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Storage compartments Controls
Locking
Front storage compartment
The glove compartment can be locked with an
There is a storage compartment between the
integrated key to separately secure the trunk
front seats. Raise the lid to open it.
lid, refer to page 41, for example.
This prevents access to the glove compart-
ment and to the cargo area.
Center armrest
After the glove compartment is locked, the re-
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
Front
hotel, without the integrated key.
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats.
Driver's side
Opening
Note
Close the glove compartment again im-
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately af-
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc-
cur during accidents.◀
Opening
Fold the center armrest up.
Repositioning
Center armrest can be pushed forwards or
backwards. It engages in the end positions.
Connection for an external audio
device
Pull the handle.
Closing
Fold cover closed.
Compartments in the doors
Storage compartment in the
Do not stow any breakable objects
rear
Do not store any breakable objects, e. g.
Storage compartment is located in the rear
glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is
center console.
an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac-
cident.◀
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Controls Storage compartments
Storage compartment
between the rear seats
There is a storage compartment between the
rear seats.
Cupholders
Hints
Pull the center armrest forward at the strap.
Shatter-proof containers and no hot
To open: press the button.
drinks
To close: push both covers back in, one after
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
the other.
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is
the increased danger of injury in an accident.◀
Pushing back the covers
Push back the covers before folding up
Unsuitable containers
the center armrest; otherwise, the cupholder
Do not forcefully push unsuitable con-
could become damaged.◀
tainers into the cupholders. This may result in
damage.◀
Clothes hooks
Front
The clothes hooks are located in the rear.
Do not obstruct view
When suspending clothing from the
hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driv-
er's vision.◀
No heavy objects
Do not hang heavy objects from the
hooks; otherwise, they may present a danger
to passengers during braking and evasive ma-
Inserts for front cupholders
neuvers.◀
Use inserts for the drink holders as additional
storage compartments. To do this, place the
inserts in the cupholders.
Storage compartments in the
Only use the inserts for small objects such as
cargo area
keys or the remote control.
Storage compartment
Rear
A storage compartment is located on the left
In the center armrest.
side.
Located on the right side is a storage compart-
ment for the first aid kit, refer to page 194.
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Storage compartments Controls
Net for storage compartment
Smaller objects can be stored in the net of
right storage compartment.
Hooks/multi-function hook
A multi-function hook is located on each side
of the cargo area. The multi-function hooks
can be loaded up to a max. of 8.8 lbs/4 kg.
Light and suitable objects only
Only hang light bags or suitable objects
from the holders. Otherwise, there is a danger
of objects flying about during braking and eva-
sive maneuvers.
Only transport heavy luggage in the trunk if it
has been appropriately secured.◀
Retaining strap
A retaining strap is available on the right side
trim for fastening small objects.
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
To secure the cargo, refer to page 152, there
are two or four lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Floor net
The floor net can also be used to Secure the
load, refer to page 152, and to store small
parts.
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Driving tips Things to remember when driving
Things to remember when driving
Vehicle equipment
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap-
All standard, country-specific and optional
prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized
equipment that is offered in the model series is
contact and wear patterns between brake
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
discs and brake pads. Drive moderately during
ment is also described that is not available in a
this break-in period.
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
Clutch
for safety-related functions and systems.
The function of the clutch reaches its optimal
level only after a distance driven of approx.
300 miles/500 km. During this break-in period,
Breaking-in period
engage the clutch gently.
General information
Following part replacement
Moving parts need to be broken in to adjust to
The same breaking in procedures should be
each other.
observed if any of the components mentioned
The following instructions will help achieve a
above have to be renewed in the course of the
long vehicle life and good economy.
vehicle's operating life.
Engine and differential
Always obey the official speed limit.
General driving notes
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Closing the trunk lid
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
Drive with the trunk lid closed
speed:
Only drive with the tailgate closed; other-
▷ For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
wise, in the event of an accident or braking and
100 mph/160 km/h.
evasive maneuvers, passengers and other road
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum-
users may be injured, and the vehicle may be
stances.
damaged. In addition, exhaust fumes may en-
ter the passenger compartment.◀
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
avoided:
increased.
▷ Close all windows and the glass sunroof.
Tires
▷ Greatly increase the blower speed.
Due to technical factors associated with their
▷ Drive moderately.
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full
traction potential until after an initial breaking-
in period.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
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Things to remember when driving Driving tips
Hot exhaust system
Driving through water
Hot exhaust system
Drive through calm water only and only if it is
not deeper than. 9.8 inches/25 cm and at this
High temperatures are generated in the
height, no faster than walking speed, up to
exhaust system.
6 mph/10 km/h.
Do not remove the heat shields installed and
Adhere to water depth and speed limita-
never apply undercoating to them. Make sure
tions
that flammable materials, e. g. hay, leaves,
grass, etc. do not come in contact with the hot
Do not exceed this water depth and walking
exhaust system during driving, while in idle po-
speed; otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the
sition mode, or when parked. Such contact
electrical systems and the transmission may
could lead to a fire, and with it the risk of seri-
be damaged.◀
ous personal injury as well as property dam-
age.
Braking safely
Do not touch hot exhaust pipes; otherwise,
Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stand-
there is the danger of getting burned.◀
ard feature.
Applying the brakes fully is the most effective
Mobile communication devices in the
way of braking in situations when this is neces-
vehicle
sary.
Mobile communication devices in the ve-
The vehicle maintains steering responsive-
hicle
ness. You can still avoid any obstacles with a
It is advised that you do not use mobile com-
minimum of steering effort.
munication devices, e.g., mobile phones, in-
Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from
side the vehicle without connecting them di-
the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its
rectly to the external antenna. Otherwise, the
active mode.
vehicle electronics and mobile communication
devices can interfere with each other. In addi-
Objects within the range of movement
tion, there is no assurance that the radiation
of the pedals
generated during transmission will be dis-
No objects in the area around the pedals
charged from the vehicle interior.◀
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
Hydroplaning
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
impeded while driving and create the risk of an
form between the tires and road surface.
accident.
This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan-
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
ing. It is characterized by a partial or complete
mats or other objects.
loss of contact between the tires and the road
Only use floor mats that have been approved
surface, ultimately undermining your ability to
for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in
steer and brake the vehicle.
place.
Hydroplaning
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas-
When driving on wet or slushy roads, re-
tened again after they were removed for clean-
duce your speed to prevent hydroplaning.◀
ing, for example.◀
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Driving tips Things to remember when driving
Driving in wet conditions
Should corrosion form on the brake discs, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating ef-
When roads are wet coated with road salt or
fect that generally cannot be corrected.
there is heavy rain, briefly exert gentle pres-
sure on the brake pedal every few miles.
Condensation under the parked
Ensure that this action does not endanger
vehicle
other road users.
When using the automatic climate control,
The heat generated in this process helps dry
condensation water develops that exits under-
the brake discs and pads.
neath the vehicle.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
Traces of water under the vehicle like this are
when you need it.
normal.
Hills
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear in which the least braking is required.
Otherwise, the brake system may overheat, re-
sulting in a reduction in the brake system effi-
ciency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect
by shifting down, going all the way to first gear,
if necessary.
Avoid load on the brakes
Avoid placing excessive load on the
brake system. Light but consistent brake pres-
sure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear
and possibly even brake failure.◀
Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral or with the engine
stopped, as doing so disables engine braking.
In addition, steering and brake assist are un-
available with the engine stopped.◀
Brake disc corrosion
The corrosion on the brake discs and the con-
tamination on the brake pads are furthered by:
▷ Low mileage.
▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.
▷ Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure
that must be exerted by the pads during brake
applications to clean the discs is not reached.
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Loading Driving tips
Loading
▷ The combined weight of occupants
Vehicle equipment
and cargo should never exceed XXX kg
All standard, country-specific and optional
or YYY lbs. Otherwise, damage to the
equipment that is offered in the model series is
vehicle and unstable driving situations
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
may result.
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Hints
Overloading the vehicle
To avoid exceeding the approved carry-
ing capacity of the tires, never overload the ve-
2.
Determine the combined weight of the
hicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and
driver and passengers that will be riding in
increases the rate at which damage develops
your vehicle.
inside the tires. This could result in a sudden
3.
Subtract the combined weight of the driver
loss of tire inflation pressure.◀
and passengers from XXX kilograms or
YYY pounds.
No fluids in the trunk
4.
The resulting figure equals the available
Make sure that fluids do not leak into the
amount of cargo and luggage load ca-
trunk; otherwise, the vehicle may be dam-
pacity.
aged.◀
For example, if the YYY amount equals
Securing cargo
1,000 lbs and there will be four 150 lbs
Always position and secure the cargo as
passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
described above; otherwise, it can endanger
available cargo and luggage load capacity
the car's occupants if sudden braking or
is 400 lbs: 1,000 lbs minus 600 lbs =
swerving becomes necessary.
400 lbs.
Heavy or hard objects should not be carried
5.
Determine the combined weight of lug-
loose inside the car; otherwise, they could be
gage and cargo being loaded on the vehi-
thrown around as a result of hard braking, sud-
cle. That weight may not safely exceed the
den swerves, etc., and endanger the occu-
available cargo and luggage load capacity
pants.◀
calculated in Step 4.
Determining the load limit
1. Locate the following statement on your ve-
hicle’s placard:
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Driving tips Loading
Load
Securing cargo
Lashing eyes in the cargo area
The maximum load is the sum of the weight of
the occupants and the cargo.
To secure the cargo there are two or four lash-
The greater the weight of the occupants, the
ing eyes in the cargo area.
less cargo that can be transported.
Floor net
Stowing cargo
The floor net can also be used to Secure the
load and to store small parts.
▷
Cover sharp edges and corners on the
cargo.
▷
Heavy cargo: stow as far forward as possi-
ble, directly behind and at the bottom of
the rear passenger seat backrests.
▷
Very heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not
occupied, secure each of the outer safety
belts in the opposite buckle.
▷
If necessary, fold down the rear backrests
to stow cargo.
Hook the floor net into the fittings in the cargo
▷
Do not stack cargo above the top edge of
area floor.
the backrests.
Securing cargo
▷ Smaller and lighter items: secure with re-
taining straps or draw straps.
▷ Larger and heavy objects: secure with
cargo straps.
Attach the cargo straps, retaining straps or
draw straps to the lashing eyes in the cargo
area.
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Loading Driving tips
Securing cargo
Therefore, note the following when loading
and driving:
Always position and secure the cargo as
described above; otherwise, it can endanger
▷
Do not exceed the approved roof/axle
the car's occupants if sudden braking or
loads and the approved gross vehicle
swerving becomes necessary.
weight.
Heavy or hard objects should not be carried
▷
Distribute the roof load uniformly.
loose inside the car; otherwise, they could be
▷
The roof load should not be too large in
thrown around as a result of hard braking, sud-
area.
den swerves, etc., and endanger the occu-
▷
Always place the heaviest pieces on the
pants.◀
bottom.
▷
Secure the roof luggage firmly, e.g., tie
with ratchet straps.
Roof-mounted luggage rack
▷
Do not let objects project into the opening
path of the trunk lid.
Note
▷
Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler-
Roof racks are available as special accessories.
ation and braking maneuvers. Take corners
gently.
Securing
Follow the installation instructions of the roof
rack.
Roof drip rail with flaps
The anchorage points are located in the roof
drip rail above the doors.
Fold the cover outward.
Loading
Be sure that adequate clearance is maintained
for tilting and opening the glass sunroof.
Because roof racks raise the vehicle's center
of gravity when loaded, they have a major ef-
fect on vehicle handling and steering re-
sponse.
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Driving tips Saving fuel
Saving fuel
Vehicle equipment
Close the windows and glass
sunroof
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
Driving with the glass sunroof and windows
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
open results in increased air resistance and
ment is also described that is not available in a
thereby reduces the range.
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Tires
General information
General information
Tires can affect fuel consumption values in
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
various ways, for instance fuel consumption
the reduction of fuel consumption and emis-
can be influenced by the size of the tires.
sions.
Check the tire inflation pressure
Fuel consumption depends on a number of dif-
regularly
ferent factors.
Check and, if necessary, correct the tire infla-
The implementation of certain measures, driv-
tion pressure at least twice a month and before
ing style and regular maintenance can have an
starting on a long trip.
influence on fuel consumption and on the envi-
ronmental impact.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re-
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Remove unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Drive away immediately
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving
Remove attached parts
right away, but at moderate engine speeds.
following use
This is the fastest way for the cold engine to
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof or rear luggage
reach its operating temperature.
racks which are no longer required following
use.
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aero-
Look well ahead when
dynamics and increase the fuel consumption.
driving
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehi-
cle driving ahead of you.
Driving smoothly and looking ahead reduces
fuel consumption.
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Saving fuel Driving tips
In addition, fuel consumption is also deter-
Avoid high engine speeds
mined by other factors, such as driving style,
Use 1st gear to get the vehicle in motion. Be-
road conditions, maintenance or environmental
ginning with 2nd gear, accelerate rapidly.
factors.
When accelerating, shift up before reaching
high engine speeds.
When you reach the desired speed, shift into
Switch off any functions that
the highest applicable gear and drive with the
are not currently needed
engine speed as low as possible and at a con-
stant speed.
Functions such as seat heating and the rear
window defroster require a lot of energy and
As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers
reduce the range, especially in city and stop-
fuel consumption and reduces wear.
and-go traffic.
The gear shift indicator of your vehicle indi-
Therefore, switch off these functions if they
cates the most fuel efficient gear.
are not actually needed.
The ECO PRO driving program supports the
energy conserving use of comfort functions.
Use coasting
These functions are automatically deactivated
When approaching a red light, take your foot
partially or completely.
off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to
a halt.
On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the
Have maintenance carried
accelerator and let the vehicle roll.
out
The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.
Have vehicles maintained regularly to achieve
optimal vehicle economy and operating life.
The maintenance should be carried out by
Switch off the engine during
your service center.
longer stops
Also note the BMW Maintenance System, refer
Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,
to page 181.
at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic
congestion.
ECO PRO
Auto Start/Stop function
The Auto Start/Stop function of your vehicle
The concept
automatically switches off the engine during a
ECO PRO supports a driving style that saves
stop.
on fuel consumption. For this purpose, the en-
If the engine is switched off and then restarted
gine control and comfort functions, e. g. the
rather than leaving the engine running con-
climate control output, are adjusted.
stantly, fuel consumption and emissions are
In addition, context-sensitive instructions can
reduced. Savings can begin within a few sec-
be displayed that assist in driving in a manner
onds of switching off the engine.
that optimizes fuel consumption.
Using this system can cause certain compo-
In the instrument display, the extension of the
nents of the vehicle to become worn prema-
range achieved by this can be displayed as a
turely.
bonus range.
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Driving tips Saving fuel
At a glance
The climate control is adjusted to be fuel-effi-
cient.
The system includes the following
EfficientDynamics functions and displays:
By making a slight change to the set tempera-
ture, or slowly adjusting the rate of heating or
▷ ECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 156.
cooling of the passenger compartment, fuel
▷ ECO PRO tips driving instruction, refer to
consumption can be economized.
page 157
The outputs of the seat heater and the exterior
▷ ECO PRO climate control, refer to
mirror heating are also reduced.
page 156.
The exterior mirror heating is made available
when outside temperatures are very cold.
Activate ECO PRO
Press button repeatedly until ECO
ECO PRO potential
PRO is displayed in the instrument
The percentage of potential savings that can
cluster.
be achieved with the current configuration is
displayed.
Configuring ECO PRO
Display in the instrument cluster
Via the Driving Dynamics Control
1. Activate ECO PRO.
ECO PRO bonus range
2. "Configure ECO PRO"
An extension of the range can
be achieved by an adjusted driv-
3. Configure the program.
ing style.
Via the iDrive
This may be displayed as the
bonus range in the instrument
1. "Settings"
cluster.
2. "ECO PRO mode"
The bonus range is shown in the range display.
Or
The bonus range is automatically reset every
1. "Settings"
time the vehicle is refueled.
2. "Driving mode"
3. "Configure ECO PRO"
Driving style
Configure the program.
ECO PRO Tip
▷ "Tip at:":
Set ECO Pro speed at which an ECO PRO
Tip is to be displayed.
▷ "ECO PRO speed warning":
A reminder is displayed if the set ECO PRO
speed is exceeded.
In the tachometer, a mark in the bar display in-
dicates the current efficiency of the driving
ECO PRO climate control
style.
"ECO PRO climate control"
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Saving fuel Driving tips
Mark in the CHARGE area, arrow 1: display for
Symbol Measure
energy recovered by coasting or when braking.
Automatic transmission: switch
Mark in the POWER area, arrow 2: display
from M/S to D and avoid manual
when accelerating.
shift interventions.
The efficiency of the driving style is shown by
the color of the bar:
Manual shift transmission: follow
shifting instructions.
▷ Blue display: efficient driving style as long
as the mark moves within the blue range.
Manual shift transmission: engage
▷ Gray display: adjust driving style, e. g. by
neutral for engine stop.
backing off the accelerator pedal.
The display switches to blue as soon as all
conditions for fuel-economy-optimized driving
Indications on the Control Display
are met.
EfficientDynamics
Information on fuel consumption and technol-
ECO PRO Tip - driving instruction
ogy can be displayed during driving.
The arrow indicates that the
driving style can be adjusted to
1. "Vehicle Info"
be more fuel efficient by backing
2. "EfficientDynamics"
off the accelerator for instance.
Displaying fuel consumption history
The average fuel consumption can be dis-
Note
played within an adjustable time frame.
The driving style display and ECO PRO tips in
Vertical bars show consumption for the se-
the instrument cluster appear when the ECO
lected time frame.
PRO display is activated.
Trip interruptions are represented below the
Activating driving style and ECO PRO tips:
bar on the time axis.
1. "Settings"
"Consumption history"
2. "Info display"
Adjusting fuel consumption history
3. "ECO PRO Info"
time frame
ECO PRO tip - Symbols
Select the symbol.
An additional symbol and a text instruction are
Resetting fuel consumption history
displayed.
1. Open "Options".
Symbol Measure
2. "Reset consumption history"
For efficient driving style, back off
the accelerator or delay accelerating
Displaying EfficientDynamics info
to allow time to assess road condi-
The current efficiency can be displayed.
tions.
"EfficientDynamics info"
Reduce speed to the selected ECO
The following systems are displayed:
PRO speed.
▷ Automatic engine start-stop function.
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Driving tips Saving fuel
▷ Energy recovery.
▷ Driving in the dynamic limit range and on
steep uphill or downhill grades.
▷ Climate control output.
▷ Battery charge status temporarily too low
▷ Coasting.
or vehicle electrical system drawing exces-
sive current.
Display ECO PRO tips
▷ Cruise control activated.
"ECO PRO Tips"
The setting is stored for the profile currently in
Functional requirements
use.
In ECO PRO mode, this function is available in
a speed range from approximately 30 mph, ap-
Coasting
prox. 50 km/h to 100 mph, approx. 160 km/h, if
the following conditions are satisfied:
The concept
▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not
The system helps to conserve fuel.
operated.
To do this, under certain conditions the engine
▷ The selector lever is in transmission posi-
is automatically decoupled from the transmis-
tion D.
sion when transmission position D is engaged.
The vehicle continues traveling with the engine
▷ Engine and transmission are at operating
idling to reduce fuel consumption. Transmis-
temperature.
sion position D remains engaged.
This driving condition is referred to as coast-
Display
ing.
Display in the instrument cluster
As soon as the brake or accelerator pedal is
depressed, the engine is automatically coupled
The mark in the bar display be-
to the transmission again.
low the tachometer is backlit in
blue and is located at the zero
Hints
point. The tachometer approxi-
mately indicates idle speed.
Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO, re-
fer to page 155, driving mode.
The coasting point indicator is illuminated at
the zero point during coasting.
Coasting is automatically activated when ECO
PRO mode is called via the Driving Dynamics
Control.
Indications on the Control Display
The function is available in a certain speed
The Coasting driving condition is displayed in
range.
EfficientDynamics Info while this driving mode
A forward-looking driving style helps the driver
is active.
to use the function as often as possible and
The distance traveled in the Coasting driving
supports the fuel-conserving effect of coast-
condition is indicated by a counter.
ing.
Safety mode
The function is not available if one of the fol-
lowing conditions is satisfied.
▷ DSC OFF or TRACTION activated.
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Saving fuel Driving tips
Functional requirement
The function is only available in ECO PRO
mode.
Calling up ECO PRO driving style
analysis
Via the Driving Dynamics Control
1. Activate ECO PRO.
Color code blue, arrow 1, and symbol, arrow 2:
2. "EfficientDynamics"
driving condition Coasting.
3.
Select the symbol.
Displaying EfficientDynamics info
Display
1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "EfficientDynamics"
Display on the Control Display
3.
"EfficientDynamics info"
Deactivating the system manually
The function can be deactivated in the Config-
ure ECO PRO, refer to page 156, menu, e.g., to
use the braking effect of the engine when trav-
eling downhill.
The setting is stored for the profile currently in
use.
The display of the ECO PRO driving style anal-
ECO PRO driving style analysis
ysis consists of a symbolized road route and a
lookup table.
The concept
The road symbolizes the efficiency of the driv-
The system helps in this situation to develop
ing style. The more efficient the driving style,
an especially efficient driving style and to con-
the smoother the depicted road route be-
serve fuel.
comes, arrow 1.
For this purpose, the driving style is analyzed.
The table of values contains stars. The more
The assessment is done in various categories
efficient the driving style, the more stars are in-
and is displayed on the Control Display.
cluded in the table and the faster the bonus
range increases, arrow 2.
Using this indication, the individual driving
style can be oriented toward conserving fuel.
If, on the other hand, the driving style is ineffi-
cient, a wavy road and a reduced number of
The last fifteen minutes of a trip are evaluated.
stars is displayed.
The range of the vehicle can be extended by
To assist with an efficient driving style, ECO
an efficient driving style.
PRO tips are displayed during the drive.
This gain in range is displayed as a bonus
Tips about the energy saving driving style,
range in the instrument cluster and on the
Conserving fuel, refer to page 154.
Control Display.
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Mobility Refueling
Refueling
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Hints
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler flap.
Refuel promptly
Refuel no later than at a range of
30 miles/50 km, or operation of the engine is
not ensured and damage may occur.◀
Fuel cap
Opening
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.
Closing
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Close the fuel filler flap.
Do not pinch the retaining strap
Do not pinch the retaining strap attached
to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be
closed properly and fuel vapors can escape.◀
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, for ex-
ample.
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Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol.
This releases the fuel filler flap.
Observe the following when
refueling
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Do not overfill the fuel tank
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise
fuel may escape, causing harm to the environ-
ment and damaging the vehicle.◀
Handling fuels
Obey safety regulations posted at the
gas station.◀
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Fuel
xx: comply with the current standard in each
Vehicle equipment
case.
All standard, country-specific and optional
Do not refuel with Ethanol above the
equipment that is offered in the model series is
maximum Ethanol proportion
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
ment is also described that is not available in a
Do not refuel with Ethanol above the maximum
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
Ethanol proportion, that is, refueling with fuel
equipment or country variant. This also applies
that contains more than 10 % Ethanol, flex fuel
for safety-related functions and systems.
or other alcohols; otherwise, damage to the
engine and fuel supply could result.◀
Fuel recommendation
Gasoline quality
BMW recommends AKI 91.
Note
General fuel quality
Minimum fuel grade
Even fuels that conform to the specifica-
BMW recommends AKI 89.
tions can be of low quality. Switch gas stations
Minimum fuel grade
or use fuel from brand name producers having
Do not use any gasoline below the mini-
a higher octane level; otherwise, engine prob-
mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per-
lems, such as poor engine starting perform-
formance.◀
ance, poorer handling characteristics or driving
performance may occur.◀
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat-
ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds
Gasoline
when starting at high outside temperatures.
This has no effect on the engine life.
For the best fuel economy, the gasoline should
be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Fuel quality
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con-
The use of poor-quality fuels may result
taining metal must not be used.
in harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi-
tionally, problems relating to drivability, start-
Refuel only with unleaded gasoline with-
ing and stalling, especially under certain envi-
out metallic additives.
ronmental conditions such as high ambient
Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gaso-
temperature and high altitude, may occur.
line with metallic additives, e. g. manganese or
If drivability problems are encountered, we rec-
iron, or permanent damage to the catalytic
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline
converter and other components.◀
brand and a higher octane grade — AKI num-
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
ber — for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en-
10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to
Ethanol should satisfy the following quality
purchase gasoline from BP or Top Tier retail-
standards:
ers.
US: ASTM 4806-xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511-xx
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Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled main-
tenance.◀
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Wheels and tires
than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has
Vehicle equipment
been parked for at least 2 hours.
All standard, country-specific and optional
After correcting the tire inflation pressure:
equipment that is offered in the model series is
▷ Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip-
ment is also described that is not available in a
▷ Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
Pressure specifications
for safety-related functions and systems.
The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
page 167, contains all pressure specifications
for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem-
Tire inflation pressure
perature. Pressure specifications apply to ap-
proved tire sizes and recommended tire
Safety information
brands. This information can be obtained from
The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres-
your service center.
sure influence the following:
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
▷ The service life of the tires.
please note the following:
▷ Road safety.
▷ Tire sizes of your vehicle.
▷ Driving comfort.
▷ Maximum permitted driving speed.
Checking the pressure
Tire inflation pressures up to
100 mph/160 km/h
Tires have a natural, consistent loss of pres-
sure.
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for
optimum driving comfort, note the pressure
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer
Regularly check the tire inflation pres-
to page 167, and adjust as necessary.
sure, and correct it as needed: at least twice a
month and before a long trip. If you fail to ob-
serve this precaution, you may be driving on
tires with incorrect tire pressures, a condition
that may not only compromise your vehicle's
driving stability, but also lead to tire damage
and the risk of an accident.◀
Tires heat up during driving, and the tire infla-
tion pressure increases along with the temper-
ature of the tire. The tire inflation pressure
These pressure values can also be found on
specifications relate to cold tires or tires with
the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
the ambient temperature.
door pillar.
Only check the tire inflation pressure when the
tires are cold. This means after driving no more
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Maximum permissible speed
Tire size
Pressure specifications in
Do not exceed 100 mph/160 km/h; other-
bar/PSI
wise, tire damage and accidents may result.◀
Front: 225/35
2.5 / 36
-
R 19 88 Y XL RSC
-
2.8/41
Tire inflation pressure values up to
Rear: 245/30 R 19
100 mph/160 km/h
89 Y XL RSC
228i
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 125/80 R 17 99
Tire size
Pressure specifications in
M
4.2 / 60
bar/PSI
Specifications in
M235i
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Tire size
Pressure specifications in
bar/PSI
225/45 R 17 91 H
2.2 / 32
2.2 / 32
Specifications in
M+S RSC
bar/PSI with cold
tires
205/50 R 17 89
2.2 / 32
2.5 / 36
V M+S A/S RSC
205/50 R 17 89 H
225/40 R 18 92 V
2.2 / 32
2.6 / 38
M+S RSC
M+S XL A/S RSC
225/40 R 18 92 V
205/50 R 17 89 H
M+S XL RSC
M+S RSC
225/40 R 18 92 V
225/45 R 17 91 H
M+S XL A/S RSC
M+S RSC
225/40 R 18 92 V
Front: 225/45
2.2 / 32
-
M+S XL RSC
R 17 91 W RSC
-
2.2 / 32
Rear: 245/40 R 17
Front: 225/40 R
2.2 / 32
-
91 W RSC
18 88 Y Std
-
2.6 / 38
Rear: 245/35 R 18
Front: 225/40
2.2 / 32
-
92 Y Std
R 18 88 Y RSC
-
2.6 / 38
Rear: 245/35 R 18
Front: 225/40
2.2 / 32
-
88 Y RSC
R 18 88 Y RSC
-
2.6 / 38
Rear: 245/35 R 18
88 Y RSC
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