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Refueling
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Refueling
Safety information
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
NOTICE
With a range below 30 miles/50 km, the
engine may no longer have sufficient fuel.
Engine functions are not ensured anymore.
There is a risk of property damage. Refuel
promptly.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Follow the following when
refueling
NOTICE
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of
the fuel tank can damage the fuel system.
Painted surfaces may be damaged by con-
tact with fuel. Escaping fuel can harm the
environment. There is a risk of property dam-
age. Avoid overfilling.
General information
Before refueling, note the recommended fuel.
When refueling, hook the fuel pump nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Lifting the pump
nozzle while refilling causes the diesel exhaust
fluid to shut off prematurely and reduces fuel
vapor recirculation.
Fuel filler cap
The fuel tank is full when the fuel pump nozzle
clicks off the first time.
General information
If the fuel filler cap is not fitted correctly, the
emissions indicator light illuminates on the in-
strument cluster.
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly
after refueling, otherwise the emissions warn-
ing light may illuminate.
Follow safety regulations posted at the filling
station.
Additional information:
Indicator/warning lights, refer to page 135.
Additional information:
Fuel quality, refer to page 365.
Safety information
Warning
The fuel filler cap's retaining strap can be-
come pinched and crushed when the cap is
closed. It will then not be possible to close
the fuel filler cap correctly. Fuel or fuel va-
pors can escape. There is a risk of injury and
risk of property damage. Make sure that the
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retaining strap does not become pinched or
crushed when closing the fuel filler cap.
Closing
To open the fuel filler cap, proceed as follows:
1. Fit the fuel filler cap and turn it clockwise
until it clicks audibly.
Opening
1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear
edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.
2. Press the fuel filler flap in until it engages.
Emergency unlocking
In certain situations, it may be necessary to
unlock the fuel filler flap manually, e.g., an
electrical malfunction.
In this case, have the fuel filler flap unlocked by
an authorized service center or another quali-
fied service center or repair shop.
2. Turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise.
3. Place the fuel filler cap in the mount on the
fuel filler flap.
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Wheels and tires
at ambient temperature. The tire inflation pres-
sure specifications apply to the tire sizes ap-
proved by the vehicle manufacturer for the cor-
responding vehicle types.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
please note the following:
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Tire sizes of the vehicle.
Additional information:
Maximum speed for driving.
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
On the control display
Tire pressure
The current tire inflation pressure values and
the intended tire inflation pressure values for
the mounted tires can be displayed on the con-
trol display.
General information
The tire condition and tire pressure influence
the following:
To ensure that they are displayed correctly, the
tire sizes must be stored in the system and
must have been set for the mounted tires.
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Tire service life.
Driving safety.
The current tire inflation pressure value is lo-
cated on each tire.
Driving comfort.
Fuel consumption.
The reference tire inflation pressure value is
located in the lower area of the control display.
Safety information
Checking the tire pressure
Warning
General information
The tires heat up while driving. The tire pres-
sure increases with the tire temperature.
A tire with too little or no tire inflation pres-
sure may heat up significantly and sustain
damage. This will have a negative impact
on aspects of handling such as steering and
braking response. There is a risk of accident,
injury, and property damage. Regularly check
the tire inflation pressure, and correct it as
needed, for instance twice a month and be-
fore a long trip.
Check the tire pressure regularly and correct as
necessary.
Tires have a natural, consistent tire pressure
loss. The displays of inflation devices may un-
der-read by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.
Functional requirements
Only check the tire pressure when the tires are
cold, i.e.:
Tire pressure specifications
In the tire pressure table
The tire pressure table contains all tire infla-
tion pressure specifications for given tire sizes
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A distance traveled of max. 1.25 miles/2 km
has not been exceeded.
Checking using the tire inflation
pressure specifications on the control
display
To check the tire pressure using the tire pres-
sure information on the control display, pro-
ceed as follows:
If the vehicle has not moved again for at
least two hours after a trip.
Checking via tire inflation pressure
specifications in tire pressure table
To check the tire pressure using the tire pres-
sure specifications in the tire pressure table,
proceed as follows:
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / "Tire
Pressure Monitor".
2. Check whether the current tire inflation
pressure levels deviate from the intended
tire pressure value.
1. Determine the nominal tire pressure for
your tires using the information on the door
pillar in the driver’s door.
3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the ac-
tual tire inflation pressure deviates from the
intended tire inflation pressure.
2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires, using a pressure gage, for example.
3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the ac-
tual tire inflation pressure deviates from the
intended tire inflation pressure.
The display of current tire pressure on the con-
trol display may be restricted when the vehicle
is stationary. The tire pressure will update after
a short drive.
4. Make sure that all valve caps are screwed
onto the tire valves.
After correcting the tire pressure
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the
tire pressure table only correspond to cold tires
or tires at the same temperature as the ambi-
ent temperature.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitor, the corrected tire pressures are ap-
plied automatically. Make sure that the tire set-
tings are correct. When using tires not found in
the tire inflation pressure specifications on the
control display, reset the Tire Pressure Moni-
tor.
If vehicle is equipped with an emergency
wheel: Check the tire pressure of the emer-
gency wheel in the cargo area regularly and
correct as necessary.
If your vehicle is equipped with the Flat Tire
Monitor, reinitialize it.
Tire inflation pressures up to 100 mph/160 km/h
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for
optimum driving comfort, follow the tire infla-
tion pressure specifications in the tire pressure
table and adjust as necessary.
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The tire inflation pressure specifications can
also be found on the tire pressure label on the
driver's door pillar.
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
Tire pressure values up to 100 mph/160 km/h
X3 30 xDrive
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the
tire pressure table correspond to cold tires and
full load.
Tire size
Front wheel
Rear wheel
Tire pressure specifi- Tire pressure specifi-
cations in bar/PSI
cations in bar/PSI
245/50 R 19 105 Y XL
2.4 / 35
2.7 / 39
245/50 R 19 105 H XL A/S
245/50 R 19 105 H XL M+S
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 H XL A/S
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 H XL A/S
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 Y XL
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 Y XL
Front: 255/40 R 21 102 Y XL
Rear: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL
2.4 / 35
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2.5 / 36
2.4 / 35
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2.5 / 36
2.4 / 35
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2.7 / 39
Front: HL 255/35 R 22 102 Y XL
Rear: HL 285/30 R 22 104 Y XL
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 V XL M+S
2.6 / 38
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2.9 / 42
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2.4 / 35
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Tire size
Front wheel
Rear wheel
Tire pressure specifi- Tire pressure specifi-
cations in bar/PSI
cations in bar/PSI
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 V XL M+S
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2.5 / 36
Emergency wheel:
T 125/85 R 18 101 M
Speed up to a max. of 50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
X3 M50 xDrive
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the
tire pressure table correspond to cold tires and
full load.
Tire size
Front wheel
Rear wheel
Tire pressure specifi- Tire pressure specifi-
cations in bar/PSI
cations in bar/PSI
245/50 R 19 105 H XL M+S
2.5 / 36
2.8 / 41
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 H XL A/S
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 H XL A/S
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 Y XL
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 Y XL
Front: 255/40 R 21 102 Y XL
Rear: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL
2.4 / 35
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2.5 / 36
2.4 / 35
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2.5 / 36
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2.5 / 36
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2.8 / 41
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Front: HL 255/35 R 22 102 Y XL
Rear: HL 285/30 R 22 104 Y XL
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 V XL M+S
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 V XL M+S
2.7 / 39
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3.0 / 44
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2.4 / 35
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2.5 / 36
Emergency wheel:
T 125/85 R 18 101 M
Speed up to a max. of 50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
Tire pressures over 100 mph/160 km/h
become damaged, which may cause an ac-
cident. There is a risk of accident, injury,
and property damage. To drive at maximum
speeds, note the specified tire pressure for
driving above 100 mph/160 km/h in the tire
Warning
When driving at speeds greater than
100 mph/160 km/h, incorrect tire pressures
can negatively affect vehicle handling, e.g.,
safety or comfort while driving. The tires can
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inflation pressure table, and adjust as neces-
sary.
Tire pressure values over 100 mph/160 km/h
X3 30 xDrive
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the
tire pressure table correspond to cold tires and
full load.
Tire size
Front wheel
Rear wheel
Tire pressure specifi- Tire pressure specifi-
cations in bar/PSI
cations in bar/PSI
245/50 R 19 105 Y XL
2.6 / 38
2.9 / 42
245/50 R 19 105 H XL A/S
245/50 R 19 105 H XL M+S
2.7 / 39
3.0 / 44
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 H XL A/S
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 H XL A/S
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 Y XL
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 Y XL
Front: 255/40 R 21 102 Y XL
2.4 / 35
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2.7 / 39
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2.4 / 35
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2.7 / 39
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2.7 / 39
Rear: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL
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3.0 / 44
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Front: HL 255/35 R 22 102 Y XL
Rear: HL 285/30 R 22 104 Y XL
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 V XL M+S
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 V XL M+S
2.8 / 41
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3.1 / 45
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2.7 / 39
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3.0 / 44
Emergency wheel:
T 125/85 R 18 101 M
Speed up to a max. of 50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
X3 M50 xDrive
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the
tire pressure table correspond to cold tires and
full load.
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Tire size
Front wheel
Rear wheel
Tire pressure specifi- Tire pressure specifi-
cations in bar/PSI
cations in bar/PSI
245/50 R 19 105 H XL M+S
2.7 / 39
3.0 / 44
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 H XL A/S
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 H XL A/S
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 Y XL
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 Y XL
Front: 255/40 R 21 102 Y XL
Rear: 285/35 R 21 105 Y XL
2.5 / 36
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2.8 / 41
2.6 / 38
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2.9 / 42
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2.9 / 42
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3.2 / 46
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Front: HL 255/35 R 22 102 Y XL
Rear: HL 285/30 R 22 104 Y XL
Front: 255/45 R 20 105 V XL M+S
Rear: 285/40 R 20 108 V XL M+S
3.1 / 45
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3.4 / 49
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2.9 / 42
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3.2 / 46
Emergency wheel:
T 125/85 R 18 101 M
Speed up to a max. of 50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
GAWR – on the certification label on the driver
door B-pillar. Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must
be greater than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross
Axle Weight Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs.
rear GAWR and tire loads, respectively.
Tire marking
Tire size
245/45 R 18 96 Y
245: nominal width in mm
45: cross-sectional relationship in %
R: radial tire code
Speed letter
Designation Maximum speed
18: rim diameter in inches
96: load index
Q
R
S
up to 100 mph/160 km/h
up to 106 mph/170 km/h
up to 112 mph/180 km/h
up to 118 mph/190 km/h
up to 131 mph/210 km/h
up to 150 mph/240 km/h
up to 167 mph/270 km/h
Y: speed code letter
ZR tires: reinforced radial tire for speeds ex-
ceeding 150 mph/240 km/h
T
H
V
Maximum tire load
Maximum tire load is the maximum permissi-
ble weight for which the tire is approved.
W
Locate the maximum tire load on the tire
sidewall and the Gross Axle Weight Rating –
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Treadwear
Designation Maximum speed
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. E.g., a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as
well on the government course as a tire graded
100. The relative performance of tires depends
upon the actual conditions of their use, how-
ever, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteris-
tics and climate.
Y
up to 186 mph/300 km/h
above 186 mph/300 km/h
(Y)
Tire Identification Number
DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 1924
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
1924: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Traction
Tire age
The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
are AA, A, B, and C.
Recommendation
Regardless of the tire tread depth, replace tires
at least every 6 years.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction perform-
ance.
Production date
You can find the tire production date on the tire
sidewall.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Designation
Production date
DOT … 1924
19th week of 2024
Temperature
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds
to a level of performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band
A represent higher levels of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Tempera-
ture A
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to
Federal Safety Requirements in addition to
these grades.
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Warning
The temperature grade for this tire is estab-
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla-
tion, or excessive loading, either separately
or in combination, can cause heat buildup
and possible tire failure. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage.
The tire manufacturer’s wear indicators are
distributed over the tire circumference. These
indicators have a height of min. 0.06 in/1.6 mm
and serve as an indicator for tire tread wear.
M+S
Winter tires, as well as all-season tires with
better winter performance than summer tires,
can be identified by the M+S marking on the
tire side wall.
The positions of the wear indicators are
marked on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread
Wear Indicator.
Tire tread depth
Safety information
Warning
Tire damage
General information
Check your tires regularly for damage, foreign
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
If the tire tread depth is too low, driving
safety may be impaired in critical situations
such as aquaplaning or slush on the road.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. The tire tread depth may not
fall below 0.12 in/3 mm for summer tires and
0.16 in/4 mm for winter and all-season tires,
or observe the statutory regulations on mini-
mum tread depth.
The following abnormalities may indicate tire
damage or a malfunction on the vehicle:
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Unusual vibrations.
Unusual tire or running noises.
Unusual vehicle handling such as a strong
tendency to pull to the left or right.
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Uneven wear pattern, e.g., increased wear
near tire shoulder.
Tire damage can be caused by situations such
as the following:
Minimum tread depth
You can check the minimum tread depth on
your tires using the wear indicators.
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Driving over curbs.
Road damage.
Tire pressure too low.
Vehicle overloading.
Incorrect tire storage.
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The vehicle manufacturer determines wheel/
tire combinations on the basis of the following
criteria:
Safety information
Warning
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Tire size, e.g., tire width, aspect ratio.
Wheel size, e.g., rim diameter, offset.
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pres-
sure, which can lead to loss of vehicle con-
trol. There is a risk of accident, injury, and
property damage. If tire damage is suspected
while driving, immediately reduce speed and
stop. Have wheels and tires checked. To do
so, drive carefully to an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop. Have the vehicle towed or trans-
ported as needed. Do not repair damaged
tires, but have them replaced.
For more information on wheel/tire combina-
tions and special equipment, contact an au-
thorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Safety information
Warning
Wheels and tires that are not suitable for
the vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. The vehicle manufacturer rec-
ommends that you use only wheels and tires
that have been recommended for the vehicle
type.
Warning
The wheels, tires and chassis components
can become damaged when driving over
curbs, road damage, or other obstacles.
Larger wheels have a smaller tire cross-sec-
tion. The smaller the tire cross-section, the
higher the risk of tire damage. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. If
possible, avoid driving over curbs, road dam-
age or other obstacles, or drive over them
slowly and carefully.
Warning
Mounted steel wheels can cause technical
problems, for instance unexpected loosening
of the lug bolts and damage to the brake
disks. There is a risk of accident, injury,
and property damage. Do not mount steel
wheels.
Exchanging wheels and
tires
Warning
Wheel/tire combinations that are not suitable
for the vehicle can affect vehicle handling
and a number of system functions, e.g.,the
Antilock Braking System or Dynamic Stability
Control. There is a risk of accident, injury, and
property damage. The manufacturer of the
vehicle recommends that you use wheels and
tires that have been recommended by the
vehicle manufacturer for the vehicle type. Fol-
lowing tire damage, have the original wheel/
Mounting and wheel balancing
Have the wheel mounted and balanced by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Suitable wheels and tires
General information
Only certain wheel/tire combinations are suit-
able depending on vehicle and equipment.
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tire combination remounted on the vehicle as
soon as possible.
turer of the vehicle does not recommend the
use of retreaded tires.
Recommended tire brands
Maximum speed
Safety information
Warning
If the maximum permissible speed of your
mounted tires is exceeded, the tires may be
damaged. There is a risk of accident, injury,
and property damage. Do not exceed the
maximum permissible speed of the tires.
Tire types are developed for each vehicle and
optimized specifically for the individual require-
ments of that vehicle, e.g.:
Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed of the winter tires,
the maximum permissible speed must be indi-
cated with a sign placed in the field of vision.
The info label is available from an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
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Handling.
Comfort.
Noise characteristics.
Specially developed tires are marked with
a star on the tire sidewall. After replacing
wheels and tires, the vehicle manufacturer rec-
ommends using star-marked tires again. The
vehicle manufacturer recommends that you
use tires of the same make and tread design.
Winter tires
New tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur-
ing circumstances when tires are brand new.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Retreaded tires
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Warning
Winter tires can be identified by the moun-
tain/snowflake icon and the letters M+S on the
tire sidewall.
Retreated tires can have different tire casing
structures. With advanced age the service life
can be limited. There is a risk of accident,
injury, and property damage. The manufac-
So-called all-season tires with the M+S des-
ignation but no mountain/snowflake icon per-
form better in winter than summer tires. As a
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rule, all-season tires do not perform the same
as winter tires.
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Do not leave the tires in plastic bags.
Remove dirt from wheels or tires.
Changing runflat tires
Runflat tires
When changing from runflat tires to standard
tires, it must be ensured that the vehicle con-
tains an emergency wheel or tire mobility kit.
For more information, contact an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Principle
Runflat tires permit continued driving under
limited conditions even in the event of a com-
plete tire pressure loss.
Wheel change between axles
General information
The wheels consist of tires that are self-sup-
porting to a limited degree and may also in-
clude special rims.
Warning
A wheel change between the axles on vehi-
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on
the front and rear axles can cause damage
to the tires and the vehicle. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Do
not rotate the tires between the axles on ve-
hicles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on
the front and rear axles.
The reinforcement of the sidewall allows the
tire to remain drivable to a limited degree in
the event of a tire pressure loss.
Follow the instructions for continued driving
with a flat tire.
Safety information
Different tread wear patterns can occur on the
front and rear axles depending on individual
driving conditions. The tires can be rotated in
pairs between the axles to achieve even abra-
sion. For more information, contact an author-
ized service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop. After changing a wheel,
check the tire pressure and correct as neces-
sary.
Warning
The vehicle handles differently when a runflat
tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for
instance, reduced directional stability when
braking, braking distances are longer and the
self-steering properties will change. There is
a risk of accident, injury, and property dam-
age. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Storing tires
Do not exceed the maximum tire pressure
specified on the tire sidewall, also when storing
tires.
Warning
Heavy trailers can start swinging when con-
tinuing to drive with a flat tire. There is a
risk of accidents and risk of property damage.
Do not exceed a speed of 35 mph/60 km/h
when driving with a trailer and a flat tire. If the
trailer swings or snakes, brake immediately
When storing tires, note the following:
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Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and
dark place.
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Protect tires from coming into contact with
oil, grease, and solvents.
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and apply necessary steering corrections as
carefully as possible.
Tire repair set
Principle
Identification
The tire repair set is used to temporarily seal
minor tire damage so that it is possible to con-
tinue driving.
The filled in tire sealant closes the damage
from the inside when it hardens.
The compressor can be used to check the tire
inflation pressure.
The tire repair set may be insufficient if the tire
damage measures more than approx. 0.16 in /
4 mm.
Runflat tires are labeled with a circular icon
containing the letters RSC marked on the tire
sidewall.
General information
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Follow the instructions for using the tire
repair set, which are provided on the com-
pressor and sealant bottle.
Repairing a flat tire
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Do not remove foreign objects that have
penetrated the tire. Remove foreign objects
only when they are visibly protruding from
the tire.
If you get a flat tire, take the following safety
precautions:
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Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip
ground at a safe distance from road traffic.
Overview
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Switch on the hazard warning lights.
Engage the parking brake.
Storage
Depending on vehicle equipment, the tire re-
pair set is stored as follows:
Turn the steering wheel until the front
wheels are in the straight-ahead position
and engage the steering wheel lock.
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In the cargo area under the cargo area
floor.
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As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,
have all vehicle occupants get out and
make sure that they remain outside the
hazardous area such as behind a guardrail.
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In the cargo area on the left or right side.
In the cargo area behind a side trim panel.
If necessary, set up the hazard triangle
or hazard warning lights at a suitable dis-
tance.
Repair the flat tire, e.g., using a tire repair set
or by changing the wheel.
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Engage the parking brake.
Sealant bottle and filler hose
Turn the steering wheel until the front
wheels are in the straight-ahead position
and engage the steering wheel lock.
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As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,
have all vehicle occupants get out and
make sure that they remain outside the
hazardous area such as behind a guardrail.
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If necessary, set up the hazard triangle
or hazard warning lights at a suitable dis-
tance.
1
Sealant bottle
Remove the warning label for the maximum
permissible speed from the sealant bottle
and attach it in the visible area in the vehi-
cle interior.
2
3
4
5
Sealant bottle outlet
Filler hose
Sealant bottle connection
Wheel valve connection
Preparing the tire repair set
1. To prepare the tire repair set, place the
sealant bottle into the holder on the com-
pressor housing.
Compressor
1
Compressor
2
3
4
5
6
Tire pressure display
Sealant bottle mount
Pressure reducing valve button
Connector for socket
Power switch
2. Turn the sealant bottle clockwise by 90° to
the stop.
Safety precautions
When using the tire repair set, take the follow-
ing safety precautions:
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Park the vehicle as far away as possible
from passing traffic and on solid ground.
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Switch on the hazard warning lights.
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3. Connect the filler hose to the outlet of the
sealant bottle and turn clockwise by 90° to
the stop.
NOTICE
The compressor can overheat during ex-
tended operation. There is a risk of property
damage. Do not run the compressor for more
than 10 minutes.
Filling the tire with sealing compound
To fill in tire sealant, let the compressor run
for max. 10 minutes until a tire pressure of
2.5 bar/36 psi is reached.
4. Unscrew the valve cap from the wheel and
screw the connecting piece of the filler hose
onto the valve.
1. With standby state or drive-ready state
switched on, switch on the compressor.
When adding sealant, the Tire Pressure
Monitor may briefly rise up to approx.
6 bar/87 psi before it shows the actual tire
pressure again. Do not turn off the com-
pressor at this stage.
2. Switch off the compressor when you reach
a tire pressure of 2.5 bar/36 psi.
Checking the tire pressure
To check the tire pressure, read the tire pres-
sure gauge on the compressor. The tire pres-
sure must be at least 2.5 bar/36 psi.
5. With the compressor switched off, insert the
connector into the power socket in the vehi-
cle interior.
Tire pressure too high
If the tire pressure is too high, reduce the tire
pressure with the pressure reducing valve on
the compressor.
Filling the tire with sealing
compound
Safety information
Minimum tire pressure not reached
Do not continue driving unless a minimum tire
pressure of 2.5 bar/36 psi is reached. Contact
an authorized service center or another quali-
fied service center or repair shop.
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is
insufficient, harmful exhaust gases can pene-
trate the vehicle. The exhaust gases contain
pollutants which are colorless and odorless.
In enclosed areas, exhaust gases can also
accumulate outside of the vehicle. There is a
danger to life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and
ensure sufficient ventilation.
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5. Read the tire pressure on the tire pressure
display of the compressor.
Minimum tire pressure reached
When the tire pressure is at least
2.5 bar/36 psi, proceed as follows:
Do not continue driving unless a minimum
tire pressure of 1.3 bar/19 psi is displayed.
Contact an authorized service center or an-
other qualified service center or repair shop.
1. Pull the connector out of the socket in the
vehicle interior.
2. Disconnect the hose from the sealant bottle
and from the valve on the wheel.
6. Correct the tire pressure to 2.5 bar/36 psi.
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To increase the tire pressure when
standby or drive-ready state is on: Turn
on the compressor and let it run for
max. 10 minutes.
3. Screw the valve cap onto the valve.
4. Stow the tire repair set in the cargo area.
5. Immediately drive 6 miles/10 km to ensure
that the tire sealant is evenly distributed in
the tire.
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To decrease the tire pressure: Press the
pressure reducing valve button on the
compressor.
Do not exceed the speed limit of
50 mph/80 km/h.
Removing and stowing the tire
repair set
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
To remove and stow the tire repair set, pro-
ceed as follows:
Tire sealant may spray from the damaged
area when you rotate the wheel initially.
1. Switch off the compressor.
Adjusting the tire pressure
To adjust the tire pressure after using the tire
repair set, proceed as follows:
2. Pull the connector out of the socket in the
vehicle interior.
3. Disconnect the hose from the compressor
and from the valve on the wheel.
1. Stop at a suitable location.
2. Connect the hose directly to the compres-
sor and turn clockwise by 90° until it audi-
bly engages.
4. Screw the valve cap onto the valve.
5. Stow the tire repair set together with the
hose in the cargo area.
3. Unscrew the valve cap on the wheel and
screw the connecting piece of the hose
onto the valve.
Continuing the trip
Continue driving immediately once finished
with the tire repair set.
Re-initialize the Flat Tire Monitor or reset the
Tire Pressure Monitor.
Do not exceed the speed limit of
50 mph/80 km/h.
Do not exceed the maximum travel distance of
125 miles/200 km.
Re-initialize the Flat Tire Monitor or reset the
Tire Pressure Monitor.
4. Insert the connector into the socket in the
vehicle interior.
Replace the faulty tire and the sealant bottle
from the tire repair set as soon as possible.
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Additional information:
the manufacturer of the vehicle and recom-
mended as road-safe and suitable.
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Flat tire monitor, refer to page 353.
For information on suitable snow chains, con-
tact an authorized service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Tire pressure monitor, refer to page 346.
System limits
If the tire cannot be made drivable, contact an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Use
Snow chains can only be used in pairs on rear
wheels of the following wheel/tire sizes:
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure
Monitor, note the following: Using tire sealant
can damage the tire pressure sensor. In this
case, have the air pressure sensor replaced at
the next opportunity.
Tire size
Wheel size Rim offset (IS)
26
245/50 R19 8.5J x 19
Information on the wheel size and rim offset is
located on the inside of the wheel.
Snow chains
Safety information
Warning
The list can also include wheel/tire sizes that
are only suitable for certain models.
Information on wheels and tires approved for
the vehicle can be requested from an author-
ized service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
Mounting snow chains on unsuitable tires
can cause the snow chains to come into
contact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Only
fit snow chains on tires recommended by
the vehicle manufacturer for use with snow
chains.
Follow the instructions of the snow chain man-
ufacturer.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pres-
sure Monitor, note the following: Do not reset
the Tire Pressure Monitor when using snow
chains, otherwise incorrect values may be dis-
played.
If your vehicle is equipped with a Flat Tire
Monitor, note the following: Do not initialize the
Flat Tire Monitor when using snow chains, oth-
erwise incorrect values may be displayed.
Warning
Insufficiently tight snow chains may damage
tires and vehicle components. There is a
risk of accident, injury, and property damage.
Make sure that the snow chains are always
sufficiently tight. Re-tighten as needed ac-
cording to the snow chain manufacturer's in-
structions.
When using with snow chains, activate drive-
off support to optimize the drive power as nec-
essary.
Maximum speed with snow chains
When using snow chains, do not exceed a
maximum speed of 30 mph/50 km/h.
Fine-link snow chains
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
the use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types
of fine-link snow chains have been tested by
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Functional requirements
If the following requirements are not met for
the Tire Pressure Monitor, tire pressure losses
may not be reported reliably:
Tire pressure monitor
Principle
The Tire Pressure Monitor monitors the tire
pressure and issues a warning if the tire pres-
sure has dropped.
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After each tire or wheel change, the system
detects and updates the mounted tires on
the control display and displays them after
a short trip.
The sensors in the tire valves measure the tire
pressure and tire temperature.
Enter the information about the mounted
tires in the tire settings when the system
does not automatically detect the tires.
Depending on the tires detected or registered,
the system displays the specified nominal
pressures on the control display and compares
them with the current tire pressures.
▷
▷
The Tire Pressure Monitor does not acti-
vate until after driving for a few minutes:
▷
▷
After a tire or wheel change.
General information
After a reset, when using tires with spe-
cial approval.
When using tires not found in the tire infla-
tion pressure specifications on the vehicle, e.g.,
tires with special approval, the Tire Pressure
Monitor must be actively reset. The system
will then take over the actual tire inflation pres-
sures as the target pressures.
▷
After changing tire settings.
When using tires with special approval,
note the following:
▷
After a tire or wheel change, a reset was
performed with the correct tire inflation
pressure.
When operating the system, also note the in-
formation found in the Tire inflation pressure
chapter.
▷
After the tire inflation pressure was ad-
justed to a new value, a reset was per-
formed.
Additional information:
Tire inflation pressure, refer to page 330.
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Wheels with tire pressure sensors are
mounted.
Safety information
Tire settings
Warning
The display of the target pressures is not
a substitute for the tire inflation pressure de-
tails on the vehicle. Incorrect entries in the
tire settings can lead to incorrect target tire
inflation pressure values. In this case, it can-
not be guaranteed that the notification of a
tire pressure loss will be reliable. There is a
risk of injury and risk of property damage.
Make sure that the sizes of your mounted
tires are displayed correctly and match the
information on the tires and the tire inflation
pressure specifications on the vehicle.
General information
You can enter information on your mounted
tires in the tire settings if the tires are not auto-
matically detected by the system.
The tire sizes of the mounted tires can be
gathered from the tire inflation pressure details
on the vehicle or directly on the tires.
The tire details do not need to be re-entered
when the tire pressure is corrected.
For summer and winter tires, the tire details
entered last are stored. After a tire or wheel
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change, the settings of the tire sets used last
can be selected.
Current tire temperature
The current tire temperatures are displayed
depending on the model.
Configuring the tire settings
To enter information on equipped tires in the
tire settings, proceed as follows:
The current tire temperatures may change
while driving or due to the outside tempera-
ture.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / "Tire
Pressure Monitor" / "Tire settings" / "Tire
selection" / "Manual" / "Tire type".
Nominal pressure
The nominal pressure for the tires on the front
and rear axles is displayed.
2. Select the tire size for the rear axle.
When using tires with special approval:
"Other tires"
The specified nominal pressures take the in-
fluence of driving and outside temperature on
the tire temperature into account. The appro-
priate nominal pressure is always displayed,
independent of the weather situation, tire tem-
peratures and travel times.
Follow the instructions given in the “Per-
forming a reset” section.
3. Select the maximum speed to be driven.
4. "Save tire settings"
The displayed nominal pressure may change
and may differ from the tire inflation pressure
details on the door pillar of the driver's door.
The tire inflation pressure can thus be cor-
rected to the value of the displayed target
pressures.
The measurement of the current tire inflation
pressure is started. The measurement prog-
ress is displayed.
The nominal pressure is immediately adjusted
if the vehicle load state is changed in the tire
settings.
Status display
Current status
The status of the Tire Pressure Monitor, e.g.,
whether this system is active, can be shown on
the control display.
Tire conditions
General information
Go through the menu as follows: Apps menu /
"Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / "Tire Pressure
Monitor".
The tire and system condition are indicated by
the color of the wheels and a text message
in the Tire Pressure Monitor on the control dis-
play.
The current status is displayed.
Any existing messages may not be deleted if
the nominal pressure is not reached after the
tire inflation pressure is corrected.
Current tire pressure
The current tire pressure is displayed for each
tire.
The current tire inflation pressures may
change while driving or depending on the out-
side temperature.
All wheels green
On the control display, each wheel illuminates
green in the Tire Pressure Monitor when the
system is active.
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This system bases any warnings on target
pressures.
After resetting, the wheels are shown in green
on the control display and a message appears.
When using tires with special approval, this
system bases any warnings on the last tire
pressures saved at the reset.
You may interrupt this trip at any time. When
you continue driving the reset resumes auto-
matically.
Additional information:
One to four yellow wheels
Tire settings, refer to page 346.
In the Tire Pressure Monitor on the control dis-
play, one to four wheels illuminate if one of the
tires shown is flat or has lost a large amount of
pressure.
Messages: for tires without special
approval
General information
When using tires without special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor may display a message.
Gray wheels
On the control display, the wheels illuminate
gray in the Tire Pressure Monitor if a tire pres-
sure loss possibly cannot be detected.
When a flat tire is indicated, the Dynamic Sta-
bility Control may be turned on.
Possible causes are:
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▷
The system may not be operational.
Safety information
After confirming the tire settings, the tire
pressure is measured automatically.
Warning
▷
When using tires with special approval: The
system is being reset.
A damaged regular tire with low or no tire
inflation pressure impacts handling such as
steering and braking response. Runflat tires
can maintain limited stability. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Do
not continue driving if the vehicle is equipped
with normal tires. Follow the information on
runflat tires and continued driving with these
tires.
For tires with special approval:
performing a reset
When using tires with special approval, pro-
ceed as follows to reset:
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / "Tire
Pressure Monitor".
2. Make sure that the tire settings are correct.
If a tire inflation pressure check is
required
3. Turn on drive-ready state but do not drive
off.
Message
4. "Perform reset"
5. Drive off.
When using tires without special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message if it
is necessary for you to check the tire pressure.
The wheels are shown in gray and the tire
pressure is reset.
An icon with a Check Control message appears
on the control display.
After a travel time of several minutes, the set
tire inflation pressures are accepted as the
predefined tire inflation pressures. The reset is
completed automatically while driving.
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A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
Icon
Possible cause
Leak detected on the tire.
In addition, an icon with the affected tire ap-
pears in a Check Control message on the con-
trol display.
Inflation was not carried out accord-
ing to specifications, for instance
when the tire has not been suffi-
ciently inflated or in the case of a nat-
ural steady tire pressure loss.
Icon
Possible cause
There is a flat tire or a major tire
pressure loss.
Measure
Check the tire pressure and correct as needed.
If the tire inflation pressure is too low
Message
Measure
1. Reduce your speed and come to a stop
carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steer-
ing maneuvers.
When using tires without special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message if
the tire pressure is too low.
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with
standard tires or runflat tires.
Runflat tires are labeled with a circular icon
containing the letters RSC marked on the
tire sidewall.
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
3. Follow the instructions for what to do in
case of a flat tire.
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes-
sage appears on the control display.
Additional information:
Icon
Possible cause
Actions in the event of a flat tire, refer to
page 351.
There is a tire pressure loss.
Messages: for tires with special
approval
Measure
1. Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not continue
to exceed a speed of 80 mph/130 km/h.
General information
When using tires with special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor may display a message.
2. At the next opportunity, for instance at a fill-
ing station, check the tire inflation pressure
in all four tires and correct if necessary.
When a flat tire is indicated, the Dynamic Sta-
bility Control may be turned on.
If there is a significant tire pressure
loss
Safety information
Message
Warning
When using tires without special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message if a
tire loses a significant amount of pressure.
A damaged regular tire with low or no tire
inflation pressure impacts handling such as
steering and braking response. Runflat tires
can maintain limited stability. There is a risk
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of accident, injury, and property damage. Do
not continue driving if the vehicle is equipped
with normal tires. Follow the information on
runflat tires and continued driving with these
tires.
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes-
sage appears on the control display.
Icon
Possible cause
If a tire inflation pressure check is
required
There is a tire pressure loss.
No reset was performed for the sys-
tem. The system issues a warning
based on the tire inflation pressures
stored during the last reset.
Message
When using tires with special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message if it
is necessary for you to check the tire pressure.
Measure
An icon with a Check Control message appears
on the control display.
1. Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not continue
to exceed a speed of 80 mph/130 km/h.
Icon
Possible cause
2. At the next opportunity, for instance at a fill-
ing station, check the tire inflation pressure
in all four tires and correct if necessary.
Inflation was not carried out ac-
cording to specifications, e.g., the
tire has not been sufficiently in-
flated.
3. Perform a system reset.
If there is a significant tire pressure
loss
The system has detected a wheel
change, but no reset was done.
The tire inflation pressure has
fallen below the level of the last
reset.
Message
When using tires with special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message if a
tire loses a significant amount of pressure.
No reset was performed for the
system. The system issues a
warning based on the tire inflation
pressures stored during the last re-
set.
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
In addition, an icon with the affected tire ap-
pears in a Check Control message on the con-
trol display.
Measure
1. Check the tire pressure and correct as
needed.
Icon
Possible cause
2. Perform a system reset.
If the tire inflation pressure is too low
Message
There is a flat tire or a major tire
pressure loss.
No reset was performed for the sys-
tem. The system issues a warning
based on the tire inflation pressures
stored during the last reset.
When using tires with special approval, the
Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message if
the tire pressure is too low.
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Measure
Runflat tires
1. Reduce your speed and come to a stop
carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steer-
ing maneuvers.
Safety information
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with
standard tires or runflat tires.
Warning
The vehicle handles differently when a runflat
tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for
instance, reduced directional stability when
braking, braking distances are longer and the
self-steering properties will change. There is
a risk of accident, injury, and property dam-
age. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Runflat tires are labeled with a circular icon
containing the letters RSC marked on the
tire sidewall.
3. Follow the instructions for what to do in
case of a flat tire.
Additional information:
Actions in the event of a flat tire, refer to
page 351.
Warning
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Heavy trailers can start swinging when con-
tinuing to drive with a flat tire. There is a
risk of accidents and risk of property damage.
Do not exceed a speed of 35 mph/60 km/h
when driving with a trailer and a flat tire. If the
trailer swings or snakes, brake immediately
and apply necessary steering corrections as
carefully as possible.
Standard tires
1. In the event of a flat tire, identify the dam-
aged tire.
2. Check the tire pressure in all four tires,
for instance using the tire pressure display
of a flat tire kit.
For tires with special approval: when the
tire pressure in all four tires is correct, the
Tire Pressure Monitor may not have been
reset. Then perform the reset.
Maximum speed
You may continue driving with a damaged tire
at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
If no tire damage can be identified, con-
tact an authorized service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Continued driving with a flat tire
Follow the following when continuing to drive
with a damaged tire:
3. Repair the flat tire, e.g., using a tire repair
set or by changing the wheel.
The use of sealant, e.g., from the tire repair
set, may damage the wheel electronics.
Have the electronics replaced at the next
opportunity.
1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-
vers.
2. Do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
3. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires at the next opportunity.
Possible driving distance with a flat tire
The possible driving distance which may be
safely traveled varies depending on how the
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vehicle is loaded and used, e.g., speed, road
conditions, outside temperature. The distance
traveled may be less but may also be more if
an economical driving style is used.
Following a temperature-related warning, the
target pressures are displayed on the control
display again after a short distance.
Sudden tire pressure loss
If the vehicle is loaded with an average
weight and used under favorable conditions,
the possible distance traveled may be up to
50 miles/80 km.
The system is not able to indicate sudden and
serious tire damage and the resulting loss of
tire pressure caused by external circumstan-
ces.
Vehicle handling with damaged tires
Failure performing a reset
Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will han-
dle differently, potentially leading to conditions
such as the following:
When using tires with special approval, the
system will not function correctly if it has not
been reset. For example, a flat tire may be in-
dicated although the tire pressures are correct.
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Greater likelihood of skidding of the vehicle.
Longer braking distances.
Changed self-steering properties.
Malfunction
Modify your driving style. Avoid abrupt steering
or driving over obstacles, for instance curbs or
potholes.
Message
The Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message
if the system is not operational.
Final tire failure
The yellow warning light flashes and is
then illuminated continuously. A Check
Control message is displayed. It may
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indi-
cate the final failure of a tire.
Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of
the tire could come loose and cause an acci-
dent.
not be possible to identify tire pressure losses.
Measure
Do not continue driving. Contact an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
If the Tire Pressure Monitor system is not op-
erational, proceed as follows:
▷
▷
If a wheel without air pressure sensor is
mounted, have the wheels checked as nec-
essary.
System limits
Temperature
The tire inflation pressure depends on the
tire's temperature.
Fault due to systems or devices with same
transmission frequency: The system reacti-
vates automatically upon leaving the inter-
ference zone.
Driving or exposure to the sun will increase the
tire temperature, thus increasing the tire infla-
tion pressure.
▷
▷
The system was unable to completely reset
when using tires with special approval. Per-
form a system reset again.
The tire inflation pressure is reduced when the
tire temperature falls again.
If the Tire Pressure Monitor has failed:
Have the vehicle checked by an authorized
service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
These circumstances may cause a warning
when temperatures fall very sharply.
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vehicle that prevent the TPMS from function-
ing properly. Always check the TPMS malfunc-
tion telltale after replacing one or more tires
or wheels on the vehicle to ensure that the re-
placement or alternate tires and wheels allow
the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Declaration according to NHTSA/
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System
Each tire, including the spare (if provided)
should be checked monthly when cold and in-
flated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If the
vehicle has tires of a different size than the
size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire
inflation pressure label, you should determine
the proper tire inflation pressure for those
tires.) As an added safety feature, the vehi-
cle has been equipped with a tire pressure
monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates a
low tire pressure telltale when one or more
of your tires is significantly under-inflated. Ac-
cordingly, when the low tire pressure telltale
illuminates, you should stop and check your
tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to
the proper pressure. Driving on a significantly
under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat
and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also
reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and
may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping
ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it
is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct
tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumination of the
TPMS low tire pressure telltale. The vehicle
has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunc-
tion indicator to indicate when the system is
not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction
indicator is combined with the low tire pres-
sure telltale. When the system detects a mal-
function, the telltale will flash for approximately
one minute and then remain continuously il-
luminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the
malfunction exists. When the malfunction indi-
cator is illuminated, the system may not be
able to detect or signal low tire pressure as
intended. TPMS malfunctions may occur for a
variety of reasons, including the installation of
replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the
Flat tire monitor
Principle
The flat tire monitor detects a tire pressure
loss while driving and issues a warning if the
tire pressure has dropped.
The system does not measure the actual infla-
tion pressure in the tires.
The system detects tire pressure loss on the
basis of rotation speed differences between
the individual wheels while driving.
If a tire loses pressure, the diameter and
thus the rotational speed of the corresponding
wheel changes. The difference will be detected
and reported as a flat tire.
Functional requirements
If the following requirements are not met for
the Flat Tire Monitor, a loss in tire pressure
may not be reliably reported:
▷
After a tire or wheel change, an initialization
was carried out at the correct tire pressure.
▷
After the tire pressure was adjusted to a
new value, an initialization was performed.
Status display
The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can
be displayed on the control display, e.g., to
check whether the Flat Tire Monitor is active.
Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / "Flat Tire
Monitor".
The status is displayed.
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Safety information
Initialization required
The Flat Tire Monitor must be initialized in the
following situations:
Warning
▷
After the tire inflation pressure has been
adjusted.
A damaged regular tire with low or no tire
inflation pressure impacts handling such as
steering and braking response. Runflat tires
can maintain limited stability. There is a risk
of accident, injury, and property damage. Do
not continue driving if the vehicle is equipped
with normal tires. Follow the information on
runflat tires and continued driving with these
tires.
▷
After a tire or wheel change.
Performing initialization
When initializing the Flat Tire Monitor, the tire
pressures you set serve as a reference value
for detecting a flat tire. Initialization is started
by confirming the tire inflation pressures.
Do not initialize the system when driving with
snow chains.
Indication of a flat tire
To initialize the Flat Tire Monitor, proceed as
follows:
The Flat Tire Monitor displays a message
when a tire is flat.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / "Flat
Tire Monitor".
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes-
sage appears on the control display.
2. Turn on drive-ready state but do not drive
off.
Icon
Possible cause
3. "Perform reset".
4. Drive off.
There is a flat tire or a major tire
pressure loss.
The initialization is completed while driving,
which can be interrupted at any time.
The initialization automatically continues when
driving continues.
Measure
1. Reduce your speed and come to a stop
carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steer-
ing maneuvers.
Messages
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with
standard tires or runflat tires.
General information
The Tire Pressure Monitor displays a message
when a tire is flat.
Runflat tires are labeled with a circular icon
containing the letters RSC marked on the
tire sidewall.
When a flat tire is indicated, the Dynamic Sta-
bility Control (DSC) is turned on, if needed.
3. Follow the instructions for what to do in
case of a flat tire.
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Actions in the event of a flat tire
You may continue driving with a damaged tire
at speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
Standard tires
1. In the event of a flat tire, identify the dam-
aged tire.
Continued driving with a flat tire
Follow the following when continuing to drive
with a damaged tire:
2. To do this, check the tire pressure in all four
tires, for instance using the tire pressure
display of a flat tire kit.
1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu-
vers.
When the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires is correct, the flat tire monitor may
not have been initialized. Then initialize the
system.
2. Do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
3. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires at the next opportunity.
If no tire damage can be identified, con-
tact an authorized service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
When the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires is correct, the flat tire monitor may not
have been initialized. In this case, initialize
the system.
3. Repair the flat tire, e.g., using a tire repair
set or by changing the wheel.
Runflat tires
Possible driving distance with a flat tire
The possible driving distance which may be
safely traveled varies depending on how the
vehicle is loaded and used, e.g., speed, road
conditions, outside temperature. The distance
traveled may be less but may also be more if
an economical driving style is used.
Safety information
Warning
The vehicle handles differently when a runflat
tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for
instance, reduced directional stability when
braking, braking distances are longer and the
self-steering properties will change. There is
a risk of accident, injury, and property dam-
age. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If the vehicle is loaded with an average
weight and used under favorable conditions,
the possible distance traveled may be up to
50 miles/80 km.
Vehicle handling with damaged tires
Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will han-
dle differently, potentially leading to conditions
such as the following:
Warning
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Greater likelihood of skidding of the vehicle.
Longer braking distances.
Heavy trailers can start swinging when con-
tinuing to drive with a flat tire. There is a
risk of accidents and risk of property damage.
Do not exceed a speed of 35 mph/60 km/h
when driving with a trailer and a flat tire. If the
trailer swings or snakes, brake immediately
and apply necessary steering corrections as
carefully as possible.
Changed self-steering properties.
Modify your driving style. Avoid abrupt steering
or driving over obstacles, for instance curbs or
potholes.
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Final tire failure
Safety information
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indi-
cate the final failure of a tire.
Warning
Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of
the tire could come loose and cause an acci-
dent.
The jack is only provided for short-term lifting
of the vehicle for wheel changes. Even if all
safety precautions are observed, there is a
risk of the raised vehicle falling if the jack tips
over. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
When the vehicle is raised with the jack, do
not lie under the vehicle and do not switch on
the drive-ready state.
Do not continue driving. Contact an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
System limits
The Flat Tire Monitor may be react with a de-
lay or malfunction in the following situations:
Warning
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A natural, even tire pressure loss in all
four tires will not be recognized. Therefore,
check the tire inflation pressure regularly.
Placing supports, e.g., wooden blocks or sim-
ilar, under the jack may reduce its ability to
bear weight because of the limited height.
The load-carrying capacity of the wooden
blocks may be exceeded and the vehicle may
tip over. There is a risk of injury or danger to
life. Do not place supports under the jack.
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Sudden and serious tire damage caused
by external circumstances cannot be recog-
nized in advance.
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The system has not been initialized.
When driving on a snow-covered or slippery
road.
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For sporty driving, e.g., due to slippage on
the drive wheels or high lateral accelera-
tion.
Warning
The jack, issued by the vehicle manufacturer,
is provided in order to perform a wheel
change in the event of a breakdown. The
jack is not designed for frequent use, e.g.,
changing from summer to winter tires. Using
the jack frequently may cause it to become
jammed or damaged. There is a risk of injury
and risk of property damage. Only use the
jack to change an emergency or spare wheel
in the event of a breakdown.
When driving with snow chains.
Changing wheels/tires
General information
When a flat tire kit is used, an immediate wheel
change when there is a tire pressure loss in the
event of a breakdown is not always necessary.
If necessary, a suitable wheel change tool, e.g.,
a jack, is available as an accessory from an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Warning
The jack may slip on soft, uneven, or slippery
ground, e.g., snow, ice, tiles, etc. There is a
risk of injury. If possible, change the wheel on
a flat, solid, slip-resistant surface.
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Securing the vehicle against rolling
away
Warning
The jack is optimized for lifting the vehicle
and for the jacking points on the vehicle only.
There is a risk of injury. Do not lift any other
vehicle or cargo using the jack.
General information
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to ad-
ditionally secure the vehicle against rolling
away when changing a wheel.
On a level surface
Warning
When the jack is not inserted into the jacking
point provided for this purpose, the vehicle
may be damaged or the jack may slip when
it is being cranked up. There is a risk of injury
and risk of property damage. When cranking
up the jack, ensure that it is inserted in the
jacking point next to the wheel well.
Warning
Place chocks or other suitable objects in front
and behind the wheel that is diagonal to the
wheel being changed.
A vehicle that is raised on a jack may fall
off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted
on it. There is a risk of injury and risk of
property damage. While the vehicle is raised,
do not exert lateral effort on the vehicle or
pull abruptly on the vehicle. Have a stuck
wheel removed by an authorized service cen-
ter or another qualified service center or re-
pair shop.
On a slight downhill gradient
NOTICE
Using an impact wrench to loosen or tighten
the wheel lock bolt can damage the wheel
lock bolt. There is a risk of property damage.
Only use a lug wrench to loosen and tighten
the wheel lock bolt.
If it is necessary to change a wheel on a slight
downhill gradient, place chocks and other suit-
able objects, e.g., rocks, under the wheels of
the front and rear axles, against the direction
that the vehicle will move.
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Screwing on
Lug bolt lock
1. To screw on, place the adapter on the
wheel lock bolt. Turn the adapter until it fits
onto the wheel lock bolt.
Principle
The wheel bolt lock offers effective protection
against wheel theft.
2. Screw on the wheel lock bolt. The tighten-
ing torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.
The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The
lug bolts can only be released with the adapter
which matches the coding.
3. After screwing on, remove the adapter
again.
Overview
Safety precautions
Take the following safety measures when
changing a wheel:
Depending on vehicle equipment, store the lug
bolt lock adapter as follows:
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In the cargo area under the cargo area
floor.
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Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip
ground at a safe distance from road traffic.
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In the cargo area on the left or right side.
In the cargo area behind a side trim panel.
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Switch on the hazard warning lights.
Engage the parking brake.
Turn the steering wheel until the front
wheels are in the straight-ahead position
and engage the steering wheel lock.
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Engage a gear or selector lever position P.
As soon as permitted by the traffic flow,
have all vehicle occupants get out and
make sure that they remain outside the
hazardous area such as behind a guardrail.
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If necessary, set up the hazard triangle
or hazard warning lights at a suitable dis-
tance.
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Lug lock bolt, arrow 1.
Adapter, arrow 2.
Depending on vehicle equipment, remove
the wheel change set and, if necessary, the
emergency wheel from the vehicle.
Unscrewing
1. To unscrew, place the adapter on the
wheel lock bolt.
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Secure the vehicle so that it does not roll
away.
2. Unscrew the lug lock bolt.
Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing the
lug bolt.
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To raise the vehicle so that you can change a
wheel, proceed as follows:
Jacking points
1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, ar-
row 1, and grasp the jack crank handle or
lever with your other hand, arrow 2.
The jacking points are located at the indicated
positions.
Jacking up the vehicle
2. Insert the jack into the rectangular recess of
the jacking point closest to the wheel to be
changed.
Warning
Hands and fingers can be jammed when us-
ing the jack. There is a risk of injury. Comply
with the described hand position and do not
change this position while using the jack.
3. Extend the jack by turning the jack crank
handle or lever clockwise.
4. Take your hand away from the jack as soon
as the jack is under load and continue turn-
ing the jack crank handle or lever with one
hand.
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5. Make sure that the car jack foot extends
vertically and is at a right angle beneath the
jacking point.
After the wheel change
After changing the wheel, do the following:
1. Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tight-
ening torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.
2. Stow the faulty wheel in the cargo area, if
necessary.
3. Check the tire pressure at the next opportu-
nity and correct as necessary.
4. Re-initialize the Flat Tire Monitor or reset
the Tire Pressure Monitor.
5. Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.
6. Crank the vehicle up until the entire jack
surface is on the ground and the cor-
responding wheel is lifted max. 1.2 in-
ches/3 cm above the ground.
6. Drive to the nearest authorized service cen-
ter or another qualified service center or
repair shop, then have the damaged tire
replaced.
Mounting a wheel
Mount one emergency wheel only, as required.
Emergency wheel
To change a wheel, proceed as follows:
1. Unscrew the lug bolts.
2. Remove the wheel.
Principle
In the event of a flat tire, one emergency spare
wheel maximum can be used as a replace-
ment for defective tires. The emergency wheel
is only intended for temporary use until the
faulty tire/wheel has been replaced.
3. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on
and screw in at least two lug bolts in a
crosswise pattern until hand-tight.
When non-original light-alloy wheels of the
vehicle manufacturer are mounted, the ac-
companying lug bolts may have to be used
as well.
General information
Also check the tire pressure of the spare wheel
in the cargo area regularly, and correct as nec-
essary.
4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and
tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise pat-
tern.
5. Turn the jack crank handle counterclock-
wise to retract the jack and lower the vehi-
cle.
Safety information
Warning
6. Remove the jack and stow it securely.
The emergency wheel has particular dimen-
sions. When driving with an emergency
wheel, changed driving properties may oc-
cur, for instance reduced directional stabil-
ity when braking, longer braking distance,
and changed self-steering properties in the
limit range. There is a risk of accident. Drive
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moderately and do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.
Overview
The emergency wheel and wheel change set
are located in the cargo area under the cargo
floor panel.
Removing the emergency wheel
To remove the emergency spare wheel, pro-
ceed as follows:
1. Fold up the cargo area floor.
2. Fold out the cargo area floor holder in order
to hold the cargo area floor in the folded-up
position.
3. Loosen the wing screw.
4. Remove the bracket or cover.
5. Remove the mount and trailer tow hitch as
necessary.
6. Remove the jacking point and the tool
holder on the left next to the emergency
wheel.
7. Push the emergency spare wheel to the left
and remove it.
Inserting the emergency wheel
To fit the emergency spare wheel, proceed as
follows:
1. Place the emergency spare wheel on the
left and slide it to the right.
2. Insert and secure the jacking point and the
tool holder on the left next to the emer-
gency wheel.
3. Where applicable, mount the holder and the
trailer hitch.
4. Position the holder or cover.
5. Screw on and tighten the wing screw.
6. Fold down the cargo area floor.
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MOBILITY
Engine compartment
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Vehicle features and options
Additional information:
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Overview
1
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal
Oil filler neck
4
5
6
7
Coolant reservoir, engine
2
3
Vehicle identification number
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal
Filler neck for washer fluid
Depending on motorization: coolant reser-
voir for additional radiator
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MOBILITY
Hood
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when opening
and closing the hood. There is a risk of in-
jury. Make sure that the area of movement of
hood is clear while opening and closing.
Safety information
Warning
Improperly executed work in the engine com-
partment can damage components and lead
to a safety hazard. There is a risk of acci-
dent, injury, and property damage. The vehi-
cle manufacturer recommends having work
in the engine compartment performed by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
NOTICE
Folded-out wipers can be jammed when the
hood is opened. There is a risk of property
damage. Make sure that the wipers with the
wiper blades mounted are folded down onto
the windshield before opening the hood.
Warning
NOTICE
The engine compartment accommodates
moving components. Certain components in
the engine compartment can also move with
the vehicle switched off, for instance the radi-
ator fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach
into the area of moving parts. Keep articles of
clothing and hair away from moving parts.
When the hood is closed, it must engage on
both sides. Pressing again can damage the
hood. There is a risk of property damage.
Open the hood again and then close it ener-
getically. Avoid pressing again.
Opening hood
The lever for unlocking the hood is located be-
hind the footwell trim.
Warning
There are protruding parts, for instance lock-
ing hooks, on the inside of the hood. There
is a risk of injury. If the hood is open, pay
attention to protruding parts and keep clear
of these areas.
1. In the footwell, pull the lever to open the
hood, arrow 1.
Hood is unlocked.
Warning
An incorrectly locked hood can open while
driving and restrict visibility. There is a risk of
accident, injury, and property damage. Stop
immediately and correctly close the hood.
2. Release the lever and pull it again, arrow 2.
Hood can be opened.
3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood.
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Closing the hood
Energetically close the hood from approx.
20 in/50 cm.
The hood must engage on both sides.
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Operating fluids
Safety information
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Caution
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi-
tionally, problems relating to drivability, start-
ing and stalling, especially under certain envi-
ronmental conditions such as high ambient
temperature and high altitude, may occur.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
If drivability problems are encountered, we
recommend switching to a high quality gaso-
line brand and a higher octane grade — AKI
number — for a few tank fills. To avoid harm-
ful engine deposits, it is highly recommended
to purchase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Fuel recommendation
General information
Depending on the region, many filling stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter
or summer conditions. Fuel that is available
in winter, for instance helps make a cold start
easier.
Failure to comply with these recommenda-
tions may result in the need for additional
maintenance.
Gasoline
Warning
General information
For the best fuel efficiency, gasoline should be
sulfur-free or have a low sulfur content.
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel
system and engine. Furthermore, the cata-
lytic converter can be permanently damaged.
There is a risk of injury and risk of property
damage. Do not refuel or add the following in
the case of gasoline engines:
Do not use any fuels that contain metal, as
indicated by the label on the gas pump.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
10 %, i.e., E10, may be used for refueling.
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Leaded gasoline.
The power and consumption specifications
correspond to operation with 98 RON E10 fuel.
Metallic additives, for instance manga-
nese or iron.
Knocking noises and driving/acoustic problems
may occur when using minimum quality fuel,
e.g., 87 AKI, or fuel with an ethanol content of
more than 10% to max. 15%. These have no
effect on the engine service life.
Do not turn on standby after refueling with
the wrong fuel. Contact an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
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NOTICE
Engine oil
Fuel that does not meet the minimum quality
requirements can cause the engine to mal-
function or become damaged. There is a risk
of property damage. Do not fill with fuel that
does not comply with the minimum quality.
Principle
The engine oil consumption and engine oil
properties depend on the driving style and op-
erating conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling by taking a detailed measure-
ment.
NOTICE
The engine oil consumption may increase in
the following situations, for example:
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system
and the engine. There is a risk of property
damage. Do not use fuels with a higher etha-
nol content than recommended. Do not refuel
with fuels containing methanol, e.g. M5 to
M100.
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Using a sporty driving style.
Break-in of the engine.
Idle operation of the engine.
With use of engine oil types that are not
recommended.
Recommended gas quality
BMW recommends AKI 91.
M Performance model:
Different Check Control messages appear on
the control display depending on the engine oil
level and engine oil properties.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends having
engine oil changed by an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop. The suitable viscosity grade is in-
dicated on a sign in the engine compartment.
BMW recommends AKI 93.
Minimum fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 87.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat-
ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds
when starting at high external temperatures.
This has no effect on the engine life.
Safety information
NOTICE
An engine oil level that is too low causes
engine damage. There is a risk of property
damage. Immediately add engine oil.
NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the engine
or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of
property damage. Do not add too much en-
gine oil. If there is excess engine oil, have
the engine oil level corrected by an author-
ized service center or another qualified serv-
ice center or repair shop.
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MOBILITY
NOTICE
When making frequent short-distance trips or
using a sporty driving style, it may not be pos-
sible to calculate a measured value. In this
case, the measured value for the last, suffi-
ciently long trip is displayed.
Engine oil that is not changed in timely fash-
ion can cause increased engine wear and
thus engine damage. There is a risk of prop-
erty damage. It is recommended that you do
not exceed the service intervals indicated in
the vehicle.
Detailed measurement
Principle
Electronic oil measurement
During a detailed measurement, the engine oil
level is checked when the vehicle is stationary
and displayed on a scale.
General information
The electronic oil measurement has two
measuring principles:
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message ap-
pears on the control display.
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Monitoring.
Detailed measurement.
General information
Perform a detailed measurement regularly if
making frequent short-distance trips or using a
sporty driving style, e.g., cornering at speed.
The idle speed increases slightly while the en-
gine oil level is measured.
Functional requirements
Monitoring
The following functional requirements apply for
detailed measurement:
Principle
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The vehicle is parked in a horizontal posi-
tion.
The engine oil level is monitored electronically
while driving and can be shown on the control
display.
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Drive-ready state is turned on by pressing
the Start/Stop button.
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
displayed.
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The engine is at operating temperature.
Selector lever is in selector lever position N
or P and accelerator pedal is not pressed.
Functional requirements
To perform the electronic oil measurement, the
following functional requirement must be met:
Performing a detailed measurement
To perform a detailed measurement of the en-
gine oil level, go through the menu as follows:
Apps menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" /
"Engine oil level" / "Oil level measurement" /
"Start measurement".
A current measured value is available after ap-
prox. 30 minutes of normal driving.
Displaying the engine oil level
To display the engine oil level on the control
display, go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Vehicle status" / "Engine oil
level".
The engine oil level is checked and displayed
via a scale.
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Overview
Adding engine oil
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com-
partment.
Principle
Only add engine oil when the message is dis-
played on the instrument cluster. The top-up
quantity is indicated in the message shown on
the control display.
Additional information:
For an overview, refer to page 362.
Adding engine oil
To top up the engine oil, proceed as follows:
Only add suitable types of engine oil.
Safely park the vehicle and turn off drive-ready
state before adding engine oil.
1. Opening the hood.
2. Turn the lock in the engine compartment
counterclockwise.
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Safety information
Warning
Operating fluids, e.g., oil, grease, coolant,
fuel, may contain harmful ingredients. There
is a risk of injury or danger to life. Follow
the instructions on the containers. Do not
allow operating fluids to come into contact
with your clothing, skin, or eyes. Do not fill
operating fluids into different bottles. Store
operating fluids out of reach of children.
3. Add engine oil.
4. Close the cap in the engine compartment.
Additional information:
Opening the hood, refer to page 363.
NOTICE
Engine oil types to add
An engine oil level that is too low causes
engine damage. There is a risk of property
damage. Immediately add engine oil.
General information
The engine oil grade is critical for the service
life of the engine.
NOTICE
Only add with the types of engine oil which are
listed.
Too much engine oil can damage the engine
or the catalytic converter. There is a risk of
property damage. Do not add too much en-
gine oil. If there is excess engine oil, have
the engine oil level corrected by an author-
ized service center or another qualified serv-
ice center or repair shop.
Safety information
NOTICE
Oil additives can damage the engine. There
is a risk of property damage. Do not use oil
additives.
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NOTICE
Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunctions in
the engine or damage it. There is a risk of
property damage. When selecting an engine
oil, make sure that the engine oil has the cor-
rect oil specification.
Suitable engine oil types
When topping up engine oil, the following oil
specification applies:
Coolant
Gasoline engine
General information
The coolant consists of water and a coolant
additive.
BMW Longlife-22 FE++.
Alternative engine oil types
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for the vehicle. The vehicle manu-
facturer recommends using coolant with the
BMW LC-18 specification. Do not mix additives
of different colors. Observe the water - additive
mixture ratio of 50:50. For information on suit-
able additives, contact an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
If an engine oil suitable for continuous use
is not available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an
engine oil with the following oil rating can be
added:
Oil specification
API SL.
API SM.
Safety information
API SN.
Warning
Viscosity grades
With the engine hot and the cooling system
open, coolant can escape and lead to scald-
ing. There is a risk of injury. Only open the
cooling system with the engine cooled down.
When selecting an engine oil, make sure that
the engine oil has a suitable viscosity grade.
The suitable viscosity grade is indicated on a
sign in the engine compartment.
More information about suitable oil specifica-
tions and engine oil viscosity grades can be
requested from an authorized service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
Warning
Additives are harmful to health. Using the
wrong additives can damage the engine.
There is a risk of injury and risk of property
damage. Do not allow additives to come into
contact with skin, eyes or articles of clothing.
Use suitable additives only.
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NOTICE
6. The coolant level is correct when it is just
below the max. level mark on the filler neck.
Too much water reduces the coolant's frost
protection and corrosion protection. There is
a risk of property damage. Use a 50:50 mix-
ing ratio of water to coolant additive.
Coolant level
General information
Depending on the drive variant, there are up to
two coolant reservoirs in the engine compart-
ment. Check coolant levels on a regular basis
and refill as necessary.
7. Close the coolant reservoir cap.
Additional information:
Climate control, refer to page 271.
Opening the hood, refer to page 363.
The coolant reservoir may be overfilled with
coolant when the vehicle is delivered from the
factory or following maintenance measures.
The specified coolant level is achieved with
longer operating periods.
Adding coolant
To refill the coolant, proceed as follows:
1. Allow the engine to cool down.
2. Turn off the climate control system.
3. Opening the hood.
The nominal coolant level is indicated by the
maximum mark in the filler neck of the coolant
reservoir.
4. Turn the coolant reservoir cap slightly
counterclockwise until the excess pressure
dissipates.
Additional information:
For an overview, refer to page 362.
5. Open the coolant reservoir cap.
Checking the coolant level
6. If necessary, slowly add coolant up to the
specified fill level. Be careful not to spill
coolant.
To check the coolant level, proceed as follows.
1. Allow the engine to cool down.
2. Turn off the climate control system.
3. Opening the hood.
7. Close the coolant reservoir cap.
Additional information:
4. Turn the coolant reservoir cap slightly
counterclockwise until the excess pressure
dissipates.
Climate control, refer to page 271.
Opening the hood, refer to page 363.
5. Open the coolant reservoir cap.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen-
tal protection regulations when dispos-
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
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Washer fluid
NOTICE
Silicon-containing additives in the washer
fluid for the water-repelling effect on the
windows can lead to damage to the car
wash. There is a risk of property damage.
Do not add silicon-containing additives to the
washer fluid.
Principle
Washer fluid is used to clean the windshields
and sensors. All spray nozzles are supplied
from one tank.
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield
washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield
washer concentrate containing antifreeze can
be used.
NOTICE
Recommended minimum fill quantity: 0.4 US
gal/2 liters.
Mixing different windshield washer fluid con-
centrates or antifreeze can damage the
washer system. There is a risk of property
damage. Do not mix different windshield
washer fluid concentrates or antifreeze. Fol-
low the information and mixture ratios pro-
vided on the containers.
Safety information
Warning
Some types of antifreeze can contain harmful
substances and are flammable. There is a
risk of fire and an injury hazard. Follow the in-
structions on the containers. Keep antifreeze
away from ignition sources. Do not fill operat-
ing fluids into different bottles. Store operat-
ing fluids out of reach of children.
Overview
United States: the washer fluid mixture ratio
is regulated by the U.S. EPA and many in-
dividual states; do not exceed the allowable
washer fluid dilution ratio limits that apply.
Follow the usage instructions on the washer
fluid container.
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en-
gine compartment.
Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concen-
trate or the equivalent is recommended.
Malfunction
Warning
The use of undiluted windshield washer fluid
concentrate or alcohol-based antifreeze can
lead to incorrect readings at temperatures be-
low +5 ℉/-15 ℃.
Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con-
tact with hot engine parts. There is a risk of
injury and risk of property damage. Only add
washer fluid when the engine is cooled down.
Next, fully close the lid of the washer fluid
reservoir.
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Maintenance
Information on service notifications can be
shown on the control display.
Vehicle features and options
Additional information:
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.
Service notifications, refer to page 151.
Service data in the vehicle key
Additional information:
Information on the service notifications is con-
tinuously stored in the vehicle key. An author-
ized service center can read this data out and
suggest a maintenance scope for the vehicle.
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Maintenance system
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle
key with which the vehicle was driven most
recently.
Principle
The maintenance system provides service no-
tifications and thereby provides support in
maintaining road safety and the operational
reliability of the vehicle.
Stationary periods
Stationary periods during which the vehicle
battery was disconnected are taken into ac-
count.
General information
Some maintenance measures are time-de-
pendent, e.g., replacing operating fluids. Have
this maintenance work updated by an author-
ized service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
In some cases, scopes and intervals of the
maintenance system may vary according to
the country version. Replacement work, spare
parts, fuels and lubricants, and wear materials
are calculated separately. Further information
is available from an authorized service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
Maintenance Booklet for US
Models
Please consult your Maintenance Booklet for
additional information on the performance of
service and maintenance work.
Condition Based Service
Principle
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that maintenance and repair be performed by
an authorized service center or another quali-
fied service center or repair shop. Records of
regular maintenance and repair work should
be retained.
Condition Based Service determines the main-
tenance recommendation using sensors and
special algorithms that take into account the
operating conditions of the vehicle.
The maintenance recommendation is deter-
mined according to the individual usage profile
of the vehicle.
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Overview
Diagnostic socket
Principle
Using the diagnostic socket, the vehicle owner
can also have data saved to the vehicle read
out, for a fee as required, by an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
General information
Devices connected to the diagnostic socket will
trigger the alarm system after the vehicle is
locked.
The diagnostic socket for reading out vehicle
data is located on the driver’s side.
Exhaust emissions
Disconnect devices from the diagnostic socket
before locking the vehicle.
▷
The warning light illuminates:
Additional information:
The exhaust gas quality is declining,
e.g., because the fuel filler cap is
fitted incorrectly. Have the vehicle
checked as soon as possible.
Indicator/warning lights, refer to page 135.
Safety information
▷
The warning light flashes under certain cir-
cumstances:
NOTICE
This indicates that there is excessive misfir-
ing in the engine.
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an in-
tricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to
check the vehicle’s primary emissions sys-
tem. Improper use of the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis, or contact with the socket for On-
board Diagnosis for other than its intended
purpose, can cause vehicle malfunctions and
creates risks of personal and property dam-
age. As such, it is strongly recommended that
access to the diagnostic socket be limited to
an authorized service center or another quali-
fied service center or repair shop, or other
persons who have specialized training and
equipment and who are able to use the diag-
nostic socket correctly.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the ve-
hicle checked immediately; otherwise, se-
rious engine misfiring within a brief pe-
riod can seriously damage emission control
components, in particular the catalytic con-
verter.
Have the vehicle checked by an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Taking the vehicle out of
service
When the vehicle is shut down for longer
than three months, special measures must
be taken. For more information, contact an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
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Additional information:
Deep sleep mode, refer to page 42.
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Replacing components
Vehicle features and options
NOTICE
Folded-out wipers can be jammed when the
hood is opened. There is a risk of property
damage. Make sure that the wipers with the
wiper blades mounted are folded down onto
the windshield before opening the hood.
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.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Replacing the front wiper blades
To replace the front wiper blades, proceed as
follows:
Onboard vehicle tool kit
1. Move the wipers to the fold-out position.
2. Lift the wipers off the windshield and hold.
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located under
the cargo area floor.
3. Press the button on the wiper, arrow 1, turn
the wiper blade clockwise slightly, then pull
it forward and out, arrow 2.
Wiper blades
Safety information
NOTICE
The window may sustain damage if the wiper
falls onto it without the wiper blade installed.
There is a risk of property damage. Hold the
wiper firmly when changing the wiper blade.
Do not fold in or switch on the wiper without
a wiper blade installed.
4. Insert the new wiper blade by pressing it on
until you hear it snap into the holder.
5. Fold in the wipers.
Additional information:
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Fold-out position of the wipers, refer to
page 164.
Safety information
Warning
Replacing the rear wiper blade
Intense brightness can irritate or damage the
retina of the eye. There is a risk of injury. Do
not look directly into the headlights or other
light sources. Do not remove the LED covers.
The rear wiper blade is engaged on the end
of the wiper arm. To replace the wiper blade,
proceed as follows:
1. Push the lever on the wiper arm down, ar-
row 1, and pull off the wiper blade, arrow 2.
Headlight glass
The inside of the headlight glass may fog up in
cool or damp weather. Condensation will dis-
appear after a short time when driving with the
lights on. The headlight glass does not need to
be changed.
If, despite driving with the headlights switched
on, moisture such as water droplets increas-
ingly forms in the light, have the headlights
checked.
2. Attach the new wiper blade. The wiper
blade must engage audibly.
Vehicle battery
Lights and bulbs
Principle
The vehicle battery is maintenance-free.
Principle
More information on the vehicle battery can be
requested from an authorized service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
The bulbs and lights contribute significantly to
driving safety.
All headlights and lights are designed using
LED technology at least.
Safety information
In the event of a malfunction, the vehicle man-
ufacturer recommends having any necessary
work performed by an authorized service cen-
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or dan-
ger to life. Do not touch any components that
are under voltage.
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Icon
Meaning
Warning
Flush acid splashes with wa-
ter immediately. In the event of
contact with the eyes or swal-
lowing, seek a physician imme-
diately.
Vehicle batteries that are not recommended
can damage vehicle systems and impair ve-
hicle functions. There is a risk of accident, in-
jury, and property damage. Only use vehicle
batteries recommended by the vehicle manu-
facturer. For information on suitable vehicle
batteries, contact an authorized service cen-
ter or another qualified service center or re-
pair shop.
No direct daylight, no frost.
Follow the operating instruc-
tions.
Registering the vehicle battery in
the vehicle
Explosive gas mixture. Do not
close any openings of the bat-
tery.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends hav-
ing an authorized service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop register
the vehicle battery to the vehicle after the bat-
tery has been changed. Once the battery has
been registered again, all comfort features will
be available without limitation and any Check
Control messages displayed which relate to
comfort features will disappear.
Charging the vehicle battery
Principle
Make sure that the vehicle battery is always
sufficiently charged to ensure that the vehicle
battery can be used for its entire service life.
A discharged battery is indicated by a
red indicator light.
Hazard icons
The following hazard symbols can be found on
the vehicle battery:
Charge the vehicle battery when the drive-off
power is insufficient.
Icon
Meaning
The following circumstances can negatively af-
fect the vehicle battery's performance:
No smoking, no open flames,
no sparks.
▷
▷
Frequent short-distance drives.
Stationary periods of more than one month.
Wear safety goggles.
Safety information
Keep away from children.
Warning
Battery chargers that charge the vehicle bat-
tery via sockets or cigarette lighters in the
vehicle may overload or damage the 12 V
electrical system. There is a risk of injury
and risk of property damage. Only connect
battery chargers for the vehicle battery to the
Risk of chemical burn: wear
gloves, do not tilt battery.
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jump-start terminals in the engine compart-
ment.
Safety information
DANGER
Charging the vehicle battery
To charge the vehicle battery, first switch off
the engine, then use the jump-start terminals
in the engine compartment.
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or dan-
ger to life. Do not touch any components that
are under voltage.
With mild hybrid technology: Open the hood
before charging the vehicle battery.
General information
Additional information:
The battery for mild hybrid technology is lo-
cated below the cargo area floor. On vehicles
equipped with mild hybrid technology, do not
remove the cargo area floor or fold up the front
part.
Jump-start terminals, refer to page 384.
Power interruption
After a power interruption, some equipment
needs to be newly initialized or individual set-
tings updated, for example:
Additional information:
Cargo area floor, refer to page 300.
▷
▷
Initialize the parking brake.
Notice
With memory function: Save the positions
again.
Do not exchange or work on the battery for the
Mild Hybrid technology.
▷
▷
▷
Time: Update.
Date: Update.
Disposing of old batteries
With glass sunroof: Initialize system.
Have old batteries disposed of by an
authorized service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop,
or take them to a collection point.
Additional information:
Initialize the parking brake after a power inter-
ruption, refer to page 131.
Transport and store full vehicle batteries in an
upright position. Secure the battery so that it
does not tip over during transport.
Deep sleep mode
Use deep sleep mode for long stationary peri-
ods.
Batteries contain harmful chemicals. It
is prohibited by law to dispose of bat-
teries together with household waste.
Additional information:
Deep sleep mode, refer to page 42.
Mild Hybrid technology
Fuses
Principle
Part of the Mild Hybrid technology is a battery
that works with a voltage of 48 volts. Mild Hy-
brid technology can lower the fuel consump-
tion.
General information
The fuses are located at different places in the
vehicle.
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Information on the fuse layout and the posi-
tions of the fuse boxes is available on the In-
Safety information
Warning
Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload
electrical lines and components. There is
a risk of fire, injury, and property damage.
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do not
replace a nonworking fuse with a substitute
of another color or amperage rating.
Replacing fuses
The vehicle manufacturer recommends having
the fuses replaced by an authorized service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
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Breakdown Assistance
To remove the warning triangle, push the
warning triangle to one side and remove it.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
First-aid kit
Depending on the vehicle equipment and na-
tional-market version, the vehicle is equipped
with a first-aid kit.
Additional information:
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Some of the articles have a limited service
life. Check the expiration dates for the con-
tents regularly, replacing any expired items
promptly.
Hazard warning system
Storage
The first-aid kit is stored in the net on the right
side of the cargo area.
BMW Assistance
The button for the hazard warning sys-
tem is located on the center console.
Principle
BMW Assist includes various services having
to do with the vehicle, e.g., customer support.
The services help maintain mobility.
The red light in the button flashes when the
hazard warning system is turned on.
General information
The offering depends on the vehicle equip-
ment and the national-market version.
Warning triangle
For more information on possible services, the
vehicle manufacturer recommends contacting
an authorized service center or Customer Re-
lations/Customer Support.
Starting services
To start BMW Assist, go through the menu as
follows: Apps menu / "All" / "BMW Assist" /
"BMW Assist".
The warning triangle is located on the inside of
the tailgate.
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A voice connection to Customer Relations/cus-
tomer support is being established.
BMW Roadside Assistance can be started
manually as follows:
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "All" / "BMW Assist".
BMW Roadside Assistance
2. "BMW Roadside Assistance" or select the
desired service.
Principle
Follow the displays on the control display.
A voice connection is established as neces-
sary.
The BMW Group Accident Assistance is stand-
ing by to provide help in the event of a break-
down.
Teleservice Diagnosis
General information
In the event of a breakdown, data on the ve-
hicle's condition is transmitted to the BMW
Roadside Assistance.
Teleservice Diagnostics enables detailed vehi-
cle data to be transmitted via mobile commu-
nications, which is necessary for vehicle diag-
nosis. This data is transmitted automatically.
It may be necessary to approve this on the
control display.
There are various ways of contacting BMW
Roadside Assistance.
▷
Via additional text in the Check Control
message.
Teleservice Help
▷
▷
Via a call with a mobile phone.
Via the My BMW App.
Depending on the country, Teleservice Help
enables an in-depth diagnosis of the vehicle by
BMW Roadside Assistance via wireless trans-
mission.
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements must be
met for BMW Roadside Assistance:
Teleservice Help can be started once it is re-
quested by BMW Roadside Assistance.
1. Park vehicle in a safe place.
2. Engage the parking brake.
3. Turn on the control display.
4. Consent to Teleservice Help.
▷
An active ConnectedDrive contract, vehicle
equipped with Intelligent Emergency Call or
BMW ConnectedDrive services.
▷
▷
Vehicle must have mobile network recep-
tion.
Standby state is switched on.
BMW Accident Assistance
Starting BMW Roadside Assistance
manually
If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices,
support is first offered through Teleservice Di-
agnosis and, where applicable, then through
Teleservice Help.
Principle
The BMW Group Accident Assistance is stand-
ing by to provide help in the event of an acci-
dent.
General information
If the vehicle sensors detect a minor to moder-
ately severe accident, which did not deploy any
airbags, a Check Control message is displayed
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in the instrument cluster. In addition, a text
message appears on the control display.
Follow the displays on the control display.
A voice connection is established.
When BMW Accident Assistance is triggered,
data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW.
Emergency Call
Functional requirements
The following functional requirements must be
met for BMW Accident Assistance:
Principle
In case of an emergency, an emergency call
can be triggered automatically by the system
or manually.
▷
An active ConnectedDrive contract, vehicle
equipped with Intelligent Emergency Call or
BMW ConnectedDrive services.
Intelligent emergency call
The vehicle features an Intelligent Emergency
Call system, depending on vehicle equipment.
▷
▷
Vehicle must have mobile network recep-
tion.
Standby state is switched on.
The Intelligent Assist system establishes a
connection with the BMW Response Center.
Starting BMW Accident Assistance
Intelligent emergency calls are made using a
SIM card that is integrated into the vehicle.
If an accident is detected automatically
The BMW Response Center then makes con-
tact with the occupants of the vehicle and ini-
tiates further steps to help.
A text message relating to BMW Accident As-
sistance appears on the control display.
The connection can be established directly:
"Contact accident assistance"
If an intelligent emergency call is made, the
data used to determine necessary rescue
measures, e.g., the vehicle's current location
if it can be determined, is sent to the BMW
Response Center.
The Check Control message for BMW Accident
Assistance can also be called up from the
stored Check Control messages for a certain
length of time.
Even if the driver is unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can, under certain cir-
cumstances, initiate steps to provide further
assistance.
Additional information:
Check Control, refer to page 135.
Starting BMW Accident Assistance
manually
BMW Accident Assistance can also be con-
tacted independently of the automatic accident
detection function.
Even if the BMW Response Center is no longer
heard through the loudspeakers, the BMW Re-
sponse Center may still be able to hear the
occupants of the vehicle.
The BMW Response Center ends the emer-
gency call.
BMW Accident Assistance can be started man-
ually as follows:
General information
Only press the SOS button in the headliner in
an emergency.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "All" / "BMW Assist".
2. "BMW Accident Assistance" or select the
desired service.
For technical reasons, the emergency call can-
not be guaranteed under unfavorable condi-
tions.
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▷
The LED is illuminated green when an
Emergency Call has been initiated.
Overview
If a cancel prompt appears on the control
display, the emergency call can be aborted.
If the situation allows, wait in the vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab-
lished.
▷
The LED flashes green when the connec-
tion to the BMW Response Center has been
established.
The SOS button is located in the head-
liner.
Malfunction
The function of the emergency call may be im-
paired.
Functional requirements
To use the emergency call, the following func-
tional requirements must be met:
The LED near the SOS button flashes for ap-
proximately 30 seconds. A Check Control mes-
sage is displayed.
▷
▷
Standby state is switched on.
Have the vehicle checked by an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
The Emergency Call system is functioning
correctly.
▷
The integrated SIM card in the vehicle has
been activated.
Jump-starting
Automatic triggering
Principle
Under certain conditions, for example if the
airbags are deployed, an emergency call is au-
tomatically triggered immediately after an acci-
dent of corresponding severity. Automatic Col-
lision Notification is not affected by pressing
the SOS button.
If the vehicle battery is discharged, the com-
bustion engine can be started using the bat-
tery on another vehicle and two jumper cables.
Only use jumper cables with fully insulated
clamp handles.
If an emergency call is placed, all other signal
tones and audio sources such as the Park Dis-
tance Control are muted.
Safety information
DANGER
Manual triggering
To initiate an emergency call manually, pro-
ceed as follows:
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or dan-
ger to life. Do not touch any components that
are under voltage.
1. Tap the cover flap.
2. Press and hold the SOS button in the head-
liner until the LED near the button illumi-
nates green.
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Warning
3. Attach the second terminal clamp to the
positive battery terminal, or to the corre-
sponding jump-start terminal, of the vehicle
being started.
If the jumper cables are connected in the
incorrect order, spark formation may occur.
There is a risk of injury. Pay attention to the
correct order during connection.
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative battery termi-
nal, or to the corresponding engine or body
ground of assisting vehicle.
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative battery terminal, or to the corre-
sponding engine/body ground, of the vehi-
cle being started.
Warning
In the case of body contact between the two
vehicles, a short circuit can occur while jump-
starting. There is a risk of injury and risk of
property damage. Make sure that no body
contact occurs.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1. Start the engine on the donor vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at an increased
idle speed.
Preparation
1. Check whether the vehicle battery of the
other vehicle has a voltage of 12 volts. The
voltage information can be found on the ve-
hicle battery.
If the vehicle to be started has a diesel en-
gine: Let the engine on the donor vehicle
run for approx. 10 minutes.
2. Switch off the engine on the donor vehicle.
2. Start the engine on the vehicle to be started
as usual.
3. Switch off any power consumers in both
vehicles.
If the first attempt to start the engine is not
successful, wait a few minutes before mak-
ing another attempt in order to allow the
discharged battery to recharge.
Jump-start terminals
The jump-start terminals are located in the en-
gine compartment.
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.
Open the covers of the jump-start terminals.
Additional information:
4. Disconnect the jumper cables again in the
reverse order.
For an overview, refer to page 362.
Check the vehicle battery and recharge, if
needed.
Connecting jumper cables
Before starting, turn off all unnecessary elec-
tronic systems/components, e.g., radio, on the
donor and receiver vehicles.
1. Open the lid of the jump-start terminal.
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive battery termi-
nal, or to the corresponding jump-start ter-
minal of the vehicle providing assistance.
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the rear wheels only. Also make sure that no
wheel is touching the ground.
Tow-starting/towing
Safety information
Warning
Warning
The vehicle can become damaged when lift-
ing and securing it. There is a risk of injury
and risk of property damage.
When towing while safety systems or driver
assistance systems are activated, the behav-
ior of the individual systems may lead to an
accident, e.g., due to automatic braking or
acceleration. There is a risk of accident, in-
jury, and property damage. Do not use the
corresponding safety systems or driver assis-
tance systems when towing.
▷
Only lift the vehicle using a suitable de-
vice.
▷
Do not lift or secure the vehicle on the
towing eye, rims, body components, or
chassis components.
▷
For transport, secure the vehicle by plac-
ing special tire straps over the tire tread
surfaces in the vehicle's longitudinal di-
rection.
Pushing the vehicle
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the
hazard area, it can be pushed for distances
of approx. 328 ft/100 m at a speed of max.
6 mph/10 km/h.
Tow truck
Additional information:
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 123.
Transporting the vehicle
Principle
When towing the vehicle, make sure to tow it in
the direction of traffic.
Have vehicle transported on a loading platform
or use a tow dolly.
The vehicle must be transported by an author-
ized service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
When using a tow dolly, make sure that
none of the wheels touch the ground. This
method should be used for distances of
200 km/124 miles. Follow the instructions, as
well as specified loads and speeds, given by
the tow dolly manufacturer.
Safety information
NOTICE
The vehicle can be damaged when towing
the vehicle with a single lifted axle. There
is a risk of property damage. Have vehicle
transported on a loading platform or use a
tow dolly. Tow dollies must be used under
Towing other vehicles
Principle
Switch on the hazard warning system, de-
pending on local regulations.
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If the electrical system fails, mark the vehicle
being towed clearly by placing a sign or warn-
ing triangle in the rear window.
Tow rope
Observe the following notes when using the
tow rope:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable
the vehicle to be towed without jerking.
Safety information
Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when
fastening.
Warning
If the approved gross vehicle weight of the
towing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be
towed, the towing eye can tear off or it will
not be possible to control vehicle handling.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Make sure that the gross vehi-
cle weight of the towing vehicle is heavier
than the vehicle to be towed.
Check the attachment of the towing eye
and tow rope in regular intervals.
Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
Do not exceed a towing distance of
3 miles/5 km.
When driving off to tow the vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
Towing eye
Warning
Different levels of braking may occur when
towing with adaptive recuperation. There is a
risk of accident, injury, and property damage.
Deactivate adaptive recuperation before tow-
ing.
Principle
The towing eye is a device that can be
screwed onto the vehicle in order to, e.g., se-
cure tow cables or tow rods.
General information
NOTICE
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor-
rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can oc-
cur. There is a risk of property damage. Cor-
rectly attach the tow bar or tow rope to the
towing eye.
Tow bar
The towing eyes used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
The screw-in towing eye should always be car-
ried in the vehicle.
If it is not possible to avoid mounting the tow
bar at an incline, note the following:
The towing eye can be screwed in at the front
or rear of the vehicle.
▷
Free movement will be restricted when cor-
nering.
▷
The inclination of the tow bar will generate
lateral forces.
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Safety information
Towing eye thread
NOTICE
If the towing eye is not used as intended,
there may be damage to the vehicle or to the
towing eye. There is a risk of property dam-
age. Follow the notes on using the towing
eye.
Storage
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to
push it out.
Depending on vehicle equipment, the towing
eye may be stored in a bag as follows:
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In the cargo area under the cargo area
floor.
Tow-starting
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
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In the cargo area on the left or right side.
In the cargo area behind a side trim panel.
Start the engine by jump-starting, if possible.
Have the cause of starting issues corrected by
an authorized service center or another quali-
fied service center or repair shop.
Using the towing eye
When using the towing eye, note the following:
Additional information:
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Use only the towing eye provided with the
vehicle.
Jump-starting, refer to page 383.
Turn the towing eye at least 5 turns clock-
wise and screw it in as far as it will go. If
necessary, tighten with a suitable object.
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After use, unscrew the towing eye counter-
clockwise.
Use the towing eye for towing on paved
roads only.
Avoid lateral loading of the towing eye, for
instance do not lift the vehicle by the towing
eye.
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Check the attachment of the towing eye in
regular intervals.
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Vehicle care
Steam-jet cleaner and high
pressure cleaner
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes model-specific equip-
ment, systems, and functions that are currently
available, or may become available in the fu-
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.
Safety information
NOTICE
Additional information:
When using high-pressure cleaners, compo-
nents can be damaged due to the pressure
or high temperatures or because an insuffi-
cient distance was maintained. There is a risk
of property damage. Maintain sufficient dis-
tance and do not spray too long continuously.
Follow the operating instructions for the high
pressure cleaners.
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.
Washing the vehicle
General information
The vehicle must be washed more frequently,
especially in the winter.
Foreign objects, e.g. leaves or snow, must be
removed from the area below the windshield
on a regular basis. The wipers can be folded
down in order to clean the windshield com-
pletely.
Distances and temperature
When cleaning with a steam/high-pressure
cleaner, use the following distances and tem-
peratures:
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Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.
Additional information:
Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,
seals and lights: 12 inches/30 cm.
Fold-out position of the wipers, refer to
page 164.
Automatic car washes or car
washes
Safety information
NOTICE
Safety information
When washing with an open fuel filler flap,
damage may occur. There is a risk of prop-
erty damage. Close the fuel filler flap before
washing. Clean dirt behind the fuel filler flap
with a cloth.
NOTICE
Improper use of automatic car washes can
cause damage to the vehicle. There is a risk
of property damage. Follow the following in-
structions:
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Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
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Note the permissible vehicle dimensions
for the car wash.
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Do not drive through a car wash with
guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm to
avoid damage to the body.
Lights
When cleaning, do not rub wet lights dry, and
do not use abrasive or acidic cleaning agents
or cleaning agents containing alcohol. Soak
the area soiled by insects with an insect re-
mover and rinse with water. Thaw ice with de-
icing spray, do not use an ice scraper.
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Observe the tire width of the guide rail to
avoid damage to tires and rims.
Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage
to the exterior mirrors.
Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary,
rain sensor to avoid damage to the win-
dow wiper system.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them. Otherwise, their braking
effect may be reduced. The heat generated
while braking dries the brake disks and brake
pads and protects them from corrosion.
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Take off all removable attachments, e.g.,
antennas.
Driving into a car wash
Completely remove all wash residue, e.g.,
smearing, on the window glass to ensure suffi-
cient visibility and to reduce wiper noise and
wiper blade wear.
NOTICE
Selector lever position P is automatically en-
gaged when standby state is switched off.
The wheels are blocked. There is a risk of
property damage. Do not switch off standby
if the vehicle is meant to coast, e.g., in a car
wash.
Vehicle care
Vehicle care products
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll
freely. To do so, selector lever position N must
be engaged. The parking brake must not be
applied.
General information
BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning agents from BMW. Suitable vehicle
care products are available from an authorized
service center or another qualified service cen-
ter or repair shop.
Some car washes do not permit persons in the
vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from the
outside when in selector lever position N. A
signal sounds when an attempt is made to lock
the vehicle.
Safety information
Additional information:
Warning
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to
page 123.
Cleaning agents can contain substances that
are dangerous and harmful to your health.
There is a risk of injury and risk of property
damage. When cleaning the interior, open the
doors or windows. Only use cleaning agents
that are intended for cleaning the respective
component. Follow the instructions on the
packaging.
Driving out of a car wash
When exiting a car wash, make sure that the
vehicle key is in the vehicle.
Turn on drive-ready state.
Additional information:
Drive-ready state, refer to page 43.
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Vehicle paintwork
Synthetic leather care
Dust and crumbs can work into pores and
folds, causing heavy abrasion and premature
degradation of the artificial leather surface.
General information
Regular vehicle care contributes to driving
safety and value retention. Environmental in-
fluences in areas with elevated air pollution
or natural contaminants can affect the vehicle
paintwork. Environmental influences include
tree resin or pollen, for example.
Clean synthetic leather regularly with a damp
microfiber cloth or vacuum cleaner.
In case of major soiling, use a moist soft
sponge or microfiber cloth with suitable interior
cleaners.
To prevent paint alteration and discoloration,
remove corrosive substances immediately.
Corrosive substances include spilled fuel, oil,
grease, or bird droppings, for example.
To prevent artificial leather alteration and
discoloration, remove corrosive substances
immediately. Corrosive substances include
sunscreen, for example.
Matte paintwork
Only use cleaning and care products suitable
for vehicles with matte paintwork.
Fabric care
General information
In case of major soiling, use a moist soft
sponge or microfiber cloth with suitable interior
cleaners.
Plastic wrap
Use only cleaning and care products that are
suitable for vehicles with a plastic wrap.
To prevent material alteration and discolor-
ation, remove corrosive substances immedi-
ately. Corrosive substances include sunscreen,
for example.
Leather care
Dust and crumbs can work into pores and
folds, causing heavy abrasion and premature
degradation of the leather surface.
Safety information
Clean leather regularly with a damp cloth or
vacuum cleaner.
NOTICE
Certain clothes and other influences can cause
discoloration of the leather. To prevent discol-
oration, clean and maintain the leather roughly
every two months.
Open hook and loop fasteners, zippers, or
applications, e.g., studs on clothing can dam-
age the seat covers and the other fabric and
leather covers in the vehicle. There is a risk of
property damage. Make sure that the fasten-
ers are closed.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be-
cause contamination on such surfaces is sub-
stantially more visible.
Use leather care products to preserve the pro-
tective layer of the leather.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum the cushions regularly with a vacuum
cleaner. Clean extensively down to the seams.
Avoid rubbing the material vigorously.
To prevent leather alteration and discolor-
ation, remove corrosive substances immedi-
ately. Corrosive substances include sunscreen,
for example.
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the brake disks and brake pads and protects
them from corrosion.
Textile care
Use microfiber cloth soaked with water to
clean minor soiling.
Chrome surfaces
Carefully clean chrome-like surfaces, especially
if exposed to road salt, using plenty of water
and adding auto shampoo as needed.
Alcantara
Use microfiber cloth soaked with water to
clean minor soiling. Avoid rubbing the material
vigorously.
Rubber components
Environmental influences can cause surface
contamination of rubber parts and a loss of
shine. Use only water and suitable cleaning
agents for cleaning.
Caring for special components
Displays, operating elements, and
protective glass of the Head-up
display
Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber
care products at regular intervals. To avoid
damage or noise, use care products containing
silicon to maintain the rubber sealing rings.
NOTICE
Surfaces can be damaged by improper
cleaning, e.g., by using chemical cleaners, or
from moisture or liquid of any kind. There is a
risk of property damage.
Wiper blades
The wiper blades are cleaned by using the
window washer system.
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Avoid pressure that is too high and do
not use any scratching materials.
To prevent a reduction in wiper quality, avoid
cleaning the wiper blades manually unless
necessary.
Use a dry, clean antistatic microfiber
cloth for cleaning displays.
Fine wood parts
Clean the fine wood veneer and fine wood
components with a damp cloth. Then dry with
a soft cloth.
Clean the operating elements and, de-
pending on vehicle equipment, the pro-
tective glass of the Head-up display with
a damp microfiber cloth and standard
household dish soap.
Plastic components
Light-alloy wheels
NOTICE
Corrosive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning agents
can damage the rim surface and the protec-
tive layer on adjacent components, e.g., the
brakes.
Solvent cleaners that contain alcohol or sol-
vents such as lacquer thinners, cold cleaning
agents, fuel and such, can damage plastic
parts. There is a risk of property damage.
Clean with a microfiber cloth. Dampen the
cloth lightly with water, if needed.
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral rim
cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do
not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam-jet
cleaners above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow instruc-
tions given by the manufacturer.
When cleaning plastic parts, make sure that no
fabric parts, e.g., the headliner, become wet.
After cleaning, apply the brakes briefly to dry
them. The heat generated while braking dries
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are securely fastened again after they were
removed, for instance for cleaning.
Carbon parts
For easy cleaning of carbon parts, use a micro-
fiber cloth, water, and silicone-free cleaner to
remove everyday soiling.
The floor mats can be removed from the inte-
rior for cleaning.
Corrosive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning agents
can alter the surface.
If the carpets are heavily soiled, clean them
with a microfiber cloth and water or a fabric
cleaner. Rub back and forth in the direction
of travel to prevent the carpet from becoming
matted.
If necessary, have carbon parts removed by an
authorized service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Seat belts
Sensors and camera lenses
Cleaning the front camera and
rearview camera
If soiling is detected, cleaning of front camera
and rear-view camera is offered on the control
display or can be switched on manually.
Warning
Chemical solvent cleaners can destroy the
fabric of the seat belts and lead to seat belts
no longer having their protective effect. There
is a risk of injury or danger to life. Use only a
mild soap solution for cleaning the seat belts.
1. Go through the menu as follows: Apps
menu / "Vehicle" / "Parking" / "More" /
"Camera cleaning".
The seat belts should be cleaned for safety
reasons. Dirty belt straps impede the reeling
action and thus should be avoided for safety
reasons.
2. Select the desired setting.
Use only a mild soap solution for cleaning the
installed belt straps.
Seat belts should only be allowed to retract if
they are dry.
Carpets and floor mats
Warning
Objects in the driver's footwell can limit the
pedal travel or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of accident, injury, and prop-
erty damage. Stow objects in the vehicle such
that they are secured and cannot enter into
the driver's footwell. Use floor mats that are
suitable for the vehicle and can be safely at-
tached to the floor. Do not use loose floor
mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Make sure that there is sufficient clearance
for the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats
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