BMW 5 Series 2010-2017

Controls

This chapter is intended to provide you with

information that will give you complete control of

your vehicle. All features and accessories that

are useful for driving and your safety, comfort

and convenience are described here.

Controls

Opening and closing

Integrated key

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.

Press the button on the back of the remote

control, arrow 1, and pull out the key, arrow 2.

Remote control/key

Buttons on the remote control

The integrated key fits the following locks:

▷

Driver's door.

Storage compartment in the front center

armrest.

The storage compartment contains a switch

for separately securing the trunk lid, refer to

page 38.

Replacing the battery

1

2

3

4

Unlocking

Locking

Trunk lid

Panic mode, headl. courtesy delay feat.

General information

The vehicle is supplied with two remote con‐

trols with keys.

1. Take the integrated key out of the remote

control.

Every remote control contains a replaceable

battery.

2. Push in the catch with the key, arrow 1.

The settings called up and implemented when

the car is unlocked depend on which remote

control is used to unlock the car. Personal Pro‐

file, refer to page 31.

3. Remove the cover of the battery compart‐

ment; see arrow 2.

4. Insert a battery of the same type with the

positive side facing upwards.

Information on the required maintenance is

stored in the remote control as well. Service

data in the remote control, refer to page 190

5. Press the cover closed.

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Take the used battery to a recycling

center or to your service center.

Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while

pressing the brake.

Manual transmission: if a corresponding Check

Control message appears, hold the remote

control, as shown, against the marked area on

the steering column and press the Start/Stop

button within 10 seconds while pressing the

clutch pedal.

New remote controls

You can obtain new remote controls from your

service center.

Loss of the remote controls

Lost remote controls can be blocked by your

service center.

Personal Profile

Emergency detection of remote

control

The concept

You can set several of your vehicle's functions

to suit your personal needs and preferences.

It is possible to switch on the ignition or start

the engine in situations such as the following:

▷

The settings are automatically saved in the

profile currently activated.

▷

Interference of radio transmission to re‐

mote control by external sources.

▷

The remote control used is detected when

the vehicle is unlocked and the stored pro‐

file is called up.

▷

Discharged battery in the remote control.

Interference of radio transmission by mo‐

bile devices in close proximity to the re‐

mote control.

▷

Your personal settings will be recognized

and called up again even if the vehicle has

been used in the meantime by someone

else with another remote control.

▷

Interference of radio transmission by

charger while charging items such as mo‐

bile devices in the vehicle.

The individual settings are stored for three

Personal Profiles and one guest profile.

A Check Control message is displayed if an at‐

tempt is made to switch on the ignition or start

the engine.

Transmitting the settings

Your personal settings can be taken with you

to another vehicle equipped with the Personal

Profile function. For more information, contact

your service center.

Starting the engine with emergency

detection of the remote control

Transmission takes place via:

▷

The USB interface in the center armrest

onto a USB device.

▷

BMW Online.

Double-clutch transmission: if a corresponding

Check Control message appears, hold the re‐

mote control, as shown, against the marked

area on the steering column and press the

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Opening and closing

Profile management

Exporting profiles

Most settings of the active profile and the

saved contacts can be exported.

Opening the profiles

A different profile can be called up than the

one associated with the remote control cur‐

rently in use.

This can be helpful for securing and retrieving

personal settings, before delivering the vehicle

to a workshop for example.

1. "Settings"

2. "Profiles"

1. "Settings"

2. "Profiles"

3. Select a profile.

3. "Export profile"

4. BMW Online: "BMW Online"

Called up profile is assigned to the remote

control being used at the time.

USB interface, refer to page 146: "USB

device"

Renaming profiles

1. "Settings"

Using the guest profile

2. "Profiles"

The guest profile can be used to make individ‐

ual settings without affecting the three Per‐

sonal Profiles.

The current profile is selected.

3. Open "Options".

4. "Rename current profile"

This can be useful for drivers who are using

the vehicle temporarily and do not have their

own profile.

Resetting profiles

The settings of the active profile are reset to

their default values.

1. "Settings"

2. "Profiles"

1. "Settings"

The current profile is selected.

3. Open "Guest".

2. "Profiles"

The current profile is selected.

3. Open "Options".

4. "Reset current profile"

4. Create the settings.

Note: the guest profile cannot be renamed.

Display profile list during start

The profile list can be displayed during each

start for selecting the desired profile.

Importing profiles

Existing settings and contacts are overwritten

with the imported profile.

1. "Settings"

2. "Profiles"

3. Open "Options".

4. "Display user list at startup"

3. "Import profile"

4. BMW Online: "BMW Online"

Personal Profile settings

The following functions and settings can be

stored in a profile.

USB interface, refer to page 146: "USB

device"

▷

Collision warning: warning time.

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▷

Exterior mirror position.

Central locking system

CD/Multimedia: audio source listened to

last.

The concept

The central locking system becomes active

when the driver's door is closed.

▷

Unlocking/locking of the vehicle: settings.

Driver's seat position: automatic retrieval

after unlocking.

The system simultaneously engages and re‐

leases the locks on the following:

▷

Programmable memory buttons: assign‐

ment.

▷

Doors.

Trunk lid.

Fuel filler flap.

Head-up Display: selection, brightness,

position and rotation of the display.

Headlamp courtesy delay feature: time set‐

ting.

Operating from the outside

▷

Via the remote control.

Via the driver's door lock.

Via the door handles.

▷

Tone: tone settings.

Automatic climate control: settings.

Steering wheel position.

M Drive: configurations.

Via the button in the trunk lid.

The following takes place simultaneously

when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the re‐

mote control:

Navigation: map views, route criteria, voice

output on/off.

▷

Night Vision with pedestrian detection.

Intelligent Safety: individual settings.

▷

Depending on how the vehicle is equipped,

the theft protection is activated/deacti‐

vated. Theft protection prevents the doors

from being unlocked using the lock but‐

tons or the door opener.

Park Distance Control PDC: adjusting the

signal tone volume.

▷

Radio: stored stations, station listened to

last, special settings.

▷

The welcome lamps, interior lamps and

courtesy lamps are switched on and off.

Rearview camera: selection of functions

and type of display.

The alarm system, refer to page 42, is

armed or disarmed.

▷

Side View: selection of the display type.

Language on the Control Display.

Operating from the inside

Lane departure warning: last setting, on/

off.

▷

Active Blind Spot Detection: last setting,

on/off.

▷

Daytime running lights: current setting.

Triple turn signal activation.

Locking the vehicle: after a brief period or

after starting to drive.

Via the button for the central locking system.

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Opening and closing

If the vehicle has been locked from inside, the

fuel filler flap remains unlocked.

Locking

Press the button on the remote control.

If an accident of a certain severity occurs, the

central locking system unlocks automatically.

Locking from the outside

The hazard warning system and interior lamps

come on.

Do not lock the vehicle from the outside

if there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot

be unlocked from inside without special knowl‐

edge.◀

Opening and closing: from

the outside

Switching on interior lamps and

courtesy lamps

Using the remote control

Press the button on the remote control

with the vehicle locked.

General information

Take the remote control with you

Panic mode

People or animals left unattended in a

parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in‐

side. Always take the remote control with you

when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle

can then be opened from the outside.◀

You can trigger the alarm system if you find

yourself in a dangerous situation.

Press the button on the remote con‐

trol for at least 3 seconds.

To switch off the alarm: press any button.

Unlocking

Switching on the headlamp courtesy

delay feature

Press the button on the remote con‐

trol.

The vehicle is unlocked.

Briefly press the button on the remote

control.

Welcome lamps, interior lamp and courtesy

lamps are switched on.

The duration can be set in the Control Display.

You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked.

Create the settings, refer to page 41.

Opening the trunk lid

Press the button on the remote con‐

trol for approx. 1 second.

Convenient opening

The remote control can be used to simultane‐

ously open the windows and the glass sunroof.

The trunk lid opens, regardless of whether it

was previously locked or unlocked.

Press and hold the button on the re‐

mote control.

During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and

up. Ensure that adequate clearance is available

before opening.

The windows and the glass sunroof open.

Releasing the button stops the motion.

In some vehicle equipment variants, the trunk

lid can only be opened using the remote con‐

trol if the vehicle has been unlocked.

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Do not place the remote control in the

cargo area

Using the door lock

General information

Take the remote control with you and do not

leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐

mote control is locked inside the vehicle when

the trunk lid is closed.◀

The trunk lid is locked again as soon as it is

pushed closed.

Malfunction

If the vehicle can no longer be locked or un‐

locked with the remote control, the battery

may be discharged or there may be interfer‐

ence from external sources such as mobile

phones, metal objects, overhead power lines,

transmission towers, etc.

Locking from the outside

Do not lock the vehicle from the outside

if there are people in it, as the vehicle cannot

be unlocked from inside without special knowl‐

edge.◀

If this occurs, lock or unlock the driver's door at

the door lock using the integrated key.

Remove the key before pulling the door

handle

For US owners only

Before pulling the outside door handle, remove

the key to avoid damaging the paintwork and

the key.◀

The transmitter and receiver units comply with

part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication

Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐

erned by the following:

In some country-specific versions, the alarm

system is triggered if the vehicle is unlocked

via the door lock.

FCC ID:

▷

LX8766S.

LX8766E.

LX8CAS.

In order to terminate this alarm, unlock vehicle

with the remote control or switch on the igni‐

tion, if necessary, by emergency detection of

the remote control.

LX8CAS2.

MYTCAS4.

In some vehicle equipment versions, only the

driver's door can be unlocked or locked via the

door lock.

Compliance statement:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions:

Locking the doors and trunk lid at

once

To lock all doors and the trunk lid at once:

▷

This device may not cause harmful inter‐

ference, and

1. With the doors closed, lock the vehicle us‐

ing the button for the central locking sys‐

tem in the interior.

▷

this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

2. Unlock and open the driver's or front pas‐

senger door.

Any unauthorized modifications or changes to

these devices could void the user's authority to

operate this equipment.

3. Lock the vehicle.

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Opening and closing

▷

Lock the driver's door using the

integrated key in the door lock, or

Doors

Press down the lock button of the front

passenger door and close the door

from the outside.

Automatic Soft Closing

To close the doors, push lightly.

It is closed automatically.

The fuel filler flap can only be locked using the

remote control.

Danger of pinching

Make sure that the closing path of the

doors is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

Manual operation

If an electrical malfunction occurs, lock or un‐

lock the vehicle using the integrated key via

the door lock on the driver's door.

Trunk lid

Opening

Opening and closing: from

the inside

During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and

up.

Ensure that adequate clearance is available

before opening.

Locking and unlocking

Opening from the outside

Pressing the buttons locks and unlocks the

doors and the trunk lid when the front doors

are closed, but they are not secured against

theft.

▷

Press the button on the trunk lid.

Press the button on the remote

control for approx. 1 second.

The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.

▷

With Comfort Access the trunk lid opens

with no-touch activation, refer to

page 40.

Unlocking and opening

▷

Either unlock the doors together using the

button for the central locking system and

then pull the door handle above the arm‐

rest or

Opening from the inside

Push the button in the driver's foot‐

well.

▷

Pull the door opener twice individually on

each door: the first time unlocks the door,

the second time opens it.

If the vehicle is stationary, the trunk lid opens if

it is not locked.

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Opening and closing

Controls

Closing

▷

Press the button on the exterior of the

trunk lid.

Recessed grips in the interior trim of the trunk

lid make it easier to pull down the lid.

▷

Press the button on the remote

control for approx. 1 second.

Keep the closing path clear

Push the button in the driver's

footwell.

Make sure that the closing path of the

trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may re‐

sult.◀

Pressing the button again stops the motion.

The opening procedure is likewise interrupted:

Do not place the remote control in the

cargo area

▷

When starting the engine.

When the vehicle starts moving.

Take the remote control with you and do not

leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐

mote control is locked inside the vehicle when

the trunk lid is closed.◀

By pressing the button in the driver's foot‐

well.

▷

By pressing the button on the inside of the

trunk lid.

Locking the vehicle

Closing

Without Comfort Access:

Press the button on the inside of the trunk lid.

When the driver's door is closed, the vehicle is

completely locked.

▷

Press the button on the inside of the trunk

lid.

The trunk lid closes automatically.

Automatic tailgate operation

Pressing the button again stops the mo‐

tion.

Opening

The trunk lid opens fully.

With Comfort Access:

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Opening and closing

Do not place the remote control in the

cargo area

Take the remote control with you and do not

leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐

mote control is locked inside the vehicle when

the trunk lid is closed.◀

Manual operation

In the event of an electrical fault, manually op‐

erate the unlocked trunk lid slowly and

smoothly.

▷

Press the button, arrow 1, on the inside of

the trunk lid.

The trunk lid closes automatically.

To close it completely, push the trunk lid down

lightly.

Pressing the button again stops the mo‐

tion.

It is closed automatically.

Keep the closing path clear

Press the button, arrow 2.

The trunk lid closes automatically and the

vehicle is locked.

Make sure that the closing path is clear;

otherwise, injuries may result.◀

Locking separately

The trunk lid can be locked separately with the

switch in the front passenger glove compart‐

ment.

▷

Trunk lid secured, arrow 1.

Trunk lid not secured, ar‐

row 2.

▷

Press the button on the exterior of the

trunk lid.

Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. This

secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from

the central locking system.

Pressing the button again stops the mo‐

tion.

If the center arm rest is locked, the trunk lid

cannot be opened.

The closing operation is interrupted:

▷

When starting the engine.

This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked

using valet service. The infrared remote con‐

trol can be handed out without the key.

The vehicle starts off with jerks.

Keep the closing path clear

Make sure that the closing path of the

trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may re‐

sult.◀

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▷

The engine can only be started if the re‐

mote control is inside the vehicle.

Emergency unlocking

Comparison with ordinary remote

control

The functions can be controlled by pressing

the buttons of the remote control or Comfort

Access.

Unlocking

Pull the handle inside the cargo area.

The trunk lid unlocks.

Comfort Access

The concept

The vehicle can be accessed without activat‐

ing the remote control.

Fully grasp a door handle, arrow 1.

All you need to do is to have the remote con‐

trol with you, e.g., in your jacket pocket.

This corresponds to pressing the

on the remote control.

button

The vehicle automatically detects the remote

control when it is nearby or in the passenger

compartment.

Locking

Comfort Access supports the following func‐

tions:

▷

Unlocking/locking of the vehicle.

Convenient closing.

Unlocking of the trunk lid separately.

Open/close trunk lid with no-touch activa‐

tion.

▷

Start the engine.

Press the area on the door handle, arrow 2,

with your finger for approx. 1 second.

Functional requirements

This corresponds to pressing the

on the remote control.

button

▷

There are no external sources of interfer‐

ence nearby.

To save battery power, ensure that the ignition

and all electronic systems and/or power con‐

sumers are switched off before locking the ve‐

hicle.

To lock the vehicle, the remote control

must be located outside of the vehicle.

The next unlocking and locking cycle is not

possible until after approx. 2 seconds.

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Controls

Opening and closing

2. Move foot in the direction of travel under‐

neath the bumper and immediately back.

Convenient closing

Press the area on the door handle, arrow 2,

with the finger and hold it down.

In addition to locking, the windows and the

glass sunroof are closed.

Monitor the closing process

Monitor the closing process to ensure

that no one becomes trapped.◀

Unlocking the trunk lid separately

Press the button on the exterior of the trunk

lid, refer to page 36.

Opening

The trunk lid opens, regardless of whether it

was previously locked or unlocked.

This corresponds to pressing the

ton on the remote control.

but‐

During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and

up. Ensure that adequate clearance is available

before opening.

Do not place the remote control in the

cargo area

Take the remote control with you and do not

leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐

mote control is locked inside the vehicle when

the trunk lid is closed.◀

Before the opening, the hazard warning sys‐

tem flashes.

Preventing inadvertent opening

In situations where the trunk lid should is

not to be opened with no-touch activation, en‐

sure that the remote control is located beyond

the range of the sensor, at least 5 ft/1.50 m

from the rear of the car.

Opening/closing trunk lid with no-

touch activation

With Comfort Access, the trunk lid can be

opened or closed with no-touch activation us‐

ing the remote control you are carrying.

Otherwise, the trunk lid may be opened inad‐

vertently, for example by an unintentional or

misinterpreted movement of the foot.◀

A sensor detects a directed foot motion in the

center of the area at the rear of the car and the

trunk lid opens.

Closing

Foot movement to be carried out

The hazard warning system flashes on and an

acoustic signal sounds before the trunk lid

closes.

Do not touch vehicle

With the foot motion, make sure there is

steady stance and do not touch the vehicle;

otherwise, there is a danger of injury, e. g. from

hot exhaust system parts.◀

During closing, the trunk lid pivots back and

down.

The closing of the trunk lid has no effect on the

locking of the vehicle.

1. Position in the center behind the vehicle.

Another foot movement can interrupt the clos‐

ing operation.

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Keep the closing path clear

Depending on how the vehicle is equipped or

the country-specific variant, you can set

whether the doors are also unlocked with the

button on the remote control.

Make sure that the closing path of the

trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may re‐

sult.◀

Do not place the remote control in the

cargo area

Confirmation signals from the vehicle

1. "Settings"

Take the remote control with you and do not

leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐

mote control is locked inside the vehicle when

the trunk lid is closed.◀

2. "Doors/key"

3. Deactivate or activate the desired confir‐

mation signals.

▷

"Acoustic sig. lock/unlock"

"Flash when lock/unlock"

Malfunction

Comfort Access may not function properly if it

experiences interference from external sour‐

ces such as mobile phones, metal objects,

overhead power lines, transmission towers,

etc.

Automatic locking

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

1. "Settings"

In this case, open or close the vehicle using the

buttons on the remote control or use the

integrated key in the door lock.

2. "Doors/key"

3. Select the desired function:

▷

"Lock if no door opened"

If there is a malfunction, open the trunk lid with

the remote control button or with the button on

the trunk lid.

The vehicle locks automatically after a

short period of time if a door is not

opened.

▷

"Lock after start driving"

Adjusting

The vehicle locks automatically after

you drive away.

Unlocking

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Retrieving the seat, mirror, and

steering wheel settings

The driver's seat, exterior mirror, and steering

wheel positions selected last are stored for the

currently used remote control.

1. "Settings"

2. "Doors/key"

3.

Select symbol or "Unlock button:"

When the vehicle is unlocked, these positions

are automatically retrieved if this function was

activated.

4. Select the desired function:

▷

"Driver's door only"

Only the driver's door and the fuel filler

flap are unlocked. Pressing again un‐

locks the entire vehicle.

Pinch hazard when moving back the seat

If this function is used, first make sure

that the footwell behind the driver's seat is

empty. Otherwise, people can be injured or ob‐

jects damaged when the seat is moved back.◀

"All doors"

The entire vehicle is unlocked.

The adjustment procedure is interrupted:

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Opening and closing

▷

When a seat position switch is pressed.

tion, if necessary, by emergency detection of

the remote control.

When a button of the seat, mirror, and

steering wheel memory is pressed briefly.

Trunk lid and armed alarm system

The trunk lid can be opened even when the

alarm system is armed.

Activating the setting

1. "Settings"

Press the button on the remote con‐

trol for approx. 1 second.

2. "Doors/key"

3. "Last seat position autom."

With Comfort Access the trunk lid opens with

no-touch activation, refer to page 40.

Alarm system

After the trunk lid is closed, it is locked and

monitored again if the doors are locked. The

hazard warning system flashes once.

The concept

The vehicle alarm system responds to:

In some vehicle equipment variants, the trunk

lid can only be opened using the remote con‐

trol if the vehicle was unlocked first.

▷

Opening of a door, the hood or the trunk

lid.

▷

Movements in the vehicle.

Panic mode

You can trigger the alarm system if you find

yourself in a dangerous situation.

Changes in the vehicle tilt, e.g., during at‐

tempts to steal a wheel or when towing the

car.

▷

Interruptions in battery voltage.

Press the button on the remote con‐

trol for at least 3 seconds.

The alarm system briefly indicates tampering:

▷

By sounding an acoustic alarm.

To switch off the alarm: press any button.

By switching on the hazard warning sys‐

tem.

Switching off the alarm

▷

By flashing the high beams.

▷

Unlock the vehicle using the remote con‐

trol.

Arming and disarming the alarm

system

▷

With Comfort Access: If you are carrying

the remote control with you, pull on the

driver side or front passenger side door

handle.

General information

When you lock or unlock the vehicle, either

with the remote control, Comfort Access or at

the door lock the alarm system is armed or dis‐

armed at the same time.

Door lock and armed alarm system

Unlocking via the door lock will trigger the

alarm on some country-specific versions.

In order to terminate this alarm, unlock vehicle

with the remote control or switch on the igni‐

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Indicator lamp on the interior rearview

mirror

Avoiding unintentional alarms

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐

sor can be switched off together, such as in

the following situations:

▷

In automatic car washes.

In duplex garages.

During transport on car-carrying trains, at

sea or on a trailer.

▷

When animals are to remain in the vehicle.

Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and

interior motion sensor

▷

The indicator lamp flashes briefly every

2 seconds:

Press the remote control button again

within 10 seconds as soon as the vehicle

is locked.

The system is armed.

The indicator lamp flashes after locking:

The doors, hood or trunk lid is not closed

properly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐

cured.

The indicator lamp lights up for approx. 2 sec‐

onds and then continues to flash.

The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐

sor are switched off until the vehicle is locked

again.

After 10 seconds, the indicator lamp

flashes continuously. Interior motion sen‐

sor and tilt alarm sensor are not active.

▷

The indicator lamp goes out after unlock‐

ing:

Power windows

The vehicle has not been tampered with.

The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking

until the engine ignition is switched on, but

no longer than approx. 5 minutes:

General information

Take the remote control with you

Take the remote control with you when

leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐

ple, cannot operate the power windows and in‐

jure themselves.◀

An alarm has been triggered.

Tilt alarm sensor

The tilt of the vehicle is monitored.

The alarm system responds in situations such

as attempts to steal a wheel or when the car is

towed.

Interior motion sensor

The windows and glass sunroof must be

closed for the system to function properly.

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Opening and closing

wise, the closing action may not stop in certain

situations, e.g., if thin objects are present.◀

Opening

▷

Press the switch to the resistance

point.

No window accessories

Do not install any accessories in the

range of movement of the windows; otherwise,

the pinch protection system will be impaired.◀

The window opens while the switch is held.

▷

Press the switch beyond the resist‐

ance point.

Closing without the pinch protection

system

The window opens automatically.

Pressing the switch again stops the motion.

Keep the closing path clear

Convenient opening, refer to page 34, via the

remote control.

Monitor the closing process and make

sure that the closing path of the window is

clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

Closing

For example, if there is an external danger or if

ice on the windows prevents a window from

closing normally, proceed as follows:

Keep the closing path clear

Monitor the closing process and make

sure that the closing path of the window is

clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

1. Pull the switch past the resistance point

and hold it there.

▷

Pull the switch to the resistance

point.

The pinch protection is limited and the

window reopens slightly if the closing force

exceeds a certain value.

The window closes while the switch is

held.

2. Pull the switch past the resistance point

again within approx. 4 seconds and hold it

there.

▷

Pull the switch beyond the resistance

point.

The window closes without pinch protec‐

tion.

The window closes automatically.

Pressing the switch stops the motion.

Safety switch

Convenient closing, refer to page 40, with

Comfort Access.

The safety switch in the driver's door can be

used to prevent children, for example, from

opening and closing the rear windows using

the switches in the rear.

Pinch protection system

If the closing force exceeds a specific value as

a window closes, the closing action is inter‐

rupted.

Switching on and off

Press the button.

The window reopens slightly.

The LED lights up if the safety func‐

tion is switched on.

Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐

tection

Even with the pinch protection system, check

that the window's closing path is clear; other‐

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Opening and closing

Controls

Safety switch for rear operation

Glass sunroof, powered

Press the safety switch when transport‐

ing children in the rear; otherwise, injury may

result if the windows are closed without super‐

vision.◀

General information

The glass sunroof and the sliding visor can be

operated together or separately, using the

same switch.

The glass sunroof is operational when the igni‐

tion is switched on.

Roller sunblinds

Keep the closing path clear

General information

Monitor the closing process and make

sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof

is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

If you are no longer able to move the roller sun‐

blind for the rear window after having activated

it a number of times in a row, the system is

blocked for a limited time to prevent overheat‐

ing. Let the system cool.

Take the remote control with you

Take the remote control with you when

leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐

ple, cannot operate the roof and injure them‐

selves.◀

The roller sunblind for the rear window cannot

be moved at low interior temperatures.

Driver's door controls

Tilting the glass sunroof

Roller blind for rear window

Push switch upward briefly.

Press the button.

▷

The closed roof is tilted and

the sliding visor opens

slightly.

Roller sunblinds for the rear side

windows

Pull out the roller sunblind at the loop and hook

it onto the bracket.

▷

The opened roof closes until

it is in its tilted position. The

sliding visor stays com‐

pletely open.

Do not open the window while the roller

sunblind is raised.

Do not open the window while the roller sun‐

blind is raised; otherwise, there is a risk of

damage at high speeds that may result in per‐

sonal injury.◀

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Controls

Opening and closing

the closing action may not be interrupted in

certain extreme situations, such as when thin

objects are present.◀

Opening/closing the sliding visor

▷

Press the switch in the de‐

sired direction to the resist‐

ance point and hold it there.

Closing from the open position

without pinch protection

For example, if there is an external danger, pro‐

ceed as follows:

The sliding visor moves

while the switch is being

held.

▷

Press the switch in the desired direction

past the resistance point.

1. Press the switch forward beyond the re‐

sistance point and hold.

The sliding visor moves automatically.

Pressing the switch again stops the mo‐

tion.

Pinch protection is limited and the roof re‐

opens slightly if the closing force exceeds

a certain value.

2. Press the switch forward again beyond the

resistance point and hold until the roof

closes without pinch protection.

Opening/closing the glass sunroof

When the sliding visor is open, proceed as de‐

scribed under Sliding visor.

Closing from the raised position

without pinch protection

If there is an external danger, push the switch

forward past the resistance point and hold it.

Opening/closing the glass sunroof and

sliding visor together

Briefly press the switch twice in

succession in the desired direc‐

tion past the resistance point.

The roof closes without pinch protection.

The glass sunroof and sliding vi‐

sor move together. Pressing the

switch again stops the motion.

Initializing after a power failure

After a power failure during the opening or

closing process, the roof can only be operated

to a limited extent.

Convenient operation, refer to page 34, via the

remote control.

Initializing the system

The system can be initialized when the vehicle

is stationary and the engine is running.

Convenient closing, refer to page 40, with

Comfort Access.

Pinch protection system

During the initialization, the roof closes without

pinch protection.

If the closing force when closing the glass sun‐

roof exceeds a certain value, the closing move‐

ment is stopped, beginning at approximately

the middle of the opening in the roof, or from

the tilted position during closing.

Keep the closing path clear

Monitor the closing process and make

sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof

is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀

The glass sunroof opens again slightly.

Press the switch up and hold it

until the initialization is com‐

plete:

Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐

tection

Despite the pinch protection system, check

that the roof's closing path is clear; otherwise,

▷

Initialization begins within

15 seconds and is com‐

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Opening and closing

Controls

pleted when the sunroof and

sliding visor are completely

closed.

▷

The roof closes without pinch protection.

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Controls

Adjusting

Electrically adjustable seats

At a glance

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.

Sitting safely

The ideal seating position can make a vital

contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.

1

2

3

4

5

6

Thigh support

Forward/back, height, tilt

Shoulder support

Backrest width

Lumbar support

Backrest

The seating position plays an important role in

an accident in combination with:

▷

Safety belts, refer to page 51.

Head restraints, refer to page 52.

Airbags, refer to page 97.

Note

Seats

The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored

for the remote control currently in use. When

the vehicle is unlocked via the remote control,

the position is automatically retrieved if the

Function, refer to page 41, for this is activated.

General information

Do not adjust the seat while driving

Do not adjust the driver's seat while driv‐

ing, or the seat could respond with unexpected

movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle

control could lead to an accident.◀

Adjustments in detail

1. Forward/back.

Do not incline the backrest too far to the

rear

Also on the front passenger side, do not incline

the backrest on the front passenger side too

far to the rear during driving, or there is a risk of

slipping under the safety belt in the event of an

accident. This would eliminate the protection

normally provided by the belt.◀

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Adjusting

Controls

2. Height.

Lumbar support

The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐

justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar

region of the spine. The lower back and the

spine are supported for upright posture.

▷

Press the front/rear section

of the switch.

The curvature is increased/

decreased.

▷

Press the upper/lower sec‐

tion of the switch.

3. Seat tilt.

The curvature is shifted up/

down.

Backrest width

Change the width of the back‐

rest using the side wings to ad‐

just the lateral support.

4. Backrest tilt.

To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle,

the backrest width temporarily opens fully.

Shoulder support

5. Thigh support.

Also supports the back in the shoulder area:

▷

Results in a relaxed seating position.

Reduces strain on the shoulder muscles.

Active seat

Active adjustment of the seat cushion's con‐

tours reduces muscular tension and fatigue to

help prevent lower back pain.

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Controls

Adjusting

3. Select the required seat.

4. Turn the controller to set the temperature

distribution.

Rear seat heating

Press the button. The LED lights up.

Front seat heating

Switching on

Press the button once for each tem‐

perature level.

The maximum temperature is reached when

three LEDs are lit.

If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi‐

nutes, the seat heating is activated automati‐

cally with the temperature selected last.

Switching on

Press the button once for each tem‐

perature level.

Switching off

The maximum temperature is reached when

three LEDs are lit.

Press the button longer.

The LEDs go out.

If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi‐

nutes, the seat heating is activated automati‐

cally with the temperature selected last.

Active seat ventilation, front

The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are

cooled by means of integrated fans.

Switching off

The ventilation cools the seat, e. g., if the vehi‐

cle interior is overheated or for continuous

cooling at high temperatures.

Press the button longer.

The LEDs go out.

Temperature distribution

The heating action in the seat cushion and

backrest can be distributed in different ways.

1. "Climate"

2. "Front seat heating"

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Adjusting

Controls

▷

The center rear seat belt buckle is solely

intended for the center passenger.

One person per safety belt

Never allow more than one person to

wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or

small children to ride on a passenger's lap.◀

Putting on the belt

Lay the belt, without twisting, snugly

across the lap and shoulders, as close to the

body as possible. Make sure that the belt lies

low around the hips in the lap area and does

not press on the abdomen. Otherwise, the belt

can slip over the hips in the lap area in a frontal

impact and injure the abdomen.

Switching on

Press the button once for each venti‐

lation level.

The highest level is active when three LEDs

are lit.

The safety belt must not lie across the neck,

rub on sharp edges, be routed over solid or

breakable objects, or be pinched.◀

After a short time, the system automatically

moves down one level in order to prevent ex‐

cessive cooling.

Reduction of restraining effect

Switching off

Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the

belt from fitting properly, and pull the shoulder

belt periodically to readjust the tension across

your lap; otherwise, the retention effect of the

safety belt may be reduced.◀

Press the button longer.

The LEDs go out.

Safety belts

Buckling the belt

Seats with safety belt

The vehicle has five seats, each of which is

equipped with a safety belt.

Hints

Always make sure that safety belts are being

worn by all occupants before driving away.

Although airbags enhance safety by providing

added protection, they are not a substitute for

safety belts.

Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in

the belt buckle.

▷

The shoulder strap's anchorage point will

be correct for adult seat occupants of ev‐

ery build if the seat is correctly adjusted.

Unbuckling the belt

1. Hold the belt firmly.

▷

The two outer safety belt buckles,

integrated into the rear seat, are for pas‐

sengers sitting on the left and right.

2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.

3. Guide the belt back into its reel.

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Controls

Adjusting

Safety belt reminder for driver's and

passenger's seat

Active head restraint

In the event of a rear-end collision with a cer‐

tain severity, the active head restraint automat‐

ically reduces the distance from the head.

The indicator lamp flashes or lights up

and a signal sounds. Make sure that

the safety belts are positioned cor‐

rectly. The safety belt reminder is active at

speeds above approx. 5 mph/8 km/h. It can

also be activated if objects are placed on the

front passenger seat.

Reduced protective function

▷

Do not use seat or head restraint

covers.

▷

Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers,

on the head restraints.

Only attach accessories approved by BMW

to the seat or head restraint.

Damage to safety belts

In the case of strain caused by accidents or

damage:

Otherwise, the protective function of the active

head restraint will be impaired and the per‐

sonal safety of the occupants will be endan‐

gered.◀

Have the safety belts, including the safety belt

tensioners, replaced and have the belt anchors

checked.

In the case of strain caused by accidents or

damage:

Checking and replacing safety belts

Have the work performed only by your

service center; otherwise, it cannot be ensured

that this safety feature will function properly.◀

Have the active headrest checked and if nec‐

essary replaced.

Adjusting the height

Front head restraints

Correctly adjusted head restraint

A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the

risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event

of an accident.

Adjusting the head restraint

Correctly adjust the head restraints of all

occupied seats; otherwise, there is an in‐

creased risk of injury in an accident.◀

Adjusting electrically.

Height

Adjust the head restraint so that its center is

approximately at ear level.

Distance

Adjust the distance so that the head restraint

is as close as possible to the back of the head.

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Adjusting

Controls

Adjusting the head restraint

Distance to back of head: manual head

restraints

Correctly adjust the head restraints of all

occupied seats; otherwise, there is an in‐

creased risk of injury in an accident.◀

Height

Adjust the head restraint so that its center is

approximately at ear level.

Distance

Adjust the distance so that the head restraint

is as close as possible to the back of the head.

▷

Forward: by pulling

Back: press the button and push the head

restraint toward the rear.

Adjusting the height

Distance to back of head: electrical

head restraints

The head restraint is automatically reposi‐

tioned when the shoulder support is adjusted.

Adjusting the side extensions

▷

To raise: pull.

To lower: press the button, arrow 1, and

push the head restraint down.

Folding forward

Fold forward for increased lateral support in

the resting position.

Removing

The head restraints cannot be removed.

Press the button, arrow 1, and fold the head

restraint forward.

Rear head restraints

Correctly adjusted head restraint

A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the

risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event

of an accident.

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Controls

Adjusting

Removing

Storing

Only remove the head restraint if no one will be

sitting in the seat in question.

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Set the desired position.

3.

Press the button. The LED in the

button lights up.

4. Press the desired button 1 or 2. The LED

goes out.

If the M button is pressed accidentally:

Press the button again.

The LED goes out.

1. Pull the head restraint upward as far as

possible.

Calling up settings

2. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull the

head restraint out completely.

Do not retrieve the memory while driving

Do not retrieve the memory setting while

driving, as an unexpected movement of the

seat or steering wheel could result in an acci‐

dent.◀

Before transporting passengers

Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐

porting anyone in the seat; otherwise, the pro‐

tective function of the head restraint is unavail‐

able.◀

Comfort function

1. Open the driver's door.

2. Switch off the ignition.

Seat, mirror, and steering

wheel memory

3. Briefly press the desired button 1 or 2.

The corresponding seat position is performed

automatically.

General information

Front

The procedure stops when a switch for adjust‐

ing the seat or one of the buttons is pressed.

Safety mode

1. Close the driver's door or switch on the ig‐

nition.

2. Press and hold the desired button 1 or 2

until the adjustment procedure is com‐

pleted.

Calling up of a seat position

deactivated

After a brief period, the calling up of stored

seat positions is deactivated to save battery

power.

Two different driver's seat, exterior mirror, and

steering wheel positions can be stored and re‐

trieved for each remote control. The adjust‐

ment of the lumbar support is not stored.

To reactivate calling up of a seat position:

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Adjusting

Controls

▷

Open or close the door or trunk lid.

Press a button on the remote control.

Press the Start/Stop button.

Adjusting electrically

The setting corresponds to the direc‐

tion in which the button is pressed.

Saving positions

Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer

to page 54.

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors

At a glance

Adjusting manually

If an electrical malfunction occurs, for example,

press the edges of the mirror glass.

Automatic Curb Monitor

When the reverse gear is engaged, the mirror

glass tilts downward slightly on the front pas‐

senger side. This improves your view of the

curb and other low-lying obstacles when park‐

ing, for example.

1

2

3

Adjusting

Activating

Left/right, Automatic Curb Monitor

Fold in and out

1.

Slide the mirror changeover switch

to the driver's side mirror position.

2. Engage transmission position R.

General information

The mirror on the passenger side is more

curved than the driver's side mirror.

Deactivating

Slide the mirror changeover switch to the pas‐

senger's side mirror position.

Estimating distances correctly

Objects reflected in the mirror are closer

than they appear. Do not estimate the distance

to the traffic behind you based on what you

see in the mirror, as this will increase your risk

of an accident.◀

Fold in and out

Press the button.

Possible up to approx. 15 mph/20 km/h.

For example, this is advantageous

Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, the

mirror setting is stored for the remote control

in use. When the vehicle is unlocked via the re‐

mote control, the position is automatically re‐

trieved if the setting for this function is active.

▷

In car washes.

In narrow streets.

For folding back mirrors that were folded

away manually.

Selecting a mirror

Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto‐

matically at a speed of approx.

25 mph/40 km/h.

To change over to the other mirror:

Slide the mirror changeover switch.

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Controls

Adjusting

Fold in the mirror in a car wash

Interior rearview mirror, automatic

dimming feature

Before washing the car in an automatic

car wash, fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or

with the button; otherwise, the mirrors could

be damaged, depending on the width of the

vehicle.◀

The concept

Automatic heating

Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated

whenever the engine is running.

Automatic dimming feature

Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim‐

med. Photocells are used for control in the In‐

terior rear view mirror, refer to page 56.

Photocells are used for control:

▷

In the mirror glass.

On the back of the mirror.

Interior rearview mirror

Functional requirement

For proper operation:

Reducing the blinding effect

▷

Keep the photocells clean.

Do not cover the area between the inside

rearview mirror and the windshield.

Steering wheel

General information

Turn the knob to reduce the blinding effect by

the interior mirror.

Do not adjust while driving

Do not adjust the steering wheel while

driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement

could result in an accident.◀

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Adjusting

Controls

Power steering wheel adjustment

At a glance

Configurations

The configurations are preassigned as follows:

▷

"M Drive 1": relaxed, comfortable driving.

"M Drive 2": sporty, dynamic driving.

Setting options

Symbol Meaning

The steering wheel can be adjusted in four di‐

rections.

Dynamic Stability Control DSC, re‐

fer to page 117, and M Dynamic

Mode MDM.

Storing the position

Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer

to page 54.

Programs of M Engine Dynamics

Control, refer to page 76.

Programs of Electronic Damper

Control EDC, refer to page 119.

Steering wheel heating

Programs of Servotronic, refer to

page 120.

M double-clutch transmission with

Drivelogic, refer to page 72: shift

modes and Drivelogic driving pro‐

grams.

Views of the Head-Up Display, refer

to page 131.

Switching on/off

Configuring M Drive

The preassigned configurations can be individ‐

ually adjusted.

Press the button.

▷

On: the LED lights up.

Off: the LED goes out.

1. "Settings"

2. "M Drive 1" or"M Drive 2"

3. Select the desired setting option.

4. Select the desired channel.

M Drive

The individual settings are stored for the re‐

mote control currently in use.

The concept

Individual settings can be carried out in two

preassigned configurations for the vehicle.

If M Drive is activated, a change in the setting

on the Control Display is immediately adopted.

When the engine is started, an efficient driving

state is active by default. M Drive is deacti‐

vated.

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Controls

Adjusting

Activating/deactivating M Drive

Activating

Resetting M Drive

Individual settings can be reset to default val‐

ues.

Press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel:

1. "Settings"

2. "M Drive 1" or"M Drive 2"

3. "Reset M Drive 1" or"Reset M Drive 2"

4. "Yes"

▷

Activate M Drive 1.

▷

Activate M Drive 2.

To cancel resetting: "No"

If DSC OFF or MDM is set in M Drive, a mes‐

sage appears in the instrument cluster. This

message is confirmed by pressing the button

again.

Deactivating

Press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel.

Indicator lamps

▷

Indicator lamp comes on: corre‐

sponding M Drive is activated.

▷

Indicator lamp flashes: M Drive

could not be activated. Antilock

braking system ABS or Dynamic

Stability Control DSC directly regu‐

late the driving stability.

Reactivate M Drive if indicator lamp

is no longer flashing.

Notes

If M Drive is activated, individual settings can

also be modified outside of M Drive, e. g. using

the buttons in the center console. This deacti‐

vates M Drive.

To reactivate all settings made for M Drive on

the Control Display, briefly press one of the fol‐

lowing buttons:

▷

To adopt the changed settings in M Drive,

press and hold the corresponding button.

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Transporting children safely

Controls

Transporting children safely

vated. Automatic deactivation of front passen‐

ger side airbags, refer to page 99.

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.

Note

Deactivated front passenger airbags

If a child restraint fixing system is used in

the front passenger seat, the front passenger

airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there

is an increased risk of injury to the child when

the airbags are triggered, even with a child re‐

straint fixing system.◀

The right place for children

Note

Installing child restraint

fixing systems

Children in the vehicle

Do not leave children unattended in the

vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger them‐

selves and other persons, e.g., by opening the

doors.◀

Before mounting

If the rear seat backrests are adjustable or can

be folded down:

Children should always be in the rear

Lock the rear seat backrests in position

Accident research shows that the safest place

for children is in the back seat.

Before mounting child restraint fixing

systems, place the seat backrest as far as pos‐

sible at an angle at which the child seat is rest‐

ing firmly against the backrest and all back‐

rests can be locked securely in place.

Otherwise, the child seat will not be as stable

as it should be, and there is increased danger

of injury due to unexpected movement of the

seat backrest.◀

Transporting children in the rear

Only transport children younger than

13 years of age or shorter than 5 ft/150 cm in

the rear in child restraint fixing systems pro‐

vided in accordance with the age, weight and

size of the child; otherwise, there is an in‐

creased risk of injury in an accident.

Children 13 years of age or older must wear a

safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint

fixing system can no longer be used, due to

their age, weight and size.◀

Hints

Manufacturer's information for child re‐

straint fixing systems

To select, mount and use child restraint fixing

systems, observe the information provided by

the system manufacturer; otherwise, the pro‐

tective effect can be impaired.◀

Children on the front passenger seat

Should it ever be necessary to use a child re‐

straint fixing system in the front passenger

seat, make sure that the front, knee and side

airbags on the front passenger side are deacti‐

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Controls

Transporting children safely

Lock the rear seat backrests in position

Child seat security

Before installing a child restraint system,

make sure that the rear seat backrests are

locked; otherwise, the protective effect is not

guaranteed and there is an increased risk of in‐

jury for the child in the event of an accident.◀

On the front passenger seat

Deactivating airbags

After installing a child restraint fixing system in

the front passenger seat, make sure that the

front, knee and side airbags on the front pas‐

senger side are deactivated.

The rear safety belts and the front passenger

safety belt can be locked against pulling out for

mounting the child restraint fixing systems.

Deactivate the front passenger airbags auto‐

matically, refer to page 99.

Locking the safety belt

1. Pull out the belt webbing completely.

Deactivating the front passenger airbags

2. Secure the child restraint fixing system

with the belt.

If a child restraint fixing system is used in

the front passenger seat, the front passenger

airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there

is an increased risk of injury to the child when

the airbags are triggered, even with a child re‐

straint fixing system.◀

3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and

pull it taut against the child restraint fixing

system. The safety belt is locked.

Unlocking the safety belt

1. Unbuckle the belt buckle.

Seat position and height

2. Remove the child restraint fixing system.

Before installing a child restraint fixing system,

move the front passenger seat as far back as

possible and bring it up to medium height to

obtain the best possible position for the belt

and to offer optimal protection in the event of

an accident.

3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com‐

pletely.

LATCH child restraint fixing

system

LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for CHil‐

dren.

Do not change the seat position and height af‐

ter this.

Note

Manufacturer's information for LATCH

child restraint fixing systems

To mount and use the LATCH child restraint

fixing systems, observe the operating and

safety information from the system manufac‐

turer; otherwise, the level of protection may be

reduced.◀

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Transporting children safely

Controls

Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors

With a through-loading system:

Position

The lower anchors may be used to attach the

CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child

and CRS weight of 65 lb/30 kg when the child

is restr- ained by the internal harnesses.

Correctly engage the lower LATCH an‐

chors

Make sure that the lower LATCH anchors have

properly engaged and that the child restraint

fixing system is resting snugly against the

backrest; otherwise, the degree of protection

offered may be reduced.◀

Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are lo‐

cated behind the indicated covers.

Before mounting the LATCH child restraint fix‐

ing system, pull the belt away from the child

restraint fixing system.

Mounting ISOFIX child restraint fixing

systems

1. Mount the child restraint fixing system; re‐

fer to the user's manual of the system.

Without a through-loading system:

Position

2. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐

erly connected.

Child restraint fixing system with a

tether strap

Mounting points

Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are lo‐

cated in the gap between the seat and back‐

rest.

Depending on the vehicle equipment, there are

two outer or three mounting points for child re‐

straint fixing systems with a tether strap.

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Transporting children safely

5. Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it

Note

down.

Mounting eyes

6. Lower and lock head restraints as needed.

Only use the mounting eyes for the up‐

per retaining strap to secure child restraint fix‐

ing systems; otherwise, the mounting eyes

could be damaged.◀

Locking the doors and

windows

Retaining strap guide

Rear doors

Retaining strap

Make sure the upper retaining strap does

not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as

it passes to the top anchor. Otherwise, the

strap will not properly secure the child restraint

fixing system in the event of an accident.◀

Push the locking lever on the rear doors down.

The door can now be opened from the outside

only.

Safety switch for the rear

Press the button on the driver's door if

children are being transported in the

rear.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Direction of travel

Head restraint.

Hook for upper retaining strap

Mounting point/eye

Rear window shelf

Seat backrest

This locks various functions so that they can‐

not be operated from the rear: safety switch,

refer to page 44.

Upper retaining strap

Attaching the upper retaining strap to

the mounting point

1. Remove the mounting point cover.

2. Raise the head restraint. Do not change

the middle head restraint.

3. Guide the upper retaining strap between

the supports of the head restraint.

4. Attach the hooks of the retaining strap to

the mounting eyes.

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Driving

Controls

Driving

▷

When locking the vehicle, even if the low

beams are switched on.

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.

Shortly before the battery is discharged

completely, so that the engine can still be

started.

Note

If the engine is switched off and the ignition is

switched on, the system automatically

switches to the radio ready state when the

door is opened if the lights are switched off or

the daytime running lights are switched on.

Start/Stop button

The concept

Ignition off

Pressing the Start/Stop button

switches the ignition on or off

and starts the engine.

Double-clutch transmission: Press the Start/

Stop button again, but do not depress the

brake.

Double-clutch transmission:

The engine starts if the brake is

depressed while pressing the Start/Stop but‐

ton.

Manual-shift transmission: press the Start/

Stop button again, and do not press on the

clutch pedal at the same time.

All indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go

out.

Manual transmission: the engine starts if the

clutch pedal is depressed when the Start/Stop

button is pressed.

To save battery power when the engine is off,

switch off the ignition and any unnecessary

electronic systems/power consumers.

Ignition on

Double-clutch transmission: Press the Start/

Stop button but do not depress the brake.

Transmission position P with the ignition

off

When the ignition is switched off, position P is

engaged automatically. When in an automatic

car wash, for example, ensure that the ignition

is not switched off accidentally.◀

Manual-shift transmission: press the Start/

Stop button, and do not press on the clutch

pedal at the same time.

All vehicle systems are ready for operation.

The ignition automatically cuts off while the

vehicle is stationary and the engine is stopped:

Most of the indicator and warning lamps in the

instrument cluster light up for varying lengths

of time.

▷

When locking the vehicle, and when the

low beams are activated.

To save battery power when the engine is off,

switch off the ignition and any unnecessary

electronic systems/power consumers.

▷

Shortly before the battery is discharged

completely, so that the engine can still be

started. This function is only available

when the low beams are switched off.

The ignition switches off automatically:

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▷

When opening or closing the driver door, if

the driver's seat belt is unbuckled and the

low beams are switched off.

Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐

ning, set the parking brake and engage trans‐

mission position P; otherwise, the vehicle may

begin to roll.◀

While the driver's seat belt is unbuckled, if

the driver's door is open and the low

beams are switched off.

Repeated starting in quick succession

Avoid repeated unsuccessful attempts to

start the vehicle or starting the vehicle several

times in quick succession. Otherwise, the fuel

is not burned or is inadequately burned, posing

a risk of overheating and damage to the cata‐

lytic converter.◀

When the ignition is switched off, by opening

or closing the driver's door or unbuckling the

driver's seat belt, the radio ready state remains

active.

Radio ready state

Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while

the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at

moderate engine speeds.

Activate radio ready state:

▷

When the engine is running: press the

Start/Stop button.

Some electronic systems/power consumers

remain ready for operation.

Manual transmission

Starting the engine

1. Depress the brake pedal.

The radio ready state switches off automati‐

cally:

▷

After approx. 8 minutes.

2. Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neu‐

tral.

When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐

tral locking system.

3. Press the Start/Stop button.

▷

Shortly before the battery is discharged

completely, so that the engine can still be

started.

The ignition is activated automatically for a

certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐

gine starts.

Double-clutch transmission

Starting the engine

1. Depress the brake pedal.

2. Press the Start/Stop button.

Hints

Enclosed areas

Do not let the engine run in enclosed

areas; otherwise, breathing of exhaust fumes

may lead to loss of consciousness and death.

The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide,

an odorless and colorless but highly toxic

gas.◀

The ignition is activated automatically for a

certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐

gine starts.

Unattended vehicle

Do not leave the vehicle unattended with

the engine running; doing so poses a risk of

danger.

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Engine stop

Automatic Engine Start/Stop

Function

Hints

The concept

Take the remote control with you

The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.

The system switches off the engine during a

stop, e.g., in a traffic congestion or at traffic

lights. The ignition remains switched on. The

engine starts again automatically for driving

off.

Take the remote control with you when

leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐

ple, cannot start the engine.◀

Set the parking brake and further secure

the vehicle as required

Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐

erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward

and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐

hicle, for example, by turning the steering

wheel in the direction of the curb. ◀

Certain vehicle components may experience

additional wear as a result of this system.

Semi-automatic mode

After every start of the engine, the Auto Start

Stop function is in the last selected state, refer

to page 67. When the Auto Start Stop func‐

tion is active, it is available when the vehicle is

traveling faster than about 3 mph, approx.

5 km/h.

Before driving into a car wash

In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a

car wash, heed the information regarding

Washing in automatic car washes, refer to

page 205.

Engine stop

Manual transmission

The engine is switched off automatically dur‐

ing a stop under the following conditions:

Switching off the engine

Manual transmission:

1. With the vehicle at a standstill, press the

Start/Stop button.

▷

Neutral is engaged and the clutch pedal is

not pressed.

2. Shift into first gear or reverse.

3. Set the parking brake.

▷

The driver's seat belt is buckled or the driv‐

er's door is closed.

Double-clutch transmission:

Double-clutch transmission

Switching off the engine

1. Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to

a stop.

▷

The selector lever is in transmission posi‐

tion D.

Brake pedal remains depressed while the

vehicle is stopped.

The driver's seat belt is buckled or the driv‐

er's door is closed.

2. Press the Start/Stop button.

The engine is switched off.

The air volume of the air conditioner is reduced

when the engine is switched off.

The radio ready state is switched on.

3. Set the parking brake.

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Displays in the instrument cluster

Safety mode

After the engine switches off automatically, it

will not start again automatically if any one of

the following conditions are met.

The display indicates that the

automatic engine start-stop

function is ready for an auto‐

matic engine start.

▷

The driver's safety belt is unbuckled and

the driver's door is open.

▷

The hood was unlocked.

The display indicates that the

conditions for an automatic en‐

gine stop have not been satis‐

fied.

Some indicator lamps light up for varying

lengths of time.

The engine can only be started via the Start/

Stop button.

Note

The engine is not switched off automatically in

the following situations:

Even if driving away was not intended, the de‐

activated engine starts up automatically in the

following situations:

▷

External temperature too low.

The external temperature is high and auto‐

matic climate control is running.

▷

Excessive warming of the passenger com‐

partment when the cooling function is

switched on.

▷

The passenger compartment has not yet

been heated or cooled to the required

level.

▷

The steering wheel is turned.

Double-clutch transmission: Change of the

transmission from D to N, R or D/S.

▷

The engine is not yet at operating temper‐

ature.

▷

Double-clutch transmission: Accelerating

while simultaneously applying the brake.

The wheels are at a sharp angle or the

steering wheel is being turned.

▷

The vehicle begins rolling.

▷

After driving in reverse.

Fogging of the windows when the auto‐

matic climate control is switched on.

Fogging of the windows when the auto‐

matic climate control is switched on.

▷

Vehicle battery is heavily discharged.

▷

Vehicle battery is heavily discharged.

The engine compartment lid is unlocked.

Stop-and-go traffic.

Excessive cooling of the passenger com‐

partment when the heating is switched on.

▷

Low brake vacuum pressure; this can oc‐

cur, for example, if the brake pedal is de‐

pressed a number of times in succession.

Use of fuel with high ethanol content.

Starting the engine

The engine starts automatically under the fol‐

lowing conditions:

Preventing an automatic engine stop

with a double-clutch transmission

▷

Manual transmission:

The concept

The clutch pedal is pressed.

Double-clutch transmission:

By releasing the brake pedal.

To make it possible to drive away very quickly,

such as at an intersection, the automatic en‐

gine stop can be actively prevented.

▷

After the engine starts, accelerate as usual.

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Transmission position P is engaged auto‐

matically.

Preventing an engine stop using the

brake pedal

The engine stop can be actively prevented

within one second after the vehicle comes to a

standstill.

2. Set the parking brake.

Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button.

▷

Immediately after the vehicle comes to a

standstill, briefly press the brake pedal

forcefully.

Automatic deactivation

In certain situations, the Auto Start/Stop func‐

tion is deactivated automatically for safety rea‐

sons, such as when the driver is detected to be

absent.

▷

Then press the brake pedal with normal

braking force.

Activating/deactivating the system

manually

Malfunction

The Auto Start/Stop function no longer

switches of the engine automatically. A Check

Control message is displayed. It is possible to

continue driving. Have the system checked.

Using the button

Parking brake

The concept

The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi‐

cle from rolling when it is parked.

Press the button.

▷

LED comes on: Auto Start Stop function is

deactivated.

The engine is started during an automatic

engine stop.

The engine can only be stopped or started

via the Start/Stop button.

LED goes out: Auto Start Stop function is

activated.

Setting

Pull the switch.

The LED lights up.

Switching off the vehicle during an

automatic engine stop

During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle

can be switched off permanently, e.g., when

leaving it.

The indicator lamp lights up red. The

parking brake is set.

Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadian

models

1. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is

switched off. The Auto Start/Stop function

is deactivated.

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Set the parking brake and further secure

the vehicle as required

▷

Driver buckled in and doors closed.

Inadvertent operation of the accelerator

pedal

Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐

erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward

and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐

hicle, for example, by turning the steering

wheel in the direction of the curb. ◀

Make sure that the accelerator pedal is not op‐

erated unintentionally; otherwise, the vehicle is

set in motion and there is a risk of an acci‐

dent.◀

While driving

Use while driving serves as an emergency

braking function:

Automatic release for manual

transmission

Drive off as usual. The parking brake disen‐

gages when the clutch pedal is released.

Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle brakes

hard while the switch is being pulled.

The LED and indicator lamp go out.

The indicator lamp lights up red, a sig‐

nal sounds and the brake lamps light

up.

Under the following conditions, the parking

brake is automatically released:

▷

Engine on.

Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadian

models.

Gear engaged.

Driver buckled in and doors closed.

Engine power is sufficient to drive off.

If the vehicle is braked to a speed of approx.

2 mph/3 km/h, the parking brake remains set.

Inadvertent operation of the clutch pedal

Make sure that the clutch pedal is not

Releasing

operated unintentionally; otherwise, the vehi‐

cle is set in motion when the clutch is released,

and there is a risk of an accident.◀

With the ignition switched on:

Manual transmission: Press the switch

while the brake or clutch pedal is

pressed.

Malfunction

Double-clutch transmission: Press the switch

while pressing on the brake pedal.

In the event of a failure or malfunction of the

parking brake, secure the vehicle against roll‐

ing using a wheel chock, for example, when

leaving it.

The LED and indicator lamp go out.

The parking brake is released.

After a power failure

Automatic Release

Only put the parking brake into operation

after a power failure

For automatic release, operate the accelerator

pedal.

The parking brake should only be put into op‐

eration again if it was manually released due to

an interruption in the supply of electrical

power. Otherwise, it cannot be ensured that

the parking brake will function properly.◀

The LED and indicator lamp go out.

Subject to the following requirements, the

parking brake is automatically released by op‐

eration of the accelerator pedal:

▷

Engine on.

Drive position engaged.

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Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp

indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.

Putting the parking brake into

operation

1. Switch on the ignition.

Triple turn signal activation

Press the lever to the resistance point.

The turn signal flashes three times.

The function can be activated or deactivated:

2.

Press the switch while the brake is

depressed or transmission position P is

engaged.

It may take several seconds for the brake to be

put into operation. Any sounds associated with

this are normal.

1. "Settings"

2. "Lighting"

3. "Triple turn signal"

The indicator lamp in the instrument

cluster goes out as soon as the parking

brake is ready for operation.

Signaling briefly

Press the lever to the resistance point and hold

it there for as long as you want the turn signal

to flash.

Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadian

models.

High beams, headlamp flasher

Turn signal, high beams,

headlamp flasher

Turn signal

Do not fold in the exterior mirrors

Do not fold in the exterior mirror while

driving and when the turn signals/warning

flashers are working, or else the additional

flasher lights in the exterior mirror will no lon‐

ger be in the prescribed position and will be

difficult to see.◀

▷

High beams, arrow 1.

Headlamp flasher, arrow 2.

Using turn signals

Washer/wiper system

Switching the wipers on/off and brief

wipe

Do not switch on the wipers if frozen

Do not switch on the wipers if they are

frozen onto the windshield; otherwise, the

wiper blades and the windshield wiper motor

may be damaged.◀

Press the lever beyond the resistance point.

To switch off manually, press the lever to the

resistance point.

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No wiper operation on dry windshield

▷

To switch off normal wipe: press down

once.

Do not use the windshield wipers if the

windshield is dry, as this may damage the

wiper blades or cause them to become worn

more quickly.◀

To switch off fast wipe: press down twice.

Rain sensor

The concept

Switching on

The rain sensor automatically controls the time

between wipes depending on the intensity of

the rainfall. The sensor is located on the wind‐

shield, directly behind the interior rearview mir‐

ror.

Activating/deactivating

Press the wiper levers up.

The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐

sition when released.

▷

Normal wiping speed: press up once.

The wipers switch to intermittent operation

when the vehicle is stationary.

Press the button on the wiper lever.

Fast wiping speed: press up twice or press

once beyond the resistance point.

The LED in the wiper lever lights up and a wip‐

ing operation is started. At temperatures below

32 ℉/0 ℃, a wiping operation is not started.

The wipers switch to normal speed when

the vehicle is stationary.

Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes

Switching off and brief wipe

Deactivate the rain sensor when passing

through an automatic car wash; otherwise,

damage could be caused by undesired wiper

activation.◀

Press the wiper levers down.

The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐

sition when released.

▷

Brief wipe: press down once.

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Rain sensor, sensitivity

Fold-out position of the wipers

Required when changing the wiper blades or

under frosty conditions, for example.

1. Switch the ignition on and off again.

2. Under frosty conditions, ensure that the

wiper blades are not frozen onto the wind‐

shield.

3. Press the wiper lever up beyond the point

of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐

onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly

vertical position.

Turn the thumbwheel.

After the wipers are folded back down, the

wiper system must be reactivated.

Clean the windshield, headlamps

Fold the wipers back down

Before switching the ignition on, fold the

wipers back down to the windshield; other‐

wise, the wipers may become damaged when

they are switched on.◀

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Press the wiper levers down. The wipers

move to their resting position and are

ready for operation.

Pull the wiper lever.

The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐

shield and activates the wipers briefly.

Washer fluid

In addition, the headlamps are cleaned at regu‐

lar intervals when the vehicle lights are

switched on.

General information

Antifreeze for washer fluid

Do not use the washer system at freezing

temperatures

Antifreeze is flammable and can cause

injury if it is used incorrectly.

Do not use the washers if there is any danger

that the fluid will freeze on the windshield; oth‐

erwise, your vision could be obscured. For this

reason, use antifreeze.

Therefore, keep it away from sources of igni‐

tion.

Only keep it in the closed original container

and inaccessible to children.

Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is

empty; otherwise, you could damage the

pump.◀

Follow the notes and instructions on the con‐

tainer.

United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is

regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual

states; do not exceed the allowable washer

fluid dilution ratios limits that apply. Follow the

usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐

Windshield washer nozzles

The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐

cally heated while the ignition is switched on.

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tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐

centrate or the equivalent.◀

M double-clutch

transmission with Drivelogic

Washer fluid reservoir

The concept

Adding washer fluid

The M double-clutch transmission with Drive‐

logic is an automatic shift transmission with

two clutches and partial transmissions in which

the gears can be changed without interrupting

the tractive force.

Only add washer fluid when the engine is

cool, and then close the cover completely to

avoid contact between the washer fluid and

hot engine parts.

The operation is via the shift lever or two shift

paddles on the steering wheel.

Otherwise, there is the danger of fire and a risk

to personal safety if the fluid is spilled.◀

Functions

▷

Sequential mode or drive mode.

Various drive programs, Drivelogic.

Upshifting display, Shift Lights.

Automatic downshifting and protection

from misshifting even in sequential mode.

▷

Launch Control.

Automatic double-clutching.

Low Speed Assistant.

All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐

ervoir.

Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐

centrate and tap water and – if required – with a

washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐

turer's recommendations.

Selector lever, transmission positions

At a glance

Mix the washer fluid before adding to maintain

the correct mixing ratio.

Do not add windshield washer concentrate and

antifreeze undiluted and do not fill with pure

water; this could damage the wiper system.

Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif‐

ferent manufacturers, because otherwise it can

result in clogging of the windshield washer

nozzles.

▷

R: reverse gear.

For the capacity, refer to technical data.

N: neutral.

Center position, forward position.

+: manual upshifting.

-: manual downshifting.

D/S: switch between drive mode and se‐

quential mode.

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Kickdown: for maximum acceleration, e. g.

when passing. To do this, depress the acceler‐

ator pedal past the resistance point, and pull

the left shift paddle once or push the shift lever

forward once.

Engaging the transmission position

Pull or push lever in the corresponding direc‐

tion.

As soon as the selector lever is released, it re‐

verts to the center position. In position R, the

selector lever locks.

Switch to Drive mode: push selector lever in

D/S direction.

The engaged transmission position is dis‐

played in the instrument cluster and on the se‐

lector lever.

D Drive mode

In Drive mode, all forward gears are automati‐

cally changed.

With the transmission position engaged, the

vehicle can be moved very slowly when ma‐

neuvering or in stop and go traffic. To do this,

depress the accelerator briefly while the vehi‐

cle is stationary.

Kickdown: for maximum acceleration, e. g.

when passing. To do this, depress the acceler‐

ator pedal past the resistance point.

Switch to Sequential mode: shift using the

shift paddles or the selector lever, or push the

selector lever in the D/S direction.

Shift lock

To shift out of neutral, apply the brake while

the vehicle is stationary.

P Park

The drive wheels are blocked.

P is engaged automatically:

R is Reverse

Select only when the vehicle is stationary.

It is also possible to rock the vehicle up to

6 mph/10 km/h. To do this, switch between

forward and reverse gear.

▷

After the engine is switched off in ignition

off, refer to page 63, if position R or D is

engaged.

▷

If the ignition is switched off and position N

is engaged.

N is Neutral

Use in automatic car washes, for example. The

vehicle can then roll.

Displays in the instrument cluster

Sequential mode

S Sequential mode

Use the shift paddles or the shift lever to up‐

shift or downshift without letting off the gas.

▷

Engaged gear, arrow 1.

Selected driving program,

Drivelogic, refer to

Automatic Functions:

page 74, arrow 2.

▷

Upshifting or downshifting is done only if

the rpm and vehicle speed are appropriate.

For example, there is no downshifting if the

engine speed is too high.

Drive mode

▷

Engaged gear together with

a D, arrow 1.

Shortly before falling below a gear-de‐

pendent minimum speed, the transmission

is automatically downshifted.

Selected driving program,

Drivelogic, refer to

page 74, arrow 2.

It is also possible to start out in 2nd gear, e. g.

on icy roads.

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▷

2: relaxed driving.

3: sporty driving.

Note

When the external temperature is very low, the

display may not work. Current driving direction

is recognizable at the engaged selector lever

position.

In Sequential mode

Choice of three driving programs:

▷

1: comfortable shifting operations.

2: sporty, fast shifting operations.

Gear change

Shifting in Sequential mode possible.

3: maximum shifting speed, Launch Con‐

trol, refer to page 75.

A shift in Drive mode causes a switch to Se‐

quential mode.

Selecting driving program using

rocker switch in center console

Using the selector lever

▷

To shift up: pull the selector lever rear‐

wards.

▷

To shift down: press the selector lever for‐

ward.

Using the shift paddles on the steering

wheel

Press button repeatedly until the de‐

sired driving program is displayed in

the instrument cluster.

Selecting driving program using

M Drive

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. "Settings"

▷

Shift up: pull right shift paddle.

Shift down: pull left shift paddle.

3. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"

Drivelogic

Various driving programs are available.

4.

Select the symbol.

5. "Mode"

After each switch between Sequential mode

and Drive mode, the last program selected is

an active.

6. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached and press the controller.

▷

"D": drive mode

Exception: after each engine start, driving pro‐

gram 1 is active in Drive mode.

"S": sequential mode.

7. "Shift position"

In Drive mode

Choice of three driving programs:

8. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached and press the controller.

▷

1: efficient driving.

9. Selecting another driving program.

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When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐

ately applied.

3. With the engine running, lightly apply the

brakes with the left foot.

To activate M Drive with the selected settings,

press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel:

4. While the vehicle is stationary, press the

selector lever forward and hold it.

A flag symbol appears in the instrument

cluster.

▷

5. Fully depress the accelerator pedal.

The starting engine speed adjusts.

▷

6. If necessary, change the starting engine

speed by 500 rpm via cruise control.

Risk of an accident

Use the settings for DSC in M Drive; oth‐

erwise, driving stability may be impaired, and

there is risk of an accident.◀

7. Release brake. When the selector lever is

released, the vehicle accelerates. Keep the

accelerator pedal depressed.

Upshifting occurs automatically as long as

the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.

Display in the instrument cluster

Selected driving program corre‐

sponds to the number of illumi‐

nated fields.

Hints

Launch Control is available only after a certain

distance has been driven.

Did not use Launch Control during the break-

in, refer to page 160, period.

Launch Control

The concept

To maintain driving stability, always activate

DSC if possible.

Launch Control enables optimum acceleration

on surfaces with good traction.

Shift Lights

The concept

Component wear

Shift Lights in the Head-Up Display indicate

the optimum shifting point in Sequential mode,

refer to page 73. Thus, with a sporty driving

style, the best possible vehicle acceleration is

achieved.

Do not use Launch Control too often;

otherwise, this may result in premature wear of

components due to the high stress placed on

the vehicle.◀

Activate Launch Control

Display in the Head-up Display

Launch Control is available when the engine is

warmed up, that is, after uninterrupted driving

of at least 6 miles/10 km.

1. Deactivate Dynamic Stability Control, refer

to page 118.

2. Select Sequential mode with driving pro‐

gram 3.

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▷

Current engine speed is lightly highlighted

in the display.

Overheating

Do not ride the brake; otherwise, the

transmission may overheat.◀

Arrow 1: successive yellow illuminated

fields indicate the upcoming upshift mo‐

ment.

Deactivating

Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to a

stop.

▷

Arrow 2: fields are illuminated in red. Do

not wait any further to shift.

When the maximum possible speed is

reached, the entire speed display flashes.

System limits

When the maximum speed is exceeded, the

supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect

the engine. Speeds in this range must be

avoided.

This transmission has an overheating protec‐

tion mechanism, which protects the clutch

from extreme stress.

▷

Indicator lamp lights up yellow:

transmission too hot.

Displaying Shift Lights

Shift Lights can only be displayed in M view,

refer to page 132.

Avoid high engine stress and fre‐

quent starts.

▷

Indicator lamp lights up red: transmission

is overheating.

1. Switch on Head-Up Display, refer to

page 132.

Further driving at a moderate pace is pos‐

sible. At the next opportunity, stop the car,

shut off the engine and allow the transmis‐

sion to cool down.

2. "Settings"

3. "Head-Up Display"

4. "Displayed information"

5. "M View"

Avoid fast starts, and on inclines did not accel‐

erate lightly while letting the clutch slip; other‐

wise, the transmission may overheat.

Low Speed Assistant

The Low Speed Assistant gives assistance at

very low speeds. The vehicle travels at walking

speed and automatically controls the speed of

the engine.

During traffic jams or at very low speeds, use

the Low Speed Assistant, refer to page 76.

M Driving Dynamics Control

This can also be used for rocking the vehicle in

the snow. To do this, switch between reverse

gear and forward gear without stepping on the

brakes in the process.

The concept

The M Driving Dynamics Control affects the

response of the vehicle to accelerator pedal

movements.

Activating

1. Engage a driving position.

2. Briefly tap the accelerator petal.

The vehicle rolls at minimum speed.

Programs

Response behavior options:

▷

"Efficient": comfortable. Minimal fuel con‐

sumption.

This is possible in 1st and 2nd gear and in re‐

verse gear.

Ideal e. g. in city traffic or on snow.

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▷

"Sport": sporty, dynamic.

Manual transmission

"Sport Plus": spontaneous, direct. Maxi‐

mum dynamics.

Shifting

Shifting into 5th or 6th gear

Selecting a channel

When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push

the gearshift lever to the right; otherwise inad‐

vertent shifting into the 3rd or 4th gear could

lead to engine damage.◀

Via M Drive

1. "Settings"

2. "M Drive 1" or"M Drive 2"

3.

Select the symbol.

Reverse gear

4. Select the desired channel.

Select only when the vehicle is stationary.

When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left,

a slight resistance needs to be overcome.

When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐

ately applied.

To activate M Drive with the selected settings,

press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel:

▷

Using the button

Press button repeatedly until the desired

program is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

Display in the instrument cluster

Engine Dynamics Control with selected

program with activated Display of the

system states of the driving dynamics,

refer to page 84.

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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‐

Instrument cluster

Overview, instrument cluster

1

2

3

4

Fuel gaugeꢀꢁ81

5

6

7

Engine oil temperatureꢀꢁ81

Electronic displaysꢀꢁ79

Display/reset milesꢀꢁ82

Speedometer

Indicator/warning lampsꢀꢁ79

Tachometerꢀꢁ81

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Controls

Electronic displays

Overview, instrument cluster

1

Messages, e.g. Check Controlꢀꢁ79

Timeꢀꢁ82

Miles/trip milesꢀꢁ82

5

Selection list, such as for the radioꢀꢁ88

System states of driving dynamicsꢀꢁ84

Current fuel consumptionꢀꢁ83

Energy recoveryꢀꢁ83

Digital tachometerꢀꢁ82

Rangeꢀꢁ83

2

3

4

Computerꢀꢁ88

Transmission display, Drivelogicꢀꢁ83

Gear shift indicatorꢀꢁ86

Service requirementsꢀꢁ84

External temperatureꢀꢁ82

Auto Start/Stop functionꢀꢁ65

In addition, an acoustic signal may be output

and a text message may appear on the Control

Display.

Check Control

The concept

The Check Control system monitors functions

in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions

in the monitored systems.

Indicator/warning lamps

The indicator and warning lamps in the instru‐

ment cluster can light up in a variety of combi‐

nations and colors.

A Check Control message is displayed as a

combination of indicator or warning lamps and

text messages in the instrument cluster and in

the Head-up Display.

Several of the lamps are checked for proper

functioning and light up temporarily when the

engine is started or the ignition is switched on.

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Displays

Overview: indicator/warning lamps

Symbol Function or system

Steering system.

Symbol Function or system

Turn signal.

Engine functions.

Parking brake.

Engine functions in Canadian mod‐

els.

Parking brake in Canadian models.

High beams.

Brake system.

Brake system in Canadian models.

ABS Antilock Brake System.

High-beam Assistant.

Parking lamps, headlamp control.

ABS Antilock Brake System in

Canadian models.

Vehicle detection, Active Cruise

Control: collision warning.

At least one Check Control mes‐

sage is displayed or is stored.

Cruise control.

M Drive 1.

Lane departure warning.

DSC Dynamic Stability Control.

M Drive 2.

M Dynamic Mode.

Text messages

Tire Pressure Monitor.

Flat Tire Monitor.

Text messages in combination with a symbol

in the instrument cluster explain a Check Con‐

trol message and the meaning of the indicator

and warning lamps.

Safety belts.

Supplementary text messages

Airbag system.

Additional information, such as on the cause of

a fault or the required action, can be called up

via Check Control.

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The supplementary text of urgent messages is

automatically displayed on the Control Display.

Displaying stored Check Control

messages

1. "Vehicle Info"

Symbols

2. "Vehicle status"

Depending on the Check Control message, the

following functions can be selected.

3.

"Check Control"

4. Select the text message.

▷

"Owner's Manual"

Display additional information about the

Check Control message in the Integrated

Owner's Manual.

Messages after trip completion

Special messages that are displayed during

driving are displayed again after the ignition is

switched off.

▷

"Service request"

Contact the service partner.

"Roadside Assistance"

Fuel gauge

Contact Roadside Assistance.

The vehicle inclination may

cause the display to vary.

Hiding Check Control messages

US models: the arrow beside the

fuel pump symbol shows which

side of the vehicle the fuel filler

flap is on.

Hints on refueling, refer to page 172.

Tachometer

Press the computer button on the turn signal

lever.

Always avoid engine speeds in

the red warning field. In this

range, the fuel supply is inter‐

rupted to protect the engine.

▷

Some Check Control messages are dis‐

played continuously and are not cleared

until the malfunction is eliminated. If sev‐

eral malfunctions occur at once, the mes‐

sages are displayed consecutively.

Engine oil temperature

▷

Cold engine: the pointer is at

the low temperature end.

Drive at moderate engine

and vehicle speeds.

These messages can be hidden for approx.

8 seconds. After this time, they are dis‐

played again automatically.

▷

Other Check Control messages are hidden

automatically after approx. 20 seconds.

They are stored and can be displayed

again later.

▷

Normal operating tempera‐

ture: the pointer is in the

middle or in the left half of

the temperature display.

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▷

Hot engine: the pointer is at the high tem‐

perature end. A Check Control message is

also displayed.

Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and

shaded roads, for example, to avoid the in‐

creased risk of an accident.◀

Time

Coolant temperature

The time is displayed at the bot‐

tom of the instrument cluster.

If the coolant along with the engine becomes

too hot, a Check Control message is displayed.

Setting the time and time for‐

mat, refer to page 90.

Check the coolant level, refer to page 189.

Odometer and trip odometer

Date

▷

Odometer, arrow 1.

The date is displayed in the

computer.

▷

Trip odometer, arrow 2.

Setting the date and date for‐

mat, refer to page 90.

Display/reset miles

Digital tachometer

Press the knob.

▷

When the ignition is

The current speed is displayed

in the instrument cluster.

switched off, the time, the

external temperature and

the odometer are displayed.

▷

When the ignition is switched on, the trip

odometer is reset.

Activate display

1. "Settings"

2. "Info display"

External temperature

3. "Digital speedometer"

External temperature warning

Adjusting the unit

1. "Settings"

If the indicator drops to

+37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal

sounds.

2. "Language/Units"

3. "Dig. speedo:"

A Check Control message is

displayed.

4. Select the desired unit.

There is the increased danger of ice.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Ice on roads

Even at temperatures above

+37 ℉/+3 ℃, there can be a risk of ice on

roads.

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Gear display with Drivelogic

Current fuel consumption

Displays the current fuel con‐

sumption. You can check

whether you are currently driv‐

ing in an efficient and environ‐

mentally-friendly manner.

Sequential mode

▷

Engaged gear, arrow 1.

Selected driving program,

Drivelogic, refer to page 74,

arrow 2.

Displaying the current fuel

consumption

1. "Settings"

Drive mode

▷

Engaged gear together with

a D, arrow 1.

2. "Info display"

Selected driving program,

Drivelogic, refer to page 74,

arrow 2.

3. If necessary, "M dynamic driving syst."

The display for the current fuel con‐

sumption is active.

Display of the dynamic driving sys‐

tems, refer to page 84.

Range

The bar display for the current fuel consump‐

tion is displayed in the instrument cluster.

After the reserve range is

reached:

▷

A Check Control message is

displayed briefly.

Energy recovery

▷

The remaining range is

shown on the onboard com‐

puter.

The kinetic energy of the vehicle

is converted to electrical energy

while coasting. The vehicle bat‐

tery is partially charged and fuel

consumption can be lowered.

▷

When a dynamic driving style is used, such

as when cornering quickly, operation of the

engine is not always ensured.

The Check Control message appears continu‐

ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km.

Displaying energy recovery

1. "Settings"

Refuel promptly

2. "Info display"

Refuel no later than at a range of

30 miles/50 km, or operation of the engine is

not ensured and damage may occur.◀

3. If necessary, "M dynamic driving syst."

The display for the energy recovery is

active.

Display of the dynamic driving sys‐

tems, refer to page 84.

Displaying the cruising range

1. "Settings"

2. "Info display"

3. "Range"

The range is displayed in the instrument clus‐

ter.

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Displays

EfficientDynamics display

Information on fuel consumption and technol‐

ogy can be displayed during driving.

Symbols Description

Engine Dynamics Control, refer to

page 76.

1. "Vehicle Info"

Electronic Damper Control EDC,

refer to page 119.

2. "EfficientDynamics"

Displaying fuel consumption history

Servotronic, refer to page 120.

The average fuel consumption can be dis‐

played within an adjustable time frame.

"Consumption history"

Activate display

1. "Settings"

Adjusting fuel consumption history

time frame

2. "Info display"

Select the symbol.

3. If necessary. "M dynamic driving syst."

The display for the Driving Dynamics

System is active.

Resetting fuel consumption history

1. Open "Options".

Display Current fuel consumption, refer

to page 83, and Energy recovery, refer to

page 83.

2. "Reset consumption history"

Displaying EfficientDynamics info

The current efficiency can be displayed.

"EfficientDynamics info"

Service requirements

The following systems are displayed:

Display

▷

Automatic engine Start/Stop function.

Energy recovery.

The driving distance or the time

to the next scheduled mainte‐

nance is displayed briefly after

the ignition is switched on.

Climate control output.

The current service require‐

ments can be read out from the remote control

by the service specialist.

Driving dynamics systems

The system states of the driving

dynamics are displayed in the

instrument cluster.

With TeleService, data regarding the service

status or legally mandated inspections of your

vehicle are automatically transmitted to your

service center before the service due date.

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Detailed information on service

requirements

More information on the scope of service re‐

quired can be displayed on the Control Dis‐

play.

Automatic Service Request

Data regarding the service status or legally

mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐

matically transmitted to your service center

before a service due date.

You can check when your service center was

notified.

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Vehicle status"

1. "Vehicle Info"

3.

"Service required"

2. "Vehicle status"

3. Open "Options".

4. "Last Service Request"

Required maintenance procedures and le‐

gally mandated inspections are displayed.

4. Select an entry to call up detailed informa‐

tion.

Service history

Symbols

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.

Symbols

Description

No service is currently re‐

quired.

The entered maintenance work can be dis‐

played on the Control Display. Function is

available as soon as a maintenance operation

has been entered in the vehicle data.

The deadline for service or a

legally mandated inspection is

approaching.

1. "Vehicle Info"

The service deadline has al‐

ready passed.

2. "Vehicle status"

3.

4.

"Service required"

"Service history"

Entering appointment dates

Enter the dates for the required inspections.

Performed maintenance operations are

displayed.

5. Select an entry to call up detailed informa‐

tion.

Ensure that the vehicle date and time are set

correctly.

1. "Vehicle Info"

Symbols

2. "Vehicle status"

Symbols

Description

3.

"Service required"

4. "§ Vehicle inspection"

5. "Date:"

Green: maintenance was per‐

formed on schedule.

6. Adjust the settings.

7. Confirm.

Yellow: maintenance was per‐

formed late.

The entered date is stored.

Maintenance was not per‐

formed.

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symbols for wet road conditions, etc. are also

detected and compared with vehicle interior

data, such as for the rain sensor, and are dis‐

played depending on the situation. The system

takes into account the information stored in

the navigation system and also displays speed

limits present on routes without signs.

Gear shift indicator

The concept

The system recommends the most fuel effi‐

cient gear in the current driving situation.

Depending on how the vehicle is equipped and

the country-specific version of the vehicle, the

gear shift indicator is active in the manual

mode of the automatic transmission and in the

manual transmission.

No Passing Information

No Passing Information in the instrument clus‐

ter displays the beginnings and ends of no

passing zones detected by the camera. The

system accounts for only the beginnings and

ends of No Passing zones marked by signs.

Indicators to shift up or down are displayed in

the instrument cluster.

On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the

engaged gear is displayed.

No display is shown:

▷

In countries where No Passing zones are

primarily identified with road markings.

Displays

▷

On routes without signage.

Symbol Description

Where there are railroad crossings, high‐

way markings or other situations where no

signage is present, but passing would not

be permitted.

Fuel efficient gear is engaged.

Shift up to fuel efficient gear.

Shift down to fuel efficient gear.

Shift into neutral.

Hints

Personal judgment

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic

situation.

The system assists the driver and does not re‐

place the human eye.◀

Speed limit detection with

No Passing Information

The concept

Speed limit detection

Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the

shape of a traffic sign to display the currently

detected speed limit. The camera at the base

of the interior rearview mirror detects traffic

signs at the edge of the road as well as variable

overhead sign posts. Traffic signs with extra

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Speed limit detection can also be displayed in

the Head-up Display.

At a glance

Camera

No Passing Information

▷

Start of No Passing zone.

End of No Passing zone.

No Passing Information not

available.

No Passing Information can also be displayed

in the Head-up Display.

System limits

The camera is located near the base of the

mirror.

The system may not be fully functional and

may provide incorrect information in the fol‐

lowing situations:

Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐

terior rear view mirror clean and clear.

▷

In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.

When signs are concealed by objects.

Switching on/off

1. "Settings"

When driving very close to the vehicle in

front of you.

2. "Info display"

▷

When driving toward bright lights.

3. "Speed limit information"

When the windshield behind the interior

rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐

ered by a sticker, etc.

If speed limit detection is switched on, it can

be displayed on the info display in the instru‐

ment cluster via the onboard computer. No

Passing Information is displayed together with

the activated speed limit information.

▷

In the event of incorrect detection by the

camera.

If the speed limits stored in the navigation

system are incorrect.

Display

The following is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

In areas not covered by the navigation sys‐

tem.

When roads differ from the navigation,

such as due to changes in the road net‐

work.

Speed limit detection

Current speed limit.

▷

When passing buses or trucks with a

speed sticker.

▷

If the traffic signs are non-conforming.

During calibration of the camera immedi‐

ately after vehicle shipment.

Speed limit detection is not

available.

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Displays

Selection lists in the

instrument cluster

Computer

Indication in the info display

The concept

The information from the on‐

board computer is shown in the

info display in the instrument

cluster.

Calling up information on the info

display

The following can be operated using the but‐

tons and the thumbwheel on the steering

wheel:

▷

Current audio source.

Redial on telephone.

Activation of the voice activation system.

Press the onboard computer button on the

turn signal lever.

Activating a list and creating the

setting

Information is displayed on the info display of

the instrument cluster.

Information at a glance

Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn

signal lever calls up the following information

on the info display:

▷

Range.

Average fuel consumption.

Average speed.

Date.

On the right side of the steering wheel, turn

the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding

list.

Speed limit detection.

Time of arrival.

Using the thumbwheel, select the desired set‐

ting and confirm it by pressing the thumb‐

wheel.

When destination guidance is activated in

the navigation system.

▷

Distance to destination.

When destination guidance is activated in

the navigation system.

Arrow view of navigation system.

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When destination guidance is activated in

the navigation system.

Time of arrival

The estimated time of arrival is

displayed if a destination is en‐

tered in the navigation system

before the trip is started.

When the arrow view in the Head-up Dis‐

play is inactive.

Adjusting the info display

The time must be correctly set.

You can select what information from the on‐

board computer is to be displayed on the info

display of the instrument cluster.

Speed limit detection

Description of the speed limit detection, refer

to page 86, function.

1. "Settings"

2. "Info display"

Speed limit

3. Select the desired displays.

Display of a speed limit which, when reached,

should cause a warning to be issued.

Information in detail

Range

Displays the estimated cruising range available

with the remaining fuel.

The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed

drops below the set speed limit once by at

least 3 mph/5 km/h.

Displaying, setting or changing the

limit

It is calculated based on your driving style over

the last 20 miles/30 km.

1. "Settings"

2. "Speed"

Average fuel consumption

The average fuel consumption is calculated for

the period during which the engine is running.

3. "Warning at:"

4. Turn the controller until the desired limit is

displayed.

The average fuel consumption is calculated for

the distance traveled since the last reset by the

onboard computer.

5. Press the controller.

The speed limit is stored.

Average speed

Activating/deactivating the limit

1. "Settings"

Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the

engine manually stopped do not enter into the

calculation of the average speed.

2. "Speed"

3. "Warning"

Resetting average values

Press and hold the computer button on the

turn signal lever.

4. Press the controller.

Setting your current speed as the limit

1. "Settings"

Distance to destination

2. "Speed"

The distance remaining to the destination is

displayed if a destination is entered in the navi‐

gation system before the trip is started.

3. "Select current speed"

4. Press the controller.

The distance to the destination is adopted au‐

tomatically.

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The current vehicle speed is stored as the

limit.

3. "Time zone"

4. Select the desired time zone.

The time zone is stored.

Trip computer

The vehicle features two types of computer.

Setting the time

1. "Settings"

2. "Time/Date"

3. "Time:"

▷

"Onboard info": the values can be reset as

often as necessary.

▷

"Trip computer": the values provide an

overview of the current trip.

4. Turn the controller until the desired hours

are displayed.

Resetting the trip computer

1. "Vehicle Info"

5. Press the controller.

6. Turn the controller until the desired mi‐

nutes are displayed.

2. "Trip computer"

3. "Reset": all values are reset.

7. Press the controller.

The time is stored.

"Automatically reset": all values are reset

approx. 4 hours after the vehicle comes to

a standstill.

Setting the time format

1. "Settings"

Display on the Control Display

Display the onboard computer or trip computer

on the Control Display.

2. "Time/Date"

3. "Format:"

1. "Vehicle Info"

4. Select the desired format.

The time format is stored.

2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer"

Resetting the fuel consumption or

speed

Date

Setting the date

1. "Settings"

2. "Time/Date"

3. "Date:"

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Onboard info"

3. "Consumpt." or "Speed"

4. "Yes"

4. Turn the controller until the desired day is

displayed.

Settings on the Control

Display

5. Press the controller.

6. Make the necessary settings for the month

and year.

Time

The date is stored.

Setting the time zone

1. "Settings"

Setting the date format

1. "Settings"

2. "Time/Date"

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3. "Format:"

4. Turn the controller until the desired bright‐

ness is set.

4. Select the desired format.

The date format is stored.

5. Press the controller.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Language

Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐

ness control may not be clearly visible.

Setting the language

To set the language on the Control Display:

1. "Settings"

2. "Language/Units"

3. "Language:"

4. Select the desired language.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Setting the voice dialog

Voice dialog for the voice activation system,

refer to page 24.

Units of measure

Setting the units of measure

To set the units for fuel consumption, route/

distance and temperature:

1. "Settings"

2. "Language/Units"

3. Select the desired menu item.

4. Select the desired unit.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Brightness

Setting the brightness

To set the brightness of the Control Display:

1. "Settings"

2. "Control display"

3. "Brightness"

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Lamps

Parking lamps

Switch position

up on all sides, e.g., for parking.

Vehicle equipment

: the vehicle lamps light

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.

Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe‐

riods; otherwise, the battery may become dis‐

charged and it would then be impossible to

start the engine.

When parking, it is preferable to switch on the

one-sided roadside parking lamps, refer to

page 93.

At a glance

Low beams

Switch position

with the ignition switched

on: the low beams light up.

Welcome lamps

When parking the vehicle, leave the switch in

position

or

: the parking and interior

lamps light up briefly when the vehicle is un‐

locked.

1

2

Rear fog lamps

Activating/deactivating

1. "Settings"

Automatic headlamp control, Adaptive

Light Control, High-beam Assistant, Wel‐

come lamps, Daytime running lights

2. "Lighting"

3. "Welcome lights"

3

4

5

Lamps off, daytime running lights

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Parking lamps, daytime running lights

Low beams, welcome lamps, High-beam

Assistant

Headlamp courtesy delay feature

6

Instrument lighting

The low beams stay lit for a short while after

the ignition is switched off, if the lamps are

switched off and the headlamp flasher is

switched on.

Parking lamps/low beams,

headlamp control

Setting the duration

1. "Settings"

General information

Switch position: 0,

,

2. "Lighting"

If the driver door is opened with the ignition

switched off, the exterior lighting is automati‐

cally switched off at these switch settings.

3. "Pathway lighting:"

4. Set the duration.

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Controls

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Roadside parking lamps

Automatic headlamp control

Switch position

: the low beams are

switched on and off automatically, e.g., in tun‐

nels, in twilight or if there is precipitation. The

indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights

up.

A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can

cause the lights to be switched on.

The vehicle can be illuminated on one side.

The low beams always stay on when the fog

lamps are switched on.

Switching on

With the ignition switched off, press the lever

either up or down past the resistance point for

approx. 2 seconds.

Personal responsibility

The automatic headlamp control cannot

serve as a substitute for your personal judg‐

ment in determining when the lamps should be

switched on in response to ambient lighting

conditions.

Switching off

Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in

the opposite direction.

For example, the sensors are unable to detect

fog or hazy weather. To avoid safety risks, you

should always switch on the lamps manually

under these conditions.◀

Adaptive light control

The concept

Daytime running lights

Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlamp

control system that enables dynamic illumina‐

tion of the road surface.

With the ignition switched on, the daytime run‐

ning lights light up in position 0,

or

.

After the ignition is switched off, the parking

Depending on the steering angle and other pa‐

rameters, the light from the headlamp follows

the course of the road.

lamps light up in position

.

Activating/deactivating

In tight curves, e.g., on mountainous roads or

when turning, an additional, corner-illuminating

lamp is switched on that lights up the inside of

the curve when the vehicle is moving below a

certain speed.

In some countries, daytime running lights are

compulsory, so it may not be possible to deac‐

tivate the daytime running lights.

1. "Settings"

2. "Lighting"

Activating

3. "Daytime running lamps"

Switch position

on.

with the ignition switched

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

The turning lamps are automatically switched

on depending on the steering angle or the use

of turn signals.

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Lamps

To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐

tive Light Control does not swivel to the driv‐

er's side when the vehicle is at a standstill.

2. Press the button on the turn signal lever,

arrow.

The indicator lamp in the instrument

cluster lights up.

When driving in reverse, only the turning lamp

is active.

When the lights are switched on, the

high beams are switched on and off automati‐

cally.

Self-leveling headlamps

The self-leveling headlamps compensate for

acceleration and braking operations in order

not to blind the oncoming traffic and to achieve

optimum illumination of the roadway.

The system responds to light from oncoming

traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to

adequate illumination, e.g., in towns and cities.

The blue indicator lamp in the instru‐

ment cluster lights up when the system

switches on the high beams. Depend‐

Malfunction

A Check Control message is displayed.

ing on the version of the system in the vehicle,

the high beams may not switch off for oncom‐

ing vehicles, but may only be dimmed in the

areas that blind oncoming traffic. In this case,

the blue indicator light will stay on.

Adaptive light control is malfunctioning or has

failed. Have the system checked as soon as

possible.

High-beam Assistant

Switching the high beams on and off

manually

The concept

When the low beams are switched on, this sys‐

tem automatically switches the high beams on

and off or suppresses the light in the areas that

blind oncoming traffic. The procedure is con‐

trolled by a sensor on the front of the interior

rearview mirror. The assistant ensures that the

high beams are switched on whenever the traf‐

fic situation allows. The driver can intervene at

any time and switch the high beams on and off

as usual.

▷

High beams on, arrow 1.

High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2.

Activating

The High-beam Assistant can be switched off

when manually adjusting the light. To reacti‐

vate the High-beam Assistant, press the but‐

ton on the turn signal lever.

System limits

Personal responsibility

The high-beam assistant cannot serve as

a substitute for the driver's personal judgment

of when to use the high beams. Therefore,

1. Turn the light switch to

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manually switch off the high beams in situa‐

tions where this is required to avoid a safety

risk.◀

Instrument lighting

Adjusting

The system is not fully functional in situations

such as the following, and driver intervention

may be necessary:

The parking lamps or low beams

must be switched on to adjust

the brightness.

▷

In very unfavorable weather conditions,

such as fog or heavy precipitation.

Adjust the brightness using the

thumbwheel.

▷

In detecting poorly-lit road users, such as

pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders and

wagons; when driving close to train or ship

traffic; and at animal crossings.

Interior lamps

▷

In tight curves, on hilltops or in depres‐

sions, in cross traffic or half-obscured on‐

coming traffic on freeways.

General information

The interior lamps, footwell lamps, entry lamps

and courtesy lamps are controlled automati‐

cally.

In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the

presence of highly reflective signs.

The brightness of some of these lamps is influ‐

enced by the thumbwheel for the instrument

lighting.

▷

At low speeds.

When the windshield in front of the interior

rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐

ered with stickers, etc.

Camera

1

2

Interior lamps

Reading lamp

Switching the interior lamps on and

off

The camera is located near the base of the

mirror.

Press the button.

Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐

terior rear view mirror clean and clear.

To switch off permanently: press the button for

approx. 3 seconds.

Switch back on: press button.

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Lamps

Reading lamps

Setting the brightness

The brightness of the ambient light can be ad‐

justed via the thumbwheel for the instrument

lighting but also independently of it.

Press the button.

Reading lamps are located at the front and rear

next to the interior lamps.

1. "Settings"

When the interior lamps are switched off per‐

manently, the reading lamps cannot be

switched on.

2. "Lighting"

3. "Brightness:"

4. Adjust the brightness.

Bang & Olufsen High End Surround

Sound System

Adjusting speaker lighting

Some speakers in the vehicle are illuminated.

The lighting can be individually set.

1. "Settings"

2. "Lighting"

3. "B & O"

4. Select the desired lighting setting.

▷

"Off": no lighting.

"Reduced": the speakers in the field of

view are hidden while driving.

▷

"On": the speakers are always illumi‐

nated.

Ambient light

Depending on the equipment, the lighting can

be individually adjusted in the interior for some

lights.

Selecting color scheme

1. "Settings"

2. "Lighting"

3. "Ambient:"

4. Select the desired setting.

If the color scheme of the line is selected and

the welcome lamps are activated, the welcome

lamps are displayed in color when unlocking

the vehicle.

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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‐

Airbags

1

2

3

Front airbag, driver

Front airbag, front passenger

Head airbag

4

5

Side airbag

Knee airbags

Front airbags

Head airbags

Front airbags help protect the driver and front

passenger by responding to frontal impacts in

which safety belts alone cannot provide ade‐

quate restraint.

In a lateral impact, the head airbag supports

the head.

Knee airbag

The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal

impact.

Side airbags

In a lateral impact, the side airbag supports the

side of the body in the chest and lap area.

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▷

Never modify either the individual compo‐

nents or the wiring in the airbag system.

This also applies to steering wheel covers,

the dashboard, the seats, the roof pillars

and the sides of the headliner.◀

Protective action

Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐

tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end

collisions.

Information on how to ensure the optimal

protective effect of the airbags

Even when all instructions are followed closely,

injury from contact with the airbags cannot be

ruled out in certain situations.

▷

Keep at a distance from the airbags.

Always grasp the steering wheel on the

steering wheel rim, holding your hands at

the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to

keep the danger of injury to your hands or

arms as low as possible if the airbag is trig‐

gered.

The ignition and inflation noise may lead to

short-term and, in most cases, temporary

hearing impairment in sensitive individuals.

In the case of a malfunction, deactivation

and after triggering of the airbags

Do not touch the individual components imme‐

diately after the system has been triggered;

otherwise, there is the danger of burns.

▷

There should be no people, animals, or ob‐

jects between an airbag and a person.

Do not use the cover of the front airbag on

the front passenger side as a storage area.

Only have the airbags checked, repaired or dis‐

mantled and the airbag generator scrapped by

your service center or a workshop that has the

necessary authorization for handling explo‐

sives.

Keep the dashboard and window on the

front passenger side clear, i.e., do not

cover with adhesive labels or coverings,

and do not attach holders such as for navi‐

gation instruments and mobile phones.

Non-professional attempts to service the sys‐

tem could lead to failure in an emergency or

undesired triggering of the airbag, either of

which could result in injury.◀

▷

Make sure that the front passenger is sit‐

ting correctly, i.e., keeps his or her feet and

legs in the footwell; otherwise, leg injuries

can occur if the front airbag is triggered.

Warnings and information on the airbags are

also found on the sun visors.

Do not place slip covers, seat cushions or

other objects on the front passenger seat

that are not approved specifically for seats

with integrated side airbags.

Functional readiness of the airbag

system

When the ignition is switch on, the

warning lamp in the instrument cluster

lights up briefly and thereby indicates

the operational readiness of the entire airbag

system and the belt tensioner.

▷

Do not hang pieces of clothing, such as

jackets, over the backrests.

Make sure that occupants keep their heads

away from the side airbag and do not rest

against the head airbag; otherwise, injuries

can occur if the airbags are triggered.

Airbag system malfunctioning

▷

Do not remove the airbag restraint system.

Do not remove the steering wheel.

▷

Warning lamp does not come on when the

ignition is turned on.

Do not apply adhesive materials to the air‐

bag cover panels, cover them or modify

them in any way.

▷

The warning lamp lights up continuously.

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When there is a malfunction, have the

airbag system checked immediately

▷

Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats

or other items to the front passenger seat

unless they are specifically recommended

by the manufacturer of your vehicle.

When there is a malfunction, have the airbag

system checked immediately; otherwise, there

is a risk that the system does not function as

expected in the event of an accident despite

corresponding severity of the accident.◀

▷

Do not place any electronic devices on the

passenger seat if a child restraint system is

to be installed on it.

Do not place objects under the seat that

could press against the seat from below.

Automatic deactivation of the front

passenger airbags

Indicator lamp for the front passenger

airbags

The system determines whether the front pas‐

senger seat is occupied by measuring the re‐

sistance of the human body.

The front, knee, and side airbag on the front

passenger side are activated or deactivated

accordingly.

Leave feet in the footwell

Make sure that the front passenger

keeps his or her feet in the footwell; otherwise,

the front passenger airbags may not function

properly.◀

The indicator lamp for the front passenger air‐

bags indicates the operating state of the front

passenger airbags.

Child restraint fixing system in the front

passenger seat

The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ac‐

tivated or deactivated.

Before transporting a child on the front pas‐

senger seat, refer to the safety notes and in‐

structions under Children on the front passen‐

ger seat.◀

▷

The indicator lamp lights up

when a child who is properly

seated in a child restraint fix‐

ing system intended for that

purpose is detected on the

seat or the seat is empty.

The airbags on the front

passenger side are not acti‐

vated.

Malfunction of the automatic

deactivation system

When transporting older children and adults,

the front passenger airbags may be deacti‐

vated in certain sitting positions. In this case,

the indicator lamp for the front passenger air‐

bags lights up.

▷

The indicator lamp does not light up when,

for example, a correctly seated person of

sufficient size is detected on the seat. The

airbags on the front passenger side are ac‐

tivated.

In this case, change the sitting position so that

the front passenger airbags are activated and

the indicator lamp goes out.

If it is not possible to activate the airbags, have

the person sit in the rear.

To make sure that the occupied seat cushion

can be evaluated correctly

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Detected child seats

Tire Pressure Monitor TPM

The system generally detects children seated

in a child seat, especially in the child seats that

were required by NHTSA when the vehicle was

manufactured. After installing a child seat,

make sure that the indicator lamp for the front

passenger airbags lights up. This indicates

that the child seat has been detected and the

front passenger airbags are not activated.

The concept

The system monitors tire pressure in the four

mounted tires. The system warns you if there

is a significant loss of pressure in one or more

tires. For this purpose, sensors in the tire

valves measure the tire pressure and tire tem‐

perature.

Strength of the driver's and front

passenger airbag

The strength with which the driver's and front

passenger airbags are triggered depends on

the position of the driver's and front passenger

seats.

Hints

Tire damage due to external factors

Sudden tire damage caused by external

influences cannot be indicated in advance.◀

Pay attention to the other information and indi‐

cations under Tire inflation pressure, refer to

page 175, as well when using the system.

To maintain the accuracy of this function over

the long-term, calibrate the front seats when a

corresponding message appears on the Con‐

trol Display.

Functional requirements

The system must have been reset with the

correct tire inflation pressure; otherwise, relia‐

ble signaling of tire pressure loss is not en‐

sured.

Calibrating the front seats

A corresponding message appears on the

Control Display.

Reset the system again after each correction

of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire

or wheel change.

1. Move the respective seat forward all the

way.

2. Move the respective seat forward again. It

moves forward briefly.

Always use wheels with TPM electronics to

ensure that the system will operate properly.

3. Readjust the seat to the desired position.

The calibration procedure is completed when

the message on the Control Display disap‐

pears.

Status display

The current status of the Tire Pressure Moni‐

tor TPM can be displayed on the Control Dis‐

play, e.g., whether or not the TPM is active.

If the message continues to be displayed, re‐

peat the calibration.

1. "Vehicle Info"

If the message does not disappear after a re‐

peat calibration, have the system checked as

soon as possible.

2. "Vehicle status"

3.

"Tire Pressure Monitor"

The status is displayed.

Unobstructed area of movement

Ensure that the area of movement of the

seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury

or damage to objects.◀

Status display

The tire and system status is indicated by the

color of the wheels and a text message on the

Control Display.

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After a successfully completed Reset, the

wheels on the Control Display are shown in

green and "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)

active" is displayed.

All wheels green

System is active and will issue a warning rela‐

tive to the tire inflation pressures stored during

the last reset.

The trip can be interrupted at any time. If you

drive away again, the reset resumes automati‐

cally.

One wheel is yellow

A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in

the indicated tire.

Low tire pressure message

All wheels are yellow

A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in

several tires.

The yellow warning lamp lights up. A

Check Control message is displayed.

▷

There is a flat tire or a major loss in

tire inflation pressure.

Wheels, gray

The system cannot detect a flat tire. Reasons

for this may be:

▷

No reset was performed for the system.

The system therefore issues a warning

based on the tire pressures before the last

reset.

▷

The system is being reset.

Malfunction.

1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.

Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐

vers.

Additional information

The status display additionally shows the cur‐

rent tire inflation pressures and tire tempera‐

tures. The values shown are current measure‐

ment values and may vary depending on

driving style or weather conditions.

2. Identify the damaged wheel. Do so by

checking the tire inflation pressure using

the Mobility System. Correcting the tire in‐

flation pressure, refer to page 182.

3. Repair flat tire with the Mobility System, re‐

fer to page 180, or replace the damaged

wheel.

Carry out reset

Reset the system after each correction of the

tire inflation pressure and after every tire or

wheel change.

Required inflation pressure check

message

1. "Vehicle Info"

A Check Control message is displayed.

2. "Vehicle status"

Check the tire inflation pressure and carry out

a reset of the system.

3.

"Perform reset"

In some cases, a wheel was changed without

having carried out a reset.

4. Start the engine - do not drive away.

5. Carry out the reset with "Perform reset".

6. Drive away.

System limits

The tires are shown in gray and the status is

displayed.

The system does not function properly if a re‐

set has not been carried out, e.g., a flat tire is

reported even though the tire inflation pres‐

sures are correct.

After driving faster than 19 mph/30 km/h for a

short period, the tire inflation pressures set are

accepted as reference values. The reset is

completed automatically during driving.

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The tire pressure depends on the temperature

of the tire. If the tire temperature rises, e.g.,

due to driving or because of the heat of the

Sun, the tire inflation pressure increases also.

The tire pressure is reduced when the tire

temperature falls again. This behavior may

cause a warning to be issued if temperatures

fall very sharply.

the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you

should stop and check your tires as soon as

possible, and inflate them to the proper pres‐

sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated

tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to

tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel ef‐

ficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the

vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please

note that the TPMS is not a substitute for

proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's

responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,

even if under-inflation has not reached the

level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low

tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also

been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indi‐

cator to indicate when the system is not oper‐

ating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica‐

tor is combined with the low tire pressure

telltale. When the system detects a malfunc‐

tion, the telltale will flash for approximately one

minute and then remain continuously illumi‐

nated. This sequence will continue upon sub‐

sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐

function exists. When the malfunction indicator

is illuminated, the system may not be able to

detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.

TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of

reasons, including the installation of replace‐

ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle

that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop‐

erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction tell‐

tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels

on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement

or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS

to continue to function properly.

Malfunction

The yellow warning lamp flashes and

then lights up continuously. A Check

Control message is displayed. No flat

tire or loss of tire pressure can be detected.

Display in the following situations:

▷

A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted:

have the service center check it if neces‐

sary.

▷

Malfunction: have the system checked by

your service center.

TPM was unable to complete the reset.

Reset the system again.

Disturbance by systems or devices with

the same radio frequency: after leaving the

area of the disturbance, the system auto‐

matically becomes active again.

Declaration according to NHTSA/

FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring

System

Each tire, including the spare (if provided)

should be checked monthly when cold and in‐

flated to the inflation pressure recommended

by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle

placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your

vehicle has tires of a different size than the size

indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation

pressure label, you should determine the

proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)

As an added safety feature, your vehicle has

been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring

system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres‐

sure telltale when one or more of your tires is

significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when

FTM Flat Tire Monitor

The concept

The system does not measure the actual infla‐

tion pressure in the tires.

It detects a pressure loss in a tire by comparing

the rotational speeds of the individual wheels

while moving.

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In the event of a pressure loss, the diameter

and therefore the rotational speed of the corre‐

sponding wheel change. This is detected and

reported as a flat tire.

Indication of a flat tire

The yellow warning lamp lights up. A

Check Control message is displayed.

There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire

inflation pressure.

Functional requirements

The system must have been initialized when

the tire inflation pressure was correct; other‐

wise, reliable signaling of a flat tire is not en‐

sured. Initialize the system after each correc‐

tion of the tire inflation pressure and after

every tire or wheel change.

1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.

Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐

vers.

2. Identify the damaged wheel. Do so by

checking the tire inflation pressure using

the Mobility System. If the tire inflation

pressure in all tires is correct, the Flat Tire

Monitor may not have been initialized. In

this case, initialize the system.

Status display

The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor can

be displayed on the Control Display, e.g.,

whether or not the FTM is active.

3. Repair flat tire with the Mobility System, re‐

fer to page 180, or replace the damaged

wheel.

1. "Vehicle Info"

2. "Vehicle status"

System limits

3.

"Flat Tire Monitor (FTM)"

Sudden tire damage

The status is displayed.

Sudden serious tire damage caused by

external influences cannot be indicated in ad‐

vance.◀

Initialization

The initialization process adopts the set infla‐

tion tire pressures as reference values for the

detection of a flat tire. Initialization is started by

confirming the inflation pressures.

A natural, even pressure loss in all four tires

cannot be detected. Therefore, check the tire

inflation pressure regularly.

Do not initialize the system when driving with

snow chains.

The system could be delayed or malfunction in

the following situations:

▷

When the system has not been initialized.

1. "Vehicle Info"

When driving on a snowy or slippery road

surface.

2. "Vehicle status"

3.

"Perform reset"

▷

Sporty driving style: slip in the drive

wheels, high lateral acceleration.

4. Start the engine - do not drive away.

5. Start the initialization with "Perform reset".

6. Drive away.

When driving with snow chains.

The initialization is completed while driving,

which can be interrupted at any time.

Intelligent Safety

The initialization automatically continues when

driving resumes.

The concept

Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, In‐

telligent Safety consists of one or more of the

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following systems, which can help to avoid an

imminent collision. These systems are active

automatically every time the engine is started

using the Start/Stop button:

Collision warning with City

Braking function

The concept

▷

Collision warning with City Braking func‐

tion, refer to page 104.

The system can help to prevent accidents. If

an accident cannot be prevented, the system

helps to reduce the collision speed.

▷

Pedestrian warning, refer to page 106.

The system issues a warning if there is immi‐

nent danger of a collision and if so brakes inde‐

pendently.

Note

Personal responsibility

The system does not serve as a substi‐

tute for the driver's personal judgment of the

traffic situation.

The automatic braking intervention is done

with limited force and duration.

The system is controlled via a camera in the

base of the mirror.

Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐

cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise an

accident is still possible despite all warnings.◀

The collision warning is available even if cruise

control has been deactivated.

When the vehicle is intentionally brought close

to a vehicle, the collision warning is delayed to

avoid false warnings.

At a glance

Button in the vehicle

General information

The system issues a two-phase warning of a

danger of collision with vehicles at speeds

above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. The time of these

warnings may vary depending on the current

driving situation.

Up to approx. 35 mph/60 km/h a braking inter‐

vention occurs when appropriate.

Detection range

Intelligent Safety button

Switching on/off

The Intelligent Safety systems are automati‐

cally active after each engine start via the start/

stop button.

Press the button: the systems are

switched off. The LED goes out.

Press the button: the systems are switched off.

The LED lights up.

Vehicles are observed when they are traveling

in the same direction of movement if they are

Settings can be made on the Control Display.

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located within the detection range of the sys‐

tem.

Symbol Measure

The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐

ing.

At a glance

Increase braking and distance.

Button in the vehicle

The vehicle flashes red and an

acoustic signal sounds: acute warn‐

ing.

You are requested to intervene by

braking or making an evasive ma‐

neuver.

Braking intervention

The warning prompts the driver himself to in‐

tervene. During the warning, the maximum

braking force is used, even with light pressure

on the brake pedal. In addition, if there is a risk

of collision, the system can assist with a slight

braking intervention. The intervention can

bring a vehicle traveling at slow speed to a

complete stop.

Intelligent Safety button

Switching on/off

Switching on automatically

The system is automatically active every time

the engine is started using the Start/Stop but‐

ton.

Manual transmission: During a braking inter‐

vention up until reaching a complete stop, the

engine may be shut down.

The braking intervention is executed only if

DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on

and Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti‐

vated.

Switching off

The system is only switched off until the next

time the engine is started with the Start/Stop

button.

The braking intervention can be interrupted by

pressing on the accelerator or by actively mov‐

ing the steering wheel.

Press the button.

The LED goes out.

When towing or tow-starting the vehicle,

switch off the collision warning with braking

function to prevent undesired interventions.

Warning with braking function

Adapting your speed and driving style

System limits

The warning does not relieve the driver

of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving

speed and style to the traffic conditions.◀

Be alert

Due to system limitations, warnings may

be not be issued at all, or may be issued late or

improperly. Therefore, always be alert and

ready to intervene; otherwise, there is the dan‐

ger of an accident occurring.◀

Display

If a collision with a vehicle detected in this way

is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the

instrument cluster and in the Head-up Display.

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The function is subdivided into the following

systems:

Detection range

The system's detection capabilities are limited.

▷

During daytime: Pedestrian warning with

city braking function, refer to page 106

This may result in the warning not being is‐

sued or being issued late.

▷

At night: Night Vision with pedestrian de‐

tection, refer to page 108

For example, the following situations may not

be detected:

▷

Slow moving vehicles when you approach

them at high speed.

Pedestrian warning with city

braking function

▷

Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of

you or sharply decelerating vehicles.

▷

Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance.

Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.

Pedestrians.

The concept

The system can help to prevent accidents with

pedestrians.

The system issues a warning in the city driving

speed area if there is imminent danger of a col‐

lision with pedestrians and includes a braking

function.

Functional limitations

The system may not be fully functional in the

following situations:

▷

In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐

fall.

The system is controlled via the camera in the

base of the interior mirror.

▷

In tight curves.

General information

If the driving stability control systems are

limited or deactivated, for example, DSC

OFF.

The system issues a warning with brightness

staring at approx. 6 mph/10 km/h to approx.

35 mph/60 km/h regarding a possible risk of

collision with pedestrians and assists with a

brake intervention shortly before a collision.

▷

If the camera in the mirror or the radar sen‐

sor is dirty or obscured.

During calibration of the camera immedi‐

ately after vehicle shipment.

It responds to persons that are within the de‐

tection range of the system.

If there is constant dimming because of

oncoming light, for example, from the sun

low in the sky.

Detection range

Prewarning sensitivity

Depending on the set prewarning time, this

may result in increased false warnings.

Pedestrian warning

Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, the

function warns of an imminent collision with

pedestrians during daytime or nighttime.

The warning area in front of the vehicle is div‐

ided into two areas.

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▷

Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of the

vehicle.

Switching on/off

Switching on automatically

Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and

left.

The system is automatically active every time

the engine is started using the Start/Stop but‐

ton.

A collision is imminent if pedestrians are lo‐

cated within the central area. A warning is is‐

sued about pedestrians who are located within

the extended area only if they are moving in

the direction of the central area.

Switching off

Press the button: the systems are

switched off. The LED goes out.

Press the button: the systems are switched off.

The LED lights up.

At a glance

Button in the vehicle

Warning with braking function

Adapting your speed and driving style

The warning does not relieve the driver

of the responsibility to adapt his or her driving

speed and style to the traffic conditions.◀

Display

If a collision with a person detected in this way

is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the

instrument cluster and in the Head-up Display.

Intelligent Safety button

The red symbol is displayed and a sig‐

nal sounds.

Camera

Intervene immediately by braking or

making an evasive maneuver.

Braking intervention

The warning prompts the driver himself to in‐

tervene. During the warning, the maximum

braking force is used, even with light pressure

on the brake pedal. In addition, if there is a risk

of collision, the system can assist with a slight

braking intervention. The intervention can

bring a vehicle traveling at slow speed to a

complete stop.

The camera is located near the base of the

mirror.

Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐

terior rear view mirror clean and clear.

Manual transmission: During a braking inter‐

vention up until reaching a complete stop, the

engine may be shut down.

The braking intervention is executed only if

DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on

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and Dynamic Traction Control DTC is acti‐

vated.

▷

Up to 10 seconds after the start of the en‐

gine, via the Start/Stop knob.

The braking intervention can be interrupted by

pressing on the accelerator or by actively mov‐

ing the steering wheel.

During calibration of the camera immedi‐

ately after vehicle shipment.

When towing or tow-starting the vehicle,

switch off the pedestrian warning to prevent

undesired interventions.

Night Vision with Pedestrian

and Animal Detection

System limits

The concept

Night Vision with pedestrian and animal detec‐

tion is a night vision system.

Be alert

Due to system limitations, warnings may

be not be issued at all, or may be issued late or

improperly. Therefore, always be alert and

ready to intervene; otherwise, there is the dan‐

ger of an accident occurring.◀

An infrared camera records the area in front of

the vehicle and issues a warning if it detects

pedestrians and animals on the street. Warm

objects that are similar in shape to human be‐

ings or animals are detected by the system. If

necessary, the heat image can be displayed on

the Control Display.

Detection range

The detection capability of the camera is lim‐

ited.

Heat image

This may result in the warning not being is‐

sued or being issued late.

For example, the following situations may not

be detected:

▷

Partially covered pedestrians.

Pedestrians that are not detected as such

because of the viewing angle or contour.

▷

Pedestrians outside of the detection range.

Pedestrians below a body size of approx.

32 in/80 cm.

The image shows the heat radiated by objects

in the field of view of the camera.

Warm objects have a light appearance and

cold objects, a dark appearance.

Functional limitations

The system may not be fully functional or may

not be available in the following situations:

The ability to detect an object depends on the

temperature difference between the object

and the background and on the level of heat

radiation emitted by the object. Objects that

are similar in temperature to the environment

or that radiate very little heat are difficult to de‐

tect.

▷

In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐

fall.

▷

In tight curves.

If the camera view field or the front wind‐

shield are dirty or covered.

▷

When driving toward bright lights.

For safety reasons, when driving at speeds

above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h and in low ambi‐

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ent light, the image is only displayed when the

low beams are switched on.

Notes

Personal responsibility

A still image is displayed at regular intervals for

a fraction of a second.

Night Vision cannot replace the driver's

personal judgment of the visibility conditions

and the traffic situation. The view ahead and

the actual visibility conditions must always be

the basis on which the vehicle speed is ad‐

justed; otherwise, there is a risk to road

safety.◀

Pedestrian and animal detection

At a glance

Buttons in the vehicle

Object detection and warning only functions in

darkness.

Warm objects that are similar in shape to hu‐

man beings are detected by the system.

In addition, the system also detects animals

above a certain minimum size, e.g., deer.

With heat image activated on the Control Dis‐

play:

Intelligent Safety button

People detected by the system are displayed

with a slight yellow hue.

Switch on/switch off heat image

Animals detected by the system are displayed

in a darker yellow.

Camera

Under good ambient conditions, the object de‐

tection operates within the following distance

ranges:

▷

Pedestrian detection: up to approx.

330 ft/100 m

Detection of large animals: up to approx.

490 ft/150 m

Detection of medium animals: up to ap‐

prox. 230 ft/70 m

The camera is automatically heated when the

external temperatures are low.

Environmental influences can limit the availa‐

bility of object detection.

The camera is automatically cleaned together

with the headlamps.

If the vehicle systems detect that the vehicle is

located in a residential area, the animal detec‐

tion is temporarily switched off.

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Although both the shape and the heat radiation

are analyzed, false warnings cannot be ruled

out.

Switching on/off

Switching on automatically

Every time the engine is started using the

Start/Stop button, the system is automatically

active at dark.

Warning area in front of the vehicle

Switching off

The system is only switched off until the next

time the engine is started with the Start/Stop

button.

Press the button.

The LED goes out.

The warning area for the pedestrian warning

consists of two parts:

Switching on heat image additionally

▷

Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of the

vehicle.

The heat image from the Night Vision camera

can also be displayed on the Control Display.

This function has no effect on object detec‐

tion.

▷

Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and

left.

In the animal warning, no distinction is made

between the central or expanded area.

Press the button.

The entire area moves along with the vehicle in

the direction of the steering angle and changes

with the vehicle speed. As the vehicle speed

increases, the area becomes longer and wider,

for example.

The image from the camera is displayed on the

Control Display.

Adjustments via the iDrive

With heat image switched on:

1. Press the controller.

Prewarning

2. Select brightness or contrast.

The yellow symbol is displayed when a

person is detected in the central area,

arrow 1, immediately in front of the ve‐

hicle.

▷

Select the symbol.

3. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached, and press the controller.

The yellow symbol is displayed when a person

in the extended area, arrow 2, is moving from

the right or left towards the central area.

Display

The displayed symbol can vary with the people

detected.

Warning of people or animals in

danger

If a collision with a person or an animal de‐

tected in this way is imminent, a warning sym‐

bol appears on the instrument cluster and in

the Head-up Display.

Intervene actively by braking or making an eva‐

sive maneuver.

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When animals are detected, an animal

symbol is displayed. The symbol also

shows the side of the road on which

Limited detection:

▷

People or animals who are fully or partially

covered, especially when their heads are

covered.

the animal was detected. Intervene actively by

braking or making an evasive maneuver.

▷

People who are not in an upright position,

e.g., lying down.

Acute warning

Cyclists on unconventional bicycles (e.g.,

recumbent bicycles).

The red symbol is displayed and a sig‐

nal sounds.

After physical damage to the system, e.g.,

after an accident.

Intervene immediately by braking or

making an evasive maneuver.

No display on the rear screen

With animals no acute warning occurs.

The image from Night Vision with people de‐

tection cannot be displayed on the rear screen.

Display in the Head-up Display

The warning is displayed simultane‐

ously in the Head-up Display and on

the instrument cluster. The displayed

symbol can vary with the people detected.

Lane departure warning

The concept

When animals are detected, an animal symbol

is displayed.

Starting at a specific speed, this system alerts

you when the vehicle on streets with lane

markings is about to leave the lane. Depending

on the country-specific version of the vehicle,

the speed is between 35 mph/55 km/h and

45 mph/70 km/h. If the system is switched on

below this speed, a message appears in the in‐

strument cluster.

System limits

Basic limits

System operation is limited in situations such

as the following:

The steering wheel begins vibrating gently in

the event of warnings. The time of the warning

may vary depending on the current driving sit‐

uation.

▷

On steep hills, in steep depressions or in

tight curves.

▷

When the camera is dirty or the protective

glass is damaged.

The system does not provide a warning if the

turn signal is set before leaving the lane.

▷

In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.

At very high external temperatures.

Notes

Limits of pedestrian and animal

detection

In some situations, it may occur that pedes‐

trians are detected as animals or animals as

pedestrians.

Personal responsibility

The system cannot serve as a substitute

for the driver's personal judgment of the

course of the road and the traffic situation.

In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steer‐

ing wheel, as you may lose control of the vehi‐

cle.◀

Small animals are not detected by the object

detection function, even if they are clearly visi‐

ble in the image.

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▷

Arrows: at least one lane marking was de‐

tected and warnings can be issued.

At a glance

Button in the vehicle

Issued warning

If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has

been detected, the steering wheel begins vi‐

brating.

If the turn signal is set before changing the

lane, a warning is not issued.

End of warning

The warning ends:

Lane departure warning

▷

Automatically after approx. 3 seconds.

When returning to your own lane.

When braking hard.

Camera

When using the turn signal.

System limits

The system may not be fully functional in the

following situations:

▷

In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.

In the event of worn, poorly visible, merg‐

ing, diverging, or multiple lane markings

such as in construction areas.

The camera is located near the base of the

mirror.

▷

When lane markings are covered in snow,

ice, dirt or water.

Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐

terior rear view mirror clean and clear.

▷

In tight curves or on narrow lanes.

When the lane markings are covered by

objects.

Switching on/off

▷

When driving very close to the vehicle in

front of you.

Press the button.

▷

When driving toward bright lights.

▷

On: the LED lights up.

Off: the LED goes out.

When the windshield in front of the interior

rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐

ered with stickers, etc.

The state is stored for the remote control cur‐

rently in use.

▷

During calibration of the camera immedi‐

ately after vehicle shipment.

Display in the instrument cluster

▷

Lines: system is activated.

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At a glance

Button in the vehicle

Active Blind Spot Detection

The concept

Active Blind Spot Detection

Two radar sensors below the rear bumper

monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle

at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.

Radar sensors

The system indicates whether there are vehi‐

cles in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching

from behind on the adjacent lane, arrow 2.

The lamp in the exterior mirror housing lights

up dimly.

Before you change lanes after setting the turn

signal, the system issues a warning in the sit‐

uations described above.

The lamp in the housing of the exterior mirror

flashes and the steering wheel vibrates.

The radar sensors are located under the rear

bumper.

Notes

Personal responsibility

Switching on/off

The system does not serve as a substi‐

tute for the driver's personal judgment of the

traffic situation.

Press the button.

▷

On: the LED lights up.

Off: the LED goes out.

Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐

cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise an

accident is still possible despite all warnings.◀

The system can issue warnings at speeds

above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.

The state is stored for the remote control cur‐

rently in use.

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▷

NBG009014A.

Display

Compliance statement:

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC

Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions:

▷

This device may not cause harmful inter‐

ference, and

▷

this device must accept any interference

received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

Any unauthorized modifications or changes to

these devices could void the user's authority to

operate this equipment.

Information stage

The dimmed lamp in the mirror housing indi‐

cates when there are vehicles in the blind spot

or approaching from behind.

Brake force display

Warning

If the turn signal is set while a vehicle is in the

critical zone, the steering wheel vibrates briefly

and the lamp in the mirror housing flashes

brightly.

The concept

The warning stops when the turn signal is

switched off, or the other vehicle leaves the

critical zone.

System limits

The system may not be fully functional in the

following situations:

▷

During normal brake application, the outer

brake lamps light up.

▷

When a vehicle is approaching at a speed

much faster than your own.

During heavy brake application, the inner

brake lamps light up in addition.

▷

In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.

In tight curves or on narrow lanes.

If the bumper is dirty or iced up, or covered

with stickers.

Active Protection

A Check Control message is displayed when

the system is not fully functional.

General information

The Active Protection safety package consists

of systems that are independent of each other:

For US owners only

The transmitter and receiver units comply with

part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication

Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐

erned by the following:

▷

Attentiveness assistant.

PreCrash

PostCrash

FCC ID:

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After a break, another recommendation to take

a break cannot be displayed until after approxi‐

mately 45 minutes.

Attentiveness assistant

The concept

The system can detect increasing lack of alert‐

ness or fatigue of the driver during long, mo‐

notonous journeys, for example, on highways.

In this situation, it is recommended that the

driver take a break.

System limits

The function may be limited in the following

situations, for instance, and will either output

an incorrect warning or no warning at all:

▷

When the clock is set incorrectly.

Note

When the vehicle speed is mainly below

about 43 mph/70 km/h.

Personal responsibility

The system cannot act as a substitute for

the personal assessment of one's physical

state and may not detect an increasing lack of

alertness or fatigue or may not detect it cor‐

rectly. Therefore, make sure that the driver is

rested and alert; otherwise, risks may be de‐

tected too late and an accident be caused as a

result.◀

▷

With a sporty driving style, such as during

rapid acceleration or when cornering

quickly.

In active driving situations, such as when

changing lanes frequently.

▷

When the road surface is poor.

In the event of strong side winds.

PreCrash

Function

The system is activated each time the engine

is started and cannot be switched off.

The concept

With this system critical driving situations that

might result in an accident can be detected

above a speed of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. In

these situations, preventative protection

measures are automatically undertaken to

minimize the risk in the event of an accident as

much as possible.

After travel has begun, the system is trained

about the driver, so that increasing lack of

alertness or fatigue can be detected.

This procedure takes the following criteria into

account:

▷

Personal driving style, for example, steer‐

ing behavior.

Critical driving situations may include:

▷

Driving conditions, for example, length of

trip.

▷

Full brake applications.

Severe understeering.

Severe oversteering.

Starting at approximately 43 mph/70 km/h, the

system is active and can display a recommen‐

dation to take a break.

Note

Personal responsibility

Break recommendation

The system cannot possibly serve as a

If the driver becomes increasingly less alert or

fatigued, a message is displayed in the Control

Display with the recommendation to take a

break.

substitute for the driver's personal judgment of

the traffic situation. The system may not al‐

ways detect critical situations reliably and in a

timely manner. Adapt speed to traffic situation

A recommendation to take a break is displayed

only once during an uninterrupted trip.

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and drive alertly; otherwise, a risk to safety may

result.◀

Function

After the safety belt is buckled, the front belts

are automatically pretensioned once after the

vehicle is driven is away.

In critical driving situations, the following indi‐

vidual functions become active as needed:

▷

The front belts are automatically preten‐

sioned.

▷

Automatic closing of the windows.

Automatic closing of the glass sunroof.

For vehicles equipped with Comfort Seats:

automatic positioning of the backrest for

the front passenger seat.

After a critical driving situation without an acci‐

dent, the front belts are loosened again. All

other systems can be restored to the desired

setting.

If the belt tension does not loosen automati‐

cally, stop the vehicle and unbuckle the belt

using the red button in the buckle. Fasten the

belt before continuing on your trip.

PostCrash

In the event of an accident, the system can

bring the car to a halt automatically without in‐

tervention by the driver in certain situations.

This can reduce the risk of a further collision

and the consequences thereof.

Depressing the brake pedal can cause the ve‐

hicle to brake harder. This interrupts automatic

braking. Depressing the accelerator pedal also

interrupts automatic braking.

After coming to a halt, the brake is released

automatically. Secure the vehicle against roll‐

ing.

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Driving stability control systems

After the foot brake is released, the vehicle is

held in place for approx. 2 seconds.

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.

Depending on the vehicle load or when a trailer

is being used, the vehicle may roll back

slightly.

Driving off without delay

After releasing the foot brake, start driv‐

ing without delay, since the drive-off assistant

will not hold the vehicle in place for more than

approx. 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin

rolling back.◀

Antilock Brake System ABS

ABS prevents locking of the wheels during

braking.

DSC Dynamic Stability

Control

The vehicle remains steerable even during full

brake applications, thus increasing active

safety.

The concept

DSC prevents traction loss in the driving

wheels when driving away and accelerating.

ABS is operational every time you start the en‐

gine.

DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐

tions, such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Sub‐

ject to physical limits, DSC helps to keep the

vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine

speed and by applying brakes at individual

wheels.

Brake assistant

When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system

automatically produces the maximum braking

force boost. This then reduces braking dis‐

tance to a minimum during full braking. This

system utilizes all of the benefits provided by

ABS.

Adjust your driving style to the situation

An appropriate driving style is always the

responsibility of the driver.

Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal

for the duration of the full braking.

The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even

with DSC.

Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety

margin by driving in a risky manner.◀

Drive-off assistant

This system supports driving away on gradi‐

ents. The parking brake is not required.

Indicator/warning lamps

1. Hold the vehicle in place with the foot

brake.

The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐

trols the drive forces and brake forces.

2. Release the foot brake and drive away

without delay.

The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has

failed.

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▷

M Dynamic Mode MDM

M Dynamic Mode makes it possible to drive on

a dry roadway with high longitudinal and trans‐

verse acceleration but with limited driving sta‐

bility.

A message appears in the instrument cluster.

This message is confirmed by pressing the

button again.

Only in the absolute limit area does the system

intervene for stabilization by reducing the en‐

gine power and by braking interventions on the

wheels. In this driving condition, additional

steering corrections may be necessary.

Deactivating MDM

Press the appropriate button 1 or button 2 on

the steering wheel again.

M Dynamic Mode and the settings selected

under M Drive are deactivated.

Limited stabilizing interventions

When M Dynamic Mode is activated, sta‐

bilizing interventions are carried out only to a

reduced extent. You must react yourself; oth‐

erwise, there is the danger of an accident oc‐

curring.◀

Indicator/warning lamps

Indicator lamps light up:

M Dynamic Mode is activated.

To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC

again as soon as possible.

DSC indicator lamp also flashes:

Activating MDM

M Dynamic Mode controls the drive

forces and brake forces.

Press the button briefly.

The MDM and DSC OFF indicator lamps

on the instrument cluster light up.

Indicator lamps light up:

M Dynamic Mode or DSC has failed.

Deactivating MDM

Press the button.

The MDM and DSC OFF indicator lamps

go out.

Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF

When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is

reduced during acceleration and when driving

in bends.

Via M Drive

1. "Settings"

To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC

again as soon as possible.

2. "M Drive 1" or"M Drive 2"

3.

Select the symbol.

Deactivating DSC

4. "MDM"

Press and hold the button, but not longer

than approx. 10 seconds, until the indica‐

tor lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the instru‐

ment cluster and DSC OFF is displayed.

To open M Drive with the selected settings,

press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel:

▷

The DSC system is switched off.

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Mode, so that optimum traction is always as‐

sured in all driving situations.

Activating DSC

Press the button.

The driver is responsible adapting his or her

driving behavior to the situation.

DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator

lamp go out.

Via M Drive

1. "Settings"

Electronic Damper Control

EDC

2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"

The concept

3.

Select the symbol.

This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐

tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐

eling on uneven road surfaces.

4. "DSC OFF"

To open M Drive with the selected settings,

press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel:

The system enhances driving dynamics and

comfort as required for the road surface and

driving style.

▷

Programs

Setting options for calibrating the shock ab‐

sorbers:

A message appears in the instrument cluster.

This message is confirmed by pressing the

button again.

▷

"Comfort": comfort-oriented.

"Sport": balanced out.

Indicator/warning lamps

"Sport Plus": consistently sporty.

When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis‐

played in the instrument cluster.

Selecting a channel

The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is

deactivated.

Via M Drive

1. "Settings"

2. "M Drive 1" or"M Drive 2"

Hill Start Assistant

3.

Select the symbol.

The Hill Start Assistant provides assistance

with starting off on a hill, Drive-off assistant, re‐

fer to page 117.

4. Select the desired channel.

When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐

ately applied.

To activate M Drive with the selected settings,

press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel:

Active M differential

The concept

▷

The active M differential assures continuously

variable locking of the rear axle differential de‐

pending on the driving situation. This prevents

individual rear wheels from spinning even

when DSC is switched off and in M Dynamic

▷

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3.

Select the symbol.

Using the button

4. Select the desired channel.

When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐

ately applied.

To activate M Drive with the selected settings,

press the corresponding button on the steer‐

ing wheel:

▷

Press button repeatedly until the desired

program is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

Using the button

Display in the instrument cluster

Electronic Damper Control EDC with

selected program System states of the

driving dynamics, refer to page 84.

Servotronic

Press button repeatedly until the desired

program is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

The concept

The Servotronic varies the steering force re‐

quired to turn the wheels in accordance with

the vehicle speed. At low speeds, the steering

force is strongly supported, i. e. during steer‐

ing, low force is required. As the speed in‐

creases, the assistance of the steering force is

reduced.

Display in the instrument cluster

Servotronic with selected program with

activated display of the System states

of the driving dynamics, refer to

page 84.

Programs

Steering force setting options:

▷

"Comfort": low.

"Sport": medium.

"Sport Plus": high.

Selecting a channel

Via M Drive

1. "Settings"

2. "M Drive 1" or"M Drive 2"

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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.

At a glance

Press the

button

Function

Cruise control on/off, interrupt‐

ing, refer to page 121

Store/maintain speed, refer to

page 122

Cruise control

Resume speed, refer to

page 122

The concept

The system is functional at speeds beginning

at approx. 20 mph/30 km/h.

Rocker switch:

Change/maintain speed, refer

to page 122

It maintains the speed that was set using the

control elements on the steering wheel.

The system brakes on downhill gradients if en‐

gine braking action is insufficient.

The arrangement of the buttons varies accord‐

ing to the how the vehicle is equipped or coun‐

try-specific variants.

Unfavorable conditions

Do not use the system if unfavorable

conditions make it impossible to drive at a con‐

stant speed, for instance:

Switching on

Press the button on the steering

wheel.

▷

On curvy roads.

In heavy traffic.

The marking in the speedometer is set to the

current speed.

On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or

on a loose road surface.

The cruise control can be used.

Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehi‐

cle and cause an accident.◀

Switching off

Deactivated or interrupted system

If the system is deactivated or inter‐

rupted, actively intervene by braking and, if

necessary, with evasive maneuvers; otherwise,

there is the danger of an accident occurring.◀

Press the button on the steering

wheel.

▷

If active: press twice.

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▷

If interrupted: press once.

Adapting the desired speed

The displays go out. The stored desired speed

is deleted.

Adapt the desired speed to the road con‐

ditions and be ready to brake at all times; oth‐

erwise, there is the danger of an accident oc‐

curring.◀

Interrupting

When active, press the button.

The system is automatically interrupted if:

▷

The brakes are applied.

The transmission position D is disengaged.

MDM is activated or DSC is deactivated.

DSC is actively controlling stability.

Maintaining/storing the current speed

Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly

until the desired speed is set.

Press the button.

Or:

If active, the displayed speed is stored and the

vehicle reaches the stored speed if the road is

clear.

▷

Each time the rocker switch is pressed to

the point of resistance, the desired speed

increases or decreases by approx.

1 mph/1 km/h.

▷

Each time the rocker switch is pressed

past the point of resistance, the desired

speed increases or decreases by a maxi‐

mum of 5 mph/10 km/h.

Press the rocker switch while the system is in‐

terrupted.

Max. adjustable speed: 140 mph/230 km/h.

▷

Pressing the rocker switch to the resist‐

ance point and holding it there accelerates

or decelerates the vehicle without requiring

pressure on the accelerator. After the

rocker switch is released, the vehicle main‐

tains its final speed. Pressing the switch

beyond the resistance point causes the ve‐

hicle to accelerate more rapidly.

When the system is switched on, the current

speed is maintained and stored as the desired

speed.

It is displayed in the speedometer and briefly

displayed in the instrument cluster, Displays in

the speedometer, refer to page 123.

When cruise control is maintained or stored,

DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on,

if necessary.

Resuming the desired speed

Press the button.

Changing/maintaining speed

The rocker switch can be pressed while the

system is interrupted in order to maintain and

store the current speed.

The stored speed is reached and maintained.

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▷

By the front sensors and the two rear cor‐

ner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm.

Displays in the instrument cluster

Indicator lamp

By the rear middle sensors at approx.

5 ft/1.50 m.

Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐

ped, the indicator lamp in the instru‐

ment cluster indicates whether the sys‐

tem is switched on.

Notes

Check the traffic situation as well

PDC cannot serve as a substitute for the

driver's personal judgment of the traffic situa‐

tion. Check the traffic situation around the ve‐

hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐

dent could result from road users or objects

located outside of the PDC detection range.

Desired speed

▷

The marking lights up green:

the system is active.

▷

The marking lights up or‐

ange: the system has been

interrupted.

Loud noises from outside and inside the vehi‐

cle may prevent you from hearing the PDC's

signal tone.◀

▷

The marking does not light up: the system

is switched off.

Avoid driving quickly with PDC

Avoid approaching an object quickly.

Brief status display

Avoid driving away quickly while PDC is not yet

active.

Selected desired speed.

For technical reasons, the system may other‐

wise be too late in issuing a warning.◀

If --- appears briefly on the display for Check

Control messages, it is possible that the sys‐

tem requirements for operation are currently

not met.

At a glance

Button in the vehicle

PDC Park Distance Control

The concept

PDC supports you when parking. Objects that

you are approaching slowly in front of or be‐

hind your vehicle are indicated by:

▷

Signal tones.

Visual display.

PDC Park Distance Control

General information

Measurements are made by ultrasound sen‐

sors in the bumpers.

The range is approx. 6 ft/2 m.

An acoustic warning is first given:

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Driving comfort

If the distance to a detected object is less than

approx. 10 in/25 cm, a continuous tone is

sounded.

Switching on/off

Switching on automatically

Select transmission position R with the engine

running.

If objects are located both in front of and be‐

hind the vehicle, an alternating continuous sig‐

nal is sounded.

Automatic deactivation during forward

travel

The intermittent tone is interrupted after ap‐

prox. 3 seconds:

The system switches off when a certain driving

distance or speed is exceeded.

▷

If the vehicle stops in front of an object that

is detected by only one of the corner sen‐

sors.

Switch the system back on if necessary.

▷

If moving parallel to a wall.

Switching on/off manually

The signal tone is switched off:

Press the button.

▷

When the vehicle moves away from an ob‐

ject by more than approx. 4 in/10 cm.

▷

On: the LED lights up.

Off: the LED goes out.

Volume

The volume of the PDC signal can be adjusted,

refer to user's manual for Navigation, Enter‐

tainment, Communication.

In addition to the PDC Park Distance Control,

the rearview camera, refer to page 125, can be

switched on.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Switching on the rearview camera via

the iDrive

Visual warning

With PDC activated:

The approach of the vehicle to an object can

be shown on the Control Display. Objects that

are farther away are displayed on the Control

Display before a signal tone sounds.

With PDC activated or Top View switched on:

"Rear view camera"

The rearview camera image is displayed. The

setting is stored for the remote control cur‐

rently in use.

A display appears as soon as Park Distance

Control (PDC) is activated.

The range of the sensors is represented in the

colors red, green and yellow.

Display

Signal tones

If the rearview camera image was selected last,

it again appears on the display. To switch to

PDC:

When approaching an object, an intermittent

tone is sounded that indicates the position of

the object. For example, if an object is de‐

tected to the left rear of the vehicle, a signal

tone sounds from the left rear speaker.

1.

"Rear view camera" Select the symbol

on the Control Display.

2. Press the controller.

The shorter the distance to the object be‐

comes, the shorter the intervals.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

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Controls

▷

When using high-pressure washers, do not

spray the sensors for long periods and

maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.

System limits

Limits of ultrasonic measurement

The detection of objects can reach the physi‐

cal limits of ultrasonic measurement, e.g.:

Surround View

▷

With tow bars and trailer hitches.

With thin or wedge-shaped objects.

With low objects.

The concept

Surround View comprises various camera as‐

sistance systems that help the driver when

parking, maneuvering, and at complex exits

and intersections.

With objects with corners and sharp edges.

Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can

move into the blind area of the sensors before

or after a continuous tone sounds.

▷

Rearview camera, refer to page 125

Side View, refer to page 130.

Top View, refer to page 128.

High, protruding objects such as ledges may

not be detected.

False warnings

PDC may issue a warning under the following

conditions even though there is no obstacle

within the detection range:

Backup camera

The concept

▷

In heavy rain.

The backup camera provides assistance in

parking and maneuvering backwards. The area

behind the vehicle is shown on the Control

Display.

When sensors are very dirty or covered in

ice.

▷

When sensors are covered in snow.

On rough road surfaces.

Hints

In large buildings with right angles and

smooth walls, e.g., in underground ga‐

rages.

Check the traffic situation as well

Check the traffic situation around the ve‐

hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐

dent could result from road users or objects lo‐

cated outside the picture area of the backup

camera.◀

▷

In heavy exhaust.

Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g.,

sweeping machines, high pressure steam

cleaners or neon lights.

Malfunction

A Check Control message is displayed.

The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded

area on the Control Display.

PDC has failed. Have the system checked.

To ensure full operability:

▷

Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.

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Driving comfort

At a glance

Switching on/off manually

Press the button.

Button in the vehicle

▷

On: the LED lights up.

Off: the LED goes out.

The PDC is shown on the Control Display.

Switching on the rearview camera via

the iDrive

With PDC activated:

With PDC activated or Top View switched on:

"Rear view camera"

Rearview camera

The rearview camera image is displayed. The

setting is stored for the remote control cur‐

rently in use.

Camera

Display on the Control Display

Functional requirement

▷

The rearview camera is switched on.

The trunk lid is fully closed.

Activating the assistance functions

More than one assistance function can be ac‐

tive at the same time.

The camera lens is located in the handle of the

trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired

by dirt.

▷

Parking aid lines

"Parking aid lines"

Clean the lens, refer to page 208.

Pathway and turning circle lines are dis‐

played.

Switching on/off

▷

Obstacle marking

"Obstacle marking"

Switching on automatically

Spatially-shaped markings are displayed.

Select transmission position R with the engine

running.

The backup camera image is displayed if the

system was switched on via the iDrive.

Automatic deactivation during forward

travel

The system switches off when a certain driving

distance or speed is exceeded.

Switch the system back on if necessary.

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Driving comfort

Controls

Pathway lines

Obstacle marking

General information

▷

Can be shown in the rearview camera im‐

age when in transmission position R.

▷

Spatially-shaped markings can be shown

in the rearview camera image.

Help you to estimate the space required

when parking and maneuvering on level

roads.

Their colored steps match the markings of the

PDC. This simplifies estimation of the distance

to the object shown.

▷

Are dependent on the current steering an‐

gle and are continuously adjusted to the

steering wheel movements.

Parking using pathway and turning

circle lines

Turning circle lines

1. Position the vehicle so that the turning cir‐

cle lines lead to within the limits of the

parking space.

▷

Can be shown in the rearview camera im‐

age.

Show the course of the smallest possible

turning circle on a level road.

Only one turning circle line is displayed

when the steering wheel is turned.

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2. Turn the steering wheel to the point where

the pathway line covers the corresponding

turning circle line.

General information

The image is captured by two cameras

integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the

backup camera.

The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and

rear.

In this way, obstacles up to the height of the

exterior mirrors are detected early.

Notes

Check the traffic situation as well

Check the traffic situation around the ve‐

hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐

dent could result from road users or objects lo‐

cated outside the picture area of the

cameras.◀

Display settings

Brightness

With the rearview camera switched on:

1.

Select the symbol.

At a glance

2. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached, and press the controller.

Button in the vehicle

Contrast

With the rearview camera switched on:

1.

Select the symbol.

2. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached, and press the controller.

System limits

Detection of objects

Top View

High, protruding objects such as ledges may

not be detected by the rearview camera.

Top View

The concept

Top View assists you in parking and maneu‐

vering. The area around the doors and the road

area around the vehicle are shown on the Con‐

trol Display for this purpose.

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Driving comfort

Controls

The backup camera image is displayed. The

setting is stored for the remote control cur‐

rently in use.

Cameras

Display

Visual warning

The approach of the vehicle to an object can

be shown on the Control Display.

When the distance to an object is small, a red

bar is shown in front of the vehicle, as it is in

the PDC display.

The lenses of the Top View cameras are lo‐

cated at the bottom of the exterior mirror hous‐

ings. The image quality may be impaired by

dirt.

Clean the lens, refer to page 208.

Switching on/off

Switching on automatically

Select transmission position R with the engine

running.

The display appears as soon as Top View is

activated.

The Top View and PDC images are displayed if

the system is switched on via iDrive.

If the rearview camera image was selected last,

it again appears on the display when reverse

gear is selected. To switch to Top View:

Automatic deactivation during forward

travel

The system switches off when a certain driving

distance or speed is exceeded.

"Rear view camera" Select the symbol on

the Control Display.

Switch the system back on if necessary.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Switching on/off manually

Brightness

With Top View switched on:

Press the button.

▷

On: the LED lights up.

Off: the LED goes out.

1.

Select the symbol.

2. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached, and press the controller.

Top View is displayed.

Contrast

With Top View switched on:

Switching on the backup camera via

the iDrive

With Top View switched on:

"Rear view camera"

1.

Select the symbol.

2. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached, and press the controller.

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Driving comfort

Check the traffic situation as well

Displaying the turning circle and

pathway lines

Check the traffic situation around the ve‐

hicle on blind driveways and intersections with

your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could

result from road users or objects located out‐

side the picture area of the Side View cam‐

eras.◀

▷

The static, red turning circle line shows the

space needed to the side of the vehicle

when the steering wheel is turned all the

way.

▷

The variable, green pathway line assists

you in assessing the amount of space ac‐

tually needed to the side of the vehicle.

At a glance

The pathway line is dependent on the cur‐

rent steering angle and is continuously ad‐

justed with the steering wheel movement.

Button in the vehicle

"Parking aid lines"

Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed.

System limits

Top View cannot be used in the following sit‐

uations:

▷

With a door open.

With the trunk lid open.

With an exterior mirror folded in.

In poor light.

Side View

Cameras

A Check Control message is displayed in some

of these situations.

Side View

The concept

Side View provides an early look at cross traffic

at blind driveways and intersections. Road

users concealed by obstacles to the left and

right of the vehicle can only be detected rela‐

tively late from the driver's seat. To improve

visibility, two cameras in the front of the vehi‐

cle record the traffic situation on each side.

Two cameras integrated in the bumpers cap‐

ture the image.

The two camera lenses are located on the

sides of the bumper.

The image quality may be impaired by dirt.

Clean the lens, refer to page 208.

Notes

The images from both cameras are shown si‐

multaneously on the Control Display.

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Driving comfort

Controls

Switching on/off

System limits

The cameras capture a maximum range of

330 ft/100 m.

Switching on/off manually

Press the button.

Head-up Display

Automatic deactivation during forward

travel

The concept

The system switches off when a certain driving

distance or speed is exceeded.

Switch the system back on if necessary.

Display

The traffic area to the left and right is displayed

on the Control Display.

This system projects important information

into the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed.

In this way, the driver can get information with‐

out averting his or her eyes from the road.

Display visibility

The visibility of the displays in the Head-up

Display is influenced by:

Guidelines at the bottom of the image show

the position of the front of the vehicle.

▷

Certain sitting positions.

Objects on the cover of the Head-up Dis‐

play.

Brightness

With the Side View switched on:

▷

Sunglasses with certain polarization filters.

Wet roads.

1.

"Brightness"

2. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached, and press the controller.

Unfavorable light conditions.

If the image is distorted, check the basic set‐

tings.

Contrast

With the Side View switched on:

1.

"Contrast"

2. Turn the controller until the desired setting

is reached, and press the controller.

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Driving comfort

Switching on/off

5

6

Speed

Gear display/warning messages

Activate M view:

Select displays in the Head-up Display.

Selecting displays in the Head-up

Display

1. "Settings"

2. "Head-Up Display"

3. "Displayed information"

Press the button.

4. Select the desired displays in the Head-up

Display.

Display

The settings are stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Standard view

▷

Speed.

Setting the brightness

The brightness is automatically adjusted to the

ambient light.

Navigation system.

Check Control messages.

Speed limit detection.

The basic setting can be adjusted manually.

Cruise control.

1. "Settings"

Pedestrian warning.

2. "Head-Up Display"

3. "Brightness"

Selection list from the instrument cluster.

Some of this information is only displayed

briefly as needed.

4. Turn the controller.

When the low beams are switched on, the

brightness of the Head-up Display can be ad‐

ditionally influenced using the instrument light‐

ing.

M view

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Adjusting the height

1. "Settings"

2. "Head-Up Display"

3. "Height"

1

2

3

4

Current engine speed, highlighted

Shift Lights

4. Turn the controller.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Pre-warning field, speed display

Red warning field, speed display

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Driving comfort

Controls

Setting the rotation

1. "Settings"

2. "Head-Up Display"

3. "Rotation"

4. Turn the controller.

The setting is stored for the remote control

currently in use.

Special windshield

The windshield is part of the system.

The shape of the windshield makes it possible

to display a precise image.

A film in the windshield prevents double im‐

ages from being displayed.

Therefore, have the special windshield re‐

placed by a service center only.

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Controls

Climate control

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‐

Automatic climate control

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

Air distribution, left

11 Air distribution, right

Temperature, left

12 Seat heating, rightꢀꢁ50

13 Active seat ventilation, rightꢀꢁ50

AUTO program, left

Air flow, AUTO intensity, left, residual heat

Remove ice and condensation

Maximum cooling

14 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐

lated-air mode

15 Cooling function

16 Rear window defroster

17 SYNC program

Display

Air volume, AUTO intensity, right

AUTO program, right

18 Active seat ventilation, leftꢀꢁ50

19 Seat heating, leftꢀꢁ50

10 Temperature, right

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Climate control

Controls

The cooling function, refer to page 136, is

switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐

gram.

Climate control functions in detail

Manual air distribution

At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐

trols the program so as to prevent window

condensation as much as possible.

Press the button repeatedly to select

a program:

▷

Upper body region.

Intensity of the AUTO program

Upper body region and footwell.

Footwell.

With the AUTO program switched on, auto‐

matic control of the air flow and air distribution

can be adjusted.

Windows and footwell.

Windows, upper body region, and footwell.

Windows: driver's side only.

Windows and upper body region.

Press the left or right side of the but‐

ton: decrease or increase the inten‐

sity.

If the windows are fogged over, press the

AUTO button on the driver's side to utilize the

condensation sensor.

The selected intensity is shown on the display

of the automatic climate control.

Air flow, manual

Temperature

To be able to manually adjust the air flow,

switch off the AUTO program first.

Turn the wheel to set the de‐

sired temperature.

Press the left or right side of the but‐

ton: decrease or increase air flow.

The selected air flow is shown on the display of

the automatic climate control.

The automatic climate control achieves this

temperature as quickly as possible, if neces‐

sary with the maximum cooling or heating ca‐

pacity, and then keeps it constant.

The air flow of the automatic climate control

may be reduced automatically to save battery

power.

Avoid rapidly switching between different tem‐

perature settings. Otherwise, the automatic cli‐

mate control will not have sufficient time to ad‐

just the set temperature.

Defrosting windows and removing

condensation

Press the button.

AUTO program

Ice and condensation are quickly re‐

moved from the windshield and the front side

windows.

Press the button.

Air volume, air distribution, and tem‐

perature are controlled automatically.

The air volume can be adjusted when the pro‐

gram is active.

Depending on the selected temperature, the

AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air

is directed to the windshield, side windows,

upper body, and into the footwell.

If the windows are fogged over, you can also

switch on the cooling function or press the

AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen‐

sor.

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Controls

Climate control

Maximum cooling

Cooling function

The passenger compartment can only be

cooled with the engine running.

Press the button.

The system is set to the lowest tem‐

perature, maximum air flow and air circulation

mode.

Press the button.

The air is cooled and dehumidified

and – depending on the temperature setting –

warmed again.

Air flows out of the vents for the upper body

region. The vents need to be open for this.

Air is cooled as quickly as possible:

Depending on the weather, the windshield may

fog up briefly when the engine is started.

▷

At an external temperature of approx.

32 ℉/0 ℃.

The cooling function is switched on automati‐

cally with the AUTO program.

▷

When the engine is running.

When using the automatic climate control,

condensation water, refer to page 163, devel‐

ops that exits underneath the vehicle.

The air volume can be adjusted when the pro‐

gram is active.

Automatic recirculated-air control/

recirculated-air mode

Rear window defroster

Press the button.

You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollu‐

tants in the immediate environment by tempo‐

rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The

system then recirculates the air currently

within the vehicle.

The rear window defroster switches

off automatically after a certain period of time.

SYNC program

Press the button repeatedly to select

an operating mode:

The current settings on the driver's

side for temperature, air flow, air distri‐

bution, and AUTO program are transferred to

the front passenger side and to the left and

right rear.

▷

LEDs off: outside air flows in continuously.

Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air

control: a sensor detects pollutants in the

outside air and controls the shutoff auto‐

matically.

The program is switched off if the settings on

the front passenger side or in the rear are

changed.

▷

Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the

supply of outside air into the vehicle is per‐

manently blocked.

Residual heat

If the windows are fogged over, switch off the

recirculated-air mode and press the AUTO

button on the driver's side to utilize the con‐

densation sensor. Make sure that air can flow

onto the windshield.

The heat stored in the engine is used to heat

the interior.

Functional requirement

▷

Up to 20 minutes after the engine has been

switched off.

Continuous recirculated-air mode

▷

Warm engine.

The recirculated-air mode should not be

used for an extended period of time, as the air

quality inside the vehicle deteriorates stead‐

ily.◀

The battery is sufficiently charged.

External temperature below 77 ℉/25 ℃.

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Climate control

Controls

Switching on

This combined filter should be replaced during

scheduled maintenance, refer to page 190, of

your vehicle.

1. Switch off the ignition.

2.

Press the right side of the button

on the driver's side.

Ventilation

The symbol appears on the automatic cli‐

mate Control Display.

Front ventilation

The interior temperature, air volume and air

distribution can be adjusted with the ignition

switched on.

Switching off

At the lowest fan speed, press the left side of

the button on the driver's side.

The symbol on the display of the automatic

climate control flashes.

▷

Thumbwheels to vary the temperature, ar‐

row 1.

Switching the system on/off

Switching off

Toward blue: colder.

Toward red: warmer.

▷

Complete system:

Press and hold the left button on

the driver's side until the control

clicks off.

On the front passenger side:

Press and hold the left button on

the front passenger side.

▷

Lever for changing the air flow direction,

arrow 2.

Thumbwheels for opening and closing the

vents continuously, arrows 3.

▷

Ventilation levels

▷

Draft-free ventilation:

Switching on

Thumbwheel, arrow 3, in level

current is fanned out.

: the air

Press any button except:

▷

SYNC program.

▷

Maximum air volume:

Rear window defroster.

Left side of Air volume button.

Seat heating.

Thumbwheel, arrow 3, in level

is partially fanned out and partially bundled.

This maximizes the air supply.

▷

Direct ventilation:

Seat ventilation.

Thumbwheel, arrow 3, in level

: the air

is bundled and can be directed to a specific

point.

Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter

The microfilter removes dust and pollen from

the incoming air.

Adjusting the ventilation

The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseous

pollutants from the outside air that enters the

vehicle.

▷

Ventilation for cooling:

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Controls

Climate control

Adjust the vent to direct the air in your di‐

rection, e.g., if the vehicle interior is hot

from the sun.

Rear automatic climate

control

▷

Draft-free ventilation:

At a glance

Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you.

Ventilation in rear, center

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Temperature

AUTO program

Vent settings

▷

Thumbwheels to vary the temperature, ar‐

row 1.

Air volume, AUTO intensity

Display

Toward blue: colder.

Toward red: warmer.

Maximum cooling

Seat heatingꢀꢁ50

▷

Lever for changing the air flow direction,

arrow 2.

Switching the rear automatic climate

control on/off

Thumbwheels for continuous opening and

closing of the vents, arrow 3.

1. "Settings"

2. "Climate"

Lateral ventilation

3. "Rear climate control"

The rear automatic climate control is not op‐

erational if the automatic climate control is

switched off or if the function for defrosting or

defogging the windows is active.

AUTO program

Press the button.

Air volume, air distribution, and tem‐

perature are controlled automatically:

▷

Thumbwheel for opening and closing the

vents continuously, arrow 1.

Depending on the selected temperature, the

AUTO intensity, and outside influences, the air

is directed to the upper body and into the foot‐

well.

Lever for changing the air flow direction,

arrow 2.

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Climate control

Controls

The cooling function is switched on automati‐

cally with the AUTO program.

Press the left or right side of the but‐

ton: decrease or increase air volume.

The selected air volume is shown on the dis‐

play of the automatic climate control.

Intensity of the AUTO program

With the AUTO program switched on, auto‐

matic control of the air volume and air distribu‐

tion can be adjusted.

Switching the system on/off

Press the left or right side of the but‐

ton: decrease or increase the inten‐

sity.

Switching off

Press and hold the left button.

The selected intensity is shown on the display

of the automatic climate control.

Switching on

Press any button except:

Temperature

▷

Left side of Air volume button.

Seat heating.

Turn the wheel to set the de‐

sired temperature.

Maximum cooling

Press the button.

The system is set to the lowest tem‐

perature, maximum air flow and air circulation

mode.

The automatic climate control achieves this

temperature as quickly as possible, if neces‐

sary with the maximum cooling or heating ca‐

pacity, and then keeps it constant.

Air flows out of the vents for the upper body

region. Open them for this purpose.

Avoid rapidly switching between different tem‐

perature settings. The automatic climate con‐

trol will not have sufficient time to adjust the

set temperature.

Air is cooled as quickly as possible:

▷

At an external temperature of approx.

32 ℉/0 ℃.

▷

When the engine is running.

Manual air distribution

The air distribution can be adjusted to individ‐

ual needs.

Parked-car ventilation

Press the button repeatedly to select

a program:

The concept

The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehi‐

cle interior and lowers its temperature, if nec‐

essary.

▷

Upper body region.

Upper body region and footwell.

Footwell.

The switch-on time is automatically deter‐

mined based on the temperature. The system

promptly switches on before the selected de‐

parture time.

Air volume, manual

To be able to manually adjust the air volume,

switch off the AUTO program first.

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Climate control

The system can be switched on and off di‐

rectly or by using two preset switch-on times.

It remains switched on for 30 minutes.

2. "Climate"

3. "Activate depart. time 1" or "Activate

depart. time 2"

The system can be switched on and off di‐

rectly or by using two preset departure times.

The symbol on the automatic climate con‐

trol lights up when the departure time is acti‐

vated.

Operation can be performed via iDrive.

Functional requirements

Parked-car ventilation

The symbol on the automatic climate con‐

trol flashes when the system has been

switched on.

The system will only be switched on within the

next 24 hours. After that, it needs to reacti‐

vated.

▷

Using the preset departure time or when

operated directly: any external tempera‐

ture.

Open the vents to allow air to flow out.

Switching on/off directly

1. "Settings"

2. "Climate"

3. "Activate comf. ventilation"

The symbol on the automatic climate con‐

trol flashes if the system is switched on.

The system continues to run for some time af‐

ter being switched off.

Preselecting the departure time

1. "Settings"

2. "Climate"

3. "Dep. time 1:" or "Dep. time 2:"

4. Set the desired time.

Activating the departure time

1. "Settings"

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Vehicle equipment

If this symbol is printed on the packag‐

ing or in the instructions of the system

to be controlled, the system is gener‐

ally compatible with the integrated universal

remote control.

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 you have any questions, please contact:

▷

Your service center.

on the Internet.

Integrated universal remote

control

HomeLink is a registered trademark of John‐

son Controls, Inc.

Controls on the interior rearview

mirror

The concept

The integrated universal remote control can

operate up to 3 functions of remote-controlled

systems such as garage door drives or lighting

systems. The integrated universal remote con‐

trol replaces up to 3 different hand-held trans‐

mitters. To operate the remote control, the

buttons on the interior rearview mirror must be

programmed with the desired functions. The

hand-held transmitter for the particular system

is required in order to program the remote con‐

trol.

▷

LED, arrow 1.

During programming

Buttons, arrow 2.

During programming and before activat‐

ing a device using the integrated universal re‐

mote control, ensure that there are no people,

animals, or objects in the range of movement

of the remote-controlled device; otherwise,

there is a risk of injury or damage.

The hand-held transmitter, arrow 3, is re‐

quired for programming.

Programming

General information

1. Switch on the ignition.

2. Initial setup:

Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-

held transmitter.◀

Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored

functions for the sake of security.

Press and hold the left and right button on

the interior rearview mirror simultaneously

for approximately 20 seconds until the LED

on the interior rearview mirror flashes. This

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erases all programming of the buttons on

the interior rearview mirror.

view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior

rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then

stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system

features an alternating-code system. Flashing

and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐

peat for approximately 20 seconds.

3. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐

tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to

8 cm away from the buttons on the interior

rearview mirror. The required distance de‐

pends on the manual transmitter.

For systems with an alternating-code system,

the integrated universal remote control and the

system also have to be synchronized.

4. Simultaneously press and hold the button

of the desired function on the hand-held

transmitter and the button to be program‐

med on the interior rearview mirror. The

LED on the interior rearview mirror will be‐

gin flashing slowly.

Please read the operating manual of the sys‐

tem being set up for information on how to

synchronize the system.

Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a sec‐

ond person.

5. Release both buttons as soon as the LED

flashes more rapidly. When the LED is

flashing faster, this indicates that the but‐

ton on the interior rearview mirror has been

programmed.

To synchronize:

1. Park the vehicle within range of the re‐

mote-controlled system.

2. Program the relevant button on the interior

rearview mirror as described.

If the LED does not flash faster after at

least 60 seconds, change the distance be‐

tween the interior rearview mirror and the

hand-held transmitter and repeat the step.

Several more attempts at different distan‐

ces may be necessary. Wait at least

15 seconds between attempts.

3. Locate and press the synchronizing button

on the system being programmed. You

have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.

4. Hold down the programmed button on the

interior rearview mirror for approximately

3 seconds and then release it. If necessary,

repeat this work step up to three times in

order to finish synchronization. Once syn‐

chronization is complete, the programmed

function will be carried out.

Canada: if programming with the hand-

held transmitter was interrupted, hold

down the interior rearview mirror button

and repeatedly press and release the

hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐

onds.

Reprogramming individual buttons

1. Switch on the ignition.

6. To program other functions on other but‐

tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.

The systems can be controlled using the inte‐

rior rearview mirror buttons.

2. Press and hold the interior rearview mirror

button to be programmed.

3. As soon as the interior rearview mirror LED

starts flashing slowly, hold the hand-held

transmitter for the system to be controlled

approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the

buttons on the interior rearview mirror. The

required distance depends on the manual

transmitter.

Special feature of the alternating-

code wireless system

If you are unable to operate the system after

repeated programming, please check if the

system to be controlled features an alternat‐

ing-code system.

Read the system's operating manual, or press

the programmed button on the interior rear‐

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4. Likewise, press and hold the button of the

desired function on the hand-held trans‐

mitter.

proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes

rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The

functions cannot be deleted individually.

5. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐

rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐

idly. When the LED is flashing faster, this

indicates that the button on the interior

rearview mirror has been programmed.

The system can then be controlled by the

button on the interior rearview mirror.

Ashtray/cigarette lighter

Manual transmission: Front

Opening

If the LED does not flash faster after at

least 60 seconds, change the distance and

repeat the step. Several more attempts at

different distances may be necessary. Wait

at least 15 seconds between attempts.

Canada: if programming with the hand-

held transmitter was interrupted, hold

down the interior rearview mirror button

and repeatedly press and release the

hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐

onds.

Press on the cover.

Emptying

Take out the insert.

Controls

Before operation

Before operating a system using the

integrated universal remote control, ensure

that there are no people, animals, or objects

within the range of movement of the remote-

controlled system; otherwise, there is a risk of

injury or damage.

Lighter

Push in the lighter.

The lighter can be removed as

soon as it pops back out.

Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-

held transmitter.◀

Danger of burns

Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐

erwise, there is the danger of getting burned.

The system, such as the garage door, can be

operated using the button on the interior rear‐

view mirror while the engine is running or when

the ignition is started. To do this, hold down

the button within receiving range of the system

until the function is activated. The interior rear‐

view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig‐

nal is being transmitted.

Switch off the ignition and take the remote

control with you when leaving the vehicle so

that children cannot use the lighter and burn

themselves.◀

Replace the cover after use

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Deleting stored functions

Press and hold the left and right button on the

interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐

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Replace the cover after use

Double-clutch transmission: Front

Opening

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Rear

Opening

Press on the cover.

Emptying

Take out the insert.

Press on the cover.

Lighter

Emptying

Take out the insert.

Lighter

Press on the cover.

Push in the lighter.

The lighter can be removed as

soon as it pops back out.

Push in the lighter.

The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops

back out.

Danger of burns

Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐

erwise, there is the danger of getting burned.

Danger of burns

Switch off the ignition and take the remote

control with you when leaving the vehicle so

that children cannot use the lighter and burn

themselves.◀

Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐

erwise, there is the danger of getting burned.

Take the remote control with you when leaving

the vehicle so that children cannot use the

lighter and burn themselves.◀

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Replace the cover after use

Automatic transmission, Front center

console: double-clutch transmission

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Connecting electrical

devices

Hints

Do not plug chargers into the socket

Press on the cover.

Do not connect battery chargers to the

factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this

may damage the battery.◀

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

Center armrest

Replace the cover after use

Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after

use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter

socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀

Sockets

The lighter socket can be used as a socket for

electrical equipment while the engine is run‐

ning or when the ignition is switched on. The

total load of all sockets must not exceed

140 watts at 12 volts.

Remove cover.

Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable

connectors.

Rear center console

Front center console: manual

transmission

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

Press on the cover.

Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.

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In the front passenger footwell

Without Professional navigation

system or TV: at a glance

Socket is located below the glove compart‐

ment.

The USB interface is located in the center arm‐

rest.

To access the socket: fold open the cover.

Without Professional navigation

system or TV: at a glance

In the cargo area

The socket is located in the cover of the load‐

ing lip.

To access the socket: fold open the cover.

USB interface for data

transfer

The concept

Connection for importing and exporting data

on USB devices, e.g.:

The USB interface is located in the glove com‐

partment.

▷

Personal Profile settings, refer to page 31.

Music collection, see user's manual for

Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐

cation.

Notes

Observe the following when connecting:

▷

Do not use force when plugging the con‐

nector into the USB interface.

▷

Do not connect devices such as fans or

lamps to the USB interface.

▷

Do not connect USB hard drives.

Do not use the USB interface to recharge

external devices.

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and are in an upright position. Otherwise, the

head restraint and screen could be damaged.◀

Through-loading system

The concept

The cargo area can be enlarged by folding

down the rear seat backrest.

1. Unlock the belt lock of the center safety

belt in the rear using the latch plate of an‐

other safety belt.

The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts

at a ratio of 60 to 40.

2. Insert the latch plate at the end of the belt

into the specially designated fixture on the

rear window shelf.

The sides can be folded down separately or to‐

gether.

Hints

Danger of pinching

Before folding down the rear seat back‐

rests, ensure that the area of movement of the

backrests is clear. In particular, ensure that no

one is located in the area of movement and

that no one reaches into the area of movement

of the rear seat backrests when the middle

section is folded down. Otherwise, injury or

damage may result.◀

3. Push the corresponding head restraint

down as far as it will go.

4. Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo

area to release the rear seat backrest.

Lock the rear seat backrests in position

Before mounting child restraint fixing

systems, place the seat backrest as far as pos‐

sible at an angle at which the child seat is rest‐

ing firmly against the backrest and all back‐

rests can be locked securely in place.

Otherwise, the child seat will not be as stable

as it should be, and there is increased danger

of injury due to unexpected movement of the

seat backrest.◀

5. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves

forward slightly.

Opening

Move the front seats to an upright posi‐

tion

Before folding down the rear backrests, ensure

that the front seats are moved forward slightly

6. Fold backrest forward.

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4. Load the ski bag. If necessary, wrap the

sharp edges of the skis.

Closing

1. Return the rear seat backrest to the upright

seating position and engage it.

5. Insert the tongue plate into the belt buckle.

Ensure that the lock is securely en‐

gaged

Make sure that the lock engages properly

when folding back, otherwise transported

cargo could enter the passenger compart‐

ment during braking or evasive maneuvers

and endanger the vehicle occupants.◀

2. Release the belt tongue from the fixture on

the rear window shelf.

6. Tighten the retaining strap.

3. Insert the belt tongue in the belt lock of the

center safety belt. Make sure you hear the

latch plate engage.

To secure cargo, refer to page 165, with nets

or draw straps, the cargo area is fitted with

lashing eyes.

Ski bag

Securing the ski bag

Capacity

Secure the ski bag by tightening the re‐

taining strap; otherwise, the contents could

present a source of danger to the passengers,

for example during braking or evasive maneu‐

vers.◀

The ski bag can be used to transport up to four

pairs of skis with a length of up to 6 ft/2.10 m

or, depending on the binding, up to two snow‐

boards with a length of up to 5 ft/1.60 m.

Preparing and loading the ski bag

Removing the ski bag

1. Fold open the center armrest on the inside.

The ski bag can be removed entirely, e.g., to

dry quickly or to use other inserts.

2. Open the inside cover and cargo area by

pressing the button.

3. Lay out the ski bag.

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1. Pull the handle forward and lift the ski bag

out.

2. Close the cover in the cargo area.

More information on the various inserts availa‐

ble can be obtained from your service center.

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Storage compartments

▷

Net in the front passenger footwell.

Vehicle equipment

All standard, country-specific and optional

equipment that is offered in the model series is

Glove compartment

Front passenger side

Note

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.

Close the glove compartment again im‐

mediately

Close the glove compartment immediately af‐

ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐

cur during accidents.◀

Notes

No loose objects in the passenger com‐

partment

Do not stow any objects in the passenger

compartment without securing them; other‐

wise, they may present a danger to occupants

for instance during braking and avoidance ma‐

neuvers.◀

Opening

Do not place anti-slip mats on the dash‐

board

Do not place anti-slip mats on the dashboard.

The mat materials could damage the dash‐

board.◀

Pull the handle.

The light in the glove compartment switches

on.

Storage compartments

The following storage compartments are avail‐

able in the vehicle interior:

Closing

▷

Glove compartment on the driver's and

front passenger side, refer to page 150.

Fold up the cover.

Driver's side

Note

Storage compartment, refer to page 153,

in the center console for remote control.

Storage compartment in the center arm‐

rest, refer to page 151, in the front and

rear.

Close the glove compartment again im‐

mediately

Close the glove compartment immediately af‐

ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐

cur during accidents.◀

▷

Compartments in the doors.

Pockets on the backrests of the front

seats.

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Opening

Locking the storage compartment

Pull the handle.

The storage compartment in the armrest can

be locked with an integrated key to separately

secure the trunk lid, refer to page 38, for exam‐

ple.

Closing

Fold up the cover.

After the storage compartment is locked, the

remote control can be handed out without the

integrated key, refer to page 30, for instance at

a hotel.

Center armrest

Front

This prevents access to the storage compart‐

ment and to the cargo area.

A storage compartment is located in the center

armrest between the front seats.

Connection for an external audio

device

Opening

.

Description, see user's manual

for Navigation, Entertainment

and Communication.

Rear

The center armrest contains a storage com‐

partment.

Press the button.

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Folding down

Manual transmission: Front

On the center console

Pull on the opener and fold the armrest for‐

ward.

To open: press the button.

The insert folds out.

Opening

To use as a storage compartment, fold the in‐

sert back in.

Double-clutch transmission: Front

Pull on the handle and fold open the cover.

Cupholders

To open: press on the cover.

Notes

Shatter-proof containers and no hot

drinks

Rear

In the front center armrest.

Use light and shatter-proof containers and do

not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is

the increased danger of injury in an accident.◀

Unsuitable containers

Do not forcefully push unsuitable con‐

tainers into the cupholders. This may result in

damage.◀

The cupholder can be adjusted for three differ‐

ent container sizes.

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To open: press the button.

Do not obstruct view

To reduce in size: fold closed to the desired

position.

When suspending clothing from the

hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driv‐

er's vision.◀

To close: fold all the way closed. The cu‐

pholder must be closed before it can be

opened fully.

No heavy objects

Do not hang heavy objects from the

hooks; otherwise, they may present a danger

to passengers during braking and evasive ma‐

neuvers.◀

Remote control storage

compartment

Opening

Storage compartments in the

cargo area

Net

Smaller objects can be stored in the net on the

side of the cargo area.

To transport larger objects, it can be pushed

down.

Multi-function hook

A multi-function hook is available on the left

cargo area wall.

Press on the cover.

Remote control storage compartment

Light and suitable objects only

Only hang light bags or suitable objects

from the holders. Otherwise, there is a danger

of objects flying about during braking and eva‐

sive maneuvers.

Only transport heavy luggage in the trunk if it

has been appropriately secured.◀

Storage is possible in a vertical position in the

center armrest.

Clothes hooks

The clothes hooks are located next to the grab

handles in the rear and on the door pillar in the

rear.

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Storage compartment under the cargo

floor panel

Raise the cargo floor panel.

Storage compartment on the side

A storage compartment is located at the side

of the cargo area.

Lashing eyes

To secure the cargo, refer to page 165, there

are lashing eyes in the cargo area.

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