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Parking
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Parking
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Rearview camera, refer to page 243.
Trailer hitch view, refer to page 246.
Panorama view, rear, refer to page 247.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Depending on vehicle equipment, additional
camera views can be used with parking view:
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Semi-automatic camera perspective, refer
to page 244.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
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Automatic camera perspective, refer to
page 244.
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Side view, refer to page 245.
Parking assistance systems
3D view, refer to page 246.
Car wash view, refer to page 247.
Panorama view, front, refer to page 247.
Principle
With the Park Distance Control display and
various camera views, the parking assistance
systems help to park, maneuver, and reverse
the vehicle. Parking assistance systems are
operated using the Park Assist key or via the
Parking menu.
Activating panorama view using activation
points, refer to page 248.
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Door opening angle, refer to page 249.
Remote 3D View, refer to page 250.
The camera-based individual systems are op-
erated with the function bars on the control
display. The camera views can be turned on
and off by selecting the corresponding icon.
Additional views with parking assistance lines
or obstacle markings can be shown.
When parking or reversing, the following indi-
vidual systems provide active support with as-
sistance functions and sensors:
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Park Distance Control, refer to page 250.
Active Park Distance Control, refer to
page 253.
Safety information
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Drive-off monitoring, refer to page 255.
Park Assist, refer to page 256.
Warning
Maneuver Assistant, refer to page 262.
Remote Control Parking, refer to page 265.
Reversing Assistant, refer to page 266.
Trailer Assistant, refer to page 317.
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Various camera views and camera perspec-
tives provide excellent visibility of the vehi-
cle surroundings while parking and maneuver-
ing. Depending on vehicle equipment, different
camera views are available.
The following camera views can be used with
the basic version:
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Overview
Display
Button in the vehicle
Turning display on/off
General information
The parking assistance systems view switches
off automatically when driving forwards or if a
certain distance or speed is exceeded.
With reverse gear
When drive-ready state is on, the parking
assistance systems display is automatically
turned on when you engage selector lever po-
sition R.
The Park Assist key is located on the
center console.
With the Park Assist key
Sensors
To turn on the parking assistance sys-
tem display, press the Park Assist key
on the center console.
The parking assistance systems are controlled
by the following sensors:
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Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-
ers.
Via iDrive
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Ultrasonic sensors at the sides.
Front camera.
To turn on the parking assistance systems dis-
play, go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Parking".
Exterior mirror cameras.
Rearview camera.
Display in the instrument cluster
Additional information:
The instrument cluster shows displays for
some parking assistance systems such as
Park Distance Control or Automatic Parking
Assistant.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
Calling up Park menu
Some parking assistance systems can be set
individually in the Park menu.
1. To bring up the Parking menu, go through
the menu as follows: Apps menu /
"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Parking".
2. Select the desired settings.
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Status of parking assistance systems
Assisted View
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3
Selection menu
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Camera image
Display on the control display
Depending on the equipment, one or more
cameras capture the area from different se-
lectable perspectives.
General information
The parking assistance system view on the
control display varies depending on vehicle
equipment and the parking assistance system
activated.
Depending on the view, the vehicle's surround-
ings or a part of it is depicted.
Depending on the national-market version, ei-
ther the automatic or the semi-automatic cam-
era perspective is displayed.
Assistance view
Toolbar, left
Different views and settings can be selected
using the left toolbar, depending on vehicle
equipment.
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"Parking View"
Depending on vehicle equipment, camera
views or the Park Distance Control view are
displayed.
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Toolbar, left
"Assist view"
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Camera image
Vehicle top view
Toolbar, right
A stylized top view of the vehicle is dis-
played.
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"Panorama view"
The cross traffic view is displayed.
"More"
Parking view
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"3D view"
A three-dimensional view of the vehicle
is displayed.
"Trailer coupling view"
The view shows the zoom onto the
trailer hitch.
"Car wash view"
Your own lane can be displayed to make
it easier to drive into a car wash.
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Toolbar, left
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Camera image
"Camera cleaning"
Selection window
Automatic camera perspective
Semi-automatic camera perspective
Side view
Cleaning of the front camera and rear-
view camera can be switched on as
needed.
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"Settings"
Settings can be entered in the Park
menu.
Toolbar, right
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Toolbar, right
Icon
Meaning
The Parking Assistant functions are displayed
in the right toolbar.
White: an available maneuver is se-
lected but is not being performed.
Functional requirements have not
been met or the function transfer is
complete.
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Status of the parking assistance systems.
Available parking methods of the Automatic
Parking Assistant.
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Functions of the Back-up Assistant.
Functions of the Maneuver Assistant.
Trailer Assistant functions.
Green: A parking assistance system
is on. Functions are controlled de-
pending on the system activated.
The Maneuver Assistant records
the maneuver to be saved.
Additional information in case of malfunc-
tions.
Status of parking assistance
systems
Additional displays
General information
The status of parking assistance systems is
indicated by icons on the toolbar on the right of
the control display, in the status area on the in-
strument cluster, and on the Head-up display,
depending on vehicle equipment. In addition
to this icon, text also appears on the control
display.
Additional views can be shown in the camera
image for the parking assistance systems dis-
play, e.g., parking aid lines. This makes park-
ing and maneuvering easier.
Several additional displays can be active at the
same time.
The following parking assistance systems are
displayed:
Turning additional displays on/off
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Automatic Parking Assistant.
Maneuver Assistant.
Back-up Assistant.
1. To turn additional displays in the camera
view on/off, go through the menu as fol-
lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Parking".
Trailer Assistant.
2. Select the desired setting.
Icon
Meaning
No search for parking assistance
system offers.
No other parking assistance sys-
tems available.
Parking assistance systems have
failed.
Searching for parking assistance
system offers is active.
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Using parking aid lines
Parking aid lines
1. Position the vehicle so that the red turning
circle line leads into the boundaries of the
parking space.
Pathway lines
2. Turn the steering wheel so that the green
pathway line covers the corresponding
turning circle line.
Obstacle marking
The pathway lines help to estimate the re-
quired space when parking and maneuvering
on level roads.
Depending on the engaged gear position, the
pathway lines are displayed in front of or be-
hind the vehicle in the camera image on the
control display.
The sensors detect obstacles when parking.
The pathway lines are continuously adjusted
to the steering movements depending on the
steering-wheel angle.
The obstacles detected by the Park Distance
Control are shown and marked in the camera
image on the control display.
Colored gradients for the obstacle markings in
green, yellow and red indicate the distances.
Turning circle lines
Functional limitations
The parking assistance systems can only be
used to a limited extent in the following situa-
tions:
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With a door open.
With open cargo area.
With exterior mirrors folded in.
The turning circle lines show the path with the
smallest possible turning circle on level roads
in the camera image on the control display.
Areas with gray hatching with an icon in the
camera image identify areas that are currently
not shown such as an open door.
Only one turning circle line is displayed after
the steering wheel is turned past a certain an-
gle.
Turning circle lines can only be superimposed
on the camera image together with pathway
lines.
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System limits
Rearview camera
Safety information
Principle
The rearview camera helps when reverse
parking and maneuvering. The area behind
the vehicle is shown in the camera view on
the control display. The rearview camera is
switched on when reversing and can be oper-
ated via iDrive or the Park Assist key.
Warning
Because of system limitations, this system
may either not respond, or respond too late,
incorrectly, or without cause. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Ac-
tively intervene as warranted. Refer to the in-
formation in this Owner’s Manual regarding
the scope of the system’s operation and limi-
tations.
Additional displays can be shown on the cam-
era view, e.g., parking assistance lines and ob-
stacle markings.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
System limits of the sensors
Parking assistance systems may be restricted
by the system limits of the sensors.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
the rearview camera:
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
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The cargo area is fully closed.
Field of view
Because of the camera angle, the areas under
the vehicle cannot be viewed by the cameras.
The camera area is clean and clear.
Turning the rearview camera on/off
Detection of objects
The sensors may not detect very low obstacles
as well as high, protruding objects, e.g., wall
ledges.
Turning the camera view on
automatically
The rearview camera is automatically turned
on if selector lever position R is engaged while
drive-ready state is on.
Objects shown on the control display may be
closer than they appear. Do not estimate the
distance to the objects on the control display.
Turning the camera view off
automatically
The rearview camera turns off automatically
when driving forward or when a certain dis-
tance or speed is exceeded.
The camera's detection range can be limited
by protruding cargo, a rear carrier, or a trailer.
Malfunction
A camera failure is displayed on the control
display.
The malfunctioning camera's detection range
is shown by the shaded area on the control
display.
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Turning the camera view on/off
manually
Turning the semi-automatic camera
perspective on/off
1.
To manually switch on the rearview
camera press the Park Assist button on the
center console.
1.
To switch on the semi-automatic
camera perspective, press the Park Assist
key on the center console.
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
2. Engage selector lever position R.
2.
Select the semi-automatic camera per-
spective icon in the selection window.
The rearview camera view is switched on.
To exit the fixed camera view, select another
camera view in the selection window.
Depending on vehicle equipment: The
icon for automatic camera perspective is
automatically selected in the selection win-
dow.
Automatic camera
perspective
To exit rearview camera view, select another
camera view in the selection window or press
the Park Assist key again.
Principle
Deactivated rearview camera
The automatic camera perspective shows a
steering-dependent view in the respective driv-
ing direction. This perspective adapts to the
respective driving situation.
When the rearview camera is deactivated, for
instance when the cargo area is open, the
camera image is displayed with gray shading.
As soon as obstacles are detected, the view
changes to a fixed display of the area in front
of or behind the bumper, or switches to side
Park Distance Control as necessary.
Semi-automatic camera
perspective
The side Park Distance Control is automati-
cally displayed when the automatic camera
perspective is turned on. The function shows
obstacles located next to the vehicle.
Principle
Depending on the parking direction and en-
gaged selector lever position, the semi-auto-
matic camera perspective shows a fixed cam-
era perspective with the areas in front of or
behind the vehicle.
You can turn the camera perspective on or off
using the control display.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
You can turn the camera perspective on or off
using the control display.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
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Turning the automatic camera
perspective on/off
Lateral Parking Aid display
Turning the camera view on/off
automatically
When the parking assistance systems' display
is turned on, automatic camera perspective is
selected automatically.
The icon for automatic camera perspective
is automatically selected in the selection win-
dow.
To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle
markings are displayed on the sides of the ve-
hicle.
To exit the steering-dependent camera view,
select another camera view in the selection
window.
Colored obstacle markings warn the driver
when obstacles have been detected.
When reverse gear is engaged, the automatic
camera perspective is, if necessary, exited and
the system uses a semi-automatic camera
perspective to the rear. If necessary, select the
automatic camera perspective when reverse
gear is engaged. The automatic camera per-
spective will then be maintained for the current
parking operation.
If no obstacle markings are displayed, no ob-
stacles have been detected.
Limits of the side protection
The Lateral Parking Aid only displays station-
ary obstacles that were previously detected by
the sensors while passing them.
Turning the camera view on/off
manually
The system does not detect whether an obsta-
cle moves later on. For this reason, at stand-
still, the marks are not shown anymore in the
display after a certain time. The area next to
the vehicle must be newly captured.
1.
To switch on automatic camera per-
spective, press the Park Assist button on
the center console.
Side view
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
2.
The icon for automatic camera perspec-
tive is automatically selected in the selec-
tion window.
Principle
Side view shows the vehicle's side surround-
ings, making it easier to position the vehicle at
the curb or with other obstacles on the side.
To exit the steering-dependent camera view,
select another camera view in the selection
window or press the Park Assist key again.
The camera view looks from the rear to the
front and, if there is a hazard, focuses auto-
matically on potential obstacles.
Side view can be turned on or off using the
control display.
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Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
2. Go through the menu as follows: "More" /
"3D view".
To exit the 3D view, select another camera
view on the left toolbar.
Turning the side view on/off
The selection window lets you choose the side
view for the left or right side of the vehicle.
Trailer hitch view
1.
To switch on side view, press the
Park Assist key on the center console.
Principle
To make it easier to attach a trailer, you can
zoom in on the view of the trailer hitch.
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
2.
Select the camera icon for the desired
vehicle side in the selection window.
Trailer hitch view can be turned on or off using
the control display.
To exit the side view, select another camera
view in the selection window.
General information
When zooming in, remember that the view
may no longer show certain obstacles.
3D view
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
Principle
With 3D view, a circle is displayed around the
vehicle top view in the selection window.
Turning the trailer hitch view on/off
Fixed perspectives can be selected directly on
the circular path in the selection window, or by
swiping the vehicle in the middle of the camera
image.
1.
To switch on trailer hitch view, press
the Park Assist key on the center console.
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
The current perspective is marked with a cam-
era icon on the circular path.
2. Go through the menu as follows: "More" /
"Trailer coupling view".
3D view can be turned on or off using the con-
trol display.
To exit the trailer hitch view, select another
camera view in the left toolbar.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
Turning the 3D view on/off
1.
To switch on 3D view, press the
Park Assist key on the center console.
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To exit the car wash view, select a different
camera view in the left toolbar.
Display
Display
Two static circle segments are displayed in the
camera image. These circle segments help to
estimate the distance of the trailer to the trailer
hitch.
Your own lane is displayed for easier driving
into a car wash.
A docking line dependent on the steering-
wheel angle helps with aiming for the trailer
with the trailer hitch.
This view can be used to position the vehicle
correctly within the washing system guide rails.
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll
freely forward.
Car wash view
Additional information:
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 123.
Principle
The car wash view assists when entering a car
wash.
Panorama View
This function can be turned on or off on the
control display.
Principle
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
The panoramic view gives you an earlier view
of crossing traffic at blind driveway exits and
intersections.
Road users concealed by obstacles to the left
and right of the vehicle can only be detected
relatively late from the driver's seat. To pro-
vide greater visibility, the front camera and, de-
pending on vehicle equipment, rearview cam-
era cover the side of the vehicle.
Turning the car wash view on/off
1.
To switch on the car wash view,
press the Park Assist key on the center
console.
Depending on vehicle equipment, this function
can be used when reversing or driving forward.
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
Panorama view can be turned on or off using
the control display.
2. Go through the menu as follows: "More" /
"Car wash view".
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Depending on vehicle equipment, this function
can be activated automatically by saving acti-
vation points.
When reverse gear is engaged, the reversing
camera view is displayed. Depending on ve-
hicle equipment, the front camera view is dis-
played when forward gear is engaged.
General information
The camera image shows different levels of
distortion in some areas and is thus not suita-
ble for distance estimations.
Automatic activation of
panorama view
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
Principle
Positions at which panorama view should
switch on automatically can be saved as acti-
vation points.
Sensors
Panorama view is controlled by the following
sensors:
Up to ten activation points can be saved and
edited.
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Rearview camera.
Depending on if vehicle is equipped with
front camera.
The activation points can be used when driv-
ing forward and, depending on national-mar-
ket version, when reversing.
Turning the panoramic view on/off
General information
Follow instructions in the Parking assistance
systems chapter.
1.
To turn on panorama view, press
the Park Assist key on the center console.
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
automatic activation of panorama view:
2. Bring up the following menu via iDrive:
"Panorama view".
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A GPS signal must be received.
To exit panorama view, select another camera
view on the left toolbar.
Depending on national-market version: You
must activate a BMW ID or driver profile.
Display
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The reversing camera and front camera
must be installed.
The direction of travel, the selector lever
position, and the vehicle angle must match
a stored activation point.
Yellow lines on the screen display identify the
bumpers of your own vehicle.
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To edit an activation point, press and
hold the desired activation point.
Storing activation points
Desired activation points can be saved.
To delete an activation point, swipe over
the desired activation point.
1. Drive your vehicle to the location where you
want panorama view to switch on automat-
ically, then stop.
Door opening angle
2.
Press the Park Assist key on the
center console.
Principle
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the door
opening angle display is shown automatically
when stationary.
3. Go through the menu as follows:
"Panorama view" / "Activation point" /
"Save activation point".
This display helps estimate how far the doors
can be opened when parking.
Activation points are saved with the following
information, for example:
If obstacle marking is activated, the parking
view indicates fixed obstacles that obstruct the
opening angles of the doors.
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With the city/town.
With the city/town and the street.
A default name.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
You can rename the location and street infor-
mation created automatically.
Display
Using activation points
To enable/disable the use of activation points,
go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Parking" / "GPS-based".
Editing activation points
Activation points can be renamed or deleted,
individually or collectively.
The maximum opening angle of the doors is
displayed in selector lever position P.
1.
Press the Park Assist key on the
center console.
System limits
The door opening angle view does not warn
you of approaching road users.
Parking assistance systems displays are
shown on the control display.
2. Go through the menu as follows:
"Panorama view" / "Manage points".
The vehicle's surroundings are distorted in the
display for technical reasons.
A list of all saved activation points is dis-
played.
Even if the door opening angle indicator on the
control display does not overlap with any other
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objects, it is necessary to park carefully next to
other objects.
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Data protection, refer to page 66.
BMW ID, refer to page 67.
Because of the perspective, higher, protruding
objects may be closer than they appear on the
control display.
Activating/deactivating Remote 3D
View
Remote 3D View can be activated or deacti-
vated individually or together with other func-
tions.
Remote 3D View
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "All" / "Data privacy".
Principle
The My BMW App and camera views in park-
ing view such as automatic camera perspec-
tive enable you to display the vehicle’s sur-
roundings on a mobile device.
2. Select the desired setting.
After activation, Remote 3D View can be
accessed using the My BMW App.
Remote 3D View shows a snapshot of the sit-
uation.
System limits
Remote 3D View may not be fully operational
or may not be available in the following situa-
tions:
General information
For reasons of data protection, Remote
3D View can only be used three times within
two hours.
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With a door or the cargo area open. Dark
fields in the display indicate areas that are
not recorded by the system.
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
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With manually folded-in exterior mirrors.
When other camera functions are being
performed in the vehicle.
Sensors
Remote 3D View is controlled by the following
sensors:
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The vehicle moves faster than walking
speed.
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Front camera.
In case of missing or weak Internet connec-
tion.
Exterior mirror cameras.
Rearview camera.
Park Distance Control
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
Remote 3D View:
Principle
Park Distance Control assists with parking.
Acoustic and visual warnings signal obstacles
in front of or behind the vehicle.
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Data transfer must be activated.
The My BMW App must be installed on the
mobile end device.
Obstacles that are detected by the side ultra-
sonic sensors can also be reported.
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In ConnectedDrive countries, you must acti-
vate a BMW ID with an existing Connected-
Drive account.
The range of Park Distance Control, depending
on obstacles and environmental conditions, is
approx. 6 ft/2 m.
Additional information:
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Park Distance Control turns on and off auto-
matically in certain situations: You can enable
or disable automatic activation on the control
display.
Turning Park Distance Control
on/off
Turning on the system automatically
Park Distance Control switches on automati-
cally in the following situations:
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
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When drive-ready state is switched on
when selector lever position R is engaged.
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While approaching detected obstacles
if the speed is lower than approx.
Safety information
2.5 mph/4 km/h. The activation distance
depends on the situation in question.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
To activate/deactivate automatic activation
when obstacles are detected, go through the
menu as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" /
"Driving settings" / "Driver Assistance" /
"Parking" / "Automatic PDC activation".
Turning off the system automatically
Park Distance Control switches off automati-
cally when driving forward or if a certain dis-
tance or speed is exceeded.
Turning the system on/off manually
Warning
To manually switch on Park Distance
Control, press the Park Assist button
on the center console.
Due to high speeds when the Park Distance
Control is activated, the warning can be de-
layed due to physical circumstances. There is
a risk of injury and risk of property damage.
Avoid approaching an object too fast. Avoid
driving off quickly while Park Distance Control
is not yet active.
When the LED illuminates, the system is on.
When the LED goes out, the system is off.
If the system is manually switched on when
the reverse gear is engaged, the rearview
camera image is displayed.
Depending on the national-market version, the
system cannot be turned off manually when
the reverse gear is engaged.
Sensors
Park Distance Control is controlled by the fol-
lowing sensors:
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Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-
ers.
Acoustic warning
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Ultrasonic sensors at the sides.
General information
An intermittent tone is given as acoustic warn-
ing for Park Distance Control to signal an ap-
proaching object. E.g., when an object is de-
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tected at the rear left of the vehicle, a sound is
heard from the rear left speaker.
When the Park Distance Control is switched
on again, the acoustic warning is automatically
switched on again.
The shorter the distance to the object, the
shorter the intervals of the intermittent tones.
Visual warning
An acoustic warning sounds in case of an im-
pending collision at a distance to the object of
approx. 27 in/70 cm.
General information
The approach to an object is displayed on the
control display and instrument cluster as soon
as Park Distance Control is activated.
For objects behind the vehicle, the acoustic
warning is issued as early as a distance to the
object of approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
Objects that are farther away are already dis-
played before a signal sounds.
When the distance to a detected object is less
than approx. 8 in/20 cm, a continuous tone is
sounded.
Depending on the view, pathway lines, turning
circle lines and obstacle markings are shown
for a better estimation of the space required.
When there are objects in front of and behind
the vehicle at the same time, at a distance
smaller than approx. 8 in/20 cm, an alternating
continuous tone will sound between the front
and rear speakers.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the sensor
detection range is shown by the shaded, ring-
shaped area. Green, yellow, and red markings
indicate when obstacles are detected within
the detection range.
The intermittent tones and the continuous tone
are turned off when selector lever position P is
engaged.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Cross Traf-
fic Warning, a warning is also shown on the
display for vehicles approaching from the side
at the rear and front.
Depending on national-market version, the in-
termittent tones are switched off after a short
time when the vehicle is stationary.
To protect the sides of the vehicle, obstacle
markings are displayed on the sides of the ve-
hicle.
If an object approaches when the vehicle is
stationary, the acoustic signal is reactivated.
Adjusting the volume
Display
1. To adjust the volume of the acoustic warn-
ing, go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
"Driver Assistance" / "Parking" / "PDC
signal volume".
Depending on vehicle equipment, warnings
may be displayed in front of, next to, and be-
hind the vehicle.
2. Set the desired value.
Depending on national-market
version: Turn off acoustic warning
Depending on national-market version, the
acoustic warning can be turned off while per-
forming a parking maneuver.
Press the acoustic warning icon in the sta-
tus field at the top of the control display.
Example display of warnings behind the vehi-
cle.
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Depending on the national-market version, the
rear functions of Park Distance Control remain
switched on when trailer towing is enabled.
The trailer towing icon is shown on the
control display.
Additional information:
Driving with trailer or rear carrier, refer to
page 315.
Example display of warnings next to the vehi-
cle.
Unwarranted warnings
Unwarranted warnings may be given if the
system limits of Park Distance Control are
reached.
The gray shaded areas indicate the sensor
detection range. No obstacles have been de-
tected within detection range.
To prevent unwarranted warnings, for instance
in car washes, turn off automatic Park Dis-
tance Control activation on obstacle detection.
Colored markings in the shaded area indicate
that obstacles have been detected within the
detection range.
If the shaded area is not continuous, the area
next to the vehicle has not been scanned yet.
Malfunction
If Park Distance Control malfunctions,
the Attention icon appears on the con-
trol display.
System limits
General information
Depending on vehicle equipment, the sensor
detection range may not be shown on the con-
trol display.
The function for protecting the vehicle sides
only shows stationary obstacles that were pre-
viously detected by the sensors when passing
by.
A Check Control message is displayed.
Park Distance Control has failed. Have the ve-
hicle checked by an authorized service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Park Distance Control does not detect when
an obstacle moves later. When the vehicle is
stationary, the gray shaded areas on the sides
are hidden after a certain time. The area on
the side of the vehicle must be newly captured.
Also follow the information on system limits in
the "Parking assistance systems" chapter.
Active Park Distance Control
Principle
Trailer towing
Active Park Distance Control is the brake func-
tion of Park Distance Control and initiates
emergency braking in the event of an acute
risk of collision.
The rear functions of Park Distance Control are
turned off when towing a trailer or when the
trailer socket is occupied.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the sensor
detection range is shown by the shaded area
on the control display.
The system can be used below walking speed
when reversing or coasting backward.
Obstacles next to the vehicle are not displayed.
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Due to system limits, a collision cannot be pre-
vented under all circumstances.
▷
▷
▷
Ultrasonic sensors in rear bumpers.
Ultrasonic sensors at the sides.
Rearview camera.
Pressing the accelerator pedal interrupts the
brake intervention. Emergency braking is not
performed.
Driving off after emergency braking
Active Park Distance Control can be tempora-
rily deactivated on the control display, where
you can also change the settings for this sys-
tem.
After emergency braking to a stop, further
creeping toward an obstacle is possible. Pro-
ceed with caution. To move forward, lightly
press the accelerator pedal and release as
needed.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
If the accelerator pedal is depressed longer,
the vehicle drives off. Manual braking is possi-
ble at any time.
Safety information
Deactivating Active Park Distance
Control temporarily
After emergency braking, Active Park Distance
Control can be temporarily deactivated on the
control display. A corresponding message is
displayed.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Go through the menu as follows: "Configure" /
"Deactivate temporarily".
No further emergency braking will be per-
formed in this situation as you continue driving.
The function is automatically reactivated when
Park Distance Control is switched on again.
Settings
You can configure which areas of your vehicle
to protect with the Park Distance Control sys-
tem.
Warning
When using the trailer hitch, the assistance
system cannot react correctly because the
sensors are concealed. There is a risk of ac-
cident, injury, and property damage. Do not
use the driver assistance system while tow-
ing a trailer or when using the trailer hitch,
e.g., for a rear bicycle rack.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
"Driver Assistance" / "Parking" / "Active
PDC emergency braking".
2. Select the desired setting.
Display
Sensors
As soon as the system engages, an
icon is displayed with a corresponding
message.
Active Park Distance Control is controlled by
the following sensors:
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System limits
Safety information
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Functional limitations
Active Park Distance Control cannot be used in
the following situations, for example:
▷
While Hill Descent Control is regulating the
vehicle speed, emergency braking is deacti-
vated.
▷
When driving with a trailer.
If applicable, turn off the system temporarily, if
needed.
Warning
Additional information:
When using the trailer hitch, the assistance
system cannot react correctly because the
sensors are concealed. There is a risk of ac-
cident, injury, and property damage. Do not
use the driver assistance system while tow-
ing a trailer or when using the trailer hitch,
e.g., for a rear bicycle rack.
Hill Descent Control, refer to page 209.
Drive-off monitoring
Principle
In case of a risk of collision, the start-up mon-
itoring reduces the drive power when driving
off.
Sensors
Drive-off monitoring is controlled by the follow-
ing sensors:
When obstacles are detected in close range in
front of the vehicle, the acceleration will be re-
duced. If necessary, this permits timely manual
braking.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-
ers.
When obstacles are detected behind the vehi-
cle, the system will brake.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors at the sides.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
drive-off monitoring:
Drive-Off Monitoring can be activated/deacti-
vated on the control display.
You can cancel reduced acceleration, e.g., by
pressing the accelerator twice.
▷
Selector lever position D or R is engaged
when the vehicle is stationary.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
▷
Obstacles in the immediate vicinity are de-
tected in front of or behind the vehicle.
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▷
▷
The accelerator pedal is heavily applied,
nearly to the end point.
Functional limitation
Drive-off monitoring is deactivated when the
trailer power socket is occupied or trailer tow-
ing is activated, e.g., when using a trailer or
rear bicycle rack.
The accelerator pedal is immediately ap-
plied after engaging the selector lever posi-
tion and obstacle detection.
Activating/deactivating Drive-Off
Monitoring
Automatic Parking Assistant
To activate/deactivate Drive-Off Monitoring,
go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
"Driver Assistance" / "Parking" / "Drive off
monitoring".
Principle
Automatic Parking Assistant provides support
when parallel parking and parking transverse
to the road.
A Check Control message is displayed where
applicable.
In addition, the system makes it easier to
park out of parallel and perpendicular parking
spaces.
Depending on national-market version, this
system turns on automatically for the next
drive.
The ultrasonic sensors measure both sides of
the vehicle when driving slowly forward. Suita-
ble parking spaces are calculated based on the
objects detected, e.g., parking vehicles. The
system status is displayed.
Canceling reduced drive power
The reduction of the drive power is canceled in
the following situations:
The system calculates the best possible park-
ing line for driving in or out of parking spaces,
and takes control of the vehicle while parking.
▷
▷
The accelerator pedal is released.
After the accelerator pedal has been de-
pressed completely twice.
The operating principle and operation of Park
Assist is divided into the following steps:
▷
A specific distance has been traveled.
▷
▷
▷
▷
Parking space search.
Turning on.
If the reduction in drive power is canceled by
covering a certain distance, the drive power is
released gradually.
Parking.
Driving out of parking spaces.
Display
The parking manoeuver while parking is per-
formed automatically.
As soon as the system engages, an
icon is displayed with a corresponding
message.
When driving out of parallel parking spaces,
the vehicle maneuvers automatically until it
reaches a position where it can be driven out
of the parking space without further steering
movements.
System limits
When driving out of perpendicular parking
spaces, the vehicle is maneuvered out of the
parking space to enable continued driving in
the desired direction.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
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A parking maneuver can be interrupted and
continued manually.
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Settings can be customized as desired, e.g., to
adjust how parking maneuvers are displayed
or to set a sound for suitable parking spaces.
Warning
The Automatic Parking Assistant Professional
increases the comfort and range of uses of
the Automatic Parking Assistant. In addition to
the parking methods of the Automatic Parking
Assistant, parking in parking spaces that are
marked with lines is possible. The parking ma-
neuver can also be performed using Remote
Control Parking on a smartphone.
When using the trailer hitch, the assistance
system cannot react correctly because the
sensors are concealed. There is a risk of ac-
cident, injury, and property damage. Do not
use the driver assistance system while tow-
ing a trailer or when using the trailer hitch,
e.g., for a rear bicycle rack.
Vehicle features and options
This system may not be available in the
owned vehicle, e.g. due to the selected op-
tional equipment, the national-market version
or the option for later enabling and software
updates. This also applies to individual func-
tions of the system.
Warning
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto
curbs. There is a risk of injury and risk of
property damage. Watch surrounding traffic
closely and actively intervene where appro-
priate
For information on whether a function is cur-
rently available in the vehicle or when the func-
tion can be installed in the vehicle, contact an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Parking methods
Park Assist supports the following functions:
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
Safety information
When parallel parking: Parking in reverse, par-
allel to the road.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
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When perpendicular parking: Parking forward
or in reverse, perpendicular to the road.
With Park Assist Professional: Parking in car
parks with parking lines.
Sensors
The Automatic Parking Assistant is controlled
by the following sensors:
▷
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-
ers.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors at the sides.
The Automatic Parking Assistant Professional
is additionally controlled by the following cam-
eras:
When driving out of parallel parking spaces.
▷
▷
▷
Front camera.
Exterior mirror cameras.
Rearview camera.
Functional requirements
Measurement of parking spaces
The following functional requirements apply
when measuring parking spaces:
When driving out of perpendicular parking
spaces.
▷
Driving forward: up to approx.
22 mph/35 km/h.
▷
Maximum distance to row of parked vehi-
cles: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
Suitable parking space
The following functional requirements apply for
suitable parking spaces:
Longitudinal parking:
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▷
▷
Minimum length of detected object, e.g.,
parking vehicle: approx. 3 ft/1 m.
distance to a detected curb is at least 6 in-
ches/15 cm.
Minimum length of gap between two
objects: vehicle length plus approx.
2.6 ft/0.8 m.
▷
The parking space is at least 2.6 ft/0.8 m
longer than the vehicle.
Displays
▷
Minimum depth: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
Perpendicular parking:
General information
▷
▷
▷
Minimum length of detected object, e.g.,
parking vehicle: approx. 3 ft/1 m.
The current status of parking assistance sys-
tems is shown on the right-hand toolbar, on
the instrument cluster, and on the Head-up
display, depending on vehicle equipment.
Minimum width of gap: vehicle width plus
approx. 2.3 ft/0.7 m.
The minimum depth corresponds to your
vehicle's length.
Different icons are shown on the control dis-
play for selecting the parking method.
The depth of perpendicular parking spaces
must be estimated by the driver. Due to
technical limitations, the system is only able
to approximate the depth of perpendicular
parking spaces.
The sequence of the displayed icons corre-
sponds to the prioritized parking option.
The direction of the arrow changes for the
icons for parking methods for driving out of a
parking space.
Parking lines for Park Assist Professional:
Icon
Meaning
▷
The parking space must be clearly marked
with lines.
Reverse lengthwise parking, right.
Reverse lengthwise parking, left.
Reverse perpendicular parking.
Forward perpendicular parking.
▷
The one-time calibration of the camera af-
ter vehicle delivery must be complete. Drive
a few kilometers in daylight to do so.
Parking operation
The following functional requirements apply
when pulling into a parking space:
Turning parking operation display
on/off
When the Automatic Parking Assistant is ac-
tive, the parking operation is displayed in the
camera image on the control display.
▷
▷
The doors and cargo area are closed.
The driver’s seat belt is fastened.
Leaving parking spaces
The following functional requirements apply
when pulling out of a parking space:
To turn the parking maneuver display on/
off, go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Parking" / "Show assistance
information".
▷
The vehicle was parked using the Auto-
matic Parking Assistant, and an object has
been detected in the area around the vehi-
cle.
Turning the signal tone on/off
To turn the signal tone for suitable parking
spaces on/off, go through the menu as follows:
Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
▷
The vehicle was manually parked in re-
verse, and objects have been detected in
the immediate vicinity of the vehicle. The
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"Driver Assistance" / "Parking" / "Sound when
available".
The end of the parking operation is indi-
cated on the control display and in the in-
strument cluster.
Parking using the Automatic
Parking Assistant
5. Adjust the parking position yourself, if
needed.
When parking with Park Assist, you must se-
lect a parking method depending on the avail-
able parking spaces.
Driving out of a parking space using
the Automatic Parking Assistant
1. Switch on drive-ready state to pull out of
the parking space using Park Assist.
1. For the parking space search when driving
past parked vehicles at a speed of up to
approx. 22 mph/35 km/h and a distance of
max. 5 ft/1.5 m.
2.
When your vehicle is stationary,
press the Park Assist key on the center
console or engage reverse gear.
The parking space search is activated
and displayed on the instrument cluster.
The parking assistance systems view is
displayed.
2.
Press the Park Assist key on the
center console or engage reverse gear.
3. On the control display: Select the desired
parking method.
The parking assistance systems view is
displayed.
On the instrument cluster, select the sug-
gested parking method using the knurled
wheel on the steering wheel.
The status of the parking space search and
possible parking spaces are displayed on
the control display and in the instrument
cluster.
4. Follow the instructions on the control dis-
play or in the instrument cluster.
3. On the control display: Select one of the
parking methods offered. You can switch to
another parking maneuver as necessary.
The status symbol for the Automatic
Parking Assistant illuminates green. The
system takes control of the maneuver.
On the instrument cluster, select the sug-
gested parking method using the knurled
wheel on the steering wheel.
The speed can be reduced with the brake.
Other interventions will cancel the system.
A message will be displayed at the end of
the maneuver.
The status symbol for the Automatic
Parking Assistant illuminates green. The
system takes control of the parking opera-
tion.
5. Make sure that the traffic situation permits
driving out of parking space and driving off
as usual.
4. Follow the instructions on the control dis-
play or in the instrument cluster.
The Automatic Parking Assistant is turned
off automatically.
The speed can be reduced with the brake.
Other interventions will cancel the system.
Canceling Automatic Parking
Assistant manually
The Automatic Parking Assistant can be can-
celed manually at any time, e.g.:
Depending on national-market version, an
intermittent or continuous tone sounds for
Park Distance Control.
At the end of the parking operation, selec-
tor lever position P is set.
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▷
▷
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal twice
in succession.
When the system is automatically aborted, se-
lector lever position P is engaged.
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal and
move the steering wheel slightly at the
same time.
A Check Control message is displayed where
applicable.
Continuing the parking operation
If parking or leaving a parking space has been
interrupted, the operation can be continued, if
needed.
▷
Depress the brake pedal and operate the
selector lever at the same time.
The Automatic Parking Assistant is canceled
without engaging selector lever position P.
Driving can continue immediately.
Turn the Automatic Parking Assistant on again
and follow the instructions on the control dis-
play or in the instrument cluster.
Canceling Automatic Parking
Assistant automatically
Park Assist is canceled automatically in situa-
tions such as the following:
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
▷
When the driver grasps the steering wheel
or takes over steering.
▷
When operating the accelerator pedal or
the selector lever.
No parking assistance
The Automatic Parking Assistant does not of-
fer assistance in the following situations:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
When setting the parking brake.
When unfastening the driver's seat belt.
With open cargo area.
▷
▷
▷
▷
In tight curves.
With open hood.
For diagonal parking spaces.
When towing a trailer.
With the doors open.
During activation or intervention by driver
assistance systems.
Automatic Parking Assistant: for parking
spaces that are only marked with lines on
the ground. The system orients itself ac-
cording to objects.
▷
▷
When changing over to another function on
the control display.
When the view on the control display is
overlaid with messages.
▷
For special parking spaces, e.g., metered
parking spaces with automatic locking
mechanisms, or mechanical parking sys-
tems.
▷
▷
▷
On snow-covered or slippery road.
On steep uphill or downhill grades.
When there are obstacles that are hard to
overcome such as curbs.
Functional limitations
Park Assist may be restricted in the following
situations:
▷
▷
▷
When there are obstacles that suddenly ap-
pear.
▷
On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel
roads.
With insufficient distances, which are indi-
cated by Park Distance Control.
▷
▷
On slippery ground.
When a maximum number of parking at-
tempts or the time taken for parking is ex-
ceeded.
On steep uphill or downhill grades.
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▷
▷
▷
▷
With accumulations of leaves/snow in the
parking space.
tional equipment, the national-market version
or the option for later enabling and software
updates. This also applies to individual func-
tions of the system.
In case of changes to an already-measured
parking space.
For information on whether a function is cur-
rently available in the vehicle or when the func-
tion can be installed in the vehicle, contact an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
With ditches or edges, for instance an edge
of a port.
Parking spaces that are not suitable may
be detected or suitable parking spaces may
not be detected at all.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
The Automatic Parking Assistant may not be
operational. Have the vehicle checked by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Safety information
Maneuver Assistant
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
Principle
The Maneuver Assistant provides support for
recurring parking and maneuvering situations.
Parking and maneuvering operations can be
recorded and then carried out automatically by
the system.
A recurring maneuver is driven manually and
thereby recorded.
When the vehicle reaches the activation area
for the distance covered by the stored maneu-
ver, the maneuver can be activated on the con-
trol display or in the instrument cluster.
Warning
When using the trailer hitch, the assistance
system cannot react correctly because the
sensors are concealed. There is a risk of ac-
cident, injury, and property damage. Do not
use the driver assistance system while tow-
ing a trailer or when using the trailer hitch,
e.g., for a rear bicycle rack.
After the activation, the system takes control
of the vehicle and carries out the maneuver
automatically.
In addition, the parking maneuver can be per-
formed using Remote Control Parking on a
smartphone.
Vehicle features and options
This system may not be available in the
owned vehicle, e.g. due to the selected op-
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▷
▷
▷
Front camera.
Warning
Exterior mirror cameras.
Rearview camera.
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto
curbs. There is a risk of injury and risk of
property damage. Watch surrounding traffic
closely and actively intervene where appro-
priate
Functional requirement
To use the Maneuver Assistant, the one-off
calibration process of the camera after vehicle
delivery must be complete. Drive a few kilome-
ters in daylight to do so.
Detection range
Recording maneuver
General information
Up to ten maneuvers can be recorded at differ-
ent locations.
Up to four overlapping maneuvers can be re-
corded.
Identical maneuvers under different ambient
conditions can be recorded such as light condi-
tions.
The detection range for a maneuver is divided
into the following areas:
For each maneuver, a maximum distance cov-
ered of 656 ft/200 m is possible.
▷
Proximity range, arrow 1: the system will
begin with the localization in the back-
ground within a range of approx. 26 ft/8 m
around the distance covered of a stored
maneuver.
In total, a distance covered of approx.
1,969 ft/600 m distributed to the ten possible
maneuvers can be recorded.
▷
▷
Close range, arrow 2: in a range of ap-
prox. 6 ft/2 m around the distance covered,
a stored maneuver can be displayed on the
control display.
Maneuvers with a distance covered of less
than 20 ft/6 m cannot be recorded.
Recording maneuver
1. To record a maneuver, drive the vehicle to
the desired starting point and stop.
Activation range, arrow 3: the stored
maneuver on the control display can be ac-
tivated within a range of approx. 3.5 ft/1 m.
After the activation, the system takes con-
trol of the vehicle and carries out the ma-
neuver automatically.
2.
Press the Park Assist key on the
center console.
The parking assistance systems view is
displayed.
Sensors
3. Select the following function via iDrive:
"Record new path".
The Maneuver Assistant is controlled by the
following sensors:
4. Drive the vehicle to the desired end posi-
tion.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors in the front/rear bump-
ers.
▷
Ultrasonic sensors at the sides.
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"Recording active": The maneuver is re-
corded.
▷
▷
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal twice
in succession.
When recording a route, do not drive faster
than 9 mph/15 km/h.
Step lightly on the accelerator pedal and
move the steering wheel slightly at the
same time.
While recording, the distance covered will
be displayed.
▷
Depress the brake pedal and operate the
selector lever at the same time.
When the maximum distance covered or
the maximum speed is reached, a message
will be displayed and a signal tone will
sound.
The Maneuver Assistant is canceled without
engaging selector lever position P. Driving can
continue immediately.
5. When the vehicle is stationary, select the
Canceling the Maneuver Assistant
automatically
following function via iDrive:
recording".
"Save
The maneuver can be saved with an auto-
matically generated name, or renamed or
discarded.
The Maneuver Assistant is canceled automati-
cally in situations such as the following:
▷
When the driver grasps the steering wheel
or takes over steering.
6. Select the desired action.
▷
When operating the accelerator pedal or
the selector lever.
Performing stored maneuver
1. To perform the stored maneuver, drive the
vehicle into the activation area and stop.
The control display and instrument cluster
indicate that a stored maneuver can be ac-
tivated.
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
When the driver's seat belt is not fastened.
With open cargo area.
With open hood.
With the doors open.
2.
Press the icon to select the stored ma-
neuver.
During activation or intervention by driver
assistance systems.
The status symbol for the Maneuver
Assistant illuminates green. After the acti-
vation, the system takes control of the vehi-
cle and carries out the maneuver automat-
ically. If applicable, follow the instructions
on the control display or in the instrument
cluster.
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When the system limits of the ultrasonic
sensors and cameras are reached.
When changing over to another function on
the control display.
When the view on the control display is
overlaid with messages.
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In case of obstacles.
The speed can be reduced with the brake.
Other interventions will cancel the system.
On snow-covered or slippery road.
When the lane is too narrow.
On steep uphill or downhill grades.
With trailer towing.
At the end of the parking operation, selec-
tor lever position P is set.
Canceling the Maneuver Assistant
manually
The vehicle can be controlled manually during
an active maneuver by taking the following ac-
tions:
In the event of an automatic cancellation of
the system, the vehicle is decelerated to a
complete stop and selector lever position P is
engaged.
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An interrupted maneuver can be continued, if
needed. Turn the Maneuver Assistant on again
and follow the instructions on the control dis-
play or in the instrument cluster.
If the calibration process for the cam-
era is not completed after vehicle deliv-
ery, an icon appears on the display of
the parking assistance systems when reverse
gear is engaged.
Editing stored maneuvers
Maneuvers can be deleted or renamed via
iDrive, individually or collectively.
Tap the icon and follow the instructions on the
control display.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
"Driver Assistance" / "Parking" / "Recorded
paths".
Remote Control Parking
Principle
2. Select the maneuver to be edited.
3. Select the desired action.
With Remote Control Parking, the vehicle can
be driven remotely when parking and maneu-
vering using the Maneuver Assistant and Park
Assist Professional.
System limits
The maneuver is performed independently,
without you having to be inside the vehicle, us-
ing a smartphone and the My BMW App. This
makes it easy to get in and out of the vehicle.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
When parking in a suitable spot, e.g., a garage,
the vehicle's parking position can be corrected
by maneuvering manually with the My BMW
App.
Functional limitations
The Maneuver Assistant does not provide sup-
port when towing a trailer.
A maneuver that has already been started can
be continued at any time with Remote Control
Parking.
System limits can cause functional limitations
such as in the following situations:
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With poor GPS reception.
On steep uphill or downhill grades.
Vehicle features and options
In case of recorded maneuvers where the
system minimum distance to objects can-
not be maintained.
This system may not be available in the
owned vehicle, e.g. due to the selected op-
tional equipment, the national-market version
or the option for later enabling and software
updates. This also applies to individual func-
tions of the system.
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Greatly deviating conditions when storing
and driving the distance covered, for in-
stance other tires or changed ambient con-
ditions like light conditions or weather.
For information on whether a function is cur-
rently available in the vehicle or when the func-
tion can be installed in the vehicle, contact an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
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Delayed display of overlapping stored ma-
neuvers when driving into the activation
area.
In multi-story parking garages, for record-
ings at different parking levels, or for re-
cordings that run over several parking lev-
els.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
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General information
Note the information in the Automatic Parking
Assistant and Maneuver Assistant chapter.
Parking with Remote Control
Parking
1. To perform the parking maneuver with Re-
mote Control Parking, engage selector lever
position P.
Protect the smartphone against unauthorized
use.
2. Leave the vehicle and close the doors and
cargo area.
The low-beam headlights are switched on for
the duration of the maneuver.
3. Open Remote Control Parking in the My
BMW app and maneuver forward or back-
ward, or select the desired parking method.
A parking maneuver offered by Park Assist
Professional is only available for Remote Con-
trol Parking for a short time after exiting the
vehicle.
4. Follow the instructions on the smartphone.
Stop the vehicle manually if obstacles are
present.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
Remote Control Parking:
Depending on the option selected in the My
BMW app, the vehicle is either parked at
the end of the parking maneuver or you can
take control of the vehicle again.
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All occupants have left the vehicle.
The doors and cargo area are closed.
Make sure that no one is located within
range of the maneuver.
System limits
Due to ambient conditions, e.g., impaired Blue-
tooth connection transmission due to external
faults, Remote Control Parking may be inter-
rupted.
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Make sure that no one is located in the nar-
row spaces between the vehicle and sta-
tionary objects, e.g., between the vehicle
and a garage wall.
If the power supply of the vehicle battery is
not sufficiently ensured, e.g., due to excessive
discharge, Remote Control Parking may not
be available. Follow the instructions in the My
BMW App.
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To manually correct the vehicle position on
the My BMW App, the minimum width of
the parking space must be the vehicle width
plus 1.9 ft/0.6 m.
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The smartphone is compatible with Re-
mote Control Parking.
It may not be easy to maneuver into a parking
space. This function is offered on the My BMW
app but cannot be used due to ambient condi-
tions.
The My BMW App must be installed on a
compatible smartphone.
The My BMW App must be linked to a Con-
nectedDrive account.
Back-up assistant
Bluetooth must be enabled on the smart-
phone.
Principle
The distance between vehicle and smart-
phone is no greater than approx. 19 ft/6 m.
The Back-up Assistant helps when reversing,
e.g., when pulling out of tight or unclear park-
ing or road situations.
A valid digital key must be set up for the
vehicle, then recognized without issue.
The vehicle stores the driving movements of
the last distance covered. This stored distance
Additional information:
BMW Digital Key, refer to page 88.
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can be driven in reverse with automated steer-
ing.
Warning
The Reversing Assistant takes control of steer-
ing. The driver must control the speed using
the accelerator and brake pedals.
When using the trailer hitch, the assistance
system cannot react correctly because the
sensors are concealed. There is a risk of ac-
cident, injury, and property damage. Do not
use the driver assistance system while tow-
ing a trailer or when using the trailer hitch,
e.g., for a rear bicycle rack.
With Back-up Assistant: a maximum distance
of 164 ft/50 m is saved.
With Back-up Assistant Professional: a maxi-
mum distance of 656 ft/200 m is saved.
Vehicle features and options
Warning
This system may not be available in the
owned vehicle, e.g. due to the selected op-
tional equipment, the national-market version
or the option for later enabling and software
updates. This also applies to individual func-
tions of the system.
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto
curbs. There is a risk of injury and risk of
property damage. Watch surrounding traffic
closely and actively intervene where appro-
priate
For information on whether a function is cur-
rently available in the vehicle or when the func-
tion can be installed in the vehicle, contact an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
the Reversing Assistant:
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Drive forward without interruption to store
the distance covered.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
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To store the distance covered, do not drive
faster than 22 mph/35 km/h.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
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No trailer towing.
Back-up Assistant Professional: sufficiently
bright light conditions on the saved route.
Safety information
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Back-up Assistant Professional: the cam-
eras on the vehicle must be clean and clear.
Reversing Assistant Professional: The one-
off calibration of the camera after vehicle
delivery must be complete. Drive a few kilo-
meters in daylight to do so.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
the traffic situation. Based on the limits of
the system, it cannot independently react to
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch the
surrounding traffic situation closely, be ready
to take over steering and braking at any time,
and actively intervene where appropriate.
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Bring up the following menu via iDrive:
"Cancel".
Driving in reverse with automated
steering
1. To reverse with automatic steering, switch
on drive-ready state.
Press the Park Assist key on the
center console.
Canceling the Back-up Assistant
automatically
The Reversing Assistant is canceled automati-
cally in situations such as the following:
2.
When your vehicle is stationary,
press the Park Assist key on the center
console or engage reverse gear.
The parking assistance systems view is
displayed.
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When the driver grasps the steering wheel
or takes over steering.
3. Bring up the following menu via iDrive:
"Start back-up Assistant".
When shifting from reverse gear to another
selector lever position.
The length of the distance covered is dis-
played on the control display and in the in-
strument cluster.
During activation or intervention by driver
assistance systems.
If applicable, follow the instructions on the
control display or in the instrument cluster.
When exiting the stored lane when revers-
ing, for instance with maximum steering-
wheel angle.
4. Take your hands off the steering wheel and
carefully drive in reverse with the accelera-
tor pedal and the brake.
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When the view on the control display is
overlaid with messages.
The status symbol for the Back-up As-
sistant illuminates green. The system takes
over the steering.
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In case of a slippery surface.
When the vehicle is rolling such as on a
slope.
When driving in reverse, observe the vehi-
cle's surroundings.
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In case of changed ambient conditions.
When the trailer power socket is occupied
or when trailer towing is activated.
In case of obstacles, stop immediately and
take over control of the vehicle. Follow the
instructions for Park Distance Control.
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If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
6 mph/10 km/h.
5. Right before the end of the stored distance
covered, a signal tone will sound and a
message is displayed.
Reversing Assistant Professional: if sensor
functionality is limited beyond approx. 164
ft/50 m.
Stop no later than when normal road traffic
is reached and take control of the vehicle
such as by shifting to forward gear.
System limits
Speed threshold
The maximum speed when reversing is limited
to approx. 6 mph/10 km/h.
Canceling the Back-up Assistant
manually
The assisted reversing by the Back-up Assis-
tant can be canceled manually:
A warning is issued at a speed of approx.
4 mph/7 km/h.
If the maximum speed is exceeded, the func-
tion is interrupted.
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Functional limitations
Different influences can lead to side deviations
when driving the stored distance covered in re-
verse. For example, this includes the following
factors:
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Steering movements when the vehicle is
stationary while storing the distance cov-
ered.
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The speed is not adapted to the distance
covered.
Certain road characteristics such as gradi-
ents, inclines or slippery road surface.
Greatly deviating conditions when storing
and driving the route, for instance other
tires or changed ambient conditions like
weather.
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Light conditions changed for Back-up As-
sistant Professional.
Also follow the information on system limits in
the "Parking assistance systems" chapter.
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