Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and
security when you drive it. We therefore have this request:
Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the
information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new car. It
contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum
use and satisfaction from the unique range of technical features on your BMW. The
manual also contains information on care and maintenance designed to enhance
operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW throughout an
extended service life.
This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. It should
stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating,
safety and maintenance information.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet
(US models) or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canada models). We recommend that you read these publications thoroughly.
Your BMW is covered by the following warranties:
– New Vehicle Limited Warranty
– Limited Warranty Rust Perforation
– Emissions System Defect Warranty
– Emissions Performance Warranty
– California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty
Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty
Information Booklet (US models) and the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet
(Canada models).
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.
BMW AG
We have made every effort to ensure
that you are able to find what you need
in this Owner's Manual as quickly as
possible. The fastest way to find certain
topics is by using the detailed index at
the end. If you wish to gain only an initial overview of your vehicle, you will
find this in the first chapter.
The detailed table of contents immediately following the index is intended to
arouse your curiosity about your BMW
and stimulate you to read about it.
Should you wish to sell your BMW at
some time in the future, please remember to hand over the Owner's Manual to
the new owner; it is part of the vehicle.
Should you have any further questions,
your BMW center will be glad to assist
at any time.
mation – please read the accompanying text passages carefully, for
your safety, the safety of others and to
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prevent damage to your BMW.
These passages contain informa-
tion on special and unique fea-
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tures of your vehicle.
Special information on
recycling.
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Indicates the end of a note.
*
Indicates special equipment, country-
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specific equipment and optional extras.
Denotes vehicle parts for which
you should consult this Owner's
Manual.
Alerts you to functions that can
be adjusted for individual drivers
by your authorized BMW center
("Car Memory" or "Key Memory"). Refer
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to page 54.
The individual vehicle
On buying your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features. This
Owner's Manual describes all models
and equipment that BMW offers within
the same range.
We hope you will understand that
equipment and features are included
which you might not have chosen for
your vehicle. Any differences can easily
be identified, as all optional accessories
and special equipment are marked with
*
an asterisk
If your BMW features equipment which
is not described in this Owner's Manual
(e.g., car radio or telephone), (Supplementary) Owner's Manuals are enclosed. We ask you to read these manuals as well.
BMW pursues a policy of continuous,
ongoing development that is conceived
to ensure that our vehicles continue to
embody the highest quality and safety
standards combined with advanced,
state-of-the-art technology. For this
reason, it is possible that the features
described in this Owner's Manual could
differ from those on your vehicle. Nor
can errors and omissions be entirely
ruled out. You are therefore asked to
appreciate that no legal claims can be
entertained on the basis of the data,
illustrations or descriptions in this
manual.
Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8%
oxygen by weight (i.e. 15% MTBE or
3% methanol plus an equivalent
amount of co-solvent) will not void the
applicable warranties with respect to
defects in materials or workmanship.
Field experience has indicated significant differences in fuel quality (i.e. volatility, composition, additives, etc.)
among gasolines offered for sale in the
United States and Canada. The use of
poor-quality fuels may result in driveability, starting and stalling problems
especially under certain environmental
conditions, such as high ambient temperature and high altitude.
Should you encounter driveability problems that you suspect could be related
to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to
a recognized high-quality brand.
Failure to comply with these recommendations may result in unscheduled
maintenance.
Follow the relevant safety rules when
you are handling gasoline.
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Important safety information!
For your own safety, use genuine
parts and accessories approved by
BMW.
When you purchase accessories tested
and approved by BMW and Original
BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire
the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on
your vehicle.
BMW warrants these parts to be free
from defects in material and workmanship.
BMW will not accept any liability for
damage resulting from installation of
parts and accessories not approved by
BMW.
BMW cannot test every product from
other manufacturers to verify if it can be
used on a BMW safely and without risk
to either the vehicle, its operation, or its
occupants.
Original BMW Parts, BMW Accessories
and other products approved by BMW,
together with professional advice on
using these items, are available from all
BMW centers.
Installation and operation of non-BMW
approved accessories such as alarms,
radios, amplifiers, radar detectors,
wheels, suspension components, brake
dust shields, telephones (including operation of any portable cellular phone
from within the vehicle without using an
externally mounted antenna) or transceiver equipment (such as C.B., walkietalkie, ham radio or similar) may cause
extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the
vehicle's electrical system or affect the
validity of the BMW Limited Warranty.
See your authorized BMW center for
additional information.
Do not use key or remote to lock doors
or luggage compartment lid with anyone inside the car. See page 34 for
more details.
"Maintenance, replacement, or repair of
the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual
using any certified automotive part".
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The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of
North America, Inc., P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone (201) 307-4000.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in
Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, DC 20590. You can
also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
immobilizer 33
Central locking system 34
Door locks – from outside 34
Using the key 34
Using the remote control 35
Door locks – from inside 38
Luggage compartment lid 39
Controls and features
Luggage compartment 41
Alarm system 42
Electric power windows 44
Sliding/tilt sunroof 45
Adjustments:
Seats 47
Seat and mirror memory 50
Steering wheel 51
Mirrors 52
Car Memory, Key Memory 54
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 55
Child restraint systems 56
Airbags 57
Driving:
Steering/ignition lock 62
Starting the engine 62
Switching off the engine 63
Parking brake 64
Manual transmission 65
Automatic transmission with
sensor 69
Rear window defroster 71
Cruise control 72
Everything under control:
Odometer 74
Tachometer 74
Energy control 74
Fuel gauge 75
Temperature gauge 75
Service Interval Display 76
Check Control 77
Clock 77
Onboard computer 77
Technology for safety and
convenience:
Park Distance Control (PDC) 80
Dynamic Stability Control
Many of the systems of your BMW monitor themselves automatically, both during engine starts and while you are driving. Indicator and warning lamps that
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are identified by "
proper functioning whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up
once for different periods of time.
If a fault should occur in one of these
systems, the corresponding lamp does
not go out after the engine is started or
it lights up while the vehicle is moving.
You will see how to react to this below.
" are tested for
Red: Stop immediately
Battery charge current ●
The battery is no longer being
charged. There is a malfunction
of the alternator ribbed V-belt or in the
charging circuit of the alternator. Please
contact the nearest BMW center.
If the ribbed V-belt is defective, do
not continue driving. The engine
could be damaged due to overheating.
If the ribbed V-belt is defective, increased steering effort is also re-
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quired.
Engine oil pressure ●
Stop vehicle and switch off en-
gine immediately. Check level of
oil in engine, top up as required. If oil
level is correct: Please contact the
nearest BMW center.
Do not continue driving. The engine could be damaged because
of inadequate lubrication.
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Tire Pressure Control (RDC)*●
In addition, there is an acousti-
cal warning signal: A tire failure
has occurred. Reduce vehicle speed
immediately and stop the vehicle. Avoid
hard brake applications. Do not oversteer.
For additional information: Refer to
page 82.
Brake hydraulic system ●
If the lamp comes on when the
parking brake is not engaged:
Check the brake fluid level. Before driving further, be sure to read the notes on
pages 109 and 127.
vehicle and switch off engine
immediately. The oil level is at the absolute minimum.
Do not continue driving. The engine could be damaged because
of inadequate lubrication.<
Red and yellow: Continue driving
cautiously
Cornering Brake Control (CBC) ●
Comes on together with the yellow indicator lamps for ABS and
DSC:
The entire ABS, CBC and DSC
system has been deactivated.
Continue driving cautiously and
defensively. Avoid hard brake
applications. Please have the system
checked by your authorized BMW center as soon as possible.
For additional information: Refer to
page 81, 107.
Warning lamps CBC, ABS and
DSC for Canadian models.
Red: An important reminder
Parking brake
Comes on when the parking
brake is applied – an additional
acoustical signal sounds when starting
off.
For additional information: Refer to
page 64.
Parking brake lamp for Cana-
dian models.
Please fasten safety belts ●
An acoustical warning signal
sounds simultaneously. Lights
up for a few seconds or until the safety
belt is fastened.
For additional information on safety
belts: Refer to page 55.
Airbags ●
Please have the system in-
spected by your authorized
BMW center.
For additional information: Refer to
page 57, 161.
Automatic transmission*
Because of a malfunction, the
automatic transmission shifts
only in the emergency program. Please
consult the nearest authorized BMW
center.
For additional information: Refer to
page 68.
Yellow: Check as soon as possible
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ●
ABS has been deactivated in re-
sponse to system malfunction.
Conventional braking efficiency is available without limitations. Please have
the system inspected by your authorized BMW center.
For additional information: Refer to
page 107.
ABS warning lamp for C anadian
models.
Engine oil level
Comes on after the engine has
been turned off: Check the engine oil level.
For additional information: Refer to
page 123.
Brake pads ●
Have the brake pads checked.
For additional information:
Refer to page 109.
Tire Pressure Control (RDC)
Check the tire pressure. Refer to
page 27, 82.
* ●
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) ●
The DSC has been switched off
or has been deactivated because of a
malfunction. In the event of a malfunction, have the system checked by your
authorized BMW center.
For additional information: Refer to
page 81.
Add washer fluid
The washer fluid is too low. Top
off the fluid at the earliest opportunity.
For additional information: Refer to
page 122.
Service engine soon ●
There is a defect in the Engine
Management system. It is important to note that an illuminated lamp
is intended to inform the driver of the
need for service, not of the need to
stop the vehicle!
It can also be an indication that the filler
cap was not properly tightened after
refueling. Please have the system inspected by your authorized BMW
center.
For additional information: Refer to
page 137.
Malfunction in engine timing.
Higher brake application pressure may
be necessary and brake pedal travel
may be significantly longer.
Please have the system inspected by
your authorized BMW center.
Add coolant
The coolant level is too low. Top
up the coolant at the earliest
opportunity.
For additional information: Refer to
page 126.
* ●
Green: For your information
Turn signal
Flashes when the turn signal is
switched on. Rapid flashing indicates a system malfunction.
For additional information: Refer to
page 69.
Cruise control
Comes on when the cruise con-
trol is activated. Available for
operation via the multi-function steering
wheel.
For additional information: Refer to
page 72.
Fog lamps
Lights up whenever you switch
on the fog lamps.
For additional information: Refer to
page 85.
*
*
Blue: For your information
High beam
Lights up when the high beams
are on or the headlamp flasher
is actuated.
For additional information: Refer to
page 69, 85.
The controls integrated in the multifunction steering wheel are provided so
that you can operate a number of accessories quickly and without being
distracted from traffic conditions. You
may operate:
> selected radio functions
> the cruise control and
> selected cellular phone functions.
In order to operate a system via
the MFL, the corresponding sys-
tem controls must be switched on.<
The illustration shows the maximum
possible number of controls, corresponding to a full range of optional
equipment. Refer to the individual
accessory manuals for more detailed
descriptions.
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1 Switch between the radio and the
cellular phone
2 Cellular phone: Receive a call, start
dialing, terminate a call
3 Radio/Cellular phone volume
4 Radio/Cellular phone: Search in re-
verse or station keys (or browse in list
of names)
5 Radio/Cellular phone: Search for-
wards or station keys (or browse in
list of names)
6 Horn: The entire surface
7 Cruise control: Resume stored
setting
8 Cruise control: Store and accelerate
(+); decelerate and store (–)
9 Cruise control: Activate/Interrupt/
Cancel.
Hazard warning flashers Warning triangle* First aid kit*
kit may be used within a limited
time only. For this reason, check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly, and replace any whose expiration
dates have passed. You can get replacements in any drugstore or pharmacy. Comply with legal requirements
which cover availability of a first aid kit
in the car.<
Use unleaded gasoline only.
Recommended fuel: premium with a
minimum octane rating of 91 AKI.
BMW engines are equipped with knock
sensors and will adapt automatically to
different octane ratings, provided that
the minimum octane requirement
(87 AKI) is met.
Fuels with higher octane ratings will pro-
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Fuel filler door
Press on the rear edge of the fuel filler
door to open and close it.
To unlock the fuel filler door if the central locking system malfunctions, refer
to page 155.
When handling fuels, comply with
all of the applicable safety precautions and regulations pertaining to
fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers
in your vehicle. Whether empty or full,
these containers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a
collision.<
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Simple and environmentally
friendly
Carefully open the fuel filler cap,
as otherwise fuel could spray out.
Fuel spray may cause injury.<
Keep the filler cap in the bracket
attached to the fuel filler door.
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle
completely into the filler pipe. Pulling
the nozzle out of the pipe during refueling
> results in premature pump shutoff
> and will reduce the effect of the vapor
recovery system on the pump.
vide enhanced performance and lower
fuel consumption, while the use of fuels
with lower octane ratings will have the
opposite effect.
Do not use leaded fuels. The use of
leaded fuels will cause permanent
damage to the system's oxygen sensor
and the catalytic convertor.<
AKI = Anti Knock Index
Close the fuel filler cap carefully
after refueling. A loose or missing
cap will activate the Check Engine
lamp.<
The inflation pressures are indicated on
a sticker attached to the B-pillar behind
the driver's door (visible with door
open).
Check tire pressures
All pressure specifications are stated in
psi (kilopascal) with cold tires (cold =
ambient temperature). Refer to the next
page as well.
For trailer towing, the inflation pressure
for heavier loads always applies.
For vehicles with RDC (Tire Pressure
Control)
After a correction of the tire inflation
pressure, reactivate the system. Refer
to page 82.
*:
Check tire inflation pressures reg-
ularly – at least every two weeks
and before beginning a longer trip. Incorrect tire pressure can otherwise lead
to tire damage and accidents.
Also check the inflation pressure of the
space-saver tire or spare tire
the spare tire to the highest inflation
specified for your vehicle.<
*. Inflate
Comply with tire approval
specifications
The inflation pressures in the table apply
to tires from BMW-approved manufacturers. Your BMW center is familiar with
these pressures. Higher pressures may
be specified for tires from other manufacturers. You will find a list of approved
tires beginning on page 117.