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Refueling
MOBILITY
Refueling
Vehicle features and
options
Fuel cap
Opening
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear
edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.
General information
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to
Safety information
NOTICE
With a driving range of less than
30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not en‐
sured anymore. There is a risk of damage to
property. Refuel promptly.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
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Closing
Safety information
Warning
NOTICE
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐
med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐
not be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can
escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam‐
age to property. Pay attention that the retaining
strap is not jammed or crushed when closing
the cap.
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the
fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted
surfaces may be damaged by contact with fuel.
Escaping fuel can harm the environment. There
is a risk of damage to property. Avoid overfilling.
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.
Emergency unlocking
It may be necessary in certain situations to un‐
lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance with
an electrical fault.
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
Follow the following when
refueling
General information
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely
into the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel pump nozzle
during refueling causes:
▷ Premature switching off.
▷ Reduced return of the fuel vapors.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly af‐
ter refueling, otherwise the emissions warning
light may light up.
Follow safety regulations posted at the gas sta‐
tion.
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Fuel
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Fuel
Safety information
Vehicle features and
options
NOTICE
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐
tem and engine. Furthermore, the catalytic
converter is permanently damaged. There is a
risk of damage to property. Do not refuel or add
the following in the case of gasoline engines:
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
▷ Leaded gasoline.
▷ Metallic additives, for instance manganese
or iron.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuel‐
ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Fuel recommendation
General information
Depending on the region, many gas stations sell
fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in win‐
ter, for instance helps make a cold start easier.
NOTICE
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and
the engine. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty. Do not use fuels with a higher percentage
of ethanol than recommended. Do not refuel
with fuels containing methanol, e.g. M5 to
M100.
Gasoline
General information
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con‐
taining metal must not be used.
NOTICE
Fuel that does not comply with the minimum
quality can compromise engine function or
cause engine damage. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Do not fill with fuel that does
not comply with the minimum quality.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 25 %,
i. e. E10 or E25, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should meet the following quality stan‐
dards:
US: ASTM 4806–xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
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CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition‐
ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and
stalling, especially under certain environmental
conditions such as high ambient temperature
and high altitude, may occur.
If drivability problems are encountered, we rec‐
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline
brand and a higher octane grade — AKI num‐
ber — for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en‐
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to pur‐
chase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled mainte‐
nance.
Recommended fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 91.
Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated
performance and consumption values.
Minimum fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 89.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when
starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
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Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure
specifications
Vehicle features and
options
In the tire inflation pressure table
The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
specifications for the specified tire sizes at the
ambient temperature. The tire inflation pressure
values apply to tire sizes approved by the manu‐
facturer of the vehicle for the vehicle type.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
please note the following:
▷ Tire sizes of your vehicle.
▷ Maximum permitted driving speed.
Tire inflation pressure
Checking the tire inflation
pressure
General information
The tire inflation pressure and tire characteristics
influence the following:
General information
Tires heat up while driving. The tire inflation
pressure increases with the tire temperature.
▷ The service life of the tires.
▷ Road safety.
▷ Driving comfort.
Tires have a natural, consistent loss of tire infla‐
tion pressure.
▷ Driving dynamics.
▷ Fuel consumption.
The displays of inflation devices may under-read
by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.
Safety information
Checking using tire inflation
pressure specifications in the tire
inflation pressure table
Warning
A tire with too little or no tire inflation pressure
may heat up significantly and sustain damage.
This will have a negative impact on aspects of
handling, such as steering and braking re‐
sponse. There is a risk of accident. Regularly
check the tire inflation pressure, and correct it
as needed, for instance twice a month and be‐
fore a long trip.
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the
tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold
tires or tires at the same temperature as the am‐
bient temperature.
Only check the tire inflation pressure levels when
the tires are cold, i.e.:
▷ Driving range of max. 1.25 miles/2 km has not
been exceeded.
▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at least
2 hours after a trip.
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Also check the tire inflation pressure of the
emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and
correct it as needed.
Tire inflation pressure values up
to 100 mph/160 km/h
X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i
1. Determine the intended tire inflation pressure
levels for the mounted tires.
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires, using a pressure gage, for example.
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the actual
tire inflation pressure deviates from the in‐
tended tire inflation pressure.
4. Check whether all valve caps are screwed
onto the tire valves.
225/50 R 18 95 2.3 / 33
V A/S
2.3 / 33
After correcting the tire inflation
pressure
For run-flat tires: reinitialize run-flat tires.
225/50 R 18 95
W
225/55 R 17 97
H M+S
For the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM: reset the
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.
225/50 R 18 95
H M+S
Tire inflation pressures up to
100 mph/160 km/h
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for
optimum driving comfort, note the tire inflation
pressure values in the tire inflation pressure ta‐
225/45 R 19 96 2.6 / 38
Y XL
2.6 / 38
225/45 R 19 92
W
205/60 R 17 93
H M+S
205/55 R 18 96
H XL M+S
225/45 R 19 96
V XL M+S
225/40 R 20 94 2.8 / 41
Y XL
2.8 / 41
Emergency
wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
These tire inflation pressure values can also be
found on the tire inflation pressure label on the
driver's door pillar.
T 135/90 R 17
104 M
4.2 / 60
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
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Tire inflation pressures at max.
speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
225/45 R 19 92
W
2.9 / 42
2.9 / 42
Warning
205/60 R 17 93
H M+S
In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess
of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, if
necessary, adjust tire pressures for speeds ex‐
ceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the relevant
table on the following pages. Otherwise, tire
damage and accidents could occur.
205/55 R 18 96
H XL M+S
225/45 R 19 96 V
XL M+S
225/40 R 20 94 Y
XL
For speeds over 100 mph/160 km/h and for opti‐
mum driving comfort, note the pressure values in
the tire inflation pressure table, refer to
Emergency
wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/90 R 17
104 M
4.2 / 60
Tire inflation pressure values
over 100 mph/160 km/h
With high-speed tuning feature
X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i
Without high-speed tuning feature
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/50 R 18 95 V 2.9 / 42
A/S
2.9 / 42
225/50 R 18 95 V 2.6 / 38
A/S
2.6 / 38
225/50 R 18 95
W
225/50 R 18 95
W
225/55 R 17 97
H M+S
225/55 R 17 97
H M+S
225/50 R 18 95
H M+S
225/50 R 18 95
H M+S
225/45 R 19 96 Y
XL
225/45 R 19 96 Y
XL
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Speed letter
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Designation
Maximum speed
225/45 R 19 92
W
3.2 / 46
3.2 / 46
Q
R:
S
up to 100 mph/160 km/h
up to 106 mph/170 km/h
up to 112 mph/180 km/h
up to 118 mph/190 km/h
up to 131 mph/210 km/h
up to 150 mph/240 km/h
up to 167 mph/270 km/h
up to 186 mph/300 km/h
205/60 R 17 93
H M+S
205/55 R 18 96
H XL M+S
T
225/45 R 19 96 V
XL M+S
H
V
225/40 R 20 94 Y
XL
W
Y
Emergency
wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/90 R 17
104 M
4.2 / 60
Tire Identification Number
DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 3819
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
Tire identification marks
3819: tire age
Tire size
245/45 R 18 96 Y
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the
U.S. Department of Transportation.
245: nominal width in mm
45: aspect ratio in %
Tire age
R: radial tire code
Recommendation
18: rim diameter in inches
96: load rating, not for ZR tires
Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires
Regardless of the tire tread, replace tires at least
every 6 years.
Manufacture date
You can find the manufacture date of the tire on
the tire's sidewall.
Maximum tire load
Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible
weight for which the tire is approved.
Designation
Manufacture date
Locate the maximum tire load on the tire sidewall
and the Gross Axle Weight Rating – GAWR – on
the certification label on the driver’s door pillar.
DOT … 3819
38th week, 2019
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width.
Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be greater
than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross Axle Weight
Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and
tire loads, respectively.
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E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature
A
high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces‐
sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of perform‐
ance which all passenger car tires must meet un‐
der the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these
grades.
Warning
The temperature grade for this tire is estab‐
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in com‐
bination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐
ernment test course. E.g., a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon
the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
RSC – Run-flat tires
a circular symbol containing the letters RSC
marked on the sidewall.
M+S
Traction
Winter and all-season tires with better cold
weather performance than summer tires.
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfa‐
ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may
have poor traction performance.
Tire tread
Summer tires
Do not drive with a tire tread of less than
0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an increased
risk of hydroplaning.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and
does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐
planing, or peak traction characteristics.
Winter tires
Do not drive with a tire tread of less than
0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less suitable for
winter operation.
Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
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▷ Tire inflation pressure too low.
▷ Vehicle overloading.
Minimum tread depth
▷ Incorrect tire storage.
Safety information
Warning
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure,
which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There
is a risk of accident. If tire damage is suspected
while driving, immediately reduce speed and
stop. Have wheels and tires checked. For this
purpose, drive carefully to the nearest dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop. Have vehicle towed or trans‐
ported as needed. Do not repair damaged tires,
but have them replaced.
Wear indicators are distributed around the tire's
circumference and have the legally required min‐
imum height of 0.063 inches/1.6 mm.
The positions of the wear indicators are marked
on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Wear Indica‐
tor.
Tire damage
Warning
Tires can become damaged by driving over ob‐
stacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at high
speed. Larger wheels have a smaller tire cross-
section. The smaller the tire cross-section, the
higher the risk of tire damage. There is a dan‐
ger of accidents and property damage. If possi‐
ble, avoid driving over objects or road condi‐
tions that may damage tires, or drive over them
slowly and carefully.
General information
Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as
well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can
cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus‐
pension parts. This is more likely to occur with
low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning
between the wheel and the road. Be careful to
avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐
pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐
file tires.
Changing wheels and tires
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal‐
functions:
Mounting
Have mounting and wheel balancing carried out
by a dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
▷ Unusual vibrations.
▷ Unusual tire or running noises.
▷ Unusual handling such as a strong tendency
to pull to the left or right.
Damage can be caused by the following situa‐
tions, for instance:
▷ Driving over curbs.
▷ Road damage.
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Wheel and tire combination
General information
Recommended tire brands
You can ask the dealer's service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop
about the correct wheel/tire combination and
wheel rim versions for the vehicle.
Safety information
For each tire size, the manufacturer of the vehi‐
cle recommends certain tire brands. The tire
brands can be identified by a star on the tire
sidewall.
Warning
Wheels and tires which are not suitable for your
vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle, for in‐
stance due to contact with the body due to tol‐
erances despite the same official size rating.
There is a risk of an accident. The manufac‐
turer of your vehicle strongly suggests that you
use wheels and tires that have been recom‐
mended by the vehicle manufacturer for your
vehicle type.
New tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing
circumstances when tires are brand-new; they
achieve their full traction potential after a break-in
time.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Warning
Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will have a
negative impact on the vehicle's handling and
on the function of a variety of systems, such as
the ABS Anti-lock Brake System or DSC Dy‐
namic Stability Control. There is a risk of acci‐
dent. To maintain good handling and vehicle
response, use only tires with a single tread con‐
figuration from a single manufacturer. The
manufacturer of the vehicle recommends that
you use wheels and tires that have been rec‐
ommended by the vehicle manufacturer for
your vehicle type. Following tire damage, have
the original wheel/tire combination remounted
on the vehicle as soon as possible.
Retreaded tires
Warning
Retreaded tires can have different tire casing
structures. With advanced age the service life
can be limited. There is a risk of an accident.
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
The manufacturer of the vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Winter tires
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires provide
better winter traction than summer tires, they
usually do not provide the same level of perform‐
ance as winter tires.
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Maximum speed of winter tires
Run-flat tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then attach a label showing the permissible maxi‐
mum speed in the field of view. The label is avail‐
able from a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Concept
Run-flat tires permit continued driving under re‐
stricted conditions even in the event of a com‐
plete loss of tire inflation pressure.
With winter tires mounted, observe and do not
exceed the permissible maximum speed.
General information
The wheels consist of tires that are self-support‐
ing, to a limited degree, and possibly special
rims.
Changing runflat tires
For your own safety, use only runflat tires. Fur‐
ther information is available from a dealer's serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to re‐
main drivable to a restricted degree in the event
of a tire inflation pressure loss.
Follow the instructions for continued driving with
a flat tire.
Rotating wheels between axles
Different wear patterns can occur on the front
and rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated in pairs be‐
tween the axles to achieve even wear. Further in‐
formation is available from a dealer's service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure and
correct, if needed.
Safety information
Warning
The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat
tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for in‐
stance, reduced lane stability when braking,
braking distances are longer and the self-steer‐
ing properties will change. There is a risk of ac‐
cident. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Storing tires
Tire inflation pressure
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Label
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and dark
place.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease, and solvents.
Do not leave tires in plastic bags.
Remove dirt from wheels or tires.
The tires are marked on the tire sidewall with
RSC Run-flat System Component.
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▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
container and apply it to the steering wheel.
Repairing a flat tire
▷ The use of a sealant can damage the TPM
wheel electronics. In this case, have the TPM
wheel electronics replaced at the next oppor‐
tunity.
Safety measures
▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from
passing traffic and on solid ground.
▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.
▷ The compressor can be used to check the
tire inflation pressure.
▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by
setting the parking brake.
Overview
Storage
▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels
are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock.
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the
immediate area in a safe place, such as be‐
hind a guardrail.
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an
appropriate distance.
Mobility System
The Mobility System is located under the cargo
floor panel.
Concept
With the Mobility System, minor tire damage can
be sealed temporarily to enable continued travel.
To accomplish this, sealant is pumped into the
tires, which seals the damage from the inside.
Sealant container
General information
▷ Follow the instructions on using the Mobility
System found on the compressor and sealant
container.
▷ Use of the Mobility System may be ineffec‐
tive if the tire puncture measures approx.
1/8 inches/4 mm or more.
▷ Sealant container, arrow 1.
▷ Contact a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop if the
tire cannot be made drivable.
▷ Filling hose, arrow 2.
Observe use-by date on the sealant container.
▷ Do not remove foreign bodies that have pe‐
netrated the tire. Only remove foreign objects
if they are visibly protruding from the tire.
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Compressor
Filling
1. Shake the sealant container.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Sealant container unlocking
Sealant container holder
Tire pressure gage
2. Pull filling hose completely out of the cover of
the sealant container. Do not kink the hose.
Reduce tire inflation pressure button
On/off switch
Compressor
Connector/cable for socket
Connection hose
Filling the tire with sealant
Safety information
3. Slide the sealant container into the holder on
the compressor housing, ensuring that it en‐
gages audibly.
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is in‐
sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into
the vehicle. The exhaust gases contain pollu‐
tants which are colorless and odorless. In en‐
closed areas, exhaust gases can also accumu‐
late outside of the vehicle. There is danger to
life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure suf‐
ficient ventilation.
NOTICE
The compressor can overheat during extended
operation. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty. Do not run the compressor for more than
10 minutes.
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4. Screw the filling hose of the sealant container
onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel.
Checking and adjusting the tire
inflation pressure
Checking
1. Switch off the compressor.
2. Read the tire inflation pressure on the tire
pressure gage.
To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of at
least 2 bar must be reached.
Removing and stowing the sealant
container
1. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐
tainer from the tire valve.
5. With the compressor switched off, insert the
plug into the power socket inside the vehicle.
2. Press the red unlocking device.
3. Remove the sealant container from the com‐
pressor.
4. Wrap and store the sealant container in suita‐
ble material to avoid dirtying the cargo area.
Minimum tire inflation pressure is
not reached
1. Pull the connector out of the power socket
inside the vehicle.
6. With the ignition switched on or the engine
running, switch on the compressor.
2. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to distrib‐
ute the sealant in the tire.
3. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐
sor directly onto the tire valve stem.
Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to fill
the tire with sealant and achieve a tire inflation
pressure of approx. 2.0 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the tire
inflation pressure may sporadically reach approx.
5 bar. Do not switch off the compressor at this
point.
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4. Insert the connector into the power socket in‐
side the vehicle.
Adjustment
1. Stop at a suitable location.
2. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐
sor directly onto the tire valve stem.
5. With the ignition switched on or the engine
running, switch on the compressor.
If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar can‐
not be reached, contact your dealer's service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
3. Insert the connector into the power socket in‐
side the vehicle.
If a tire inflation pressure of at least 2 bar is
reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure
is reached.
6. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the tire valve.
7. Pull the connector out of the power socket
inside the vehicle.
8. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.
4. Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least
2.0 bar.
Minimum tire inflation pressure is
reached
1. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the tire valve.
▷ Increase tire inflation pressure: with the ig‐
nition switched on or the engine running,
switch on the compressor.
▷ To reduce the pressure: press the button
on the compressor.
2. Pull the connector out of the power socket
inside the vehicle.
5. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the tire valve.
3. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.
6. Pull the connector out of the power socket
inside the vehicle.
4. Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to
ensure that the sealant is evenly distributed in
the tire.
7. Stow the Mobility System in the vehicle.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Continuing the trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed
of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.
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Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant con‐
tainer of the Mobility System at the next opportu‐
nity.
Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐
tions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in
incorrect readings.
Snow chains
Safety information
Warning
Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM af‐
ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may re‐
sult in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if needed.
With the mounting of snow chains on unsuita‐
ble tires, the snow chains can come into con‐
tact with vehicle parts. There may be a risk of
accident or risk of damage to property. Only
mount snow chains on tires that are designated
by their manufacturer as suitable for the use of
snow chains.
Maximum speed with snow
chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when
using snow chains.
Changing wheels/tires
Warning
General information
Insufficiently tight snow chains may damage
tires and vehicle components. There may be a
risk of accident or risk of damage to property.
Make sure that the snow chains are always suf‐
ficiently tight. Re-tighten as needed according
to the snow chain manufacturer's instructions.
When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel
does not always need to be changed immedi‐
ately when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure
due to a flat tire.
If needed, the tools for changing wheels are
available as accessories from a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
Fine-link snow chains
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
the use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of
fine-link snow chains have been tested by the
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended
as road-safe and suitable.
Safety information
DANGER
The vehicle jack is only provided for short-term
lifting of the vehicle for wheel changes. Even if
all safety measures are observed, there is a risk
of the raised vehicle falling, if the vehicle jack
tips over. There is a risk of injuries or danger to
life. If the vehicle is raised, do not lie under the
vehicle and do not start the engine.
Information regarding suitable snow chains is
available from a dealer’s service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop.
Use
Use only in pairs on the front wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:
▷ 205/60 R 17.
▷ 205/55 R 18.
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of injury or risk of damage to property. When
cranking up the vehicle jack, ensure that it is in‐
serted in the jacking point next to the wheel
housing.
DANGER
Supports such as wooden blocks under the ve‐
hicle jack reduce the capacity of the vehicle
jack to bear weight. They have the potential to
exert too much strain on the vehicle jack, caus‐
ing it to tip over and the vehicle to fall. There is
a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not place
supports under the vehicle jack.
Warning
A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack may fall
off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on it.
There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to
property. While the vehicle is raised, do not ex‐
ert lateral forces on the vehicle or pull abruptly
on the vehicle. Have a stuck wheel removed by
a dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Warning
The jack, issued by the vehicle manufacturer, is
provided in order to perform a wheel change in
the event of a breakdown. The jack is not de‐
signed for frequent use; for example, changing
from summer to winter tires. Using the jack fre‐
quently may cause it to become jammed or
damaged. There is a risk of injury and risk of
damage to property. Only use the jack to attach
an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a
breakdown.
Securing the vehicle against
rolling
General information
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐
tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away
when changing a wheel.
Warning
On a level surface
On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example
snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip
away. There is a risk of injury. If possible,
change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-re‐
sistant surface.
Warning
The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting the vehi‐
cle and for the jacking points on the vehicle
only. There is a risk of injury. Do not lift any
other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle jack.
Place chocks or other suitable objects, for exam‐
ple a rock, in front of and behind the wheel that is
diagonally opposite to the wheel that you wish to
change.
Warning
When the vehicle jack is not inserted into the
jacking point provided for this purpose, the ve‐
hicle may be damaged or the vehicle jack may
slip when it is being cranked up. There is a risk
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3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug
bolt.
On a slight downhill gradient
Screwing on
1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If neces‐
sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug
bolt.
2. Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening torque
is 140 Nm.
3. Remove the adapter and stow it after screw‐
ing on the lug bolt.
If you need to change a wheel on a slight down‐
hill grade, place chocks and other suitable ob‐
jects, for instance a rock, under the wheels of
both the front and rear axles against the rolling
direction.
Preparing the vehicle
▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground
at a safe distance from traffic.
▷ Switch on the hazard warning system.
▷ Set the parking brake.
Lug bolt lock
Concept
The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The
lug bolts can only be released with the adapter
which matches the coding.
▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to
position P.
▷ As soon as permitted by the traffic flow, have
all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle
and ensure that they remain outside the im‐
mediate area in a safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.
Overview
The adapter of the lug bolt lock is in the onboard
vehicle tool kit or in a storage compartment close
to the onboard vehicle tool kit.
▷ Depending on the vehicle equipment, get
wheel change tools and, if necessary, the
emergency wheel from the vehicle.
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle or port‐
able hazard warning light at an appropriate
distance.
▷ Secure the vehicle additionally against rolling.
▷ Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
▷ Lug bolt, arrow 1.
▷ Adapter, arrow 2.
Unscrewing
1. Attach the adapter to the lug bolt.
2. Unscrew the lug bolt.
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Jacking points for the vehicle
jack
Jacking up the vehicle
Warning
Hands and fingers can be jammed when using
the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐
ply with the described hand position and do not
change this position while using the vehicle
jack.
1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, arrow 1,
and grasp the vehicle jack crank with your
other hand, arrow 2.
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated at the indicated positions.
2. Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular re‐
cess of the jacking point closest to the wheel
to be changed.
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3. Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle
jack crank or lever clockwise.
Mounting a wheel
Mount one emergency wheel only, as required.
1. Unscrew the lug bolts.
2. Remove the wheel.
3. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on
and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐
wise pattern until hand-tight.
If non-original light-alloy wheels of the vehicle
manufacturer are mounted, the accompany‐
ing lug bolts may have to be used as well.
4. Take your hand away from the vehicle jack as
soon as the vehicle jack is under load and
continue turning the vehicle jack crank or
lever with one hand.
4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and
tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise pat‐
tern.
5. Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclockwise
to retract the vehicle jack and lower the vehi‐
cle.
5. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands
vertically and at a right angle beneath the
jacking point.
6. Remove the vehicle jack and stow it securely.
After the wheel change
1. Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tighten‐
ing torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.
2. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area,
if necessary.
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored un‐
der the cargo floor panel because of its size.
3. Check tire inflation pressure at the next op‐
portunity and correct as needed.
6. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands
vertically and perpendicularly beneath the
jacking point after extending the vehicle jack.
4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.
5. Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.
6. Have the damaged tire replaced at the near‐
est dealer's service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.
Emergency wheel
7. Crank the vehicle up, until the vehicle jack is
with the entire surface on the ground and the
relevant wheel is maximum 1.2 inches/3 cm
above ground.
Concept
In the event of a flat tire, the emergency wheel
can be used in place of the wheel with the defec‐
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tive tire. The emergency wheel is only intended
for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel
has been replaced.
4. Where applicable, remove the holder and the
trailer hitch.
5. Remove the jacking point and the tool holder
on the left next to the emergency wheel.
General information
Mount one emergency wheel only.
6. Slide the emergency wheel to the left and re‐
move it.
Also check the tire inflation pressure of the
emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and
correct it as needed.
Inserting the emergency wheel
1. Insert the emergency wheel on the left and
slide it to the right.
Safety information
2. Where applicable, mount the holder and the
trailer hitch.
Warning
3. Attach the retaining plate or the cover.
4. Screw on and tighten the butterfly screw.
The emergency wheel has particular dimen‐
sions. When driving with an emergency wheel,
changed driving properties may occur, for in‐
stance reduced lane stability when braking, lon‐
ger braking distance, and changed self-steering
properties in the limit area. There is a risk of ac‐
cident. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
5. Insert and secure the jacking point and the
tool holder on the left next to the emergency
wheel.
6. Insert the cargo floor panel.
Overview
The emergency wheel and the wheel change
tools are located in the cargo area under the
cargo floor panel.
Removing the emergency wheel
1. Pull up and remove the cargo floor panel.
2. Unscrew the butterfly screw.
3. Remove the retaining plate or the cover.
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Engine compartment
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
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 that are not necessarily
Overview
1
2
3
Filler neck for washer fluid
Vehicle identification number
Oil filler neck
4
5
6
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal
Coolant reservoir
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Hood
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when opening and
closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of the hood is
clear during opening and closing.
Safety information
Warning
Improperly executed work in the engine com‐
partment can damage vehicle components and
impair vehicle functions. There is a risk of an
accident and damage to property. Have work in
the engine compartment performed by a deal‐
er’s service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
NOTICE
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to
property. Make sure that the wipers with the
wiper blades mounted are folded down onto
the windshield before opening the hood.
Warning
The engine compartment accommodates mov‐
ing components. Certain components in the
engine compartment can also move with the
vehicle switched off, for instance the radiator
fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into
the area of moving parts. Keep articles of cloth‐
ing and hair away from moving parts.
NOTICE
When the hood is closed, it must engage on
both sides. Pressing again can damage the
hood. There is a risk of damage to property.
Open the hood again and then close it energet‐
ically. Avoid pressing again.
Opening the hood
1. Pull lever, arrow 1.
Hood is unlocked.
Warning
There are protruding parts, for instance locking
hook, on the inside of the hood. There is a risk
of injury. If the hood is open, pay attention to
protruding parts and keep clear of these areas.
Warning
An incorrectly locked hood can open while driv‐
ing and restrict visibility. There is a risk of acci‐
dent. Stop immediately and correctly close the
hood.
2. After the lever is released, pull the lever again,
arrow 2.
Hood can be opened.
Indicator/warning lights
When the hood is unlocked, a Check Control
message is displayed.
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Closing the hood
Energetically close the hood from approx.
20 in/50 cm.
The hood must engage on both sides.
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Engine oil
Vehicle features and
options
NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Do not add too much engine
oil. When too much engine oil is added, have
the engine oil level corrected by a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Electronic oil measurement
General information
The electronic oil measurement has two measur‐
ing principles:
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
your driving style and driving conditions.
▷ Monitoring.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level af‐
ter refueling by taking a detailed measurement.
▷ Detailed measurement.
When making frequent short-distance trips or
using a dynamic driving style, for instance when
taking curves aggressively, regularly perform a
detailed measurement.
The engine oil consumption can increase in the
following situations, for instance:
▷ Sporty driving style.
▷ Break-in of the engine.
▷ Idling of the engine.
Monitoring
Concept
The engine oil level is monitored electronically
while driving and can be shown on the Control
Display.
▷ With use of engine oil types that are classified
as not suitable.
Different Check Control messages appear on the
Control Display depending on the engine oil
level.
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
displayed.
Safety information
A red indicator light indicates that the en‐
gine oil pressure is too low.
NOTICE
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to
property. Immediately add engine oil.
Functional requirements
A current measured value is available after ap‐
prox. 30 minutes of normal driving.
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4. "Measure engine oil level"
5. "Start measurement"
Displaying the engine oil level
Via iDrive:
The engine oil level is checked and displayed via
a scale.
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Engine oil level"
Adding engine oil
The engine oil level is displayed.
System limits
General information
When making frequent short-distance trips or
using a dynamic driving style, it may not be pos‐
sible to calculate a measured value. In this case,
the measured value for the last, sufficiently long
trip is displayed.
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity to
be added is indicated in the message displayed
in the instrument cluster.
Only add suitable types of engine oil, refer to
Detailed measurement
Concept
The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle
is stationary and displayed via a scale.
Safely park the vehicle and switch off the ignition
before adding engine oil.
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Safety information
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
displayed.
Warning
Operating materials, for instance oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients.
There is a risk of injuries or danger to life. Fol‐
low the instructions on the containers. Avoid
the contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes
with operating materials. Do not refill operating
materials into different bottles. Store operating
materials out of reach of children.
General information
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Functional requirements
▷ Vehicle is parked in a horizontal position.
▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐
lector lever position N or P and accelerator
pedal not depressed.
NOTICE
▷ Engine is running and is at operating temper‐
ature.
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to
property. Immediately add engine oil.
Performing a detailed measurement
Via iDrive:
1. "My Vehicle"
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Engine oil level"
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Safety information
NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. Do not add too much engine
oil. When too much engine oil is added, have
the engine oil level corrected by a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
NOTICE
Oil additives can damage the engine. There is a
risk of damage to property. Do not use oil addi‐
tives.
NOTICE
Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunctions in
the engine or damage it. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property. When selecting an engine oil,
make sure that the engine oil has the correct oil
rating.
Overview
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐
Adding engine oil
Suitable engine oil types
Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating
standards:
2. Open the lid counterclockwise.
Gasoline engine
BMW Longlife-17 FE+.
Alternative engine oil types
If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not
available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil
with the following oil rating can be added:
3. Add engine oil.
4. Close the lid.
Oil rating
API SL.
API SM.
API SN.
Engine oil types to add
General information
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the
engine.
Viscosity grades
Only add the types of engine oil which are listed.
Viscosity grades
SAE 0W-20.
SAE 0W-30.
More information about suitable oil ratings and
viscosity grades of engine oils can be requested
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from a dealer’s service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.
Engine oil change
NOTICE
Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion
can cause increased engine wear and thus en‐
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to
property. It is recommended that you do not
exceed the service intervals indicated in the ve‐
hicle.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you
have a dealer's service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop change the en‐
gine oil.
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Coolant
or articles of clothing. Use suitable additives
only.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Coolant level
Checking
There are yellow Min and Max marks in the cool‐
ant reservoir.
1. Let the engine cool.
2. Open the hood.
3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, then open it.
General information
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are suita‐
ble for the vehicle. Do not mix additives of differ‐
ent colors. Observe the water - additive mixing
ratio of 50:50. Information about suitable addi‐
tives is available from a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
Safety information
4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
5. The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks in the filler
neck.
Warning
With the engine hot and the cooling system
open, coolant can escape and lead to scalding.
There is a risk of injury. Only open the cooling
system with the engine cooled down.
6. Close the lid.
Adding
1. Let the engine cool.
2. Open the hood.
Warning
Additives are harmful and incorrect additives
can damage the engine. There is a risk of injury
and risk of damage to property. Do not allow
additives to come into contact with skin, eyes
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3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, then open it.
4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
5. Close the lid.
6. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated
as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmental
protection regulations when disposing of
coolant and coolant additives.
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Maintenance
General information
Information on service notifications, refer to
page 125, can be displayed on the Control Dis‐
play.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Service data in the vehicle key
Information on the service notifications is contin‐
uously stored in the vehicle key. The service
center can read this data out and suggest a
maintenance scope for the vehicle.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle
key with which the vehicle was driven most re‐
cently.
BMW maintenance system
Storage periods
Storage periods during which the vehicle battery
was disconnected are not taken into account.
The maintenance system provides service notifi‐
cations and thereby provides support in main‐
taining road safety and the operational reliability
of the vehicle.
If this occurs, have a dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop
update the time-dependent maintenance proce‐
dures, such as checking brake fluid and, if neces‐
sary, changing the engine oil and the microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter.
In some cases, scopes and intervals of the main‐
tenance system may vary according to the coun‐
try version. Replacement work, spare parts, fuels
and lubricants, and wear materials are calculated
separately. Further information is available from a
dealer's service center or another qualified serv‐
ice center or repair shop.
Maintenance Manual and
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Condition Based Service
CBS
Concept
Sensors and special algorithms take into account
the driving conditions of the vehicle. CBS uses
these to calculate the need for maintenance.
Please consult your Maintenance Manual and
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US
models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet
for Canadian models for additional information on
the performance of service and maintenance
work.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance corresponding to your
user profile.
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The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that maintenance and repair be performed by a
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance
and repair work should be retained.
Position
Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
General information
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle's emissions.
Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger
the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐
move any devices connected at the OBD socket
before locking the vehicle.
Emissions
▷ The warning light lights up:
Safety information
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
NOTICE
▷ The warning light flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances:
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an intri‐
cate component intended to be used in con‐
junction with specialized equipment to check
the vehicle’s primary emissions system. Im‐
proper use of the socket for Onboard Diagno‐
sis, or contact with the socket for Onboard Di‐
agnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates
risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket
for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a dealer's
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop or other persons that have
the specialized training and equipment for pur‐
poses of properly utilizing the socket for On‐
board Diagnosis.
This indicates that there is excessive misfiring
in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐
tem checked immediately; otherwise, serious
engine misfiring within a brief period can seri‐
ously damage emission control components,
in particular the catalytic converter.
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Replacing components
not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper
blade installed.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
NOTICE
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to
property. Make sure that the wipers with the
wiper blades mounted are folded down onto
the windshield before opening the hood.
Replacing the front wiper blades
1. To change the wiper blades, move the wipers
into their fold-away position, refer to
page 106.
Vehicle tool kit
2. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.
3. Press button, arrow 1, and pull out the wiper
blade.
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located under the
cargo floor panel.
4. Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order of
removal until it locks in place.
Wiper blades
Safety information
NOTICE
5. Fold down the wipers.
The window may sustain damage if the wiper
falls onto it without the wiper blade installed.
There is a risk of damage to property. Hold the
wiper firmly when changing the wiper blade. Do
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Replacing the rear wiper blade
1. Lift the wiper up fully and pull off the wiper
blade, arrow.
Safety information
Lights and bulbs
Warning
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Contact
with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a risk
of injury. Only change bulbs after they have
cooled off.
Warning
2. Position the new wiper blade and press it on
until it you hear it snap into place.
Work on switched-on lighting systems can
cause short circuits. There is a risk of injury or
risk of damage to property. When working on
the lighting system, switch off the lights in
question. If necessary, heed the bulb manufac‐
turer's instructions.
3. Fold the wipers in.
Light and bulb replacement
General information
NOTICE
Lights and bulbs
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution
to vehicle safety.
Dirty bulbs have a reduced service life. There is
a risk of damage to property. Do not hold new
bulbs with your bare hands. Use a clean cloth
or something similar, or hold the bulb by its
base.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you
have the relevant work carried out a dealer’s
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
A spare light box is available from a dealer's serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Warning
Intensive brightness can irritate or damage the
retina of the eye. There is a risk of injury. Do not
look directly into the headlights or other light
sources. Do not remove the LED covers.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Some items of equipment use light-emitting di‐
odes installed behind a cover as a light source.
These light-emitting diodes are related to con‐
ventional lasers and are officially designated as
Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Headlight glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the
headlight glass in cool or humid weather. When
driving with the lights switched on, the conden‐
sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐
light glass does not need to be changed.
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If despite driving with the headlights switched on,
Accessing the turn signals, low beams,
increasing humidity forms, for instance water
droplets in the light, have the headlights
checked.
high beams/headlight flasher
Headlight setting
Turn signal
The headlight adjustments can be affected by
changing lights and bulbs. After the headlight ad‐
justment was changed, have it checked and, if
necessary, corrected by a dealer’s service center
or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Bulb A2357
1. Access to the turn signal on the right side:
unhook and fold away the filler neck for the
wiper fluid with the screwdriver from the on‐
board vehicle tool kit.
Front lights, bulb replacement
Halogen headlights
Overview
2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and
remove.
1
2
3
4
5
6
High beams, headlight flasher
Low beams
Side marker lights
Turn signal
Parking lights / daytime running lights
Parking lights / daytime running lights
3. Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.
4. Install the new bulb and bulb holder in reverse
order of removal.
Parking lights, daytime running lights
The parking lights and daytime running lights are
made using LED technology.
Low beams
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
55 watt bulb, H7LL.
1. Access to the low beams on the right side:
unhook and fold away the filler neck for the
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wiper fluid with the screwdriver from the on‐
High beams/headlight flasher
board vehicle tool kit.
55-watt bulb, H7.
1. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐
move.
2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐
move.
2. Pull the bulb holder directly to the rear, ar‐
row 1, and remove.
3. Pull the bulb holder directly to the rear, ar‐
row 1, and remove.
3. Remove the bulb from the bulb holder.
4. Install the new bulb with bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.
In doing so, ensure that the bulb tab is cor‐
rectly positioned in the headlight housing and
the bulb holder perceptibly engages.
5. Close the headlight housing with the lid.
Make sure that the lid engages.
4. Remove the bulb from the bulb holder.
LED headlights
5. Install the new bulb with bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.
All bulbs and lights are made using LED technol‐
ogy.
In doing so, ensure that the bulb tab is cor‐
rectly positioned in the headlight housing and
the bulb holder perceptibly engages.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
6. Close the headlight housing with the lid.
Make sure that the lid engages.
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LED front fog lights
Bulb replacement, exterior tail lights
General information
LED front fog lights are made using LED tech‐
nology.
Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL.
Outer brake light: 21 watt bulb, P21WLL.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
Removing the exterior tail light
Turn signal in exterior mirror
1. Open the tailgate.
The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature
LED technology. In the case of a malfunction,
contact a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
2. Remove the fastening using the screw driver
from the onboard vehicle tool kit, arrow 1.
Remove cover, arrow 2.
Tail lights, bulb replacement
Vehicles with halogen headlights
3. Loosen both nuts, arrow 1, of the outer tail
light. Use the handle of the screwdriver from
the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen.
Carefully pull out the tail light from the body
toward the front, arrow 2. Ensure that the wir‐
ing is not damaged.
1
2
3
4
5
6
Side marker lights
Turn signal
Reversing light
Inside brake light
Tail lights
Brake lights/tail lights
Vehicles featuring LED headlights
4. Pull the plug out of the bulb holder and have
the tail light wiring hang outside.
All bulbs and lights are made using LED technol‐
ogy.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
Replacing the bulbs
1. Loosen the three fasteners, arrow 1, on the
bulb holder.
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Remove the bulb holder from the tail light, ar‐
row 2.
Lights in the tailgate
General
Reversing light: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL
Inner brake light: 21-watt bulb, H21WLL
Tail light: 5-watt bulb, P21WLL
Vehicles featuring LED headlights
Reversing light: 21-watt bulb, P21WLL
Inner brake light: 21-watt bulb, H21WLL
2. Press the nonworking bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
▷ Upper bulb: turn signal.
▷ Lower bulb: brake light.
Accessing the lights
1. Open the tailgate.
3. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
2. Pull out the cover at the recessed grip.
Installing the tail light
1. Connect the plug and mount the wiring on
the tail light, arrow 1.
2. Place the tail light with the tab, arrow 2, on
the anchor of the body and push onto both of
the threaded bolt.
3. Remove the plug from the bulb holder.
Replacing reversing light and inner brake
light
1. Loosen the fasteners, arrow 1, on the bulb
holder.
Remove the bulb holder from the tail light, ar‐
row 2.
3. Press on the tail lights until flush and tighten
both of the nuts.
4. Mount the cover. Make sure that the plastic
tabs of the cover are correctly seated in the
corresponding recesses of the body.
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2. Press the nonworking bulb gently into the
Register the battery to the
vehicle
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
▷ Upper bulb: reversing light
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you have a service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop register the ve‐
hicle battery to the vehicle after the battery has
been replaced. Once the battery has been regis‐
tered again, all comfort features will be available
without restriction and any Check Control mes‐
sages displayed which relate to comfort features
will disappear.
▷ Lower bulb: inner brake light
▷ Lower bulb, 5-watt: tail light
Installing the bulb holder
1. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder.
Connect the plug to the bulb holder.
2. Make sure that the bulb holder is correctly
and firmly seated.
Charging the battery
General information
Make sure that the battery is always sufficiently
charged to guarantee that the battery remains
usable for its full service life.
Central brake light and license plate
lights
These lights are made using LED technology. In
the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
A discharged battery is indicated by a red
indicator light.
Charge the battery in the following situations:
▷ When the inspection glass on the top of the
battery is black.
Vehicle battery
▷ When the take-off performance is insufficient.
General information
The battery is maintenance-free.
The following circumstances can have a negative
effect on the performance of the battery:
More information about the battery can be re‐
quested from a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
▷ Frequent short-distance drives.
▷ The vehicle is not used for more than a
month.
Safety information
Safety information
Warning
NOTICE
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can
damage vehicle systems and impair vehicle
functions. There is a risk of an accident and
damage to property. Only vehicle batteries that
are compatible with your vehicle type should be
installed in your vehicle. Information on com‐
patible vehicle batteries is available at your
dealer’s service center.
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can
work with high voltages and currents, which
means that the 12 volt on-board network can
be overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of
damage to property. Only connect battery
chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting
aid terminals in the engine compartment.
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2. Swing the cover down, arrow.
Charging the battery
Charge the battery only when the engine is off
and via the starting aid terminals, refer to
Power failure
After a power loss, some equipment needs to be
newly initialized or individual settings updated, for
example:
▷ Memory function: store the positions again.
▷ Time: update.
Information on the fuse types and locations, as
well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is
available on the Internet: www.bmw.com/fuse‐
card.
▷ Date: update.
▷ Glass sunroof: initialize the system.
Where applicable, information on the fuse types
and locations is also found on a separate sheet in
the fuse box.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by a deal‐
er’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop or take
them to a collection point.
Replacing fuses
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you
have a dealer's service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop replace the
fuses.
Maintain the filled battery in an upright position
for transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses
Safety information
Warning
Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elec‐
trical lines and components. There is a risk of
fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do
not replace a nonworking fuse with a substitute
of another color or amperage rating.
Accessing the fuses
The fuses are located in the glove compartment.
1. Open the glove compartment.
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Breakdown assistance
Vehicle features and
options
Warning triangle
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
The warning triangle is located on the inside of
the tailgate.
Move the warning triangle sideways and remove
it.
Hazard warning flashers
First-aid kit
General information
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents regu‐
larly and replace any expired items promptly.
The button is located in the center console.
Storage
The first-aid kit is located in the cargo area on
the left in the storage compartment.
The red light in the button flashes when the haz‐
ard warning flashers are activated.
BMW Roadside Assistance
Concept
Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if
assistance is needed in the event of a break‐
down.
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You can launch Teleservice Help by requesting it
through the Service Specialist.
General information
In the event of a breakdown, data on the vehi‐
cle's condition is sent to the vehicle manufac‐
turer.
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Set the parking brake.
There are various ways of making contact.
3. Control Display is switched on.
4. "Teleservice Help"
▷ Via a Check Control message, refer to
page 123.
The driving ability of the vehicle can be restored
for specific functions.
▷ Calling with a mobile phone.
▷ Via the BMW Connected app.
If this is not possible, further measures will be ini‐
tiated, for instance Roadside Assistance will be
informed.
Requirements
▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment
with intelligent emergency call or BMW Con‐
nectedDrive services.
Emergency Request
▷ Cellular network reception.
▷ The ignition is switched on.
Intelligent emergency call
Concept
Starting
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Re‐
quest can be triggered automatically by the sys‐
tem or manually.
If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices, sup‐
port is offered through Teleservice Diagnosis.
Via iDrive:
General information
1. "ConnectedDrive"
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
2. "BMW Assist"
Intelligent emergency call establishes a connec‐
tion with the BMW Response Center.
3. "BMW Roadside Assistance"
The contact to the Roadside Assistance of
the manufacture is established.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request
cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable condi‐
tions.
A telephone number is displayed, if needed.
Select to dial the telephone number on a
connected mobile phone.
Overview
Teleservice Diagnosis
Teleservice Diagnosis enables the wireless
transmission of detailed vehicle data that is im‐
portant for vehicle diagnosis. This data is trans‐
mitted automatically.
Teleservice Help
Depending on the country, the Teleservice Help
enables a more in-depth diagnosis of the vehicle
via wireless transmission.
SOS button in the roofliner.
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BMW Response Center may still be able to
hear you.
Functional requirements
▷ The Assist system is functional.
▷ The ignition is switched on.
The BMW Response Center ends the Emer‐
gency Request.
▷ If the vehicle is equipped with intelligent
emergency call: the SIM card integrated in
the vehicle has been activated.
Jump-starting
Automatic triggering
General information
Under certain conditions, for instance if the air‐
bags trigger, an Emergency Request is automati‐
cally initiated immediately after an accident of
corresponding severity. Automatic Collision Noti‐
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS but‐
ton.
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with
fully insulated clamp handles.
Safety information
Manual triggering
1. Tap the cover.
DANGER
2. Press and hold the SOS button until the LED
on the button illuminates green.
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or dan‐
ger to life. Do not touch any components that
are under voltage.
▷ The LED is illuminated green when an Emer‐
gency Request has been initiated.
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control
Display, the Emergency Request can be
aborted.
Warning
If the jumper cables are connected in the incor‐
rect order, sparking may occur. There is a risk
of injury. Pay attention to the correct order dur‐
ing connection.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until
the voice connection has been established.
▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to
the BMW Response Center has been estab‐
lished.
The BMW Response Center then makes
contact with you and takes further steps to
help you.
NOTICE
In the case of body contact between the two
vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump-
starting. There is a risk of damage to property.
Make sure that no body contact occurs.
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW
Response Center can take further steps to
help you under certain circumstances.
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW Re‐
sponse Center which serves to determine the
necessary rescue measures. For instance,
the current position of the vehicle, if it can be
established.
Preparation
1. Check whether the battery of the other vehi‐
cle has a voltage of 12 volts. The voltage in‐
formation can be found on the battery.
Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Re‐
sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.
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3. Switch off any electronic systems/power con‐
sumers in both vehicles.
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding engine or
body ground of assisting vehicle.
Starting aid terminals
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the neg‐
ative terminal of the battery, or to the corre‐
sponding engine or body ground of the vehi‐
cle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at an increased
idle speed.
The starting aid terminal in the engine compart‐
ment acts as the battery's positive terminal.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
started in the usual way.
Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another at‐
tempt in order to allow the discharged battery
to recharge.
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
Check the battery and recharge, if needed.
A special connection on the body acts as the
battery negative terminal.
Tow-starting and towing
Safety information
Warning
Connecting the cables
To prevent personal injury or damage to both ve‐
hicles, adhere strictly to the following procedure.
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.
1. Open the cover of the BMW starting aid ter‐
minal.
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting aid
terminal of the vehicle providing assistance.
3. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of
the cable to the positive terminal of the bat‐
tery, or to the corresponding starting aid ter‐
minal of the vehicle to be started.
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▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow
Steptronic transmission without
xDrive: transporting the vehicle
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.
General information
The vehicle must not be towed if the front
wheels are touching the ground.
Steptronic transmission with
xDrive: transporting the vehicle
General information
The vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Safety information
NOTICE
Pushing the vehicle
The vehicle can be damaged when towing the
vehicle with a lifted rear axle. There is a risk of
damage to property. Have vehicle transported
only with lifted front axle or on a loading plat‐
form.
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the dan‐
ger area, it can be pushed for a short distance.
For rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 114.
Tow truck
Pushing the vehicle
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the dan‐
ger area, it can be pushed for a short distance.
For rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 114.
Tow truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
NOTICE
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting
and securing it.
There is a risk of damage to property.
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.
Your vehicle should be transported with a tow
truck with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.
NOTICE
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting
and securing it.
There is a risk of damage to property.
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.
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▷ Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable
Towing other vehicles
General information
Switch on the hazard warning system, depend‐
ing on local regulations.
the vehicle to be towed without jerking.
▷ Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when
fastening.
▷ Check the fastening of the tow fitting and tow
rope in regular intervals.
If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify
the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a
warning triangle in the rear window.
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of
3 miles/5 km.
Safety information
▷ When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
Warning
If the approved gross vehicle weight of the tow‐
ing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be
towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will not
be possible to control the vehicle's response.
There is a risk of accident. Make sure that the
gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle is
heavier than the vehicle to be towed.
Tow fitting
General information
NOTICE
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐
rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur.
There is a risk of damage to property. Correctly
attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting.
The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried
in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or
rear of the vehicle.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
The tow fitting and the onboard vehicle tool kit,
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the
tow bar at an offset angle, please follow the fol‐
lowing:
Use of the tow fitting:
▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the ve‐
hicle and screw it all the way in.
▷ Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.
▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads
only.
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
secured with an offset.
▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for in‐
stance do not lift the vehicle by the tow fit‐
ting.
Tow rope
Observe the following notes when using the tow
rope:
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Safety information
NOTICE
If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there
may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fit‐
ting. There is a risk of damage to property. Fol‐
low the notes on using the tow fitting.
Screw thread for tow fitting
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to
push it out.
Tow-starting
Steptronic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Tow-starting the engine is not possible due to
the Steptronic transmission.
Have the reasons for the starting difficulties cor‐
rected by a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
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Distances and temperature
▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.
Vehicle features and
options
▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,
seals: 12 inches/30 cm.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features that are not necessarily
available in your vehicle, for instance, due to the
selected options or country versions. This also
applies to safety-related functions and systems.
When using these functions and systems, the
applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
▷ Minimum distance from glass sunroof:
31.5 in/80 cm.
Automatic vehicle washes
Safety information
NOTICE
Improper use of automatic vehicle washes can
cause damage to the vehicle. There is a risk of
damage to property. Follow the following in‐
structions:
Washing the vehicle
General information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves
in the area below the windshield when the hood
is raised.
▷ Give preference to cloth vehicle washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
▷ Avoid vehicle washes with guide rails
higher than 4 in/10 cm to avoid damage to
the chassis.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐
ter. Intense soiling and road salt can damage the
vehicle.
▷ Observe the tire width of the guide rail to
avoid damage to tires and rims.
Steam blaster and high-pressure
washer
▷ Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage to
the exterior mirrors.
Safety information
▷ Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary, rain
sensor to avoid damage to the wiper sys‐
tem.
NOTICE
When cleaning with high-pressure washers,
components can be damaged due to the pres‐
sure or temperatures being too high. There is a
risk of damage to property. Maintain sufficient
distance and do not spray too long continu‐
ously. Follow the operating instructions for the
high-pressure washer.
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Completely remove all residues on the windows,
to minimize loss of visibility due to smearing and
to reduce wiper noises and wiper blade wear.
Driving into a vehicle wash with a
Steptronic transmission
Safety information
Vehicle care
NOTICE
Selector lever position P is automatically en‐
gaged when the ignition is switched off. There
is a risk of damage to property. Do not switch
ignition off in vehicle washes.
Vehicle care products
General information
BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable care
products are available from a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
General information
In a vehicle wash, the vehicle must be able to roll
freely.
To roll or push the vehicle, refer to page 114.
Safety information
Some vehicle washes do not permit persons in
the vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from
the outside when in selector lever position N. A
signal sounds when an attempt is made to lock
the vehicle.
Warning
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
gerous and harmful to your health. There is a
risk of injury. When cleaning the interior, open
the doors or windows. Only use products in‐
tended for cleaning vehicles. Follow the in‐
structions on the container.
Driving out of a vehicle wash
Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.
Start the engine. Starting the engine, refer to
page 98.
Vehicle paint
Headlights
Do not rub wet headlights dry and do not use
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.
General information
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can affect
the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the frequency and
extent of your vehicle care to these influences.
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance
from insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice
scraper.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being altered
or discolored.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action can
be reduced. The heat generated during braking
dries brake discs and brake pads and protects
them against corrosion.
Matte finish
Only use cleaning and care products suitable for
vehicles with matte finish.
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not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam jets
above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can
destroy the protective layer of adjacent compo‐
nents, such as the brake disc.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe
in pores and folds, and lead to increased wear
and premature degradation of the leather sur‐
face.
After cleaning, apply the brakes briefly to dry
them. The heat generated during braking dries
brake discs and brake pads and protects them
against corrosion.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care
roughly every two months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐
cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially
more visible.
Chrome surfaces
Carefully clean components such as the radiator
grille or door handles with plenty of water, possi‐
bly with shampoo added, particularly when they
have been exposed to road salt.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
Rubber components
Upholstery material care
General information
Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vacuum
cleaner.
Environmental influences can cause surface soil‐
ing of rubber parts and a loss of gloss. Use only
water and suitable cleaning agents for cleaning.
Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber
care agents at regular intervals. When cleaning
rubber seals, do not use any silicon-containing
vehicle care products in order to avoid damage
or noises.
If upholstery is very dirty, for instance with bever‐
age stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth
with a suitable interior cleaner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐
terial vigorously.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft
cloth.
Safety information
Plastic components
NOTICE
Open Velcro® fasteners on articles of clothing
can damage the seat covers. There is a risk of
damage to property. Ensure that any Velcro®
fasteners are closed.
NOTICE
Cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents, such
as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty grease remov‐
ers, fuel, or such, can damage plastic parts.
There is a risk of damage to property. Clean
with a microfiber cloth. Dampen the cloth lightly
with water, if needed.
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do
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Dampen the cloth lightly with water, if needed.
Do not soak the roofliner.
Sensor/camera lenses
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth
moistened with a small amount of glass deter‐
gent.
Safety belts
Displays/Screens/protective glass
of the Head-up Display
Warning
Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety belt
webbing. Missing protective effect of the safety
belts. There is a risk of injuries or danger to life.
Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning the
safety belts.
NOTICE
Chemical cleansers, moisture or fluids of any
kind can damage the surface of displays and
screens. There is a risk of damage to property.
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
NOTICE
Safety belts should only be allowed to retract if
they are dry.
The surface of displays can be damaged with
improper cleaning. There is a risk of damage to
property. Avoid pressure that is too high and do
not use any scratching materials.
Carpets and floor mats
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
Warning
Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Dis‐
play using a microfiber cloth and commercially
available dish-washing soap.
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the
pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of accident. Stow objects in the
vehicle such that they are secured and cannot
enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor mats
that are suitable for the vehicle and can be
safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose
floor mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for
the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐
curely fastened again after they were removed,
for instance for cleaning.
Long-term vehicle storage
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be taken.
Further information is available from a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐
rior for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a mi‐
crofiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner. To
prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and forth
in the direction of travel only.
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