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Mobility
In order to always ensure your mobility, you will
find important information on operating fluids,
wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside
Assistance in the following.
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Refueling
Refueling
2. Turn the tank lid counterclockwise.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
3. Place the tank lid in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Hints
Observe the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 192, prior to refueling.
Refuel promptly
Refuel no later than at a range of
30 miles/50 km or engine operation might fail
and damage might occur.◀
Diesel engines
Closing
The filler neck is designed for refueling at die‐
sel fuel pumps.
1. Fit the lid and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Close the fuel filler flap.
Fuel lid
Do not pinch the retaining strap
Opening
Do not pinch the retaining strap attached
to the lid; otherwise, the lid cannot be closed
properly and fuel vapors can escape.◀
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, e.g.
The release is located in the trunk.
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1. Open the cover on the right side trim.
2. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump
symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap.
Observe the following when
refueling
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Do not overfill the fuel tank
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise
fuel may eslide, causing harm to the environ‐
ment and damaging the vehicle.◀
Handling fuels
Observe safety regulations posted at the
gas station.◀
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Fuel
Fuel
Ethanol should satisfy the following quality
standards:
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
US: ASTM 4806–xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
Do not use a fuel with a higher percent‐
age of ethanol
Do not use a fuel with a higher ethanol per‐
centage than recommended or one with other
types of alcohol, e.g. M5 to M100; otherwise
this could damage the engine and fuel supply
system.◀
Fuel recommendation
Note
Recommended fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 91.
General fuel quality
Even fuels that conform to the specifica‐
tions can be of low quality. This may cause en‐
gine problems, for instance poor engine start-
up behavior, poor handling and/or poor
Minimum fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 89.
performance. Switch gas stations or use a
brand name fuel with a higher octane rating.◀
Minimum fuel grade
Do not use any gasoline below the mini‐
mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per‐
formance.◀
Gasoline
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline
should be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur con‐
tent.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat‐
ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds
when starting at high outside temperatures.
This has no effect on the engine life.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con‐
taining metal must not be used.
Fuel quality
Refuel only with unleaded gasoline with‐
out metallic additives.
The use of poor-quality fuels may result
in harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi‐
tionally, problems relating to drivability, start‐
ing and stalling, especially under certain envi‐
ronmental conditions such as high ambient
temperature and high altitude, may occur.
Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gaso‐
line with metallic additives, e. g. manganese or
iron, as this can cause permanent damage to
the catalytic converter and other compo‐
nents.◀
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‐
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
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gine deposits, it is highly recommended to
purchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Do not add any diesel additives
Do not add additives, including gasoline;
otherwise, engine damage may occur.◀
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled main‐
tenance.◀
BMW Advanced Diesel
Diesel
The concept
Low-Sulfur Diesel
BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen ox‐
ides in the diesel emissions by injecting diesel
exhaust fluid reducing agent into the exhaust
system. A chemical reaction takes place inside
the catalytic converter that minimizes nitrogen
oxides.
The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel
with low sulfur content:
Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel ASTM D 975-xx.
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
The vehicle has a tank that can be refilled.
Use only Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel.
To be able to start the engine as usual, there
must be an adequate reducing agent.
The fraction of biodiesel in the fuel must
not exceed 5 %, referred to as B5. Do not use
gasoline. If you do fill the tank with the wrong
fuel, e.g., gasoline, do not start the engine as
this may damage the engine.◀
Reducing agent is added by the service center.
Warming up the system
In order to warm the engine up to its operating
temperature after a cold start, the Steptronic
transmission may subsequently shift up to the
next higher gear.
After adding the wrong fuel, contact your serv‐
ice center or Roadside Assistance.
If the fuel pump nozzle does not fit in the filler
pipe of your BMW, please check to ensure that
you are refueling at a diesel fuel pump that is
equipped with a diesel fuel pump nozzle.
Displays in the instrument cluster
Reserve indication
This display in the instrument cluster provides
information about the distance that can still be
driven with the current reserve level.
In the event the Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel fuel
cannot be fully inserted into the fuel filler neck,
please contact BMW Roadside Assistance for
instructions on how to add fuel.
For additional information regarding Roadside
Assistance, refer to Owner's Manual for Navi‐
gation, Entertainment and Communication.
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Lamp white: refill with re‐
duction agent at the next
opportunity.
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Lamp yellow: not enough re‐
duction agent present. The
remaining range is displayed
in the instrument cluster. Im‐
mediately refill with reduc‐
tion agent, refer to
Winter diesel
To ensure that the diesel engine remains op‐
erational in the winter, use winter diesel.
It is available at gas stations during winter
months.
page 194.
The fuel filter heating system, included as a
standard feature, prevents disruption of the
fuel supply while driving.
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Fuel
Diesel exhaust fluid on minimum
Diesel exhaust fluid at low
temperatures
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The remaining range is dis‐
played in the instrument
cluster: refill with reduction
agent. The engine will con‐
tinue to run as long as it is
not switched off and all
other operating conditions
are satisfied; sufficient fuel,
e.g.
Due to its physical properties, it is possible
that the reducing agent may also need to be
replenished between regular maintenance ap‐
pointments if it is exposed to temperatures un‐
der + 23 ℉/- 5 ℃. In this case, add reducing
agent only immediately before driving off.
The need to replenish it is indicated by the Re‐
serve display in the instrument cluster.
Engine does not start
At temperatures below + 12 ℉/- 11 ℃, the fill‐
ing level cannot be measured in some cases.
Do not continue driving to the limit of the
remaining travel distance. Otherwise, you will
not be able to restart the engine after switch‐
ing it off. In certain cases, this could cause
safety to be impaired.◀
After adding reducing agent, the Reserve Dis‐
play is displayed only until the fill level can be
measured again.
Replenishing Diesel exhaust fluid
yourself in exceptional cases
Filling with an incorrect fluid
You can replenish reducing agent yourself in
exceptional cases, e.g., to get to the service
center.
A Check Control message is displayed when
an incorrect fluid is added.
After adding the incorrect fluid, contact your
service center.
Avoid contact with Diesel exhaust fluid
Do not come into contact with the reduc‐
ing agent. Otherwise, skin or eye irritations
may result.◀
System defect
A Check Control message is displayed when
there is a system defect.
Handling Diesel exhaust fluid
When working with reducing agent in
closed spaces, ensure good ventilation. When
the bottle or container is opened, acrid smell‐
ing fumes may eslide.◀
Have the diesel exhaust fluid
replenished
The reducing agent is added by the service
center within the context of regular mainte‐
nance.
Keeping Diesel exhaust fluid out of reach
of children
It may be necessary to have the fluid replen‐
ished several times under particular circum‐
stances, e.g., if the vehicle is driven in a partic‐
ularly sporty style or if it is driven at high
altitudes.
Keep reducing agent out of reach of children.◀
Avoid contact with surfaces
Avoid contact of reduction agent with
surfaces of the vehicle; otherwise, damage
could occur.◀
The reducing agent must be replenished as
soon as the reserve display appears in the in‐
strument cluster to avoid not being able to re‐
start the engine.
Suitable Diesel exhaust fluid
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Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. With
this bottle and its special adapter, Diesel
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exhaust fluid can be replenished simply
and safely.
The vehicle tank will be filled.
The tank is full when the fill level in the bot‐
tle no longer changes. It is not possible to
overfill.
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Alternative: NOx reduction agent AUS 32
Diesel exhaust fluid can be purchased at your
service center.
Refill quantity
When the Reserve display starts, add at least
3 bottles of reducing agent.
This corresponds to approx. 1.5 US gal/6 liters.
Tank for reducing agent
5. Pull back the bottle, see arrow, and un‐
screw it.
The tank for the reducing agent is located next
to the fuel tank.
6. Replace the tank lid and turn it clockwise.
7. Close the fuel filler flap.
Adding the reducing agent
Add the reducing agent when the ignition is
switched on.
After adding Diesel exhaust fluid
1. Open the fuel filler flap, refer to page 190.
Note
2. Turn the tank lid counterclockwise and re‐
move.
Incorrect fluids
3. Place the bottle on it and turn it as far as it
will go, see arrow.
After filling with incorrect fluids, such as
antifreeze for washer fluid, do not start the en‐
gine, otherwise there is risk of fire.◀
Contact your service center.
Disposing of bottles
You take your empty Diesel exhaust
fluid bottles to your service center for
disposal.
4. Press the bottle down, see arrow.
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Fuel
Do not dispose of empty bottles with house‐
hold waste unless this is permitted by local
regulations.
Reserve indication
The Reserve display will still ap‐
pear along with the remaining
range after refilling.
Engine can be started.
After several minutes of driving,
the Reserve indication goes out.
Diesel exhaust fluid on minimum
After filling, the indication -- is
still displayed.
Only after the display goes out
can the engine -- be started.
1. Switch on the ignition.
Display -- goes out after approx. 1 minute.
2. Engine can be started.
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Wheels and tires
Only check the tire inflation pressure when the
tires are cold. This means after driving no more
than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has
been parked for at least 2 hours.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
The displays of inflation devices may under-
read by up to 1.45 psi/0.1 bar.
For Flat Tire Monitor: after correcting the tire
inflation pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire
Monitor.
For Tire Pressure Monitor: after correcting the
tire inflation pressure, reset the Tire Pressure
Monitor.
Tire inflation pressure
Tire inflation pressure specifications
Safety information
The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres‐
sure influence the following:
The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
page 198, contains all tire inflation pressure
specifications for the specified tire sizes at the
ambient temperature. Tire inflation pressure
specifications apply to approved tire sizes and
recommended tire brands. This information
can be obtained from your service center.
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The service life of the tires.
Road safety.
Driving comfort.
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
please note the following:
Checking the tire inflation pressure
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
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Tire sizes of your vehicle.
Regularly check the tire inflation pres‐
sure, and correct it as needed: at least twice a
month and before a long trip. If you fail to ob‐
serve this precaution, you may be driving on
tires with incorrect tire pressures, a condition
that may not only compromise your vehicle's
driving stability, but also lead to tire damage
and the risk of an accident.◀
Maximum permitted driving speed.
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 pressure
values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer
to page 198, and adjust as necessary.
Tires have a natural, consistent loss of tire in‐
flation pressure.
Tires heat up while driving, and the tire infla‐
tion pressure increases along with the tire's
temperature. The tire inflation pressure speci‐
fications relate to cold tires or tires with the
ambient temperature.
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Wheels and tires
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Front: 245/45 R 19 2.2 / 32
-
98 W RSC
-
2.2 / 32
Rear: 275/40 R 19
101 W RSC
Front: 245/40 R 20 2.2 / 32
-
99 Y XL RSC
-
2.4 / 35
These pressure values can also be found on
the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Rear: 275/35 R 20
102 Y XL RSC
Front: 245/35 R 21 2.5 / 36
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Maximum permissible speed
96 Y XL RSC
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2.9 /42
Do not exceed 100 mph/160 km/h; other‐
wise, tire damage and accidents may result.◀
Rear: 275/30 R 21
98 Y XL RSC
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of
Tire inflation pressure values up to
100 mph/160 km/h
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i,
X3 xDrive28d
X3 xDrive35i
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
245/55 R 17 102 H 2.2 / 32
M+S RSC
2.2 / 32
2.4 / 35
245/50 R 18 100 H 2.2 / 32
M+S RSC
2.4 / 35
2.6 / 38
225/60 R 17 99 H
M+S RSC
2.2 / 32
245/50 R 18 100 V
M+S A/S RSC
245/50 R 18 100 H
M+S RSC
245/45 R 19 102 V 2.2 / 32
M+S XL A/S RSC
245/50 R 18 100 V
M+S A/S RSC
245/45 R 19 102 V
M+S XL RSC
245/45 R 19 102 V 2.2 / 32
M+S XL A/S RSC
2.6 / 38
Front: 245/45 R 19 2.2 / 32
-
98 W RSC
-
2.2 / 32
245/45 R 19 102 V
M+S XL RSC
Rear: 275/40 R 19
101 W RSC
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Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Front: 245/40 R 20 2.2 / 32
-
225/60 R 17 99 H
M+S RSC
2.4 / 35
2.8 / 41
99 Y XL RSC
-
2.4 / 35
Rear: 275/35 R 20
102 Y XL RSC
245/50 R 18 100 H
M+S RSC
245/50 R 18 100 V
M+S A/S RSC
Front: 245/35 R 21 2.5 / 36
-
96 Y XL RSC
-
2.9 /42
Rear: 275/30 R 21
98 Y XL RSC
245/45 R 19 102 V 2.6 / 38
M+S XL A/S RSC
3.0 / 44
245/45 R 19 102 V
M+S XL RSC
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
Front: 245/45 R 19 2.4 / 35
-
98 W RSC
-
2.6 / 38
Rear: 275/40 R 19
101 W RSC
Tire inflation pressures at max.
speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
Speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
Front: 245/40 R 20 2.4 / 35
-
99 Y XL RSC
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 exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the
relevant table on the following pages. Other‐
wise tire damage and accidents could occur.◀
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2.6 / 38
Rear: 275/35 R 20
102 Y XL RSC
Front: 245/35 R 21 2.8 / 41
96 Y XL RSC
3.2 / 46
-
-
Rear: 275/30 R 21
98 Y XL RSC
Tire inflation pressure values over
100 mph/160 km/h
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
X3 sDrive28i, X3 xDrive28i,
X3 xDrive28d
4.2 / 60
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
245/55 R 17 102 H 2.2 / 32
M+S RSC
2.6 / 38
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R: radial tire code
X3 xDrive35i
18: rim diameter in inches
96: load rating, not for ZR tires
Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Speed letter
Q = up to 100 mph, 160 km/h
R = up to 106 mph, 170 km/h
S = up to 112 mph, 180 km/h
T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph, 240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph, 270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph, 300 km/h
245/50 R 18 100 H 2.6 / 38
M+S RSC
3.0 / 44
3.2 / 46
245/50 R 18 100 V
M+S A/S RSC
245/45 R 19 102 V 2.8 / 41
M+S XL A/S RSC
245/45 R 19 102 V
M+S XL RSC
Tire Identification Number
DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 0115
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
0115: tire age
Front: 245/45 R 19 2.4 / 35
-
98 W RSC
-
2.8 / 41
Rear: 275/40 R 19
101 W RSC
Front: 245/40 R 20 2.4 / 35
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Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
99 Y XL RSC
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2.8 / 41
Rear: 275/35 R 20
102 Y XL RSC
Tire age
DOT … 0115: the tire was manufactured in the
1st week of 2015.
Front: 245/35 R 21 2.8 / 41
3.2 / 46
-
96 Y XL RSC
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Rear: 275/30 R 21
98 Y XL RSC
Recommendation
Regardless of wear and tear, replace tires at
least every 6 years.
Emergency wheel: Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
M
4.2 / 60
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
Tire identification marks
For example: Treadwear 200; Traction AA;
Temperature A
Tire size
245/45 R 18 96 Y
245: nominal width in mm
45: aspect ratio in %
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
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Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band
A represent higher levels of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than the minimum re‐
quired by law.
All passenger car tires must conform to Fed‐
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these
grades.
Temperature grade for this tire
Treadwear
The temperature grade for this tire is es‐
tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐
tion, or excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
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. For example, 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 signifi‐
cantly from the norm due to variations in driv‐
ing habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀
RSC – Run-flat tires
Run-flat tires, refer to page 204, are labeled
with 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 surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
Tire tread
Summer tires
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.12 in/3 mm.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if
the tire tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm.
Winter tires
Temperature
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.16 in/4 mm.
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 high temperature can cause the ma‐
terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds
to a level of performance which all passenger
Below a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, tires are
less suitable for winter operation.
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In case of tire damage
Minimum tread depth
If there are indications of tire damage, re‐
duce your speed immediately and have the
rims and tires checked right away; otherwise,
there is the increased risk of an accident.
Drive carefully to the nearest service center. If
necessary, have the vehicle towed or trans‐
ported there. Otherwise, tire damage can be‐
come life threatening for vehicle occupants
and also other traffic.◀
Wear indicators are distributed around the
tire's circumference and have the legally re‐
quired minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm.
Repair of tire damage
For safety reasons, the manufacturer of
your vehicle recommends that you do not have
damaged tires repaired; they should be re‐
placed. Otherwise, damage can occur as a re‐
sult.◀
They are marked on the side of the tire with
TWI, Tread Wear Indicator.
Tire damage
Changing wheels and tires
General information
Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
Mounting
Information on mounting tires
Have mounting and balancing performed
only by a service center.
Hints
Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,
as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles
can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and
suspension parts. This is more likely to occur
with low-profile tires, which provide less cush‐
ioning between the wheel and the road. Be
careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your
speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped
with low-profile tires.
If work is not carried out properly, there is a
danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
Wheel and tire combination
You can ask the service center about the right
wheel/tire combination and wheel rim versions
for the vehicle.
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐
fects:
Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair
the function of a variety of systems such as
ABS or DSC.
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Unusual vibrations while driving.
Unusual handling such as a strong ten‐
dency to pull to the left or right.
To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐
sponse, use only tires with a single tread con‐
figuration from a single manufacturer.
Damage can, e. g., be caused by driving over
curbs, road damage, or similar things.
Following tire damage, have the original wheel
and tire combination remounted on the vehicle
as soon as possible.
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Approved wheels and tires
Retreaded tires
You should only use wheels and tires
that have been approved by the vehicle manu‐
facturer for your vehicle type; otherwise, e.g.,
despite having the same official size ratings,
variations can lead to chassis contact and with
it, the risk of severe accidents
Possibly substantial variations in the de‐
sign and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety.◀
Winter tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot eval‐
uate non-approved wheels and tires to deter‐
mine if they are suited for use, and therefore
cannot guarantee the operating safety of the
vehicle.◀
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Although so-called all-season M+S tires pro‐
vide better winter traction than summer tires,
they do not provide the same level of perform‐
ance as winter tires.
Recommended tire brands
Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then a respective symbol is displayed in your
field of vision. You can obtain this sign from the
tire specialist or from your service center.
Maximum speed for winter tires
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the respective winter tires; otherwise, tire dam‐
age and accidents can occur.◀
For each tire size, the manufacturer of your ve‐
hicle recommends certain tire brands. These
can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall.
Run-flat tires
With proper use, these tires meet the highest
standards for safety and handling.
If you are already using run-flat tires, for your
own safety you should replace them only with
the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
case of a flat tire. Your service center will be
glad to advise you.
New tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐
ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;
they achieve their full traction potential after a
break-in time.
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 between
the axles to achieve even wear. Your service
center will be glad to advise you. After rotating,
check the tire pressure and correct if needed.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Retreaded tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Rotating the tires is not permissible on vehi‐
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the
front and rear axles.
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into the tires, which seals the damage from the
inside.
Storage
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
The compressor can be used to check the tire
inflation pressure.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Hints
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
▷
Follow the instructions on using the Mobi‐
lity 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 in/4 mm or more.
Run-flat tires
Label
▷
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Contact the nearest service center if the
tire cannot be made drivable.
If possible, do not remove foreign bodies
that have penetrated the tire.
Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
container and apply it to the steering
wheel.
▷
The use of a sealant can damage the TPM
wheel electronics. In this case, have the
electronics checked at the next opportu‐
nity and have them replaced if needed.
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels consist of tires that are self-sup‐
porting, to a limited degree, and possibly spe‐
cial rims.
Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to
remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a tire inflation pressure loss.
areas, since breathing in exhaust fumes may
lead to loss of consciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀
Follow the instructions for continued driving
with a flat tire.
Storage
Changing run-flat tires
The Mobility System is located under the
cargo floor panel.
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Mobility System
The concept
With the Mobility System, minor tire damage
can be sealed quickly to enable continued
travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped
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Sealing container
Filling the tire with sealant
1. Shake the sealing container.
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Sealing container, arrow 1.
Filling hose, arrow 2.
2. Pull the connection hose fully out of the
compressor housing. Do not kink the hose.
Observe use-by date on the sealant container.
Compressor
3. Screw the connection hose onto the con‐
nector of the sealant container.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
Holder for bottle
Compressor
Connector/cable for socket
Connection hose
On/off reel
Inflation pressure dial
Reduce inflation pressure
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4. Insert the sealant container on the com‐
pressor housing in an upright position.
7. With the ignition turned on or the engine
running, reel on the compressor.
Switch off the compressor after 10 mi‐
nutes
5. Screw the filling hose of the sealant con‐
tainer onto the tire valve of the defective
wheel.
Do not allow the compressor to run longer than
10 minutes; otherwise, the device will overheat
and may be damaged.◀
Let the compressor run for approx. 3 to 8 mi‐
nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a
tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the
tire inflation pressure may sporadically reach
approx. 5 bar. Do not reel off the compressor at
this point.
6. With the compressor switched off, insert
the plug into the power socket inside the
vehicle.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not
reached:
1. Switch off the compressor.
2. Unscrew the filling hose from the wheel.
3. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to dis‐
tribute the sealant in the tire.
4. Inflate the tire again using the compressor.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be
reached, contact your service center.
Stowing the Mobility System
1. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant con‐
tainer from the wheel.
2. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the sealant container.
3. Connect the filling hose of the sealant con‐
tainer previously connected to the tire
valve with the available connector on the
sealant container.
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This prevents leftover sealant from escap‐
ing from the container.
Snow chains
4. Wrap the empty sealant container in suita‐
ble material to avoid dirtying the cargo
area.
Fine-link snow chains
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains
have been tested by the manufacturer of the
vehicle, classified as road-safe and approved.
5. Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐
cle.
Information about the approved snow chains
are available from the service center.
Distributing the sealant
Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to en‐
sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in the
tire.
Use
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
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205/65 R 17.
225/60 R 17.
245/50 R 18.
245/45 R 19.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
To correct the tire inflation pressure
No snow chains on size 245/55 R 17 tires
Do not mount snow chains on size
245/55 R 17 tires; otherwise, the vehicle may
become damaged.◀
1. Stop at a suitable location.
2. Screw the connection hose of the com‐
pressor directly onto the tire valve stem.
3. Insert the connector into the power socket
inside the vehicle.
Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐
tions.
4. Correct the tire inflation pressure to
2.5 bar.
Make sure that the snow chains are always
sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐
ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions.
▷
Increase pressure: with the ignition
turned on or the engine running, reel
on the compressor.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
▷
To reduce the pressure: press the but‐
ton on the compressor.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Continuing the trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if needed.
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.
Maximum speed with snow chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h
when using snow chains.
Replace the defective tire and the sealant con‐
tainer of the Mobility System as soon as possi‐
ble.
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Engine compartment
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
Important features in the engine compartment
1
2
3
Washer fluid reservoir
4
5
6
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal
Coolant reservoir
Vehicle identification number
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal
Oil filler neck
If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
Hood
Hints
If work is not carried out properly, there is a
danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.
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Closing the hood
Mobility
Never reach into the engine compart‐
ment
Hood open when driving
Never reach into spaces or gaps in the engine
compartment; otherwise, there is a risk of in‐
jury, e.g., from rotating or hot parts.◀
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over im‐
mediately and close it securely.◀
Danger of jamming
Opening the hood
Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
Danger of injury when the hood is open
There is a danger of injury from protrud‐
ing parts when the hood is open.◀
1. Pull the lever.
Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16
in/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
Make sure you hear the hood engage.
2. Press the release handle and open the
hood.
3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood.
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Engine oil
Engine oil
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Requirements
A current measured value is available after ap‐
prox. 30 minutes of driving. During a shorter
trip, the status of the last, sufficiently long trip
is displayed.
With frequent short-distance trips, regularly
perform a detailed measurement.
Displaying the engine oil level
1. "Vehicle info"
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
the driving style and driving conditions.
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Engine oil level"
The engine oil consumption can increase in
case of, for example:
Engine oil level display messages
Different messages appear on the display de‐
pending on the engine oil level. Pay attention
to these messages.
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▷
Sporty driving.
Break-in the engine.
Idling of the engine.
If the engine oil level is too low, within the next
125 miles/200 km Add engine oil, refer to
page 211.
Usage of non-approved engine oil grades.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling.
Engine oil level too low
The vehicle is equipped with electronic oil
measurement.
Add engine oil immediately; otherwise,
an insufficient amount of engine oil could re‐
sult in engine damage.◀
The electronic oil measurement has two meas‐
uring principles:
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Too much engine oil
▷
▷
Status display
Detailed measurement
Have the vehicle checked immediately;
otherwise, surplus engine oil can lead to en‐
gine damage.◀
Electronic oil measurement
Status display
Detailed measurement
The concept
The concept
In the detailed measurement the engine oil
level is checked and displayed via a scale.
The engine oil level is monitored electronically
while driving and shown on the Control Dis‐
play.
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Gasoline engine:
Oil filler neck
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level, a check control message is displayed.
Diesel engine:
If the engine oil level reaches the minimum
level or an overfilling is detected, a check con‐
trol message is displayed.
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity
to be added is indicated in the message dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
General information
A detailed measurement is only possible with
certain engines.
Requirements
Adding engine oil
▷
▷
Vehicle is on level road.
Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km;
otherwise, this may cause engine damage.◀
Steptronic transmission: selector lever in
selector lever position N or P and accelera‐
tor pedal not depressed.
Do not add too much engine oil
When too much engine oil is added, im‐
mediately have the vehicle checked, otherwise,
this may cause engine damage.◀
▷
Engine is running and is at operating tem‐
perature.
Performing a detailed measurement
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
Protect children
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐
dren and observe the warnings on the contain‐
ers to prevent health risks.◀
1. "Vehicle info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Measure engine oil level"
Engine oil types to add
4. "Start measurement"
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
Hints
No oil additives
Time: approx. 1 minute.
Oil additives may lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
Adding engine oil
Viscosity grades for engine oils
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity
grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40,
and SAE 5W-30 or malfunctions or engine
damage may occur.◀
General information
Switch off the ignition and safely park the vehi‐
cle before engine oil is added.
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The engine oil quality is critical for the life of
the engine.
Suitable engine oil types
You can add engine oils that meet the follow‐
ing oil rating standards:
Gasoline engine
BMW Longlife-01.
BMW Longlife-01 FE.
Diesel engine
BMW Longlife-04.
Further information regarding the oil specifica‐
tions and viscosities of engine oils can be in‐
quired with the service center.
Alternative engine oil types
If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is
not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an en‐
gine oil with the following oil rating can be
added:
Gasoline engine
API SM or superior oil rating.
Diesel engine
API CJ-4.
Engine oil change:
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you let the service center change the motor oil.
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Mobility
Coolant
Checking
1. Let the engine cool.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
2. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.
Hints
Danger of burns from hot engine
3. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
Do not open the cooling system while
the engine is hot; otherwise, esliding coolant
may cause burns.◀
4. The coolant level is correct if it lies be‐
tween the minimum and maximum marks
in the filler neck.
Suitable additives
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. Information about the
suitable additives are available from the service
center.
Coolant level
General information
Depending on the engine installation, the cool‐
ant reservoir is located on the right side or the
left side of the engine compartment.
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Adding
1. Let the engine cool.
2. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess
pressure to dissipate, then open it.
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.
4. Turn the lid until there is an audible click.
The arrows on the coolant reservoir and
the lid must point towards one another.
5. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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Maintenance
Service data in the remote control
Vehicle features and options
Information on the required maintenance is
continuously stored in the remote control.
Your service center will read out this data and
suggest the right array of service procedures
for your vehicle.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐
mote control with which the vehicle was driven
most recently.
Storage periods
Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐
tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐
count.
BMW maintenance system
The maintenance system indicates required
maintenance measures, and thereby provides
support in maintaining road safety and the op‐
erational reliability of the vehicle.
If this occurs, have a service center update the
time-dependent maintenance procedures,
such as checking brake fluid and, if needed,
changing the engine oil and the microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter.
In some cases scopes and intervals may vary
according to the country-specific version. Re‐
placement work, spare parts, fuels and lubri‐
cants and wear materials are calculated sepa‐
rately. Additional information is available from
the service center.
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty In‐
formation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els for additional information on service re‐
quirements.
Condition Based Service
CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐
count the driving conditions of your vehicle.
Based on this, Condition Based Service recog‐
nizes the maintenance requirements.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance corresponding to your
user profile.
Maintenance and repair should be performed
by your service center. Make sure to have reg‐
ular maintenance procedures recorded in the
vehicle's Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els. These entries are proof of regular mainte‐
nance.
Detailed information on service requirements,
refer to page 86, can be displayed on the Con‐
trol Display.
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Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Note
Socket for Onboard Diagnosis
The socket for onboard diagnostics may
only be used by the service center or a work‐
shop that operates in accordance with the
specifications of the vehicle manufacturer with
correspondingly trained personnel and other
authorized persons. Otherwise, use may result
in operating problems for the vehicle.◀
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle's emissions.
Emissions
▷
The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
▷
The warning lamp flashes under certain
circumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive mis‐
firing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the
system checked immediately; otherwise,
serious engine misfiring within a brief pe‐
riod can seriously damage emission con‐
trol components, in particular the catalytic
converter.
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Replacing components
Front: Replacing the wiper blades
1. To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer
to page 75, the wiper arms.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
2. Fold up the wipers.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
3. Position the wiper blade in a horizontal po‐
sition.
4. Remove the wiper blade toward one side.
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located under
the first aid kit behind the left folding cover in
the trunk.
5. Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order
of removal until it locks in place.
Wiper blade replacement
6. Fold down the wipers.
Hints
Do not fold down the wipers without
wiper blades
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield.◀
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Do not perform work/bulb replacement
on xenon headlights
Rear: replacing the wiper blades
1. Lift off the wiper fully and pull off the wiper
blade, arrow.
Have any work on the xenon lighting system,
including bulb replacement, performed only by
a service center. Due to the high voltage
present in the system, there is a danger of fatal
injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀
Do not touch the bulbs
Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare hands, as even minute amounts of
contamination will burn into the bulb's surface
and reduce its service life.
2. Attach a new wiper blade. It must engage
audibly.
Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar,
or hold the bulb by its base.◀
3. Fold down the wipers.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Some items of equipment use light-emitting
diodes installed behind a cover as a light
source.
Lamp and bulb replacement
Hints
These light-emitting diodes, which are related
to conventional lasers, are officially designated
as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Lights and bulbs
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribu‐
tion to vehicle safety.
Do not remove the covers
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
the service center if you are unfamiliar those or
if they have not been described here.
Do not remove the covers, and never
stare into the unfiltered light for several hours;
otherwise, irritation of the retina could result.◀
You can obtain a selection of replacement
bulbs at the service center.
Headlight glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐
ternal lights in cool or humid weather. When
driving with the light switched on, the conden‐
sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐
light glass does not need to be changed.
Danger of burns
Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is a danger of getting
burned.◀
If the headlights do not dim despite driving
with the light switched on, increasing humidity
forms, e. g. water droplets in the light, have the
service center check this.
Working on the lighting system
When working on the lighting system,
you should always reel off the lights affected to
prevent short circuits.
Headlight setting
The headlight adjustments can be affected by
changing lights and bulbs. Have the head‐
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage
when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions
provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀
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lights' settings checked and corrected by serv‐
ice after a replacement.
Low beams
55-watt bulb, H7.
1. Tip the connector with the bulb down
slightly and pull out carefully.
Front lights, bulb replacement
Halogen headlights
At a glance
2. Pull the bulb off the connector and insert
the new bulb.
3. Install the new bulb in reverse order of re‐
moval.
4. Place the cover according to the arrow
markings on the headlight housing.
5. Close the headlight housing with the lid.
Parking lights
5-watt bulb, W5W.
1. Remove the bulb holder.
1
2
3
4
5
High beams/headlight flasher
Low beams
2. Carefully remove the bulb from the socket.
3. Install the new bulb in reverse order of re‐
moval.
Turn signal/side marker light
Parking lights
4. Place the cover according to the arrow
markings on the headlight housing.
Daytime running lights
5. Close the headlight housing with the lid.
Accessing the low beams and parking
lights
Accessing the high beams/headlight
flasher and daytime running lights
Follow general instructions, refer to page 218.
1. Open the hood, refer to page 208.
Follow general instructions, refer to page 218.
1. Open the hood, refer to page 208.
2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐
move.
2. Turn the cover counterclockwise and re‐
move.
3. The upper bulb is the low beam and the
lower bulb is the parking lamp.
3. The upper bulb is the high beam/headlight
flasher and the lower bulb is the daytime
running lights.
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High beams/headlight flasher
At a glance
55-watt bulb, H7.
1. Tip the connector with the bulb up slightly
and pull out carefully.
2. Pull the bulb off the connector and insert
the new bulb.
3. Install the new bulb in reverse order of re‐
moval.
4. Place the cover according to the arrow
markings on the headlight housing.
1
2
3
Parking lights / daytime running lights
5. Close the headlight housing with the lid.
Low beams/high beams/headlight flasher
Turn signal/side marker light
Daytime running lights
21-watt bulb, W21W.
Xenon headlights
1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove.
Low beams and high beams are designed with
xenon technology.
2. Carefully remove the bulb from the socket.
The parking lights and daylight running lights
are made using LED technology.
3. Install the new bulb in reverse order of re‐
moval.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
4. Place the cover according to the arrow
markings on the headlight housing.
LED headlights
5. Close the headlight housing with the lid.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
Xenon headlights
Hints
With LED headlights, all front lights and side
indicators are designed with LED technology.
Because of the long life of these bulbs, the
likelihood of failure is very low. Switching the
lights on and off frequently shortens their life.
If an LED fails, switch on the front fog lights
and continue the trip with great care. Comply
with local regulations.
If a bulb fails, reel on the front fog lights and
continue the trip with great care. Comply with
local regulations.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Front fog lights
Follow general instructions, refer to page 218.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement
on xenon headlights
Have any work on the xenon lighting system,
including bulb replacement, performed only by
a service center. Due to the high voltage
present in the system, there is a danger of fatal
injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim,
please contact your BMW center.
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LED front fog lights
Mobility
35-watt bulb, H8.
These front fog lights are made using LED
technology. Contact your service center in the
event of a malfunction.
1. Insert the screwdriver from the onboard
vehicle tool kit, with the flat side on the clip,
arrow 1.
Turn signal
Note
Follow general instructions, refer to page 218.
The turn signals are located next to each low
beam in the engine compartment.
21-watt bulb, PY 21W.
Replacement
2. Turn the screwdriver by 90°, arrow 2.
1. Open the hood, refer to page 208.
3. Remove the front fog lamp toward the
front.
2. Turn the bulb with the socket counter‐
clockwise and carefully remove.
4. Detach the connector.
3. Push the bulb down slightly and unscrew
from the socket.
5. Turn the bulb bracket and remove it.
4. To insert the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal.
Turn signal in exterior mirror
The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature
LED technology. Contact your service center
in the event of a malfunction.
6. Remove the bulb and replace it.
7. Proceed in reverse order to insert the front
fog lamp. Note the guide rails in doing so.
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body, push it up, arrow, and remove the
cover.
Tail lights, bulb replacement
At a glance
3. Release both nuts.
1
2
3
4
5
Turn signal
Backup lamp
Inside brake lamp
Rear lamp
Rear lamp/brake light
Bulb replacement, exterior tail lights
General information
4. Remove the tail lamp from the body and
detach the connector.
Follow general instructions, refer to page 218.
21-watt bulb, P21W.
Replacing the bulbs
With Adaptive Light Control or xenon head‐
lights: rear lamp features LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
1. Release the three fasteners on the bulb
holder and remove the bulb holder from
the tail lamp.
Use caution when replacing the bulb
Use caution and proceed one step at a
time when replacing the bulbs to prevent dam‐
age to the tail lights or the vehicle.◀
Removing the exterior tail lamp
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Insert the screwdriver from the onboard
vehicle tool kit between the cover and
2. Turn the bulb and remove it. The turn sig‐
nal is the upper bulb and the rear lamp/
brake lamp is the lower bulb on the bulb
holder.
3. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
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sure that the bulb holder is engaged in all
fasteners.
1. Attach the connector to the tail lamp.
2. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder.
Installing the tail lamp
1. Connect and install the tail lamp.
Ensure that the bulb holder is firmly at‐
tached.
2. Insert the cover with the three mountings
in the tail lamp. While applying pressure on
the top and bottom bracket, slide the cover
down to the stop.
License plate lights
Follow general instructions, refer to page 218.
These lights are made using LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
Lights in the tailgate
General information
Follow general instructions, refer to page 218.
Reversing lights: 16-watt bulb, W16W.
Inner brake lamp: 21-watt bulb, H21W.
Changing wheels
Hints
Accessing the lights
When using run-flat tires or sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Pull out the cover at the recessed grip, ar‐
row.
Which is why no spare tire is available.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
Jacking points for the vehicle jack
3. Detach the connector.
Replacing the reversing lamp and inner
brake lamp
1. Detach the bulb holder from the tail lamp.
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated at the positions shown.
The reversing lamp is the upper bulb and
the inner brake lamp is the lower bulb on
the bulb holder.
2. To replace the reversing lamp, pull off the
bulb carefully.
Vehicle battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
To replace the inner brake lamp, push the
bulb down and turn it to the left.
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The added amount of acid is sufficient for the
service life of the battery.
Starting aid terminals
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
starting aid terminals, refer to page 228, in the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Further information about the battery can be
obtained from your service center.
Battery replacement
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be newly initialized or individual set‐
tings updated, e. g.:
Use approved vehicle batteries only
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble.◀
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Seat and mirror memory: store the posi‐
tions again.
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Time: update.
Date: update.
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered on the vehicle by the service center
to ensure that all comfort features are fully
available and that any Check Control mes‐
sages of these comfort features are no longer
displayed.
Glass sunroof: initialize the system, refer to
page 50.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy‐
cling center.
Charging the battery
General information
Make sure that the battery is always suffi‐
ciently charged to guarantee that the battery
remains usable for its full service life.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
The battery may need to be charged in the fol‐
lowing cases:
Fuses
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When making frequent short-distance
drives.
Hints
Replacing fuses
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If the vehicle is not used for prolonged pe‐
riods, longer than a month.
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐
tute of another color or amperage rating; this
could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐
sulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀
Hints
Do not connect charging devices to the
12 volt socket in the vehicle
Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse
types and locations are stored in the fuse box
in the trunk.
Do not connect battery chargers to the fac‐
tory-installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as
this may damage the vehicle battery due to an
increased power consumption.◀
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In the glove compartment
Swing the cover down, arrow.
In the cargo area
Open the cover on the right side trim, arrow,
and remove the sound insulation.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet.
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Breakdown assistance
Hints
Vehicle features and options
Emergency Request not guaranteed
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
For technical reasons, the Emergency
Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor‐
able conditions.◀
Overview
Hazard warning flashers
SOS button in the roofliner
Requirements
▷
The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has
been activated.
The button is located in the center console.
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▷
The radio-ready state is switched on.
The Assist system is functional.
Initiating an Emergency Request
1. Press the cover briefly to open it.
Intelligent Emergency
Request
2. Press the SOS button until the LED at the
button lights up green.
The concept
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Re‐
quest can be made through this system.
▷
The LED lights up green: an Emergency
Request was initiated.
If a cancel prompt appears on the display,
the Emergency Request can be aborted.
General information
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab‐
lished.
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The LED flashes green when a connection
to the BMW Response Center has been
established.
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When the emergency request is received
at the BMW Response Center, the BMW
Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.
First aid kit
Note
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circum‐
stances.
Check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
For this, data are transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serve to deter‐
mine the necessary rescue measures. E. g.
the current position of the vehicle, if it can
be established.
Storage
▷
If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW
Response Center can no longer be heard
via the speaker, you can nevertheless still
be heard at the BMW Response Center.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately af‐
ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Noti‐
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
The first aid kit is located behind the left-hand
cover in the trunk.
Jump-starting
General information
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle
and two jumper cables. Only use jumper ca‐
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
Warning triangle
Hints
Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal in‐
jury, always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running.◀
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
The warning triangle is located behind the left-
hand cover in the trunk.
To remove, loosen the bracket.
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Connecting the cables
1. Pull off the lid of the BMW starting aid ter‐
minal.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
Make sure that there is no contact be‐
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐
wise, there is a danger of short circuits.◀
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 assis‐
tance.
1. Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This infor‐
mation can be found on the battery.
3. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.
3. Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers 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
Connecting order
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the
corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order to prevent risk of injury from arcing.◀
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 in‐
creased idle speed.
If the vehicle to be started has a diesel en‐
gine: let the engine of the assisting vehicle
run for approx. 10 minutes.
The so-called starting aid terminal in the en‐
gine compartment acts as the battery's posi‐
tive terminal.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
started in the usual way.
If the first starting attempt is not success‐
ful, wait a few minutes before making an‐
other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if needed.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
battery negative terminal.
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Tow-starting and towing
Hints
Note
Light towing vehicle
Tow-starting and towing
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.◀
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Steptronic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
Note
▷
Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
▷
If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Tow truck
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷
Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.
▷
The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle.
Use tow fitting located in the front only for po‐
sitioning the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the BMW.
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The tow fitting is located in the onboard vehi‐
cle tool kit behind the left folding cover in the
trunk.
Tow fitting, information on use
▷
Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.
▷
▷
Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.
Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur.◀
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 cause of the starting problems fixed.
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Care
Cleaning sensors/camera lenses with
high-pressure washers
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors and camera lenses on the
outside of the vehicle for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.◀
Automatic car washes
Hints
▷
Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
Car washes
▷
▷
Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.
General information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as
leaves in the area below the windshield when
the hood is raised.
Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter. Intense soiling and road salt can dam‐
age the vehicle.
▷
▷
Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
page 74, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.
In some cases, an unintentional alarm can
be triggered by the interior motion sensor
of the alarm system. Follow the instruc‐
tions on avoiding an unintentional alarm,
refer to page 47.
Hints
Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
If the vehicle has a glass sunroof, ensure that a
distance of at least 31.5 inches/80 cm is main‐
tained. Holding them too close or using exces‐
sively high pressures or temperatures can
cause damage or preliminary damage that may
then lead to long-term damage.
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Before driving into a car wash
In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
car wash, take the following steps:
Follow the user's manual for the high-pressure
washer.◀
Steptronic transmission:
1. Drive into the car wash.
2. Engage selector lever position N.
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3. Deactivating Automatic Hold, refer to
page 71.
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Switch the engine off.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Vehicle care
Car care products
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, selector lever position P is en‐
gaged and damages can result.◀
BMW recommends using care and cleaning
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
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.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
To start the engine with Steptronic transmis‐
sion:
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Vehicle paint
Selector lever position
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 af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Selector lever position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
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▷
When the ignition is switched off.
After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlights
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
▷
Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.
▷
Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.
Leather care
▷
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
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To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
two months.
ularly when they have been exposed to road
salt.
Rubber components
Aside from water, treat only with rubber
cleansers.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐
cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially
more visible.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any
silicon-containing car care products in order to
avoid damage or noises.
Suitable care products are available from the
service center.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If upholstery is very dirty, e.g., with beverage
stains, use a soft sponge or microfiber cloth
with a suitable interior cleaner.
Plastic components
These include:
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Imitation leather surfaces.
Roofliner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the
material vigorously.
Lamp lenses.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Instrument cluster cover.
Matt black spray-coated components.
Painted parts in the interior.
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or
other articles of clothing can damage the seat
covers. Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are
closed.◀
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Dampen cloth lightly with water.
Do not soak the roofliner.
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
No cleansers that contain alcohol or sol‐
vents
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam
jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufac‐
turer's instructions.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage.◀
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents
can destroy the protective layer of adjacent
components, such as the brake disk.
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Chrome surfaces
Chemical cleaning
Carefully clean components such as the radia‐
tor grille or door handles with an ample supply
of water, possibly with shampoo added, partic‐
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
the webbing.◀
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Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Avoid pressure
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning
and do not use abrasive materials; otherwise,
damage can result.◀
Do not allow the reels to retract the safety
belts until they are dry.
Clean with a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
Carpets and floor mats
No objects in the area around the pedals
Long-term
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the pedal area; otherwise, the
function of the pedals could be impeded while
driving and create the risk of an accident.
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be
taken. Additional information is available from
the service center.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly attached to
floor.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐
tened again after they were removed for clean‐
ing, e.g.◀
Floor mats can be removed from the car's inte‐
rior for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.
Sensor/camera lenses
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a
cloth moistened with a small amount of glass
detergent.
Displays/monitors
Cleaning displays and screens
Do not use any chemical or household
cleaning agents; otherwise, surfaces can be af‐
fected.◀
Keeping out moisture
Keep all fluids and moisture away from
the unit; otherwise, electrical components can
be damaged.◀
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