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Driving precautions
DRIVING HINTS
Driving precautions
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With petrol engine4500 rpm and 160 km/h,
approx. 100 mph.
Vehicle equipment
With diesel engine3500 rpm and 150 km/h,
approx. 93 mph.
This chapter describes equipment, systems
and functions which are offered or may be of-
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-
tion.
Generally avoid kickdown and driving under full
load.
From 2000 km, 1200 miles onwards
For further information:
Rotational speed and vehicle speed can be
gradually increased.
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.
Running-in instructions
Tyres
Due to the manufacturing process, new tyres
do not achieve their full road grip immediately.
General
Drive moderately for the first 300 km,
200 miles.
Moving parts need to adjust to each other.
The following notes will help to maximise the
vehicle's lifetime and efficiency.
Brake system
Do not use Launch Control when running in.
Brake discs and brake pads must be run in
to avoid effects that can lead to brake noise.
Drive moderately for the first 500 km, approx.
300 miles.
Safety information
WARNING
After fitting new parts
Please comply with the running-in procedures
again if the components previously referred to
are renewed.
New parts and components can cause safety
and driver assistance systems to respond
with a delay. There is a risk of accident. After
new parts have been installed or if the vehi-
cle is new, drive moderately and take action
promptly if necessary. Please comply with
running-in procedures for the corresponding
parts and components.
Driving on poor road
surfaces
Engine, transmission and
differential
Principle
The increased ground clearance means that
the vehicle can be driven on different types of
road surfaces with different properties.
Up to 2000 km, 1200 miles
Do not exceed the maximum rotational speed
and vehicle speed:
All-wheel drive can help to improve drive.
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Safety information
General driving notes
NOTICE
Closing the tailgate
Objects on unpaved surfaces, for example
stones or branches, can damage the vehicle.
There is a risk of material damage. Do not
drive on unpaved surfaces.
Safety information
WARNING
When open, the tailgate protrudes above the
vehicle and in the event of an accident, or
when braking or taking avoidance manoeu-
vre, can endanger vehicle occupants and
other road users or damage the vehicle.
There is also a risk of exhaust fumes entering
the vehicle interior. There is a danger of injury
or material damage. Do not drive with the
tailgate open.
When driving on poor road surfaces
For your own safety and the safety of passen-
gers and vehicle, note the following:
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Familiarise yourself with the vehicle before
starting a journey.
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Do not take any risks when driving.
Adjust speed to the road conditions. The
steeper and more uneven the road, the
slower the speed should be.
Driving with the tailgate open
If the vehicle still needs to be driven with the
tailgate open:
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For trips on steep gradients: top up the
engine oil and coolant almost to the max.
mark.
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Close all the windows and the glass sun-
roof.
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Do not allow the vehicle body or underbody
to come into contact with the ground.
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Adjust the blower output to a high setting.
Maintain a moderate speed.
If wheels are spinning, press the accelera-
tor pedal enough that driving stability con-
trol systems can distribute driving power to
the wheels.
Secure the tailgate, e.g. with a tensioning
belt.
After driving on poor road surfaces
Hot exhaust system
To maintain driving safety, check the wheels
and tyres for damage after driving on poor
road surfaces. Remove any coarse dirt from
the body.
WARNING
High temperatures may occur under the vehi-
cle body during driving, for example because
of the exhaust system. Contact with the ex-
haust system may cause burns. There is a
danger of injury. Do not touch the hot ex-
haust system, including the exhaust pipe.
After the body or vehicle floor have come
into contact with the ground have the vehicle
checked at an authorised Service Partner or
another qualified Service Partner or a specialist
workshop.
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WARNING
Cleaning the exhaust gas particulate
filter while driving
If flammable materials, for example leaves or
grass, come into contact with hot parts of the
exhaust system, these materials can catch
fire. There is a risk of fire and injury. Never
remove the heat shields installed in this area
or apply underbody protection to them. Make
sure that when driving, idling or parking, no
flammable materials can come into contact
with hot vehicle parts.
The diesel particulate filter has a self-clean-
ing feature. No further action is required, such
as adjusting your driving style.
Vehicle laminated glass
The laminated glass offers full protection
against the harmful effects of UV light on the
skin.
Radio signals
Exhaust gas particulate filter
WARNING
Principle
Certain vehicle functions may be affected by
interference from high-frequency radio sig-
nals. Such signals are output from a series
of transmission systems, for example from
air traffic beacons or relay stations for mobile
telecommunications.
The exhaust gas particulate filter traps soot
particles. The soot particles are burned at high
temperatures to clean the exhaust gas particu-
late filter as when required.
General
We recommend you consult your Service
Partner should you experience any difficul-
ties.
The cleaning process takes a few minutes,
during which the following may occur:
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The engine may temporarily run a little
roughly.
Mobile radio in the vehicle
A slightly higher rotational speed may be
required to achieve the usual power output.
WARNING
Fuel consumption may increase. The in-
creased fuel consumption is shown as the
mean value in the current consumption dis-
play.
There is a possibility of reciprocal interfer-
ence between the vehicle electronics and
mobile radio devices. Radiation is generated
when mobile radio devices are transmitting.
There is a danger of injury or material dam-
age. If possible, only use mobile radio devi-
ces, for example mobile phones, inside the
vehicle if they are connected directly to an
external aerial or personal eSIM in order to
eliminate reciprocal interference and to divert
the radiation away from the vehicle interior.
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There may be a small amount of smoke
from the exhaust system, even after stop-
ping the engine.
Noise, for example from radiator fan oper-
ation, may be heard, even some minutes
after stopping the engine.
It is normal for the radiator fan to keep running
for several minutes, even after short journeys.
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Aquaplaning
Safe braking
On wet or slushy roads, a water wedge can
form between the tyres and the road.
General
The vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Brak-
ing System as standard.
This phenomenon is known as aquaplaning
and can cause the tyre to lose contact partially
or fully with the road surface, meaning that the
vehicle can neither be steered, nor the brakes
properly applied.
Perform full braking in situations that require it.
In order to achieve the best possible braking
force assistance, do not reduce the pressure
on the brake pedal during full braking.
Driving through water
The vehicle remains steerable. Steer as
smoothly as possible to avoid any obstacles.
General
Hydraulic regulating sounds indicate that the
anti-lock braking system is regulating.
Please comply with the following when driving
through water:
In certain braking situations, the perforated
brake discs can cause functional noise. How-
ever, the functional noises have no effect on
the efficiency and operational safety of the
brake.
With pre-heating:
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Deactivate the Automatic Start/Stop func-
tion.
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Only drive through still water.
Only drive through water up to a max.
depth of 25 cm, 9.8 in.
Objects in the movement range of the
pedals
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Drive through water at a walking speed of
no more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.
WARNING
Without pre-heating:
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the
pedal travel or block a pedal that has been
pressed. There is a risk of accident. Ensure
that items in the vehicle are stowed securely
and cannot get into the driver's footwell. Only
use floor mats that are suitable for the ve-
hicle and can be securely fastened to the
floor. Do not use loose floor mats, and do
not place several floor mats on top of one an-
other. Make sure that there is sufficient space
for the pedals. Ensure that floor mats are se-
curely reattached after removal, for example
for cleaning.
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Deactivate the Automatic Start/Stop func-
tion.
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Only drive through still water.
Only drive through water up to a max.
depth of 50 cm, 19.6 inches.
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Drive through water at a walking speed of
no more than 5 km/h, 3 mph.
Safety information
NOTICE
Driving too quickly through excessively deep
water can cause water to enter the engine
compartment, electrical system or transmis-
sion. There is a risk of material damage.
When driving through water, do not exceed
the maximum water depth and maximum
speed specified above.
Pedal feel when driving off
When drive-ready state is switched on from
rest state, an unfamiliar pedal feel can occur,
for example short or long pedal travel. Once
you have completely released the brake pedal,
the pedal feel will be back to normal.
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Wet roads
Corrosion of the brake disc
In wet weather, road salt exposure and in
heavy rain, apply the brakes lightly every few
kilometres/miles.
Corrosion of the brake discs and contamina-
tion of the brake pads increase in the following
circumstances:
Ensure that you do not obstruct other road
users when doing so.
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Low mileage.
Extended stationary periods when the vehi-
cle is not used.
The heat generated by braking dries the
brake discs and brake pads and protects them
against corrosion.
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Infrequent use of the brakes.
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning
agents.
This helps to maintain braking power so that it
is available immediately when needed.
During braking, corroded brake discs may
cause juddering which usually cannot be elimi-
nated.
Downhill gradient
General
Condensation when vehicle is
parked
When the automatic air conditioning is oper-
ating, condensation develops and exits under-
neath the vehicle.
When driving on long or steep downhill
stretches, use the gear in which the least brak-
ing is required. Otherwise the brake system
can overheat and the braking effect is reduced.
Engine braking effect can be additionally in-
creased by manually shifting down, even into
first gear where required.
Pennant holder
Safety information
Safety information
NOTICE
WARNING
When a pennant is attached, damage can be
caused to the vehicle, to the pennant holder
and to the pennant itself at high speeds.
There is a risk of material damage. Do not
exceed a speed of 130 km/h, 80 mph. Re-
move the pennant before driving at high
speeds.
Even slight but continuous pressure on the
brake pedal can cause overheating, brake
wear or even brake system failure. There is
a risk of accident. Avoid excessive loads on
the brake.
WARNING
When idling or with drive-ready state
switched off, safety-relevant functions, for ex-
ample, engine braking effect or steering and
braking force assistance, are either restricted
or not available at all. There is a risk of ac-
cident. Do not drive in idle or with the drive-
ready state switched off.
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Make sure that there is sufficient space to raise
and open the glass sunroof.
Overview
Loading
Loaded roof bars change the driving and
steering behaviour of the vehicle by shifting the
centre of gravity.
Therefore when loading and driving, bear the
following in mind:
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Do not exceed the permitted roof and axle
load or the permitted total weight.
The pennant holder is located on the side of
the vehicle.
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Distribute the roof load evenly.
The roof load must not be spread over too
large an area.
Fitting
1. Remove the protective cap.
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Place heavy items of luggage at the bot-
tom.
2. Insert the pennant horizontally.
Securely fasten the luggage, for example
with tensioning straps.
3. Rotate the pennant through 90° clockwise
to lock the pennant in place.
Do not allow objects to protrude into the
swing range of the tailgate.
Roof bars
Drive cautiously and avoid driving off and
braking suddenly or fast cornering.
General
Installation is only possible with roof rails.
Driving on a racing track
Roof racks are available as optional accesso-
ries.
WARNING
Safety information
The vehicle is not designed for use in M Sport
competitions or similar. There is a risk of
accident. Do not use the vehicle in M Sport
competitions or similar.
WARNING
When driving with a roof load, for example
with roof bars, the higher centre of gravity
can mean that driving safety is no longer
guaranteed in critical driving situations. There
is a risk of accident or material damage.
Driving with roof load only with activated Dy-
namic Stability Control.
The higher mechanical and thermal loads in-
volved when driving on racing tracks lead to
increased wear. This wear is not covered by
the warranty.
Before and after driving on a racing track, have
the vehicle checked at an authorised Service
Partner or another qualified Service Partner or
a specialist workshop.
Fitting
Follow the installation instructions for the roof
rack.
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Trailers and load carriers
only be used for towing purposes, the trailer
Vehicle equipment
tow hitch assembly should not be used in con-
junction with any towbar-mounted carrying de-
vice, such as, for example, a bicycle carrier.
This chapter describes equipment, systems
and functions which are offered or may be of-
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-
tion.
As all BMW Group towbar assemblies are de-
signed, tested and approved as a single unit,
the practice of modifying or replacing the BMW
supplied towball mount assembly is not ap-
proved. Use only the genuine BMW towball
mount assembly.
For further information:
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.
BMW Group Australia does not recommend or
support the installation and use of a Weight
Distribution Hitch or Load Levelling Device on
any BMW Group vehicle. The use of such devi-
ces may affect the vehicle's warranty status.
General
The permitted trailer loads, axle loads, trailer
nose weights and permitted total weight rating
are specified in the technical data.
We recommend you consult your Authorised
BMW Dealer for any further advice or clarifica-
tion.
Consult an authorised Service Partner or an-
other qualified Service Partner or a special-
ist workshop about options for increasing the
loads.
Before a journey
The vehicle is equipped with reinforced springs
on the rear axle and, depending on the vehicle
type, with a more powerful cooling system.
Trailer nose weight
The trailer nose weight should not be less
than the minimum trailer nose weight of 25 kg,
55 lb. Utilise the maximum trailer nose weight
as far as possible.
If the trailer socket is occupied, the vehicle is
automatically raised or lowered to the normal
level. The vehicle can be adjusted to the nor-
mal level either when using the trailer socket or
when driving off.
The weight of the trailer tow hitch and the
trailer nose weight reduce the maximum load
of the towing vehicle. The trailer nose weight
increases the vehicle weight. Do not exceed
the permitted total weight of the towing vehi-
cle.
For Australia: note
Towing
The Australian/New Zealand Standards AS
4177.1-2004 Caravan and light trailer towing
components – trailer tow hitches and tow-
ing brackets includes the following statement
which BMW Group Australia herewith adopts:
FOR TRAILER TOWING ONLY. The trailer tow
hitch supplied with your BMW vehicle should
Loading
Distribute the load as evenly as possible over
the loading area.
Stow the load as low down as possible and as
close as possible to the trailer axle. A low cen-
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tre of trailer gravity makes the car/trailer com-
bination much more stable and safe to drive.
Not Australia/New Zealand:Trailer
rear lights
The permitted total weight of the trailer and
the permitted trailer load of the vehicle must
not be exceeded. The lower value is the limit
which should be adhered to.
The power output of the trailer's rear lights
must not exceed the following values:
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Turn indicators: 42 watts per side.
Rear lights: 50 watts per side.
Brake lights: 84 watts total.
Tyre inflation pressure
Check the vehicle's and the trailer's tyre infla-
tion pressures carefully.
Rear fog lights: 42 watts total.
Reversing lights: 42 watts total.
On the vehicle, the tyre inflation pressure for
higher loads applies.
Australia/New Zealand:Trailer rear
lights
For the trailer, the regulations of the manufac-
turer apply.
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Turn indicators: 54 watts per side.
Rear lights: 100 watts in total.
Brake lights: 108 watts total.
Reversing lights: 54 watts total.
Re-initialise the flat tyre monitor or reset the
Tyre Pressure Monitor or after the tyre inflation
pressure has been corrected or a trailer has
been attached or detached.
For further information:
Not for Australia:Trailer
tow hitch with electrically
adjustable ball head
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Tyre inflation pressure information, see
page 362.
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Flat Tyre Monitor, see page 380.
Tyre Pressure Monitor, see page 373.
General
Exterior mirrors
The adjustable ball head is located on the un-
derside of the vehicle.
Two exterior mirrors which bring both rear cor-
ners of the trailer into your field of view are
required by law. Mirrors of this type are avail-
able as optional accessories from an author-
ised Service Partner or another qualified Serv-
ice Partner or a specialist workshop.
Safety information
WARNING
If the ball head is not locked, unstable driving
conditions or accidents can result. There is a
risk of accident or material damage. Before
a journey with a trailer or load carrier, check
that the ball head is correctly locked.
Power consumption
General
Before the start of a journey, check the func-
tion of the trailer rear lights.
When towing a caravan, only operate power
consumers briefly to avoid placing an exces-
sive load on the vehicle battery.
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NOTICE
The ball head swivels out. The LED flashes
green.
4. Wait until the ball head has reached the
end position.
The trailer tow hitch is intended to be used
with a trailer. If the ball head of the trailer tow
hitch has been swivelled out, it may become
jammed if the vehicle is subsequently driven
without a trailer or load carrier. There is a
risk of material damage. Swivel the ball head
back in when driving without a trailer or load
carrier.
The LED in the button illuminates green
when the ball head has reached an end
position.
If the ball head is not properly locked, the LED
in the button lights up red.
Swivelling the ball head back in
1. Disconnect the trailer or load carrier.
Overview
2. Remove any fittings for the track-stabilising
devices.
3. Remove the power supply connector for the
trailer and any adapter from the socket.
4.
Press the button in the luggage
compartment.
The ball head swivels inwards. The LED
flashes green.
The button for swivelling the ball head in and
out is in the luggage compartment.
5. Wait until the ball head has reached the
end position.
Operating requirements
Interruption or reversal of the swivel
movement
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Vehicle is standing on level ground.
Luggage compartment is open.
General
The trailer socket is not occupied.
Trailer operation is not activated.
The vehicle battery is sufficiently charged.
The swivel movement is interrupted, might be
reversed or is not performed if electrical current
limits are exceeded, for example at very low
temperatures, or if mechanical resistance is
encountered. LED illuminates red.
The LED in the button illuminates green if the
system is operational.
Swivelling out the ball head
1. Open the luggage compartment.
Repeating the swivel movement with
the engine running
1. Switch on drive-ready state.
2. Step out of the swing range of the ball head
behind the vehicle.
2.
Press the button in the luggage
compartment and hold it until the ball head
has moved completely in or out.
3.
Press the button in the luggage
compartment.
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If necessary, repeat the swivel movement with
the button pressed and the engine running.
Australia only:Mount for
trailer tow hitch
The LED in the button illuminates green when
the ball head has reached an end position.
General
If the swivel movement is repeatedly interrup-
ted, contact an authorised Service Partner or
another qualified Service Partner or a specialist
workshop.
Trailer socket
The mount for the trailer tow hitch is located
on the rear of the vehicle.
Information about suitable trailer tow hitches
is found on the underside of the mount, see
arrow.
The trailer socket is located on the trailer tow
hitch.
Observe the care information for the trailer tow
hitch mount.
Fold down the cover.
For further information:
Care of special parts, see page 425.
Eye for securing cable
Safety information
WARNING
During vehicle operation, high temperatures
may occur under the vehicle body, for exam-
ple due to the exhaust system. Contact with
hot components can lead to burns. There is
a danger of injury. Do not touch hot compo-
nents. Do not work in the vicinity of hot com-
ponents until they have cooled down.
There is an eye on the trailer tow hitch for fas-
tening the trailer securing cable.
For increased safety when towing a trailer, at-
tach the trailer securing cable to the eye.
Check that the securing cable can move freely
and is not dragging on the ground.
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Check that the trailer safety rope can move
freely and is not dragging on the ground.
Removing the cover
Towing a trailer
General
When driving with a trailer or rear luggage rack,
some driver assistance systems are unavail-
able or only available to a limited extent. A
Check Control message is shown where appli-
cable.
Pull the cover out of the back of the bracket
and stow it in the vehicle.
Safety information
Trailer socket
WARNING
Speeds in excess of approximately 80 km/h,
50 mph, can be enough to cause trailer snak-
ing, depending on the type of trailer and the
load being carried. There is a risk of accident
or material damage.
Keep to an appropriate speed when towing a
trailer. If the trailer starts to snake, brake im-
mediately and make the necessary steering
corrections as carefully as possible.
The socket is located to the left of the mount
for the trailer tow hitch.
Eyes for trailer securing chain
WARNING
The tyre inflation pressure must be adapted
because of the increased axle load in trailer
operation. Driving with inadequate tyre infla-
tion pressure can damage the tyres. There
is a risk of accident or material damage. Do
not exceed a speed of 100 km/h, 60 mph. In-
crease the tyre inflation pressure of the tow-
ing vehicle by 0.2 bar. Note the maximum
possible tyre inflation pressure stated on the
tyre.
There are two eyes on the trailer tow hitch
mount for attaching the trailer securing chain.
For increased safety when towing a trailer dur-
ing a journey, attach the trailer securing chain
to the eyes.
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Operation with trailer or rear
luggage rack
Maximum speed
General
General
When towing a trailer, the maximum permitted
speed for the vehicle combination can be set.
Depending on the equipment, this setting is
taken into account for the speed limit systems.
If the trailer socket is occupied, a selection
menu is displayed on the control display. In the
selection menu, specify whether the vehicle is
to be driven with a trailer or rear luggage rack.
For further information:
When driving with a trailer or load carrier, e.g.
rear luggage rack, and if the trailer socket is
not occupied, some driver assistance systems
may only operate to a limited extent or may
malfunction. To avoid malfunctions, activate
the operation of the trailer or rear luggage rack
manually.
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Speed Limit Info, see page 232.
Speed Limit Assist, see page 255.
Setting the maximum speed
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
Safety information
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Trailer mode"
WARNING
6. "Maximum permitted speed"
7. Select the required speed.
If incorrect settings are made on the control
display, some driver assistance system func-
tions may be restricted or faulty. There is a
risk of accident. Ensure that the relevant set-
ting is activated when operating with a trailer
or rear luggage rack.
Upward gradients
General
In the interest of safety and to avoid holding
up other traffic flow, do not attempt to climb
upward gradients steeper than 12 % in trailer
operation.
Activating/deactivating trailer
operation manually
If higher trailer loads have been subsequently
approved, the limit is 8%.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Trailer mode"
6. "Type"
Driving off on upward gradients
The parking brake is automatically released
when the accelerator pedal is operated.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling back when
driving off, use the parking brake.
7. Select whether driving with or without
trailer/rear luggage rack.
1.
Pull and release the switch shortly
before starting.
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The parking brake is engaged.
General
2. To drive off, press the accelerator pedal
with sufficient force.
The kink angle determines the angle between
the vehicle and trailer and thus the desired di-
rection of travel of the car/trailer combination
in reverse.
Downhill gradient
On downward gradients, a car/trailer combina-
tion tends to start snaking movement earlier.
With the Trailer Assistant, the car/trailer com-
bination is not guided via the steering wheel
when reversing, but via the continuous input
and correction of the kink angle on the control
display.
Before the downhill gradient, shift down man-
ually to the next-lowest gear and drive down-
hill slowly.
The system takes control of the steering. The
speed must be controlled by the driver using
the accelerator pedal and the brake.
High loads and high outside
temperature
Follow the information in the Chapter “Parking
assistance systems”.
NOTICE
For further information:
On long journeys with high trailer loads, a
high outside temperature and a low fuel tank
capacity, the fuel system can overheat lead-
ing to reduced engine output. There is a risk
of material damage. Refuel in good time. On
long journeys with high trailer loads and a
high outside temperature, make sure that the
fuel tank is more than 1/4 full.
Parking assistance systems, see page 263.
Safety information
WARNING
The system does not relieve you of your per-
sonal responsibility to assess the traffic situa-
tion correctly. Due to system limits, it cannot
respond independently and appropriately in
all traffic situations. There is a risk of acci-
dent. Adapt your driving style to the traffic
conditions. Observe the traffic situation, be
ready to take over steering and braking at
any time, and actively intervene if the situa-
tion warrants it.
Trailer Assistant
Principle
The Trailer Assistant provides support when
reversing with a trailer.
The front wheels are steered when reversing.
Vehicle equipment
WARNING
This system may not be available in the vehi-
cle in question, for example due to the selected
optional equipment, the national-market ver-
sion or the possibility of subsequent enabling
and software updates. This also applies to the
individual functions of the system.
The system can steer the vehicle over or onto
kerbs. There is a danger of injury or material
damage. Observe the traffic situation and in-
tervene actively if the situation warrants it
For further information:
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.
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Operating requirements
Reversing with Trailer Assistant
1. Attach trailer to vehicle and connect.
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A trailer must be attached and connected.
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Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, trailer operation must be
activated.
2. Depending on the equipment and national-
market version, activate the trailer opera-
tion on the control display.
▷
▷
The trailer towbar length used must be ad-
justed depending on the equipment and
national-market version.
3.
With the vehicle at a standstill, press
the button or engage reverse gear.
If necessary, when using the Trailer Assis-
tant for the first time, calibrate the system
to the trailer in use.
The display of the parking assistance sys-
tems is shown.
4. "Start Trailer Assistant"
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The Reversing Assist Camera must be
clean and unobstructed.
The control display shows the Reversing
Assist Camera image with a view of the
trailer towbar and a stylised display of the
vehicle with the trailer.
Vehicles with removable trailer tow hitch:
use suitable accessories approved by
BMW.
5. If necessary, engage reverse gear.
6. Set the desired kink angle.
Adjusting the trailer towbar length
1.
Follow the instructions on the control dis-
play as applicable.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle apps"
7. Take your hands off the steering wheel and
carefully drive in reverse with the accelera-
tor pedal and the brake.
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Parking"
Green: the system takes control of the
steering.
6. "Towbar length"
When driving in reverse, observe the vehicle
surroundings.
7. Set the required trailer towbar length.
Switching operating tips on/off
Operating tips can be displayed for easier op-
eration of the Trailer Assistant.
In case of obstacles, stop immediately and
take over control of the vehicle.
8. If necessary, adjust the kink angle during
driving to correct the direction.
1. Select the BMW ID or driver profile.
9. Engage selector lever position P at the end
of the manoeuvring process.
2.
Apps menu
3. "Vehicle apps"
4. "Driving settings"
5. "Driver assistance"
6. "Parking"
Cancelling Trailer Assistant
manually
The manoeuvring of the car/trailer combina-
tion can be cancelled manually:
7. "Operating tips for Trailer Assistant"
"Cancel"
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Automatically cancelling Trailer
Assistant
The system automatically cancels in situations
such as the following:
System limits
General
The maximum speed is limited to approx.
10 km/h, approx. 6 mph.
▷
If the driver grips the steering wheel or
steers the vehicle.
A warning occurs at a speed of approx. 7 km/h,
approx. 4 mph.
▷
When shifting from reverse gear to selec-
tor lever position D, the Trailer Assistant
switches to standby mode.
If the maximum speed is exceeded, the func-
tion will be cancelled.
If reverse gear is engaged again after a
short distance, the function is reactivated.
Function limitation
The following can restrict the function during
manoeuvring or lead to a collision:
▷
▷
During activation or intervention by driver
assistance systems.
▷
Accessories on the trailer towbar, e.g. bicy-
cle carrier.
When the display on the control display is
faded due to messages.
▷
▷
Special shapes of trailer towbar and trailer.
Unsuitable, detachable trailer tow hitches.
▷
▷
In case of a slippery surface.
When the vehicle is rolling, for example on a
slope.
Trailers with pivot steering are not supported.
▷
▷
In case of changed environmental factors.
At speeds over approximately 10 km/h,
6 mph.
Trailer Stability Control
Principle
Turning trailer protection brake
on/off
After each cancellation of the Trailer Assistant,
the trailer protection brake is applied and the
vehicle is secured at a standstill. As a result,
the car/trailer combination cannot continue to
roll uncontrolled. This function can be turned
on and off.
Trailer Stability Control assists in intercepting
trailer snaking movements.
The system detects snaking movements and
promptly brakes the vehicle so that the vehicle
speed falls to below the critical speed range
and the outfit is stabilised.
General
1.
Apps menu
The system can also activate in extreme driv-
ing situations when the trailer socket is occu-
pied without a trailer attached, for example
when using a bicycle carrier with lighting.
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Driving settings"
4. "Driver assistance"
5. "Parking"
Operating requirements
The system is operational from a speed of ap-
proximately 65 km/h, 40 mph in trailer opera-
tion and with the trailer socket occupied.
6. "Trailer protection braking"
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System limits
Loading
The system is unable to intervene or inter-
venes too late, in the following situations for
example:
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If a trailer folds instantly, for example on
slippery or loose road surfaces.
If a trailer with a high centre of gravity tips
over before snaking movement is detected.
If Dynamic Stability Control is deactivated
or has failed.
The permitted total weight of the rear luggage
rack when loaded depends on how far its cen-
tre of gravity is from the ball head.
If the power consumption of a trailer is too
low to be detected by the system, for ex-
ample due to LED rear lights.
▷
If the centre of gravity is up to 30 cm, ap-
prox. 11.8 in away from the ball head, the
total weight of the rear luggage rack must
not exceed 75 kg, 165 lbs.
Rear luggage rack
Principle
The ball head of the trailer tow hitch can be
used as a mount for rear luggage racks, for
example bicycle carrier systems.
▷
If the centre of gravity is 60 cm, approx.
23.5 in from the ball head, the total weight
of the rear luggage rack must not exceed
35 kg, 77 lbs.
▷
▷
Stow heavy loads as close as possible to
the ball head.
General
Fasten loads securely to the rear lug-
gage rack and secure them against sliding
around.
Rear luggage racks which the manufacturer
has classified as suitable are available as op-
tional accessories.
Bicycle carrier systems for up to three bicycles
can be used.
Before a journey
Before starting the journey, check the function
of the rear lights of the rear luggage rack.
Fitting
The maximum output of the rear lights of the
rear luggage rack must not exceed the values
for trailer rear lights.
Follow the installation instructions for the rear
luggage rack.
To prevent functional limitations and malfunc-
tions affecting driver assistance systems, acti-
vate trailer operation accordingly.
For further information:
▷
▷
Operation with a trailer or rear luggage
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Driving with a rear luggage rack
Loaded rear luggage racks change the driving
and steering behaviour of the vehicle by shift-
ing the centre of gravity.
Therefore when loading and driving, bear the
following in mind:
▷
Do not exceed the permitted axle load or
the permitted total weight.
▷
Drive cautiously and avoid driving off and
braking suddenly or fast cornerings.
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Vehicle equipment
Adaptive recuperation
This chapter describes equipment, systems
and functions which are offered or may be of-
fered in future on a model-specific basis, even
if they are not included in the vehicle in ques-
tion.
Principle
Adaptive recuperation supports an anticipatory
and comfort-oriented driving style.
Map data and various sensors analyse the cur-
rent driving situation, for example the distance
to the vehicle in front.
For further information:
Vehicle equipment, see page 8.
General
Adaptive recuperation is available depending
on vehicle equipment and national-market ver-
sion.
Reducing fuel consumption
Principle
Based on the situation, the system decides
whether energy is recovered through recupera-
tion, or how the vehicle rolls.
The vehicle has a wide range of technologies
for reducing consumption and emissions.
Some measures can influence fuel consump-
tion and environmental pollution:
In vehicles with mild hybrid technology, the
power of recuperation is adaptive, which cau-
ses the vehicle to decelerate at different rates
while coasting.
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▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
Remove unnecessary loads from the vehi-
cle.
Remove add-on parts after use, for exam-
ple a rear carrier.
Activating/deactivating adaptive
recuperation
Adaptive recuperation is deactivated by acti-
vating SPORT drive mode.
Close the windows and the electric glass
sunroof while driving.
Check the tyre inflation pressure regularly
and increase if necessary.
When changing to another drive mode, adap-
tive recuperation is activated.
Switch off the engine if stopping for a lon-
ger period.
Display
Use anticipatory driving and let the vehicle
roll more often, for example.
Display in the instrument cluster
Adaptive recuperation can be displayed on the
instrument cluster.
Deactivate functions that are not required,
for example rear window heating.
Have the vehicle serviced regularly.
For further information:
Power display, see page 168.
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Display on the control display
Adaptive recuperation can be displayed on the
control display.
Operating requirements
▷
▷
▷
▷
Selector lever position D is engaged.
Brake is not depressed.
For further information:
Accelerator pedal is not operated.
Current driving condition, see page 175.
System detects a calm and smooth driving
style.
▷
▷
Engine and transmission are at operating
temperature.
Coasting
The system does not detect any obstructive
traffic situations or routes.
Principle
The drivetrain allows efficient coasting in the
D selector lever position with minimal deceler-
ation. This drive state is called coasting. This
reduces fuel consumption.
The function is available in the speed range
from approx. 25 km/h, 16 mph to 160 km/h,
100 mph.
Vehicles with mild hybrid technology do not
consume fuel while coasting.
Operation via shift paddles
Principle
General
Depending on the equipment, the coasting
drive state can be controlled via the shift pad-
dles.
An anticipatory driving style helps to use the
function frequently and supports the consump-
tion-reducing effect of coasting.
Coasting is automatically adapted to the driv-
ing situation in question.
Activating/deactivating coasting via
shift paddles
Operate the right-hand shift paddle for longer
to activate.
the coasting drive state is displayed in the Live
Vehicle menu as efficient coasting.
For further information:
Operate the left-hand shift paddle to deacti-
vate.
Current driving condition, see page 175.
System limits
Examples of driving situations
▷
▷
▷
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
If a distance can be covered without foreseea-
ble braking, it is advantageous to roll this dis-
tance.
If there are country-dependent restrictions
on map-based route sections.
The following examples of driving situations
may be suitable for this:
With a temporary and variable speed limit,
such as at road works.
▷
Rolling on straight downhill gradient with
no obstacles.
▷
▷
▷
If Cruise Control is active.
▷
Rolling to a stop on a section of route with-
out obstacles.
If the sensors are faulty, soiled or covered.
Driving in the handling limit range or on
steep uphill or downhill gradients.
Avoid late or heavy braking.
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▷
Battery charge state temporally too low or
too high power requirement in the electrical
system.
Resetting settings
1.
Press the button.
Trailer operation.
2. "Settings"
3. "Reset to ECO PRO STANDARD"
Drive modes for efficient
driving
Efficiency Coach
Principle
Principle
The engine is disconnected from the transmis-
sion in selector lever position D when certain
conditions are met. The vehicle rolls in idle
to optimise consumption. Selector lever posi-
tion D remains engaged.
The system provides assistance for a predic-
tive and comfort oriented driving style. For this
purpose, map information and sensor data is
used to analyse the current driving situation,
such as upcoming speed limits and vehicles
driving in front. Based on this information, the
driver receives notices for an efficient driving
style early on. The efficiency of the driving style
is evaluated in the control display and shown
in three categories.
The extended range that is achieved by adopt-
ing these tips is shown in the instrument clus-
ter as a bonus range.
Overview
Button in the vehicle
General
The system has different displays to support
the driver with an efficient driving style.
Operating requirements
▷
Selector lever position D is engaged.
▷
ECO PRO drive mode is activated.
Display
ECO PRO
Power display
When activating the ECO PRO drive mode, the
display changes to a special display.
Configuring ECO PRO
Depending on the equipment, some system
information can also be displayed in the Head-
up display.
1.
Press the button.
2. Select the desired setting.
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▷
▷
Excessive acceleration.
Excessive speed.
Special route section, for example round-
about, ahead.
In addition, a deceleration notification is dis-
played.
System limits
For example, the function is not available in
the following situations:
The efficient range of the power display is col-
oured blue. Additionally, the bonus range will
be displayed.
▷
▷
If Cruise Control is active.
In trailer operation.
The efficient range is adjusted depending on
the driving situation.
If the power display moves within the blue
range, the current driving style is efficient. The
display will change to grey if the driving style is
inefficient.
Anticipatory driving style
Principle
The display informs the driver about deceler-
ations ahead, for example, speed limit reduc-
tions or roundabouts, even when they are not
yet visible. The situation-specific information
and distance to the route section ahead is
shown above the current speed limit in the in-
strument cluster. If there is a notice, the speed
can be reduced in an energy-saving way by
coasting using the corresponding accelerator
pedal position until the section of road is
reached.
Bonus range
It is possible to achieve a range
extension by adjusting the driv-
ing style.
The range extension is dis-
played as the bonus range in
the instrument cluster.
If the bonus range is shown in grey or hidden,
the current driving style is inefficient.
The display turns blue as soon as all the con-
ditions for consumption-optimised driving are
met.
Display in the instrument cluster
The intervals for resetting the bonus range de-
pend on the trip data settings.
Display inefficient driving style
When driving above the efficient range,
an arrow will be displayed.
For example, the display occurs in the
following situations:
A note regarding a section of the route ahead
is given as a recommendation to allow the ve-
hicle to roll.
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An icon, for example a turn, indicates the de-
tected section of the route:
Go to efficiency evaluation
1.
Apps menu
Icon
Section of the road in front
2. "Vehicle apps"
3. "Live Vehicle"
Turning.
For further information:
Live Vehicle, see page 157
Speed limit or town entrance.
Roundabout.
Display on the control display
The display of the efficiency analysis shows
the efficiency of the driving style.
The more efficient the driving style, the larger
the area that is displayed in colour and the
faster the bonus range increases.
Departure.
In contrast, a reduced area will be displayed
with an inefficient driving style.
Corner.
System limits
For example, the display of the upcoming route
sections is not available in the following situa-
tions:
▷
▷
▷
With temporary and variable speed limits,
for example, at road works.
In the case of navigation data that is inva-
lid, outdated or not available.
If there are country-dependent restrictions
on map-based route sections.
Efficiency evaluation
General
The efficiency of the driving style is evaluated
in the control display and shown in three cate-
gories, e.g. accelerate. The current trip is ana-
lysed.
Operating requirements
The function is available in ECO PRO drive
mode.
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