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Vehicle features and options Airbags
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.
Principle
The airbag system provides additional protec-
tion in the event of an accident, especially if the
seat belt is worn correctly.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Overview
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Front airbag, driver
Front airbag, front passenger
Head airbag
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5
Side airbag
Knee airbag
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Front airbags
Side airbag
In the event of a side collision, the side airbag
protects the side of the body in the chest and
lap area.
The front airbag helps protect the driver and
front passenger in the event of a frontal impact
in which the seat belts alone would not provide
adequate protection.
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Always grasp the steering wheel on the
steering wheel rim. Hold hands at the
3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions to keep
the risk of injuring hands or arms as low as
possible when the airbag deploys.
Head airbag
In the event of a side collision, the head airbag
protects the head.
Ejection Mitigation
Adjust seat and steering wheel so that
hands can cross over the steering wheel.
Select the settings so that the shoulder
rests against the backrest when crossing
the hands and the upper body is as far
back as possible while still maintaining a
comfortable grip on the steering wheel.
The head airbag system is designed as an
ejection mitigation countermeasure to reduce
the likelihood of ejections of vehicle occupants
through side windows during rollovers or side
collision events.
Knee airbag
The availability of the knee airbag depends on
the national-market version.
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Make sure that the front passenger is sit-
ting correctly, i.e., with their feet and legs in
the footwell, not resting on the dashboard.
The knee airbag protects the legs in the event
of a frontal impact.
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Make sure that occupants keep their heads
away from the side airbag.
There should be no additional persons, an-
imals or objects between an airbag and a
person.
Protective effect
General information
Airbags are not deployed in every impact sit-
uation, e.g., in less severe accidents.
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Keep the dashboard and windshield on the
passenger's side clear, i.e., do not cover
with adhesive film or other coating, and do
not attach mounts for, e.g., navigation devi-
ces or mobile phones.
Information on optimum protective
effect of the airbags
Do not bond the airbag cover panels with
adhesive, do not cover them, and do not
modify them in any way.
Warning
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Do not use the front passenger's side air-
bag cover for storage.
If the seat position is incorrect, the seat
belts are fastened incorrectly or the deploy-
ment area of the airbags is impaired, the
airbag system cannot provide protection as
intended and may cause additional injuries
due to deployment. There is a risk of injury
or danger to life. Follow the information on
achieving the optimum protective effect of the
airbag system.
Keep storage compartments near the air-
bags closed, e.g., glove compartment or
center armrest.
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Do not place slip covers, seat cushions,
or other objects on the front seats unless
they are specifically designed for seats with
integrated airbags.
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Do not hang pieces of clothing such as
jackets over the backrests.
To ensure that the airbag system has the opti-
mal protective effect, note the following:
Do not modify individual components or
wiring. This also applies to the dashboard,
steering wheel covers, and seats.
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Keep a distance from the airbags.
Fasten seat belts correctly.
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Do not disassemble the airbag system.
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Even when all instructions are followed closely,
the airbags may still cause injury upon contact
in certain situations.
Malfunction
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The airbag system warning light on
the instrument cluster does not il-
luminate when drive-ready state is
on.
The ignition and inflation noise may lead
to short-term and, in most cases, temporary
hearing impairment in sensitive occupants.
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The airbag system warning light on the in-
strument cluster illuminates continuously.
Vehicle modifications for a person with disabil-
ities may affect the air bag system; contact
BMW Customer Relations for further informa-
tion.
The airbag system or the seat belt tension-
ers may not be operational. Have the vehicle
checked immediately by an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Additional warnings and information on the
airbags are also found on the sun visors.
Operational readiness of the airbag
system
Setting the front seat positions
The power that deploys the driver's/front
passenger airbags depends on the position of
the driver's/front passenger seat.
Safety information
To maintain the accuracy of this function, cali-
brate the electrical front seats as soon as a re-
spective message appears on the control dis-
play.
Warning
Individual components can be hot after de-
ployment of the airbag system. There is a risk
of injury. Do not touch individual components.
Additional information:
Seats, refer to page 101.
Warning
Deactivating the front
passenger airbag
automatically
Improperly executed work can lead to failure,
malfunction or unintentional deployment of
the airbag system. In the case of a malfunc-
tion, the airbag system might not deploy as
intended despite the accident severity. There
is a risk of injury or danger to life. Have the
airbag system checked, repaired, disassem-
bled, and scrapped by an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Principle
The automatic front passenger airbag deacti-
vation system can detect if the front passenger
seat is occupied.
The front passenger airbag is activated or de-
activated accordingly.
Display in the instrument cluster
The airbag system warning light on the
instrument cluster illuminates briefly
when drive-ready state is turned on,
thus indicating the operational readiness of the
entire airbag system and seat belt tensioners.
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as flat as possible against the rear seat
backrest.
Safety information
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Observe the maximum size of the child re-
straint system, for example to avoid possi-
ble touching the roof.
Warning
To ensure the front passenger airbag func-
tion, the system must be able to detect
whether a person is sitting in the front pass-
enger seat. The entire seat surface must be
used for this purpose. There is a risk of injury
or danger to life. Make sure that the front
passenger keeps his or her feet in the foot-
well.
Before transporting a child on the front pass-
enger seat, refer to the safety information and
instructions in the section “Children on the
front passenger seat”.
Additional information:
Install child restraint systems, refer to page 114.
Indicator light, front passenger
airbag
The front passenger airbag indicator light in
the headliner shows the operating state of the
front passenger airbag.
Functional requirements
To ensure that occupants on the front pass-
enger seat are detected properly, the following
functional requirements apply:
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Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats
or other items to the front passenger seat
unless they are specifically determined to
be safe for use on the front passenger seat.
The indicator light shows whether the airbag is
activated or deactivated.
After drive-ready state is turned on, the indi-
cator light illuminates briefly and then shows
whether the airbag is activated or deactivated.
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Do not place objects under the seat that
can press against the seat from below.
Display
Function
Sit upright in the seat with the back against
the backrest.
The indicator light is contin-
uously illuminated when the
seat is not occupied or when a
child is detected on the seat in
a provided child restraint sys-
tem as intended. The airbag
on the front passenger's side
is not activated.
Sit down with your feet touching the floor.
Installing child restraint systems
To ensure that occupants on the front pass-
enger seat are detected properly, note the fol-
lowing:
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When using child restraint systems, pay
close attention to the operating and safety
instructions provided by the child restraint
system manufacturer.
The indicator light does not il-
luminate when, for instance, a
correctly seated person of suf-
ficient size is detected on the
seat. The airbag on the front
passenger's side is activated.
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Make sure that the seat surface of the child
restraint system rests as flat as possible on
the seat surface.
Move the head restraint up or remove it to
ensure that the child restraint system rests
When the front passenger seat is occupied,
check the indicator light in the headliner before
and while driving.
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The Traffic Light And Sign Warning, refer to
page 192.
Fault of the automatic deactivation
system
For adolescents and adults, the front pass-
enger airbag may deactivate in certain seat
positions. In this case, the indicator light for
the front passenger airbag illuminates in the
headliner.
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The wrong way warning, refer to page 194.
No Turn on Red function, refer to page 195.
The Emergency Stop Assistant, refer to
page 196.
The Intelligent Safety Systems can be acti-
vated or deactivated on the control display.
Some functions, e.g., warning times, can be
configured.
In this case, change the seat position so that
the front passenger airbag activates and the
indicator light goes out.
If it is not possible to establish the desired con-
dition, have the person sit in the rear seat.
Safety information
Occupancy detection
Warning
The occupant detection system satisfies the
legal requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard FMVSS 208 and deactivates
the front passenger airbag under certain con-
ditions.
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.
Collision warning systems
Principle
The Intelligent Safety systems can help pre-
vent an impending collision. To do so, the area
around the vehicle is monitored by various
sensors.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal judgment.
Due to its limits, the system may not issue
warnings or responses, or these may be is-
sued late or in a manner that is not consis-
tent with their normal use. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Depending on vehicle equipment, various
safety and warning systems are available:
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Forward Collision Mitigation with brake in-
tervention, refer to page 171.
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The exit warning, refer to page 181.
The Lane Departure Warning, refer to
page 183.
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The Lane Change Warning, refer to
page 186.
The side collision warning, refer to
page 189.
Sensors
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Intelli-
gent Safety systems are controlled by the fol-
lowing sensors:
The rear-cCollision warning, refer to
page 191.
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Camera behind the windshield.
Front radar sensor.
Detection capability
The detection capability of the collision warn-
ing systems is limited.
Side radar sensors, front.
Side radar sensors, rear.
The system only takes into account objects
that are located in the detection range of the
installed sensors and are detected by the sys-
tem.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
is monitored by cameras or radar sensors.
Thus, a system response might not come or
might come late.
Activating/deactivating/adjusting
Intelligent Safety systems
1. To activate/deactivate Intelligent Safety
systems or configure settings, go through
the menu as follows: Apps menu /
System limits of the sensors
The Intelligent Safety systems may be re-
stricted by the system limits of the sensors.
"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings".
2. Select the desired settings.
Additional information:
Depending on national-market version, some
Intelligent Safety Systems are automatically
activated whenever you start driving.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
Forward Collision Mitigation
with brake intervention
Resetting the settings
The settings of the collision warning systems
can be reset to the default settings at vehicle
outbound delivery.
Principle
Forward Collision Mitigation with brake inter-
vention can help to prevent accidents within a
certain speed range. To do so, the area around
the vehicle is monitored by various sensors.
Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Reset
to recommended settings".
If an accident cannot be avoided, the system
can help reduce the severity of the accident.
The system can issue a warning of a possible
risk of collision and activate the brakes inde-
pendently, if needed. You can cancel automatic
brake intervention manually, e.g., by actively
moving the steering wheel.
System limits
Safety information
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.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Forward
Collision Mitigation system includes the follow-
ing functions:
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The Rear-end collision warning function,
refer to page 174.
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The oncoming traffic warning function, refer
to page 175.
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The oncoming traffic warning function
when turning, refer to page 176.
Sensors
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Forward
Collision Mitigation system is controlled by the
following sensors:
The pedestrian warning function, refer to
page 177.
The intersection warning function, refer to
page 179.
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Camera behind the windshield.
Front radar sensor.
The Evasion Assistant, refer to page 180.
Side radar sensors, front.
Forward Collision Mitigation can be activated
or deactivated on the control display. You can
also configure the warning time. Depending on
the detected risk of collision, various indicator
lights and warning lights are displayed on the
instrument cluster.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
Speed range
The Forward Collision Mitigation system is-
sues a warning for a possible risk of collision
at speeds above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.
Safety information
If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is deactivated
temporarily.
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.
Some functions are deactivated earlier.
The system is enabled as soon as the speed
drops below this value again.
Activating/deactivating the Forward
Collision Mitigation
Automatic activation of system
Depending on national-market version, the
Forward Collision Mitigation is automatically
activated whenever you start driving.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal judgment.
Due to its limits, the system may not issue
warnings or responses, or these may be is-
sued late or in a manner that is not consis-
tent with their normal use. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Activating the system manually
The Forward Collision Mitigation is activated
by setting the warning time.
Additional information:
Set the warning time for Forward Collision Miti-
gation, refer to page 173.
Deactivating the system manually
Depending on national-market version, you
must significantly reduce your vehicle's speed
or stop your vehicle in order to deactivate
the Forward Collision Mitigation manually. For-
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ward Collision Mitigation is deactivated via
iDrive.
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Meaning
Risk of collision, e.g., with a vehicle
crossing from the right.
You may need to successively confirm deacti-
vation on the control display.
Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
"Driver Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" /
"Forward Collision Mitigation" / "Off".
Risk of collision, e.g., with a vehicle
crossing from the left.
General risk of collision.
Setting the warning time for
Forward Collision Mitigation
You can configure the warning time at which
Forward Collision Mitigation should issue a
warning.
Indicator lights and warning lights may be
displayed differently since the system has de-
tected multiple objects.
1. Go through the menu as follows:
Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
Warning function
The Forward Collision Mitigation warns on dif-
ferent warning levels, depending on the re-
spective hazardous situation.
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and
warnings" / "Forward Collision Mitigation".
2. Select the desired setting.
In the event of a prewarning, a warning light
illuminates red. In the event of an acute warn-
ing, a warning light flashes red and a warning
tone sounds.
The more sensitive the warning time is set to
be, the more warnings will be displayed. The
system can therefore also issue more early or
unfounded warnings and reactions.
In the event of a system warning, the driver
must intervene immediately and in accordance
with the situation.
The system checks for visual impairments. De-
pending on the vehicle equipment, the Driver
Attention Camera in the instrument cluster
captures the driver’s field of vision. Visibility
and gaze behavior also affect the timing of
warnings.
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Red warning light illuminates:
A hazardous situation has been detected.
Increased awareness is required.
Red warning light flashes:
Display in the instrument cluster
There is a risk of collision. Intervene imme-
diately.
Forward Collision Mitigation is shown on the
instrument cluster and, depending on vehicle
equipment, Head-up display by various indica-
tor lights and warning lights:
A warning signal sounds:
There is a risk of collision. Intervene imme-
diately.
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Meaning
Automatic brake intervention:
Depending on the equipment and situation
in case of risk of imminent collision, the
system can also intervene with an auto-
matic brake intervention and automatically
decelerate the vehicle, if necessary, to a
complete stop.
Risk of collision with a person, e.g., a
pedestrian.
Risk of collision, for instance with an
oncoming or a vehicle driving ahead.
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When the brake pedal is depressed quickly and
hard, the maximum brake power of the vehicle
is used.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
is monitored by cameras or radar sensors.
Thus, a system response might not come or
might come late.
Automatic brake intervention
If there is a risk of collision, the Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation system can assist with an auto-
matic brake intervention, if necessary.
System limits of the sensors
Forward Collision Mitigation may be restricted
by the system limits of the sensors.
Additional information:
When the vehicle is traveling at a low speed,
the vehicle may come to a complete stop.
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
A brake intervention can be canceled by de-
pressing the accelerator pedal with sufficient
force, releasing the brake pedal, or by actively
steering.
Functional limitations
The Forward Collision Mitigation system may
be limited in the following situations:
Depending on the equipment and situation,
the brake intervention can occur up to approx.
155 mph/250 km/h.
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In tight curves.
With limitation of the driving stability control
systems.
At speeds above approx. 130 mph/210 km/h,
only a brief brake intervention will occur.
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Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
Also, do not use Forward Collision Mitigation
when towing.
System limits
Safety information
Warning function in rear-end
collision situations
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.
Principle
The rear-end collision function warns you of a
possible collision risk by displaying a warning
light on the instrument cluster. This system
also brakes automatically when necessary.
You can cancel automatic brake intervention
manually, e.g., by actively moving the steering
wheel.
Detection capability
The detection capability of the Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation is restricted.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
The time of warnings may vary depending on
the current driving situation.
The system only takes into account objects
that are located in the detection range of the
installed sensors and are detected by the sys-
tem.
The system considers the driver’s vehicle han-
dling when responding. If an active driving
style is detected, warnings and brake interven-
tions occur less frequently.
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System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Detection range
With the rear-end collision warning function,
the following may not be detected or may be
detected only with a delay in the detection
range of the sensors, e.g.:
The sensors detect the traffic situation in their
detection range.
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Preceding vehicle driving slowly and being
approached at high speed.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of
you, or strongly decelerating vehicles.
Vehicles with unusual rear designs.
Speed range
The rear-end collision warning function is acti-
vated when your vehicle speed is greater than
approx. 3 mph/5 km/h.
Warning function for
oncoming traffic
Display in the instrument cluster
Principle
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is shown on the instru-
ment cluster and Head-up display, depending
on vehicle equipment.
The oncoming traffic warning function warns
you of a possible risk of collision with oncom-
ing traffic by displaying a warning light on the
instrument cluster. This system also brakes
automatically when necessary. You can cancel
automatic brake intervention manually, e.g., by
actively moving the steering wheel.
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Meaning
Forward Collision Warning with a de-
tected vehicle.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
General risk of collision.
The time of warnings may vary depending on
the current driving situation.
Warning function
The rear-end collision warning function issues
warnings on different levels, depending on
the respective hazard situation. This system
prompts the driver to intervene manually.
Additional information:
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 171.
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Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 171.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Detection range
The sensors detect the traffic situation in their
detection range.
With the oncoming traffic warning function, the
following may not be detected or may be de-
tected only with a delay in the detection range
of the sensors, e.g.:
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
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Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.
Vehicles with an unusual front view.
Speed range
The oncoming traffic warning is activated
when your vehicle speed is greater than ap-
prox. 3 mph/5 km/h.
Warning function for turning
with oncoming traffic
Principle
Display in the instrument cluster
The warning function for turning with oncom-
ing traffic warns you of a possible risk of col-
lision with oncoming traffic by displaying a
warning light on the instrument cluster. This
system also brakes automatically when nec-
essary. You can cancel automatic brake inter-
vention manually, e.g., by actively moving the
steering wheel.
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is shown on the instru-
ment cluster and Head-up display, depending
on vehicle equipment.
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Meaning
Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-
hicle is detected.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
General risk of collision.
The time of warnings may vary depending on
the current driving situation.
Warning function
The oncoming traffic warning function issues
warnings on different levels, depending on
the respective hazard situation. This system
prompts the driver to intervene manually.
In case of a possible risk of collision, a brake
intervention is triggered.
Additional information:
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Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 171.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Detection range
The sensors detect the traffic situation in their
detection range.
With the warning function for turning with on-
coming traffic, the following may not be de-
tected or may be detected only with a delay in
the detection range of the sensors, e.g.:
Safety information
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Oncoming vehicles at a very high speed.
Vehicles that are hidden by other vehicles.
Vehicles with an unusual front view.
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
Speed range
The warning function for turning is activated
when your vehicle speed is greater than ap-
prox. 3 mph/5 km/h.
Warning function for
pedestrians
This system reacts when your vehicle speed is
less than approx. 15 mph/25 km/h.
Principle
The Pedestrian Warning system warns you of
a possible risk of collision with pedestrians and
cyclists by displaying a warning light on the
instrument cluster. This system also brakes
automatically when necessary. You can cancel
automatic brake intervention manually, e.g., by
actively moving the steering wheel.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is shown on the instru-
ment cluster and Head-up display, depending
on vehicle equipment.
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Meaning
The system issues warnings for speeds that
are common in towns and cities.
Oncoming traffic warning when a ve-
hicle is detected.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The warning function for turning with oncom-
ing traffic issues warnings on different levels,
depending on the respective hazard. This sys-
tem prompts the driver to intervene manually.
Additional information:
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Meaning
Risk of collision with a person, e.g., a
pedestrian.
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The sensors detect the traffic situation in their
detection range on a straight road.
The Pedestrian Warning system issues warn-
ings on different levels, depending on the
respective hazard situation. This system
prompts the driver to intervene manually.
Additional information:
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 171.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
In addition, the sensors detect the traffic situa-
tion in their detection range when turning.
Detection range
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
Speed range
The Pedestrian Warning function is activated
when your vehicle speed is greater than ap-
prox. 3 mph/5 km/h.
Depending on vehicle equipment, this system
reacts when your vehicle speed is less than
approx. 50 mph/80 km/h.
With the Pedestrian Warning, the sensor de-
tection range consists of the following:
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From area in front of vehicle, arrow 1.
Display in the instrument cluster
If vehicle is equipped with front, side radar
sensors, side areas, arrows 2.
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
pedestrian or cyclist, a warning light is shown
on the instrument cluster and Head-up display,
depending on vehicle equipment.
The following situations may not be detected,
for instance:
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Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
Pedestrians that are not detected as such
because of their contour or posture.
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Pedestrians who are too small for the sen-
sors to detect.
Speed range
The Intersection Warning is activated when
your vehicle speed is greater than approx.
3 mph/5 km/h.
Warning function at
intersections
The system responds to crossing vehicles
when the vehicle speed is below approx.
50 mph/80 km/h.
Principle
The Intersection Warning function warns you
of a possible risk of collision with crossing
traffic by displaying a warning light on the in-
strument cluster. This system also brakes au-
tomatically when necessary. You can cancel
automatic brake intervention manually, e.g., by
actively moving the steering wheel.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle, a warning light is shown on the instru-
ment cluster and Head-up display, depending
on vehicle equipment.
Icon
Meaning
At intersections and junctions, this system is-
sues warnings for speeds that are common in
towns and cities.
Risk of collision with vehicle crossing
from the right.
In the event of an accident, the system helps
by reducing impact speed.
Risk of collision with vehicle crossing
from the left.
The time of warnings may vary depending on
the current driving situation.
General risk of collision.
Warning function
The Intersection Warning system issues warn-
ings on different levels, depending on the
respective hazard. This system prompts the
driver to intervene manually.
Additional information:
The sensors detect the traffic situation in their
detection range.
Forward Collision Mitigation, refer to page 171.
Vehicles crossing your driving direction can be
detected by the system as soon as these vehi-
cles enter into detection range of the sensors.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
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Detection range
Safety information
With the Intersection Warning function, the fol-
lowing may not be detected or may be de-
tected only with a delay in the detection range
of the sensors, e.g.:
Follow the safety information in Chapter “For-
ward Collision Mitigation”.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
the Evasion Assistant:
▷
Crossing vehicles when they are hidden,
e.g. by buildings.
▷
▷
Vehicles with an unusual side view.
▷
▷
Forward Collision Mitigation is active.
Vehicles in highly dynamic driving situa-
tions.
Sensors have detected sufficient clearance
around the vehicle.
Speed range
The Evasion Assistant helps the driver
when the vehicle speed is between approx.
19 mph/30 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h.
Evasion Assistant
Principle
The Evasion Assistant can help the driver per-
form evasive maneuvers in certain situations,
e.g., when obstacles or pedestrians appear
suddenly. This system intervenes actively to
assist the driver if it is possible to make an
evasive maneuver to the side.
Display in the instrument cluster
If there is a risk of collision with a detected
vehicle or person, e.g., a pedestrian, a warning
light is shown on the instrument cluster and
Head-up display, depending on vehicle equip-
ment.
If the system detects sufficient free space
alongside the vehicle, it helps the driver per-
form an evasive maneuver safely.
Icon
Meaning
The system warns the driver of a possible risk
of collision by displaying various warning lights
on the instrument cluster.
Warning when a vehicle is detected.
Risk of collision with a pedestrian.
Risk of collision with unknown obsta-
cle.
Warning function with evasion
support
If the vehicle approaches another object at a
high differential speed, a warning is displayed
if there is an immediate risk of collision.
The sensors monitor and detect the clearance
in front of the vehicle. Depending on the vehi-
cle equipment, the areas next to the vehicle
are also monitored.
Intervene in case of a warning.
The system is designed to provide assistance
during evasive maneuvers when there is a risk
of collision.
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A message in the instrument cluster and, de-
pending on the equipment, in the Head-up dis-
play signals the evasion support.
A possible risk of collision is indicated by var-
ious warnings, e.g., warning light on the exte-
rior mirror and a warning tone.
The warning light in the exterior mirror gives
warnings at different levels.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Forward Colli-
sion Mitigation" chapter.
Detection range
With the Evasion Assistant, the following may
not be detected in the sensor detection range,
e.g.:
▷
Preceding vehicle driving slowly and being
approached at high speed.
The sensors monitor the area behind the vehi-
cle.
▷
Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of
you, or strongly decelerating vehicles.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
around the vehicle in front of the vehicle is
monitored as well.
▷
▷
▷
▷
Vehicles with unusual rear designs.
Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.
Partially covered pedestrians or bikes.
The Exit Warning can be activated or deacti-
vated on the control display.
The warning function can also be configured
depending on national-market version.
Pedestrians that are not detected as such
because of their contour or posture.
▷
Pedestrians who are too small for the sen-
sors to detect.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
Functional limitation
This system is deactivated when the trailer
power socket is occupied or trailer towing is
activated, e.g., when using a trailer or rear bi-
cycle rack.
Sensors
The Exit Warning is controlled by the following
sensors:
▷
▷
Side radar sensors, rear.
Depending on whether vehicle is equipped
with side front radar sensors.
Exit warning
Principle
The exit warning helps to avoid accidents.
Activating/deactivating the exit
warning
The system monitors the vehicle's surround-
ings for a limited time after you get in or park.
When opening doors, vehicle occupants are
then warned if a risk of collision with an ap-
proaching object is detected.
Automatic activation of system
The exit warning activates automatically
whenever you start driving if this function was
switched on when you completed your last trip.
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Deactivating the system manually
Displays
1. To deactivate the Exit Warning, go through
the menu as follows: Apps menu /
"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Exit
warning".
Warning light in exterior mirror
2. Select the desired setting.
Depending on national-market version, this
system activates automatically at the start of
every drive.
Configuring the exit warning
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision with a detected vehicle.
1. To configure the Exit Warning, go through
the menu as follows: Apps menu /
"Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Exit
warning".
Ambient light
Depending on the equipment, warnings are
also indicated by the ambient light in the inte-
rior.
2. Select the desired setting.
Depending on national-market version, it may
not be possible to configure the warning func-
tion.
Warning function
Turning the warning signal on/off
Prewarning
To turn the Exit Warning tone on/off,
go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Exit
warning" / "Warning tone".
In the event of a prewarning for the Exit Warn-
ing, the warning light on the exterior mirror il-
luminates. Depending on the equipment, the
ambient light also flashes.
An object was detected in the opening area of
the doors. Increased awareness is required.
Depending on national-market version, the
warning tone cannot be turned off.
Acute warning
In the event of an acute Exit Warning, the
warning light on the exterior mirror flashes, as
does the ambient light, depending on vehicle
equipment. In addition, a warning tone sounds.
There is a risk of collision when opening the
doors.
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System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Detection range
With the Exit Warning, the following may not
be identified in the sensor detection range,
e.g.:
The sensors detect the traffic situation in their
detection range.
▷
▷
▷
Fully or partially hidden objects.
Stationary or very slow objects.
Pedestrians.
The Lane Departure Warning can be activated,
deactivated and set on the control display.
Various warning functions from this system
help the driver keep their vehicle in their lane.
Functional limitations
The exit warning system may be restricted in
the following situations:
If you set your turn signal for the correspond-
ing direction before leaving your lane, no warn-
ings are displayed.
▷
The speed of an approaching vehicle is too
fast or too slow.
Safety information
▷
▷
In curves.
In case of fully or partially hidden objects.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
road and traffic situations. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate Do not jerk the steering
wheel in response to a warning.
Lane Departure Warning
with active return
Principle
The Lane Departure Warning system with ac-
tive return alerts the driver when their vehicle is
about to leave the road or lane.
An automatic steering intervention helps to
keep the vehicle in its lane.
Warning
Indicators and warnings cannot serve as a
substitute for the driver’s personal judgment.
Due to its limits, the system may not issue
warnings or responses, or these may be is-
sued late or in a manner that is not consis-
tent with their normal use. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions. Watch sur-
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rounding traffic closely and actively intervene
where appropriate
Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Lane
Departure Warning" / "Off".
Functional requirement
For the Lane Departure Warning to activate,
the camera must detect the lane boundary.
Setting Lane Departure Warning
The Lane Departure Warning menu can be
used to configure this function and specify
when it should issue warnings.
Speed range
The Lane Departure Warning is activated
when your vehicle exceeds a given minimum
speed. The minimum speed is country-specific
and displayed on the control display.
1. Go through the menu as follows:
Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and
warnings" / "Lane Departure Warning".
2. Select the desired setting.
Sensors
▷
"Expanded"
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Lane
Departure Warning system is controlled by the
following sensors:
If the system detects that your vehicle
is about to leave your lane or cross a
lane marking, a warning is issued. The
system performs a steering intervention.
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windshield.
Front radar sensor.
▷
"In dangerous situations"
Side radar sensors, front.
A warning is issued if the system de-
tects that the vehicle is about to inad-
vertently cross a lane marking, or if the
sensors detect an oncoming vehicle. A
steering intervention is performed.
Activating/deactivating the Lane
Departure Warning
Automatic activation of system
Depending on national-market version, the
system is automatically activated whenever
you start driving.
Depending on national-market version,
with continuous lane markings: If the
system detects that your vehicle is
about to inadvertently leave your lane
or cross a lane marking, a warning is
issued. A steering intervention is per-
formed.
Activating the system manually
The Lane Departure Warning is activated by
setting the warning time.
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
1. To adjust the steering wheel vibration
intensity, go through the menu as fol-
lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Feedback
via steering wheel" / "Vibration intensity".
Additional information:
Configuring the Lane Departure Warning, refer
to page 184.
Deactivating the system manually
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, you must successively confirm
deactivation of the Lane Departure Warning on
the control display.
2. Select the desired setting.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
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▷
▷
Steering intervention.
Warning tone.
Depending on national-market
version: activate/deactivate steering
intervention
Depending on national-market version, the
Lane Departure Warning steering intervention
can be activated or deactivated.
Steering wheel vibration
If you leave the lane and if a lane boundary
has been detected, the steering wheel vibrates
in accordance with the steering wheel vibration
setting.
Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Lane
Departure Warning" / "Steering intervention".
Additionally, a light is displayed on the instru-
ment cluster.
When the turn signal is switched on in the cor-
responding direction before changing the lane,
a warning is not issued.
Depending on the national-market version, the
steering intervention is automatically active af-
ter every driving off.
Steering intervention
Display in the instrument cluster
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version: The Lane Departure Warning
system may intervene with an active steer-
ing intervention in addition to vibration if
you cross a lane marking at speeds up to
130 mph/210 km/h. The system supports the
driver in keeping the vehicle within the lane.
The steering intervention can be noticed on
the steering wheel and can be manually over-
ridden at any time.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, different warnings are dis-
played on the instrument cluster for the Lane
Departure Warning.
Icon
Meaning
Indicator light flashes green: System
is actively issuing a warning. If neces-
sary, the system performs a steering
intervention.
During an active steering intervention, a light is
displayed on the instrument cluster.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, information for the system is
displayed in the Assisted View of the instru-
ment cluster.
For instance, the steering intervention will be
suppressed in the following situations:
▷
▷
▷
▷
With hard accelerating or braking.
When flashing.
Additional information:
Assisted View, refer to page 147.
With hazard warning system switched on.
In driving situation with high driving dynam-
ics.
Warning function
▷
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
General information
Different warnings are issued by the Lane De-
parture Warning system, depending on situa-
tion and speed:
▷
▷
While Dynamic Stability Control is limited.
Immediately following a steering interven-
tion by the vehicle systems.
▷
Indicator lights and warning lights on the
instrument cluster.
▷
Vibration of steering wheel.
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Additional information:
End of warning
Driving with trailer or rear carrier, refer to
page 315.
The warning or active steering intervention will
be canceled in the following situations, for ex-
ample:
System limits
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
Automatically after a few seconds.
When returning to your own lane.
With hard accelerating or braking.
With hazard warning system switched on.
When flashing.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Functional limitations
The Lane Departure Warning system may be
restricted in the following situations:
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
▷
Immediately following a steering interven-
tion by the vehicle systems.
▷
▷
In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun-
daries such as in construction areas.
▷
▷
With manual steering intervention.
When another driver assistance system is
activated, if applicable.
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
▷
▷
When no lane markings are detected.
When the system limits are reached.
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
Warning signal
▷
▷
▷
▷
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
A warning tone sounds if the driver does
not actively steer after the Lane Departure
Warning system has performed multiple active
steering interventions within one minute.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
In addition, a Check Control message is dis-
played.
While Dynamic Stability Control regulates
driving stability.
The warning tone and Check Control message
advise the driver to pay closer attention to their
lane.
While Dynamic Stability Control is limited.
A Check Control message may be displayed
on the instrument cluster when this system is
not functioning properly. A yellow warning light
also illuminates on the instrument cluster, de-
pending on national-market version.
The longer warning tone is stopped if the
driver takes control of the steering.
With trailer towing
When the Lane Departure Warning is acti-
vated, no steering intervention is performed if
the trailer power socket is occupied or trailer
towing is activated, e.g., when using a trailer.
Active Blind Spot Detection
with active return
If using a rear carrier, e.g., a rear bicycle rack,
on the trailer hitch, this restriction does not
apply when trailer towing is activated on the
control display.
Principle
The Lane Change Warning system with active
return detects vehicles in your blind spot or ve-
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hicles approaching from behind in the adjacent
lane.
Speed range
Active Blind Spot Detection is activated when
your vehicle exceeds a given minimum speed.
The minimum speed is country-specific and
displayed in the Active Blind Spot Detection
menu.
An automatic steering intervention helps to
keep the vehicle in its lane.
A possible risk of collision is indicated by vari-
ous warnings, e.g., signaled by warning light
on the exterior mirror.
When turning at a speed of up to approx.
12 mph/20 km/h, the steering wheel will not
vibrate.
This system is temporarily deactivated
at speeds greater than approx.
155 mph/250 km/h.
If the vehicle speed falls below approx.
155 mph/250 km/h, the system is reactivated.
Activating/deactivating the Lane
Change Warning
1. To activate/deactivate Active Blind Spot
Detection, go through the menu as fol-
lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and
warnings" / "Active Blind Spot Detection".
The sensors monitor the area behind and next
to the vehicle.
The system indicates whether there are vehi-
cles in your blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching
from behind in an adjacent lane, arrow 2. The
warning light in the exterior mirror illuminates
dimly.
2. Select the desired setting.
The system will warn in the previously named
situations prior to a lane change. The warn-
ing light on the exterior mirror flashes and the
steering wheel vibrates at the set intensity.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, Active Blind Spot Detection ac-
tivates automatically whenever you start driv-
ing.
Active Blind Spot Detection can be activated,
deactivated, and configured on the control dis-
play.
Adjusting the Active Blind Spot
Detection
1. To configure Active Blind Spot Detec-
tion, go through the menu as fol-
Safety information
lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and
warnings" / "Active Blind Spot Detection".
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
Sensors
2. Select the desired setting.
Active Blind Spot Detection is controlled by the
following sensors:
You can configure how many warnings will be
shown. However, there may also be an excess
of unwarranted warnings of critical situations.
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windshield.
Side radar sensors, rear.
Depending on whether vehicle is equipped
with side front radar sensors.
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Acute warning
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
1. To adjust the steering wheel vibration
intensity, go through the menu as fol-
lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Feedback
via steering wheel" / "Vibration intensity".
When an acute warning is issued by Active
Blind Spot Detection, the steering wheel vi-
brates briefly. The warning light in the exterior
mirror flashes brightly.
An acute warning is issued if the following con-
ditions are met:
2. Select the desired setting.
▷
▷
▷
Another vehicle is located in the critical
area.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
Your own vehicle is approaching the other
lane.
Depending on national-market
version: activate/deactivate steering
intervention
Depending on national-market version, the
Lane Change Warning steering intervention
can be activated or deactivated.
Depending on the system setting when the
turn signal is turned on.
The warning stops when the other vehicle has
left the critical area.
Steering intervention
Depending on national-market version: The
Active Blind Spot Detection system may per-
form an active steering intervention when
there is no response to the steering wheel
vibration and a lane marking is crossed at
speeds of up to 130 mph/210 km/h. The steer-
ing intervention helps return the vehicle into
the lane. The steering intervention can be no-
ticed on the steering wheel and can be man-
ually overridden at any time.
Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" / "Driver
Assistance" / "Safety and warnings" / "Active
Blind Spot Detection" / "Steering intervention".
Warning function
Warning light in exterior mirror
The steering intervention is carried out from
a minimum speed. The minimum speed is dis-
played on the control display.
With trailer towing
No steering intervention is performed when the
trailer power socket is occupied or trailer tow-
ing is activated. Active Blind Spot Detection
does not issue a pre-warning.
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision with a detected vehicle.
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, an acute warning will continue
to be issued if there is a risk of collision.
Prewarning
In the event of a prewarning for Active Blind
Spot Detection, the dimmed warning light on
the exterior mirror indicates when vehicles are
in your blind spot or approaching from the rear.
The warning function may be restricted. Warn-
ings can be displayed late or not at all, e.g., if
the speed of the approaching vehicle is much
higher than your own speed. An increased
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number of unwarranted warnings may occur.
A Check Control message is displayed on the
instrument cluster.
also illuminates on the instrument cluster, de-
pending on national-market version.
This system may be restricted or deactivated
when the trailer power socket is occupied or
trailer towing is activated, e.g., when using a
trailer or rear bicycle rack. A Check Control
message is displayed on the instrument clus-
ter.
Warning light flashing
As a self-test of Active Blind Spot Detection,
the warning light on the exterior mirror flashes
briefly when the vehicle is unlocked.
System limits
Side collision mitigation
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Principle
The side-collision warning helps to avoid an
impending side collision.
Functional limitations
The Lane Change Warning system may be re-
stricted in the following situations:
If, for example, another vehicle is detected next
to your vehicle and there is a risk of collision
with this vehicle, the system helps avoid a col-
lision. To do so, the system issues a warning
by flashing the warning light on the exterior
mirror, issuing a Check Control message, and
vibrating the steering wheel.
▷
When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
The bumper is dirty, iced up or covered,
for instance by stickers.
If necessary, an active steering intervention is
performed by the system.
Depending on the national-market version, the
steering intervention e.g. in the following situa-
tions:
▷
In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun-
daries such as in construction areas.
▷
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
▷
▷
With lane boundaries that are not white.
The sensors monitor the space next to the ve-
hicle.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
▷
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
The side-collision warning can be activated
or deactivated on the control display. The se-
verity of the steering wheel vibration can be
adjusted.
▷
▷
If the camera is impaired.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
A Check Control message may be displayed
on the instrument cluster when this system is
not functioning properly. A yellow warning light
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Functional requirement
The camera behind the windshield determines
the lane boundary positions.
Display in the instrument cluster
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, Side Collision Warning infor-
mation is displayed in the Assisted View on the
instrument cluster.
For the side-collision warning with steering in-
tervention to activate, the camera must detect
the lane boundary.
Additional information:
Assisted View, refer to page 147.
Speed range
Warning function
The side-collision warning function is activated
when your vehicle exceeds a given minimum
speed. The minimum speed is country-specific
and displayed on the control display.
Warning light in exterior mirror
This system responds when your vehicle
speed is less than approx. 130 mph/210 km/h.
Sensors
The side-collision warning is controlled by the
following sensors:
▷
▷
▷
Camera behind the windshield.
Side radar sensors, front.
Side radar sensors, rear.
The warning light in the exterior mirror warns
of a possible collision with a detected vehicle.
Activating/deactivating the side-
collision warning
1. To activate/deactivate the Side Collision
Warning, go through the menu as fol-
lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and
warnings" / "Side Collision Protection".
Acute warning
In the event of an acute side-collision warning,
the warning light on the exterior mirror flashes
and the steering wheel begins to vibrate if
there is a risk of collision.
A Check Control message is displayed on the
instrument cluster at the same time.
2. Select the desired setting.
Steering intervention
Setting the intensity of the steering
wheel vibration
1. To adjust the steering wheel vibration
intensity, go through the menu as fol-
lows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Feedback
via steering wheel" / "Vibration intensity".
Depending on the national-market version,
if necessary, the system engages the active
steering intervention to prevent a collision and
maintain the vehicle within its own lane. The
steering intervention can be noticed on the
steering wheel and can be manually overrid-
den at any time.
2. Select the desired setting.
The setting is applied to all collision warning
systems.
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PreCrash functions are triggered where appli-
cable if a vehicle approaching at a certain
speed is detected.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Functional limitations
The side-collision warning system may be re-
stricted in the following situations:
▷
▷
In tight corners or on narrow roads.
In the event of missing, worn, poorly visible,
merging, diverging, or multiple lane boun-
daries such as in construction areas.
The sensors monitor the area behind the vehi-
cle.
▷
With lane boundaries that are covered in
snow, ice, dirt or water.
The rear-end collision preparation function is
activated automatically when you start driving
and is deactivated automatically in certain sit-
uations.
▷
▷
With lane boundaries that are not white.
With lane boundaries that are covered by
objects.
▷
▷
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
A Check Control message may be displayed on
the instrument cluster when this system is not
functioning properly.
Sensors
The rear-end collision preparation function is
controlled by the side, rear radar sensors.
This system is deactivated when the trailer
power socket is occupied or trailer towing is
activated, e.g., when using a trailer or rear
bicycle rack. A Check Control message is dis-
played on the instrument cluster.
Activating/deactivating the rear-
collision warning
The rear-collision warning is automatically ac-
tivated whenever you start driving.
The system is deactivated in the following sit-
uations:
Rear-end collision
preparation
▷
▷
When reversing.
When the trailer power socket is occupied
or trailer towing is activated, e.g., when us-
ing a trailer or rear bicycle rack.
Principle
Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, the rear-end collision prepara-
tion can react to vehicles approaching from be-
hind.
Depending on the national-market version, the
hazard warning flashers are switched on and
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System limits
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Functional requirement
The right-of-way situation ahead of the vehicle
must be clearly controlled by traffic signs or
light signal systems.
Functional limitations
The rear-collision warning may be restricted if
the speed of the approaching vehicle is much
higher or similar to your own speed.
Various traffic signs are taken into account for
the Traffic Light And Sign Warning:
Sign Meaning
Traffic Light And Sign
Warning
Give way signs:
A pre-warning is issued for these
road signs.
Principle
Stop signs:
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning provides
support in situations in which the right-of-way
needs to be yielded based on road signs or
traffic lights.
A pre-warning is issued for these
road signs.
When traffic lights are red, a pre-
warning and an acute warning will be
issued.
This system uses a camera to analyze traffic
signs and traffic lights. The navigation system
directs information on the road layout to the
system.
Speed range
For warning purposes, the respective traffic sit-
uation, for example, is displayed on the instru-
ment cluster. An acoustic signal also sounds in
acute warning situations.
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning system
issues a warning as from a variable mini-
mum speed and at speeds up to approx.
60 mph/100 km/h.
A warning is given if the right of way is about
to be violated, e.g., in the following traffic situa-
tions:
Sensors
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning is control-
led by the camera behind the windshield.
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At an intersection.
At a road entrance.
Activating/deactivating the Traffic
Light And Sign Warning
1. To activate/deactivate the Traffic Light And
Sign Warning, go through the menu as
follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety
and warnings" / "Traffic Light and Sign
Warning".
On a highway entrance ramp.
At a roundabout.
With a red traffic light.
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning can be ac-
tivated or deactivated on the control display.
You can also configure the warning time.
2. Select the desired setting.
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Setting the warning time for the
Traffic Light And Sign Warning
Icon
Meaning
Give way.
1. To configure the warning time for the Traf-
fic Light And Sign Warning, go through the
menu as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" /
"Driving settings" / "Driver Assistance" /
"Safety and warnings" / "Traffic Light and
Sign Warning".
Stop.
Red traffic light.
2. Select the desired setting.
The selected setting is saved and adopted for
the next journey.
When a prewarning is issued, intervene as
appropriate for the situation; for example, by
braking.
Warning function
General information
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning system is-
sues warnings in two levels.
Acute warning
If an acute warning is issued for the Traffic
Light And Sign Warning because there is a risk
that a vehicle is not yielding the right-of-way, a
signal tone sounds and an icon is displayed on
the instrument cluster:
In the event of a prewarning, the system issues
a warning by means of an icon on the instru-
ment cluster.
In the event of an acute warning, the system
issues a warning by displaying an icon on the
instrument cluster and sounding an acoustic
signal.
Icon
Meaning
Red traffic light.
The timing of the warning varies with the ac-
tual driving situation and the warning time set-
ting.
When an acute warning is issued, intervene as
appropriate for the situation; for example, by
braking.
Prewarning
If a prewarning is issued for the Traffic Light
And Sign Warning because there is a risk that
a vehicle is not yielding the right-of-way, an
icon is displayed on the instrument cluster:
Display in the Head-up display
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Traffic
Light And Sign Warning is displayed simulta-
neously on the Head-up display and instru-
ment cluster.
System limits
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
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No warning
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning does not
issue a warning in the following situations, for
example:
Wrong way warning
Principle
The wrong way warning warns the driver of
an upcoming wrong entry onto roads, for in-
stance onto freeways, roundabouts and one-
way streets.
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In right-of-way situations without right-of-
way signs, stop signs, or red light signal
systems.
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With intersections with relevant traffic lights
that are illuminated yellow or green.
The system uses sensors and, depending on
vehicle equipment, navigation data and traffic
signs to monitor the traffic situation.
Functional limitations
The Traffic Light And Sign Warning system
may be limited in the following situations:
For warning purposes, a corresponding traffic
sign is displayed on the instrument cluster and
an acoustic signal sounds.
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If road signs or light signal systems are un-
clear.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
fully or partially concealed or soiled.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
difficult to read or rotated.
Functional requirement
The road layout ahead must be controlled
clearly with traffic signs.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
too small or too large.
If the traffic signs do not correspond to the
standard.
The Wrong Way Warning system recognizes
the following traffic signs, for example:
When traffic signs are detected that apply
to a junction or parallel street.
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No entrance.
Roundabout.
In the presence of country-specific road
signs or road layouts.
Direction arrows for required passing ma-
neuver.
With intersections with flashing light signal
systems.
Sensors
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
The Wrong Way Warning function is controlled
by the camera behind the windshield.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
Activating/deactivating the wrong
way warning
Depending on national-market version, the
wrong way warning is automatically activated
whenever you start driving.
In some regions, the system may not be
available or only partially available.
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In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
Warning function
The Wrong Way Warning is displayed
It may not be possible to use the system in
all regions.
and an acoustic signal sounds when
your vehicle is traveling in the wrong di-
rection on a highway, roundabout, or one-way
street, for example.
No Turn on Red function
Warnings are displayed on the instrument
cluster and, depending on vehicle equipment,
on the Head-up display.
Principle
The No Turn on Red function assists the driver
by indicating at which traffic lights turning on
red is prohibited.
System limits
To do so, this function analyzes traffic lights
and traffic signs using the camera behind the
windshield. In addition, the navigation system
data is used.
General information
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
No warning
For example, the wrong way warning system
does not issue warnings for roadways without
traffic signs.
Safety information
Follow the safety information in the "Forward
Collision Mitigation" chapter.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply to
the No Turn on Red function:
Functional limitations
The wrong way warning system may be re-
stricted in the following situations, for example,
and will either output an incorrect wrong way
warning or no warning at all:
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The system detects the right-of-way situa-
tion ahead by analyzing traffic lights and
traffic signs.
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When the signage is not clear.
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Vehicle is less than approx. 164 ft/50 m
from the traffic lights.
If the traffic signs are fully or partially con-
cealed or soiled.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the Traf-
fic Light And Sign Warning is activated.
▷
If the traffic signs are poorly legible or ro-
tated.
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If the traffic signs are too small or too large.
Sensors
If the traffic signs do not correspond to the
standard.
The No Turn on Red function is controlled by
the camera behind the windshield.
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When traffic signs are detected that apply
to a junction or parallel street.
Display in the instrument cluster
In the presence of country-specific road
signs or road layouts.
If the driver approaches a red traffic
light with a traffic sign that prohibits
a turn on red, an indicator light is dis-
played on the instrument cluster.
Up to 10 seconds after turning on drive-
ready state using the Start/Stop button.
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The indicator light goes out automatically after
you drive off at a speed greater than approx.
9 mph/15 km/h.
The driver can manually cancel the Emergency
Stop Assistant at any time.
Safety information
System limits
Warning
General information
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
one's physical state. An increasing lack of
alertness or fatigue may not be detected or
not be detected in time. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Make
sure that the driver is rested and alert. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions.
Follow the system limits in the "Collision warn-
ing systems" chapter.
Functional limitations
The No Turn on Red function may be limited in
the following situations, for example:
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If road signs or light signal systems are un-
clear.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
fully or partially concealed or soiled.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
the Emergency Stop Assistant:
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
difficult to read or rotated.
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The Emergency Stop Assistant is activated
via iDrive.
If traffic signs or light signal systems are
too small or too large.
The system is activated from a speed of
approx. 43 mph/70 km/h.
If the traffic signs do not correspond to the
standard.
The Driver Attention Camera detects driver
activity.
With intersections with flashing light signal
systems.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
Activating/deactivating Emergency
Stop Assistant
To activate/deactivate triggering of the Emer-
gency Stop Assistant, go through the menu
as follows: Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and
warnings" / "Emergency stop".
In some regions, this function may not be
completely available or not available at all.
Emergency Stop Assistant
Triggering the Emergency Stop
Assistant
If the Emergency Stop Assistant detects that
the driver is no longer driving their vehicle
safely or is ignoring warnings, the system is
triggered automatically. The triggered system
is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Principle
The Emergency Stop Assistant assists the
driver if they are no longer able to drive their
vehicle safely. When the system is triggered,
the vehicle is brought to a stop in its own lane
by the lane keeping system.
Triggering of the Emergency Stop Assistant
can be enabled or disabled on the control dis-
play.
An immediate emergency call can be triggered
on the control display.
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The following is performed automatically when
the Emergency Stop Assistant is triggered:
Display in the instrument cluster
When triggered, the Emergency Stop Assistant
is shown on the instrument cluster.
▷
A display is shown on the instrument clus-
ter.
Icon
Meaning
▷
The system takes over vehicle handling un-
til the vehicle comes to a standstill.
The Emergency Stop Assistant has
triggered.
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The hazard warning system is switched on.
An emergency call is triggered when sta-
tionary, depending on vehicle equipment.
System limits
The Emergency Stop Assistant does not re-
lease the driver from their obligation to drive
safely in traffic.
The Emergency Stop Assistant can also be
triggered via voice input.
Additional information:
BMW Intelligent Personal Assistant, refer to
page 56.
This system may be restricted in the following
situations:
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When the Driver Attention Camera is cov-
ered by the steering wheel.
Canceling Emergency Stop
Assistant
The driver can cancel the Emergency Stop As-
sistant at any point by taking active control of
driving the vehicle.
▷
When wearing sunglasses with high protec-
tion against infrared light.
Cross Traffic Warning with
brake intervention
The system is stopped by the following ac-
tions, for example:
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By firmly pressing the accelerator pedal.
By stopping the system on the control dis-
play.
Principle
The Cross Traffic Warning with brake interven-
tion helps the driver by providing visual and
acoustic warnings when driving through con-
fusing exits or pulling out of perpendicular
parking spaces.
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By operating the turn signal.
By turning off the hazard warning system.
By firmly countersteering.
By changing the selector lever position
when the vehicle was already at a stand-
still.
The system detects road users approaching
from the side earlier than would be possible
from the driver’s seat.
If there is a risk of collision when reversing, this
system provides assistance by performing an
automatic brake intervention.
At standstill
As soon as the vehicle is stationary, the Emer-
gency Stop Assistant will apply the following
settings:
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The vehicle is secured against rolling away.
The interior lights are switched on.
The central locking system is unlocked.
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Side radar sensors, rear.
Depending on whether vehicle is equipped
with side front radar sensors.
Activating/deactivating Cross Traffic
Warning
The system must be activated on the control
display for the Cross Traffic Warning and brake
intervention to switch on automatically.
The sensors monitor the area behind the vehi-
cle.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving settings" /
"Driver Assistance" / "Parking".
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the area
around the vehicle in front of the vehicle is
monitored as well.
2. Select the desired setting, depending on
vehicle equipment:
The system displays a warning light on the
exterior mirror, for example, when other road
users are approaching.
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"Rear warning"
"Front and rear warning"
"Brake intervention at rear"
The Cross Traffic Warning can be activated or
deactivated on the control display.
Turning on the cross traffic warning
automatically
The cross traffic warning must be activated on
the control display. The system turns on auto-
matically as soon as Park Distance Control or a
camera view activates and you engage a gear
position.
General information
Follow the information in the "Parking assis-
tance systems" chapter.
Safety information
If reverse gear is engaged, the rear system is
switched on.
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.
Depending on the equipment, the front system
is turned on when a gear position is engaged.
Depending on the national-market version, the
system is automatically active when the vehi-
cle is started.
Turning off the cross traffic warning
automatically
The Cross Traffic Warning switches off auto-
matically in the following situations, for exam-
ple:
Sensors
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When walking speed is exceeded.
The Cross Traffic Warning is controlled by the
following sensors:
When a certain distance covered is ex-
ceeded.
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Display in camera view
Warning function
General information
With the Cross Traffic Warning, the control dis-
play shows the corresponding view, an acous-
tic signal may sound, and the warning light on
the exterior mirror flashes.
In case of a brake intervention, a message is
displayed on the control display and close after
a brief period of time.
Depending on the direction of travel, the view
to the front or back is displayed in the camera
image.
Visual warning
Warning light in exterior mirror
The respective boundary area, arrow 1, in the
camera image flashes red if vehicles are de-
tected by the sensors.
Yellow lines, arrow 2, mark the bumper of your
own vehicle.
Acoustic warning
In addition to the visual warning of the Cross
Traffic Warning function, an acoustic signal
sounds if your vehicle moves in the corre-
sponding direction.
The warning light in the exterior mirror flashes
if the rear sensors detect other vehicles when
the vehicle is reversing.
Depending on the national-market version, the
signal tone will already sound when the gear
position is engaged.
Display in the Park Distance Control view
System limits
System limits of the sensors
The Cross Traffic Warning may be restricted by
the system limits of the sensors.
Additional information:
Sensors of the vehicle, refer to page 36.
Functional limitations
The Cross Traffic Warning system may be re-
stricted in the following situations:
In the Park Distance Control view, the respec-
tive boundary area flashes red if vehicles are
detected by the sensors.
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In tight curves.
Crossing objects are moving at a very slow
or a very fast speed.
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Other objects that hide cross traffic are in
the capture range of the sensors.
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.
If the trailer power socket is occupied or
trailer towing is activated, the cross traffic
warning is not available for the area behind
the vehicle.
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.
BMW Drive Recorder
Principle
The BMW Drive Recorder stores brief video
recordings of the vehicle surroundings, e.g., to
document surrounding traffic. To do so, you
must activate the system on the control display
before using it for the first time.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Data protection
You can use the control display to configure
video recording settings such as recording type
and duration.
The BMW Drive Recorder is permitted to re-
cord and evaluate video recordings in accord-
ance with the statutory regulations of the
country in which the system is to be used. The
user is responsible for the use of the system
and compliance with respective applicable reg-
ulations.
Video recordings can be saved in different
ways:
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Automatic storage of recordings makes it
possible to document the vehicle accident
or theft using the corresponding recording
type configured.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that
you verify there are no statutory or regulatory
restrictions on using the system in your region
or country prior to initial use. In addition, the
laws with respect to use of the system should
be verified in regular intervals, especially when
borders are frequently crossed.
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Saving recordings manually helps you
document traffic situations using your set
recording type.
Depending on vehicle equipment, video re-
cordings can be saved directly to a mobile de-
vice, e.g., a smartphone or USB stick.
Other drivers of the vehicle must be informed
about the system. In addition, you should in-
form others about the system when giving
them the vehicle.
Assistance system cameras are used to re-
cord, e.g., panorama view cameras.
In addition, the following parameters are
stored for the trip:
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply for
the BMW Drive Recorder:
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Date.
Time.
Speed.
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Standby or drive-ready state is switched
on.
GPS coordinates.
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The BMW Drive Recorder is activated.
The Privacy Policy has been accepted.
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The recording type has been selected.
gered. Recordings are stored depending on
the setting selected for recording duration.
The recording duration has been selected.
When the alarm system is triggered, a mes-
sage is sent to the My BMW App.
The following functional requirements apply
when using the theft alert:
After saving the recording, the reduced
quality video can be downloaded to a mo-
bile device.
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The theft notification was activated in the
Data Protection menu or in the Drive Re-
corder menu.
If the vehicle accelerates rapidly, an automatic
recording may be taken.
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Data transfer is activated.
The My BMW App is installed on the mobile
device.
Starting/stopping manual recording
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The My BMW app is linked to the Connect-
edDrive account.
Using the button
The Privacy Policy has been accepted.
Activating/deactivating the BMW
Drive Recorder
You must activate the BMW Drive Recorder on
the control display before using the recording
function for the first time.
1. Go to the Apps menu.
2. "All"
To start a manual recording with the
BMW Drive Recorder, press and hold
the parking assistance button on the
center console.
3. "Drive Recorder"
4. Accept the Privacy Policy.
5. "Settings"
6. "Allow recording"
7. Select the desired setting.
Recordings are made for the set recording du-
ration or can be ended manually on the control
display.
Recording functions
Via iDrive
Starting/stopping an automatic
recording
If the vehicle sensors detect an accident or
theft, the BMW Drive Recorder starts recording
automatically and then saves this recording.
To start recording with BMW Drive Recorder in
the vehicle, go through the menu as follows:
Apps menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" / "Start
recording" / "Vehicle".
Recordings are made for the set recording du-
ration and can be stopped manually by rese-
lecting the menu item on the control display.
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In the event of an accident, the BMW Drive
Recorder saves recordings up to 30 sec-
onds before and after storage is triggered.
The system saves recordings up to 30 sec-
onds before and after storage is triggered.
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In the event of theft, the BMW Drive Re-
corder saves recordings after being trig-
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Recording playback and
administration
Video recordings saved by the BMW Drive Re-
corder can be played, exported, and deleted.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements apply to
the BMW Drive Recorder when recording on a
mobile device:
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The Privacy Policy has been accepted.
The BMW Drive Recorder is activated.
For your own safety, video recordings are
only shown on the control display if the ve-
hicle speed is below approx. 2 mph/3 km/h.
Depending on national-market version, video
recordings are only shown when the parking
brake is applied or selector lever position P is
engaged.
To send recordings to a mobile device, the fol-
lowing functional requirements apply for the
BMW Drive Recorder:
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Depending on vehicle equipment, pair a
mobile device with the vehicle via Wi-Fi and
Bluetooth audio, or connect a USB stick.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" / "Record
-ings".
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The My BMW App is installed on the mobile
device.
2. Select the desired recording.
3. If necessary, select the camera.
The My BMW app is linked to the Connect-
edDrive account.
The My BMW App is permitted to access
your photo library.
Settings
Recording type
Starting/ending recording
1. To select the recording type for BMW Drive
Recorder, go through the menu as follows:
Apps menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" /
"Settings".
To start recording with BMW Drive Recorder
on a mobile device, go through the menu as
follows: Apps menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" /
"Start recording" / "USB/My BMW app".
2. Select the desired setting.
Recordings can be stopped manually by rese-
lecting the menu item on the control display.
Recording time
1. To configure the recording time for BMW
Drive Recorder, go through the menu
as follows: Apps menu / "All" / "Drive
Recorder" / "Settings".
Cameras
You can select any camera of the BMW Drive
Recorder.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "All" / "Drive Recorder" /
"Settings" / "Camera selection".
2. Select the desired setting.
Recording on a mobile device
General information
Depending on national-market version, the
storable video length depends on the mobile
device's available storage space.
2. Select your desired camera.
System limits
In the event of serious accidents, the BMW
Drive Recorder may not be able to store re-
cordings if the damage to the vehicle is too
great or the power supply was interrupted.
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With USB sticks that have been repeatedly
overwritten, it may only be possible to export
recordings in a limited manner.
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Automatic brake intervention by Forward
Collision Mitigation.
Brake power assistance provided by For-
ward Collision Mitigation.
The preferred file system for USB storage is
NTFS. Other file systems may have limitations.
Detection of an impending rear collision by
the Rear-collision warning.
In case of theft, the recording is only stored au-
tomatically when the anti-theft warning system
has been triggered.
Safety information
If the internet connection is weak or cannot be
established, theft alerts and video downloads
may be restricted or not available.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment. Due to the
system limits, critical situations might not be
detected reliably or in time. There is a risk
of accident. Adjust driving style to traffic con-
ditions. Watch surrounding traffic closely and
actively intervene where appropriate
The quality of the Wi-Fi connection affects
whether recordings can be saved on your
smartphone. This function may be restricted or
not available if the connection is weak.
Active Protection
Principle
PreCrash functions
Active Protection prepares occupants and the
vehicle for a possible accident in critical driving
situations.
Depending on vehicle equipment and require-
ments, Active Protection activates the follow-
ing individual functions in critical driving situa-
tions:
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, Active Protection consists of
various PreCrash functions.
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Automatic closing of the windows.
The windows remain open with a small
gap.
Active Protection is used to detect certain criti-
cal driving situations that might lead to an acci-
dent. This includes the following critical driving
situations:
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Automatic closing of glass sunroof.
Automatic positioning of the backrest for
the front passenger seat.
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Emergency braking.
Severe understeering.
Severe oversteering.
Systems can be returned to the desired set-
tings following a critical driving situation with-
out accident.
General information
Certain functions of some vehicle systems can
lead to Active Protection being triggered within
their system limits:
PostCrash iBrake
Principle
In certain accident situations, PostCrash iBrake
can automatically bring the vehicle to a stop
without any need for the driver to intervene.
This can reduce the risk of a further collision.
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After coming to a halt, the brake is released
automatically.
Safety information
The driver can intervene manually to brake the
vehicle more sharply or cancel automatic brak-
ing with PostCrash iBrake.
Warning
The system cannot serve as a substitute for
the driver’s personal judgment in assessing
one's physical state. An increasing lack of
alertness or fatigue may not be detected or
not be detected in time. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Make
sure that the driver is rested and alert. Adjust
driving style to traffic conditions.
Harder vehicle deceleration
In certain situations, it may be necessary to
bring the vehicle to a stop more quickly than
automatic braking with PostCrash iBrake.
To do this, quickly apply extra force to the
brake. The brake pressure will then be higher
than the brake pressure generated by auto-
matic braking. Automatic braking with Post-
Crash iBrake is canceled.
Break recommendation
Function
Abort automatic braking
It may be necessary to cancel PostCrash
iBrake automatic braking in certain situations,
e.g., when making an evasive maneuver.
After starting a journey, the break recommen-
dation function is trained to the driver, enabling
it to detect decreasing alertness or fatigue.
This process takes the following criteria into
account:
Automatic braking can be canceled by doing
as follows:
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Personal driving style, e.g., steering behav-
ior.
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By depressing the brake pedal for slightly
longer.
Driving conditions, e.g., the time or duration
of the drive.
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By pressing the accelerator pedal for
slightly longer.
Depending on vehicle equipment, informa-
tion from the Driver Attention Camera.
This function activates at speeds greater than
approx. 43 mph/70 km/h and can also display
a break recommendation.
Fatigue alert
Principle
Setting break recommendation
The Distraction Warning from the Fatigue Alert
system can be turned on or off or configured.
The Fatigue Alert system can detect when the
driver is less alert using various criteria.
The Fatigue Alert break recommendation func-
tion can detect driver fatigue, e.g., during long,
monotonous trips. This function recommends
taking a break as necessary. A message will
appear on the control display.
1. Go through the menu as follows:
Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Driving
settings" / "Driver Assistance" / "Safety and
warnings" / "Fatigue Alert".
The break recommendation can be adjusted
on the control display.
2. Select the desired setting.
Despite this function being off, some driver as-
sistance systems may issue break recommen-
dations.
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CONTROLS
Display
Functional requirements
If the driver becomes less alert or fatigued, the
Fatigue Alert system displays a message on
the control display, recommending the driver to
take a break.
For full operability, make sure that the field of
view of the Driver Attention Camera is not ob-
structed.
The steering wheel and driver’s seat height
must be adjusted so that the entire instrument
cluster is visible. This enables the Driver Atten-
tion Camera to record the driver’s entire face.
During the display, various settings can be se-
lected.
The system is reset approx. 45 minutes after
parking the vehicle. A break recommendation
can only be displayed again after this time has
elapsed.
Overview
System limits
The Fatigue Alert system may be limited. If
the system is limited, either no warning may
be issued or an unwarranted warning may be
issued.
The break recommendation function may be
limited in the following situations:
Depending on vehicle equipment, the instru-
ment cluster may have some infrared light
sources. Depending on the light conditions,
these light sources can be visible when the
vehicle is in standby mode.
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If the time is set incorrectly.
At a predominantly driven speed below ap-
prox. 43 mph/70 km/h.
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With a sporty driving style such as during
rapid acceleration or when cornering fast.
In active driving situations such as when
changing lanes frequently.
System limits
The Driver Attention Camera may not be fully
operational in the following situations:
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When the road condition is poor.
In the event of strong side winds.
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When the Driver Attention Camera is cov-
ered by the steering wheel.
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When wearing sunglasses with high protec-
tion against infrared light.
Driver Attention Camera
Principle
The Driver Attention Camera is a camera on
the instrument cluster. The camera monitors
the driver’s activity and direction of view, de-
pending on vehicle equipment.
The assistance systems help drivers by ana-
lyzing whether they are paying attention, e.g.,
by evaluating their head position and eyes.
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