Bmw 328xi Sports Wagon 2008 Bedienungsanleitung

The UltimateDriving MachineOwner's Manualfor VehicleContentsA to ZOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 254 - © 08/07 BMW AG

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Lamps98The setting is stored for the remote control cur-rently in use.Adaptive Head Light*The conceptAdaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp contro

Controls 99Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityInstrument lightingYou can adjust the brightness of the inst

Climate100Climate1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows2 Air to the upper body area Draft-free ventilation 1033 Air to the footwell

Controls 101Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAutomatic climate controlComfortable interior climateAUTO p

Climate102Maximum coolingAt outside temperatures above 32 7/0 6 and when the engine is running, you obtain a maximum cooling effect as soon as possibl

Controls 103Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityit off while also increasing the air flow rate as required.

Climate104Ventilation in the rear1 Use the knurled wheel to smoothly open and close the air vents2 Use the knurled wheel to adjust the temper-ature:&g

Controls 105Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility5. Move the controller to the left or right to select "

Practical interior accessories106Practical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote control*The conceptThe integrated universal remote control

Controls 107Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with th

At a glanceThis overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with your vehicle'soperating environment. The section wi

Practical interior accessories108Digital compass*1 Adjustment button2 DisplayThe display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which yo

Controls 109Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility> The compass direction shown does not change although t

Practical interior accessories110LockingTo lock the glove compartment, use the inte-grated key of the remote control, refer to page 28.LED hand lampIn

Controls 111Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCup holdersUse lightweight and shatterproof contain-ers and

Practical interior accessories112Ashtray, rearOpeningPush the ridge on the cover.EmptyingLift out the insert.Connecting electrical appliancesIn your B

Controls 113Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySedan:Through-loading system*Opening1. Open the belt lock o

Practical interior accessories114The lashing eyes in the cargo bay provide you with a way to attach cargo bay nets* or draw straps for securing suitca

Controls 115Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityWith cargo bay expanded1. Fold down both rear seat backrest

Practical interior accessories1163. Remove the drawer by pulling it down and backwards.Reinserting the drawer1. Hook the guides of the drawer into the

Controls 117Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLashing eyesYou will find lashing eyelets in the cargo bay

Cockpit10CockpitAround the steering wheel: controls and displays3 Folding exterior mirrors in and out*494 Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic curb m

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Driving tipsThis section provides you with informationuseful in dealing with specific driving andoperating conditions.Driving tipsOnline Edition for P

Things to remember when driving120Things to remember when drivingBreak-in periodMoving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. Please fol

Driving tips 121Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDrive defensivelyAvoid unnecessary acceleration and braking

Things to remember when driving122The risk of hydroplaning increases with declin-ing tread depth on the tires, refer also to Mini-mum tread depth on p

Driving tips 123Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySports Wagon: rear window wiperDriving through an automatic

Things to remember when driving124SedanSports Wagon> Use the partition net to protect passengers, refer to page 114. Make sure that objects cannot

Driving tips 125Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityapproved gross vehicle weight or the axle loads when loadin

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NavigationThis chapter describes how you canenter destinations and specify your routeso that your navigation system guides youreliably to your destina

At a glance 11Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility8 Instrument cluster 1211 Ignition lock 5612 Buttons* on the

Starting the navigation system128Starting the navigation systemYour navigation system can use satellites to ascertain the precise position of your veh

Navigation Driving tips 129Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility4. Turn the controller until "Language / Units"

Destination entry130Destination entryIn entering your destination you can select from the following options:> Entering a destination manually, see

Navigation Driving tips 131Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility1. If necessary, move the highlight marker to the uppermos

Destination entry1324. If necessary, enter more letters.The list gradually grows smaller each time you enter a new letter.> To enter spaces, if nec

Navigation Driving tips 133Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityEntering street and intersection1. Select "Street&quo

Destination entry134the controller.The destination is stored in the destination list, refer to page 137.Entering a destination by voice commands*You c

Navigation Driving tips 135Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility1. Wait for the system to ask for the town/city of destina

Destination entry136A section of a map is displayed on the Con-trol Display:> During destination guidance, around the current destination> With

Navigation Driving tips 137Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility3. Select location:> "On destination"> &qu

Cockpit12Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Indicator lamps for turn signals3 Indicator and warning lamps 134 Displays for active cruise control*645 Tac

Destination entry138destination guidance.If you are planning a longer journey, for exam-ple, you can store all the destinations you wish to drive to i

Navigation Driving tips 139Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility1. Select "Address book" and press the con-troll

Destination entry1403. Select "Edit address" and press the con-troller.4. Change entry.For operation, refer to Entering a destina-tion manua

Navigation Driving tips 141Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityUsing home address as destination1. Select "Home addr

Destination entry1421. Select the symbol for the route criterion and press the controller.2. Select a route criterion and press the con-troller.If the

Navigation Driving tips 143Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDestination guidanceStarting destination guidanceVia iDriv

Destination guidance1442. Select "Stop guidance" and press the con-troller.If you did not reach the destination before the end of the last j

Navigation Driving tips 145Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility1 Street name for change of direction2 Distance to change

Destination guidance146Displaying towns/cities and streets along the routeYou can have the roads and towns along the route displayed during destinatio

Navigation Driving tips 147Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityRepeating or canceling voice instructionsWith the programm

At a glance 13Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIndicator and warning lampsThe conceptIndicator and warning

Destination guidance1483. Turn the controller until "Settings" is selected and press the controller.4. Turn the controller until "Traff

Navigation Driving tips 149Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility3. Select "Traffic Info" and press the control-l

Destination guidance150Traffic information iconsTraffic information during destination guidanceSystem response will vary depending on whether or not &

Navigation Driving tips 151Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityThis information is displayed even if you have called up a

What to do if …152What to do if …What to do if …> a navigation DVD is inserted, but an instruc-tion to insert the DVD appears on the Con-trol Displ

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EntertainmentOperation of the radio, CD equipment andexternal audio devices as well as their tonesettings are described in this chapter.EntertainmentO

On/off and settings156On/off and settingsThe following audio sources have shared con-trols and setting options:> Radio> CD player> CD changer

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 157Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityAdjusting volumeTurn knob 1 on the CD player until the desi

Cockpit14Around the center console: controls and displaysOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 254 - © 08/07 BMW AG

On/off and settings1581. Select "Speed volume" and press the con-troller.2. Turn the controller:The adjustment is applied; the field can be

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 159Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility1. Select "Equalizer" and press the controller.2.

Radio160RadioYour radio provides reception of the FM and AM wavebands.Listening to the radioPress the button if the sound output is switched off.iDriv

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 161Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityTo change the selection criterion:1. Move the highlight mar

Radio1625. Select "Autostore" and press the controller.The display of the stations with the strongest reception is updated. The frequencies

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 163Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility4. Select "Store" and press the controller.5. Tur

Radio164Some stations do not transmit the digital and analog signals simultaneously. If you are in an area in which digital reception of the selected

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 165Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility1. Select the station and press the controller.2. Select &q

Satellite radio166Satellite radioYou can receive over 100 different channels with high sound quality.The channels are offered to you in predefined pac

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 167Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilitySelecting and storing a channel1. Select "SAT" an

At a glance 15Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1 Microphone for voice command system* and for telephone in

Satellite radio1681 Artist2 TrackStoring a channel1. Select the desired channel.2. Press the controller.Other menu items are displayed.3. Select "

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 169Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityCD player and CD changerListening to CDsCompressed audio fi

CD player and CD changer1703. If necessary, move the highlight marker to the uppermost field. Select "CD" and press the controller.4. If nec

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 171Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityTo exit from the menu:Select the arrow and press the cont

CD player and CD changer172Repeating tracks1. Select "Set" and press the controller.Other menu items are displayed.2. Select "Repeat&qu

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 173Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityCompressed audio files*1. Select the current track and pres

CD player and CD changer174Inserting the CD magazineInsert the CD magazine all the way in the direc-tion of arrow 1 and close the cover, arrow 2.The C

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 175Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityAUX-In portYou can connect an external audio device, for in

USB-audio interface176USB-audio interfaceYou can connect audio devices, e.g. an iPod or a USB device (MP3 player, USB stick) to the USB-audio interfac

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 177Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility3. If necessary, move the highlight marker to the uppermost

iDrive16iDriveiDrive integrates the functions of a large num-ber of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a single central positio

USB-audio interface178Repeating tracks1. Select the current track and press the con-troller.2. Select "Repeat track" and press the con-troll

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 179Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 254 - © 08/07 BMW A

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CommunicationsThis chapter describes how to use thetelephone, BMW Assist and TeleService.CommunicationsOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 254 - ©

Telephoning182TelephoningThe conceptYour BMW is equipped with a full mobile phone preparation package. After pairing a suitable mobile phone with the

183EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityWhen the status information "BMW Assist" or "

Telephoning1847. Move the highlight marker to the second field from the top, select "Phone" and press the controller.8. Select "Pair ne

185EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityAs soon as a mobile phone is detected by the vehicle, the p

Telephoning186time, the mobile phone at the top of the list can be operated via the vehicle.You can change the order of the mobile phones on the list.

187EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityActivating/deactivating the Bluetooth linkThe use of Blueto

At a glance 17Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityMenu overviewCommunication> Telephone*> BMW Assist* or

Telephoning188> Selecting stored phone numbers, e.g. from the list of accepted calls> Ending a callWhen the ignition and radio readiness are swi

189EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityCallingDialing phone numbers1. Select "Phone" and

Telephoning190book, consisting of names and phone num-bers, are sorted alphabetically.> "Top 8"The eight numbers dialed most frequently f

191EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility1. Select "Phone" and press the controller.2. Sel

Telephoning1923. Select "BMW Contact" and press the con-troller.4. Select "BMW Contact Numbers" and press the controller.5. Select

193EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityand/or your mobile phone's operating instructions.>

Telephoning194Example: dialing phone numbersStart the dialog:Press the button on the steering wheel.Adjusting the volume of the instructionsYou can

195EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityNotesImportant for voice commandsFor voice commands, bear i

Telephoning196Removing mobile phonePress the button.Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 254 - © 08/07 BMW AG

197EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityBMW AssistBMW Assist provides you with various services. Fo

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iDrive18Calling up menu items in the start menuAs of radio readiness, refer to page 56:Via the start menu you can call up the four menu items of Commu

BMW Assist198You can also access BMW Assist Concierge services via the Internet.Characteristics of the offered servicesThe following characteristics a

199EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityTeleServiceAutomatic service notification*The data on the s

BMW Assist2006. Select "Start service" and press the con-troller.The service-relevant data are transmitted. Your BMW center will contact you

201EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityDisplaying transmitted dataSelect a received message, if ap

BMW Assist2021. Press the button.This opens the start menu.2. Press the controller to open the menu.3. Turn the controller until "Settings&qu

203EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityuntil "Enabled services" is selected and press th

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MobilityThis section helps you maintain your car'smobility by supplying important informationon vital topics including fuels and lubricants,wheel

Refueling206RefuelingAlways switch off the engine before refu-eling, otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the tank and a message will be displayed.<T

Mobility 207Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentObserve the following when refuelingWhen handling fuels, fo

At a glance 19Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOperating principle at a glanceThe following is a general de

Wheels and tires208Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressuresInformation for your safetyIt is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving

Mobility 209Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentSedan: tire inflation pressures for the 323i, for Canada on

Wheels and tires210Sedan: tire inflation pressures for the 328iTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speedsup to a max. of100mph / 1

Mobility 211Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentwith Sports package205/55 R 16 91 H M+S225/50 R 16 92 V225/

Wheels and tires212Sedan: tire inflation pressures for the 328xiTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speedsup to a max. of100mph /

Mobility 213Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentSedan: tire inflation pressures for the 335iTire size Pres

Wheels and tires214Sedan: tire inflation pressures for the 335xiTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speedsup to a max. of100mph /

Mobility 215Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentSports Wagon: tire inflation pressures for the 328iTire siz

Wheels and tires216Sports Wagon: tire inflation pressures for the 328xiTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speedsup to a max. of10

Mobility 217Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentTire identification marksKnowledge of the labeling on the s

iDrive20Status information1 Display for:> Entertainment: Radio, CD or> Telephone* in "Communication": Name of the connected mobile pho

Wheels and tires218heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the

Mobility 219Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentThe manufacturing date of tires is contained in the tire co

Wheels and tires220Recommended tire brandsCertain makes of tire are recommended by BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a clearly visible BMW

Mobility 221Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentUnder the hoodDo not work on the car unless you pos-sess th

Under the hood222Important parts of the engine compartment1 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 2242 Washer fluid filler neck for headlamp clean

Mobility 223Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentPossible displays1 Oil level OK2 Oil level is being checked

Under the hood224more than 1 US quart/1 liter, refer also to Adding engine oil below.> "Engine oil level too high"Too much oil will harm

Mobility 225Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentComply with the appropriate environ-mental protection regul

Maintenance226MaintenanceBMW Maintenance SystemThe BMW Maintenance System supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. T

Mobility 227Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentSocket for On-Board Diagnosis OBDPrimary components that ma

At a glance 21Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySwitching assistance window on/off1. Move the controller to

Replacing components228Replacing componentsOnboard tool kitSedanThe onboard tool kit is stored in a compartment on the right-hand side of the cargo ba

Mobility 229Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentSports Wagon: changing rear wiper blade1. Fold up the wiper

Replacing components230There are separate headlamp covers for low-beam headlamps and high-beam headlamps.Be careful when installing the covers, oth-er

Mobility 231Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment1. Remove the cover for the high-beam head-lamp.2. Pull out

Replacing components232Fender-mounted lampsSedan1. Using a screwdriver, pry off the cover in the cargo bay or release the turn-lock fastener by turnin

Mobility 233Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentSports Wagon1. Use a screwdriver to press out the cover at

Replacing components234DisposalHave old batteries disposed of by your BMW center or hand them in to a recy-cling center. Maintain the battery in an up

Mobility 235Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentGiving and receiving assistanceEmergency Request*Conditions

Giving and receiving assistance236First aid pouch*Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life. Therefore, check

Mobility 237Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentPreparation1. Check whether the battery of the other vehicl

iDrive22If the car is equipped with two drives and a CD with compressed audio files is played, the current track is stored.<Executing a function ..

Giving and receiving assistance238Using a tow fittingThe screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or

Mobility 239Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentWith a tow ropeWhen starting off in the towing vehicle, mak

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ReferenceThis chapter contains technical data, shortcommands for the voice command system andan index that will help you find information mostquickly.

Technical data242Technical dataEngine dataSedanSports Wagon323i (Canada) 328i/xi 335i/xiDisplacement cu in/cmμ 152.4/2,497 182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979Numb

Reference 243At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDimensionsSedanAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest t

Technical data244Sports WagonAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 36 ft 1 in/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38 ft 9 in/11.8 m.Onlin

Reference 245At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityWeightsSedanNever exceed either the approved axle loads or t

Technical data246Sports WagonNever exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight.Capacities328i 328xiCurb weight> with manual t

Reference 247At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityShort commands for the voice command systemWith short comman

At a glance 23Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityVoice command systemThe conceptThe voice command system allo

Short commands for the voice command system248NavigationOnboard infoFunction CommandTo open navigation 136 {Navigation}To display current position 151

Reference 249At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEntertainmentFunction CommandTone control 157 {Audio}To swit

Short commands for the voice command system250Climate MenuFunction CommandTo open "Vent settings" 101 {Vent settings}To open "Automatic

Reference 251At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 254 - © 08/07 BMW AG

Everything from A-Z252Everything from A-ZIndex"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions and refers you to t

Reference 253At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAutomatic– air distribution 102– air flow rate 102– cruise c

Everything from A-Z254Brake system 120– BMW Maintenance System 226– breaking in 120– disc brakes 122Breakdown services, refer to Roadside Assistance 2

Reference 255At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityChanges, technical, refer to For your own safety 5Changing b

Everything from A-Z256Dashboard lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 99Data, technical 242– dimensions 243– engine 242– weights 245"Date"

Reference 257At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDSC Dynamic Stability Control 86DTC Dynamic Traction Control

Voice command system24item on the Control Display.To have the possible commands read out to you:For instance, if you have selected "CD", the

Everything from A-Z258Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 48Fastest route for navigation 141Fast forward– CD changer 173– CD player 173"

Reference 259At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityHead restraints 45– front, removing 46– rear, removing 46– s

Everything from A-Z260Instrument panel, refer to Cockpit 10Integrated key 28Integrated universal remote control 106Interesting destination for navigat

Reference 261At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityManual mode, automatic transmission with Steptronic 59"

Everything from A-Z262Navigation system 128– address book 138– changing a route 147– destination entry 130– destination guidance in assistance window

Reference 263At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityPassenger-side mirror tilt function 49"Pathway lighting

Everything from A-Z264Remote control 28– battery renewal 38– convenient access 36– garage door opener 106– luggage compartment lid 30– malfunction 31,

Reference 265At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySeats 44– adjusting electrically 44– adjusting the seats 44–

Everything from A-Z266Start/stop button 56– starting the engine 57– switching off the engine 57"Start guidance" 133Starting, refer to Starti

Reference 267At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility"Time / Date" 79, 80, 81"Time format" 80

At a glance 25Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility5. Press the button on the steering wheel.NotesFor informa

Everything from A-Z268UUnderbody protection, refer to Caring for your vehicle brochureUniform Tire Quality Grading/UTQR 217"Units" 76Units–

Reference 269At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityWiper blade replacement 228Wiper system 61"With highway

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ControlsThis chapter is intended to provide you withinformation for complete control of your vehicle.All features and accessories that are useful ford

323i328i328xi335i335xiOwner's Manual for VehicleCongratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will pro

Opening and closing28Opening and closingKeys/remote controlsEach remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when i

Controls 29Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility> Triple turn signal activation, refer to page 61> Set

Opening and closing304. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-troller.5. If necessary, move the highlight marker to the uppermost field

Controls 31Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityConfirmation signalsYou can activate or deactivate the confi

Opening and closing32integrated key to the corresponding limit posi-tions in the door lock.Opening and closing:From insideThis button serves to unlock

Controls 33Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityyou when you leave the vehicle so that the latter can be ope

Opening and closing34Turn the key all the way to the left: the luggage compartment lid opens.If you open the luggage compartment lid using the key whi

Controls 35Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityMake sure that the closing path of the luggage compartment l

Opening and closing36Switching off an alarm> Unlock the car with the remote control, refer to page 29.> Insert the remote control all the way in

Controls 37Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility> The engine can only be started when the vehicle detects

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Opening and closing38MalfunctionConvenient access may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this happens, open or close the vehicle via the buttons

Controls 39Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityPinch protection systemIf the closing force exceeds a specif

Opening and closing40for approx. 1 minute as long as no door has been opened.Pinch protection systemIf the glass roof encounters an obstruction dur-in

Controls 41Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityit in your field of vision until it is shut.Take the remote

Opening and closing42Closing without pinch protectionIf there is an external danger, press the switch forward past the resistance point and hold it th

Controls 43Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAdjustmentsSitting safelyThe ideal sitting position can make

Adjustments44SeatsNote before adjustingNever attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could respond with unexpected movement,

Controls 45Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1 Longitudinal direction2 Height3 Angle4 BackrestThe head re

Adjustments46Front seatsHeight adjustment> To raise: pull up.> To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and slide the head restraint down.Removing1.

Controls 47Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityHeated seats*Press once for each temperature level. Three LE

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic-ular to

Adjustments48The adjusting procedure is halted immediately when you touch a seat adjustment switch or one of the memory buttons.Selecting automatic ca

Controls 49Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitynot fastened, if objects are placed on the front passenger s

Adjustments50DeactivatingPush the switch to the position for the passen-ger-side mirror, arrow 2.Interior rearview mirrorTurn the knob to reduce glare

Controls 51Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.4. S

Transporting children safely52Transporting children safelyThe right place for childrenDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they

Controls 53Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTo lock the safety belt1. Secure the child-restraint system

Transporting children safely54SedanThere are three additional anchors for child-restraint systems with tether straps, see arrows.Sports WagonThere are

Controls 55Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Use the hook to clip the retaining strap to the anchor.4.

Driving56DrivingIgnition lockInsert the remote control into the ignition lockInsert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock.> Radio r

Controls 57Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityStarting the engineDo not run the engine in closed rooms, ot

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's ManualWe have tried to make all the information in this Owner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way to find s

Driving58Indicator lampThe indicator lamp is lit, and when you drive off an acoustic signal sounds in addition. The parking brake is still applied.Ind

Controls 59Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDisplays in the instrument clusterP R N D DS M1 to M6The sel

Driving60Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, a

Controls 61Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityUnusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates tha

Driving62Activating intermittent wipe or rain sensorPress the button, arrow 3. The LED in the but-ton lights up.Setting speed for intermittent wipe or

Controls 63Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAll washer nozzles are supplied with washer fluid by the sam

Driving64Press the lever beyond the resistance point, arrow 1, until the desired speed is reached.The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the acce

Controls 65Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitymaintained when driving on open roadways, but also varied to

Driving66One lever for all functions1 Store and increase desired speed2 Store and decrease desired speed3 Deactivate system, refer to page 674 Resume

Controls 67Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityUse good judgment to select the appro-priate following dista

5Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe individual vehicleWhen you ordered your BMW, you chose va

Driving684 Selected desired speed is temporarily dis-playedIf --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears in the instrument cluster display, it is pos-sib

Controls 69Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitya warning to you. Also, be aware that every decrease in the

Driving70In approaching a curve, it is possible that active cruise control would react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane. In addition, the sys

Controls 71Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEverything under controlOdometer, outside temperature displa

Everything under control72Coolant temperatureA warning lamp will come on if the coolant, and therefore the engine, becomes too hot. In addi-tion, a me

Controls 73Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityComputerDisplays in the instrument clusterCalling up informa

Everything under control744. Select "Onboard info" and press the con-troller.> Estimated time of arrival at destination:> Manually ent

Controls 75Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1. Select "Set" and press the controller.2. Select

Everything under control762 Button for:> Confirming selected display or set val-ues> Calling up computer information 733 When the lights are on:

Controls 77Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4. Use button 1 to scroll through the individual service ite

Notes6to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. S

Everything under control78troller until "Status" is selected and press the controller.A list of selected maintenance operations and, if appl

Controls 79Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityClockThe settings are stored for the remote control currentl

Everything under control805. If necessary, move the controller forwards to move the highlight marker to the upper-most field.6. Turn the controller un

Controls 81Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility6. Press button 2.The system stores the new date.Via iDrivei

Everything under control82Explanatory text messagesText messages at the lower edge of the Control Display explain the meaning of the displayed indicat

Controls 83Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Select "Info sources" and press the control-ler

Everything under control844. Select "Stopwatch" and press the control-ler.Starting, stopping or resetting> Select "Start" and p

Controls 85Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTechnology for driving comfort and safetyPDC Park Distance C

Technology for driving comfort and safety86until "PDC" is selected and press the con-troller.6. Select "PDC display on" and press

Controls 87Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDeactivating DSCPress the button for at least 3 seconds; the

7Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityFor Canadian customersCanadian customers who wish to report a

Technology for driving comfort and safety88then moves slightly faster than double walking speed without the driver needing to intervene.HDC can be act

Controls 89Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityafter approx. 2 seconds and the car will start to roll backw

Technology for driving comfort and safety90Indication of a flat tireThe warning lamps come on in yellow and red. A message appears on the Control Disp

Controls 91Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityStatus indicator on the Control DisplayThe color of the tire

Technology for driving comfort and safety92rupted at any time. When driving resumes, the reset is continued automatically. On the Control Display, the

Controls 93Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityequipped with a tire pressure monitoring sys-tem, TPMS, that

Technology for driving comfort and safety94AirbagsThe following airbags are located under the marked covers:1 Front airbags2 Head airbags, front and r

Controls 95Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe front and side airbags can also be deacti-vated by adole

Lamps96LampsParking lamps/low beams0 Lamps off, daytime running lamps1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps3

Controls 97Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Select "Settings" and press the controller.4. S