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Only use approved BMW High Performance

Checking coolant level

Synthetic Oil.

Do not open the engine hood before the

If BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil is not

engine has cooled down.

available, you can add small quantities of other

Turn the cap of the expansion tank a little

synthetic oils in between oil changes. Only use

counterclockwise to allow any accumulated

oils with the API SM specification or higher.

pressure to escape, then continue turning

Your BMW center will be glad to answer

to open.

any questions regarding BMW High Per-

The coolant level is correct if it is between

formance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic

the maximum and minimum marks in the

oils.<

filler neck, refer also to the diagram next to

You can also call BMW of North America at

the filler neck.

1-800-831-1117 or visit the website

www.bmwusa.com to obtain this information.

Viscosity ratings

Viscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and

is categorized in SAE classes.

Selecting the appropriate SAE class depends

on the regional climatic conditions in which you

normally drive your BMW.

Approved oils belong to the 0W-40,

If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to

0W-30, 5W-40 and 5W-30 SAE

the specified level; do not overfill.

classes.<

Turn the cap until there is an audible click.

These oils can be used for driving at all outside

Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi-

temperatures.

nated as soon as possible.

Coolant

Do not add coolant to the cooling system

when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant

can cause burns.<

Coolant consists of half water and half additive.

Not all commercially available additives are suit-

able for your BMW. Ask your BMW center for

suitable additives.

Only use suitable additives; otherwise,

engine damage may result. Because

additives are harmful to your health, it is impor-

tant to follow the instructions on the contain-

ers.<

Comply with the appropriate environ-

mental protection regulations when dis-

posing of coolant additives.<

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Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

Service data in the remote control

Your vehicle continuously stores service-

requirement information in the remote control

while you are driving. Your BMW Service Advi-

sor can read out this data from the remote con-

trol unit, and propose an optimized mainte-

nance approach. Whenever you take your car in

for servicing you should therefore hand your

BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit

that you last used.

Make sure that the date in the instrument

The BMW Maintenance System supports the

cluster is always set correctly, refer to

preservation of the traffic and operating safety

page 62; otherwise, the effectiveness of Condi-

of your BMW. The objective is to optimize

tion Based Service CBS is not assured.<

efforts with respect to minimal vehicle mainte-

nance costs.

Service and Warranty Information

Booklet for US models and Warranty

If and when you come to sell your BMW, a com-

prehensive record of servicing will prove a sig-

and Service Guide Booklet for

nificant benefit.

Canadian models

Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor-

Condition Based Service CBS

mation Booklet for US models and Warranty

and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models

Sensors and special algorithms take the differ-

for additional information on service require-

ent driving conditions of your BMW into

ments.

account. Condition Based Service uses this to

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-

cle's Service and Warranty Information Booklet

In the instrument cluster, you can have the

for US models and Warranty and Service Guide

remaining times or distances for selected main-

Booklet for Canadian models. These entries

tenance tasks and any legally prescribed dates

verify that your vehicle has received the speci-

displayed, refer to page 61:

fied regular maintenance.<

> Engine oil

> Brake pads: separately for front and rear

> Brake fluid

> Vehicle check

> Legally mandated inspections depending

on local regulations

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recorded in order to facilitate the corresponding

Socket for Onboard

services.

Diagnosis OBD

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

ing components relevant to the composition of

the vehicle's emissions.

Emissions

The warning lamp lights up:

The vehicle is producing higher emis-

sions. The trip can be continued. Have

the car checked as soon as possible.

Canadian models display this warning

lamp.

The lamp flashes under certain condi-

tions. This indicates excessive misfiring in the

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 comes on if the gas

cap is not properly tightened and the

OBD system assumes that fuel vapor

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

rectly positioned and close it until it audibly

clicks.

Data recorders

Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev-

eral measuring or diagnostic modules or a

device for recording or sending certain vehicle

data or information. In addition, if you have

signed a service contract for BMW Assist, cer-

tain vehicle data may be transmitted or

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Care

Do not use high-pressure car washes;

Care products

otherwise, water may drip into the vehicle

Regular cleaning and care contributes signifi-

around the windows.<

cantly to the value retention of your BMW.

Before driving into a car wash, ensure that it is

BMW recommends cleaning and caring for your

suitable for your BMW. Check the following:

vehicle with products that are approved by

> Dimensions of your vehicle, refer to

BMW for this purpose.

page 147.

Your BMW center will be happy to advise you on

> If necessary, fold in the outside rearview

the products and services available for cleaning

mirrors, refer to page 42.

and caring for your BMW.

> Maximum permissible tire width.

Original BMW CareProducts have been

Avoid car washes with guide rail heights

material tested, laboratory checked and

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

proven in the field, and offer optimal care and

danger of damaging chassis parts.<

protection for your vehicle.<

> In Convertibles, do not treat the convertible

Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol

top with wax. Ensure that a program is avail-

or solvents as these may result in dam-

able that does not apply wax or is designed

age.<

specifically for convertibles.

Cleaning agents can contain substances

Preparations before driving into an automatic

that are dangerous or hazardous to your

car wash:

health. Therefore, follow the warning and safety

instructions on the packaging. When cleaning

> Unscrew the rod antenna*.

inside the vehicle, always open the doors or

> Deactivate the rain sensor* to prevent unin-

windows of the vehicle. In enclosed areas, pro-

tentional wiping.

vide for sufficient ventilation. Only use products

> Remove additional attachments, e.g. spoil-

designed for cleaning vehicles.<

ers or telephone antennas, if there is a pos-

sibility that they could be damaged.

Exterior care

Automatic transmission

Before driving into an automatic car wash, per-

Washing the vehicle

form the following steps to ensure that the vehi-

Especially during the winter months,

cle can roll:

ensure that the vehicle is washed more

1. Insert the remote control into the ignition

frequently. Heavy soiling and road salt can lead

lock, even with Comfort Access.

to vehicle damage.<

2. Engage transmission position N.

After washing the vehicle, apply the

brakes briefly to dry them; otherwise,

3. Release the parking brake.

water can reduce braking efficiency over the

4. Switch off the engine.

short term and brake discs can corrode.<

5. Leave the remote control in the ignition lock

so that the vehicle can roll.

Automatic car washes

Preference should be given to cloth car washes.

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Steam jets/high-pressure washers

Follow these instructions:

When using steam jets or high-pressure

> Do not fold the convertible top into the con-

washers, ensure that you maintain suffi-

vertible top box when the top is wet or fro-

cient clearance to the vehicle and do not exceed

zen, as this may cause water spots, mold

a temperature of 1407/606.

stains or chafed areas.

Insufficient clearance or excessive pressure or

> If water spots occur on the inside headliner

temperature can lead to component damage or

despite precautions, remove them using a

water penetration. Follow the operating instruc-

microfiber cloth and interior cleaner.

tions for the steam jet or high-pressure

> If the vehicle is parked in enclosed areas for

washer.<

extended periods, ensure that there is suffi-

When using high-pressure washers, do

cient ventilation.

not spray against the sensors and cam-

> Remove bird droppings immediately, as

eras, e.g. of the Park Distance Control or Rear

their corrosive ingredients attack the con-

View Camera, for an extended period and main-

vertible top and damage the rubber seals.

tain a distance of at least 1 ft/30 cm.<

To remove stains from the convertible

top, do not use stain removers, paint thin-

Manual car wash

ners, solvents, benzine or similar substances.

When washing the vehicle by hand, use large

These substances may damage the rubber

quantities of water and car shampoo if neces-

parts. Improper care and cleaning may cause

sary. Clean the vehicle with a sponge or wash-

the convertible top and convertible top seams

ing brush, applying light pressure only.

to become leaky.<

Before cleaning the windshield, deacti-

To remove heavy soiling, use a special convert-

vate the rain sensor or switch off the igni-

ible top cleaner.

tion to prevent unintentional activation of the

Follow the manufacturer's instructions for use.

wipers.<

After washing the convertible top three to five

Observe local regulations pertaining to

times, treat it with an impregnating agent.

washing vehicles by hand.<

Paintwork care

Headlamps

Regular care contributes to value retention and

Do not rub them dry and do not use abrasive or

protects the paintwork against the long-term

corrosive cleaning agents.

effects of damaging substances.

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

Region-specific environmental influences can

insect remover and wash away with copious

damage the vehicle paintwork. Therefore, it is

quantities of water.

important to adapt the frequency and scope of

Thaw ice with a windshield deicer and do not

car care accordingly.

use an ice scraper.

Immediately remove aggressive materials such

as spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid, tree sap or

Windows

bird droppings to prevent damage to the paint-

Clean the inside and outside surfaces of the

work.

windows and the mirrors with window cleaner.

Do not clean the mirrors with cleaners

Repairing paintwork damage

containing quartz.<

Immediately repair scratches or similar

damage, such as that caused by stones

Convertible top care

hitting the vehicle, where necessary to prevent

The appearance and life of the convertible top

rusting.<

depend on proper care and operation.

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BMW recommends having paintwork damage

Interior care

repaired by a professional paint repair work-

shop according to BMW specifications using

Upholstery fabrics/cloth trims/

original BMW paint materials.

Alcantara fabrics

Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner to

Preservation

remove superficial dirt.

A preservation treatment is necessary when

To remove severe spots such as stains from

water no longer beads off the clean paintwork

beverages, use a soft sponge or lint-free

surface. Only use products for paintwork pres-

microfiber cloth and suitable interior cleaners.

ervation that contain carnauba or synthetic

Follow the instructions on the packaging.

waxes.

Clean the upholstery down to the seams

using a sweeping motion. Avoid strong

Rubber seals

rubbing.<

Treat only with water or rubber care products.

Opened Velcro fasteners on pants or

Do not use silicon-containing care prod-

other articles of clothing can damage the

ucts on rubber seals; otherwise, noise

seat covers. Ensure that Velcro fasteners are

and damage could occur.<

closed.<

Chrome parts

Leather/leather trim

Carefully clean vehicle parts such as the radia-

The leather used by BMW is a high quality

tor grill, door handles or window frames with

natural product. Slight irregularities in the

copious quantities of water and a shampoo

leather are a typical characteristic of natural

additive, especially when roads are treated with

leather.<

de-icing salt. For additional treatment, use a

chrome polish.

Dust and road grit in the pores and folds of the

leather have an abrasive effect, leading to

increased wear and causing the leather surface

Light-alloy wheels

to become brittle prematurely. Therefore, fre-

For technical reasons, dust is generated during

quently clean the leather of dust using a cloth or

braking that is deposited on the light-alloy

vacuum cleaner.

wheels. Remove the dust regularly using acid-

free rim cleaner.

Clean light-colored leather more frequently as

dust and dirt are more noticeable.

Do not use aggressive, acidic, strongly

alkaline and abrasive cleaning agents or

Treat the leather at least once every two

steam jets over 1407/606; otherwise, dam-

months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease

age may occur.<

will gradually attack the leather's protective

layer.

Outside sensors/cameras

Carpets/cargo area

Keep the sensors and cameras on the

outside of the vehicle, e.g. those for Park

You can vacuum the carpets and floor mats or

Distance Control, clean and free of ice to ensure

clean them with interior cleaner if heavily soiled.

that they remain fully functional.<

The floor mats can be removed for cleaning.

When replacing the mats, ensure that the seat

rails do not extend over the floor mats, as this

may damage the mats.

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Lint on the floor mats occurs for technical rea-

Vehicle storage

sons and can be removed by vacuuming

repeatedly.

If your vehicle is to be decommissioned for

longer than three months, your BMW center or

a workshop that operates according to BMW

Interior plastic parts

specifications will be glad to advise you.

> Imitation leather surfaces

> Lamp glasses

> Display pane of instrument cluster

> Matte parts

Clean with water and solvent-free plastic

cleaner if necessary.

Fine wood parts

Clean fine wood trim and fine wood parts with a

damp cloth. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

Safety belts

Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and

thus have a negative impact on safety.

Do not clean chemically, as this may

destroy the webbing.<

Interior sensors/cameras

To clean interior sensors and cameras, e.g. of

the high-beam assistant, use a lint-free cloth

moistened with glass cleaner.

Displays

To clean displays, e.g. of the radio or instrument

cluster, use a cleaning cloth for displays or a

soft, non-abrasive, lint-free cloth.

Avoid applying excessive pressure when

cleaning the displays; otherwise, damage

may occur.<

Do not use chemical or abrasive house-

hold cleaning agents. Keep all types of

fluid away from the device. Otherwise, surfaces

or electrical components may be corroded or

damaged.<

CD/DVD drives

Do not use a cleaning CD, as it may dam-

age parts of the drive.<

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Replacing components

When working on electrical systems,

Onboard vehicle tool kit

always begin by switching off the con-

The onboard vehicle tool kit is stored below the

sumer in question; otherwise, short-circuits

floor mat in the cargo area.

could result. To avoid possible injury or equip-

ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe

any instructions provided by the bulb manufac-

Wiper blades

turer.<

If the routine for changing a particular

bulb is not described here, please contact

your BMW center or a workshop that works

according to BMW repair procedures with cor-

respondingly trained personnel.<

Light-emitting diodes LED

Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu-

cent lenses serve as the light source for many of

the controls and displays in your vehicle. These

1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold it.

light-emitting diodes, which operate using a

2. Press together the locking spring, arrows 1,

concept similar to that applied in conventional

and fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.

lasers, are officially designated as Class 1 light-

emitting diodes.

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

anism, pulling the blade toward the front.

Do not remove the covers or expose the

eyes directly to the unfiltered light source

To avoid damage, make sure that the

for several hours; otherwise, this could cause

wiper arms are against the windshield

irritation of the retina.<

before you open the engine compartment.<

Xenon lamps*

Lamps and bulbs

These bulbs have a very long service life and are

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

Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu-

theless, switch on the fog lamps and continue

tion to vehicle safety. They should, therefore,

the journey with great care, provided that local

be handled carefully. BMW recommends hav-

legislation does not prohibit this.

ing your BMW center perform any work that you

Have any work on the xenon lamp system,

do not feel competent to perform yourself or

including bulb replacements, performed

that is not described here.

only by a BMW center or a workshop that works

Never touch the glass of new bulbs with

according to BMW repair procedures with cor-

your bare fingers, as even minute

respondingly trained personnel. Otherwise, if

amounts of contamination will burn into the

such work is carried out improperly, the high

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

voltage in the system presents the danger of

clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or hold

fatal injuries.<

the bulb by its base.<

You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs

at your BMW center.

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Removing the headlamp cover

4. Reattach the bulb holder with the notch at

the top.

1. Pull the wire brackets over the notches, see

arrows, and fold to the side.

5. Fold the holding bracket back up and let it

snap into place.

6. Attach the headlamp cover.

Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps

W5W bulb, 5 watts

1. Remove 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 sys-

tem.<

Attach the headlamp cover in reverse order.

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

2. Pull out the bulb holder.

Halogen headlamps

3. Remove and replace the bulb.

Halogen low beams and high beams

4. Reinsert the bulb holder.

H7 bulb, 55 watts

5. Attach the headlamp cover.

Always wear gloves and eye protection;

the atmosphere within the H7 bulb is

Xenon headlamps

pressurized. Otherwise, there is a risk of injury if

the bulb is damaged.<

Parking lamps, roadside parking

lamps, daytime running lights

H8 bulb, 35 watts

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

High beams

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

Low-beam headlamps

1. Remove the headlamp cover.

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

2. Fold down the holding bracket.

3. Pull off the connector and replace the bulb.

3. Remove and replace the bulb.

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4. Attach the connector, insert the bulb and

turn it all the way in the opposite direction.

5. Attach the headlamp cover.

Corner-illuminating lamps

H3 bulb, 55 watts

The figure shows the right-hand headlamp.

Remove the top headlamp cover, using the

screwdriver to push the detents to one side.

Turn the respective wheel inwards.

Using a coin, turn both locks of the cover all

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 right for removal and

replacement.

Insert the bulb holder and lock it by turning

Turn the bulb holder, see arrow, and

it to the right.

remove it.

Attach the cover by positioning the bottom

edge first and then turning both locks all the

way to the right.

Tail lamps

> Turn signal:

PY21W bulb, 21 watts

> Backup lamp:

W16W bulb, 16 watts

> Brake lamps:

Slide the bulb out of the holder and pull off

P21W bulb, 21 watts

the connector.

> Brake Force Display lamp:

Replace the bulb and attach the connector.

H21W bulb, 21 watts

Insert the bulb holder and turn it all the way

in the opposite direction.

Attach the headlamp cover.

Turn signals, front

PY21W bulb, 21 watts

The turn signal bulb can be changed via a cover

in the wheel arch.

Inner brake lamp

Outer brake lamp

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Lateral reflector

Inner brake lamp, turn signal, backup

Roadside parking lamp and tail lamp LED

lamp and Brake Force Display lamp

Reflector

Turn signal

Backup lamp

Brake Force Display lamp

Replacing tail lamps

Outer brake lamp

The bulbs are integrated in a single bulb holder.

1. Remove the cover from the panel of the

cargo area.

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.

The outer brake lamp can be accessed through

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

a single socket.

and replace it.

The figure shows the right side of the vehicle.

5. Attach the bulb holder and let it snap into

1. Remove the cover from the panel of the

place.

cargo area.

6. Reattach the cover.

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

and remove it.

License plate lamps and center brake

3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while

lamp

turning it to the left for removal and replace-

These lamps use LED technology for operation.

ment.

In the event of a malfunction, please contact

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

your BMW center or a workshop that works

in the opposite direction.

according to BMW repair procedures with cor-

5. Reattach the cover.

respondingly trained personnel.

The roadside parking lamp/tail lamp uses

LED design. After replacing the bulb,

ensure that the bulb holder is properly seated;

Changing wheels

otherwise, the roadside parking lamp/tail lamp

Your BMW is equipped with run-flat tires as

may not work.<

standard. This removes the need to change a

wheel immediately in the event of a puncture.

For information on continuing to drive with a

damaged tire, refer to Indication of a flat tire on

page 67.

The symbol identifying run-flat tires is a circle

with the letters RSC on the sidewall, refer to

Run-flat tires, page 112.

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When mounting new tires or changing over

Power failure

from summer to winter tires and vice versa,

After a temporary power loss, the functioning of

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

some equipment may be limited and require

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

reinitialization. Individual settings may likewise

BMW center will be glad to advise you. Refer

have been lost and will have to be programmed:

also to New wheels and tires, page 112.

> Time and date

The tools for changing wheels are avail-

These values must be updated, refer to

able as optional accessories from your

page 62.

BMW center.<

> Radio

Stations must be stored again, refer to the

Jack mounting points

> Glass roof

It may happen that the roof can only be

raised. The system must be initialized.

Please contact your BMW center.

> Seat and mirror memory*

The positions must be stored again, refer to

page 40.

> Inside rearview mirror with digital compass

The system must be calibrated, refer to

The jacking points are at the positions shown in

page 87.

the illustration.

> Active steering

The system automatically initializes itself

briefly during a trip. The system is deacti-

Vehicle battery

vated during this time, refer to page 70.

Battery care

The battery is 100% maintenance-free, the

Fuses

electrolyte will last for the life of the battery

when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli-

Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and

mate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise in

do not replace a defective fuse with a sub-

all matters concerning the battery.

stitute of another color or amperage rating; oth-

erwise, this could lead to a circuit overload, ulti-

Charging the battery

mately resulting in a fire in the vehicle.<

Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the

In the glove compartment

terminals in the engine compartment with the

engine off. Connections, refer to Jump-starting

on page 131.

Disposal

Have old batteries disposed of by your

BMW center or bring them to a recycling

center. Maintain the battery in an upright posi-

tion for transport and storage. Always secure

the battery against tipping over during trans-

port.<

Accessing the fuse box:

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1. Open the glove compartment.

2. Remove the damper, arrow 1, from the

lower holder by applying forward pressure.

3. Disengage the glove compartment by

pressing on both tabs, arrows 2, and fold it

down.

Plastic tweezers are located on the distributor

box.

Information on fuse assignment can be found

next to the distributor box.

Spare fuses are available from your BMW cen-

ter.

After replacing a fuse, press the glove compart-

ment upward until it engages and reattach the

damper.

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Giving and receiving assistance

BMW Assist Response Center contacts you

Emergency Request*

and takes further steps to help you. Even if you

Conditions for an Emergency Request:

are unable to respond, the BMW Assist

> Full preparation package mobile phone: this

Response Center will be able to initiate further

equipment makes it possible to send an

steps to assist you under certain conditions.

Emergency Request even if no mobile

If the circumstances allow this, remain in the

phone is paired with the vehicle.

vehicle until the connection has been estab-

> BMW Assist is activated. Activating

lished. You will then be able to provide a

BMW Assist, refer to separate Owner's

detailed description of the situation.

Manual.

Data for determining the necessary rescue

> Radio readiness is on.

measures are transmitted to the BMW Assist

Response Center, e.g. the current position of

> The BMW Assist system is logged on to a

your vehicle, if it can be determined.

mobile phone network.

If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist

> The Emergency Request system is opera-

Response Center cannot be heard over the

ble.

hands-free system, it is possible that the

Once your service contract for BMW Assist

hands-free system is malfunctioning. You may

expires, the BMW Assist system can be deacti-

still be heard by the BMW Assist Response

vated by a BMW center without you having to

Center, however.

visit a workshop. Once the BMW Assist system

Under certain conditions, an Emergency

has been deactivated, Emergency Requests

Request is sent automatically immediately after

are not possible. The BMW Assist system can

a severe accident. This Automatic Collision

be reactivated by a BMW center after a new

Notification is not affected by the button being

contract has been signed.

pressed.

Sending an Emergency Request

For technical reasons, the Emergency

Request service cannot be guaranteed

1. Briefly press the cover flap to open.

for the most unfavorable conditions.<

Roadside Assistance

The BMW Roadside Assistance is there to

assist you around the clock in the event of a

breakdown, including on weekends and public

holidays.

The phone numbers of Roadside Assistance in

your home country can be found in the Contact

2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the

brochure.

button lights up.

As soon as the voice connection to the BMW

Assist Response Center has been established,

First aid pouch*

the LED flashes.

Some of the articles contained in the first aid

Once the BMW Assist Response Center has

pouch have a limited service life. Therefore,

received your Emergency Request, the

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check the expiration dates of the contents reg-

Preparation

ularly and replace any items in good time, if nec-

1. Check whether the battery of the other

essary.

vehicle has a voltage of 12 volts and

approximately the same capacitance in Ah.

This information can be found on the bat-

tery.

2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi-

cle.

3. Switch off any consumers in both vehicles.

There must not be any contact between

the bodies of the two vehicles; otherwise,

there is a danger of shorting.<

The first aid pouch is located on the right-hand

side of the cargo area in a storage area.

Connecting jumper cables

Connect the jumper cables in the correct

order to prevent sparking at the battery,

Warning triangle*

which could cause injury.<

Your BMW has a jump-starting connection in

the engine compartment which acts as the bat-

tery's positive terminal, refer also to the Engine

compartment overview on page 115. The cap is

marked with +.

1. Pull the cap of the BMW jump-starting con-

nection up to remove.

The warning triangle is located in a holder in the

trunk lid. Press the tabs to take it out.

Jump-starting

If the car's own battery is flat, your BMW's

engine can be started by connecting two

2. Attach one terminal clamp of the plus/+

jumper cables to another vehicle's battery. You

jumper cable to the positive terminal of the

can also use the same method to help start

battery or a starting-aid terminal of the vehi-

another vehicle. Only use jumper cables with

cle providing assistance.

fully-insulated clamp handles.

3. Attach the second terminal clamp of the

Do not touch any electrically live parts

plus/+ jumper cable to the positive terminal

when the engine is running, or a fatal acci-

of the battery or a starting-aid terminal of

dent may occur. Carefully adhere to the follow-

the vehicle to be started.

ing sequence, both to prevent damage to one or

both vehicles, and to guard against possible

4. Attach one terminal clamp of the minus/-

personal injuries.<

jumper cable to the negative terminal of the

battery or to an engine or body ground of

the assisting vehicle.

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Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or

Using a tow fitting

negative pole.

The screw-in tow fitting must always be carried

in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or

rear of the BMW.

It is stored with the onboard vehicle tool kit

underneath the floor mat in the cargo area, refer

to page 124.

Use only the tow fitting provided with the

vehicle and screw it all the way in. Use the

tow fitting for towing on paved roads only. Avoid

lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g. do not lift

the vehicle by the tow fitting. Otherwise, the

5. Attach the second terminal clamp of the

tow fitting and the vehicle could be damaged.<

minus/- jumper cable to the negative termi-

nal of the battery or to the engine or body

ground of the vehicle to be started.

Access to screw thread

Rectangular cover panel in bumper:

Starting the engine

Press the arrow on the cover.

1. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and

allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly

Front

increased idle speed.

2. Start the engine on the other vehicle in the

usual way.

If the first start attempt is not successful,

wait a few minutes before another attempt

in order to allow the discharged battery to

recharge.

3. Let the engines run for a few minutes.

4. Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing

the above connecting sequence.

Rear

If necessary, have the battery checked and

recharged.

Being towed

Never use spray fluids to start the

Make sure that the ignition is switched on,

engine.<

refer to page 47; otherwise, the low-beam

headlamps, tail lamps, turn signal indicators and

windshield wipers may be unavailable. Power

Tow-starting, towing away

steering assistance is not available when the

engine is not running. Thus, braking and steer-

Observe the applicable laws and regula-

ing will require increased effort. Active steering

tions for tow-starting and towing vehi-

is not active and it will be necessary to turn the

cles.<

steering wheel further.<

Do not transport any passengers other

than the driver in a vehicle that is being

Manual transmission

towed.<

Gearshift lever in neutral position.

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Automatic transmission

With a tow truck

Selector lever in position N.

Changing the selector lever position, refer to

page 50.

Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/

70 km/h and a towing distance of

90 miles/150 km; otherwise, the automatic

transmission may be damaged.<

Towing methods

Do not lift the vehicle by a tow fitting or

Have the BMW transported with a tow truck

body and chassis parts; otherwise, dam-

with a so-called lift bar, or on a flatbed.

age may result.<

Do not tow the vehicle with just the rear axle

raised as this may cause the steering to turn.

With a tow bar

The towing vehicle must not be lighter

Tow-starting

than the towed vehicle; otherwise, it may

Avoid tow-starting the vehicle whenever possi-

be impossible to maintain control.<

ble; instead, jump-start the engine, refer to

The tow fittings used should be on the same

page 131. Vehicles with a catalytic converter

side on both vehicles. Should it prove impossi-

should only be tow-started when the engine is

ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle,

cold, vehicles with an automatic transmission

please observe the following:

cannot be tow-started at all.

> Clearance and maneuvering capability will

1. Switch on the hazard warning flashers,

be sharply limited during cornering.

comply with local regulations.

> The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is

2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 47.

attached offset.

3. Shift into 3rd gear.

Attach the tow bar to the tow fittings only,

4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch

as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle

depressed all the way and slowly release

could result in damage.<

the clutch. After the engine starts, immedi-

ately depress the clutch completely again.

With a tow rope

5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow

When starting off in the towing vehicle, make

bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn-

sure that the tow rope is taut.

ing flashers.

To avoid jerking and the associated

6. Have the vehicle checked.

stresses on vehicle components when

towing, always use nylon ropes or nylon straps.

Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only, as

attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could

result in damage.<

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Indicator and warning lamps

and colors. See the table for information on

causes and how to react. Note whether a lamp

comes on alone or in combination with another.

Some lamps can light up in different colors.

Corresponding distinctions are made in the

text.

Indicator and warning lamps can light up in the

display areas 1 or 2 in a variety of combinations

Cause

Special actions to be taken

Turn signals

High beams/headlamp flasher

switched on

Fog lamps switched on

Fasten safety belts

Fasten your safety belt, refer also to

page 41.

Indication in US models

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Indication in Canadian models

Parking brake applied

Release the parking brake.

Outside temperature warning

Drive cautiously, refer also to page 56.

Lights up briefly:

> Approx. 2.1 US gallons/8 liters of

fuel remain in the tank

Remains on:

Remaining operating range is no more

than 30 miles/50 km, refer to page 57

Engine refuses to start

Depress the brake or clutch in order to

start the engine, refer to page 48.

Ignition switched on and driver's door

Switch off the ignition, refer to page 47,

open

or close the driver's door.

Parking lamps still on

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Cause

Special actions to be taken

Roadside parking lamps still on

Switch off the roadside parking lamps,

refer to page 76.

Door open

Engine compartment lid open

Trunk lid open

Lights up in red:

Convertible top not locked

Automatic lock malfunctioning. Lock

the convertible top manually, refer to

page 32. Have it checked by your BMW

center.

Electronic failure when closing con-

Close the convertible top manually,

vertible top

refer to page 32. Have it checked by

your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:

Cargo area partition not in lowermost

Fold the cargo area partition down.

position. Convertible top cannot be

moved

Vehicle speed too high for convertible

Reduce speed to below 30 mph/

top movement

50 km/h and continue convertible top

movement.

Convertible top drive overheated

Close the convertible top immediately

and let the convertible top drive cool.

After cooling, the convertible top can

be opened electrically again.

Rollover protection system malfunc-

Have the rollover protection system

tioning

checked by your nearest BMW center.

Gas cap is open

Make sure that the gas cap is correctly

positioned and close it until it audibly

clicks. Do not jam the strap between

the gas cap and the vehicle.

Windshield washer fluid level too low

Add washer fluid as soon as possible,

refer to page 53.

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Cause

Special actions to be taken

Lights up in red:

Service due

Arrange a service appointment.

Check service requirements, refer to

page 61.

Lights up in yellow:

The engine will start the next time the

start/stop button is touched, possibly

without the brake or clutch being

depressed

Remote control malfunctioning or, in

The engine cannot be started. Have the

cars with Comfort Access, not present

remote control checked, if necessary.

Battery of remote control discharged

Use the remote control for a longer

journey or, in cars with Comfort

Access, replace the battery.

Belt tensioners and/or airbag system

Have the system checked immediately.

failed

Active steering defective

You can continue your journey.

Steering characteristics are modified

and steering wheel could be off-center.

Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Steering assistance failed

Markedly different steering response.

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution.

Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

Lights up:

Emergency Request system has failed

Have the system checked as soon as

or is malfunctioning

possible.

Lights up in red:

Engine malfunction

Stop the car and switch off the engine.

You cannot continue your journey.

Contact your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:

Full engine power is no longer available

You can continue your journey, but

moderate your speed and exercise due

caution. Have the engine checked as

soon as possible.

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Cause

Special actions to be taken

Indication in US models:

Warning lamp flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load.

You can continue your journey, but

High engine load will result in damage

moderate your speed and exercise due

to the catalytic converter

caution. Have the vehicle checked

without delay.

Warning lamp comes on:

Have the car checked as soon as possi-

ble.

Engine malfunction with adverse effect

on emissions

Indication in Canadian models:

Warning lamp flashes:

Engine malfunction under high load.

You can continue your journey, but

High engine load will result in damage

moderate your speed and exercise due

to the catalytic converter

caution. Have the vehicle checked

without delay.

Warning lamp comes on:

Engine malfunction with adverse effect

Have the car checked as soon as possi-

on emissions

ble.

Lights up in red:

Engine overheating

Carefully bring the car to a stop, switch

off the engine and allow it to cool down.

Do not open the hood; otherwise, there

is a risk of injury from scalding. Contact

your BMW center.

Lights up in yellow:

Engine too hot

Continue driving at more moderate

speed so that the engine can cool

down. Have the engine checked with-

out delay if the situation reoccurs.

Lights up in red:

Battery is no longer being charged.

Switch off all unnecessary electrical

Alternator malfunction

consumers. Have the vehicle's power

supply system checked immediately.

Lights up in yellow:

Battery charge level very low, battery

Have the battery checked as soon as

aged or not securely connected

possible.

Engine oil pressure too low

Stop immediately and switch off the

engine. You cannot continue your jour-

ney. Contact your BMW center.

Engine oil level too low

Add engine oil immediately; refer to

page 115 for more information.

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