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Owner's Manualfor Vehicle

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Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 156 802 - © 09/02 BMW AG



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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.

Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control andsecurity when you drive it. Therefore we have one request:

Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with theinformation that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new BMW. Themanual contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in obtainingmaximum satisfaction from your BMW's unique array of advanced technical fea-tures. It also contains information on vehicle maintenance designed to enhanceoperating safety while simultaneously helping you to maintain your BMW's valuethroughout an extended service life. For additional information refer to the supple-mental manuals.

This Owner's Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle. Itshould stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important

operating, safety and maintenance information.We wish you an enjoyable driving experience.

BMW AG




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© 2002 Bayerische Motoren WerkeAktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with thewritten consent of BMW AG, Munich.Order No. 01 41 0 156 802US English VIII/02

Printed in GermanyPrinted on environmentally friendly paper –bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling.

About this Owner's Manual

We have made every effort to ensure

that you are able to find what you needin this Owner's Manual as quickly aspossible. The fastest way to find spe-cific topics is by using the detailedindex at the end. If you wish to gain aninitial overview of your vehicle, you willfind this in the first chapter.

Should you wish to sell your BMW atsome time in the future, please remem-ber to hand over this Owner's Manualto the new owner; it is an important partof the vehicle.

If you have any additional questions,your BMW center will be glad to adviseyou.

Symbols used

Indicates precautions that must

be followed precisely in order toavoid the possibility of personal injuryand serious damage to the vehicle.

Contains information that willassist you in gaining the optimum

benefit from your vehicle and enableyou to care more effectively for your

vehicle.

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ment.

Marks the end of a specific item ofinformation.

Indicates special equipment, coun-try-specific equipment and optionalextras.

Identifies systems or componentswhich can be activated or adapted

to suit an individual driver's require-

ments – Vehicle Memory, Key Memory.Refer to page 58. Activation and adjust-ments on some of these systems canbe performed at your BMW center.<

Your individual vehicle

On purchasing your BMW, you have

decided in favor of a model with individ-ualized equipment and features. ThisOwner's Manual describes all modelsand equipment that BMW offers withinthe same group.

We hope you will understand thatequipment and features are included

that you might not have chosen for yourvehicle. You can easily identify any dif-ferences with the aid of the asteriskused to identify all optional equipmentand accessories.

If your BMW features equipment, suchas a car radio or telephone, which is notdescribed in this Owner's Manual, sup-plementary Owner's Manuals areenclosed. We ask you to read thesemanuals as well.




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Contents

N o t e s About this Owner's Manual 4

Symbols used 4Your individual vehicle 4Status at time of printing 5For your own safety 5Symbol on vehicle parts 6Service and warranty 6Reporting safety defects 6

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r v i e w Cockpit 14

Instrument cluster 16Indicator and warning lamps 18Steering wheel with multifunction

buttons* 22Hazard warning triangle* 23First-aid kit* 23Refueling 24Fuel specifications 25Tire inflation pressure 25

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t u r e s Opening and closing:

Keys 30Central locking system 30Opening and closing – via the

remote control 31Opening and closing – via the

door lock 33Opening and closing – from the

inside 34Tailgate 34Rear window 35Cargo area 36Alarm system* 37Electric power windows 39Sliding/tilt sunroof* 40

To adjust:

Safe seating position 43Seats 44Manual seat adjustment 44Power seat adjustment* 46Lumbar support* 46Head restraints 47Safety belts 47

Seat and mirror memory* 48Seat heating* 49Steering wheel 50Mirrors 50




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Passenger safety systems:Airbags 52Transporting children safely 54Vehicle Memory, Key

Memory 58

Driving:

Ignition lock 59Starting the engine 59Switching off the engine 61

Parking brake 61Manual transmission 62Automatic transmission with

Steptronic* 63Turn signal indicator/Headlamp

flasher 66Washer/wiper system/Rain

sensor* 67Cruise control* 69

Everything under control:Odometer 71Tachometer 71Energy control 71Fuel gauge 72Engine coolant temperature

gauge 72Service interval display 73Check Control 73Clock 74Computer* 75

Technology for safety anddriving convenience:

Park Distance Control (PDC)* 77Automatic Stability Control plus

Traction (ASC+T)* 78Dynamic Stability Control

(DSC)* 80Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) –

BMW 325xi 82Hill Descent Control (HDC)* 84Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)* 85Flat Tire Monitor* 86

Lamps:Parking lamps/Low beams 89Instrument lighting 90High beams/Standing lamps 90

Fog lamps* 91Interior lamps 91

Controlling the climate forpleasant driving:

Air conditioning 92Automatic climate control* 96

Interior conveniences:Premium sound system* 101Glove compartment 101Storage compartments 102Cellular phone* 103Ashtray, front* 104Ashtray, rear* 104

Socket 105

Loading and transporting:Ski bag* 106Cargo area 107Cargo loading 109Roof-mounted luggage

rack* 111

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r a t i o n , m a i n t e n a n c e Special operating instructions:

Break-in procedures 114Driving notes 115Antilock Brake System

(ABS) 115Brake system 116

Wheels and tires:Tire inflation pressure 117Tire condition 117

Tire replacement 118Wheel and tire

combinations 120Winter tires 120

In the engine compartment:Hood 122Engine compartment

essentials 124Washer fluids 126Engine oil 126Coolant 128Brake fluid 129

Maintenance:

The BMW MaintenanceSystem 130

Laws and regulations:

California Proposition 65warning 132

OBD interface socket 132

O w n e r s e r v i c e p r o c e

d u r e s Replacement procedures:

Onboard tool kit 136Windshield wiper blades 136Lamps and bulbs 137Changing a wheel 141Run Flat tires* 145Battery 146Fuses 146

Giving and receiving

assistance:Jump-starting 147Towing the vehicle 148

T e c h n i c a

l d a t a Engine data 152

Dimensions 153Weights 154Capacities 155




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Overview

Controls and features

Operation, maintenance

Owner service procedures

Technical data

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1 Parking lamps/Low beams 89

2 >Turn signal indicators 66>

Standing lamps 90>High beams 90>Headlamp flasher 66>Computer 75

3 Washer/wiper system/Rainsensor 67

4 Hazard warning flashers

5 Central locking system 30

6 Rear window defroster 94, 99

7 Horn: the entire surface

8 Adjusting the steering wheel 50

9 Fog lamps 91

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1 Fuel gauge 72

2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 20

3 Speedometer4 Indicator and warning lamps 18

to 21

5 Tachometer andEnergy Control 71, 71

6 Engine coolant temperature

gauge 727 Indicator and warning lamps 18

to 21

8 Adjusting knob for>Time 74>Service interval display 73>Outside temperature display 75

9 Selector lever and program displayfor automatic transmission 19, 65

10 Display for>Trip odometer/Odometer 71>Clock 74>Service interval 73>

Computer 7411 Check Control 73

12 Trip odometer, reset to zero 71

13 Indicator and warning lamps 18 to 21

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Parking brake warning lamp forCanadian models.

Please fasten safety belts ●

Comes on together with anacoustic signal until the safety

belts are fastened.For additional information on safetybelts: refer to page 47

Airbags ●Please have the systeminspected at your BMW center.

For additional information: refer topage 52

Orange: consult the nearest BMW

centerAutomatic transmissionThe transmission hasresponded to a malfunction by

reverting to operation in its emergencydefault program. Please consult thenearest BMW center.


Yellow: check as soon as possible

Engine oil level

If the lamp comes on duringnormal vehicle operation: theengine oil level has fallen to the abso-lute minimum; refill as soon as possible.Do not drive more than approx. 30miles/50 km before refilling.For additional information: refer to

page 126Engine oil levelComes on after the engine hasbeen switched off: add engine

oil at the earliest opportunity – next timeyou stop to refuel.For additional information: refer to

page 126Brake pads ●Have the brake pads checked.For additional information: refer

to page 116

Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)/FlatTire Monitor ●

Check tire inflation pressures.Refer to pages 25, 85, 86

Automatic Stability Control plusTraction (ASC+T)/DynamicStability Control (DSC) ●

Indicator lamp flashes:The system is actively regulating drivetorque and braking force.The indicator lamp stays lit:The ASC+T has been switched off viathe button, ADB is operational; or DSChas been switched off using the button,

DTC is operational.Please contact the nearest BMW centerin case of a malfunction.Additional information beginning onpage 78BMW 325xi:DSC has been switched off manually or

there is a system malfunction.ADB-X is operational. If the warninglamp fails to go out when you press theDSC button again, this indicates a sys-tem malfunction affecting both DSCand ADB-X.Please consult the nearest BMW cen-

ter.For additional information: refer topage 82

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Automatic Stability Control plusTraction (ASC+T)/DynamicStability Control (DSC) and

brake warning lamp ●

The indicator lamps remain on:The ASC+T/ADB or DSC/DTC

have been switched off manually orthere is a system malfunction.Please consult the nearest BMW cen-ter.

Additional information beginning onpage 80BMW 325xi:DSC and ADB-X system malfunction.There is no provision for switching offADB-X.Please consult the nearest BMW cen-

ter.

DSC and ADB indicator andbrake warning lamps for Cana-dian models.

Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) ●Malfunction in DBC system.Conventional braking efficiency

is available and unrestricted.Have the system repaired at your BMWcenter as soon as possible.

Additional information beginning onpage 115

Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)warning lamp for Canadianmodels.

Add washer fluidThe washer fluid level is too low.Top off the fluid at the earliest

opportunity.For additional information: refer topage 126

CHECK FILLER CAP ●This indicator lamp comes onwhen the fuel filler cap is loose

or missing.Close the filler cap tightly: refer topage 24

SERVICE ENGINE SOON ●

If the indicator lamp comes oneither continuously or intermit-

tently, this indicates a fault in the emis-sions-related electronic systems.Although the vehicle remains opera-tional, you should have the systemschecked by your BMW center at the

earliest possible opportunity.For additional information: refer topage 132

SERVICE ENGINE SOONwarning lamp for Canadianmodels.

Engine electronics ●

There is a fault in the electronicengine-management system.

You can continue to drive with reducedengine output or engine speed. Pleasehave the system inspected at yourBMW center.

Add coolantThe coolant level is too low. Addcoolant at the earliest opportu-

nity.For additional information: refer topage 128

Green: for your information

Turn signal indicator

Flashes when the turn signalsare on.

Rapid flashing indicates a system mal-function.For additional information: refer topage 66

Cruise control

Lights up when the cruise con-trol is activated: ready for oper-

ation via the steering wheel with multi-function buttons.For additional information: refer topage 69



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Front fog lampsLights up whenever you switchon the fog lamps.


Blue: for your information

High beamsComes on when the high beamsare on or the headlamp flasher

is actuated.For additional information: refer topages 66, 90


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22 Steering wheel with multifunction buttons*

These buttons let you operate the fol-lowing functions quickly and withoutbeing distracted from traffic conditions:

>Selected radio functions>The cruise control>Selected telephone functions>The voice recognition system.

The controls are active only whenthe corresponding systems and

accessories are switched on.<

Press briefly:

Receive a phone call, initiate dialing,

terminate a call.Extended pressure:

Switch voice recognition on and off.

Switch between phone, radio, cassette

and CD.

Forward:

>RadioPress briefly: station scan in FM band

Extended pressure: station search

>CDPress briefly: jump to next trackExtended pressure: search function

in track>Cassette

Press briefly: jump to next track orstop fast forwardExtended pressure: fast forward

>PhoneScan personal phone book.

Rewind/reverse: same functions as for-ward.

Volume.

Cruise control: select a stored setting.

Cruise control: store and accelerate +or decelerate and store –.

Cruise control: activate/interrupt/deac-tivate.


23Hazard warning triangle* First aid kit*



23Hazard warning triangle*

The warning triangle is located on theleft side of the cargo area behind thecover panel.

To open: press the button – see arrow –

and remove the cover.

Always observe all legal regula-tions requiring a warning triangle

to be carried in the vehicle.<

First-aid kit*

The first-aid kit is located under thepassenger seat.

To open: pull the handle and fold thecover down.

To close: fold the cover up and press ituntil the tab engages.

Some of the articles in the first-aidkit have a limited period of use

before expiration. For this reason,check the expiration dates of each of

the items regularly and replace anywhose expiration dates have passed.You can purchase replacements in anydrugstore or pharmacy.Always observe all legal regulationsrequiring a first-aid kit to be carried inthe vehicle.<

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24 Refueling

Fuel filler door

Always switch off the enginebefore refueling, as it is not possi-

ble to add fuel with the engine running,

and attempts may also trigger theSERVICE ENGINE SOON lamp.<

Press on the rear edge of the fuel fillerdoor to open and close it.

If an electrical malfunction occurs, youcan unlock the fuel filler door manually:

1. Undo the trim panel on the right sideof the cargo area

2. Pull the knob with the fuel pumpsymbol.

Always observe all safety precau-tions posted at the service station

when handling fuel. Never carry spare

fuel containers in your vehicle. Whetherempty or full, these containers can leak,cause an explosion, or lead to fire in theevent of a collision.<

Simple and environmentallyfriendly

Open the filler cap carefully toprevent fuel from spraying out.

Fuel spray may cause injury.<

Put the filler cap in the bracket – seearrow – attached to the fuel filler door.

When refueling, insert the filler nozzlecompletely into the filler pipe. Pullingthe nozzle out of the pipe during refuel-

ing

> results in premature pump shutoff>and will reduce the effectiveness of

the vapor recovery system on thepump.

The fuel tank is full when the filler noz-

zle shuts off the first time.


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Close the fuel filler cap carefullyafter refueling until a click is

heard. While closing, be sure not to

squeeze the strap which is fastened tothe cap. A loose or missing cap willactivate the CHECK FILLER CAPlamp.<

Fuel tank capacity

>Approx. 16.6 gal./63 liters, of which>approx. 2.1 gal./8 liters are reserve

capacity.

Do not drive to the last drop offuel. This can prevent the engine

from operating properly and result indamage.<

Fuel specifications

The engine uses lead-free gasolineonly.

Required fuel:

>Premium Unleaded Gasoline,min. 91 AKI.AKI = Anti Knock Index

Never use leaded fuel, as it wouldcause permanent and irreversible

damage to the oxygen sensor and thecatalytic converter.<

Tire inflation pressure

The specified inflation pressures areprovided on a sticker attached to theB-pillar and are visible with the driver'sdoor open.

Checking tire pressures

All pressures are specified in the stan-dard units of pressure, psi and kilopas-cal, and apply to cold tires – tires atambient temperature – refer to tirepressure table at the end of this chap-

ter.Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor(TPM)/Flat Tire Monitor:

After correcting the inflation pressures,reinitialize the system. Refer topages 85, 86.

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BMW TiresAll pressure specifications in the table areindicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires –cold = ambient temperature

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205/55 R 16 91 H M+S205/55 R 16 91 H225/50 R 16 92 W – not 325xi225/45 R 17 91 W

32/220 38/260 38/260 45/310

225/45 ZR 17245/40 ZR 17

32/220–

–38/260

38/260–

–45/310

205/50 R 17 93 V M+S extra load205/50 R 17 93 W extra load205/55 R 16 91 Q M+S225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S – not 325xi

205/50 R 17 93 Q M+S extra load225/45 R 17 91 Q M+S

35/240 41/280 41/280 48/330

Space-saver spare tire in cargo area 61/420


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Opening and closing

Keys Central locking system



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The key set

1 Master keys with remote control unit– determine the functions of the KeyMemory, refer to page 58.

You can mark the individual keys forsubsequent identification by apply-ing the colored decals that youreceived when accepting delivery ofyour vehicle

There is an extended-life battery

in every master key that ischarged automatically in the ignitionlock as you drive.For this reason, if you have master keysthat are not being used you should usethose keys approx. once a year whiledriving for an extended period to

charge the battery, refer also topage 31.<

2 Spare master key – for storage in asafe place, such as in your wallet.This key is not intended for constant

use3 Door and ignition key –

The lock for the glove compartmentcannot be operated with this key –this is useful for valet parking, forinstance

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The concept

The central locking system is ready foroperation when the driver's door isclosed. The system engages andreleases the locks on the

>doors> tailgate and rear window> fuel filler door.

The central locking system can be

operated> from outside via the remote control

as well as via the driver's door lock> from inside by pressing a button.

The fuel filler door is not locked whenthe central locking system is activatedfrom the inside, refer to page 34. Whenthe system is actuated from the out-side, the anti-theft system is also acti-vated. This prevents the doors frombeing unlocked via the lock buttons orthe release handle. The alarm system isalso armed or disarmed.

If locked from the inside, the centrallocking system unlocks automatically inthe event of an accident, except ondoors that have been locked individu-ally using the lock buttons, refer topage 34. In addition, the hazard warn-ing flashers and interior lamps come on.


31Opening and closing – via the remote control



The concept

The remote control gives you an excep-tionally convenient method for unlock-ing and locking your vehicle. Further-more, it provides two additionalfunctions:

>To switch on interior lamps, refer topage 32.With this function you can also

search for the vehicle when parked inan underground garage, for instance>Opening the rear window, refer to

page 32.The rear window will open slightly,regardless of whether it was previ-ously locked or unlocked.

Whenever you unlock or lock the vehi-cle, you simultaneously deactivate/acti-vate the anti-theft system, disarm/armthe alarm system and switch the interiorlamps on/off.

You can have a signal set to con-

firm that the vehicle's locks haveengaged securely.<

Master keys with remote control

Persons or animals inside thevehicle may be able to lock the

doors from the inside. For this reason,always take the vehicle keys with youso that the vehicle can be opened againfrom the outside at any time.<

If it is no longer possible to lockthe vehicle via the remote control,

the battery is discharged. Use this keywhile driving for an extended period inorder to recharge the battery. To pre-vent unauthorized use of the remotecontrol, surrender only the door andignition key or the spare key when leav-ing the vehicle for valet parking, for

example.In the event of a system malfunction,please contact your BMW center. Youcan also obtain replacement keysthere.<

1 Unlock, convenience opening mode,and disarm alarm system

2 Lock and secure, arm alarm system,activate interior lamps, disarm tilt

alarm sensor, interior motion sensoranddeactivate Panic mode

3 Open the rear window,Panic mode – trigger alarm

To release

Press the button once to unlock thedriver's door.

Press the button a second time tounlock all vehicle locks.

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32 Opening and closing – via the remote control



Convenience opening mode

Press and hold button: the power win-dows and sliding/tilt sunroof areopened.

To lock and secure

Press button.

To switch on the interior lamps

After locking the vehicle, press button

again.

To deactivate the tilt alarm* andinterior motion sensors*

Press button a second time immedi-

ately after locking.

For additional information, refer topage 38.

To open the rear window

Press button.

The rear window opens slightly. It cannow be tilted up.

Before and after a trip, be surethat the rear window has not been

opened unintentionally.<

If you prefer, the tailgate will openinstead of the rear window.<

Panic mode – trigger alarm

By pressing the button for more than2 seconds, the alarm system can betriggered in the event of danger, if it isarmed.

To switch of the alarm:

Press button.

External systems

The remote control system's operationmay be affected by other units or

equipment operating in the immediatevicinity of your vehicle.

If this should occur, you can still openand close the vehicle using the masterkey in the door lock.

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units com-ply with part 15 of the FCC/FederalCommunications Commission regula-tions. Operation is governed by the fol-lowing:

FCC ID:

>LX8EWS>LX8FZVS>LX8FZVE.

Compliance statement:

This device complies with part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:

>This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and

> this device must accept any interfer-ence received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications tothese devices could void the

user's authority to operate the equip-ment.<


33Opening and closing – via the door lock



One turn of the key in the driver's doorlock unlocks the driver's door only.Turning the key a second time unlocksall of the remaining doors, the tailgateand the fuel filler door.

You can have a signal set to con-firm that the vehicle's locks have

engaged securely.<

Convenience operation

You can also operate the power win-dows and the sliding/tilt sunroof via thedoor lock.

>To open: with the door closed, holdthe key in the Unlock position

>To close: with the door closed, holdthe key in the Lock position.

Whenever closing the windows orsliding/tilt sunroof you should

always monitor their path and progress

to ensure that no one is injured. Releas-ing the key stops the operation.<

Manual operation

In the event of electrical malfunction

Turn the key all the way to the left or

right to unlock/lock the driver's door.

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34 Opening and closing – from the inside Tailgate



You can use this button to operate thecentral locking system when the frontdoors are closed. With this button, onlythe doors, the tailgate and rear windoware unlocked or locked. The anti-theft

system is not activated.

If only the driver's door wasunlocked from the outside and

you press the button, then, with thedriver's door still open, the passenger-side door, the tailgate and the fuel filler

door will unlock, too.If the driver's door is closed, it will belocked.<

If you desire, the central lockingsystem can be activated automati-

cally as soon as you begin to drive. This

can be adjusted to be key-specific.<

To unlock and open the doors

>Either unlock the doors together withthe button for the central locking sys-

tem and then pull each of the releasehandles above the armrests or

>pull the release handle for each doortwice: the first pull unlocks the door,and the second one opens it.

To lock

>Either use the central locking buttonto lock all doors at once or

>press the individual door lock buttonsdown. To prevent the driver frombeing inadvertently locked out of thevehicle, the driver's door lock button

will not engage as long as the door isopen.

Persons or animals inside thevehicle may be able to lock the

doors from the inside. For this reason,always take the vehicle's keys with you

so that you can open the vehicle againfrom the outside at any time.<

To open from the outside

To avoid damage, check to ensurethat you have adequate clearance

before opening the tailgate.<

Press the button in the handle recess –see arrow: the tailgate opens slightly.

The cargo area is illuminated when thetailgate is open.


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Manual operation

>Fold rear center armrest or rear back-rest forward

>Remove cover 1 – this operation is

easy to carry out with the aid of theignition key>Press the lever – see arrow – to the

right.

The tailgate is locked again as soon asyou close the lid.

To open from the inside*

If the tailgate has not been locked sep-arately, you can open it with this buttonin the footwell on the driver's side when

the vehicle is stationary.

To close

The handle recesses in the interior trimpanel of the tailgate – see arrows –make it easier to pull the lid down.

Both before starting off and aftercompleting every journey, check

the rear window or the tailgate toensure that it has not been openedinadvertently.<

To avoid injuries, be sure that thetravel path of the tailgate is clear

when it is closed, following the sameprecautions as with all closing proce-dures.<

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Always drive with both the tailgateand the rear window securely

closed, as exhaust gases might other-

wise be drawn into the interior of thevehicle.<

Should it be absolutely necessary tooperate the vehicle with the tailgate orrear window open:

1. Close all windows. Shut the slid-ing/tilt sunroof

2. To increase the quantity of air for theair conditioner or automatic climatecontrol system, see page 92 or 96.

To open from the outside

Small items can be loaded or unloadedquickly if the rear window is openedseparately.

Press button – see arrow: The rear win-dow opens slightly. It can now be tiltedup.

Opening with the remote control, referto page 32.

Push the window down to close it.

If pointed or sharp-edged objectscould strike the rear window while

driving, be sure to provide protectionaround all edges. If you do not do this,the heating conductors of the rear win-dow could be damaged.<

Luggage straps

Use the retaining straps on the cargoarea floor to secure smaller items ofluggage.

Movement is reduced when objects areplaced on the straps.

To secure your luggage, use the lug-gage nets* or flexible straps that youcan attach to the fittings at the innercorners of the cargo area.

Refer also to Cargo loading onpage 109.

For additional details in the cargo areaand for the cargo area cover, pleaserefer to Cargo area beginning onpage 107.


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The concept

The vehicle alarm system responds:

>When a door, the hood, the tailgateor the rear window is opened

>To movement inside the vehicle –interior motion sensor

>To variations in the vehicle's tilt anglesuch as those occurring duringattempts to steal the wheels or towthe vehicle

>To interruption of battery voltage.

The system responds to unauthorizedvehicle entry and attempted theft bysimultaneously activating the following:

>Sounding an acoustic alarm for30 seconds

>The hazard warning flashers are acti-vated for approx. five minutes

>Flashing the high beams on and off inrhythm with the hazard warning flash-ers.

To arm and disarm the alarm

systemWhen the vehicle is locked or unlockedvia the driver's door lock or with theremote control, the alarm system is alsosimultaneously armed or disarmed.

You can have different acknowl-edgment signals set to confirm

arming and disarming.<

You can also open the rear windowwhen the system is armed by pressingthe remote control button, refer topage 32. The window is once again

secured when it is closed.

Indicator lamp displays

>The indicator lamp below the interiorrearview mirror flashes continuously:the system is armed

>The indicator lamp flashes while thesystem is armed: the door(s), thehood, the tailgate or rear window arenot completely closed. Even if you donot close the alerted area(s), theremaining areas are secured, and theindicator lamp will flash continuouslyafter 10 seconds. However, the inte-rior motion sensor is not activated

>The indicator lamp goes out when thesystem is disarmed: no manipulationor attempted intrusions have beendetected in the period since the sys-tem was armed

>The indicator lamp flashes for10 seconds when the system is dis-

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armed: an attempted entry has beendetected in the period since the sys-tem was armed.

Following triggering of an alarm, theindicator lamp will flash continuously.

Avoiding unintentional alarms

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motionsensor may be switched off at the sametime. You can do this to prevent a falsealarm from being triggered in garageswith elevator ramps, for instance, orwhen the vehicle is transported by train:

Lock the vehicle twice to arm the sys-

tem. Press the button on the remotecontrol twice in succession or lock thevehicle twice with the key.

The indicator lamp lights up briefly andthen flashes continuously. The tilt alarmsensor and the interior motion sensorare deactivated as long as the system is

armed.

Interior motion sensor

In order for the interior motion sensor tofunction properly, the windows andsliding/tilt sunroof must be completelyclosed.

Nevertheless, you should deactivatethe interior motion sensor, see Avoidingunintentional alarms, if

>persons or animals are left in thevehicle

> the windows or the sliding/tilt sunroofare being left open.

The system deactivates the tilt-alarm sensor and the interior

motion sensor if the convenience clos-ing of windows and the sliding/tilt sun-roof is interrupted in the first 10 sec-onds and then restarted. The alarmmust then be disarmed and reactivatedbefore it will resume operation.<


39Electric power windows



To open and close windows

When leaving the vehicle, alwaysremove the ignition key from the

lock and remember to close the doorsto prevent persons or animals fromoperating the power windows and injur-ing themselves, etc.<

After the ignition has been switched off:You can still operate the electric powerwindows for up to 15 minutes, as longas no one opens either of the frontdoors.

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher

>Press the switch until you feel resis-tance: the window retracts as long asyou maintain pressure on the switch

>Press the switch briefly past the pres-sure point: the windows move auto-matically. Pressing the switch again

stops the opening cycle.You can close the windows in the samemanner by pulling the switch.

If your vehicle is equipped with optionalelectric power windows in the rear* separate switches will be located belowthe windows.

For the convenience mode via the doorlock, refer to page 33.

Safety feature

The front windows are each equippedwith contact strips located in the upper

window frames. If pressure is exertedagainst this contact strip while a win-dow is being raised, the system willrespond by stopping the window andthen retracting it a small distance.

Despite this safety feature, beextremely careful to ensure that

the closing path of the window is not

obstructed. Some types of objectsmight fail to trigger the contact strip insome situations – very thin objects, forinstance.You can override this safety feature bypressing the switch beyond the resis-tance point and holding it.<

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Safety switch

With the safety switch, you can preventthe rear windows from being opened orclosed via the switches in the rear pas-senger area, for example by children.

Press the safety switch wheneverpersons or animals are riding in

the rear of the vehicle. Careless use ofthe power windows can lead to injury.<

To prevent injuries, exercise carewhen closing the sliding/tilt sun-

roof and keep it in your field of vision

until it is shut.When leaving the vehicle, alwaysremove the ignition key from the lockand remember to close the doors toprevent persons or animals from oper-ating the roof and injuring themselves,etc.<


41Sliding/tilt sunroof*



Opening and closing

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher

>Slide the switch until you feel resis-

tance: the sunroof opens and closesas long as you hold the switch>Slide the switch briefly past the pres-

sure point: the sunroof move auto-matically.Tapping the switch again stops themotion immediately.

The headliner retracts with the sunroofwhile it is opening.

After the ignition has been switched off:You can still operate the sunroof for upto 15 minutes, as long as no one openseither of the front doors.

For the convenience mode via the doorlock, refer to page 32 or 33.

Raising the sunroofWith the ignition key in position 1 orhigher: tap the switch.

Tapping the switch again stops themotion immediately.

If you briefly press the switch in the

raise direction while the sunroof isopen, the sunroof will rise to its upper-most position.

After the ignition has been switched off:You can still operate the sunroof for upto 15 minutes, as long as no one openseither of the front doors.

The headliner insert slides back some-what when you raise the roof.

Do not use force to close theheadliner insert with the sunroof in

its raised position, as damage to themechanism could result.<

Safety feature

If the sliding/tilt sunroof encountersresistance

>when it is closing from the raisedposition

>when it is closing from a pointroughly past the middle of its travel,

the closing cycle is interrupted and the

sliding/tilt sunroof will open againslightly.

Despite this safety feature, beextremely careful that the travel

path of the sunroof is not obstructedwhenever it is closed. Remember that

the safety mechanism may not be ableto detect obstructions under all circum-stances – with very thin objects, forinstance.You can disable this safety feature bypressing the switch beyond the pres-sure point and holding it.<

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Manual operation

In the event of an electrical malfunction,you can also operate the sliding/tiltsunroof manually:

1. Remove the interior lamp, then reachinto the exposed opening and pressout the cover

2. Use the Allen key from the onboardtool kit – refer to page 136 – to turnthe sliding/tilt sunroof in the desireddirection.


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To adjust

Safe seating position



For relaxed and fatigue-free driving youshould select a sitting position thatreflects your personal requirements. In

combination with the safety belts andairbags, the correct seating positionplays an important role in enhancingoccupant safety in the event of an acci-dent. To ensure that the vehicle's safetysystems provide you with optimal pro-tection, we request that you direct your

careful attention to the following sec-tion.

For additional information on transport-ing children refer to page 54.

Sitting safely with airbags

Always maintain an adequate dis-tance between yourself and the

airbags. Always hold the steering wheelby the rim to keep any chance of injuryto hands or arms to an absolute mini-mum should the airbag be deployed.Never allow any objects, individuals oranimals to obstruct the areas between

passengers and airbags. Never use thefront airbag's cover as a storage tray orsupport for objects of any kind. Neverallow front passengers to rest their feetor legs on the airbag cover.<

For airbag locations and additionalinformation on airbags, refer topage 52.

Sitting safely with safety belts

Never allow more than one personto wear a single safety belt. Never

allow infants or small children to ride ina passenger's lap. Avoid twisting thebelt while routing it firmly across the

hips and shoulder, wear it as snuglyagainst your body as possible. Do notallow the belt to rest against hard orfragile objects. Do not route the beltacross your neck, or run it across sharpedges. Be sure that the belt does notbecome caught or jammed. Avoid

wearing loose or bulky clothing. Youshould remember to retension the lapbelt periodically by pulling the shoulderstrap to take up any slack in the mecha-nism. In the event of a frontal impact, aloose lap belt could slide over yourhips, leading to abdominal injury. In

addition, the safety belt's restrainteffectiveness is reduced if the belt isworn loosely. Expectant mothersshould always wear their safety belts,taking care to position the lap beltagainst the lower hips, where it will notexert pressure against the abdominal

area.<

For information on using the safetybelts, refer to page 47.

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Wh dj ti t l

Manual seat adjustment



When adjusting your seat, alwaysobserve the following precautions

Never try to adjust your seat while

operating the vehicle. The seatcould respond with unexpected move-ment, and the ensuing loss of vehiclecontrol could lead to an accident. Neverride with the backrest reclined to anextreme horizontal angle. This is espe-cially important for front passengers to

remember. Keep the backrest relativelyupright to minimize the risk of slidingunder the safety belt and sustaininginjury in an accident.<

Seat adjustment

>Manual seat adjustment, refer topage 44

>Power seat adjustment, refer topage 46

>Head restraint, refer to page 47.

Seat adjustment

1 Backward/forward adjustmentPull the lever and slide the seat to thedesired position.After you release the lever, move theseat forward or backward slightly sothat it engages fully

2 Cushion heightPull the lever and apply weight to orremove weight from the seat asrequired

3 Backrest anglePull the lever and apply weight to orremove weight from the backrest asrequired


45Manual seat adjustment



BMW sport seat* adjustment

You can also adjust the tilt angle andthe thigh support:

1 To raise:

Pull the lever repeatedly, continuinguntil the seat is at the desired tiltangle

2 To lower:Push the lever repeatedly, continuinguntil the seat is at the desired tiltangle

3 Thigh support:Pull the lever and adjust the positionof the thigh support for your personalcomfort

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Seat adjustment

1 Tilt angle

2 Backward/forward adjustment

3 Cushion height

4 Backrest angle

The head restraint is adjusted manually,refer to page 47.

The thigh support and the headrestraint are adjusted manually, refer topages 45, 47.

Please refer to the adjustmentinstructions on page 44 to reduce

the risk of personal injury.<

To adjust

You can adjust the backrest's contourfor additional support in the curvatureof your spine's lumbar region.

The upper hips and spinal columnreceive supplementary support to helpyou maintain a relaxed, upright posture.

>Press the front/rear of the switch:increase/decrease curvature

>Press the upper/lower end of theswitch: increase the upper/lower cur-

vature.


47Head restraints

2 Press button – see arrow 1 – and

Safety belts



To adjust

To adjust height: pull the head restraintup or push it down.

Press button – see arrow 1 – toretract to the lowest position.<

To adjust tilt angle of front headrestraints: tilt them to the desired angle.

You can reduce the risk of spinalinjury and whiplash by adjusting

the head restraint to a height at which itis centered roughly at ear level.<

Removal – front

1. Pull the head restraint up to the endof its travel

2. Press button – see arrow 1 – andremove the head restraint.

Installation – frontSlide the head restraint into its guides.

Always wear your safety belt

Even though there is an airbag, wear asafety belt every time you get in thevehicle, because airbags enhancesafety by providing added protection.

To close

Make sure you hear the lock engage inthe belt buckle.

To release

1. Press the red button in the buckle2. Hold the belt3. Guide belt into its inertia reel.

The rear belt buckle with the wordCENTER is intended exclusively

for the passenger sitting in the mid-

dle.<

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To select a stored setting

Safety belts



Adjusting safety belt height

Use the height adjustment mechanismto adapt the shoulder strap to the ideallevel for your own body:

>Slide the button up or down.

Please refer to the seat adjustmentinstructions on page 43.

If the safety belt system has beensubjected to the stresses involved

in an accident or otherwise damaged:

Have the entire safety belt mechanismreplaced by your BMW center, includ-ing the safety belt tensioner. In addi-tion, have your BMW center inspect thesafety belt anchors. If a child-restraintsystem was in the vehicle during anaccident, consult the manufacturer's

instructions regarding replacement.<

You can store as many as three differ-ent driver's seat and mirror adjustmentsettings into the system for later selec-tion.

Memory will not retain the adjust-ment made to the lumbar sup-

port.<

To store

1. In ignition key position 1 or 22. Adjust the seat and door mirrors to

the desired position3. Press the MEMORY button: indica-

tor lamp in the button comes on4. Press memory button 1, 2 or 3, as

desired: indicator lamp goes out.

To select a stored setting

Do not select a memory positionwhile the vehicle is moving. If you

do so, there is a risk of accident fromunexpected seat movement.<

Ignition key in position 1:

>Briefly press memory button 1, 2 or 3,as desired. Movement stops immedi-ately when one of the seat-adjust-

ment or memory buttons is activatedduring the adjustment process.

The driver's door is closed and the igni-tion key is either removed or in position0 or 2:

>Maintain pressure on the desired

memory button – 1, 2 or 3 – until theadjustment process is completed.

If you press the MEMORY buttonaccidentally: press the button

again; the indicator lamp goes out.<

Your BMW center can adjust yourvehicle's systems in such a man-

ner that your personalized settings areautomatically set for the seat and exte-rior mirror positions when you unlockthe vehicle with your personal remotecontrol.<


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Before activating the programmed

Seat heating*Seat and mirror memory*



Before activating the programmedadjustment feature, ensure that

the footwell behind the driver's seat is

empty and unobstructed. If you fail todo so, any persons, animals or objectsbehind the seat could be injured ordamaged by a rearward movement ofthe seat.<

Passenger-side exterior mirror tiltfunction

Automatic curb monitor*

1. Set the mirror selection switch 1 to

the driver's door mirror position2. When shifting into Reverse or placingthe selector lever in position R, thepassenger-side mirror tilts down-ward to help the driver monitor thearea directly adjacent to the vehicleduring parking – curbs, etc.

How far the passenger mirror tiltscan be set individually for each

ignition key.<

You can deactivate this automatic fea-ture by setting the mirror selection

switch to the passenger side position.

The seat cushion and backrest can beheated with the ignition key inposition 2.

You can call up different heating modesby repeatedly pressing the button.

You can also switch the higher heatingmodes off directly:

Press the button and hold it slightlylonger.

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objects reflected in the mirror are closer



To adjust

Never attempt to adjust the steer-ing wheel while driving the vehicle

– it could respond with unexpectedmovement, posing a potential accident

hazard.<

1. Fold down the detent lever2. Adjust the steering column to obtain

the best reach and rake angles forthe current seat position

3. Fold the detent lever back up to

engage the lock.

To adjust exterior mirrors

1 Switch for 4-way adjustment

2 Selection switch for changingbetween mirrors

To adjust manually

You can also adjust the mirrors manu-ally:

Press against the edges of the lens.

For storing mirror settings, refer to Seatand mirror memory on page 48.

The mirror on the passenger'sside features a lens with a more

convex surface than the mirror installedon the driver's side. When estimatingthe distance between yourself andother traffic, bear in mind that the

jthan they appear. This means that esti-mations of the distance to following

traffic should not be regarded as pre-cise.<

Electric defrosting*

Both mirrors are automatically heatedwhen you turn the ignition key to posi-tion 2.


51Mirrors



Interior rearview mirror

To reduce glare from vehicles behindyou when you are driving at night, tiltthe mirror by turning the knob.

Vehicles not equipped with an alarmsystem:

Fold the small lever forward.

Interior rearview mirror withautomatic dimming feature*

This mirror automatically responds toglare by dimming through an infinitelyvariable range. It automatically revertsto its clear, undimmed mode wheneveryou select reverse.

To ensure that the mirror continues tooperate efficiently, ensure that the areaadjacent to the photocells remainsclean and unobstructed. One photocell

is integrated within the mirror's lens –see arrow – while the other is located atan offset position on the rear of the mir-ror. Refrain from attaching stickers orother objects to the windshield in thearea immediately behind the rearviewmirror.

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cult for a driver to ensure that children

Airbags



in the rear seat will remain properlypositioned at all times and not place

their heads on or near the side airbag.Therefore, we recommend that therear-seat side airbags, if installed in thevehicle, be deactivated if children willtravel in the rear seat.The rear side airbags may already havebeen deactivated, either at the time of

manufacture or by a BMW center.Labels in the door opening should indi-cate the status of your rear side air-bags. If you are uncertain of their sta-tus, or wish to have the airbagsactivated or deactivated, please con-tact your BMW center.<

Even when all these guidelines are fol-lowed, there is still a small residual riskof injuries to the face, hands and armsoccurring from airbag deployment inisolated instances.

The ignition and inflation noise may

induce a mild temporary hearing loss insensitive individuals.

Corresponding airbag warning labelsare found on both sun visors.

This is the right way a child should sit ina child restraint when rear side airbags– see arrow – are provided.

This is the right way a larger childshould sit wearing the safety belt whenrear side airbags – see arrow – are pro-vided.

Indicator lampThe indicator lamp indicates theoperational status of the airbagsystem with the ignition key in

position 1 or higher.

System operational:

>The indicator lamp comes on brieflywhen you turn the ignition key toposition 1 or higher.

System malfunction:

>The indicator lamp does not come onor

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> the indicator lamp lights up continu-l

Transporting children safely

Commercially available child-restraintt d i d t b d

Airbags



ously.

If there is a system malfunction, there is

a risk that the airbags will not be trig-gered within their normal responserange, even if the level of impact wouldnormally have triggered them.

Have your BMW center inspect the sys-tem immediately.

systems are designed to be securedwith a lap belt or with the lap belt por-

tion of a combination lap/shoulder belt.Improperly or inadequately installedrestraint systems can increase the riskof injury to children. Always read andfollow the instructions that come withthe system.

Child-restraint system withtether strap

If you use a child-restraint system witha tether strap, three additional tetheranchorage points have been provided –

refer to the arrows in the illustration.

To gain access to this anchor fitting liftthe plastic plug, see arrows, with thehelp of a screwdriver.


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Before installing any child-restraint de ice or child seat

should be secured in an appropriatefor ard facing child restraint s stem




Depending on the location selected forseating in the rear passenger area,attach the tether strap to the corre-sponding anchorage point to secure thechild-restraint system, as shown in the

illustration.If the respective seating position is fit-ted with a head restraint lift the headrestraint and pass the tether strapbetween the head restraint and the seatback.

It is recommended to readjust the headrestraint in the lowest possible position.

Adjust the tether strap according to thechild-restraint manufacturer's instruc-tions.

restraint device or child seat,please read the following:

Never install a rear-facing child-restraint system in the front passengerseat of this vehicle.Your vehicle is equipped with an airbagsupplemental restraint system for thefront passenger. Because the backreston any rear-facing child-restraint sys-tem – of the kind designed for infantsunder 1 year and 20 lbs/9 kg – wouldbe within the airbag's deploymentrange, you should never mount such adevice in the front passenger seat,since the impact of the airbag againstthe child-restraint's backrest could leadto serious or fatal injuries.If it is necessary for a child – not aninfant – to ride in the front seat, certainprecautions should be taken. First,move the passenger seat as far awayfrom the instrument panel as possible.This important precaution is intended tomaximize the distance between the air-bag and the child. Older childrenshould be tightly secured with a safetybelt after they have outgrown a boosterseat that is appropriate for their age,height, and weight. Younger children

forward-facing child-restraint systemthat has first been properly secured

with a safety belt.Never install a rear-facing child-restraint system in the front passengerseat.We strongly urge you to carefully readand comply with the instructions forinstallation and use provided by thechild-restraint's manufacturer wheneveryou use such a device. Do not attemptto modify child-restraint systems. If youdo this, the protection provided bythese systems could be impaired.Be sure that all occupants – off all ages– remain properly and securelyrestrained at all times.<

All rear seating positions in your vehiclemeet the recommendations ofSAEJ1819, an industry-recommendedpractice for securing child-restraint sys-tems in motor vehicles.

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The belt cannot be extracted further.Always observe the installation instruc




Securing child-restraint system

All of the rear belt retractors and thefront passenger's safety belt can belocked for mounting and securing child-restraint systems.

A label with the appropriate instructionsfor this is located in the immediatevicinity of the buckle latch of eachsafety belt.

To lock the safety belt

Extract the entire length of the belt fromthe inertia reel mechanism. Allow thereel to retract the belt somewhat andengage the buckle, then tighten the beltagainst the child-restraint system. Theretraction mechanism is now locked.

Always observe the installation instruc-tions provided by the manufacturer of

the child-restraint system.

To unlock the safety belt

Release the safety belt, remove thechild's seat and retract the safety beltto its end position on the belt retractor.

Child-restraint mounting system(LATCH)

LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tethers forCHildren

Canadian models only:The LATCH anchorage points are iden-tified by buttons.


57Transporting children safely



The left and right rear seats are bothequipped with a LATCH child-restraintmounting system.

The illustration is an example showingthe anchorages for a LATCH child seat

system on the right rear seat.

The anchorages for the LATCH childseat system are concealed behind plas-tic covers – see arrows – that reclosewhen the LATCH child seat is removed.

Always follow all manufacturer'sinstructions and observe all safety

precautions when installing the LATCHchild-restraint mounting system.<

Child safety locks

Slide down the safety lever on the reardoor:

The door can now be opened from theoutside only.

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son has a separate remote-control key,you can have your BMW center enter

> Indicates via an acoustic tone thatPDC has been activated refer to



How the system functions

No doubt you have often reflected onhow great it would be if you could per-manently configure your vehicle's vari-ous features and adjustments to mirror

your own personal preferences. In engi-neering your vehicle, BMW hasincluded a number of options for stor-ing personal adjustment data. Thesecan be programmed at your BMW cen-ter.

The available configuration data fall intotwo categories, according to whethertheir primary orientation is the vehicle –Vehicle Memory – or the individual –Key Memory. Provided that each per-

you can have your BMW center enterbasic adjustment data for up to fourindividuals in the system.

The system relies on a bilateral dataexchange to identify the individual userand executes the selected settingswhenever the remote control unit isused to disengage the locks.

Color-coded decals have been pro-

vided to help you distinguish the differ-ent keys with their individual settings.

What the system can do

You can learn about the entire array offeatures this system offers at your BMWcenter. Here are just a few examples:

Examples for Vehicle Memory:

>Various signals as acknowledgmentwhen locking or unlocking your vehi-cle, refer to pages 31, 33

>Activates/deactivates the "Follow mehome" function, refer to page 89

>Activates/deactivates daytime driv-ing lamps, refer to page 89

>Sets the units of measure for display-ing time, outside temperature, dis-tance traveled and fuel consumptionin the instrument cluster

PDC has been activated, refer topage 77

>Switches on rear window defrosterautomatically, refer to pages 94, 99

>After giving an ice warning, the dis-play returns to the previous setting,refer to page 75.

Examples for Key Memory:

>Locks the vehicle automatically after

starting off, refer to page 34>Unlocks the driver's door first, then

the vehicle's remaining locks, refer topage 34

>Opens the tailgate instead of the rearwindow with the remote control, referto page 32

>Automatically adjusts the driver'sseat to the personal programmedsettings when the vehicle isunlocked, refer to page 48

>Determines how far the passengermirror will tilt, refer to page 49.

You will see this symbol through-out the Owner's Manual. It is to

remind you at appropriate places of thesettings that are available to you.<


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Driving

Ignition lock

Vehicles with manual transmis-sion:

Starting the engine

Before starting

>Engage the parking brake



0 Steering locked

1 Steering unlocked

2 Ignition switched on

3 Starting the engine

Vehicles with automatic transmis-sion:

Do not move the selector lever fromposition P until the engine is running,ignition key position 2.Your vehicle is equipped with an inter-

lock. Therefore, the ignition key cannotbe turned to position 0 or removed untilthe selector lever is in position P.<

sion:Step on the clutch when starting thevehicle. A lockout prevents the enginefrom starting if the clutch is notdepressed.<

Steering locked

The key can only be inserted andremoved in this position.

After removing the key, turn the steer-ing wheel slightly to the left or right untilyou hear the lock engage.

If the key is not removed, an acousticsignal is sounded after the driver's doorhas been opened.

The sound system remains operationalfor approx. 20 minutes after you switchoff the ignition – ignition key in position0 or key removed. Simply switch it backon.

Steering unlocked

You will find that it is often easier to turnthe ignition key from position 0 to posi-tion 1 when you move the steeringwheel slightly to help disengage thelock.

Individual electrical accessories areready for operation.

>Engage the parking brake>Ensure that the gearshift lever is in

neutral, or, with an automatic trans-mission, that the selector lever is inPark

>Depress the clutch pedal.

Do not allow the engine to run inenclosed spaces. Otherwise,

breathing the exhaust fumes can leadto unconsciousness and death. Theexhaust gases contain carbon monox-ide, an odorless and colorless, buthighly toxic gas. Do not leave the vehi-cle unattended with the engine running.An unattended vehicle with a running

engine represents a safety hazard.<

When driving, standing at idle,and parking the vehicle, take care

to avoid contact between the hotexhaust system and flammable materi-als – grass, hay, leaves, etc. Such con-

tact could lead to a fire, resulting inserious personal injury and propertydamage.<

>Start the engine. Do not press theaccelerator pedal.

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Do not actuate the starter for tooshort a time, but do not actuate it

To prevent the battery from discharg-ing, always switch off electrical devices

Starting the engine



,for more than approx. 20 seconds.Release the ignition key immediatelywhen the engine starts.Do not allow the engine to warm up byleaving it running while the vehicleremains stationary. Instead, drive offimmediately at a moderate enginespeed.<

If the engine does not start on the firstattempt – if it is very hot or cold, forinstance:

>Press the accelerator pedal halfwaydown while engaging the starter.

Cold starts at extremely cold tempera-

tures below approx. +57 / –156 athigh altitude over 3,300 ft/1,000 m:

>On the first start attempt, it may benecessary to engage the starter for alonger period, but no longer than20 seconds

>Press the accelerator pedal halfway

down while engaging the starter.

The engine's idle speed is controlled bythe engine-management system. A highidle after starting is normal and shoulddecrease as the engine warms up. If theidle speed does not decrease, serviceis required.

g, ywhich are not in use and the ignitionwhen the vehicle is not being driven.

Extended starting attempts, char-acterized by excessively frequent

or long periods with the starterengaged, can damage the catalyticconverter.<


61Switching off the engine

Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.

Parking brake



You should never remove the igni-tion key when the vehicle is in

motion, as the steering lock couldengage.When you leave the vehicle, alwaysremove the ignition key and engage thesteering lock.Vehicles with manual transmission:Always engage the parking brake whenparking on slopes and inclined sur-faces. Placing the lever in gear may notprovide adequate resistance to rolling.Vehicles with automatic transmission:Place the selector lever in Park.<

The parking brake is primarily designedto prevent the vehicle from rolling whileparked. It operates on the rear wheels.

To engage

The detent engages automatically, andthe indicator lamp in the instrumentcluster comes on when the ignition keyis in position 2, refer to page 18.

To release

Pull up slightly on the lever, press thebutton – see arrow – and lower thelever.

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If exceptional circumstancesmake it necessary to engage the

Manual transmissionParking brake



parking brake while the vehicle is inmotion, do not pull it with excessivepressure. Keep your thumb pressedagainst the release button while care-fully pulling the lever up.Excessive pressure can lead to over-braking and loss of traction – fishtailing– at the rear.The brake lamps do not come on whenthe parking brake is engaged.Vehicles with manual transmission:Always engage the parking brake whenparking on slopes and inclined sur-faces. Placing the lever in gear may notprovide adequate resistance to rolling.Vehicles with automatic transmission:Place the selector lever in Park.<

To avoid corrosion and one-sidedbraking, apply the parking brake

lightly from time to time when coastingto a standstill – at a traffic signal, forinstance – provided that it is safe to do

so.<

Do not hold the vehicle in place onslopes by slipping or "riding" the

clutch. Use the parking brake instead.Riding the clutch leads to severe andpremature clutch wear.<

Reverse

Select only when the vehicle is station-ary. Press the shift lever to the left toovercome the slight resistance.

As you do this, the backup lamps willlight up automatically when the ignitionkey is in position 2.


63Automatic transmission with Steptronic*

You can drive as with a normal auto-matic transmission. In addition, you can

While the vehicle is stationary andbefore shifting out of Park or Neu-

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also shift manually.

When you move the selector lever fromthe D position to the left into the M/Srange, the performance-oriented shiftprograms of the automatic transmissionare engaged. Steptronic enters themanual selection mode and executesthe desired shift whenever you tap the

selector lever in the direction indicatedby + or –. Whenever you want to usethe automatic mode again, just movethe selector lever toward the right toposition D. Under normal operatingconditions, fuel consumption is lowestwhen driving in position D.

Selector lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Starting the engine

The engine can only be started in selec-tor lever positions P – for Park – or N –for Neutral.

Range selection

A detent prevents inadvertent shifts tothe Reverse or Park selector lever posi-

tions. To disengage the detent, pressthe button on the front side ofthe selector lever button – see arrow.

tral, depress the footbrake in order todisengage the selector lever's lockmechanism – Shiftlock.Hold the footbrake down until startingoff. The vehicle will otherwise "creep"when a drive position is engaged.<

To prevent the vehicle from start-ing off on its own, always move

the selector lever to position P andengage the parking brake before leav-ing your vehicle with the engine run-ning.Do not leave the vehicle unattendedwith the engine running. An unattendedvehicle with a running engine repre-sents a safety hazard.<

P Park

Select only when the vehicle is station-ary. Transmission locks to prevent rearwheels from turning.

R Reverse

Select only when the vehicle is station-ary.

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N Neutral

Select only when stopping for an

The Adaptive Transmission Control(ATC) executes upshifts and downshifts

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D Drive – automatic shift program

This position is designed for drivingunder all normal operating conditions.All forward gears are available.

Kickdown

In the kickdown mode, you achievemaximum acceleration and top speedin position D.

Depress the accelerator pedal past theincreased resistance point at the full-throttle position.

M/S manual operation and SportProgram

Move the selector lever from D to M/Sto activate the Sport Program; SDappears in the display panel. The M/S

mode is recommended for perfor-mance-oriented driving.

Once in the M/S mode you can tap theselector lever to switch the automatictransmission from the Sport Program toits manual selection mode.

This mode allows you to executeupshifts manually by tapping the levertoward +, while downshifts are selectedby tapping in the "–" direction. The dis-plays M1 through M5 appear in the dis-play panel to indicate your current gearselection.

only when the new gear will provide asuitable combination of engine androad speed, i.e., ATC will not executedownshifts if the engine speed is toohigh. The desired, then the actual gear,briefly appear in the instrument cluster.

To accelerate quickly in the man-ual mode for maneuvers such as

passing another vehicle, shift downmanually or employ the kickdownmode.<

Shifting from M/S to the selector leverpositions P, R and N is possible only bygoing through D.


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Available displays

P R N D SD M1 M2 M3 M4 M5

Electronic transmission controlmodule

If the indicator lamp comes on,there is a malfunction in thetransmission system.

Bring the vehicle to a stop. Move thetransmission selector lever to P. Set theparking brake and turn the engine off –

ignition key to position 0.Wait a few seconds, then start theengine.

If the indicator lamp goes out after afew seconds, normal transmission per-formance has been restored. You maycontinue to drive as usual.

positions. However, the vehicle will nowonly operate in 3rd and 4th gear.

If this happens, avoid extreme engineloads and consult the nearest autho-rized BMW center.

Never work in the engine com-partment when a drive gear –

forward or reverse – is engaged. If youdo this, the vehicle could move.<

For towing or jump-starting, refer to theinformation beginning on page 147.

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1 High beams – blue indicator lamp

2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicatorlamp

3 Turn signal indicator – green indicatorlamps accompanied by a periodic

clicking sound from the relay

To signal briefly

Press the lever up to but not beyondthe detent. It then returns to the centerposition when released.

If the flashing of the turn signalindicators and the clicking from

the relay are both faster than normal,one of the turn signal indicators hasfailed.<


67Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor*

Rain sensor*

The rain sensor is located on the wind-

Fast wiper speed

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0 Wipers retracted

1 Intermittent mode or rain sensor

2 Normal wiper speed

3 Fast wiper speed

4 Brief wipe5 Rotary dial for control of the wipe

interval or the sensitivity of the rainsensor

Intermittent mode

Not on vehicles with rain sensor.

You can set the wipe interval at fourstages with rotary dial 5.

In addition, the wipe interval is variedautomatically depending on roadspeed.

shield directly behind the rearview mir-

ror.To activate the rain sensor:

>With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher, move the lever to position 1.The wipers will make at least onesweep across the windshield.You can leave the lever in position 1

at all times. With the ignition key inposition 1 or higher, all you then needto do to activate the rain sensor is

>briefly turn the rotary dial 5, or>clean the windshield 1, refer to

page 68.

To adjust the sensitivity of the rain sen-sor: turn rotary dial 5.

To switch off the rain sensor: returnlever to position 0.

Turn the rain sensor off in auto-matic car washes. Failure to do so

could result in damage caused byundesired wiper activation.<

Normal wiper speed

When the vehicle is stationary, the wip-ers switch automatically to intermittentwipe – not on vehicles with rain sensor.

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The system sprays washer fluid againstthe windshield and activates the wipersfor a brief period When the vehicle's

Windshield washer nozzles

The windshield washer nozzles areh t d t ti ll * h th i iti

Washer/wiper system/Rain sensor*



To clean windshield andheadlamps*

0 Wipers retracted

1 Clean the windshield and headlamps

2 Rear window wiper intermittent mode3 Clean the rear window

Do not use the washers if there isany danger that the fluid will

freeze on the windshield, as your visioncould be obscured. Always use a wind-

shield washer antifreeze in coldweather. Refer to page 126.Do not use the washers when the reser-voir is empty. This could cause damageto the washer pump.<

for a brief period. When the vehicle slighting system is switched on, the

headlamps will also be cleaned at rea-sonable intervals.

Rear window wiper

Rear window wiper in intermittentmode. When reverse gear is engaged,

continuous operation is switched onautomatically.

You can also program the interval:

>Briefly move the wiper lever fromposition 0 to position 2

>The period that elapses until the wip-ers again start to move – from

position 0 to 2 – is the programmedinterval for intermittent operation –max. 30 seconds.

Clean the rear window

The system sprays washer fluid onto

the rear window.To change the wiper blades refer topage 136.

heated automatically* when the ignition

key is in position 2.


69Cruise control*

You can store and automatically main-tain any desired vehicle speed aboveapprox. 20 mph / 30 km/h.

The speed stored in memory is deleted.

To store and maintain speed or to

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approx. 20 mph / 30 km/h.

The cruise control is available wheneverthe engine is running and the systemhas been activated.

To activate the system

With the ignition key in position 2:Press the button. The indicator lamp inthe instrument cluster comes on, referto page 20. You can now use the cruisecontrol.

Do not use cruise control on twist-

ing roads, when high traffic den-sity prevents driving at a constantspeed, or when the road surface is slick– snow, rain, ice – or loose – rocks orgravel, sand.<

To deactivate the system

Press the button as often as neededuntil the indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster goes out.

Cruise control is also deactivated when

the ignition key is in position 0.

To store and maintain speed or toaccelerate

Press button + briefly:

The system maintains and stores thecurrent vehicle speed. Every time youtap the button, the speed increases by

approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h.Press and hold button +:

The vehicle accelerates without pres-sure on the accelerator pedal. Whenyou release the button, the systemmaintains and stores the current speed.

If on a downhill gradient theengine braking effect is not suffi-

cient, the controlled speed can beexceeded. Speed can drop on uphillgrades if the engine output is insuffi-cient.<

Press button – briefly:If you are already driving with activecruise control, the speed is decreasedby approx. 0.6 mph / 1 km/h every timeyou tap the button.

Press and hold button –:

With the cruise control active, the sys-tem automatically reduces the throttleopening to slow the vehicle. When yourelease the button, the system main-tains and stores the current speed.

To interrupt the cruise control

When the system is activated, press thebutton. The indicator lamp stays on.You can use the cruise control againwhenever you want by calling up thespeed that was stored last.

In addition, cruise control is interruptedautomatically:

>When the brakes are applied>When you apply pressure to the

clutch pedal, or when you move theautomatic transmission selector leverfrom D to N

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> If you exceed or fall below the presetspeed for an extended period – bydepressing the accelerator, for exam-

Cruise control*



p g ,ple.

To recall the stored setting

Press button:

The vehicle accelerates to and main-

tains the last speed stored.


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1 Odometer

2 Trip odometer

Odometer

You can activate the displays shown in

the illustration with the ignition key inposition 0 by pressing the left button inthe instrument cluster – see arrow.

Trip odometer

To reset the trip odometer to zero,

press the left button with the ignitionkey in position 1 or higher – see arrow.

Never allow the engine to operate withthe needle in the red overspeed zone ofthe gauge – see arrow.

To protect the engine, the fuel supply isinterrupted when you approach this

sector.

Indicates the current fuel consumptionin mpg – in liters/100 km on Canadianmodels. You can check your currentdriving style to see whether it is condu-cive to economy and minimum exhaust

emissions.When the vehicle is stationary, the dis-play goes to Maximum – zero on Cana-dian models.

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Between the blue and red zones

Normal operating temperature. Theneedle may rise as far as the edge of



Once the indicator lamp stays on con-tinuously, there are still approx.2 gallons/8 liters of fuel in the fuel tank.

Fuel tank capacity approx. 16.6gallons/63 liters

Certain operating conditions, such asthose encountered in mountainousareas, may cause the needle to fluctu-ate slightly.

Fill the fuel tank before it is com-pletely empty. Driving to the last

drop of fuel can prevent the enginefrom operating properly and result indamage.<

When you switch on the ignition, theindicator lamp lights up briefly as anoperation check.

Blue

The engine is still cold. Drive at moder-ate engine and vehicle speeds.

Red

When you switch on the ignition, thewarning lamp comes on briefly to con-firm that the system is operational.

If the lamp comes on during normalvehicle operation: the engine has over-heated. Switch off the engine immedi-ately and allow it to cool down.

To check coolant level, refer topage 128.

needle may rise as far as the edge of

the red sector in normal operation.


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A flashing message and a "–" in front ofthe number mean that the service inter-val has already been exceeded by the

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Remaining distance to service

The displays shown in the illustrationappear for a few seconds when theignition key is in position 1 or higher orafter the engine is started.

The next service due appears with themessage OIL SERVICE orINSPECTION, together with the dis-tance remaining in miles – in kilometersin Canada – before the next scheduledservice.

The computer bases its calculations ofthe remaining distance on the preced-ing driving style.

distance shown on the display. Please

contact your BMW center for anappointment.

The following information and/or condi-tions are indicated using symbols, withthe ignition key in position 2 or higher,until the condition has been corrected.

1 Check the low beams and high

beams, as well as the parking lamps2 Door open

3 Tailgate open

4 Check brake and tail lamps

When you open the driver's door afterparking, a signal sounds to remind you

if the headlamps have not beenswitched off.

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If you wish to have a permanent timedisplay, you can make this setting in theradio display, refer to the Owner's Man-

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In ignition key position 0: the time isdisplayed for a few seconds after youpress the left button, refer to Odometer

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ual for Radio.

You can set the clock and the time dis-play in the car radio as follows.

To adjust

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher and the time displayed in theinstrument cluster.

To set ahead: turn the right button to

the right.

To set back: turn the right button to theleft.

The adjustment speed will increase thelonger you continue to hold the rightbutton.

To change the display mode: press theright button briefly.

Every time you press the button, theclock display alternates between the12-hour or 24-hour mode.

on page 71.


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After giving an ice warning, thedisplay returns to the previous

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With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher, you can call up information fromthe computer using the button in theturn signal lever. By pressing the button

briefly toward the steering column, youcan call up a new function for display.

The displays appear in the followingorder:

Time of day, outside temperature, aver-age fuel consumption, cruising range,average vehicle speed.

With the ignition key in position 1 orhigher, the last active setting is dis-played.

Outside temperature

You can change the units of measure6 / 7 for the outside temperature dis-play by pressing the right-hand resetbutton in the instrument cluster while

the temperature display is active. Theunits of measure6 / 7 in the tempera-ture display of the automatic climatecontrol change automatically, refer topage 96.

Ice warning

If the outside temperature drops toabout 37.57 /+36, then the computerwill automatically switch to a display ofthe outside temperature. In addition, asignal sounds as a warning and the dis-play flashes for a brief period.

The ice warning does not alter thefact that surface ice can form at

temperatures above 37.57 /+36, onbridges or shaded road surfaces, forinstance.<

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It is important that you refuel whenthe cruising range falls below

approx. 35 miles/50 kilometers. Other-wise the engine cannot be guaranteed

Computer*



Average fuel consumption

If you continue to hold the button on theturn signal lever, the average fuel con-sumption last displayed is recalculatedfrom that point in time.

If you wish, you can have the aver-age fuel consumption displayed in

a different unit of measure.<

Range

The computer bases its calculations for

the cruising range on operating condi-tions in the preceding period and on theremaining fuel in the tank.

wise, the engine cannot be guaranteed

to operate properly and damage mayresult.<

Average speed

If you continue to hold the button on theturn signal lever, the average speed lastdisplayed is recalculated from thatpoint in time.

Any time spent when the vehicle is sta-tionary and the engine is switched off isignored for the calculation.




78 Automatic Stability Control plus Traction (ASC+T)*

The concept

ASC+T optimizes vehicle stability andtraction, especially when just starting

ff h l ti h i

You can still drive the vehicle perfectlywell without ASC+T.

In the event of a fault, please consultyour BMW center



off, when accelerating or when goingthrough curves.

ASC+T is ready each time you start theengine.

ASC+T incorporates the Automatic Dif-ferential Brake (ADB) and CorneringBrake Control (CBC) functions.

Additional information on ASC+T isfound in the "Technology" brochure.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster goes out shortly

after you switch on the ignition,refer to pages 18, 19, 20.

>The indicator lamp flashes: ASC+Tcontrols the drive and braking forces

>The indicator lamp stays lit: ASC+Thas been switched off with the but-ton; ADB is operational. ADB control

intervention is not indicated.The indicator and the brakewarning lamps will remain oncontinuously yellow:

The ASC+T and ADB have beenswitched off manually or there is

a system malfunction.

your BMW center.

Indicator and warning lamp forCanadian models.

Switching off the ASC+T/activating the ADB

Press the ASC button briefly; the indi-cator lamp comes on and stays on.

ASC+T has been switched off; ADB is

operational.

In the following rare situations, it maybe effective to activate the ADB for abrief period:

>When rocking the vehicle or startingoff in deep snow or on loose surfaces

>When driving with snow chains.

To maintain vehicle stability,always drive with the ASC+T acti-

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Deactivating the ASC+T and ADB

Press the ASC button for at least 3 sec-onds; the indicator lamps and the yel-low brake warning lamp come on and

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low brake warning lamp come on andstay on.

The systems for enhancing stability andtraction are deactivated, and there is noactive braking intervention or torquecontrol.

To maintain vehicle stability,always drive with the ASC+T acti-


Reactivating the ASC+T

Press the button again briefly; the indi-cator lamp or the indicator lamps will go

out. ADB is deactivated.

The laws of physics cannot berepealed, even with ASC+T. It will

always be the driver's responsibility todrive in a manner that matches roadconditions. This is why you should not

use the additional safety margin thesystem provides as an excuse to takerisks.<

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The concept

DSC maintains vehicle stability, even incritical driving situations.

The vehicle will remain completelyoperational, however, without DSC. Inthe event of a fault, please consult yourBMW center.



DSC is operational every time you startthe engine.

DSC incorporates the Dynamic TractionControl (DTC) and Cornering BrakeControl (CBC) functions.

Additional information on DSC is foundin the "Technology" brochure.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster goes out shortlyafter you switch on the ignition,

refer to page 19.

>The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con-trols the drive and braking forces

>The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC hasbeen switched off with the button;DTC and DBC are operational. DTCcontrol intervention is not indicated.

The indicator and the brake

warning lamps will remain oncontinuously yellow:

The DSC, DTC and DBC havebeen switched off manually or

there is a system malfunction.

Indicator and warning lamp forCanadian models.

Deactivating the DSC/activatingthe DTC

Press the DSC button briefly, the indi-cator lamp comes on and remains lit.

DSC is deactivated; DTC is operational.

In the following rare situations, it mayprove useful to activate the DTC for abrief period:


>When driving on snow-covered

grades, in deep snow, or on a snow-covered surface that has beenpacked down from being driven on


Traction is increased by deactivatingthe control systems that enhance trac-tion under normal conditions.


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Deactivating the DSC and theDTC

Hold the DSC button down for at least

The laws of physics cannot berepealed, even with DSC. It will

always be the driver's responsibility todrive in a manner that matches road

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3 seconds. The indicator and the yellowbrake warning lamps will remain oncontinuously.

The systems for enhancing stability andtraction are deactivated, and there is noactive braking intervention or torquecontrol.

To maintain vehicle stability,always drive with the DSC acti-


Reactivating the DSC

Press the button again briefly; the indi-

cator lamp or the indicator lamps will goout. DTC is deactivated.

conditions. This is why you should notuse the additional safety margin thesystem provides as an excuse to takerisks.Whenever the DTC is activated, theDSC is switched off and performs minorstabilizing intervention.

Do not make any modifications to theDSC system. Allow only authorizedtechnicians to perform service proce-dures on the DSC.<

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The concept

DSC maintains vehicle stability, even incritical driving situations.

The vehicle will remain completelyoperational, however, without DSC. Inthe event of a fault, please consult yourBMW center.



DSC is operational every time you startthe engine.

DSC incorporates the Automatic Differ-ential Brake (ADB-X) and CorneringBrake Control (CBC) functions.

Additional information on DSC is foundin the "Technology" brochure.

Indicator lamp

The indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster goes out shortlyafter you switch on the ignition,

refer to page 19.

>The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con-trols the drive and braking forces

>The indicator lamp stays lit: DSC hasbeen switched off with the button;ADB-X is operational. ADB-X controlintervention is not indicated.

If the indicator lamp fails to go outwhen you press the DSC button

again, this indicates a malfunction inthe DSC and ADB-X systems; the sta-bility enhancement functions are nolonger available.<

To deactivate DSC

Press the DSC button; the indicatorlamp comes on and remains lit.

DSC is switched off, and ADB-X revertsto its maximum torque-transfer mode.

In the following rare situations, it maybe effective to deactivate the DSC for abrief period:



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Reactivating the DSC

Press the button again; the indicatorlamp goes out.

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The laws of physics cannot berepealed, even with DSC. It will

always be the driver's responsibility todrive in a manner that matches roadconditions. This is why you should notuse the additional safety margin thesystem provides as an excuse to takerisks.The system does not intervene toenhance vehicle stability whenswitched off.Do not make any modifications to theDSC system. Allow only authorizedtechnicians to perform service proce-dures on the DSC.<

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The concept

By reducing the vehicle's speed onsteep downhill stretches, HDC main-tains predictable vehicle handling

To use HDC

With manual transmission:

You should always ensure that either



p gresponse to provide you with control ofyour BMW during extreme descents.

The vehicle slows to a pace just slightlyfaster than walking speed.

HDC is available for activation at vehi-cle speeds below approx. 22 mph /

35 km/h. When driving down steephills, the vehicle reduces speed auto-matically down to about double walkingspeed – approx. 7.5 mph / 12 km/h –and then maintains this speed at a con-stant.

You can use the accelerator or brakes

to vary this speed within a range fromapprox. 3 mph / 5 km/h to approx.15 mph / 25 km/h.

In conjunction with the multifunctionsteering wheel you can use the +/–button to set the cruise control to a tar-get speed in the range from approx.3 mph / 5 km/h to approx. 15 mph /25 km/h.

HDC is automatically deactivated oncevehicle speed again exceeds approx.37 mph / 60 km/h.

To activate the system

Press the HDC button; the green indi-cator lamp integrated within the buttoncomes on.

The indicator lamp flashes whenever

the system is actively intervening tocontrol your speed with automaticbrake applications.

To deactivate the system

Press the button again, the indicatorlamp goes out.

HDC is automatically deactivated oncethe vehicle accelerates to more than37 mph / 60 km/h, as well as wheneveryou switch off the ignition.

reverse or first gear is engaged beforeusing HDC, as the engine's brakingeffect is most pronounced in thesegears, and only reduced engine brakingis available in higher gears.

With automatic transmission: HDC isavailable for use in all ranges.

System malfunctions

Signaled by the indicator lamp, whichresponds to problems by going outwhile HDC is in operation or by failingto come on when you activate the sys-tem:

HDC is temporarily not available ifbrake temperature is too high.

If the DSC indicator lamp comeson at the same time:

There is a fault in the HDC andDSC systems. Have your BMW center

inspect this system as soon as possi-ble.


85Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)*

The concept

TPM monitors the tire pressures at allfour tires while the vehicle is moving.The system provides an alert whenever

4. After a few minutes' driving time, theTPM adopts the current pressure lev-els as the reference, and from thatpoint on, can detect and report a flat

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the inflation pressure drops significantlybelow the specified pressure in one ormore tires.

This indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster informs you whenthe tire pressure deviates from

the target values.

Initializing the system

Initializing is necessary to familiarize thesystem with the correct inflation pres-sures.

Repeat this process after tire replace-

ment, tire rotation or any changes in tireinflation pressure.

1. Check the tire inflation pressures inall the tires, comparing them with theinflation pressure chart on page 25 and adjusting their pressure if neces-sary.

2. Turn ignition key to position 2 – donot start the engine

3. Press the button long enough for theyellow indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster to light up for a few sec-onds

tire.

In the event of loss in inflationpressure

If the inflation pressure has droppedsignificantly over a long period of time,which is normal for any tire, the yellowindicator lamp will come on.

This alerts you to have the tires inflatedto the specified pressures as soon aspossible.

If you are prompted to check the

tire pressure shortly after a cor-rection has been made, this indicatesthat the corrected values were notaccurate. Please check the inflationpressure again and make correctionsaccording to the inflation pressuretable. Then reinitialize the system.<

Flat tire

If there is a tire failure with loss of pres-sure, the indicator lamp comes on witha red lamp. This visual alert is accom-panied by an acoustic warning signal.

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If this occurs, reduce vehicle speedimmediately and stop the vehicle in asafe location. Avoid hard brake applica-tions. Do not oversteer. Replace the

The yellow indicator lamp will come onduring the malfunction.

The indicator lamp also comes on

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Flat Tire Monitor*

The concept

As you drive, the Flat Tire Monitorkeeps track of pressure levels in all fourtires in order to detect and warn of any

Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)*



defective tire, refer to page 141.

The space-saver spare tire is pro-vided for temporary use only in the

case of a tire failure. It does not haveTPM electronics and is not monitored.The spare tire that has the same dimen-

sions as the tires already mounted onthe vehicle is equipped with the neces-sary TPM electronics and will be alsomonitored once the tires have beenmounted and the system initialized.<

The TPM cannot alert you to

severe and sudden tire damagecaused by external factors.<

Have the tires changed by yourBMW center.

Your BMW center has the informationneeded for working with TPM and is

equipped with the necessary specialtools.<

System interference

Local devices using the same radio fre-quency can interfere with TPM.

in the event of a system fault> if a wheel is mounted without theappropriate electronics

> if, in addition to the spare tire, addi-tional wheels with TPM electronicsare on board.

Please refer the problem to your BMW

center.

substantial pressure loss.

The system actually detects pressureloss by monitoring differences in therelative speeds of the four wheels. Itinterprets variations outside specifiedlimits as severe pressure loss, and then

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Initializing the system

Initializing is necessary to familiarize thesystem with the correct inflation pres-sure.

Repeat this process after any changes

in tire inflation pressure, tire rotation orreplacement. Do not carry out furthersystem initialization after adjusting theinflation pressure and letting the system"learn" the correct pressures.

1. Check the tire inflation pressures inall the tires, comparing them with the

inflation pressure chart on page 25 and adjusting their pressure if neces-sary

2. Turn the ignition key to position 2

by itself4. After a few minutes' driving time, the

Flat Tire Monitor adopts the currentpressure levels as the reference, andfrom that point on, can detect andreport a flat tire.

To activate/deactivate the system

The Flat Tire Monitor automaticallyassumes operation whenever you turnthe ignition key to position 2.

To deactivate the system: press the

button. The yellow indicator lampcomes on.

To activate the system: press the but-ton again. The indicator lamp goes out.

You should deactivate the systembefore driving with snow chains, as thechains can generate spurious warningsand/or prevent the system from detect-ing actual pressure loss.

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Flat tire

The red warning lamp in theinstrument cluster lights up towarn of pressure loss and tire

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Check tire inflation pressures on aregular basis, correcting them as

necessary, refer to page 25.The system may respond to operation

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Flat Tire Monitor*



failure. This visual alert is accompaniedby an acoustic warning signal. Reduceyour speed immediately, and steer andbrake gently as you bring the vehicle toa stop.

To reset the warning lamp: after replac-

ing the flat tire you will need to reset thered warning lamp manually. Maintainpressure on the Flat Tire Monitor buttonuntil the warning lamp goes out. Thenreinitialize the system.

The Flat Tire Monitor cannot pro-

vide you with advance warning ofsudden and severe tire damage causedby external factors.The system also does not detect thegradual and minor loss of pressure thatall tires display over extended periodsof time.<

on slippery or snow-covered road sur-faces with false warnings or delays indetecting actual pressure loss.Performance-oriented driving – slip atthe drive wheels, high rates of lateralacceleration – can also increase thetime that the Flat Tire Monitor requires

to detect a flat tire.<

System malfunctions

The yellow indicator lamp in the instru-ment cluster lights up and remains onuntil the problem is corrected.

Please refer the problem to your BMWcenter.


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Lamps

Parking lamps/Low beams

Follow me home lamps

When you activate the headlampflasher after parking the vehicle with thelamps turned off, the low-beam head-lamps will come on for a short time

Automatic headlight control*

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The front, rear and side vehiclelighting is switched on. You canuse the parking lamps to signal

the position of the vehicle when it is

parked. For lighting on one side forparking as an additional feature, refer topage 90.

Low beams

When the ignition is switched offwhile the low beams are on, the

headlamps go out and only theparking lamps remain on.

lamps will come on for a short time.

You can also have this functiondeactivated.<

LIGHTS ON warning

When you open the driver's door, afterhaving turned the ignition key to posi-tion 0, you will hear an acoustic signalfor a few seconds to remind you thatthe lamps have not been switched off.

Daytime driving lamps*

If you desire, the lamp switch can beleft in the second position: when theignition is switched off, the externallighting is also switched off.

You can have the activation set-tings for the daytime driving lamps

programmed on your vehicle.<

low beams in response to changes inambient light – in tunnels, at dusk, etc. –and in the event of rain and snow.

The vehicle's external lightsremain on constantly when you

switch on the front fog lamps after the

headlights have come on automati-cally.<

Automatic headlight control can-not serve as a substitute for the

driver's judgement in determining whenthe vehicle lights should be switched

on. For example, the sensors are notable to detect fog. To avoid safety risks,you should respond to these kinds oflow-visibility situations by switching theheadlights on manually.<

You can have the sensitivity of

your vehicle's automatic head-light control adjusted.<

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Turn the rotary dial to adjust the illumi-nation intensity.

1 High beams – blue indicator lamp

2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicatorlamp

3 Standing lamps

Standing lamps, left or rightAs an additional feature, you can illumi-nate your vehicle on either side forparking:

In ignition key position 0, engage thelever in the appropriate turn-signalposition.


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Rear reading lamps

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The green indicator lamp in theinstrument cluster lights up toindicate that the front fog lamps

are on.

If the automatic headlight controlis on, the low beams will come on

automatically whenever you activatethe front fog lamps.<

The interior lamps operate automati-cally.

To switch the interior lamps onand off manually

Press button 1 briefly:If you want the interior lamps to remainoff all the times, press and hold the but-ton for approx. 3 seconds.

Press the button briefly to revert to nor-mal operation.

Front reading lamps*

Switch on and off with the button 2adjacent to each lamp.

In order to prevent battery dis-charge, all of the lamps in the

vehicle are automatically switched offapprox. 15 minutes after you turn theignition key to position 0.<

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Controlling the climate for pleasant driving

Air conditioning




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1 Air onto the windshield and the sidewindows

2 Air for the upper body area 95

3 Air to the footwell

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5 Temperature 94

6 Air distribution 94

7 Rear window defroster 94

8 Air conditioning 94

9 Outside air/Recirculated-airmode 94

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Air supply/Blower

You can select blower speedsfrom 1 to 4. The heating andventilation become more and

more effective as the air sup-

Rear window defroster

When the rear window defrosteris activated, the indicator lamp

comes on. The rear window defroster

switches off automatically.

Outside air/Recirculated-air mode

You can respond to unpleasantexternal odors by temporarily

excluding the supply of outside air. The

system then recirculates the air cur-

Air conditioning



pply settings are increased. In position 0,the blower and the heater are switchedoff. The outside air supply is blocked inposition 0.

Temperature

In order to increase the tem-perature of the passengercompartment, turn to theright, red. The temperature of

the incoming air is kept constant.

Air distributionYou can direct air to flow ontothe windows , toward yourupper body or into thefootwell . All intermediate

settings are possible. In the setting ,there is a low flow of air onto the win-

dows to keep them free of condensa-tion.

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You can have your vehicle pro-grammed in such a way that the

rear window defroster switches onautomatically. This occurs within 5 min-utes after starting the engine when out-

side temperatures are below approx.397 /+46.<

Air conditioning

The air is cooled and dehumidi-fied and – depending on the

temperature setting – rewarmed.Depending on the weather, the wind-shield may fog over briefly when theengine is started. Switching on the airconditioning will reduce condensationforming on the windows.

Condensation forms during opera-tion of the air conditioning system,

which then exits under the vehicle. It isthus not unusual for a small puddle toform under the car while the system isrunning.<

yrently within the vehicle.

If the windows should fog over inthe recirculated-air mode, switch

this mode off and increase the air sup-ply as required.<


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Microfilter

The built-in microfilter removes dustand pollen from the incoming air. YourBMW center will replace it during regu-

larly scheduled maintenance. A sub-

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Draft-free ventilation

You can adjust the blower controls forthe upper body area to obtain the opti-mum airflow rates and directions foryour personal requirements:

1 Rotary dials for infinitely variableopening and closing of the vent out-lets

2 Selector levers for airflow direction

3 Rotary dial allows you to control thetemperature of the airflow from theseoutlets as desired

ystantial reduction in airflow indicatesthat the filter needs to be replacedbefore scheduled maintenance.

To defrost windows and removecondensation

1 Set the blower speed control for theair supply to position 4

2 Turn the rotary temperature control

completely to the right – red3 Rotary control for air distribution to

position

4 Switch on the rear window defrosterto defrost the rear window.

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1 Air onto the windshield and the sidewindows

2 Air for the upper body area 99

3 Air to the footwell 99

4 Outside air/Automatic recirculated-

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5 Air supply/Blower 98

6 Temperature 98

7 Automatic air distribution 98

8 Individual air distribution 98

9 Interior temperature sensor – pleasekeep clear and unobstructed

10 Temperature display 98,air supply 98

11 To defrost windows and removecondensation 98

12 Air conditioning 98

13 Rear window defroster 99

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Outside air/Automaticrecirculated-air control (AUC)/Recirculated air

You can respond to unpleasantexternal odors or pollutants by

t il t i th fl f t id

If the windows should fog over inthe recirculated-air mode, switch

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temporarily stopping the flow of outsideair. The system then recirculates the aircurrently within the vehicle.

Press the button repeatedly to selectone of three different operating modes.

> Indicator lamps off: outside air supplyis on

>Left indicator lamp on – AUC mode:the system recognizes pollutants inthe outside air and blocks the flow ofair when necessary. The system thenrecirculates the air currently within

the vehicle. Depending on the airquality, the automatic system thenswitches back and forth betweenoutside air supply and recirculation ofthe air within the vehicle

>Right indicator lamp on: the flow ofexternal air into the vehicle is perma-

nently blocked. The system thenrecirculates the air currently withinthe vehicle.


When the rear window defrosteris activated, the indicator lamp

comes on. The rear window defrosterswitches off automatically.

You can have your vehicle pro-grammed in such a way that the

rear window defroster switches onautomatically. This occurs within 5 min-utes after starting the engine when out-side temperatures are below approx.397 /+46.<

Draft-free ventilation

You can adjust the blower controls forthe upper body area to obtain the opti-mum airflow rates and directions foryour personal requirements:

1 Rotary dials for infinitely variableopening and closing of the vent out-lets

2 Selector levers for airflow direction

3 Rotary dial allows you to control thetemperature of the airflow from theseoutlets as desired

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Microfilter/activated-charcoalfilter

The built-in microfilter removes dustand pollen from the incoming air. The

activated-charcoal filter provides addi-tional protection by filtering gaseous




tional protection by filtering gaseouspollutants from the outside air. YourBMW center replaces this combined fil-ter as a standard part of your scheduledmaintenance. A substantial reduction inairflow indicates that the filter needs to

be replaced before scheduled mainte-nance.


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Interior conveniences

Premium sound system* Glove compartment

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Harman Kardon premium soundsystem

Press the button to activate and deacti-vate the acoustic enhancement.

The system creates the acoustic

impression of a much larger passengercompartment accompanied byimproved stereophonic sound at allseating positions.

The system responds to poor receptionconditions by repeatedly alternatingbetween the stereo and monophonic

modes. You should then switch the sys-tem off.

To open

Pull the handle. The lamp in the glovecompartment will come on.

To close

Fold the cover up.

To prevent injury in the event of anaccident, close the glove com-

partment immediately after use.<

To lock

Lock with one of the master keys. Amaster key will also be required tounlock the glove compartment.

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If – for example for valet parking –you turn over only your door and

ignition key, refer to page 30, thenaccess to the glove compartment is not

possible.<

Storage compartmentsGlove compartment



Rechargeable flashlight

The flashlight is located on the left sideof the glove compartment.

It features integral overload protection,so it can be left in its holder continu-ously.

To avoid completely dischargingand possibly damaging the lamp,

always ensure that it is switched offbefore inserting it in the socket.<

Front center armrest

To open: press the button – see arrow –and lift upward.

Additional compartments andnets*

You will find additional storage com-partments in the front doors and in thecenter console. Storage nets are on thefront seat backrests.

Beverage holder, coin box

A coin box and two beverage holdersare provided in the center console.


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Rear center armrest

The rear center armrest includes a stor-age compartment, a beverage holderand a litter bag holder.

1 Storage compartment: pull up

2 Beverage holder: press

Storage package*

For your convenience, there are:

>Two flip-out sockets on the rear cen-ter console

>An eyeglass compartment*, not

shown, in the front center console.

Hands-free system

On vehicles that are wired for a tele-phone* or equipped with a communica-tion package*, the cover for the hands-free microphone is located in theheadliner near the interior lamp.

For further information on using yourcellular phone, refer to the Owner'sManual for the telephone.

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Cigarette lighter socket

Suitable for attaching power suppliesfor flashlights, car vacuum cleaners,etc., up to a rating of approx. 200 watts

at 12 volts. Avoid damage to the socketcaused by inserting plugs of different

Ashtray, rear*



To empty

Press on the edge of the open cover –see arrow: the ashtray moves up andcan be removed.

Cigarette lighter

Hold or touch the hot cigarettelighter by the knob only. Holding

or touching it in other areas could resultin burns.The cigarette lighter remains opera-tional when the ignition key has been

removed. For this reason, childrenshould never be left in the vehicle unat-tended.<

Press the lighter 1 in. You can removethe lighter from its socket for use assoon as it snaps back out.

y g p gshapes or sizes.

To empty

Press on the edge of the raised cover inthe opening direction – see arrow: theashtray moves up and can be removed.


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Loading and transporting

Ski bag*

The ski bag allows the safe and cleantransport of up to 4 pairs of standardskis or up to two snowboards.

The length of the ski bag and the addi-

tional space provided in the cargo areamake it possible to carry skis up to6 ft 10 i / 2 10 l B f th



6 ft 10 in / 2.10 m long. Because of thetapered shape of the bag, only twopairs of skis longer than 6 ft 10 in /2.10 m can be carried.

Loading

1. Fold the center armrest outward.Loosen the trim from the upperVelcro® fastener and place it on thearmrest

2. Press the button – see arrow 1, from

inside the passenger compartment:the cargo hatch drops onto the floorof the cargo area

3. Press down the detent lever – seearrow 2 – and fold the cover forward

4. Extend the ski bag between the frontseats. The zipper provides conve-

nient access to the inside of the bag,and can also be left open to promotedrying.

To store the ski bag, perform the abovesteps in reverse sequence.

Securing cargo

Secure skis and any other objectsstored in the bag by tightening the

retaining strap at the buckle.<

Be sure that your skis are clean

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Folding rear backrest

Reach into the recess and pull forward– see arrow.

When you fold back the backrest,be sure that the catch engages

securely. The red warning indicator dis-appears in the recess when the retaineris locked.<

Cargo area cover

Never use the cover to carryheavy or hard objects, as such

objects could pose a hazard to thevehicle's occupants during suddenbraking maneuvers.

Guide the cover back into place; do notallow it to snap back, as it could sustaindamage.<

Pull out the cover and suspend it byattaching it to the holders.

You can carry light objects such as arti-cles of clothing on the cover.

Partition net*

Use the loop to pull out the partitionnet, then grasp both sides of the rodand insert it into its holder. It is easiestto do this from the back seat.

Do not allow the partition net tosnap back. Doing so could pose a

risk of injury and the partition net couldbe damaged.<

If the backrests are folded forward, thepartition net's case can be stored on

the backrests; you can then extract thepartition net and hold it in place byinserting the retainers into the frontholders, refer to next page.

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snap into place. Failure to observe theprescribed insertion procedure couldalso result in damage to the door'supholstery.<

Cargo area



To remove cargo cover andpartition net

1. Press the buttons on the sides – seearrow 1

2. Extract the case by pulling to the rear– see arrow 2.

Installation

Simply slide the case forward in the twoside holders until it engages.

Storing with backrests foldedforward

Supports for the case are provided onthe rear sides of the backrests – seearrow 1.

Insert the case from the right as shownin the illustration, continuing until thedetent engages – see arrow 2. Ensurethat the cargo cover points toward thefront of the vehicle, with the partitionnet's loop on the top.

You can pull the partition net out and

insert it into the holders above it in theupper roof area.

To ensure that the case is properlypositioned, remember to insert it

on both guides from the right side,always continuing until the detents


109Cargo loading

Always position and secure loadscorrectly. If you do not, the load

can endanger the passengers duringbraking or evasive maneuvers.

Do not exceed the approved grossweight or the approved maximum axleloads, refer to page 154, otherwise the

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Lifting the floor panel

1. Lift up the floor panel slightly atloop 1

2. Release the loop end from the under-side of the floor panel; see arrow

3. Hook the loop end with the tab onto

the rubber weather-stripping.

Before folding the floor panel backdown, attach the loop end to the

holder on the underside of the floorpanel.<

Side covers

Open the side covers by pressing thebutton.

, p g ,vehicle's operating safety is no longerassured and you are in violation of thelaw.Do not stow heavy or hard objects in

the passenger compartment withoutsecuring them. Otherwise they wouldbe thrown around during braking andevasive maneuvers and could endangerthe passengers.<

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Stowing cargo

>Load heavy cargo as far forward aspossible – directly behind the back-rests or the cargo area partition – andas low as possible

>Cover sharp edges and corners

>Do not pile objects higher than thetop edge of the backrest

>Pull out the partition net*, refer toprevious page, taking care to ensurethat there is no danger that any of theobjects stored in the cargo area willprotrude through the net*

>For very heavy loads when the rearseat is not occupied, secure eachsafety belt in the opposite buckle.

Securing cargo

>Small and light luggage and cargocan be secured with the aid of flexi-ble straps or a cargo area net*, referto page 36

>For large, heavy pieces, see your

BMW center for load-securingdevices*. Lashing fittings located inthe cargo area can be used for fas-tening the load-securing devices; seearrow.

Read and comply with the instructionsenclosed with the load-securingdevices.


111Roof-mounted luggage rack*

You should therefore always remembernot to exceed the approved roof loadcapacity, the approved gross vehicleweight or the axle loads when loading

the rack. These weights are listed underTechnical data on page 154.

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A special roof-rack system is availableas an optional extra for your BMW.Please observe the precautionsincluded with the installation instruc-tions.

AnchoragesAccess to the anchorages:

To fold up the covers – see arrow –please use the tool provided with theroof-rack system.

Loading and driving notesRoof-mounted luggage racks raise thecenter of gravity of the vehicle whenthey are loaded. For this reason, theyexercise a major effect on the vehicle'shandling and steering response.

Make sure that the load is not too bulky,and attempt to distribute it evenly.Always load the heaviest pieces first sothat they are at the bottom. Be sure thatadequate clearance is maintained for

raising the sliding/tilt sunroof, and thatobjects do not project into the openingpath of the tailgate.

Secure the roof-mounted luggage cor-rectly and securely to prevent it fromshifting or being lost during driving.

Drive smoothly and avoid suddenacceleration and braking. Do not cornerat high speeds.

The roof-mounted luggage rack and theroof load increase the aerodynamicresistance: increased fuel consumptionand additional stress on the vehicle's

body are the result.

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Special operating instructions

Break-in procedures

To ensure that your vehicle providesmaximum economy throughout a longservice life, we request that youobserve the following information.

Engine and differential

Up to 1,250 miles/2,000 km:

Tires

Due to technical factors associatedwith their manufacture, tires do notachieve their full traction potential until

after an initial break-in period. We thusask you to drive with extra care duringthe first 200 miles/300 km.

To avoid corrosion, repeat this proce-dure from time to time.

The brake lamps do not come onwhen the parking brake is set.

Vacuum for the brake system servo uniton your BMW is available only when the

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Constantly vary both engine and vehiclespeeds, remembering not to exceed4,500 rpm or 100 mph / 160 km/h dur-ing this period.

Always obey all official speed limits.

Do not use full throttle, and avoidpressing the accelerator beyond thekickdown point during these initialmiles.

You can then proceed to increase both

engine and vehicle speeds once the ini-tial 1,250 miles/2,000 km have elapsed.

You should also observe the samebreak-in procedures if the engine or dif-ferential should have to be replacedlater in the course of the vehicle's life.

Always obey all official speed limits.

When the vehicle is operated onwet or slushy roads, a wedge of

water may form between the tire andthe road surface. This phenomenon isreferred to as hydroplaning and canlead to partial or complete loss of trac-tion, vehicle control and braking effec-tiveness. Reduce your speed on wetroads.<

Brake system

Approx. 300 miles/500 km must elapsebefore the brake pads and rotorsachieve the optimal pad-surface andwear patterns required for trouble-freeoperation and an extended service lifelater on.

To break in the separate parking brakedrums, apply the parking brake lightlywhen coasting to a standstill – at a traf-fic signal, for instance – provided thattraffic conditions allow you to do so.

engine is running. When you move thevehicle with the engine switched off –when towing, for example – substan-tially higher levels of pedal force will berequired to brake the vehicle.<

Clutch

Approx. 300 miles/500 km must elapsebefore the clutch starts to operate atoptimum efficiency. Remember toengage the clutch carefully during this

initial period.


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Brakes: do not drive with your footresting on the brake pedal. Even

light but consistent pressure on thebrake pedal can lead to high tempera-tures, accelerated brake wear and pos-sibly even brake failure.Hydroplaning: when driving on wet orslushy roads reduce your speed If you

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

The concept

ABS keeps the wheels from lockingduring braking, thereby enhancingactive driving safety.

Braking with ABS

If you are in a situation that requires full

Do not reduce the pressure exertedagainst the brake pedal until the brak-ing maneuver has been completed.DBC is deactivated when you releasethe brake pedal.

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slushy roads, reduce your speed. If youdo not, a wedge of water may formbetween tires and road surface. Thisphenomenon can lead to partial orcomplete loss of contact between thetires and road surface, as well as loss ofvehicle control and braking ability.Driving through water: do not drivethrough water on the road if it is deeperthan 1 ft/30 cm, and then only at walk-ing speed. Otherwise, the vehicle'sengine, the electrical systems and thetransmission may be damaged.Cargo area cover: never use it to storeheavy or hard objects, as otherwiseoccupants could be injured duringbraking maneuvers.Clothes hooks: when hanging clothingfrom the hooks, be sure that they willnot obstruct the driver's vision. Do nothang heavy objects on the hooks. If youdo so, they could cause personal injuryduring braking or evasive maneuvers.<

If you are in a situation that requires fullbraking, you will exploit the full benefitsof ABS system if you apply maximumpedal pressure – panic stop. Since thevehicle maintains steering responsive-

ness, you can avoid possible obstacleswith a minimum of steering effort,despite the full brake application.

Pulsation at the brake pedal combinedwith sounds from the hydraulic circuitsindicates to the driver that ABS is in itsactive mode.

Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)

DBC is included in the DSC, refer topage 80.

The system responds to sudden, high-intensity applications of force to the

brake pedal by automatically brakingthe vehicle with maximum boost toachieve the shortest-possible brakingdistances during "panic stops". Thissystem exploits all the benefits of ABS.

CBC is an advanced engineering devel-opment of ABS. When braking duringcornering with high lateral accelera-tion, or when braking during a lane

change, vehicle stability is improvedand the steering response is enhanced.

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Proceed carefully to the nearest BMWcenter or professional tire center, orhave the vehicle towed in to have it, itswheels or its tires inspected.Tire damage, up to and including sud-den and complete air loss, can endan-ger the lives of both the vehicle occu-pants and other road users.<

Tire replacement

To maintain good handling and vehicleresponse, use only tires of a singletread configuration from a single manu-facturer.

DOT quality grades

Tread wear

Traction

The traction grades, from highest tolowest, are AA, A, B, and C.

Those grades represent the tire's ability

to stop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions on speci-fied government test surfaces of

Tire condition



pants and other road users.<Traction AA A B C

Temperature A B C

All passenger car tires must con-form to Federal Safety Require-

ments in addition to these grades.<

Tread wear

The tread wear grade is a comparativerating based on the wear rate of the tire

when tested under controlled condi-tions on a specified government testcourse.

For example, a tire graded 150 wouldwear one and one-half – 1 1 / 2 – times aswell on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance

of tires depends upon the actual condi-tions of their use, however, and maydepart significantly from the norm dueto variations in driving habits, servicepractices and differences in road char-acteristics and climate.

asphalt and concrete. A tire marked Cmay have poor traction performance.

The traction grade assigned to

this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and doesnot include acceleration, cornering,hydroplaning, or peak traction charac-teristics.<

Temperature

The temperature grades are A – thehighest – B, and C, representing thetire's resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled condi-tions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel.

Sustained high temperature can causethe material of the tire to degenerateand reduce tire life, and excessive tem-perature can lead to sudden tire failure.The grade C corresponds to a level ofperformance which all passenger car


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The temperature grade for this tire

Tire age

The date on which the tire was manu-factured is indicated by the code on thesidewall:

DOT... 3502 indicates that the tire wasmanufactured in week 35 of the year2002.

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properly inflated and not overloaded.Excessive speed, underinflation, orexcessive loading, either separately orin combination, can cause heat buildupand possible tire failure.<

Uniform Tire Quality Grading

Quality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewall between

tread shoulder and maximum sectionwidth. For example:

Tread wear 200

Traction AA

Temperature A

BMW advises against usingretreaded tires, since drivingsafety may be impaired. This is due tothe possible variations in casing struc-tures and, in some cases, to theirextreme age, which can lead to adecrease in their durability.<

BMW recommends the replacement ofall tires – including the spare tire* –when the tires are no more than 6 yearsold, even if a tire life of 10 years is pos-sible.

Run Flat tires*

Run Flat tires consist of self-supportingtires and special rims. The tire rein-forcement ensures that the tire retains

some residual safety in the event ofpressure drop and driving remains pos-sible to a restricted degree. The vehicleis equipped with a Tire Pressure Moni-tor (TPM) or Flat Tire Monitor, whichindicate a flat tire. For additional infor-mation on the Tire Pressure Monitor

(TPM) or Flat Tire Monitor, refer topage 85 or 86.

Run Flat tires are only possible inconjunction with the Tire Pres-

sure Monitor (TPM) or Flat Tire Moni-tor.<

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The right choice

BMW recommends using onlywheels and tires that have been

approved by BMW for your particular

vehicle model, as otherwise body con-tact and serious accidents can resultdespite the use of the same nominalsize e g due to manufacturing toler-

and tread configuration. In the event ofa flat tire, for example, remount theapproved wheel and tire combinationas soon as possible.<

Storage

Always store tires in a cool, dry place.Store them away from light whenever

Winter tires

Choosing the right tire

BMW recommends winter tires – M+Stires – for operation under inclementwinter driving conditions. While all-sea-

son tires – M+S designation – providebetter winter traction than the corre-sponding summer tires, they generallydo not achieve the performance of win-



size, e.g. due to manufacturing toler-ances. BMW cannot evaluate all tiresand wheels on the market, and is thusunable to guarantee that the vehicle will

continue to perform safely if unap-proved tires and/or wheels aremounted.<

For each tire size, BMW has assessedthe safe performance of specific tirebrands and approved them for use.

Consult any BMW center for details.Comply with any local/national regula-tions, for example by recording the tiretype in the vehicle documents.

The correct wheel-tire combina-tion affects different systems such

as ABS, ASC+T/DSC and ADB/ADB-X/DBC. The function of these sys-tems is impaired if improper wheel-tirecombinations are used. For this reason,use only tires of the same manufacture

Store them away from light wheneverpossible. Protect the tires against con-tact with oil, grease and fuel.

do not achieve the performance of win-ter tires.

In the interest of safe tracking andsteering response, install winter tires

made by the same manufacturer andhaving the same tread configuration onall four wheels.

Never exceed the maximumspeed for which the winter tires

are rated.

Unprofessional attempts by laymen toservice tires can lead to damage andaccidents.Have this work performed by trainedprofessionals only. Any BMW centerhas the required technical knowledgeand the proper equipment and will be

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Tire condition, tire pressure

At tread depths below approx. 3/16 in /4 mm, winter tires display a perceptibledecrease in their ability to cope with

winter driving conditions, and should bereplaced in the interest of safety.

Comply with the specified tire inflationpressures and be sure to have the

You cannot mount snow chains on thefollowing tires:

225/50 R 16

225/45 R 17

245/40 R 17

225/40 R 18

255/35 R 18

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Snow chains*Only certain snow chains have beentested by BMW and determined andapproved as roadworthy. Consult anyBMW center for details. BMW recom-mends using only these approved fine-link snow chains. Use them in pairs oneither summer or winter tires, but onlyon both rear wheels.

BMW 325xi: in an extreme emergency –for instance, with the vehicle stuck onone side, or when obstructions make itimpossible to reach one tire – a chain

may also be mounted on just one tirefor the limited period needed to resolvethe problem.

Comply with all manufacturer's safetyprecautions when mounting the chains.Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph /50 km/h when unsing snow chains.

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In the engine compartment

Hood



To release

Pull the lever located under the left-hand side of the instrument panel.

Do not attempt to service yourvehicle if you do not have the

required technical background. Failureto work in an informed, professionalmanner when servicing componentsand materials constitutes a safety haz-ard for vehicle occupants and otherroad users. If you are not familiar withthe guidelines, please have the opera-

tions performed by your BMW center.<

To open

Pull the release handle and open thehood.

To close

Allow the hood to fall from a height ofabout 1 ft/30 cm so that it audiblyengages.

To avoid injuries, be sure that the

travel path of the hood is clearwhen it is closed, following the samesafety precautions used in all closingprocedures.If you determine while driving that thehood is not completely closed, stopimmediately and close it securely.<


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1 Brake fluid reservoir 129

2 Dipstick, engine oil 126

3 Coolant expansion tank 128

4 Reservoir for the headlamp and

windshield washer system 126

5 Engine oil filler neck 126

6 Auxiliary terminal for jump-

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Headlamp* and windshieldwasher system

Capacity approx.5.6 US quarts/5.3 liters.

Fill with water and – if required – with awasher antifreeze additive according to

manufacturer's recommendations.

We recommend that you mix thewasher fluid before adding it to

the reservoir.<

Rear window washer reservoir

Capacity approx.2.4 US quarts/2.3 liters.

Fill with water and – if required – with awasher antifreeze according to manu-facturer's recommendations.

We recommend that you mix thewasher fluid before adding it to

the reservoir.<

Antifreeze agents for the washerfluid are highly flammable. For this

reason, keep them away from sourcesof flame and store them only in theiroriginal containers. Store it inaccessibleto children. Comply with the instruc-tions on the containers.<

Checking the oil level

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface2. Switch the engine off after it has

reached normal operating tempera-ture

3. After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dip-

stick out and wipe it off with a cleanlint-free cloth, paper towel, or similarmaterial

4. Carefully push the dipstick all theway into the guide tube and pull itout again

5. The oil level should be between the

two marks on the dipstick.As with fuel economy, oil consumptionis directly influenced by your drivingstyle and vehicle operating conditions.


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The oil volume between the two markson the dipstick corresponds to approx.1.1 US quarts/1 liter. Do not fill beyondthe upper mark on the dipstick. Excessoil will damage the engine.

Continuous exposure to used oilhas caused cancer in laboratory

testing. For this reason, any skin areasthat come into contact with oil shouldbe thoroughly washed with soap and

water.Always store oil, grease, etc., out ofreach of children. Comply with all warn-ing labels and information on contain-

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Wait until the level has dropped to justabove the lower mark before adding oil.However, you should never let the oildrop below the lower mark.

BMW engines are designed tooperate without oil additives; the

use of additives could lead to damagein some cases. This also applies to themanual transmission, the automatictransmission, the differential, and thepower steering system.<

Recommendation: have the oil changedby your BMW center.

ing labels and information on containers.<

Comply with the applicable envi-

ronmental laws regulating the dis-posal of used oil.<

Specified engine oils

The quality of the engine oil isextremely important for the function

and service life of an engine. Based onextensive testing, BMW has approvedonly certain grades of engine oil.

Use only approved BMW High Perfor-mance Synthetic Oil.

If an approved BMW High PerformanceSynthetic Oil should be unavailable, you

may use small volumes of other syn-thetic oils for topping up between oilchanges. Use only oils with the specifi-cation API SH or higher.

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Ask your BMW center for detailsconcerning the specific BMW

High Performance Synthetic Oil or syn-thetic oils that have been approved.<

You can also call BMW of North Amer-ica toll-free at 1-800-831-1117 or visitthis website: www.bmwusa.com toobtain this information.

Coolant

Do not add coolant to the coolingsystem when the engine is hot. If

you attempt to do so, escaping coolantcan cause burns.Antifreeze and anti-corrosion agents

are hazardous to health. You shouldalways store them in their original con-tainers and in a location which is out ofreach of children. Antifreeze and anti-

Engine oil



obtain this information.

Viscosity ratings

Viscosity is the oilflow rating as estab-lished in SAE classes.

The selection of the correct SAE classdepends on the climatic conditions inthe area you drive your BMW.

Approved oils are in SAE classes

5W-40 and 5W-30.<

These kinds of oil may be used for driv-ing in all ambient temperatures.

reach of children. Antifreeze and anticorrosion agents are inflammable. Forthis reason, do not spill them on hotengine parts. They could ignite and

cause burns. Comply with the instruc-tions on the containers.<

Checking the coolant level andadding coolant

Check the coolant level when theengine is cold, approx. 687 /+206:

1. Open the cap for the expansion tankby turning it slightly counterclock-

wise to allow accumulated pressureto escape, then open

2. The coolant level is correct when theupper end of the red float is at leasteven with the upper edge of the fillerneck; see arrow. The end of the floatmay stick out by a maximum of

3/4 in / 2 cm – that is, up to the sec-ond mark on the float

3. If necessary, add coolant. If the cool-ant is low, slowly add coolant untilthe correct level is reached – do notoverfill.


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Comply with the applicable envi-ronmental laws regulating the dis-

posal of antifreeze agents with corro-sion inhibitor.<

Brake fluid

Brake fluid is hygroscopic, that is,it absorbs moisture from the air

over time.In order to ensure the brake system'ssafety and reliability, have the brake

fluid changed every two years by aBMW center. Refer to the Service andWarranty Information Booklet for USmodels or the Warranty and Service

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The brake warning lamp comeson when the parking brake isnot engaged: the brake fluid

level is too low, refer to page 18.

Parking brake warning lamp for

Canadian models.

Adding brake fluid

For adding brake fluid or for determin-ing and correcting the cause of brakefluid loss, consult your BMW center.Your BMW center is familiar with thespecifications for factory-approvedbrake fluids – DOT 4.

Brake fluid loss results in extendedbrake pedal travel. Refer to the informa-tion on page 116.

yGuide Booklet for Canadian models.Brake fluid is toxic and damages thevehicle's paint. You should always store

them in their original containers and in alocation which is out of reach of chil-dren.Do not spill the brake fluid and do notfill the brake fluid reservoir beyond theMAX mark. The brake fluid could igniteupon contact with hot engine parts and

cause serious burns.<

Comply with the applicable envi-ronmental laws regulating

the disposal of brake fluid.<

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Maintenance

The BMW Maintenance System

conditions under which the vehicleoperates into consideration, becausemiles can be traveled in many differentways:

From a maintenance point of view,62,000 miles/100,000 km of short-dis-tance urban driving cannot be com-pared with 62,000 miles/100,000 km oflong-distance highway travel

Service and Warranty InformationBooklet for US models/Warranty and Service GuideBooklet for Canadian models

For additional information on requiredmaintenance intervals and procedures,please refer to the Service and War-ranty Information Booklet for US mod-l th W t d S i G id



The BMW Maintenance System hasbeen designed as a reliable means ofproviding maximum driving and operat-ing safety – and as cost-effectively aspossible for you.

Please keep in mind that regular main-

tenance is not only necessary for thesafety of your vehicle, but also plays asignificant role in maintaining the resalevalue of the vehicle.

Service interval display

While conventional systems rely on dis-

tance traveled alone to determine whenservice is due, the BMW MaintenanceSystem has for years taken the actual

long distance highway travel.

The BMW Maintenance Systemincludes the Engine Oil Service and

Inspections I and II.Determining the maintenance intervalsaccording to the actual use of the vehi-cle covers every kind of operating situa-tion. Minimal use drivers – significantlyfewer than 6,200 miles/10,000 kmannually – should have the engine oil

changed at least every 2 years since oildeteriorates over time, regardless ofuse.

els, or the Warranty and Service GuideBooklet for Canadian models.

As a precaution against corrosion, it is

advisable to have the body checked fordamage from rocks or gravel at thesame time, depending upon operatingconditions.

Have your BMW center performmaintenance and repair.

Be sure that all maintenance work isrecorded in the Service and WarrantyInformation Booklet for US models, orin the Warranty and Service GuideBooklet for Canadian models. Theseentries confirm that your vehicle hasbenefitted from regular maintenance,

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Care

You can find everything you need toknow on this topic by consulting theseparate Caring for your vehicle bro-

chure.

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Laws and regulations

California Proposition 65 warning

California laws require us to state thefollowing warning:

Engine exhaust, some of its con-stituents, and certain vehicle com-

ponents contain or emit chemicalsknown to the State of California tocause cancer and birth defects andreproductive harm. In addition, certain

OBD interface socket



fluids contained in vehicles and certainproducts of component wear contain oremit chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other reproductive harm.Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and lead com-pounds. Wash your hands after hand-ling.Used engine oil contains chemicals that

have caused cancer in laboratory ani-mals. Always protect your skin bywashing thoroughly with soap andwater.<

The interface socket for onboard diag-nostics is located on the left-hand sideof the driver's side, below the instru-ment panel and under a cover panel.The cover has the letters OBD on it.

This interface makes it possible to

access data on emissions-related com-ponents using special equipment.

An illuminated indicator informsyou of the need for service, notthat you need to stop the vehi-

cle. Your system should be checked,however, at the earliest opportunity.

If the indicator blinks or flashes, thisindicates a high level of engine misfire.Reduce speed and contact the nearestBMW center immediately. Severe


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engine misfiring for even a short periodof time can seriously damage emissioncontrol system components, especiallythe catalytic converter.

SERVICE ENGINE SOON warn-ing lamp for Canadian models.

If the fuel filler cap is not on tightenough, the OBD system can

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Replacement procedures

Onboard tool kit Windshield wiper blades



The onboard tool kit is located beneaththe floor panel in the cargo area.

For information on raising the floorpanel, refer to page 109.

Windshield

1. Switch off the engine2. Fold the wiper arm completely out

from the windshield3. Position the wiper blade at an angle

and pull the release spring – see

arrow4. Fold the wiper blade down and

unhook it toward the windshield5. Pull the wiper blade past the wiper

arm toward the top6. Insert a new wiper blade and apply

pressure until you hear it engage.

Rear window

1. Switch off the engine2. Fold the wiper arm completely out

from the windshield3. Pull out the wiper blade – see arrow4. Guide the new wiper blade into

place, continue to apply pressureuntil you hear the detent engage.


137Lamps and bulbs

The lamps and bulbs make essentialcontributions to the safety of your vehi-cle. Therefore, comply fully with the fol-lowing instructions during bulb replace-ment. If you are not familiar with any of

the procedures, consult your BMWcenter.

Do not touch the glass portion ofa new bulb with your bare hands

When cleaning the headlamps,please follow the instructions in

the Caring for your vehicle brochure.<

Xenon lamps

The service life of these bulbs is verylong and the probability of a failure isvery low, provided that they are notswitched on and off an unusual number

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a new bulb with your bare handssince even small amounts of impuritiesburn in to the surface and reduce the

service life of the bulb. Use a cleancloth, paper napkin, or a similar mate-rial, or hold the bulb by its metallicbase.<

A replacement bulb set is available fromyour BMW center.

Before working on the electricalsystem, switch off the electrical

accessory you are working on or dis-connect the cable from the negativeterminal of the battery. Failure toobserve this precaution could result in

short circuits.To prevent injuries and damage, com-ply with any instructions provided bythe bulb manufacturer.<

Low beams and high beams

Engine compartment, left side:

1 Low beams

2 High beams

H7 bulb, 55 watts

The H7 bulb is pressurized. There-fore, wear safety glasses and pro-

tective gloves. Failure to comply withthis precaution could lead to injury if thebulb is damaged.<

1. Turn the two release catches at thefront to the left – see arrow – toremove the bulb holder

2. Remove and replace the bulb.

of times. If one of these bulbs shouldnevertheless fail, it is possible to con-tinue driving with great caution usingthe fog lamps, provided local trafficlaws do not prohibit this.

Because of the extremely highvoltages involved, any work on the

xenon lighting system, including bulb-changing, should be carried out bytechnically-qualified personnel only.Otherwise, there is a risk of fatalinjury.<

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Parking lamps

5 watt bulb

Engine compartment, left side:

1. Turn the bulb holder to the left – seearrow – and remove

2. Remove and replace the bulb.

Front turn signal indicators

21 watt bulb

1. Extend a screwdriver through theupper opening and loosen the screw,continuing until you can extract thebulb by removing it from the front

2. Disconnect the plug3. Apply gentle pressure and turn the

bulb toward the letters AUF – refer tothe marking on the housing– thenremove it for replacement

4. Connect the plug

5. Align the lamp assembly's two ridgesand the centering pin with the guideson the vehicle when installing

6. Slide in the lamp, applying gentlepressure to seat it firmly

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Side turn signal indicators

5 watt bulb

1. Use finger pressure against the rearedge of the lamp – see arrow – topress it forward for removal

2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb

while turning it to the left to remove.

Tail lamps

1 Turn signal indicator

2 Backup lamp

3 Tail lamp

4 Tail lamp/brake lamp

Tail lamp 4: 21/4 watt bulbRemaining bulbs: 21 watts

Section of the left cargo area:

Bulbs in the fender:

All of the bulbs are integrated in a cen-tral bulb holder.

1. Release and remove the cargo areaside panel

2. Release and remove the bulb holder– see arrow

3. Remove the power plug and lay thebulb holder to one side, for instance,on the floor of the cargo area

4. Applying light pressure, turn the bulbto the left. Remove and replace the

bulb5. Plug in the power supply fitting6. Press the bulb holder into position

until you hear it engage.

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Bulbs in tailgate:1. Insert a screwdriver in the recess –

see arrow – and press down torelease the assembly

2. Fold the trim panel down, release thebulb holder and remove

3. Applying light pressure, turn the bulbto the left. Remove and replace thebulb

4. Press the bulb holder into positionuntil you hear it engage

5. Press the trim panel back in, continu-ing until you hear it snap into place.

Center high-mount brake lamp

LED strip on the rear window.

Please contact your BMW center in

case of a malfunction.

License plate lamps

5 watt bulb

1. Place a screwdriver in the slot andpress toward the left – see arrow – torelease the lens

2. Replace the bulb.


141Changing a wheelSafety precautions in the event ofa flat tire or wheel change:

Stop the vehicle as far as possible frompassing traffic. Park on a firm, flat, sur-face. Switch on the hazard warning

flashers. Turn the steering wheel to thestraight-ahead position and engage the

steering lock. Shift into 1st or Reverse,or if you have an automatic transmis-sion, position the selector lever in Park,and engage the parking brake.All passengers should be outside the

vehicle and well away from your imme-diate working area, behind a guardrail,for instance.If a warning triangle or portable hazardwarning lamp is available, set it up on

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5 watt bulb

1. Pull out the bulb socket – see arrow2. Replace the bulb.

the roadside at an appropriate distancefrom the rear of the vehicle. Comply

with all local safety guidelines and reg-ulations.Change the wheel only on a level, firmsurface which is not slippery. Avoid

jacking the vehicle on a soft or slipperysupport surface – snow, ice, loosegravel, etc. – as either the vehicle or the

jack could slip sideways.Position the jack on a firm support sur-face.Do not place wooden blocks or similarobjects under the jack. They could pre-vent the jack from extending to its fullheight and reduce its support capacity.

Do not lie under the vehicle or start theengine when the vehicle is supportedby the jack. There is otherwise a risk offatal injury.<

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Your BMW is equipped with a spare tireor a space-saver spare tire designed fortemporary use in maintaining the vehi-cle's mobility in an emergency.

To remove the spare tire, lift thefloor panel in the cargo area com-

pletely out, refer to page 109.<

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What you will need

In order to avoid rattling noises later,note the position of the tools when youremove them and return them to theiroriginal position when you are doneusing them.

>Jack 1Fold up the floor panel, lift away thespare tire cover, and screw off thered wingnut – see arrow.When you have completed work,screw the jack all the way backdown. Fold the handle back and

insert it in its holder>Chock 2

Behind the vehicle jack. Loosen thewingnut to remove it

>Lug wrench 3

>Spare tire or space-saver spare tire –Located next to the jack.Loosen the wingnut – see arrow – byhand, remove the storage shelf andtake the wheel out.

Procedure

1. Read and comply with the safetyprecautions provided on the previ-ous page

2. Secure the vehicle to prevent itfrom rolling:Place the chock against the rear

surface of the front tire on the sideopposite the side being raised. Ifthe vehicle is parked on a down-ward slope, place the chocksecurely in front of the tire. If the


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wheel must be changed on a sur-face with a more severe slope, takeadditional precautions to securethe vehicle from rolling

3. Wheels with full wheel covers*:

reach into the ventilation openingsand pull the cover off

4. Loosen the lug bolts by rotatinghalf a turn

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5. Position the jack at the jackingpoint – see arrows – closest to theflat tire so that the jack base is ver-tically below the jacking point andthe entire surface of the head of the

jack moves into the square recessof the jacking point when the jack

is cranked – refer to the detail in thenext illustration

6. Jack the vehicle up until the wheelyou are changing is raised from theground

7. Unscrew the lug bolts and removethe wheel

8. Remove accumulations of mud ordirt from the mounting surfaces ofthe wheel and hub. Clean the lugbolts

9. Position the new wheel or thespace-saver spare tire on the huband screw at least two lug bolts fin-

ger-tight into opposite bolt holes10. Screw in the remaining lug bolts.

Screw in all the bolts in a diagonalpattern

11. Lower the jack and remove it frombeneath the vehicle

12. Tighten the lug bolts securely in a

diagonal pattern

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Do not attempt to install the fullwheel cover on the space-saver

spare tire, since this could damage thecover.<

The vehicle jack is designed forchanging wheels only. Do not

attempt to raise another vehicle modelwith it or to raise any other type of load.To do so could cause accidents andpersonal injury

Driving with the space-saverspare tire

Drive cautiously. Do not exceed aspeed of 50 mph / 80 km/h.

Be aware that vehicle handling may bealtered. Anticipate, e.g., reduced track-ing during braking, longer braking dis-tances, and changed steering charac-teristics when approaching limitconditions These handling characteris-

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13. Wheels with full wheel covers*:place the wheel cover with thevalve opening – see arrow – overthe valve. Use both hands to pressthe cover securely onto the rim

14. Check and correct the tire inflationpressure at the earliest opportunity.

Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor(TPM)/Flat Tire Monitor: aftermounting the spare tire or correct-ing the inflation pressure, reinitial-ize the system, refer to page 85 or 86.

Protect valve stems and valves from dirtusing screw-on valve stem caps. Dirtyvalve stems frequently lead to slowpressure loss.

personal injury.To ensure continued safety, have the

tightness of the torque bolts checkedwith a calibrated lug wrench – torquespecification: 88.5 lb ft/120 Nm – at theearliest opportunity.<

When storing a wheel in the spare tirerecess, take care to avoid bending the

threaded rod.If the original BMW light-alloy wheelshave been replaced with other light-alloy wheels, different lug bolts may berequired.

Replace the defective tire as soon aspossible and have the new wheel/tirebalanced.

conditions. These handling characteristics will be even more pronounced if

winter tires are mounted.

Only one space-saver spare tiremay be mounted at one time.

Mount a wheel and tire of the originalsize at the earliest possible opportu-nity.<

Driving with a spare tire*

For certain wheel/tire combina-tions, the size of the spare tire will

differ from that of the remaining tires.The spare tire is fully functional at allloads and speeds. However, the spare

tire should be replaced at the earliestpossible opportunity in order to achievethe original operating conditions.<


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If there is a tire failure, the red warninglamp symbol lights up. This visual alertis accompanied by an acoustic warningsignal.

Additional information on the Tire Pres-sure Monitor (TPM) or Flat Tire Monitoris found beginning on page 85.

Reduce vehicle speed carefully tounder 50 mph / 80 km/h avoiding hard

Driving with a damaged tire

Run Flat tires allow you to continuedriving to a restricted degree at a maxi-mum speed of 50 mph / 80 km/hdepending on the cargo load and theextent of tire damage. You can deter-mine the distance you may continuedriving on the basis of the following val-ues:

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Run Flat tires are labeled on the side-wall with a circular symbol containingthe letters RSC. Run Flat tires consist ofself-supporting tires and special rims.The tire reinforcement ensures that thetire retains some residual safety in theevent of pressure drop and driving

remains possible to a restricted degree.The vehicle is equipped with a TirePressure Monitor (TPM) or Flat TireMonitor, which indicate a flat tire.

Because the sides of Run Flattires are reinforced, a drop in infla-

tion pressure usually cannot bedetected from the outside.<

under 50 mph / 80 km/h, avoiding hardbrake applications and steering maneu-

vers.If the defective wheel is not immedi-ately recognizable on the outside,check the tire pressure at all fourwheels.

Have Run Flat tires replaced by

your BMW center. In the interestof safety, Run Flat tires should not berepaired. Your BMW center has theinformation needed for working withRun Flat tires and is equipped with thenecessary special tools.<

If appropriate, please consult yourBMW center to reequip your vehi-

cle from summer to winter tires – or viceversa.<

p0 psi/0 kilopascal (kPa):

approx. 100 miles/150 km>Tire inflation pressure of approx.7-15 psi/50-100 kPa:approx. 300 miles/500 km

>Tire inflation pressure greater than15 psi/100 kPa:approx. 600 miles/1,000 km.

Drive cautiously. Do not exceed aspeed of 50 mph / 80 km/h. Be

aware that vehicle handling will bealtered when there is a loss in inflationpressure. Anticipate, e.g., reducedtracking during braking, longer brakingdistances and changed steering char-acteristics.<

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The battery is absolutely maintenance-free, that is, the original electrolyte willnormally last for the service life of thebattery under moderate climatic condi-

tions.

Please consult your BMW centerwhenever you have any questions

concerning the battery. Since the bat-i b l l i f h

Return used batteries to a recy-cling point or your BMW center.

Maintain the battery in an upright posi-tion for transport and storage. Securethe battery against tilting during trans-

port.<

Fuses



tery is absolutely maintenance-free, thefollowing is for your information only.<

Never disconnect the batterywhen the engine is running; the

ensuing voltage surge would seriouslydamage the vehicle's onboard elec-tronic systems.<

Charging the battery

When charging the battery in the vehi-cle, leave the engine off at all times.Connect the charge cables to the termi-nals in the engine compartment. Forterminal locations, refer to Jump-start-

ing on page 147.

You will find the fuses and informationon their respective allocation in theglove compartment behind a panel withtwo snap clips.

Do not attempt to repair a blownfuse or replace it with a fuse

having a different color or amperagerating. To do this could cause a fire inthe vehicle resulting from a circuit over-load.<


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Giving and receiving assistance

Jump-startingWhen your battery is discharged, youcan use two jumper cables to start yourvehicle with power from the battery in asecond vehicle. You can also use thesame method to help start another

vehicle. Only use jumper cables withfully insulated handles on the terminalclamps.

Do not touch high-voltage wiringand cables on a running engine

on the support vehicle. Then connectthe other end to the negative batteryterminal or to a suitable ground onthe vehicle being started.Your BMW is equipped with a special

nut for this purpose – see arrow 2

Always adhere to this sequencewhen connecting jumper cables;

failure to observe this procedure canlead to sparks at the battery terminals

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and cables on a running engine.Contact with components carrying high

voltage can be harmful or fatal. Care-fully observe the following instructionsto avoid personal injury and/or damageto one or both vehicles.<

1. The battery in the support vehiclemust also be rated at 12 volts. This

information is provided on the batterylabel

2. Stop the engine of the support vehi-cle and switch off all electrical com-ponents in both vehicles – except forthe hazard warning flashers of thesupport vehicle

3. Make absolutely certain that there isno contact between the bodywork ofthe two vehicles – short circuit haz-ard

4. The auxiliary jump-starting terminallocated in your BMW's engine com-partment acts as the positive batteryterminal. The cover of this auxiliaryterminal is marked with a + sign.Remove by pulling the tab – seearrow 1.

Start by connecting the jumper cablefrom the positive terminal of the dis-charged battery to the positive termi-nal of the support battery

5. Then connect the negative terminalsusing the other jumper cable. Firstconnect one end to the negative bat-

tery terminal or to a suitable ground

lead to sparks at the battery terminalsand pose an injury hazard.<

6. Start the engine of the support vehi-cle and let it run for several minutesat a slightly elevated engine idlespeed

7. Start the engine of the other vehicleas usual. If the first start attempt is

not successful, wait a few minutesbefore another attempt in order toallow the discharged battery torecharge

8. Before disconnecting the jumpercables, let the engines run for a fewminutes

9. Then disconnect the jumper cablesin reverse sequence.

Depending on the cause of the fault,have the battery recharged by yourBMW center.

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Do not use spray starter fluids tostart the engine.<

Towing the vehicleTowing eyelet

The screw-in towing eyelet is stored inthe onboard tool kit; be sure that itremains in the vehicle at all times. It isdesigned for installation in the tow

sockets located at the front and rear ofthe vehicle, and is intended for towingon paved road surfaces only. The tow-ing eyelet should not be used to pull avehicle out of deep snow, mud, sand,etc Always observe all applicable tow

Jump-starting



etc. Always observe all applicable tow-ing laws and regulations.

Access to tow sockets

Front:

Press out the cover panel with a screw-driver inserted in the recess at the top.


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2. Switch off the engine3. Towing speed:

max. 30 mph / 50 km/h4. Towing distance:

max. 95 miles/150 km.

Remove the rear driveshaft forlonger towing distances with the

front axle lifted; remove the front drive-shaft for towing over longer distanceswith the rear axle lifted. Failure to com-

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Rear:

Press out the cover panel with a screw-driver inserted in the recess at the top.

Make sure the towing eyelet isfirmly screwed all the way in, oth-

erwise the thread could be damaged.Never attach tie-down hooks, chains,straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, controlarms, or any other part of the vehiclesuspension, as severe damage to thesecomponents will occur, possibly lead-ing to accidents.<

Towing with a commercial towtruck

>Do not tow with sling-type equipment>Use wheel-lift or flatbed equipment>Please comply with applicable state

towing laws.

Never allow passengers to ride ina towed vehicle for any reason.

Never attach tie-down hooks, chains,straps, or tow hooks to tie rods, controlarms, or any other part of the vehiclesuspension, as severe damage to these

components will occur, possibly lead-ing to accidents.<

BMW 325xi: towing with a raisedaxle

1. Place the transmission in Neutral

ply with this will result in damage to the

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BMW 325i, 325xi

DisplacementNumber of cylinders

cu in/cm3 152.2/2,4946

Maximum power output

at engine speed

hp/kW

rpm

184/135

6,000

Maximum torqueat engine speed

lb ft/Nmrpm

175/2373,500

Compression ratio ε 10.5

Stroke in/mm 2.95/75



Bore in/mm 3.31/84

Fuel-injection system Digital electronic engine-management system (DME)

BMW 325xi: power can be tested only on a suitable dynamometer.


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BMW 325i BMW 325xi

Curb weight

with manual transmissionwith automatic transmission

lbs/kglbs/kg

3,362/1,5253,450/1,565

3,594/1,6303,627/1,645

Approved gross vehicle weightwith manual transmissionwith automatic transmission

lbs/kglbs/kg

4,509/2,0454,597/2,085

4,696/2,1304,729/2,145

Approved front axle load lbs/kg 1,984/900 2,139/970

Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,668/1,210 2,657/1,205



Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 165/75

Luggage compartment capacity cu ft/l 15.4-57.1/435-1,617 15.4-57.1/435-1,617

Approved axle loads and approved gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded.


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Notes

Fuel tankReserve

gal./litersgal./liters

approx. 16.6/63approx. 2.1/8

Fuel specification, refer topage 25

Windshield/

Headlamp washer reservoir frontRear window washer reservoir

quarts/litersquarts/liters

approx. 5.6/5.3approx. 2.4/2.3

Specifications, refer to

page 126

Cooling system including heating circuit quarts/liters approx. 8.9/8.4 Specifications, refer topage 128

Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters 325i: approx. 6.9/6.5325xi: approx 7 9/7 5

BMW High PerformanceSynthetic Oil

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Oil specifications, refer topage 126

Manual and automatic transmission,transfer box and differential

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Everything from A to ZAABS Antilock Brake System

18, 115Accessories 4, 5Activated-charcoal filter 100

ADB Automatic DifferentialBrake 78Adding brake fluid 129Air conditioning 92Air distribution 94, 98Air nozzles 92, 96Air outlets 92, 96

Automatic car wash, refer tothe Caring for your vehiclebrochure

Automatic climate control 96Automatic cruise control 69

Automatic Differential Brake(ADB) 78Automatic dimming, interior

rearview mirror 51Automatic headlamp

control 89Automatic recirculated-air

Battery charge current 18Belts 47Beverage holder 103Blower 94, 98BMW High Performance

Synthetic Oils 127BMW sports seat 45, 46Bore 152Bottle holder, see Beverage

holder 103Brake hydraulic system 18Brake lamps

Car telephonerefer to the separateOwner's Manual

Car vacuum cleaner, con-necting 104

Car wash, refer to the Caringfor your vehicle brochureCargo area 36, 107

capacity 154emergency operation 35floor 36floor panel 109



ou e s 9 , 96

Air pressure 117check 25Air supply 94, 98Airbags 18, 52Alarm system 37Antifreeze agent 128Antilock Brake System (ABS)

18, 115Anti-theft system 37Armrest 102ASC+T Automatic Stability

Control plus Traction 18,19, 78

Ashtray

front 104rear 104AUC Automatic recircu-

lated-air control 99

u o a c ec cu a ed a

control (AUC) 99Automatic Stability Controlplus Traction (ASC+T) 18,19, 78

Automatic transmission withSteptronic 19, 63

Average fuel

consumption 76Average speed 76Avoiding unintentional

alarms 38Axle loads 154

B

Backrest, adjusting 44, 45Backup lamps 62replacing bulb 139

Batterycharge 146discharged 146

a e a ps

replacing bulb 139Brake pads 19Brake, parking 61Brakes, malfunctions 116Break-in procedures 114Bulb, replacing 137

CCalifornia Proposition 65warning 132

Can holder, see Beverageholder 103

Capacities 155Car care, refer to the Caring

for your vehicle brochureCar radiorefer to the Owner's Man-ual for Radio

oo pa e 09

remote control 32Cargo area cover 107Cargo area lamps 34Cargo loading 109Cargo, securing 110Cassette player operation,

refer to the Owner's Man-

ual for RadioCBC Cornering BrakeControl 18, 115

CD player operation, refer tothe Owner's Manual forRadio

Cellular phone 103

Center armrest 102Center high-mount brakelamp 140

Central locking system 30button 34

Charge indicator lamp 18


Everything from A to Z 159

Check Control 73Child-restraint mounting

system (LATCH) 56Cigarette lighter 104Clean rear window 68

Clean windshield 68Clock 74setting, refer also to theradio or onboard com-puter Owner's Manual

Cockpit 14Code, refer to the Owner's

Cushion height 153

DData

dimensions 153

engine 152technical 152weights 154

Daytime driving lamps 89DBC Dynamic Brake

Control 115Defrost position 95, 98

Dynamic Brake Control(DBC) 115

Dynamic Stability Control(DSC) 18, 19, 80

Dynamic Traction Control

(DTC) 80

E

Electric power windows 39Electrical accessories, fail-

ure 146Electrical malfunction

Engine oiladding 126capacity 155quality 127viscosity 127

Engine oil consumption 126Engine oil level 19check 126

Engine oil pressure 18Engine oil types 127Engine speed 152Environmentally-friendly

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Manual for RadioCoin box 102Compartments 102Compression ratio 152Computer 75Condensation, removing

from windows 95, 98

Consumption 76display 72Coolant 128, 155Cooling system 155Copyright 4Cornering Brake Control

(CBC) 18, 115

Cover, refer to Cargo areacoverCruise control 69Cup holder, see Beverage

holder 103Curb weight 154

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Defrosting rear window94, 99Defrosting, windows 95, 98Digital clock 74Dimensions 153Dipstick, engine oil 126Displacement 152

Display lighting 90Displays 16Distance warning 77Door key 30Door lock buttons 34Doors

emergency operation 33

unlocking and locking 31Driving notes 115DSC Dynamic Stability

Control 18, 19, 80DTC Dynamic Traction

Control 80

fuel filler door 24sliding/tilt sunroof 42Emergency operation

doors 33fuel filler door 24sliding/tilt sunroof 42

Emissions, minimum, refer

to Energy control 71Energy control 71Engine

starting 59switching off 61

Engine compartment 124Engine coolant 155

adding 128temperature gauge 72Engine data 152

y y

driving, refer to Energycontrol 71Exterior mirrors 50Eyelet, towing 148

F

Failure messages 73

False alarm, avoiding 38Fault displays 73First-aid kit 23Flashlight 102Flat tire 117, 141Flat Tire Monitor 86Floor panel, lifting 109

Fog lamps 91Folding rear backrest 107Follow me home lamps 89Front fog lamps 91Front seat adjustment 44

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radiator 128Fuel consumption 76Fuel economy, refer to

Energy control 71

Fuel filler door 24release following an elec-trical malfunction 24

Fuel gauge 71, 72Fuel specifications 25Fuel tank capacity 155Fuel tank display 72

Headlamp flasher 90Headlamp washer system

126, 155Headlamps

automatic control 89

Heated seats 49Heating and ventilation 96High beams 21, 66, 90

replacing bulb 137Hill Descent Control

(HDC) 84Holder for

Interface socket for onboarddiagnostics 132

Interior lamps 32, 91remote control 32

Interior motion sensor 37

switching off 38Interior rearview mirror 51automatic dimmingfeature 51

Interlock 59Intermittent mode 67

Litter bag holder 103Lock, steering wheel 59Low beams 89

automatic 89replacing bulb 137

Lug wrench 141Luggage area cover, seeCargo area cover 107

Luggage compartmentcapacity 154

Lumbar support 46



Fuel tank gauge 72Fuel-injection system 152Fuses, replacing 146

G

Gasoline 25Gasoline gauge 72

Glove compartment 101Grills 92, 96Gross vehicle weight 154

HHands-free system 103Harman Kardon premium

sound system 101Hazard warning flashers 14Hazard warning triangle 23HDC Hill Descent Control 84Head airbags 52Head restraints 47

beverages 103litter bag 103Hood release 122Horn 14Hydroplaning 117

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Ice warning 75Icy roads 75Ignition key 30Ignition lock 59Imprint 4Indicator lamps 18Inflation pressure 25, 117

monitoring 85INSPECTION 73Instrument cluster 16Instrument lighting 90Instrument panel 14, 16

JJack 141Jump-starting 147

KKey Memory 58Keys 30

with remote control 30

L

Lamp, replacing 137Lashing fittings 110LATCH child-restraint

mounting system 56

Length 153License plate lampreplacing bulb 140

Light switch 89Lighter 104LIGHTS ON warning 89

MM+S tires 120Maintenance 73, 130Malfunction displays 73Manual transmission 62MC operation, refer to the

Owner's Manual for Radio

MD operation, refer to theOwner's Manual for RadioMemory 48Memory settings 58Microfilter 95, 100Microphone 103Mirror

automatic curb monitor 49Mirror defrosting 50Mirror memory 48Mirrors 50Modifications, technical 4, 5Multifunction switch 66


Everything from A to Z 161

NNavigation System, refer to

the separate Owner'sManual

Neckrest 47

OOBD interface socket 132Obstruction protection 39Odometer 71Oil

capacity 155

Onboard computer, refer tothe Owner's Manual forOnboard Computer

Onboard tool kit 136Operating elements 14

Outlets, ventilation 92, 96Outside temperature dis-play 75

P

Panic mode 32Park Distance Control

Radio, refer to the Owner'sManual for Radio

Rain sensor 67Range 76Reading lamps

front 91rear 91Rear lamps 139Rear window defroster

94, 99Rearview mirror 50Recirculated-air mode

Seat adjustment 44mechanical 44power 46

Seat heating 49Seat memory 48

Securing cargo 110Securing devices 110Selector lever, automatic

transmission 63Service and Warranty Infor-

mation Booklet 130Service interval display

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the Service and WarrantyInformation Booklet for USmodels/Warranty and Ser-

vice Guide Booklet forCanadian modelsOil consumption 126Oil dipstick 126Oil filter change 155Oil level

checking 126

indicator lamp 18Oil pressureindicator lamp 18

OIL SERVICE 73Oil types 127

(PDC) 77Parking aid 77Parking brake 61Parking lamps 89

replacing bulb 138Partition net 107PDC Park Distance

Control 77Pocket flashlight 102Pollen 95, 100Power output 152Power seat 46Power windows

safety switch 40

Pressure, tires 25, 85, 117monitoring 85

RRadiator 155

94, 99Reclining seat 44Refueling 24Remote control 31Remote control keys 30Replacement key 30Reporting safety defects 6

Reserve indicator lamp 72Reverse 62Roof load capacity 154Roof-mounted luggage

rack 111Run Flat tires 119, 145

SSafety belt height adjust-ment 48

Safety feature 39Safety instructions 5

73, 130Shiftlock 63Side airbags 52Size 153Ski bag 106Sliding/tilt sunroof 40

closing following an elec-

trical malfunction 42convenience operation 31remote control 32

Snow chains 121Socket 104Spare key 30Spare tire 141

Speedometer 16Sports seat 45Standing lamps 90Starting problems 59Starting the engine 59Steering wheel lock 59

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Everything from A to ZSteering wheel with multi-

function buttons 22Steering wheel, adjusting 50Steptronic 63Storage

refer to the Caring for yourvehicle brochure 137Storage compartments 102Stroke 152Switching off the engine 61Synthetic oils 127

Temperature displayengine coolant 72outside temperature 75

Temperature layering 95, 99Thigh support area, adjust-

ing 45Third brake lamp 140Tilt alarm sensor 32, 38

remote control 32switching off 38

Time 74Tire change 141

Turning circle 153

UUniform Tire Quality

Grading 119

VVacuum cleaner, connect-

ing 104Vehicle

break-in procedures 114starting 59

Warranty, refer to separatebooklet 6

Washer fluidrefilling 126, 155

Washer reservoir

filling 126, 155Washer/wiper system 67Water on roadways

deep water 115Wear indicator for tires 117Weights 154Wheel, changing 141



TTachometer 16, 71Tail lamp assembly

replacing bulb 139Tail lamps

replacing bulb 139Tailgate 34

emergency operation 35Tailgate lampreplacing bulb 141

Tank capacity 155Technical data 152Technical modifications 4, 5Telephone hookup 103Telephone, refer to the sep-

arate Owner's ManualTemperature adjustment

94, 98

Tire inflation pressure25, 117Tire Pressure Monitor

(TPM) 85Tire replacement 118Tools 136Torque 152

Towing eyelet 148Towing the vehicle 148TPM Tire Pressure

Monitor 85Track 153Transmission 62Transporting children

safely 54Tread depth, tires 117Tread wear indicator 117Trip odometer 71Turn signal indicator 20, 66

replacing bulb 138

switching off 61Vehicle Memory 58Vehicle storage

refer to the Caring for yourvehicle brochure

Vehicle weight 154Ventilation 92, 96

draft-free 95, 99Voice Control System, referto the separate Owner'sManual

Voice recognition 22

WWarning lamp Please fasten

safety belts 18Warning lamps 18Warning messages 73Warranty and Service

Guide 130

Wheelbase 153Wheels and tires 120Width 153Window condensation

removing 95, 98Windows

convenience operation 31

defrosting 95power 39remote control 32

Windows, defrosting 98Windshield washer reser-

voir, filling 126, 155Windshield wipers 67

Winter tires 120Wiper bladesreplacing 136

Work in the engine compart-ment 122


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RefuelingTo ensure that you always have conve-nient access to all essential informationwhen you stop for fuel, we recommendthat you fill out the adjoining chart byentering the data that apply to your

vehicle. Consult the index for individualspecifications.

Fuel

Please enter your preferred fuel here.

Engine oil

The oil volume between the two markson the dipstick corresponds to approx.

Designation

Quality



on the dipstick corresponds to approx.

1.1 US quarts/1 liter.


Summer tires Winter tires

Front Rear Front Rear

Up to 4 persons

5 persons or 4 plus luggage


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