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Wheels and tires Mobility

The traction grade assigned to this tire is

Tire condition

based on straight-ahead braking traction

Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear,

tests, and does not include acceleration,

signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged

cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction

in the tread. Check the tread depth.

characteristics.<

Minimum tread depth

Temperature

The tread depth should not drop below 0.12 in/

The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,

3 mm, although, for example, European legisla-

and C, representing the tire's resistance to the

tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of

generation of heat and its ability to dissipate

0.063 in/1.6 mm. At tread depths below 0.12 in/

heat when tested under controlled conditions

3 mm there is an increased risk of high-speed

on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.

hydroplaning, even when only small amounts of

Sustained high temperature can cause the

water are present on the road surface.

material of the tire to degenerate and reduce

When winter tires wear down past a tread depth

tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to

of 0.16 in/4 mm, they become perceptibly less

sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to

suitable for winter conditions. In the interest of

a level of performance which all passenger car

safety, new tires should be installed.

tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi-

cle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A

represent higher levels of performance on the

laboratory test wheel than the minimum

required by law.

The temperature grade for this tire is

established for a tire that is properly

inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,

underinflation, or excessive loading, either

separately or in combination, can cause heat

buildup and possible tire failure.<

Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove

are distributed around the tire's circumference;

RSC - run-flat tires

the letters TWI, for Tread Wear Indicator, on the

You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular

tire's sidewalls identify tires that incorporate

symbol containing the letters RSC on the side

these wear indicators. Once the tire tread has

of the tire, refer to page 230.

worn down to the wear indicators, the tire has

worn to a depth of 0.063 in/1.6 mm.

M+S

Winter and all-season tires.

Wheel/tire damage

These have better winter properties than

Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,

summer tires.

as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can

cause serious damage to wheels, tires, and sus-

pension parts. This is more likely to occur with

Designation for specially reinforced tires.

low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning

between the wheel and the road. Be careful to

avoid road hazards and reduce your speed,

especially if your vehicle is equipped with low-

profile tires.

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Mobility Wheels and tires

Unusual vibrations encountered during normal

Correct wheels and tires

vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or

When mounting new tires or changing over

some other vehicle defect. This can, for exam-

from summer to winter tires and vice versa,

ple, be caused by driving over curbs. The same

mount run-flat tires for your own safety. In the

applies to any other abnormal road behavior,

event of a flat, no spare wheel is available. Your

such as pulling severely to the right or left.

BMW center will be glad to advise you.

In these cases, reduce speed immedi-

BMW recommends that you use only

ately and have wheels and tires thor-

wheel and tire combinations that BMW

oughly checked. To do so, drive carefully to the

has tested and approved for your particular

nearest BMW center or tire dealer. If necessary,

vehicle. Variations in factors such as manufac-

have the vehicle towed there.

turing tolerances mean that even wheels and

Otherwise, tire damage can pose a lethal hazard

tires with identical official size ratings could

to vehicle occupants and other road users.<

actually have different dimensions, which could

lead to body contact and thus to severe acci-

Tire age

dents. If non-approved wheels and tires are

For various reasons, such as the development

used, BMW cannot evaluate their suitability,

of brittleness, BMW recommends tire replace-

and therefore cannot guarantee their driving

ment after no more than 6 years, regardless of

safety.<

the actual wear of the tires.

You can inquire about the right wheel/tire

The manufacturing date of tires is contained in

combination at your BMW center.

the tire coding:

The correct combination of wheels and tires is

DOT ... 1013 means that the tire was manufac-

also necessary to ensure reliable operation of

tured in week 10 of 2013.

various vehicle systems such as ABS, DSC or

FTM.

To maintain good handling and vehicle

New wheels and tires

response, use only tires of a single brand and

Have new wheels and tires mounted only

tread configuration. After a tire has been

by your BMW center or by a tire dealer. If

damaged, mount the previous wheel and tire

this work is not carried out properly, there is a

combination again as soon as possible.

danger of subsequent damage and related

safety hazards. Make sure that the new wheels

Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitor

are balanced.<

TPM electronics

When mounting new tires or changing over

Retreaded tires

from summer to winter tires, or vice versa, only

BMW recommends that you do not use

use wheels with TPM electronics; otherwise,

retreaded tires, since driving safety may

the Tire Pressure Monitor may not be able to

be impaired. The causes for this include poten-

detect a puncture, refer to page 94. Your BMW

tially different tire casing structures and often

center will be glad to advise you.

wide variations in tire age, which can result in a

limited service life.<

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Wheels and tires Mobility

Recommended tire brands

Swapping wheels between axles

BMW advises against swapping wheels

between the front and rear axles, even if all tires

have the same size, as this could impair driving

characteristics. If the tires are of mixed sizes,

swapping wheels between the axles is not

permissible.

Run-flat tires

Certain makes of tire are recommended by

BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a

clearly visible BMW designation on the sidewall

of the tire.

When properly used, these tires meet the high-

est standards in terms of safety and handling

characteristics.

Special characteristics of winter tires

BMW recommends winter tires for driving on

The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle

winter roads or at temperatures below +457/

with the letters RSC on the sidewall.

+76. Although all-season M+S tires provide

Run-flat tires comprise a conditionally self-

better winter traction than summer tires, they

supporting tire and a special rim. The reinforce-

generally fail to provide the same levels of cold-

ment in the sidewalls ensures that the tire can

weather performance as winter tires.

continue to be used subject to certain restric-

tions, even if depressurized.

Pay attention to speed

For information on continuing to drive with a flat

Always comply with the speed limit for the

tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire on page 92.

winter tires mounted on your car; failure

to do so could result in tire damage and

accidents.<

Snow chains

If the car is capable of speeds higher than that

Only certain fine-link snow chains have been

permitted for the winter tires, a label stating the

tested by BMW, classified as safe for use and

maximum permitted speed for the mounted

recommended. Consult your BMW center for

tires must be displayed in your field of view.

more information. Snow chains must be

Specialist tire dealers and your BMW center

mounted in pairs and on the rear wheels only.

can supply these labels.

Observe the manufacturer's instructions when

mounting snow chains. Do not exceed a speed

Storage

of 30 mph/50 km/h with chains.

Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with

Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if

as little exposure to light as possible. Always

snow chains are mounted; otherwise, the

protect tires against all contact with oil, grease

instrument might issue an incorrect reading.

and fuels.

When driving with snow chains, you may find it

Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation

helpful to activate DTC temporarily, refer to

pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire.

page 89.<

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Mobility Engine compartment

Engine compartment

tions will be given of some equipment that may

Vehicle equipment

not be available in a vehicle, for example due to

In this chapter, all production, country, and

the special options or national-market version

optional equipment that is offered in the model

selected. This also applies to safety related

range is described. For this reason, descrip-

functions and systems.

Important parts of the engine compartment

Expansion tank for coolant, refer to

Hood

page 235

Do not work on the car unless you pos-

Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean-

sess the necessary technical knowledge.

ing system and window washer system,

If you are not familiar with the regulations to be

refer to page 72

followed, have the necessary work on the vehi-

Jump-starting connection, refer to

cle carried out only by your BMW center; if this

page 251

work is not carried out properly, there is a dan-

Fluid filler neck for engine oil, refer to

ger of subsequent damage and related safety

Adding engine oil, page 235

hazards.<

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Engine compartment Mobility

Releasing

Make sure that the closing path of the

hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may

result.

If you see any signs while driving your vehicle

that the hood is not completely closed, stop at

once and close it securely.<

Engine oil

General information

Pull the lever.

The engine oil consumption is dependent on

driving style and operating conditions; for

Opening

example, the engine oil consumption is signifi-

cantly higher with a very sporty driving style.

For this reason, regularly check the oil level

after each time you refuel.

Checking oil level

Your car is equipped with an electronic oil-level

monitor.

For precise measurement and display of the oil

level, the engine must be at operating tempera-

To avoid damage, make sure that the

ture, i.e. following at least 6.2 miles/10 km of

wiper arms are against the windshield

uninterrupted driving. You can have the oil level

before you open the engine compartment. Do

displayed while you are driving, or while the

not open the engine hood before the engine has

vehicle is at a standstill on a level surface and

cooled down; otherwise, injuries may result.<

the engine is running.

Press the release handle and open the hood.

Display in the instrument cluster

Closing

1. Push button 1 in the turn signal/high beam

Close the hood from a height of approx. 16 in/

lever up or down repeatedly until the appro-

40 cm with momentum. It must be clearly heard

priate symbol is shown in the display,

to engage.

accompanied by the word "OIL".

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Mobility Engine compartment

2. Press button 2.

Display via iDrive

The oil level is checked and the reading

1. "Vehicle Info"

displayed.

2. "Vehicle status"

Possible displays

3. "Engine oil level"

Oil level OK

Possible messages

Oil level is being checked.

> "Engine oil level OK"

This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at

> "Measurement not possible at this time."

a standstill on a level surface, or about

5 minutes while the car is on the move.

> "Measuring engine oil level...":

This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at

Oil level down to minimum:

a standstill on a level surface and the engine

Add engine oil as soon as possible, but no

is running, and about 5 minutes while the

more than 1 US quart/1 liter, refer also to

car is moving.

Adding engine oil on page 235.

If engine oil was added, it may take up to

Oil level is too high.

30 minutes to obtain an oil level reading.

Too much oil will harm the engine.

> "Engine oil level below minimum. Add 1

Have the vehicle checked without

quart!"

delay.<

Add engine oil as soon as possible, but no

The oil level sensor is defective.

more than 1 US quart/1 liter, refer also to

Do not add engine oil. You can continue

Adding engine oil below.

your journey. Note the newly calculated dis-

If the oil level is below the minimum value,

tance remaining to the next oil service, refer

add engine oil immediately to avoid engine

to page 237. Have the system checked as

damage.

soon as possible.

> "Engine oil level too high! Have this

checked.":

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Engine compartment Mobility

Have the vehicle checked immedi-

The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the

ately; otherwise, the excess oil may

engine.

lead to engine damage.<

Some oil grades may not be available in all

> "Measurement inactive. Have this

countries.

checked.":

Do not add engine oil. Before continuing to

Approved oil grades

drive, note the recalculated remaining mile-

Gasoline engine

age until the next oil change service, refer to

Service requirements on page 80. Have the

BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30

system checked as soon as possible.

BMW Longlife-01

BMW Longlife-01 FE

Adding engine oil

Additional information about approved oil

grades is available at your BMW center.

Alternative oil types

If approved oils are not available, you can add

quantities of up to 1 US quart/1 liter of an oil

with one of the following specifications:

Gasoline engine

Do not add 1 US quart/1 liter of engine oil until a

API SM or higher

corresponding message is shown on the

Control Display.

Oil change

Add oil within the next 125 miles/200 km;

Oil changes should only be performed by a

otherwise, the engine could be

BMW center.

damaged.<

If the engine oil is too high, have the

vehicle checked immediately; failure to do

so may result in engine damage.<

Coolant

Keep oils, greases, etc. out of the reach of

children and comply with the relevant

Coolant consists of half water and half additive.

warnings on the containers. Otherwise, health

Not all commercially available additives are suit-

hazards may result.<

able for your BMW. Ask your BMW center about

suitable additives.

Oil grades to add

Only use suitable additives; otherwise,

Do not use oil additives as this could

engine damage may result. Because

result in engine damage.<

additives are harmful to your health, it is

When selecting an engine oil, make sure

important to follow the instructions on the

to use one from the SAE viscosity classes

containers.<

0W-40, 0W-30, 5W-40 or 5W-30; failure to

Comply with the appropriate environ-

do so may result in malfunctions or engine

mental protection regulations when

damage.<

disposing of coolant additives.<

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Mobility Engine compartment

Coolant temperature

If the coolant and therefore the engine over-

heats, a warning lamp lights up. A message

appears on the Control Display.

Checking coolant level

Do not add coolant to the cooling system

when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant

can cause burns.<

1. Do not open the engine hood before the

engine has cooled down.

2. Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little

counterclockwise to allow any accumulated

pressure to escape, then continue turning

to open.

3. The level indicator 1 in the coolant filler

neck indicates the level of coolant. The

coolant level is correct when it is between

the arrows of the respective inscription on

the reservoir 2.

4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to

the specified level; do not overfill.

5. Turn the cap until there is an audible click.

6. Have the reason for the coolant loss

eliminated as soon as possible.

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Maintenance Mobility

Maintenance

> Engine oil

Vehicle equipment

> Brake pads: separately for front and rear

In this chapter, all production, country, and

optional equipment that is offered in the model

> Brake fluid

range is described. For this reason, descrip-

> Vehicle check

tions will be given of some equipment that may

> Legally mandated inspections depending

not be available in a vehicle, for example due to

on local regulations

the special options or national-market version

selected. This also applies to safety related

Service data in the remote control

functions and systems.

Your vehicle continuously stores service-

requirement information in the remote control

while you are driving. Your dealership Service

BMW Maintenance System

Advisor can read out this data from the remote

control unit, and propose an optimized mainte-

nance approach. Whenever you take your car in

for servicing you should therefore give your

dealership Service Advisor the remote control

unit that you last used.

Make sure that the date is always set

correctly, refer to page 84; otherwise, the

effectiveness of Condition Based Service CBS

is not assured.<

The BMW Maintenance System advises you of

Service and Warranty Information

necessary maintenance measures and helps

Booklet for US models and Warranty

you maintain the traffic and operating safety of

and Service Guide Booklet for

the vehicle.

Canadian models

Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor-

Condition Based Service CBS

mation Booklet for US models and Warranty

Sensors and special algorithms take the differ-

and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

ent driving conditions of your BMW into

for additional information on service require-

account. Condition Based Service uses this to

ments.

determine the current and future service

BMW recommends that you have service

requirements. By letting you define a service

and repair operations performed at your

and maintenance regimen that reflects your

BMW center.

own individual requirements, the system builds

Take the time to ensure that these service pro-

the basis for trouble-free driving.

cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi-

On the Control Display, you can have the

cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet

remaining times or distances for selected main-

for US models and Warranty and Service Guide

tenance tasks and any legally prescribed dates

Booklet for Canadian models. These entries

displayed, refer to page 80:

verify that your vehicle has received the speci-

fied regular maintenance.<

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Mobility Maintenance

Socket for Onboard

Emissions

Diagnosis OBD

The warning lamp lights up:

The vehicle is producing higher emis-

The socket for onboard diagnosis should

sions. The trip can be continued. Have

only be used by your BMW center or at a

the car checked as soon as possible.

workshop that works according to BMW repair

procedures with correspondingly trained per-

Canadian models display this warning

sonnel and by otherwise authorized personnel;

lamp.

otherwise, use can result in malfunctioning of

The lamp flashes under certain condi-

the vehicle.<

tions. This indicates excessive misfiring in the

Coupe:

engine. If this happens, you should reduce your

speed and visit your nearest BMW center as

soon as possible. Severe engine misfiring can

quickly lead to serious damage of emissions-

related components, especially the catalytic

converter.

The warning lamp lights up if the fuel

cap is not properly tightened and the

OBD system assumes that fuel vapor

is escaping. Make sure that the fuel cap is cor-

rectly positioned and close it until it audibly

Convertible:

clicks.

On the driver's side is an OBD socket for check-

ing components relevant to the composition of

the vehicle's emissions.

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Care Mobility

Care

Vehicle equipment

Automatic car washes

In this chapter, all production, country, and

Notes

optional equipment that is offered in the model

In car washes with high pressures and

range is described. For this reason, descrip-

nozzle positions, water may drip into the

tions will be given of some equipment that may

vehicle around the windows.<

not be available in a vehicle, for example due to

the special options or national-market version

Please note the following:

selected. This also applies to safety related

> Give preference to car washes that use

functions and systems.

cloth or soft brushes in order to avoid paint

damage.

> Wheels and tires must not be damaged by

Washing the vehicle

transport devices.

> Fold in exterior mirror, refer to page 55; oth-

Notes

erwise, they can be damaged due to the

When using steam cleaners or high-pres-

width of the vehicle.

sure cleaning jets, make sure to maintain

> Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to page 72,

a sufficient distance and stay below a maximum

to prevent undesired wiper operation.

temperature of 1407/606.

> In the convertible, do not treat the top with

Too close a distance, too high a pressure, or too

wax. Ensure that a program is available that

high a temperature may cause damage or

does not apply wax or is designed specifi-

preliminary damage that can then lead to long-

cally for Convertibles.

term damage.

Follow the operating instructions for the steam

> Move rear wiper into its wiper park position,

jet or high-pressure washer.<

deactivate it, and protect it from damage.

Ask the car wash operator about suitable

When using high-pressure washers, do

protective measures.

not spray the sensors, e.g. of the Park

Distance Control, for an extended period and

> Remove additional add-on parts, e.g. spoil-

maintain a distance of at least 1 ft/30 cm from

ers or phone antennas, if they could be

them.<

damaged.

Regularly remove foreign objects, e.g. leaves, in

> Unscrew the rod antenna.

the vicinity of the windshield when the hood is

> Leave the remote control in the ignition

open.

lock.

Wash the vehicle more frequently, particularly

Avoid car washes with guide rail heights

in winter.

over 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, there is the

Heavy soiling and road salt can lead to vehicle

danger of damaging chassis parts.<

damage.

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Mobility Care

Driving into an automatic car wash

After washing the vehicle

Perform the following steps to ensure that the

After washing the vehicle, apply the

vehicle can roll:

brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise,

water can reduce braking efficiency over the

Manual transmission:

short term and the brake discs can corrode.<

1. Shift into neutral.

Remove residues on the windows completely in

2. Release parking brake, refer to page 63.

order to prevent impaired vision due to smear

3. Switch off the engine.

formation and to reduce wiper noise and wiper

4. Leave the remote control in the ignition

blade wear.

lock.

Automatic transmission:

Vehicle care

1. Insert the remote control into the ignition

lock, even with Comfort Access.

Care products

2. Shift selector lever into position N.

BMW recommends using BMW cleaning and

3. Release parking brake, refer to page 63.

care products since they have been tested and

4. Switch off the engine.

approved for this purpose.

5. Leave the remote control in the ignition

Follow the instructions on the packaging.

lock.

When cleaning inside the vehicle, always

open the doors and windows. Only use prod-

Sport automatic transmission with double

ucts designed for cleaning vehicles. Cleaning

clutch:

agents can contain substances that are danger-

1. Insert the remote control into the ignition

ous or hazardous to your health.<

lock, even with Comfort Access.

2. Shift selector lever into position N.

Vehicle paintwork

3. Release parking brake, refer to page 63.

Regular care contributes to driving safety and

4. Switch off the engine.

value retention. Environmental influences in

regions with elevated levels of air pollution or

5. Leave the remote control in the ignition

natural contaminants such as tree sap or pollen

lock.

can impact vehicle paintwork. The frequency

The transmission is switched into position P:

and scope of car care should be adapted

> Automatically after approx. 30 minutes

accordingly.

> If you remove the infrared remote control

Immediately remove particularly corrosive sub-

from the ignition lock

stances such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, or bird

droppings to prevent damage to the paintwork.

Headlamps

Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or

Leather care

corrosive cleaning agents.

Frequently remove dust from the leather using

a cloth or vacuum cleaner.

Loosen dirt, e.g. insects, with shampoo and

rinse away with water.

Otherwise, dust and road grit in the pores and

folds of the leather will otherwise have an abra-

Thaw ice with a de-icer and do not use an ice

sive effect, resulting in increased wear and

scraper.

causing the leather surface to become brittle

prematurely.

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In order to prevent staining, e.g due to clothing,

Rubber parts

clean the leather approximately every two

Treat only with water or rubber care products.

months.

Do not use silicon-containing care products on

Clean light-colored leather more frequently as it

rubber seals; otherwise, noise and damage

shows dust and dirt more noticeably.

could occur.

Use BMW Premium Leather Care since dirt and

grease will otherwise slowly affect the protec-

Fine wood parts

tive layer of the leather.

Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts only

Suitable care products are available at your

with a damp cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

BMW center.

Plastic parts

Upholstery care

These include:

Regularly vacuum with a vacuum cleaner.

> Imitation leather surfaces

To remove severe spots such as beverage

> Roofliner

stains, use a soft sponge or lint-free microfiber

> Lamp glasses

cloth and suitable interior cleaners.

> Display pane of instrument cluster

Clean the upholstery down to the seams using a

sweeping motion. Avoid strong rubbing.

> Parts spray painted matte black

Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or

> Painted parts in the passenger

other articles of clothing can damage the

compartment

seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are

Use a microfibre cloth for cleaning.

closed.<

Moisten the cloth slightly with water.

Do not soak the roofliner.

Care of special parts

Do not use any cleaners that contain alco-

Light-alloy wheels

hol or solvents such as lacquer thinner,

cold cleaning agents, fuel, and the like; other-

When cleaning on the vehicle, use only neutral

wise, you may damage the surfaces.<

rim cleaner with a pH value of 5 to 9. Do not use

coarse cleansers and do not use steam clean-

Safety belts

ers at temperatures greater than 1407/606.

Follow manufacturer's instructions.

Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and

thus have a negative impact on safety.

Aggressive, acid-containing, or strongly alka-

line cleaning agents can destroy the protective

Do not clean chemically, as this may

coating of nearby components such as the

destroy the webbing.<

brake discs.

Only clean with a mild soap solution in the

installed state.

Chrome look surfaces

Only reel in seat belts when they are dry.

Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radia-

tor grill or door handles with copious quantities

of water and possibly a shampoo additive, par-

ticularly when roads are treated with deicing

salt.

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Mobility Care

Carpet and floor mats

Convertible top care

Keep floor mats, carpet, and other objects

The appearance and service life of the convert-

out of the movement range of the pedals;

ible top largely depends on its proper care and

otherwise, they may inhibit the function of the

operation.

pedals during driving.

Please follow these instructions:

Do not place additional floor mats onto an

> Never attempt to fold and stow the convert-

existing one or onto other objects.

ible top in the convertible compartment

Only use floor mats that have been approved for

when the top is wet or frozen. Otherwise,

the vehicle and can be appropriately fastened.

water stains, mildew, and chafe marks may

Make sure that the floor mats are securely fas-

occur.

tened again after they have been removed, e.g.

for cleaning.<

> If water spots occur on the inside headliner

despite precautions, remove them using a

Floor mats can be removed for the cleaning of

microfiber cloth and interior cleaner.

the passenger compartment.

> If the vehicle is parked in an enclosed area

When inserting the floor mats, secure them

for a longer period of time, make sure that

again to prevent slippage.

there is sufficient ventilation.

When carpets are heavily soiled, clean with a

> Remove any bird droppings immediately,

microfibre cloth and water or textile cleaner.

since they have corrosive properties which

When doing so, rub back and forth in the direc-

will corrode the convertible top and damage

tion of travel; otherwise, the carpet may

the rubber seals.

become matted.

To remove stains from the convertible

top, do not use stain removers, paint thin-

Sensors/cameras

ners, solvents, benzine or similar substances.

Use a microfibre cloth moistened with some

These cleaners may damage the rubber seals.

glass cleaner for cleaning sensors or cameras.

The improper care or cleaning methods may

cause the convertible top and its seams to

Displays/screens

leak.<

Use an antistatic microfibre cloth for cleaning

To remove heavy soiling, use a special convert-

displays.

ible top cleaner.

Do not use chemical or abrasive house-

Always read and follow the manufacturer's

hold cleaning agents. Keep all types of

instructions.

fluid and moisture away from the device. Other-

After washing the convertible top three to five

wise, surfaces or electrical components may be

times, treat it with an impregnating agent.

corroded or damaged. When cleaning, avoid

excessive pressure and do not use abrasive

Vehicle storage

materials; otherwise, you may damage them.<

Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on

preparatory steps for parking the vehicle for

more than three months.

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Replacing components

Vehicle equipment

Lamps and bulbs

In this chapter, all production, country, and

Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu-

optional equipment that is offered in the model

tion to vehicle safety. They should, therefore,

range is described. For this reason, descrip-

be handled carefully. BMW recommends hav-

tions will be given of some equipment that may

ing your BMW center perform any work that you

not be available in a vehicle, for example due to

do not feel competent to perform yourself or

the special options or national-market version

that is not described here.

selected. This also applies to safety related

Never touch the glass of new bulbs with

functions and systems.

your bare fingers, as even minute

amounts of contamination will burn into the

bulb's surface and reduce its service life. Use a

Onboard vehicle tool kit

clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold

the bulb by its base.<

The onboard vehicle tool kit is stored below the

floor mat in the trunk.

Replacement bulb sets are available at your

BMW center.

Only change bulbs while they are cool to

Wiper blades

the touch; otherwise, you could suffer

burns.<

When working on electrical systems,

always begin by switching off the con-

sumer in question; otherwise, short-circuits

could result. To avoid possible injury or equip-

ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe

any instructions provided by the bulb manufac-

turer.<

To replace lamps not described here,

please contact your BMW center.<

1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it.

2. Press together the locking spring, arrows 1,

Light-emitting diodes LED

and fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.

Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-

3. Take the wiper blade out of the catch mech-

cent lenses serve as the light sources for many

anism, pulling the blade toward the front.

of the controls and displays in your vehicle.

These light-emitting diodes, which operate

To avoid damage, make sure that the

using a concept similar to that applied in con-

wiper arms are against the windshield

ventional lasers, are officially designated as

before you open the hood.<

Class 1 light-emitting diodes.

Do not remove the covers or expose the

eyes directly to the unfiltered light source

for several hours; otherwise, this could cause

irritation of the retina.<

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Headlight lenses

Halogen headlamps

In cool or humid weather, condensation may

form on the interior of outside lamps. The con-

Halogen low beams and high beams

densation will disappear after a short time when

H7 bulb, 55 watts

driving with the headlamps switched on. The

Always wear gloves and eye protection;

headlamp glasses do not need to be changed.

the atmosphere within the H7 bulb is

If the headlamps do not defrost despite driving

pressurized. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury if

with the headlamps switched on, and additional

the bulb is damaged.<

moisture builds up, for example water droplets

in the lamps, have them checked by your BMW

center.

Xenon lamps

These bulbs have a very long service life and are

highly unlikely to fail. If a xenon lamp fails never-

theless, switch on the fog lamps and continue

the journey with great care, provided that local

legislation does not prohibit this.

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

Have all work on the xenon lamp system

performed only by your BMW center. Due

High beams

to high voltage, there is a risk of fatal injury if

Low-beam headlamps

work on the xenon lamps is carried out

1. Remove the headlamp cover.

improperly.<

2. Disconnect the plug from the lamp.

Removing the headlamp cover

3. Push the wire bracket to the side out of the

mounting, arrow 1, and fold it down,

1. Pull the wire brackets over the notches, see

arrow 2.

arrows, and fold to the side.

4. Remove the bulb.

5. Insert a new bulb with the notch at the top.

6. Fold up the wire bracket and engage it.

7. Connect the plug.

8. Attach the headlamp cover.

2. Fold away the headlamp cover.

Be careful when attaching the headlamp

cover and ensure that both wire brackets

are securely in place; otherwise, leaks could

occur and cause damage to the headlamp

system.<

Attach the headlamp cover in reverse order.

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Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps

Corner-illuminating lamps

W5W bulb, 5 watts

H3 bulb, 55 watts

1. Remove the headlamp cover.

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

1. Remove the top headlamp cover, using the

screwdriver to push the detent lugs to one

side.

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

2. Pull out the bulb holder.

3. Remove and replace the bulb.

2. Turn the bulb holder, see arrow, and

4. Reinsert the bulb holder.

remove it.

5. Attach the headlamp cover.

Xenon headlamps

Parking lamps, roadside parking

lamps, daytime running lights

H8 bulb, 35 watts

3. Slide the bulb out of the holder and pull off

the connector.

4. Replace the bulb and attach the connector.

5. Insert the bulb holder and turn it all the way

in the opposite direction.

6. Attach the headlamp cover.

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

1. Remove the headlamp cover.

2. Turn the bulb, see arrow, and remove it.

3. Pull off the connector and replace the bulb.

4. Attach the connector, insert the bulb and

turn it all the way in the opposite direction.

5. Attach the headlamp cover.

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Turn signals, front

2. While simultaneously lifting the retaining

tab, rotate bulb holder to the left and

PY21W bulb, 21 watts

remove.

The turn signal bulb can be changed via a cover

3. Remove lamp and replace it.

in the wheel arch.

To install, insert front end of the lamp and press

into place at the back.

Tail lamps with halogen headlamps

> Turn signal:

PY21W bulb, 21 watts

> Backup lamp:

W16W bulb, 16 watts

> Brake lamps:

P21W bulb, 21 watts

Turn the respective wheel inwards.

> Brake Force Display lamp:

Using a coin, turn both locks of the cover all

H21W bulb, 21 watts

the way to the left, arrows 1, and remove the

cover.

Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove

it, arrow 2.

Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

turning it to the left for removal and

replacement.

Insert the bulb holder and lock it by turning

it to the right.

Attach the cover by positioning the bottom

Inner brake lamp/tail lamp

edge first and then turning both locks all the

way to the right.

Outer brake lamp/parking/tail lamp

Reflector

Side turn signals

Lateral reflector

W5W bulb, 5 watts

Turn signal

1. Press the rear edge of the lamp toward the

Backup lamp

front with your fingertip, arrow 1 and pivot it

Brake Force Display lamp/tail lamp

out, arrow 2.

Tail lamps with xenon headlamps

> Turn signal:

PY21W bulb, 21 watts

> Backup lamp:

W16W bulb, 16 watts

> Brake lamps:

P21W bulb, 21 watts

> Brake Force Display lamp:

H21W bulb, 21 watts

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4. Attach the bulb holder and turn it all the way

in the opposite direction.

5. Reattach the cover.

With Xenon headlamps, the parking/tail

lamp uses LED technology. After replac-

ing the bulb, ensure that the bulb holder is prop-

erly seated; otherwise, the roadside parking

lamp/tail lamp may not work.<

Roadside parking lamp and tail lamp LED

Inner brake lamp, turn signal, backup

lamp and Brake Force Display lamp

Inner brake lamp

Outer brake lamp

Reflector

Lateral reflector

Turn signal

Backup lamp

Brake Force Display lamp

Replacing tail lamps

The bulbs are integrated in a single bulb holder.

Outer brake lamp

1. Remove the cover from the panel of the

trunk.

2. Detach the bulb holder by pressing

together the clips, see arrows, and remove

it.

3. Brake lamps and turn signal: apply gentle

pressure to the bulb while turning it to the

left for removal and replacement.

4. Backup lamp: pull the bulb out of the socket

and replace it.

The outer brake lamp can be accessed through

5. Attach the bulb holder and let it snap into

a single socket.

place.

The figure shows the right side of the vehicle.

6. Reattach the cover.

1. Remove the cover from the panel of the

trunk.

License plate lamps, center brake

lamp, and parking/tail lamp

2. Turn the bulb holder to the left, see arrow,

and remove it.

These lamps use LED technology for operation.

If they malfunction, please contact your BMW

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

center.

turning it to the left for removal and

replacement.

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Changing wheels

Battery replacing

Only use vehicle batteries that have been

Your BMW is equipped with run-flat tires as

approved for your vehicle by the manu-

standard. This eliminates the need to change a

facturer; otherwise, the vehicle could be dam-

wheel immediately in the event of a puncture.

aged and systems or functions may not be fully

For information on continuing to drive with a

available.<

damaged tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire on

After a battery replacement, have the battery

page 92.

registered on the vehicle by your service center

The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle

to ensure that all comfort functions are fully

with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to

available.

New wheels and tires, page 230.

When mounting new tires or changing over

Charging the battery

from summer to winter tires and vice versa,

mount run-flat tires for your own safety. In the

Note

event of a flat, no spare wheel is available. Your

Do not connect battery chargers to the

BMW center will be glad to advise you. Refer

sockets installed in the vehicle at the

also to New wheels and tires, page 230.

factory; otherwise you may cause damage to

The tools for changing wheels are avail-

the battery.<

able as optional accessories from your

BMW center.<

General information

To guarantee the full service life of the battery,

Jack mounting points

ensure that the battery is always properly

charged.

It may be necessary to charge the battery in the

following situations:

> If frequent short trips are taken;

> If the vehicle is frequently parked for more

than a month.

Jump-starting terminals

Charge the battery via the connections in the

The jacking points are at the positions shown in

engine compartment only when the engine is

the illustration.

off. Connections, refer to Jump starting on

page 251.

Vehicle battery

Power failure

After a temporary power loss, the functioning of

Battery care

some equipment may be limited and require

The battery is 100% maintenance-free, the

reinitialization. Individual settings may likewise

electrolyte will last for the life of the battery

have been lost and will have to be programmed:

when the vehicle is operated in a temperate

> Time and date

climate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise

These values must be updated, refer to

in all matters concerning the battery.

page 82.

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> Radio

In the glove compartment

In some cases, stations may have to be

stored again, refer to page 160.

> Navigation system

Wait for the system to start, refer to

page 151.

> Glass roof

It may happen that the roof can only be

tilted. The system must be initialized.

Please contact your BMW center.

> Seat and mirror memory

Accessing the fuse box:

The positions must be stored again, refer to

1. Open the glove compartment.

page 54.

2. Remove the damper, arrow 1, from the

> Inside rearview mirror with digital compass

lower holder by applying forward pressure.

The system must be calibrated, refer to

3. Disengage the glove compartment by

page 114.

pressing on both tabs, arrows 2, and fold it

> Active steering

down.

The system automatically initializes itself

Plastic tweezers are located on the distributor

briefly during a trip. The system is deacti-

box.

vated during this time, refer to page 96.

Information on fuse assignment can be found

next to the distributor box.

Disposal of old battery

Spare fuses are available at your BMW center.

Have old batteries disposed of by your

BMW center or bring them to a recycling

After replacing a fuse, press the glove compart-

center. Maintain the battery in an upright

ment upward until it engages and reattach the

position for transport and storage. Always

damper.

secure the battery against tipping over during

transport.<

Fuses

Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and

do not replace a defective fuse with a

substitute of another color or amperage rating;

otherwise, this could lead to a circuit overload,

ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<

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