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EnglishMobility for your BMW 3 Series 2018-2025
Mobility
In order to always ensure your mobility, you will
find important information on operating fluids,
wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside
Assistance in the following.
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Mobility
Refueling
Refueling
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
General information
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached
to the fuel filler flap.
Refuel promptly
Refuel no later than at a range of
30 miles/50 km, or operation of the engine is
not ensured and damage may occur.◀
Diesel engines
The filler neck is designed for refueling at die‐
sel fuel pumps.
Fuel cap
Closing
1. Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
Opening
1. Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.
2. Close the fuel filler flap.
Do not pinch the retaining strap
Do not pinch the retaining strap attached
to the cap; otherwise, the cap cannot be
closed properly and fuel vapors can escape.
A message is displayed if the cap is loose or
missing.◀
Manually unlocking fuel filler flap
In the event of an electrical malfunction, for ex‐
ample.
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Refueling
Mobility
1. Open the cover on the right side trim. To
do this, turn the cap.
2. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump
symbol. This releases the fuel filler flap.
Observe the following when
refueling
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Do not overfill the fuel tank
Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise
fuel may escape, causing harm to the environ‐
ment and damaging the vehicle.◀
Handling fuels
Obey safety regulations posted at the
gas station.◀
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Fuel
Fuel
Gasoline quality
BMW recommends AKI 91.
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Minimum fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 89.
Minimum fuel grade
Do not use any gasoline below the mini‐
mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per‐
formance.◀
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat‐
ing, the engine may produce knocking sounds
when starting at high outside temperatures.
This has no effect on the engine life.
Fuel recommendation
Gasoline
For the best fuel economy, the gasoline should
be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Fuel quality
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con‐
taining metal must not be used.
The use of poor-quality fuels may result
in harmful engine deposits or damage. Addi‐
tionally, problems relating to drivability, start‐
ing and stalling, especially under certain envi‐
ronmental conditions such as high ambient
temperature and high altitude, may occur.
Refuel only with unleaded gasoline with‐
out metallic additives.
Do not refuel with any leaded gasoline or gaso‐
line with metallic additives, e. g. manganese or
iron, or permanent damage to the catalytic
converter and other components.◀
If drivability problems are encountered, we rec‐
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline
brand and a higher octane grade — AKI num‐
ber — for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en‐
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to
purchase gasoline from BP or Top Tier retail‐
ers.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of
10 %, i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should satisfy the following quality
standards:
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled main‐
tenance.◀
US: ASTM 4806–xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
Diesel
Do not refuel with ethanol E85
Low-Sulfur Diesel
The engine of your BMW is designed for diesel
with low sulfur content:
Do not refuel with E85, i.e., fuel with an
ethanol content of 85 %, or with Flex Fuel, as
this would damage the engine and fuel supply
system.◀
Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel ASTM D 975-xx.
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
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Fuel
Mobility
Use only Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel.
BMW Advanced Diesel
The fraction of biodiesel in the fuel must
not exceed 5 %, referred to as B5. Do not use
gasoline. If you do fill the tank with the wrong
fuel, e.g., gasoline, do not start the engine as
this may damage the engine.◀
The concept
BMW Advanced Diesel reduces nitrogen ox‐
ides in the diesel emissions by injecting diesel
exhaust fluid reducing agent into the exhaust
system. A chemical reaction takes place inside
the catalytic converter that minimizes nitrogen
oxides.
After adding the wrong fuel, contact your serv‐
ice center or roadside assistance.
If the fuel pump nozzle does not fit in the filler
pipe of your BMW, please check to ensure that
you are refueling at a diesel fuel pump that is
equipped with a diesel fuel pump nozzle.
To be able to start the engine as usual, there
must be an adequate reducing agent.
Warming up the system
In the event the Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel fuel
cannot be fully inserted into the fuel filler neck,
please contact BMW Roadside Assistance for
instructions on how to add fuel. For more infor‐
mation on BMW Roadside Assistance, refer to
In order to warm the engine up to its operating
temperature after a cold start, the automatic
transmission may subsequently shift up to the
next higher gear.
Displays: in the Control Display
Range and refilling quantity
The range until the latest refueling time is dis‐
played in the Control Display.
Winter diesel
To ensure that the diesel engine remains op‐
erational in the winter, use winter diesel.
It is available at gas stations during winter
months.
Reducing agent can be refilled at any time. The
quantity to be added appears in the Control
Display.
The fuel filter heating system, included as a
standard feature, prevents disruption of the
fuel supply while driving.
1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Diesel Exhaust Fluid"
Do not add any diesel additives
Do not add additives, including gasoline;
otherwise, engine damage may occur.◀
Displays in the instrument cluster
Reserve display
This display in the instrument cluster provides
information about the distance that can still be
driven with the current reserve level.
The reserve indication is dis‐
played starting at approx.
1,000 miles/1,600 km remaining
range.
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Fuel
Refill in good time
Diesel exhaust fluid at low
temperatures
Due to its physical properties, it is possible
that reducing agent may also need to be re‐
plenished between regular maintenance ap‐
pointments if it is exposed to temperatures be‐
low + 23 ℉/- 5 ℃.
The reducing agent must be replenished
as soon as the Reserve display appears, other‐
wise the engine cannot be restarted.◀
Diesel exhaust fluid on minimum
The engine will continue to run
even when the display shows --,
as long as it is not switched off
and all other operating condi‐
tions are satisfied, sufficient fuel
for example.
The need to replenish it is indicated by the Re‐
serve display in the instrument cluster.
Replenishing Diesel exhaust fluid
yourself in exceptional cases
You can replenish reducing agent yourself in
exceptional cases, e.g., to get to the service
center.
Engine does not start
Do not continue driving to the limit of the
remaining travel distance. Otherwise, you will
not be able to restart the engine after switch‐
ing it off.◀
Avoid contact with Diesel exhaust fluid
Do not come into contact with the reduc‐
ing agent. Otherwise, skin or eye irritations
may result.◀
Filling with incorrect fuel
A Check Control message is displayed when
the tank is filled with the incorrect fuel.
Handling Diesel exhaust fluid
When working with reducing agent in
closed spaces, ensure good ventilation. When
the bottle or container is opened, acrid smell‐
ing fumes may escape.◀
After adding the wrong fuel, contact your serv‐
ice center.
Have the diesel exhaust fluid
replenished
Keeping Diesel exhaust fluid out of reach
of children
The reducing agent is added by the service
center within the context of regular mainte‐
nance. Provided you observe this maintenance
schedule, it is normally necessary to replenish
the fluid once between maintenance appoint‐
ments.
Keep reducing agent out of reach of children◀
Avoid contact with surfaces
Avoid contact of reducing agent with sur‐
faces of the vehicle. Damage could result.◀
It may be necessary to have the fluid replen‐
ished several times under particular circum‐
stances, for example, if the vehicle is driven in
a particularly sporty style or if it is driven at
high altitudes.
Suitable Diesel exhaust fluid
▷
Preferred: BMW Diesel Exhaust Fluid. With
this bottle and its special adapter, Diesel
exhaust fluid can be replenished simply
and safely.
The reducing agent must be replenished as
soon as the reserve display appears in the in‐
strument cluster to avoid not being able to re‐
start the engine.
▷
Alternative: NOx reduction agent AUS 32
Diesel exhaust fluid can be purchased at your
Service Center.
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Fuel
Mobility
The container is full when the fill level in
the bottle no longer changes. It is not pos‐
sible to overfill.
Refill quantity
Refill quantity when the Reserve display first
appears:
Max. 3 gallons/11.3 liters
Tank for reducing agent
5. Pull back the bottle, see arrow, and un‐
screw it.
The tank for the reducing agent is located next
to the fuel tank.
Adding engine oil
2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise and re‐
move.
3. Place the bottle on it and turn it as far as it
will go, see arrow.
6. Replace the fuel cap and turn it clockwise.
7. Close the fuel filler flap.
After adding Diesel exhaust fluid
Note
Incorrect fluids
After filling with incorrect fluids, such as
antifreeze for washer water, do not start the
engine, otherwise there is risk of fire.◀
Contact your service center.
4. Press the bottle down, see arrow.
The vehicle container will be filled.
Disposing of bottles
You take your empty Diesel exhaust
fluid bottles to your Service Center for
disposal.
Do not dispose of empty bottles with house‐
hold waste unless this is permitted by local
regulations.
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Fuel
Reserve indication
The Reserve indication will still
appear when the engine is
started after refilling. After sev‐
eral minutes of driving, the Re‐
serve indication goes out.
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Wheels and tires
Mobility
Wheels and tires
Pressure specifications
Vehicle equipment
The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem‐
perature. Pressure specifications apply to ap‐
proved tire sizes and recommended tire
brands. This information can be obtained from
your service center.
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
please note the following:
▷
▷
Tire sizes of your vehicle.
Tire inflation pressure
Maximum permitted driving speed.
Safety information
Tire inflation pressures up to
100 mph/160 km/h
The tire characteristics and tire inflation pres‐
sure influence the following:
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for
optimum driving comfort, note the pressure
values in the tire inflation pressure table, refer
▷
▷
▷
The service life of the tires.
Road safety.
Driving comfort.
Checking the pressure
Only check the tire inflation pressure when the
tires are cold. This means after driving no more
than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has
been parked for at least 2 hours. When the
tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure is
higher.
Check the tire inflation pressure regularly
Regularly check the tire inflation pres‐
sure, and correct it as needed: at least twice a
month and before a long trip. If you fail to ob‐
serve this precaution, you may be driving on
tires with incorrect tire pressures, a condition
that may not only compromise your vehicle's
driving stability, but also lead to tire damage
and the risk of an accident.◀
These pressure values can also be found on
the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's
door pillar.
Maximum permissible speed
Do not exceed 100 mph/160 km/h; other‐
wise, tire damage and accidents may result.◀
After correcting the tire inflation pressure:
▷
▷
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor.
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Wheels and tires
Tire inflation pressure values up to
100 mph/160 km/h
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.5 / 36
-
-
320i
3.0 / 44
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
320i xDrive
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
2.2 / 32
2.4 / 35
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
2.2 / 32
2.4 / 35
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.4 / 35
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
2.2 / 32
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.4 / 35
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.4/ 35
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.2 / 32
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.4 / 35
2.2 / 32
Rear:
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.5 / 36
-
-
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
3.0 / 44
2.4 / 35
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.5 / 36
-
-
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
3.0 / 44
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
328i, 328i xDrive
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
335i, 335i xDrive
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
2.2 / 32
2.4 / 35
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
2.6 / 38
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
2.4 / 35
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.4 / 35
2.4 / 35
Rear:
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.4 / 35
-
-
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.6 / 38
2.2 / 32
Rear:
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.6 / 38
-
-
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
3.0 / 44
2.4 / 35
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.5 / 36
-
-
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
3.0 / 44
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
328d, 328d xDrive
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Tire inflation pressures at max.
speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
Speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
2.2 / 32
2.4 / 35
In order to drive at maximum speeds in
excess of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe,
and, if necessary, adjust tire pressures for
speeds exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the
relevant table on the following pages. Other‐
wise tire damage and accidents could occur.◀
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
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Mobility
Tire inflation pressure values over
100 mph/160 km/h
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
320i, 320i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.4 / 35
-
-
2.6 / 38
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.5 / 36
-
-
3.0 / 44
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
2.7 / 39
2.9 /42
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
4.2 / 60
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.4 / 35
+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.2 / 32
-
-
2.4 / 35
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.4 / 35
-
-
2.4 / 35
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
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Wheels and tires
With high-speed tuning feature
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.4 / 35
-
91 Y RSC
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
-
2.4 / 35
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.4 / 35
-
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.2 / 32
+S A/S RSC
2.7 / 39
2.9 /42
89 Y RSC
-
2.6 / 38
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
2.4 / 35
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.5 / 36
-
90 Y XL RSC
-
3.0 / 44
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Front: 225/50 R 17 2.2 / 32
-
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
94 W RSC
-
2.4 / 35
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
4.2 / 60
328i
Without high-speed tuning feature
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.4 / 35
+S A/S RSC
2.9 /42
3.1 / 45
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.6 / 38
+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
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Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.4 / 35
-
-
Front: 225/50 R 17 2.4 / 35
-
94 W RSC
2.6 / 38
-
2.6 / 38
Rear:
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.6 / 38
-
-
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.6 / 38
-
91 Y RSC
2.6 / 38
-
2.6 / 38
Rear:
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.6 / 38
-
-
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.6 / 38
-
89 Y RSC
2.8 / 41
-
2.8 / 41
Rear:
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.7 / 39
-
-
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.7 / 39
-
90 Y XL RSC
3.2 / 46
-
3.2 / 46
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
4.2 / 60
With high-speed tuning feature
328i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/50 R 17 94 H M 2.4 / 35
+S RSC
2.9 /42
3.1 / 45
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.4 / 35
+S A/S RSC
2.9 /42
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
2.6 / 38
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
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Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.6 / 38
+S A/S RSC
3.1 / 45
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H M 2.4 / 35
+S RSC
2.9 /42
3.1 / 45
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.4 / 35
-
-
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
2.6 / 38
2.6 / 38
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
Front: 225/50 R 17 2.4 / 35
-
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.6 / 38
-
-
94 W RSC
-
2.6 / 38
2.6 / 38
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.6 / 38
-
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.6 / 38
-
-
91 Y RSC
-
2.6 / 38
2.8 / 41
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.6 / 38
-
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.7 / 39
-
-
89 Y RSC
-
2.8 / 41
3.2 / 46
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.7 / 39
-
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
90 Y XL RSC
-
3.2 / 46
4.2 / 60
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
With high-speed tuning feature
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
335i
Without high-speed tuning feature
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.7 / 39
+S A/S RSC
3.2 / 46
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
2.7 / 39
3.2 / 46
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.7 / 39
-
91 Y RSC
-
2.8 / 41
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.7 / 39
-
-
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
2.8 / 41
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.7 / 39
-
89 Y RSC
-
3.0 / 44
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.7 / 39
-
-
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
3.0 / 44
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.9 /42
-
90 Y XL RSC
-
3.4 / 49
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.9 /42
-
-
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
3.4 / 49
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
335i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
With high-speed tuning feature
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Wheels and tires
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.7 / 39
+S A/S RSC
3.2 / 46
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
2.7 / 39
3.2 / 46
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.7 / 39
-
91 Y RSC
-
2.8 / 41
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.7 / 39
-
-
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
2.8 / 41
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.7 / 39
-
89 Y RSC
-
3.0 / 44
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.7 / 39
-
-
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
3.0 / 44
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.9 /42
-
90 Y XL RSC
-
3.4 / 49
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.9 /42
-
-
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
3.4 / 49
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
4.2 / 60
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
328d, 328d xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
With high-speed tuning feature
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With high-speed tuning feature
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifications
in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/50 R 17 94 V M 2.4 / 35
+S A/S RSC
2.9 /42
3.1 / 45
225/50 R 17 94 H M 2.4 / 35
+S RSC
2.9 /42
3.1 / 45
225/50 R 17 94 H M
+S RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
2.6 / 38
225/45 R 18 91 V M 2.6 / 38
+S A/S RSC
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
225/45 R 18 91 Y
RSC
Front: 225/50 R 17 2.4 / 35
-
225/45 R 18 95 V M
+S XL RSC
94 W RSC
-
2.6 / 38
Rear:
Front: 225/50 R 17
94 W RSC
2.4 / 35
-
-
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
2.6 / 38
Rear:
255/45 R 17 98 W
RSC
Front: 225/45 R 18 2.6 / 38
-
91 Y RSC
-
2.6 / 38
Rear:
Front: 225/45 R 18
91 Y RSC
2.6 / 38
-
-
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
2.6 / 38
Rear:
255/40 R 18 95 Y
RSC
Front: 225/40 R 19 2.6 / 38
-
89 Y RSC
-
2.8 / 41
Rear:
Front: 225/40 R 19
89 Y RSC
2.6 / 38
-
-
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
2.8 / 41
Rear:
255/35 R 19 92 Y
RSC
Front: 225/35 R 20 2.7 / 39
-
90 Y XL RSC
-
3.2 / 46
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
Front: 225/35 R 20
90 Y XL RSC
2.7 / 39
-
-
3.2 / 46
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Rear: 255/30 R 20
92 Y XL RSC
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
Compact wheel
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 17 102
M
4.2 / 60
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Wheels and tires
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
Tire identification marks
Tire size
245/45 R 18 96 Y
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
245: nominal width in mm
45: aspect ratio in %
All passenger car tires must conform to Fed‐
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these
grades.
R: radial tire code
18: rim diameter in inches
96: load rating, not for ZR tires
Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐
ernment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one and one-half, 1 g,
times as well on the government course as a
tire graded 100. The relative performance of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and may depart signifi‐
cantly from the norm due to variations in driv‐
ing habits, service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
Speed letter
T = up to 118 mph, 190 km/h
H = up to 131 mph, 210 km/h
V = up to 150 mph, 240 km/h
W = up to 167 mph, 270 km/h
Y = up to 186 mph, 300 km/h
Tire Identification Number
DOT code: DOT xxxx xxx 1013
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
1013: tire age
Traction
The traction grades, from highest to lowest,
are AA, A, B, and C.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured under
controlled conditions on specified government
test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire
marked C may have poor traction performance.
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of
the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Tire age
DOT … 1013: the tire was manufactured in the
10th week 2013.
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction tests,
and does not include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Recommendation
Regardless of wear, replace tires at least every
6 years.
Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the ma‐
terial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperature can lead to
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable
on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
For example: Treadwear 200; Traction AA;
Temperature A
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sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds
to a level of performance which all passenger
car tires must meet under the Federal Motor
Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band
A represent higher levels of performance on
the laboratory test wheel than the minimum re‐
quired by law.
Minimum tread depth
Temperature grade for this tire
The temperature grade for this tire is es‐
tablished for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinfla‐
tion, or excessive loading, either separately or
in combination, can cause heat buildup and
possible tire failure.
Wear indicators are distributed around the
tire's circumference and have the legally re‐
quired minimum height of 0.063 in/1.6 mm.
They are marked on the side of the tire with
TWI, Tread Wear Indicator.
If necessary, have the vehicle towed.◀
RSC – Run-flat tires
with a circular symbol containing the letters
RSC marked on the sidewall.
Tire damage
General information
Inspect your tires often for damage, foreign
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
M+S
Winter and all-season tires with better cold
weather performance than summer tires.
Notes
Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces,
as well as debris, curbs and other obstacles
can cause serious damage to wheels, tires and
suspension parts. This is more likely to occur
with low-profile tires, which provide less cush‐
ioning between the wheel and the road. Be
careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your
speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped
with low-profile tires.
Tire tread
Summer tires
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.12 in/3 mm.
There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if
the tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm.
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐
fects:
Winter tires
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.16 in/4 mm.
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▷
Unusual vibrations during driving.
Unusual handling such as a strong ten‐
dency to pull to the left or right.
Below a tread depth of 0.16 in/4 mm, tires are
less suitable for winter operation.
Damage can, e. g., be caused by driving over
curbs, road damage, or similar things.
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Wheels and tires
In case of tire damage
Approved wheels and tires
If there are indications of tire damage, re‐
duce your speed immediately and have the
wheels and tires checked right away; other‐
wise, there is the increased risk of an accident.
The manufacturer of your vehicle recom‐
mends that you use only wheels and tires that
have been approved for your particular vehicle
model.
Drive carefully to the nearest service center. If
necessary, have the vehicle towed.
For example, despite having the same official
size ratings, variations can lead to body con‐
tact and with it, the risk of severe accidents.
Otherwise, tire damage can be life-threatening
for vehicle occupants and other traffic partici‐
pants.◀
The manufacturer of your vehicle cannot eval‐
uate non-approved wheels and tires to deter‐
mine if they are suited for use, and therefore
cannot ensure the operating safety of the vehi‐
cle if they are mounted.◀
Repair of tire damage
For safety reasons, the manufacturer of
your vehicle recommends that you do not have
damaged tires repaired; they should be re‐
placed. Otherwise, damage can occur as a re‐
sult.◀
Recommended tire brands
Changing wheels and tires
Mounting
Information on mounting tires
Have mounting and balancing performed
only by a service center.
For each tire size, the manufacturer of your ve‐
hicle recommends certain tire brands. These
can be identified by a star on the tire sidewall.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
With proper use, these tires meet the highest
standards for safety and handling.
Wheel and tire combination
New tires
Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐
tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be
obtained from your service center.
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do not achieve their full
traction potential until after an initial breaking-
in period.
Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair
the function of a variety of systems such as
ABS or DSC.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐
sponse, use only tires with a single tread con‐
figuration from a single manufacturer.
Retreaded tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Following tire damage, have the original wheel
and tire combination remounted on the vehicle
as soon as possible.
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Retreaded tires
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease and fuels.
Possibly substantial variations in the de‐
sign and age of the tire casing structures can
limit service life and have a negative impact on
road safety.◀
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Run-flat tires
Winter tires
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
winter tires for winter roads or at temperatures
below +45 ℉/+7 ℃.
Label
Although so-called all-season M+S tires do
provide better winter traction than summer
tires, they do not provide the same level of per‐
formance as winter tires.
Maximum speed of winter tires
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then display a corresponding sign in the field
of vision. You can obtain this sign from the tire
specialist or from your service center.
RSC label on the tire sidewall.
The wheels are composed of special rims and
tires that are self-supporting, to a limited de‐
gree.
Maximum speed for winter tires
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to
remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a pressure loss.
Do not exceed the maximum speed for
the winter tires; otherwise, tire damage and ac‐
cidents can occur.◀
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 102.
Run-flat tires
If you are already using run-flat tires, for your
own safety you should replace them only with
the same kind. No spare tire is available in the
case of a flat tire. Your service center will be
glad to advise you.
Continued driving with a damaged tire, refer to
page 99.
Changing run-flat tires
For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No
spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire.
Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Rotating wheels between axles
The manufacturer of your vehicle advises
against switching wheels between the front
and rear axles.
Snow chains
This can impair the handling characteristics.
Fine-link snow chains
Storage
Only certain types of fine-link snow chains
have been tested by the manufacturer of your
vehicle, classified as road-safe and recom‐
mended.
Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with
as little exposure to light as possible.
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Wheels and tires
Consult your service center for more informa‐
tion.
Use
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:
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▷
▷
▷
205/60 R 16.
225/55 R 16.
225/50 R 17.
225/45 R 18.
Follow the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Make sure that the snow chains are always
sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐
ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
Do not initialize the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting snow chains, as doing so may result
in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control if necessary.
Maximum speed with snow chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h
when using snow chains.
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Mobility
Engine compartment
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
Important features in the engine compartment
1
2
3
4
5
Jump-starting, negative terminal
Vehicle identification number
Washer fluid reservoir
6
7
Oil filler neck
Coolant reservoir
The coolant reservoir for 6-cylinder and
diesel engines is located on the opposite
side of the engine compartment.
Jump-starting, positive terminal
Engine compartment fuse box
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Engine compartment
Indicator/warning lamps
When the hood is opened, a Check Control
message is displayed.
Hood
Hints
Working in the engine compartment
Closing the hood
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the
necessary professional technical training.
If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
If this work is not carried out properly, there is
the danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀
Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16
in/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
Never reach into the engine compart‐
ment
The hood must audibly engage on both sides.
Never reach into the intermediate spaces or
gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise,
there is risk of injury, e.g., from rotating or hot
parts.◀
Hood open when driving
If you see any signs that the hood is not
completely closed while driving, pull over im‐
mediately and close it securely.◀
Fold down wiper arm
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms are against the windshield, or this
may result in damage.◀
Danger of pinching
Make sure that the closing path of the
hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
Opening the hood
1. Pull lever in the interior:
Engine is released, arrow 1.
2. After the lever is released, pull the lever
again:
Hood can be opened, arrow 2.
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Engine oil
Mobility
Engine oil
3.
"Engine oil level"
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Oil level display messages
Different messages appear on the display de‐
pending on the oil level. Pay attention to these
messages.
If oil level is too low, immediately add 1 US
quart/liter of oil.
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Too much engine oil
General information
Have the vehicle checked immediately;
otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
the driving style and driving conditions. When
a sporty driving style is used, the engine oil
consumption, for example, is clearly higher.
Detailed measurement
The concept
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling.
In the detailed measurement the oil level is
checked and displayed via a scale.
Checking the oil level
electronically
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Status display
General information
A detailed measurement is only possible with
certain engines.
The concept
The oil level is monitored electronically during
driving and shown on the Control Display.
Requirements
If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a
check control message is displayed.
▷
▷
▷
Manual transmission: shift lever in neutral
position, clutch and accelerator pedals not
depressed.
Requirements
Automatic transmission: selector lever in
transmission position N or P and accelera‐
tor not depressed.
Depending on the previous displays, the status
display is displayed when the engine is running
or after the vehicle has been driven for at least
30 minutes.
Vehicle is on a level road and the engine is
running at operating temperature.
Displaying the oil level
1. "Vehicle Info"
2. "Vehicle status"
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Engine oil
Performing a detailed measurement
In order to perform a detailed measurement of
the engine oil level:
Oil types for refilling
Hints
No oil additives
1. "Vehicle Info"
Oil additives may lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Measure engine oil level"
4. "Start measurement"
Viscosity grades for engine oils
The oil level is checked and displayed via a
scale.
When selecting an engine oil, ensure that
the engine oil belongs to one of the viscosity
grades SAE 0W-40, SAE 0W-30, SAE 5W-40,
and SAE 5W-30 or malfunctions or engine
damage may occur.◀
Duration: approx. 1 minute.
Adding engine oil
The engine oil quality is critical for the life of
the engine.
Filler neck
Some types of oils in some cases are not avail‐
able in all countries.
Approved oil types
Gasoline engine
BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30.
BMW Longlife-01.
BMW Longlife-01 FE.
When the indicator lights up in the instrument
cluster, add 1 US quart/liter of engine oil within
the next 125 miles/200 km.
Diesel engine
BMW Longlife-04.
Do not add too much engine oil
When too much engine oil is added, im‐
mediately have the vehicle checked, otherwise,
this may cause engine damage.◀
Additional information about the approved
types of oils can be requested from the service
center.
Protect children
Alternative oil types
Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐
dren and heed the warnings on the containers
to prevent health risks.◀
If the approved engine oils are not available, up
to 1 US quart/liter of an oil with the following
specification can be added:
Gasoline engine
API SM or superior grade specification.
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Diesel engine
API ILSAC GF-5.
Oil change
An oil change should be carried out by your
service center only.
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Coolant
Coolant
Adding engine oil
1. Let the engine cool.
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
2. Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir
slightly counterclockwise to allow any ex‐
cess pressure to dissipate, and then open
it.
General information
Danger of burns from hot engine
Do not open the cooling system while
the engine is hot; otherwise, escaping coolant
may cause burns.◀
3. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up
to the specified level; do not overfill.
Suitable additives
4. Turn the cap until there is an audible click.
The arrows on the coolant reservoir and
the cap must point towards one another.
Only use suitable additives; otherwise,
engine damage may occur. The additives are
harmful to your health.◀
5. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐
nated as soon as possible.
Coolant consists of water and additives.
Not all commercially available additives are
suitable for your vehicle. Ask your service cen‐
ter for suitable additives.
Disposal
Comply with the relevant environmen‐
tal protection regulations when dispos‐
ing of coolant and coolant additives.
Coolant level
Checking
Marks are provided on the side of the coolant
reservoir.
Symbol
Meaning
Maximum
Minimum
1. Let the engine cool.
2. The coolant level is correct when it is be‐
tween these two marks.
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Mobility
Maintenance
Storage periods
Vehicle equipment
Storage periods during which the vehicle bat‐
tery was disconnected are not taken into ac‐
count.
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
If this occurs, have a service center update the
time-dependent maintenance procedures,
such as checking brake fluid and, if necessary,
changing the engine oil and the microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter.
BMW Maintenance System
Service history
The maintenance system directs you to re‐
quired maintenance measures and thereby
supports you in maintaining road safety and
the operational reliability of the vehicle.
Perform maintenance work at the service cen‐
ter and have them recorded in the vehicle data.
The entries are like a service booklet of the
documentation of regular maintenance.
Displaying entered maintenance work on the
Control Display, refer to page 81.
Condition Based Service
CBS
Sensors and special algorithms take into ac‐
count the driving conditions of your vehicle.
Based on this, Condition Based Service deter‐
mines the maintenance requirements.
Service and Warranty
Information Booklet for US
models and Warranty and
Service Guide Booklet for
Canadian models
Please consult your Service and Warranty In‐
formation Booklet for US models and Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els for additional information on service re‐
quirements.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance you need to your user
profile.
Detailed information on service requirements,
refer to page 80, can be displayed on the Con‐
trol Display.
Service data in the remote control
Maintenance and repair should be performed
by your service center. Make sure to have reg‐
ular maintenance procedures recorded in the
vehicle's Service and Warranty Information
Booklet for US models, and in the Warranty
and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐
els. These entries are proof of regular mainte‐
nance.
Information on the required maintenance is
continuously stored in the remote control.
Your service center will read out this data and
suggest the right array of service procedures
for your vehicle.
Therefore, hand your service specialist the re‐
mote control with which the vehicle was driven
most recently.
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Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for
checking the primary components in the vehi‐
cle emissions.
Emissions
▷
The warning lamp lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have
the vehicle checked as soon as
possible.
Canadian model: warning light indi‐
cates the engine symbol.
▷
The warning lamp flashes under certain
circumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive mis‐
firing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the
system checked immediately; otherwise,
serious engine misfiring within a brief pe‐
riod can seriously damage emission con‐
trol components, in particular the catalytic
converter.
Fuel cap
The indicator lamp lights up.
If the fuel cap is not properly tightened,
the OBD system may conclude that
fuel vapor is escaping. If the cap is then tight‐
ened, the display should go out in a short time.
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3. Squeeze the retainer spring, arrow 1, and
fold up the wiper blade, arrow 2.
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Onboard vehicle tool kit
4. Remove the wiper blade forward from the
catch.
5. Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order
of removal until it locks in place.
6. Fold down the wipers.
Folding down wipers before opening the
hood
Before opening the hood, ensure that the
wiper arms with the wiper blades are against
the windshield to prevent damage.◀
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located on the
right side in the cargo area in a storage com‐
partment. Open the cover.
Lamp and bulb replacement
Wiper blade replacement
Hints
Note
Lamps and bulbs
Do not fold down the wipers without
wiper blades
Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu‐
tion to vehicle safety.
Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades
have not been installed; this may damage the
windshield.◀
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you entrust corresponding procedures to
the service center if you are unfamiliar with
them or they are not described here.
You can obtain a selection of replacement
bulbs at the service center.
Replacing the wiper blades
1. To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer
to page 68, the wiper arms.
2. Fold up and hold the wiper arm firmly.
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Danger of burns
Headlamp glass
Only change bulbs when they are cool;
otherwise, there is the danger of getting
burned.◀
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐
ternal lamps in cool or humid weather. When
driving with the light switched on, the conden‐
sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐
lamp glasses do not need to be changed.
Working on the lighting system
When working on the lighting system,
you should always switch off the lights af‐
fected to prevent short circuits.
If the headlamps do not dim despite driving
with the light switched on, increasing humidity
forms, e. g. water droplets in the light, have the
service center check this.
To avoid possible injury or equipment damage
when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions
provided by the bulb manufacturer.◀
Headlamp setting
The headlamp adjustments can be affected by
changing lamps and bulbs. Therefore after a
change, have the headlamp setting checked
and corrected by Service.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement
on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system,
including bulb replacement, performed only by
a service center. Due to the high voltage
present in the system, there is the danger of
fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀
Front lamps, bulb replacement
Halogen headlamps
Do not touch the bulbs
Do not touch the glass of new bulbs with
your bare hands, as even minute amounts of
contamination will burn into the bulb's surface
and reduce its service life.
Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar,
or hold the bulb by its base.◀
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs)
1
2
3
4
5
Parking lamps
Light-emitting diodes installed behind a cover
serve as the light source for controls, display
elements and other equipment.
High beams/headlamp flasher
Low beams
Turn signal
These light-emitting diodes, which are related
to conventional lasers, are officially designated
as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Daytime running lights
Do not remove the covers
Do not remove the covers, and never
stare into the unfiltered light for several hours;
otherwise, irritation of the retina could result.◀
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Accessing the turn signals and low beams
Low beams
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
55-watt bulb, H7.
1. Turn the cap counterclockwise and re‐
move.
1. In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐
ets and remove the cover.
2. Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it
from the holder and remove.
Turn signal
21-watt bulb, PY21W
1. If necessary, pull the inside trim of the
wheel house slightly inward. Turn the bulb
holder counterclockwise and remove.
3. Pull the connector off the bulb.
4. Attach the connector to the new bulb.
5. First insert the bulb at the top with the
strap, arrow 1, and then press down firmly,
arrow 2. Make sure that the bulb snaps into
place.
2. Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.
3. Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.
4. Attach the cover to the wheel house.
6. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
7. Attach the cover to the wheel house.
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Accessing the daytime running lights, high
beams/headlamp flasher and parking
lamps
High beams/headlamp flasher
55-watt bulb, H7.
1. Tilt the bulb down and then up to loosen it
from the holder and remove.
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
2. Turn the cap counterclockwise and re‐
move.
2. Pull the connector off the bulb.
3. Attach the connector to the new bulb.
4. First insert the bulb at the top with the
strap, arrow 1, and then press down firmly,
arrow 2. Make sure that the bulb snaps into
place.
Parking lamps
6-watt bulb, H6W.
1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove.
5. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
2. Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.
3. To insert the bulb and bulb holder, proceed
in reverse order of removal. Make sure that
the bulb holder snaps into place.
4. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
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Headlamps
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Daytime running lights
24-watt bulb, PW24W.
1. If necessary, remove the high beam bulb
connector.
2. Remove the bulb holder.
1
2
3
Parking lamps / daytime running lights
Low beams/high beams/headlamp flasher
Turn signal
Low beams and high beams are designed with
xenon technology.
3. Remove the bulb from the bulb holder.
4. To insert the new bulb, proceed in reverse
order of removal. During insertion, the bot‐
tom of the bulb holder must be facing
downward. Make sure that the bulb holder
snaps into place.
The parking lamps and daylight running lights
are made using LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
5. Attach the high beam bulb connector.
Turn signal
6. Close the headlamp housing with the cap.
Make sure that the cap engages.
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
Xenon headlamps
Xenon headlamps
Because of the long life of these bulbs, the
likelihood of failure is very low. Switching the
lamps on and off frequently shortens their life.
If a bulb fails, switch on the front fog lamps and
continue the trip with great care. Comply with
local regulations.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement
on xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system,
including bulb replacement, performed only by
a service center. Due to the high voltage
present in the system, there is the danger of
fatal injuries if work is carried out improperly.◀
For checking and adjusting headlamp aim,
please contact your BMW center.
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21-watt bulb, PY21W
Carefully raise the wheel house panel, ar‐
row 2.
1. In the wheel house, loosen the two brack‐
ets and remove the cover.
2. Pull off the bulb connector, arrow 1.
Turn the bulb, arrow 2.
2. If necessary, pull the inside trim of the
wheel house slightly inward. Turn the bulb
holder counterclockwise and remove.
Left side of vehicle: turn clockwise.
Right side of vehicle: turn counterclock‐
wise.
Remove the bulb.
3. Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn
counterclockwise and remove.
4. Install the new bulb and bulb holder in re‐
verse order of removal.
3. Insert the new bulb, connect the connector
and screw on the wheel house panel.
5. Attach the cover to the wheel house.
Turn signal in exterior mirror
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
Front fog lamps
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature
LED technology. Contact your service center
in the event of a malfunction.
35-watt bulb, H8.
1. Use the back side of the screwdriver from
the onboard vehicle tool kit to remove the
three wheel house panel screws, arrow 1.
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Removing the exterior tail lamp
Tail lamps, bulb replacement
At a glance
1. Open trunk lid.
2. Use the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐
hicle tool kit to loosen the screw, arrow 1,
and remove the cover, arrow 2.
1
2
3
4
5
Turn signal
Reversing lamp
Inside brake lamp
Tail lamps
3. Use the screwdriver handle to loosen the
two nuts, arrows 1 and 2, and remove. The
tail lamp is still attached to a rubber mount
on the outside.
Outside brake lamp
Bulb replacement, exterior tail lamps
General information
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
Turn signal: 21-watt bulb, P21W.
Outer brake lamp: 21-watt bulb, H21W.
The tail lamps feature LED technology. Con‐
tact your service center in the event of a mal‐
function.
4. Grasp the inner edge of the tail lamp and
carefully swing it back and out of the rub‐
ber mount, arrow 1. Use your free hand to
hold it in place in order to prevent the tail
lamp from coming loose suddenly. Make
sure that the foam rubber sealing ring is on
the centering pin, arrow 2.
Use caution when replacing the bulb
Use caution and proceed one step at a
time when replacing the bulbs to prevent dam‐
age to the tail lamps or vehicle.◀
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5. Remove the connecting line from the clip
on the bulb holder.
component, arrow 2. Make sure that the
tail lamp engages in the rubber mount.
6. Release the catch at the top on the con‐
nector of the connecting line and remove
the connector from the bulb holder.
Replacing the bulbs
1. Loosen the four fasteners, arrow 1, on the
bulb holder and remove the bulb holder
from the tail lamp, arrow 2.
4. Screw the tail lamp on with the two nuts.
5. Fit the cover in place and screw onto the
fastener. Make sure that the tubular seal is
not pinched.
Lamps in the trunk lid
General information
2. Press the defective bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
3. Proceed in the reverse order to insert the
new bulb and attach the bulb holder. Make
sure that the bulb holder engages in all fas‐
teners.
Reversing lamps: 21-watt bulb, P21W.
Inner brake lamps: 21-watt bulb, H21W
Accessing the lamps
1. Use the screwdriver from the onboard ve‐
hicle tool kit to loosen and completely re‐
move the six screws on the trim.
Installing the tail lamp
1. Connect the connecting line to the tail
lamp and secure the bulb holder in the clip.
2. Make sure that the foam rubber sealing
ring is on the centering pin, arrow 2, and is
not damaged.
3. Position and firmly press the outer part of
the tail lamp onto the rubber mount, ar‐
row 1 and the inner part onto the centering
2. Carefully loosen the trim from the trunk lid,
starting at the edge and working toward
the area around the recessed grips. Make
sure that the trim does not become stuck.
3. Carefully swing out the trim.
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Replacing the reversing lamp and inner
brake lamp
Changing wheels
1. Loosen the two fasteners, arrow 1 and pull
down on the lamp holder to remove, ar‐
row 2.
Hints
The vehicle equipment does not include a
spare tire.
When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire
does not need to be changed immediately in
the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
accessories from your service center.
Jacking points for the vehicle jack
2. Press the defective bulb gently into the
socket, turn counterclockwise and remove.
3. Insert the new bulb.
Installing the bulb holder
1. Slide the bulb holder onto the two guide
pins, arrow 1. Insert the two contacts, ar‐
row 2, into the connections, arrow 3.
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated at the positions shown.
Vehicle battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐
trolyte will last for the life of the battery.
Your service center will be glad to advise you
on questions regarding the battery.
2. Press on the bulb holder. Make sure that
the two exterior fasteners latch into place.
3. Swing the trim back onto the trunk lid and
secure.
Battery replacement
Use approved vehicle batteries only
Only use vehicle batteries that have been
approved for your vehicle by the manufacturer;
otherwise, the vehicle could be damaged and
systems or functions may not be fully availa‐
ble.◀
Tail lamp, license plate lamp and
central brake lamp
Follow the general instructions on lamps and
These lamps are made using LED technology.
Contact your service center in the event of a
malfunction.
After a battery replacement, have the battery
registered on the vehicle by your service cen‐
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ter to ensure that all comfort functions are fully
available and that any Check Control mes‐
sages of these comfort functions are no longer
displayed.
Disposing of old batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by your
service center or bring them to a recy‐
cling center.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
Charging the battery
Note
Do not plug chargers into the socket
Do not connect battery chargers to the
factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this
may damage the battery.◀
Fuses
Notes
Replacing fuses
General information
Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and
do not replace a defective fuse with a substi‐
tute of another color or amperage rating; this
could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐
sulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀
Make sure that the battery is always suffi‐
ciently charged to guarantee that the battery
remains usable for its full service life.
The battery may need to be charged in the fol‐
lowing cases:
Plastic tweezers and information on the fuse
types and locations are stored in the fuse box
in the cargo area.
▷
When making frequent short-distance
drives.
▷
If the vehicle is not used for prolonged pe‐
riods, longer than a month.
In the engine compartment
1. Use the onboard vehicle tool kit to loosen
the three cover screws, arrow 1.
Starting aid terminals
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Power failure
After a temporary power loss, some equipment
needs to be reinitialized.
Individual settings need to be reprogrammed:
▷
Seat and mirror memory: store the posi‐
tions again.
2. Pull up the holder, arrow 2.
▷
▷
▷
Time: update.
Date: update.
Radio station: saving new, see user's
manual for Navigation, Entertainment and
Communication.
▷
Navigation system: wait for the operability
of the navigation.
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3. Remove the cover from one side, arrow 3.
4. Press the four fasteners and remove the
cover.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet.
Attaching the covers
1. When attaching the cover, make sure that
all four fasteners are engaged.
2. Attach the cover under the rubber lip and
then thread it between the bars.
3. Press down on the holder and tighten the
three screws.
In the cargo area
Raise the cargo floor panel.
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Breakdown assistance
Hints
Vehicle equipment
Emergency Request not guaranteed
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
For technical reasons, the Emergency
Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor‐
able conditions.◀
Initiating an Emergency Request
Hazard warning flashers
1. Press the cover briefly to open it.
2. Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.
▷
The LED lights up: an Emergency Request
was initiated.
The button is located in the center console.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab‐
lished.
Intelligent Emergency
Request
▷
The LED flashes when a connection to the
BMW Response Center has been estab‐
lished.
Requirements
▷
▷
▷
The radio ready state is switched on.
The Assist system is functional.
When the emergency request is received
at the BMW Response Center, the BMW
Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.
The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has
been activated.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circum‐
stances.
▷
A ConnectedDrive contract is available.
General information
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For this purpose, data that are used to de‐
termine the necessary rescue measures,
such as the current position of the vehicle
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if it can be established, are transmitted to
the BMW Response Center.
▷
If the LED is flashing, but the BMW Re‐
sponse Center can no longer be heard via
the speaker, you can nevertheless still be
heard for the BMW Response Center.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately af‐
ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Noti‐
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
The first aid kit is located in the cargo area in a
storage compartment.
Roadside Assistance
Warning triangle
Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around
the clock in many countries. You can obtain as‐
sistance there in the event of a vehicle break‐
down.
Roadside Assistance
The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed on the iDrive or a connection to
Roadside Assistance can be established di‐
rectly.
The warning triangle is located on the inside of
the trunk lid.
To remove, loosen the bracket.
Jump-starting
Notes
First aid kit
If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle
and two jumper cables. Only use jumper ca‐
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
Note
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal in‐
jury, always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running.◀
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Preparation
1. Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This infor‐
mation can be found on the battery.
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.
3. Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
battery negative terminal.
Make sure that there is no contact be‐
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐
wise, there is the danger of short circuits.◀
Connecting the cables
1. Open the cover of the BMW starting aid
terminal.
Starting aid terminals
Connecting order
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle providing assis‐
tance.
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order; otherwise, there is the danger of injury
from sparking.◀
3. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of assisting vehicle.
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the
corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
The so-called starting aid terminal in the en‐
gine compartment acts as the battery's posi‐
tive terminal.
Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
and let it run for several minutes at an in‐
creased idle speed.
If the vehicle being started has a diesel en‐
gine: let the engine of the assisting vehicle
run for approx. 10 minutes.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle being
started in the usual way.
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If the first starting attempt is not success‐
ful, wait a few minutes before making an‐
other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.
When the parking brake is blocked
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
The parking brake cannot be released
manually.
Check the battery and recharge if necessary.
Do not tow the vehicle with the parking brake
blocked, or the vehicle can be damaged.
Contact your service center.◀
Tow-starting and towing
Follow the towing instructions
Automatic transmission: transporting
your vehicle
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀
Note
▷
Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.
Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
▷
▷
Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐
cur.◀
When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.
Tow truck
▷
▷
Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise,
it will not be possible to control the vehicle
response.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front for
maneuvering the vehicle only.
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Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
Tow truck
▷
Maneuvering capability is limited during
cornering.
▷
The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Attaching the tow rope correctly
Only secure the tow rope on the tow fit‐
ting; otherwise, damage can occur when it is
secured on other parts of the vehicle.◀
Towing other vehicles
Tow fitting
General information
Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle re‐
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀
The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐
ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the
front or rear of the BMW. It is in the onboard
vehicle tool kit located in a storage compart‐
ment on the right side in the cargo area. Open
the cover.
▷
Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.
▷
If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow fitting, information on use
▷
Use only the tow fitting provided with
the vehicle and screw it all the way in.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
▷
Use the tow fitting for towing on paved
roads only.
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▷
Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
5. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur.◀
6. Have the vehicle checked.
Screw thread
Push out the cover by pressing on the top
edge.
Tow-starting
Automatic transmission
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Due to the automatic transmission, the engine
cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐
edied.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
alytic converter, only tow-start while the en‐
gine is cold.
1. Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.
2. Ignition, refer to page 61, on.
3. Engage third gear.
4. Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pedal pressed and slowly release
the pedal. After the engine starts, immedi‐
ately press on the clutch pedal again.
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Intense soiling and road salt can damage the
vehicle.
Vehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
Automatic car washes
Hints
Note the following:
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Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
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Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.
Car washes
Hints
Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width
of the vehicle.
Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of
140 ℉/60 ℃.
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Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to
page 67, to avoid unintentional wiper acti‐
vation.
In some cases, an unintentional alarm can
be triggered by the interior motion sensor
of the alarm system. Follow the instruc‐
tions on avoiding an unintentional alarm,
refer to page 43.
If the vehicle has a glass sunroof, ensure that a
distance of at least 31.5 inches/80 cm is main‐
tained. Holding them too close or using exces‐
sively high pressures or temperatures can
cause damage or preliminary damage that may
then lead to long-term damage.
Guide rails in car washes
Follow the user's manual for the high-pressure
washer.◀
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
Before driving into a car wash
In order to ensure that the vehicle can roll in a
car wash, take the following steps:
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the exterior sensors and cameras, e.g.,
Park Distance Control, for extended periods of
time and only from a distance of at least
12 in/30 cm.◀
Manual transmission:
1. Drive into the car wash.
2. Shift to neutral.
Regularly remove foreign items such as leaves
in the area below the windshield when the
hood is raised.
3. Switch the engine off.
4. Switch on the ignition.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in
winter.
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Automatic transmission:
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
1. Drive into the car wash.
2. Engage transmission position N.
3. Switch the engine off.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Vehicle care
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Car care products
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, the transmission position P is
engaged and damages can result.◀
BMW recommends using cleaning and care
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
To start the engine:
Car care and cleaning products
1. Depress the brake pedal.
Follow the instructions on the container.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in transmission position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Transmission position
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
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When the ignition is switched off.
After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlamps
Aggressive substances, such as spilled fuel,
oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed
immediately to prevent the finish from being
altered or discolored.
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Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.
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Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due
to insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
▷
Thaw ice with deicing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
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To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every
two months.
ularly when they have been exposed to road
salt.
Rubber components
Aside from water, treat only with rubber
cleansers.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐
cause soiling on such surfaces is substantially
more visible.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any
silicon-containing car care products in order to
avoid damage or reduced noise damping.
Suitable care products are available from the
service center.
Fine wood parts
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a
soft cloth.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use
a soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suita‐
ble interior cleaner.
Plastic components
These include:
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Imitation leather surfaces.
Headliner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the
material vigorously.
Lamp lenses.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Instrument cluster cover.
Matte black spray-coated components.
Painted parts in the interior.
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or
other articles of clothing can damage the seat
covers. Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are
closed.◀
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Lightly dampen the cloth with water.
Do not soak the headliner.
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol
or solvents
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral
wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9.
Do not use abrasive cleaning agents or steam
jets above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufac‐
turer's instructions.
Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or
solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel, or such; this could lead
to surface damage.◀
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents
can destroy the protective layer of adjacent
components, such as the brake disk.
Safety belts
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Chrome surfaces
Chemical cleaning
Carefully clean components such as the radia‐
tor grille or door handles with an ample supply
of water, possibly with shampoo added, partic‐
Do not clean chemically; this can destroy
the webbing.◀
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Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety
belts clipped into their buckles.
Avoid pressing too hard when cleaning and do
not use abrasive materials; otherwise, damage
can result.◀
Do not allow the reels to retract the safety
belts until they are dry.
Long-term vehicle storage
Carpets and floor mats
Your service center can advise you on what to
consider when storing the vehicle for longer
than three months.
No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly fixed in
place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐
tened again after they were removed for clean‐
ing, for example.◀
Floor mats can be removed from the passen‐
ger compartment for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very dirty, clean with a
microfiber cloth and water or a textile cleaner.
To prevent matting of the carpet, rub back and
forth in the direction of travel only.
Sensors/cameras
To clean sensors and cameras, use a cloth
moistened with a small amount of glass
cleaner.
Displays/screens
Clean the displays with an antistatic microfiber
cloth.
Cleaning displays
Do not use chemical or household
cleansers.
Keep all fluids and moisture away from the
unit.
Otherwise, they could affect or damage surfa‐
ces or electrical components.
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