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Refueling
MOBILITY
Refueling
Safety information
Vehicle features and
options
NOTICE
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
With a driving distance of less than
30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not en‐
sured anymore. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Re‐
fuel promptly.
NOTICE
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the
fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted
surfaces may be damaged by contact with fuel.
Escaping fuel can harm the environment. There
is a risk of damage to property, among other
potential damage. Avoid overfilling.
Follow the following when
refueling
General information
Follow the fuel recommendation prior to refuel‐
ing.
Fuel cap
When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely
into the filler pipe. Lifting up the filler nozzle dur‐
ing refueling causes:
Opening
1. To open the fuel filler flap, press on the rear
edge, arrow. The fuel filler flap opens.
▷ Premature switching off.
▷ Reduced return of the fuel vapors.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly af‐
ter refueling, otherwise the emissions warning
light may light up.
Follow safety regulations posted at the filling sta‐
tion.
Additional information:
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2. Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
3. Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
the fuel filler flap.
Closing
Warning
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jam‐
med and crushed during closing. The cap can‐
not be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can
escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of dam‐
age to property. Pay attention that the retaining
strap is not jammed or crushed when closing
the cap.
1. Fit the fuel cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.
2. Press on the fuel filler flap until it engages.
Emergency unlocking
It may be necessary in certain situations to un‐
lock the fuel filler flap manually, for instance with
an electrical fault.
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Wheels and tires
Tire pressure specifications
In the tire inflation pressure table
Vehicle features and
options
The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
specifications for the specified tire sizes at the
ambient temperature. The tire inflation pressure
values apply to tire sizes approved by the manu‐
facturer of the vehicle for the vehicle type.
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
please note the following:
▷ Tire sizes of your vehicle.
▷ Maximum speed for driving.
Tire pressure
On the Control Display
The current tire inflation pressure values and the
intended tire inflation pressure values for the
mounted tires can be displayed on the Control
Display.
General information
The tire characteristics and tire pressure influ‐
ence the following:
▷ The service life of the tires.
▷ Driving safety.
To ensure that they are displayed correctly, the
tire sizes must be stored in the system and must
have been set for the mounted tires.
▷ Driving comfort.
The current tire inflation pressure value is lo‐
cated on each tire.
▷ Fuel consumption.
The reference tire inflation pressure value is lo‐
cated in the lower area of the Control Display.
Safety information
Warning
Checking the tire pressure
General information
Tires heat up while driving. The tire pressure in‐
creases with the tire temperature.
A tire with too little or no tire inflation pressure
may heat up significantly and sustain damage.
This will have a negative impact on aspects of
handling, such as steering and braking re‐
sponse. There is a risk of accident. Regularly
check the tire inflation pressure, and correct it
as needed, for instance twice a month and be‐
fore a long trip.
Tires have a natural, consistent tire pressure
loss.
The displays of inflation devices may under-read
by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.
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Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
With Tire Pressure Monitor:
Checking using tire inflation
pressure specifications in the tire
inflation pressure table
1. Determine the intended tire inflation pressure
levels for the mounted tires.
The corrected tire inflation pressures are applied
automatically. Make sure that the correct tire set‐
tings have been made.
2. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires, using a pressure gage, for example.
With tires that cannot be found in the tire pres‐
sure values on the Control Display, reset the Tire
Pressure Monitor TPM.
3. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the actual
tire inflation pressure deviates from the in‐
tended tire inflation pressure.
Tire inflation pressures up to
100 mph/160 km/h
For speeds of up to 100 mph/160 km/h and for
optimum driving comfort, note the pressure val‐
ues in the tire inflation pressure table and adjust
as necessary.
4. Check whether all valve caps are screwed
onto the tire valves.
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the
tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold
tires or tires at the same temperature as the am‐
bient temperature.
Only check the tire inflation pressure levels when
the tires are cold, i.e.:
▷ A driving distance of max. 1.25 miles/2 km
has not been exceeded.
▷ If the vehicle has not moved again for at least
2 hours after a trip.
Check the tire inflation pressure of the emer‐
gency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and cor‐
rect it as needed.
These pressure values can also be found on the
tire pressure label on the driver's door pillar.
Checking using the tire inflation
pressure specifications on the
Control Display
Do not exceed a speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
1. "CAR"
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Tire Pressure Monitor"
4. Check whether the current tire inflation pres‐
sure levels deviate from the intended tire
pressure value.
5. Correct the tire inflation pressure if the actual
tire inflation pressure deviates from the in‐
tended tire inflation pressure.
After correcting the tire pressure
With runflat tires:
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Tire pressure values up to
100 mph/160 km/h
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
-
2.6 / 38
530i, 530i xDrive
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
540i, 540i xDrive
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
225/55 R 17 97 H
A/S
2.3 / 33
2.6 / 38
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
245/45 R 18 100 H
XL A/S
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S
245/45 R 18 100 H 2.2 / 32
XL A/S
2.4 / 35
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL A/S
2.3 / 33
2.6 / 38
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL A/S
2.3 / 33
2.6 / 38
245/40 R 19 98 V XL
M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 Y XL
2.3 / 33
-
245/40 R 19 98 V
XL M+S
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
-
2.6 / 38
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 Y XL
2.4 / 35
-
-
Front:
245/35 R 20 95 Y XL
2.5 / 36
-
-
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
2.6 / 38
-
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
3.0 / 44
-
Front:
245/35 R 20 95
Y XL
2.6 / 38
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 V XL M+S
2.3 / 33
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
2.7 / 39
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 V XL M+S
2.3 / 33
-
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
2.7 / 39
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
-
2.6 / 38
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 V XL M+S
2.6 / 38
-
-
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
2.4 / 35
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
M550i xDrive
4.2 / 60
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire inflation pressures at max.
speeds above 100 mph/160 km/h
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Warning
In order to drive at maximum speeds in excess
of 100 mph/160 km/h, please observe, and, if
necessary, adjust tire pressures for speeds ex‐
ceeding 100 mph/160 km/h from the relevant
table on the following pages. Otherwise, tire
damage and accidents could occur.
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL A/S
2.6 / 38
2.6 / 38
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
For speeds over 100 mph/160 km/h and for opti‐
mum driving comfort, note the pressure values in
the tire inflation pressure table and adjust as nec‐
essary.
245/40 R 19 98 V
XL M+S
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 H XL A/S
2.6 / 38
-
Tire pressure values over
100 mph/160 km/h
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 H XL A/S
-
2.4 / 35
530i, 530i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 Y XL
2.6 / 38
-
-
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
2.4 / 35
-
Front:
2.9 / 42
245/35 R 20 95
Y XL
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
225/55 R 17 97 H
A/S
2.8 / 41
3.2 / 46
225/55 R 17 97 H M 2.8 / 41
+S
3.2 / 46
245/45 R 18 100 H
XL A/S
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL A/S
2.8 / 41
2.9 / 42
Front: 245/40 R 19 2.6 / 38
98 Y XL
-
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
-
2.8 / 41
-
245/40 R 19 98 V XL
M+S
Front:
245/35 R 20 95
Y XL
2.9 / 42
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 Y XL
2.3 / 33
-
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
3.1 / 45
-
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
-
2.6 / 38
Front: 245/40 R 19 2.8 / 41
98 V XL M+S
Front:
2.5 / 36
-
245/35 R 20 95 Y XL
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
-
2.9 / 42
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
3.0 / 44
-
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 V XL M+S
2.8 / 41
-
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
2.9 / 42
540i, 540i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
With high-speed tuning feature
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
245/45 R 18 100 H 2.6 / 38
XL A/S
2.9 / 42
225/55 R 17 97 H
M+S
2.6 / 38
2.9 / 42
2.9 / 42
225/55 R 17 97 H M
+S
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
3.1 / 45
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL A/S
2.9 / 42
3.1 / 45
245/40 R 19 98 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
Front: 245/40 R 19 2.6 / 38
98 Y XL
-
245/40 R 19 98 V
XL M+S
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
-
2.9 / 42
-
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 Y XL
2.6 / 38
-
-
Front:
245/35 R 20 95
Y XL
2.9 / 42
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
2.9 / 42
-
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
3.0 / 44
-
Front:
245/35 R 20 95
Y XL
2.9 / 42
Front: 245/40 R 19 2.9 / 42
98 V XL M+S
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
3.0 / 44
-
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
-
3.1 / 45
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 V XL M+S
2.9 / 42
-
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
3.1 / 45
4.2 / 60
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
M550i xDrive
Without high-speed tuning feature
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
With high-speed tuning feature
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Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Tire size
Pressure specifica‐
tions in bar/PSI
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
Specifications in
bar/PSI with cold
tires
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL A/S
2.9 / 42
2.9 / 42
245/45 R 18 100 V 3.2 / 46
XL M+S
3.2 / 46
245/45 R 18 100 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 H
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 V
XL M+S
245/40 R 19 98 V
XL M+S
Front: 245/40 R 19 2.9 / 42
98 Y XL
-
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 H XL A/S
2.9 / 42
-
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
-
2.7 / 39
-
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 H XL A/S
-
2.7 / 39
Front:
245/35 R 20 95
Y XL
3.3 / 48
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 Y XL
2.6 / 38
-
-
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
3.1 / 45
-
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 Y XL
2.4 / 35
-
Front: 245/40 R 19 3.2 / 46
98 V XL M+S
Front:
2.9 / 42
245/35 R 20 95
Y XL
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
-
3.0 / 44
Rear: 275/30 R 20
97 Y XL
-
2.7 / 39
-
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
Front: 245/40 R 19
98 V XL M+S
2.9 / 42
-
4.2 / 60
Rear: 275/35 R 19
100 V XL M+S
2.7 / 39
Tire marking
Emergency wheel:
Speed up to a max. of
50 mph / 80 km/h
Tire size
245/45 R 18 96 Y
T 135/80 R 18 104
M
4.2 / 60
245: nominal width in mm
45: aspect ratio in %
R: radial tire code
With high-speed tuning feature
18: rim diameter in inches
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96: load bearing capacity
Y: speed code letter
Tire age
Recommendation
Regardless of the tire tread depth, replace tires
at least every 6 years.
ZR tires: reinforced radial tire for speeds exceed‐
ing 150 mph/240 km/h
Maximum tire load
Maximum tire load is the maximum permissible
weight for which the tire is approved.
Manufacture date
You can find the manufacture date of the tire on
the tire sidewall.
Locate the maximum tire load on the tire sidewall
and the Gross Axle Weight Rating – GAWR – on
the certification label on the driver door B-pillar.
Divide the tire load by 1.1. It must be greater
than one-half of the vehicle’s Gross Axle Weight
Rating – GAWR. Note, front vs. rear GAWR and
tire loads, respectively.
Designation
Manufacture date
DOT … 1921
19th week 2021
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on
the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and
maximum section width.
Speed letter
E.g.: Treadwear 200; Traction AA; Temperature
A
Designation
Maximum speed
Q
R
up to 100 mph/160 km/h
up to 106 mph/170 km/h
up to 112 mph/180 km/h
up to 118 mph/190 km/h
up to 131 mph/210 km/h
up to 150 mph/240 km/h
up to 167 mph/270 km/h
up to 186 mph/300 km/h
above 186 mph/300 km/h
DOT Quality Grades
Treadwear
S
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
T
All passenger vehicle tires must conform to Fed‐
eral Safety Requirements in addition to these
grades.
H
V
W
Y
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov‐
ernment test course. E.g., a tire graded 150
would wear one and one-half, 1 g, times as well
on the government course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon
the actual conditions of their use, however, and
may depart significantly from the norm due to
variations in driving habits, service practices and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
(Y)
Tire Identification Number
DOT Code: DOT xxxx xxx 1921
xxxx: manufacturer code for the tire brand
xxx: tire size and tire design
1921: tire age
Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the
U.S. Department of Transportation.
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Traction
M+S
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C.
Winter and all-season tires with better cold
weather performance than summer tires.
Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop
on wet pavement as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test surfa‐
ces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may
have poor traction performance.
Tire tread
Summer tires
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based
on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and
does not include acceleration, cornering, hydro‐
planing, or peak traction characteristics.
Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than
0.12 in/3 mm, otherwise there is an increased
risk of aquaplaning.
Winter tires
Do not drive with a tire tread of less than
0.16 in/4 mm, as such tires are less suitable for
winter operation.
Temperature
The temperature grades are A, the highest, B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled conditions on a
specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained
high temperature can cause the material of the
tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces‐
sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
The grade C corresponds to a level of perform‐
ance which all passenger car tires must meet un‐
der the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels
of performance on the laboratory test wheel than
the minimum required by law.
Minimum tread depth
Wear indicators are distributed around the tire
circumference. These wear indicators have the
legally required minimum height of
0.063 in/1.6 mm.
Warning
The temperature grade for this tire is estab‐
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or
excessive loading, either separately or in com‐
bination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
The positions of the wear indicators are marked
on the tire sidewall with TWI, Tread Wear Indica‐
tor.
Tire damage
RSC – Run-flat tires
a circular icon containing the letters RSC marked
on the sidewall.
General information
Inspect your tires regularly for damage, foreign
objects lodged in the tread, and tread wear.
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Driving over rough or damaged road surfaces, as
well as debris, curbs and other obstacles can
cause serious damage to wheels, tires and sus‐
pension parts. This is more likely to occur with
low-profile tires, which provide less cushioning
between the wheel and the road. Be careful to
avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, es‐
pecially if your vehicle is equipped with low-pro‐
file tires.
Warning
Tires can become damaged by driving over ob‐
stacles, e.g., curbs or road damage, at high
speed. Larger wheels have a smaller tire cross-
section. The smaller the tire cross-section, the
higher the risk of tire damage. There may be a
risk of accident and risk of damage to property.
If possible, avoid driving over objects or road
conditions that may damage tires, or drive over
them slowly and carefully.
Indications of tire damage or other vehicle mal‐
functions:
▷ Unusual vibrations.
▷ Unusual tire or running noises.
▷ Unusual handling such as a strong tendency
to pull to the left or right.
Changing wheels and tires
Damage can be caused by the following situa‐
tions, for instance:
Mounting and wheel balancing
Have mounting and wheel balancing carried out
by a dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
▷ Driving over curbs.
▷ Road damage.
▷ Tire pressure too low.
▷ Vehicle overloading.
▷ Incorrect tire storage.
Approved wheels and tires
General information
The following properties are recommended and
approved by the manufacturer of the vehicle for
the approved wheels and tires per vehicle type
and special equipment:
Safety information
Warning
▷ Wheel and tire combinations.
▷ Rim designs.
Damaged tires can lose tire inflation pressure,
which can lead to loss of vehicle control. There
is a risk of accident. If tire damage is suspected
while driving, immediately reduce speed and
stop. Have wheels and tires checked. For this
purpose, drive carefully to the nearest dealer’s
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop. Have vehicle towed or trans‐
ported as needed. Do not repair damaged tires,
but have them replaced.
▷ Tire sizes.
▷ Tire brands.
You can ask a manufacturer service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop
about the approved wheels and tires for the vehi‐
cle and the special equipment.
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Safety information
Recommended tire brands
Warning
Wheels and tires which are not suitable for your
vehicle can damage parts of the vehicle, for in‐
stance due to contact with the body due to tol‐
erances despite the same official size rating.
There is a risk of an accident. The manufac‐
turer of your vehicle strongly suggests that you
use wheels and tires that have been recom‐
mended by the vehicle manufacturer for your
vehicle type.
For each tire size, the manufacturer of the vehi‐
cle recommends certain tire brands. The tire
brands can be identified by a star on the tire
sidewall.
Warning
Mounted steel wheels can cause technical
problems, for instance unexpected loosening of
the lug bolts and damage to the brake discs.
There is a risk of accident. Do not mount steel
wheels.
New tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to production-re‐
lated circumstances when tires are brand-new.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Retreaded tires
Warning
Incorrect wheel/tire combinations will impair the
vehicle's handling characteristics and a variety
of system functions, such as the Antilock Brak‐
ing System (ABS) or Dynamic Stability Control.
There is a risk of accident. To maintain good
handling and vehicle response, use only tires
with a single tread configuration from a single
manufacturer. The manufacturer of the vehicle
recommends that you use wheels and tires that
have been recommended by the vehicle manu‐
facturer for your vehicle type. Following tire
damage, have the original wheel/tire combina‐
tion remounted on the vehicle as soon as pos‐
sible.
Warning
Retreaded tires can have different tire casing
structures. With advanced age the service life
can be limited. There is a risk of an accident.
The manufacturer of your vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
The manufacturer of the vehicle does not rec‐
ommend the use of retreaded tires.
Winter tires
General information
Winter tires are recommended for operating on
winter roads.
Although so-called all-season tires with M+S
identification provide better winter traction than
summer tires, they usually do not provide the
same level of performance as winter tires.
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Maximum speed of winter tires
Storage
If the maximum speed of the vehicle is higher
than the permissible speed for the winter tires,
then attach a label showing the permissible maxi‐
mum speed in the field of vision. The label is
available from a dealer's service center or an‐
other qualified service center or repair shop.
▷ Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and dark
place.
▷ Always protect tires against all contact with
oil, grease, and solvents.
▷ Do not leave tires in plastic bags.
▷ Remove dirt from wheels or tires.
With winter tires mounted, observe and do not
exceed the permissible maximum speed.
Runflat tires
Changing runflat tires
When changing from run-flat tires to standard
tires, it must be ensured that the vehicle contains
a compact spare tire ("donut") or tire mobility kit.
Further information is available from a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
Principle
Run-flat tires permit continued driving under re‐
stricted conditions even in the event of a com‐
plete tire pressure loss.
General information
Rotating wheels between axles
The wheels consist of tires that are self-support‐
ing, to a limited degree, and possibly special
rims.
Warning
The reinforcement of the sidewall allows the tire
to remain drivable to a restricted degree in the
event of a tire pressure loss.
Rotating tires between the axles on vehicles
with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the front
and rear axles can cause damage to the tires
and the vehicle. There is a risk of accident. Do
not rotate the tires between the axles on vehi‐
cles with different tire sizes or rim sizes on the
front and rear axles.
Follow the instructions for continued driving with
a flat tire.
Safety information
Different wear patterns can occur on the front
and rear axles depending on individual driving
conditions. The tires can be rotated in pairs be‐
tween the axles to achieve even wear. Further in‐
formation is available from a dealer's service cen‐
ter or another qualified service center or repair
shop. After rotating, check the tire pressure and
correct, if needed.
Warning
The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat
tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for in‐
stance, reduced lane stability when braking,
braking distances are longer and the self-steer‐
ing properties will change. There is a risk of ac‐
cident. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Storing tires
Tire pressure
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pres‐
sure indicated on the tire sidewall.
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Identification
General information
▷ To enable continued driving, liquid sealant is
pumped into the tire, which hardens and
seals the damage from the inside.
▷ Follow the instructions on using the tire repair
set found on the compressor and sealant
bottle.
▷ Use of the tire repair set may be ineffective if
the tire puncture measures approx. 4 mm or
more.
The tires are marked on the tire sidewall with
Run-flat System Component RSC.
▷ Contact a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop if the
tire cannot be made drivable.
▷ Do not remove foreign bodies that have pe‐
netrated the tire. Remove foreign objects only
when they are visibly protruding from the tire.
Repairing a flat tire
▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant bot‐
tle and apply it to the steering wheel.
Safety measures
▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from
passing traffic and on solid ground.
▷ The use of a sealing compound can damage
the wheel electronics. In this case, have the
electronics checked and replaced at the next
opportunity.
▷ Turn on the hazard warning system.
▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by
setting the parking brake.
▷ The compressor can be used to check the
tire inflation pressure.
▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels
are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock.
Overview
Storage
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the
hazardous area in a safe place, such as be‐
hind a guardrail.
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an
appropriate distance.
Tire repair set
Principle
With the tire repair set, minor tire damage can be
sealed temporarily to enable continued driving.
Storage for the tire repair set is provided in the
left storage compartment of the trunk.
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▷ Turn the steering wheel until the front wheels
are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock.
Sealant bottle
▷ Have all vehicle occupants get out of the ve‐
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the
hazardous area in a safe place, such as be‐
hind a guardrail.
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle at an
appropriate distance.
Filling the tire with sealing
compound
▷ Sealant bottle, arrow 1.
▷ Filler hose, arrow 2.
Observe expiration date on the sealant bottle.
Safety information
Compressor
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is in‐
sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into
the vehicle. The exhaust gases contain pollu‐
tants which are colorless and odorless. In en‐
closed areas, exhaust gases can also accumu‐
late outside of the vehicle. There is danger to
life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure suf‐
ficient ventilation.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Sealant bottle unlocking
Sealant bottle holder
Tire pressure display
Reduce tire inflation pressure button
On/off switch
NOTICE
The compressor can overheat during extended
operation. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty, among other potential damage. Do not run
the compressor for more than 10 minutes.
Compressor
Connector/cable for socket
Connection hose
Safety measures
▷ Park the vehicle as far away as possible from
passing traffic and on solid ground.
▷ Turn on the hazard warning system.
▷ Secure the vehicle against rolling away by
setting the parking brake.
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4. Screw the filler hose of the sealant bottle
onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel.
Filling
1. Shake the sealant bottle.
5. With the compressor switched off, insert the
connector into the power socket in the vehi‐
cle interior.
2. Pull filler hose completely out of the cover of
the sealant bottle. Do not kink the hose.
3. Slide the sealant bottle into the holder on the
compressor housing, ensuring that it en‐
gages audibly.
6. With standby state or drive-ready state
switched on, switch on the compressor.
Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to fill
the tire with sealing compound and achieve a tire
inflation pressure of approx. 2.0 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealing com‐
pound, the tire inflation pressure may sporadi‐
cally reach approx. 5 bar. Do not switch off the
compressor in this phase.
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4. Insert the connector into the power socket in
the vehicle interior.
Checking and adjusting the tire
inflation pressure
Checking
1. Switch off the compressor.
2. Read the tire pressure on the tire pressure
display.
To continue the trip, a tire inflation pressure of at
least 2 bar must be reached.
Removing and stowing the sealant
bottle
1. Unscrew the filler hose of the sealant bottle
from the tire valve.
5. With standby or drive readiness turned on,
turn on the compressor and let it run for a
maximum of 10 minutes.
When the tire pressure does not reach at
least 2 bar, contact a manufacturer service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
2. Press the red unlocking device.
3. Remove the sealant bottle from the compres‐
sor.
When a tire pressure of at least 2 bar is
reached, see Minimum tire inflation pressure
is reached.
4. Wrap and store the sealant bottle in suitable
material to avoid contamination of the cargo
area.
6. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the tire valve.
Minimum tire inflation pressure is
not reached
1. Pull the connector out of the power socket in
the vehicle interior.
7. Pull the connector out of the power socket in
the vehicle interior.
8. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.
2. Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to distrib‐
ute the sealing compound in the tire.
Minimum tire inflation pressure is
reached
1. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the tire valve.
3. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐
sor directly onto the tire valve stem.
2. Pull the connector out of the power socket in
the vehicle interior.
3. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.
4. Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to
ensure that the sealing compound is evenly
distributed in the tire.
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than
12 mph/20 km/h.
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Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor again.
Adjustment
Replace the faulty tire and the sealant bottle of
the tire repair set promptly.
1. Stop at a suitable location.
2. Screw the connection hose of the compres‐
sor directly onto the tire valve stem.
Additional information:
Tire chains
Safety information
Warning
3. Insert the connector into the power socket in
the vehicle interior.
With the mounting of tire chains on unsuitable
tires, the tire chains can come into contact with
vehicle parts. There may be a risk of accident
or risk of damage to property. Only mount tire
chains on tires that are designated by their
manufacturer as suitable for the use of tire
chains.
Warning
Insufficiently tight tire chains may damage tires
and vehicle components. There may be a risk
of accident or risk of damage to property. Make
sure that the tire chains are always sufficiently
tight. Re-tighten as needed according to the
tire chain manufacturer's instructions.
4. Correct the tire inflation pressure to at least
2.0 bar:
▷ Increase tire pressure: with standby or
drive readiness turned on, turn on the
compressor and let it run for a maximum
of 10 minutes.
▷ Reduce tire inflation pressure: press the
button on the compressor.
Fine-link tire chains
5. Unscrew the connection hose of the com‐
pressor from the tire valve.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
the use of fine-link tire chains. Certain types of
fine-link tire chains have been tested by the
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended
as road-safe and suitable.
6. Pull the connector out of the power socket in
the vehicle interior.
7. Stow the tire repair set in the vehicle.
Information regarding suitable tire chains is avail‐
able from a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Continuing the trip
Do not exceed the permissible maximum speed
of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
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Switching off rear axle steering
Use
The rear axle steering is switched off by specify‐
ing that tire chains are installed.
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped
with the tires of the following size:
▷ 225/55 R 17.
▷ 245/45 R 18.
▷ 245/40 R 19.
1. "CAR"
2. "Settings"
3. "General settings"
4. "Tire chains"
5. "Tire chains installed"
The wheel size and rim offset are located on the
inside of the wheel.
Follow the tire chain manufacturer's instructions.
Starting with the permissible maximum speed
with snow chains of 30 mph/50 km/h the rear
axle steering will be switched on again automati‐
cally.
Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after
mounting tire chains, as doing so may result in
incorrect readings.
Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor after
mounting tire chains, as doing so may result in
incorrect readings.
Tire pressure monitor
When driving with tire chains, briefly activate Dy‐
namic Traction Control DTC to optimize the
drive power.
Principle
The Tire Pressure Monitor monitors the tire
pressure and issues a warning if the tire pressure
has dropped.
Maximum speed with tire chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when
using tire chains.
General information
Sensors in the tire valves measure the tire infla‐
tion pressure and tire temperature.
Rear axle steering during
operation with snow chains
Using the tire settings in iDrive, the system can
automatically compare the predefined target
pressures with the actual tire inflation pressures.
General information
In order to guarantee free movement of the
wheels when operating with tire chains, rear axle
steering of the integral active steering must be
switched off when tire chains are mounted.
If tires are being used that are not specified on
the tire inflation pressure details on the vehicle,
such as tires with special approval, the system
needs to be actively reset. The system will then
take over the actual tire inflation pressures as the
target pressures.
Safety information
When operating the system, also note the infor‐
mation found in the Tire inflation pressure chap‐
ter.
Warning
When rear axle steering is switched on and tire
chains are mounted, there can be contact be‐
tween tire chains and the body. There may be a
risk of accident or risk of damage to property.
With mounted tire chains, switch off the rear
axle steering.
Additional information:
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Safety information
Tire settings
General information
Warning
The tire sizes of the mounted tires can be gath‐
ered from the tire inflation pressure details on the
vehicle or directly on the tires.
The display of the target pressures is not a
substitute for the tire inflation pressure details
on the vehicle. Incorrect entries in the tire set‐
tings can lead to incorrect target tire inflation
pressure values. In this case, it cannot be guar‐
anteed that the notification of a tire pressure
loss will be reliable. There is a risk of injury and
risk of damage to property. Ensure that the tire
sizes of the mounted tires are displayed cor‐
rectly and match the details on the tires and on
the vehicle.
The tire details do not need to be re-entered
when the tire pressure is corrected.
For summer and winter tires, the tire details en‐
tered last are stored. After a tire or wheel re‐
placement, the settings of the tire sets used last
can be selected.
Changing settings
1. "CAR"
2. "Vehicle status"
Functional requirements
The following conditions must be met for the
system; otherwise, reliable message of a tire
pressure loss is not assured:
3.
"Tire Pressure Monitor"
4. "Tire settings"
5. "Tire selection"
6. "Manual"
▷ Every time a tire or wheel is changed, the
correct details on the mounted tires must be
entered in the tire settings.
7. "Tire type"
▷ "Summer"
▷ The Tire Pressure Monitor does not activate
until after driving for a few minutes:
▷ "Winter/All-year"
8. Select the tire type that is mounted on the
rear axle.
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement.
▷ After a reset, for tires with special appro‐
val.
For tires with special approval:
"Other tires".
▷ After changing the tire setting.
▷ For tires with special approval:
Observe further proceeding in the perform a
reset section.
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement, a reset
was performed with the correct tire infla‐
tion pressure.
9. Select the maximum road speed that will be
used with the tires.
10."Save tire settings"
▷ After the tire inflation pressure was ad‐
justed to a new value, a reset was per‐
formed.
The measurement of the current tire inflation
pressure is started. The measurement progress
is displayed.
▷ Wheels with wheel electronics.
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Status display
Current status
Tire conditions
General information
The system status can be displayed on the Con‐
trol Display, e.g., whether or not the system is ac‐
tive.
Tire and system status are indicated by the color
of the wheels and a text message on the Control
Display.
Any existing messages may not be deleted if the
target pressure is not reached after the tire infla‐
tion pressure is corrected.
1. "CAR"
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Tire Pressure Monitor"
The current status is displayed.
All wheels green
▷ The system is active and bases warnings on
the target pressures.
Current tire pressure
The current tire pressure is displayed for each
tire.
▷ For tires with special approval: the system is
active and bases warnings on the tire inflation
pressures stored during the last reset.
The current tire inflation pressures may change
during driving or depending on the outside tem‐
perature.
One to four yellow wheels
A flat tire or major tire pressure loss has occurred
in the indicated tires.
Current tire temperature
Depending on the model, the current tire tem‐
peratures are displayed.
Gray wheels
The current tire temperatures may change while
driving or due to the outside temperature.
It may not be possible to identify tire pressure
losses.
Possible causes:
▷ Malfunction.
Target pressure
The target pressure for the tires on the front and
rear axles is displayed.
▷ During tire inflation pressure measurement,
after confirmation of the tire settings.
The specified target pressures take the influence
of driving and outside temperature on the tire
temperature into account. The appropriate target
pressure is always displayed, independent of the
weather situation, tire temperatures and travel
times.
▷ For tires with special approval: a reset is per‐
formed for the system.
For tires with special approval:
perform a reset
1. "CAR"
The displayed target pressure may change and
may differ from the tire inflation pressure details
on the door pillar of the driver's door. The tire in‐
flation pressure can thus be corrected to the
value of the displayed target pressures.
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Tire Pressure Monitor"
4. Make sure that correct tire settings have
been made.
The target pressure is immediately adjusted if
the vehicle load status is changed in the tire set‐
tings.
5. Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive
off.
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6. Reset tire pressure: "Perform reset".
7. Drive away.
Icon Possible cause
Inflation was not carried out according
The wheels are displayed in gray and the follow‐
ing is displayed "Resetting tire pressure…".
to specifications, for instance when the
tire has not been sufficiently inflated or
in the case of a natural steady tire pres‐
sure loss.
After a travel time of several minutes, the set tire
inflation pressures are accepted as the prede‐
fined tire inflation pressures. The reset is com‐
pleted automatically while driving.
Measure
After a successfully completed reset, the wheels
on the Control Display are shown in green and
the following is displayed: "Reset successful."
Check the tire pressure and correct as needed.
If the tire inflation pressure is too
low
You may interrupt this trip at any time. When you
continue the reset resumes automatically.
Message
Messages: for tires without
special approval
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
General information
A low tire inflation pressure may cause the DSC
Dynamic Stability Control to be switched on.
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes‐
sage appears on the Control Display.
Icon
Possible cause
There is a tire pressure loss.
Safety information
Warning
Measure
A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire
inflation pressure impacts handling, such as
steering and braking response. Run-flat tires
can maintain limited stability. There is a risk of
accident. Do not continue driving if the vehicle
is equipped with normal tires. Follow the infor‐
mation on run-flat tires and continued driving
with these tires.
1. Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a
speed of 80 mph/130 km/h.
2. At the next opportunity, for instance at a filling
station, check the tire inflation pressure in all
four tires and correct if necessary.
If there is a significant tire pressure
loss
If a tire inflation pressure check is
required
Message
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
Message
An icon with a Check Control message appears
on the Control Display.
In addition, an icon with the affected tire appears
in a Check Control message on the Control Dis‐
play.
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If a tire inflation pressure check is
required
Icon Possible cause
There is a flat tire or a major tire pres‐
sure loss.
Message
An icon with a Check Control message appears
on the Control Display.
Measure
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
Icon
Possible cause
Inflation was not carried out accord‐
ing to specifications, e.g., the tire has
not been sufficiently inflated.
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐
mal tires or run-flat tires.
The system has detected a wheel
change, but no reset was done.
Run-flat tires are labeled with a circular icon
containing the letters RSC marked on the tire
sidewall.
The tire inflation pressure has fallen
below the level of the last reset.
No reset was performed for the sys‐
tem. The system issues a warning
based on the tire inflation pressures
stored during the last reset.
3. Read the description on What to do in case of
a flat tire.
Actions in the event of a flat tire, refer to
Measure
Messages: for tires with special
approval
1. Check the tire pressure and correct as
needed.
2. Perform a system reset.
General information
A low tire inflation pressure may cause the DSC
Dynamic Stability Control to be switched on.
If the tire inflation pressure is too
low
Safety information
Message
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
Warning
A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire
inflation pressure impacts handling, such as
steering and braking response. Run-flat tires
can maintain limited stability. There is a risk of
accident. Do not continue driving if the vehicle
is equipped with normal tires. Follow the infor‐
mation on run-flat tires and continued driving
with these tires.
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes‐
sage appears on the Control Display.
Icon Possible cause
There is a tire pressure loss.
No reset was performed for the sys‐
tem. The system issues a warning
based on the tire inflation pressures
stored during the last reset.
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Actions in the event of a flat tire
1. Reduce the vehicle speed. Do not exceed a
speed of 80 mph/130 km/h.
Normal tires
2. At the next opportunity, for instance at a filling
station, check the tire inflation pressure in all
four tires and correct if necessary.
1. Identify the damaged tire.
Check the tire pressure in all four tires, for in‐
stance using the tire pressure display of a flat
tire kit.
3. Reset the system.
For tires with special approval: when the tire
pressure in all four tires is correct, the Tire
Pressure Monitor may not have been reset. In
this case, perform the reset.
If there is a significant tire pressure
loss
Message
If tire damage cannot be found, contact a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
2. Repair the flat tire, e.g., with a flat tire kit or by
changing the wheel.
In addition, an icon with the affected tire appears
in a Check Control message on the Control Dis‐
play.
Use of sealing compound, for instance from the
flat tire kit, may damage the wheel electronics.
Have the electronics replaced at the next oppor‐
tunity.
Icon Possible cause
There is a flat tire or a major tire pres‐
sure loss.
Runflat tires
No reset was performed for the sys‐
tem. The system issues a warning
based on the tire inflation pressures
stored during the last reset.
Safety information
Warning
The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat
tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for in‐
stance, reduced lane stability when braking,
braking distances are longer and the self-steer‐
ing properties will change. There is a risk of ac‐
cident. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Measure
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐
mal tires or run-flat tires.
Run-flat tires are labeled with a circular icon
containing the letters RSC marked on the tire
sidewall.
Maximum speed
You may continue driving with a damaged tire at
speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
3. Read the description on What to do in case of
a flat tire.
Actions in the event of a flat tire, refer to
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Continued driving with a flat tire
System limits
Temperature
Follow the following when continuing to drive
with a damaged tire:
The tire inflation pressure depends on the tire's
temperature.
1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
Driving or exposure to the sun will increase the
tire's temperature, thus increasing the tire infla‐
tion pressure.
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
3. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires at the next opportunity.
The tire inflation pressure is reduced when the
tire temperature falls again.
Possible driving distance with a
depressurized tire
These circumstances may cause a warning
when temperatures fall very sharply.
The distance for which it may be possible to
drive safely varies depending on how the vehicle
is loaded and used, e.g., speed, road conditions,
outside temperature. The driving distance may
be less but may also be more if an economical
driving style is used.
Following a temperature-related warning, the tar‐
get pressures are displayed on the Control Dis‐
play again after a short distance.
Sudden tire pressure loss
If the vehicle is loaded with an average weight
and used under favorable conditions, the dis‐
tance for which it may be safe to drive may be up
to 50 miles/80 km.
The system cannot indicate sudden serious tire
damage caused by external circumstances.
Failure performing a reset
Tires with special approval: the system will not
function correctly if a reset was not performed,
for example a flat tire may be indicated although
the tire inflation pressures are correct.
Vehicle handling with damaged tires
Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle
differently, potentially leading to conditions such
as the following:
▷ Greater likelihood of skidding of the vehicle.
▷ Longer braking distances.
Malfunction
Message
▷ Changed self-steering properties.
The yellow warning light flashes and is
then illuminated continuously. A Check
Control message is displayed. It may not
be possible to identify tire pressure losses.
Modify your driving style. Avoid abrupt steering
maneuvers or driving over obstacles, for instance
curbs or potholes.
Final tire failure
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indi‐
cate the final failure of a tire.
Measure
▷ A wheel without wheel electronics, such as
an emergency wheel, is mounted: have the
wheels checked, if needed.
Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of the
tire could come loose and cause an accident.
Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
▷ Fault caused by systems or devices with the
same radio frequency: after leaving the area
of the interference, the system automatically
becomes active again.
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▷ For tires with special approval: the system
was unable to complete the reset. Perform a
system reset again.
function exists. When the malfunction indicator is
illuminated, the system may not be able to de‐
tect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replacement
or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that
prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Al‐
ways check the TPMS malfunction telltale after
replacing one or more tires or wheels on your ve‐
hicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate
tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to
function properly.
▷ Tire Pressure Monitor malfunction: have the
system checked by a manufacturer service
center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Declaration according to NHTSA/
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
Each tire, including the spare (if provided) should
be checked monthly when cold and inflated to
the inflation pressure recommended by the vehi‐
cle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire in‐
flation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of
a different size than the size indicated on the ve‐
hicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you
should determine the proper tire inflation pres‐
sure for those tires.) As an added safety feature,
your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pres‐
sure monitoring system (TPMS) that illuminates
a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of
your tires is significantly under-inflated. Accord‐
ingly, when the low tire pressure telltale illumi‐
nates, you should stop and check your tires as
soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper
pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel effi‐
ciency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehi‐
cle'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 illu‐
mination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the
system is not operating properly. The TPMS
malfunction indicator is combined with the low
tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a
malfunction, the telltale will flash for approxi‐
mately one minute and then remain continuously
illuminated. This sequence will continue upon
subsequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐
Flat Tire Monitor FTM
Principle
The Flat Tire display detects a tire pressure loss
while driving and issues a warning if the tire pres‐
sure has dropped.
General information
The system detects tire pressure loss on the ba‐
sis of rotation speed differences between the in‐
dividual wheels while driving.
In the event of a tire pressure loss, the diameter
and therefore the rotational speed of the corre‐
sponding wheel changes. The difference will be
detected and reported as a flat tire.
The system does not measure the actual infla‐
tion pressure in the tires.
Functional requirements
The following conditions must be met for the
system; otherwise, reliable message of a tire
pressure loss is not assured:
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement, an initializa‐
tion was performed with the correct tire infla‐
tion pressure.
▷ After the tire pressure was adjusted to a new
value, an initialization was performed.
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Safety information
Status display
The current status of the Flat Tire Monitor FTM
can be displayed, for instance whether the FTM
is active.
Warning
A damaged regular tire with low or missing tire
inflation pressure impacts handling, such as
steering and braking response. Run-flat tires
can maintain limited stability. There is a risk of
accident. Do not continue driving if the vehicle
is equipped with normal tires. Follow the infor‐
mation on run-flat tires and continued driving
with these tires.
1. "CAR"
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Flat Tire Monitor"
The status is displayed.
Initialization required
An initialization must be performed in the follow‐
ing situations:
Indication of a flat tire
▷ After the tire inflation pressure has been ad‐
justed.
A yellow warning light is illuminated in
the instrument cluster.
▷ After a tire or wheel replacement.
In addition, an icon with a Check Control mes‐
sage appears on the Control Display.
Performing initialization
When initializing, the set tire inflation pressures
serve as reference values in order to detect a flat
tire. Initialization is started by confirming the tire
inflation pressures.
Icon Possible cause
There is a flat tire or a major tire pres‐
sure loss.
Do not initialize the system when driving with tire
chains.
Measure
1. "CAR"
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
2. "Vehicle status"
3. "Flat Tire Monitor"
2. Check whether the vehicle is fitted with nor‐
mal tires or run-flat tires.
4. Turn on drive-ready state and do not drive
off.
Run-flat tires are labeled with a circular icon
containing the letters RSC marked on the tire
sidewall.
5. Start the initialization with: "Perform reset"
6. Drive away.
The initialization is completed while driving,
which can be interrupted at any time.
The initialization automatically continues when
driving continues.
Actions in the event of a flat tire
Normal tires
1. Identify the damaged tire.
Messages
To do this, check the tire pressure in all four
tires, for instance using the tire pressure dis‐
play of a flat tire kit.
General information
When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐
bility Control is switched on, if needed.
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When the tire inflation pressure in all four tires
is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor FTM may not
have been initialized. In this case, initialize the
system.
Possible driving distance with a
depressurized tire
The distance for which it may be possible to
drive safely varies depending on how the vehicle
is loaded and used, e.g., speed, road conditions,
outside temperature. The driving distance may
be less but may also be more if an economical
driving style is used.
If identification of flat tire damage is not pos‐
sible, please contact a dealer’s service center
or another qualified service center or repair
shop.
2. Repair the flat tire, e.g., with a flat tire kit or by
changing the wheel.
If the vehicle is loaded with an average weight
and used under favorable conditions, the dis‐
tance for which it may be safe to drive may be up
to 50 miles/80 km.
Runflat tires
Vehicle handling with damaged tires
Safety information
Vehicles driven with a damaged tire will handle
differently, potentially leading to conditions such
as the following:
Warning
The vehicle handles differently when a run-flat
tire has insufficient or no tire pressure; for in‐
stance, reduced lane stability when braking,
braking distances are longer and the self-steer‐
ing properties will change. There is a risk of ac‐
cident. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
▷ Greater likelihood of skidding of the vehicle.
▷ Longer braking distances.
▷ Changed self-steering properties.
Modify your driving style. Avoid abrupt steering
maneuvers or driving over obstacles, for instance
curbs or potholes.
Final tire failure
Maximum speed
Vibrations or loud noises while driving can indi‐
cate the final failure of a tire.
You may continue driving with a damaged tire at
speeds up to 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reduce speed and stop; otherwise, pieces of the
tire could come loose and cause an accident.
Continued driving with a flat tire
Do not continue driving. Contact a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Follow the following when continuing to drive
with a damaged tire:
1. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
System limits
The system could be delayed or malfunction in
the following situations:
2. Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
3. Check the tire inflation pressure in all four
tires at the next opportunity.
▷ A natural, even tire pressure loss in all four
tires will not be recognized. Therefore, check
the tire inflation pressure regularly.
When the tire inflation pressure in all four tires
is correct, the Flat Tire Monitor may not have
been initialized. In this case, initialize the sys‐
tem.
▷ Sudden serious tire damage caused by exter‐
nal circumstances cannot be recognized in
advance.
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▷ The system has not been initialized.
Warning
▷ When driving on a snowy or slippery road.
The jack, issued by the vehicle manufacturer, is
provided in order to perform a wheel change in
the event of a breakdown. The jack is not de‐
signed for frequent use; for example, changing
from summer to winter tires. Using the jack fre‐
quently may cause it to become jammed or
damaged. There is a risk of injury and risk of
damage to property. Only use the jack to attach
an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a
breakdown.
▷ Sporty driving style: slip on traction wheels,
high lateral acceleration (drifting).
▷ When driving with tire chains.
Changing wheels/tires
General information
When using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheel
does not always need to be changed immedi‐
ately when there is a tire pressure loss due to a
flat tire.
Warning
If needed, the tools for changing wheels are
available as accessories from a dealer’s service
center or another qualified service center or re‐
pair shop.
On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example
snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip
away. There is a risk of injury. If possible,
change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-re‐
sistant surface.
Safety information
Warning
Warning
The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting the vehi‐
cle and for the jacking points on the vehicle
only. There is a risk of injury. Do not lift any
other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle jack.
The vehicle jack is only provided for short-term
lifting of the vehicle for wheel changes. Even if
all safety measures are observed, there is a risk
of the raised vehicle falling, if the vehicle jack
tips over. There is a risk of injury or danger to
life. When the vehicle is raised with the vehicle
jack, do not lie under the vehicle and do not
switch on the drive-ready state.
Warning
When the vehicle jack is not inserted into the
jacking point provided for this purpose, the ve‐
hicle may be damaged or the vehicle jack may
slip when it is being cranked up. There is a risk
of injury or risk of damage to property. When
cranking up the vehicle jack, ensure that it is in‐
serted in the jacking point next to the wheel
housing.
Warning
Supports such as wooden blocks under the ve‐
hicle jack reduce the capacity of the vehicle
jack to bear weight. They have the potential to
exert too much strain on the vehicle jack, caus‐
ing it to tip over and the vehicle to fall. There is
a risk of injury or danger to life. Do not place
supports under the vehicle jack.
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On a slight downhill gradient
Warning
A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack may fall
off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on it.
There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to
property. While the vehicle is raised, do not ex‐
ert lateral forces on the vehicle or pull abruptly
on the vehicle. Have a stuck wheel removed by
a dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
If you need to change a wheel on a slight down‐
hill grade, place chocks and other suitable ob‐
jects, for instance rocks, under the wheels of
both the front and rear axles against the rolling
direction.
Securing the vehicle against
rolling
General information
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addi‐
tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away
when changing a wheel.
Lug bolt lock
Principle
The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The
lug bolts can only be released with the adapter
which matches the coding.
On a level surface
Overview
The adapter of the lug bolt lock is in the onboard
vehicle tool kit or in a storage compartment close
to the onboard vehicle tool kit.
Place wheel chocks or other suitable objects in
front and behind the wheel that is diagonal to the
wheel to be changed.
▷ Lug lock bolt, arrow 1.
▷ Adapter, arrow 2.
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Unscrewing
1. Attach the adapter to the lug lock bolt.
Jacking points for the vehicle
jack
2. Unscrew the lug lock bolt.
3. Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug
bolt.
Screwing on
1. Attach the adapter to the lug lock bolt. If nec‐
essary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug
lock bolt.
2. Screw on the lug lock bolt. The tightening
torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are lo‐
cated at the indicated positions.
3. Remove the adapter and stow it after screw‐
ing on the lug bolt.
Jacking up the vehicle
Preparing the vehicle
▷ Park the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground
at a safe distance from traffic.
Warning
Hands and fingers can be jammed when using
the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Com‐
ply with the described hand position and do not
change this position while using the vehicle
jack.
▷ Turn on the hazard warning system.
▷ Set the parking brake.
▷ Engage a gear or move the selector lever to
position P.
▷ As soon as permitted by the traffic flow, have
all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle
and ensure that they remain outside the haz‐
ardous area in a safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.
▷ Depending on the vehicle equipment, get
wheel change tools and, if necessary, the
emergency wheel from the vehicle.
▷ If necessary, set up a warning triangle or port‐
able hazard warning light at an appropriate
distance.
▷ Secure the vehicle additionally against rolling.
▷ Loosen the lug bolts a half turn.
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5. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands
vertically and at a right angle beneath the
jacking point.
1. Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, arrow 1,
and grasp the vehicle jack crank or lever with
your other hand, arrow 2.
6. Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands
vertically and perpendicularly beneath the
jacking point after extending the vehicle jack.
2. Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular re‐
cess of the jacking point closest to the wheel
to be changed.
7. Crank the vehicle up, until the vehicle jack is
with the entire surface on the ground and the
relevant wheel is maximum 1.2 inches/3 cm
above ground.
3. Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle
jack crank or lever clockwise.
Mounting a wheel
Mount one emergency wheel only, as required.
1. Unscrew the lug bolts.
2. Remove the wheel.
3. Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on
and screw in at least two lug bolts in a cross‐
wise pattern until hand-tight.
4. Take your hand away from the vehicle jack as
soon as the vehicle jack is under load and
continue turning the vehicle jack crank or
lever with one hand.
When non-original light-alloy wheels of the
vehicle manufacturer are mounted, the ac‐
companying lug bolts may have to be used as
well.
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4. Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and
tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise pat‐
tern.
Safety information
Warning
5. Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclockwise
to retract the vehicle jack and lower the vehi‐
cle.
The emergency wheel has particular dimen‐
sions. When driving with an emergency wheel,
changed driving properties may occur, for in‐
stance reduced lane stability when braking, lon‐
ger braking distance, and changed self-steering
properties in the limit area. There is a risk of ac‐
cident. Drive moderately and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
6. Remove the vehicle jack and stow it securely.
After the wheel change
1. Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tighten‐
ing torque is 101 lbs ft/140 Nm.
2. Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area,
if necessary.
Overview
3. Check tire inflation pressure at the next op‐
portunity and correct as needed.
4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor again.
5. Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.
6. Have the damaged tire replaced at the near‐
est dealer's service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop.
The emergency wheel and the wheel change
tools are located in the cargo area under the
cargo floor panel.
Emergency wheel
Principle
In the event of a flat tire, the emergency wheel
can be used in place of the wheel with the defec‐
tive tire. The emergency wheel is only intended
for temporary use until the defective tire/wheel
has been replaced.
General information
Mount one emergency wheel only.
Also check the tire inflation pressure of the
emergency wheel in the cargo area regularly, and
correct it as needed.
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Removing the emergency wheel
1. Remove the cargo floor panel. To do this, pull
the cargo floor panel upward directly behind
the rear backrests.
2. Open the ratchet strap.
3. Remove the tool holder.
4. Remove the emergency wheel from the stor‐
age well. Do not remove any covers.
Inserting the emergency wheel
1. Place the emergency wheel in the storage
well.
2. Insert the tool holder.
3. Tie the ratchet strap. Make sure that it is cor‐
rectly and firmly seated.
4. Insert the cargo floor panel.
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not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
Overview
Engines with 4 or 6 cylinders
1
2
3
4
5
Filler neck for washer fluid
Mild Hybrid technology, lid
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal
Oil filler neck
6
Depending on motorization: coolant reservoir
for additional radiator
7
8
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal
Vehicle identification number
Coolant reservoir, engine
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8-cylinder engine
1
2
3
4
Filler neck for washer fluid
5
Oil filler neck
Jump-starting, positive battery terminal
Coolant reservoir, engine
6
7
Jump-starting, negative battery terminal
Vehicle identification number
Coolant reservoir, auxiliary cooling
Hood
Warning
The engine compartment accommodates mov‐
ing components. Certain components in the
engine compartment can also move with the
vehicle switched off, for instance the radiator
fan. There is a risk of injury. Do not reach into
the area of moving parts. Keep articles of cloth‐
ing and hair away from moving parts.
Safety information
Warning
Improperly executed work in the engine com‐
partment can damage vehicle components and
impair vehicle functions. There is a risk of an
accident and damage to property. Have work in
the engine compartment performed by a deal‐
er’s service center or another qualified service
center or repair shop.
Warning
There are protruding parts, for instance locking
hook, on the inside of the hood. There is a risk
of injury. If the hood is open, pay attention to
protruding parts and keep clear of these areas.
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Hood is unlocked.
Warning
An incorrectly locked hood can open while driv‐
ing and restrict visibility. There is a risk of acci‐
dent. Stop immediately and correctly close the
hood.
Warning
Body parts can be jammed when opening and
closing the hood. There is a risk of injury. Make
sure that the area of movement of hood is clear
during opening and closing.
2. After the lever is released, pull the lever again,
arrow 2.
Hood can be opened.
3. Be careful of protruding parts on the hood.
NOTICE
Closing the hood
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Make
sure that the wipers with the wiper blades
mounted are folded down onto the windshield
before opening the hood.
NOTICE
When the hood is closed, it must engage on
both sides. Pressing again can damage the
hood. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Open the hood
again and then close it energetically. Avoid
pressing again.
Energetically close the hood from approx.
20 in/50 cm.
The hood must engage on both sides.
Opening hood
1. Pull lever, arrow 1.
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Operating materials
Safety information
Vehicle features and
options
CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
harmful engine deposits or damage. Addition‐
ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and
stalling, especially under certain environmental
conditions such as high ambient temperature
and high altitude, may occur.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
If drivability problems are encountered, we rec‐
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline
brand and a higher octane grade — AKI num‐
ber — for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful en‐
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to pur‐
chase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Fuel recommendation
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for additional mainte‐
nance.
General information
Depending on the region, many filling stations
sell fuel that has been customized to winter or
summer conditions. Fuel that is available in win‐
ter, for instance helps make a cold start easier.
NOTICE
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐
tem and engine. Furthermore, the catalytic
converter is permanently damaged. There is a
risk of damage to property, among other poten‐
tial damage. Do not refuel or add the following
in the case of gasoline engines:
Gasoline
General information
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as con‐
taining metal must not be used.
▷ Leaded gasoline.
▷ Metallic additives, for instance manganese
or iron.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 25 %,
i. e. E10 or E25, may be used for refueling.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuel‐
ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Ethanol should meet the following quality stan‐
dards:
US: ASTM 4806–xx
CAN: CGSB-3.511–xx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
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Engine oil
NOTICE
Fuel that does not comply with the minimum
quality can compromise engine function or
cause engine damage. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. Do not fill with fuel that does not comply
with the minimum quality.
General information
The engine oil consumption is dependent on
your driving style and driving conditions.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level af‐
ter refueling by taking a detailed measurement.
The engine oil consumption can increase in the
following situations, for instance:
NOTICE
▷ Sporty driving style.
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and
the engine. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty, among other potential damage. Do not
use fuels with a higher ethanol content than
recommended. Do not refuel with fuels con‐
taining methanol, e.g. M5 to M100.
▷ Break-in of the engine.
▷ Idle operation of the engine.
▷ With use of engine oil types that are classified
as not suitable.
Different Check Control messages appear on the
Control Display depending on the engine oil
level.
Recommended gas quality
BMW recommends AKI 91.
M Performance model:
Safety information
BMW recommends AKI 93.
NOTICE
Refuel with this gasoline to achieve the rated
performance and consumption values.
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Im‐
mediately add engine oil.
Minimum fuel grade
BMW recommends AKI 89.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when
starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
NOTICE
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. Do not add too much engine oil. When too
much engine oil is added, have the engine oil
level corrected by a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
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Detailed measurement
Electronic oil measurement
General information
Principle
The engine oil level is checked when the vehicle
is stationary and displayed via a scale.
The electronic oil measurement has two measur‐
ing principles:
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
displayed.
▷ Monitoring.
▷ Detailed measurement.
When making frequent short-distance trips or
using a sporty driving style, for instance when
taking curves aggressively, regularly perform a
detailed measurement.
General information
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
Monitoring
Functional requirements
▷ Vehicle is parked in a horizontal position.
Principle
▷ Steptronic transmission: selector lever in se‐
lector lever position N or P and accelerator
pedal not depressed.
The engine oil level is monitored electronically
while driving and can be shown on the Control
Display.
▷ The drive-ready state is switched on by
pressing the Start/Stop button.
If the engine oil level is outside its permissible
operating range, a Check Control message is
displayed.
▷ Engine is running and is at operating temper‐
ature.
A red indicator light indicates that the en‐
gine oil pressure is too low.
Performing a detailed measurement
1. "CAR"
Functional requirements
2. "Vehicle status"
A current measured value is available after ap‐
prox. 30 minutes of normal driving.
3.
"Engine oil level"
4. "Engine oil measurement"
5. "Start measurement"
Displaying the engine oil level
1. "CAR"
The engine oil level is checked and displayed via
a scale.
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Engine oil level"
Adding engine oil
General information
The engine oil level is displayed.
System limits
Only add engine oil when the message is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster. The quantity to
be added is indicated in the message shown on
the Control Display.
When making frequent short-distance trips or
using a sporty driving style, it may not be possi‐
ble to calculate a measured value. In this case,
the measured value for the last, sufficiently long
trip is displayed.
Only add suitable types of engine oil.
Safely park the vehicle and switch off drive-ready
state before adding engine oil.
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Take care not to add too much engine oil.
2. Open the lid counterclockwise.
Safety information
Warning
Operating materials, for instance oils, greases,
coolants, fuels, can contain harmful ingredients.
There is a risk of injury or danger to life. Follow
the instructions on the containers. Avoid the
contact of articles of clothing, skin or eyes with
operating materials. Do not refill operating ma‐
terials into different bottles. Store operating
materials out of reach of children.
3. Add engine oil.
4. Close the lid.
Engine oil types to add
General information
The engine oil grade is critical for the life of the
engine.
NOTICE
An engine oil level that is too low causes en‐
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Im‐
mediately add engine oil.
Only add with the types of engine oil which are
listed.
NOTICE
Safety information
Too much engine oil can damage the engine or
the catalytic converter. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. Do not add too much engine oil. When too
much engine oil is added, have the engine oil
level corrected by a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
NOTICE
Oil additives can damage the engine. There is a
risk of damage to property, among other poten‐
tial damage. Do not use oil additives.
NOTICE
Overview
Incorrect engine oil can cause malfunctions in
the engine or damage it. There is a risk of dam‐
age to property, among other potential dam‐
age. When selecting an engine oil, make sure
that the engine oil has the correct oil specifica‐
tion.
The oil filler neck is located in the engine com‐
partment.
Additional information:
Adding engine oil
1. Opening the hood.
Suitable engine oil types
Add engine oils that meet the following oil rating
standards:
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The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you
Gasoline engine
have a dealer's service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop change the en‐
gine oil.
BMW Longlife-01 FE.
BMW Longlife-14 FE+.
BMW Longlife-17 FE+.
Alternative engine oil types
If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not
available, up to 1 US quart/liter of an engine oil
with the following oil rating can be added:
Oil specification
API SL.
API SM.
Coolant
API SN.
General information
Viscosity grades
Coolant consists of water and coolant additive.
When selecting an engine oil, make sure that the
engine oil has a suitable viscosity grade. The
suitable viscosity grade is indicated on a label in
the engine compartment.
Not all commercially available additives are suita‐
ble for the vehicle. Do not mix additives of differ‐
ent colors. Observe the water - additive mixture
ratio of 50:50. Information about suitable addi‐
tives is available from a dealer’s service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
Viscosity grades
SAE 0W-20.
Safety information
SAE 0W-30.
Warning
More information about suitable oil specifications
and viscosity grades of engine oils can be re‐
quested from a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
With the engine hot and the cooling system
open, coolant can escape and lead to scalding.
There is a risk of injury. Only open the cooling
system with the engine cooled down.
Engine oil change
Warning
NOTICE
Additives are harmful and incorrect additives
can damage the engine. There is a risk of injury
and risk of damage to property. Do not allow
additives to come into contact with skin, eyes
or articles of clothing. Use suitable additives
only.
Engine oil that is not changed in timely fashion
can cause increased engine wear and thus en‐
gine damage. There is a risk of damage to
property. It is recommended that you do not
exceed the service intervals indicated in the ve‐
hicle.
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Adding coolant
Coolant level
1. Let the engine cool down.
General information
2. Opening the hood.
Depending on the motorization, there are up to
two coolant reservoirs in the engine compart‐
ment. Check and add the coolant levels on a reg‐
ular basis.
3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, then open it.
The coolant level is indicated using minimum
and maximum markings in the filler neck of the
coolant reservoir.
4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
5. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to
the specified level; do not overfill.
Depending on the engine installation, the coolant
reservoir is located on the right side or the left
side of the engine compartment.
6. Close the lid.
7. Have the cause of the coolant loss eliminated
as soon as possible.
Additional information:
Disposal
Checking the coolant level in the
filler neck
1. Let the engine cool down.
Comply with the relevant environmental
protection regulations when disposing of
coolant and coolant additives.
2. Opening the hood.
Washer fluid
3. Turn the lid of the coolant reservoir slightly
counterclockwise to allow any excess pres‐
sure to dissipate, then open it.
General information
All windshield washer jets are supplied from one
tank.
4. Open the coolant reservoir lid.
5. The coolant level is correct if it lies between
the minimum and maximum marks in the filler
neck.
Use a mixture of tap water and windshield
washer concentrate. If desired, a windshield
washer concentrate containing antifreeze can be
used.
Recommended minimum fill quantity:
0.2 US gal/1 liter.
Safety information
Warning
Some types of antifreeze can contain harmful
substances and are flammable. There is a risk
of fire and an injury hazard. Follow the instruc‐
tions on the containers. Keep antifreeze away
from ignition sources. Do not refill operating
6. Close the lid.
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materials into different bottles. Store operating
materials out of reach of children.
Overview
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 ratio limits that apply. Follow the usage
instructions on the washer fluid container.
Use of BMW’s Windshield Washer Concentrate
or the equivalent is recommended.
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the en‐
gine compartment.
Warning
Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on con‐
tact with hot engine parts. There is a risk of in‐
jury or risk of damage to property. Only add
washer fluid when the engine is cooled down.
Next, fully close the lid of the washer fluid res‐
ervoir.
Malfunction
The use of undiluted windshield washer concen‐
trate or alcohol-based antifreeze can lead to in‐
correct readings at temperatures below
+5 ℉/-15 ℃.
NOTICE
Silicon-containing additives in the washer fluid
for the water-repelling effect on the windows
can lead to damage to the washing system.
There is a risk of damage to property, among
other potential damage. Do not add silicon-
containing additives to the washer fluid.
NOTICE
Mixing different windshield washer concen‐
trates or antifreeze can damage the washing
system. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Do not mix dif‐
ferent windshield washer concentrates or anti‐
freeze. Follow the information and mixture ra‐
tios provided on the containers.
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Maintenance
General information
Information on service notifications can be dis‐
played on the Control Display.
Vehicle features and
options
Additional information:
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
Service notifications, refer to page 165.
Service data in the vehicle key
Information on the service notifications is contin‐
uously stored in the vehicle key. The service
center can read this data out and suggest a
maintenance scope for the vehicle.
Therefore, hand the service advisor the vehicle
key with which the vehicle was driven most re‐
cently.
BMW maintenance system
Storage periods
Storage periods during which the vehicle battery
was disconnected are not taken into account.
The maintenance system provides service notifi‐
cations and thereby provides support in main‐
taining road safety and the operational reliability
of the vehicle.
If this occurs, have a dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop
update the time-dependent maintenance proce‐
dures, such as checking brake fluid and, if neces‐
sary, changing the engine oil and the microfilter/
activated-charcoal filter.
In some cases, scopes and intervals of the main‐
tenance system may vary according to the coun‐
try version. Replacement work, spare parts, fuels
and lubricants, and wear materials are calculated
separately. Further information is available from a
dealer's service center or another qualified serv‐
ice center or repair shop.
Maintenance Booklet for
US Models
Condition Based Service
CBS
Please consult your Maintenance Booklet for ad‐
ditional information on the performance of serv‐
ice and maintenance work.
Principle
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that maintenance and repair be performed by a
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop. Records of regular maintenance
and repair work should be retained.
Sensors and special algorithms take into account
the driving conditions of the vehicle. CBS uses
these to provide maintenance recommendations.
The system makes it possible to adapt the
amount of maintenance corresponding to your
user profile.
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Emissions
Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
▷ The warning light lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
General information
▷ The warning light flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances:
Devices connected to the OBD socket trigger
the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Re‐
move any devices connected at the OBD socket
before locking the vehicle.
This indicates that there is excessive misfiring
in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐
tem checked immediately; otherwise, serious
engine misfiring within a brief period can seri‐
ously damage emission control components,
in particular the catalytic converter.
Safety information
NOTICE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an intri‐
cate component intended to be used in con‐
junction with specialized equipment to check
the vehicle’s primary emissions system. Im‐
proper use of the socket for Onboard Diagno‐
sis, or contact with the socket for Onboard Di‐
agnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates
risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket
for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a dealer's
service center or another qualified service cen‐
ter or repair shop or other persons that have
the specialized training and equipment for pur‐
poses of properly utilizing the socket for On‐
board Diagnosis.
Position
Located on the driver's side is an OBD socket for
reading the vehicle data.
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Replacing components
switch on the wiper without a wiper blade in‐
stalled.
Vehicle features and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
NOTICE
Folded-away wipers can be jammed when the
hood is opened. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Make
sure that the wipers with the wiper blades
mounted are folded down onto the windshield
before opening the hood.
Replacing the wiper blades
1. To change the wiper blades, fold up the wiper
arms.
Vehicle tool kit
Fold-away position of the wipers, refer to
page 146.
2. Lift the wiper off of the windshield and hold.
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located in the left
storage compartment of the cargo area.
3. Press the button, arrow 1, and pull out the
wiper blade, arrow 2.
Wiper blades
Safety information
NOTICE
The window may sustain damage if the wiper
falls onto it without the wiper blade installed.
There is a risk of damage to property, among
other potential damage. Hold the wiper firmly
when changing the wiper blade. Do not fold or
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4. Insert the new wiper blade and press it on un‐
til it you hear it snap into the holder.
Headlight glass
The inside of the headlight glass can fog up in
cool or humid weather. When driving with the
lights switched on, the condensation evaporates
after a short time. The headlight glass does not
need to be changed.
5. Fold down the wipers.
Lights and bulbs
If despite driving with the headlights switched on,
increasing humidity forms, for instance water
droplets in the light, have the headlights
checked.
General information
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution
to driving safety.
All headlights and lights are made using LED or
laser technology.
Vehicle battery
Some items of equipment use light-emitting di‐
odes installed behind a cover as a light source.
These light-emitting diodes are related to con‐
ventional lasers and are officially designated as
Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
General information
The battery is maintenance-free.
More information about the battery can be re‐
quested from a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you let a dealer's service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop perform
the work in case of a malfunction.
Safety information
Safety information
DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or danger
to life. Do not touch any components that are
under voltage.
Warning
Focused laser light can irritate or permanently
damage the retina of the eye. There is a risk of
injury. The manufacturer of the vehicle recom‐
mends that the work on the lighting system in‐
cluding bulb replacement be performed by a
dealer’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Warning
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can
damage vehicle systems and impair vehicle
functions. There is a risk of an accident and
damage to property. Only vehicle batteries that
are compatible with your vehicle type should be
installed in your vehicle. Information on com‐
patible vehicle batteries is available at your
dealer’s service center.
Warning
Intensive brightness can irritate or damage the
retina of the eye. There is a risk of injury. Do not
look directly into the headlights or other light
sources. Do not remove the LED covers.
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Charging the battery
Register the battery to the
vehicle
Charge the battery only when the engine is off
and via the starting aid terminals in the engine
compartment.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you have a service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop register the ve‐
hicle battery to the vehicle after the battery has
been replaced. Once the battery has been regis‐
tered again, all comfort features will be available
without restriction and any Check Control mes‐
sages displayed which relate to comfort features
will disappear.
With Mild Hybrid technology: charge the battery
only when the hood is opened.
Additional information:
Power interruption
After a power interruption, some equipment
needs to be newly initialized or individual settings
updated, for example:
Charging the battery
General information
Make sure that the battery is always sufficiently
charged to guarantee that the battery remains
usable for its full service life.
▷ With Memory function: store the positions
again.
▷ Time: update.
▷ Date: update.
A discharged battery is indicated by a red
indicator light.
▷ Glass sunroof: initialize the system.
Mild Hybrid technology
Principle
Part of the Mild Hybrid technology is a battery
that works with a voltage of 48 volts. Mild Hybrid
technology can lower the fuel consumption.
Charge the battery when acceleration is insuffi‐
cient.
The following circumstances can have a negative
effect on the performance of the battery:
▷ Frequent short-distance drives.
▷ The vehicle is not used for more than a
month.
Mild Hybrid technology influences the following
functions.
Additional information:
Safety information
▷ Auto Start/Stop function, refer to page 135.
▷ Engine-Off Coasting, refer to page 318.
NOTICE
Battery chargers that charge the vehicle battery
via sockets or cigarette lighters in the vehicle
may overload or damage the 12 V electrical
system. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Only connect
battery chargers for the vehicle battery to the
starting aid terminals in the engine compart‐
ment.
Safety information
DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or danger
to life. Do not touch any components that are
under voltage.
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Overview
Fuses
General information
The fuses are located at different places in the
vehicle.
Safety information
Warning
The battery for the Mild-Hybrid technology is lo‐
cated under a cover in the engine compartment
on the front passenger side.
Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elec‐
trical lines and components. There is a risk of
fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do
not replace a nonworking fuse with a substitute
of another color or amperage rating.
Removing the cover
1. Turn lid up to the opened lock symbol
arrow 1.
In the car's interior
The fuses are located in the car's interior in the
front passenger floor area behind a cover.
2. Remove cover, arrow 2.
Information
A purple cable leads from the battery to the cen‐
ter of the vehicle.
Release mounting, arrow, and carefully bend the
trim panel down on the right side.
The fuse box is located on the front right.
Do not replace or work on the battery for the
Mild Hybrid technology.
In the cargo area
Disposing of old batteries
The fuses are located in the cargo area on the
right side behind a cover.
Have old batteries disposed of by a deal‐
er’s service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop or take
them to a collection point.
Maintain the filled battery in an upright position
for transport and storage. Secure the battery so
that it does not tip over during transport.
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Remove the cover on the right side trim.
The fuse box may be located behind the sound
insulation.
Information on the fuse layout, as well as the po‐
sitions of any other fuse boxes, is available on the
Additional fuse boxes
Additional fuse boxes are located in the vehicle.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealer's
service center or another qualified service center
or repair shop.
Replacing fuses
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you
have a dealer's service center or another quali‐
fied service center or repair shop replace the
fuses.
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Breakdown Assistance
Vehicle features and
options
Warning triangle
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
The warning triangle is located on the inside of
the tailgate.
Press on the release, arrow 1, and swivel the
cover down, arrow 2.
Hazard warning flashers
First-aid kit
General information
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents regu‐
larly and replace any expired items promptly.
The button is located in the center console.
Storage
The red light in the button flashes when the haz‐
ard warning flashers are activated.
Storage for the first-aid kit is provided in the net
on the left side of the cargo area.
BMW Roadside Assistance
Principle
Contact the BMW Group Roadside Assistance if
assistance is needed in the event of a break‐
down.
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You can launch Teleservice Help by requesting it
through BMW Roadside Assistance.
General information
In the event of a breakdown, data on the vehi‐
cle's condition is transmitted to the BMW Road‐
side Assistance.
1. Park the vehicle in a safe place.
2. Set the parking brake.
There are various ways of contacting BMW
Roadside Assistance.
3. Control Display is switched on.
4. Confirm Teleservice Help.
▷ Via a Check Control message.
Supplementary text messages, refer to
page 157.
BMW Accident Assistance
▷ Calling with a mobile phone.
▷ Via the BMW app.
Principle
BMW Group Accident Assistance can be con‐
tacted if assistance is needed in the event of an
accident.
Functional requirements
▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment
with intelligent emergency call or BMW Con‐
nectedDrive services.
General information
If the vehicle sensors detect a minor to moder‐
ately severe accident, which did not trigger any
airbags, a Check Control message appears on
the instrument cluster. In addition, a text mes‐
sage appears on the Control Display.
▷ Cellular network reception.
▷ Standby state is switched on.
Starting manually
If the vehicle is equipped with Teleservices, sup‐
port is offered through Teleservice Diagnosis.
When BMW Accident Assistance is activated,
data on the vehicle's condition is sent to BMW.
1. "APPS"
Functional requirements
2. "Installed apps"
▷ Active ConnectedDrive contract, equipment
with intelligent emergency call or BMW Con‐
nectedDrive services.
3. "BMW Assist"
4. If necessary, "BMW Roadside Assistance"
A voice connection is established.
▷ Cellular network reception.
▷ Standby state is switched on.
Teleservice Diagnosis
Teleservice Diagnosis enables the wireless
transmission of detailed vehicle data that is im‐
portant for vehicle diagnosis. This data is trans‐
mitted automatically. It may be necessary to ap‐
prove this on the Control Display.
Starting BMW Accident
Assistance
If an accident is detected
automatically
Teleservice Help
A text message relating to BMW Accident Assis‐
tance appears on the Control Display.
Depending on the country, Teleservice Help en‐
ables an in-depth diagnosis of the vehicle by
BMW Roadside Assistance via wireless trans‐
mission.
The connection can be established directly:
"Contact accident assistance"
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The Check Control message for BMW Accident
Assistance can also be called up from the stored
Check Control messages for a certain length of
time.
Overview
Additional information:
Check Control, refer to page 156.
Starting manually
BMW Accident Assistance can also be con‐
tacted independently of the automatic accident
detection function.
SOS button.
1. "APPS"
2. "Installed apps"
3. "BMW Assist"
Functional requirements
▷ Standby state is switched on.
▷ The Assist system is functional.
4. "BMW Accident Assistance"
Follow the displays on the Control Display. A
voice connection is established.
▷ If the vehicle is equipped with intelligent
emergency call: the integrated SIM card in
the vehicle has been activated.
Emergency Call
Automatic triggering
Under certain conditions, for instance if the air‐
bags trigger, an emergency call is automatically
initiated immediately after an accident of corre‐
sponding severity. Automatic Collision Notifica‐
tion is not affected by pressing the SOS button.
Intelligent emergency call
Principle
In case of an emergency, an emergency call can
be triggered automatically by the system or man‐
ually.
Manual triggering
1. Tap the cover.
General information
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
2. Press and hold the SOS button until the LED
in the area of the button illuminates green.
The Intelligent Assist system establishes a con‐
nection with the BMW Response Center.
▷ The LED is illuminated green when an emer‐
gency call has been initiated.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Call can‐
not be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions.
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control
Display, the emergency call can be aborted.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until
the voice connection has been established.
▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to
the BMW Response Center has been estab‐
lished.
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The BMW Response Center then makes
contact with the occupants of the vehicle and
initiates further steps to help.
Safety information
DANGER
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW
Response Center can take further steps to
help you under certain circumstances.
Contact with live components can lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injury or danger
to life. Do not touch any components that are
under voltage.
For this purpose, data that serves to deter‐
mine the necessary rescue measures, for in‐
stance the current position of the vehicle
when it can be determined, is transmitted to
the BMW Response Center.
Warning
If the jumper cables are connected in the incor‐
rect order, sparking may occur. There is a risk
of injury. Pay attention to the correct order dur‐
ing connection.
Even if the BMW Response Center is no lon‐
ger heard through the loudspeakers, the
BMW Response Center may still be able to
hear the occupants of the vehicle.
The BMW Response Center ends the emer‐
gency call.
NOTICE
Malfunction
The function of the Emergency Request may be
impaired.
In the case of body contact between the two
vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump-
starting. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Make sure that
no body contact occurs.
The LED in the area of the SOS button lights up
for approximately 30 seconds. A Check Control
message is displayed.
Have it checked by a dealer's service center or
another qualified service center or repair shop.
Preparation
1. Check whether the battery of the other vehi‐
cle has a voltage of 12 volts. The voltage in‐
formation can be found on the battery.
Jump-starting
2. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.
3. Switch off any electrical components in both
vehicles.
General information
If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with
fully insulated clamp handles.
Starting aid terminals
The starting aid terminal in the engine compart‐
ment acts as the positive battery terminal.
A special connection on the body in the engine
compartment acts as the negative battery termi‐
nal.
Additional information:
Overview of engine compartment, refer to
Open the cover of the positive battery terminal.
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Connecting the cables
Before you begin, switch off all unnecessary
electronic systems/components, such as the
radio, on the assisting and receiving vehicles.
Tow-starting and towing
Safety information
Warning
1. Open the cover of the starting aid terminal.
2. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive battery terminal,
or to the corresponding starting aid terminal
of the vehicle providing assistance.
Due to system limits, individual functions can
malfunction during tow-starting/towing with the
Intelligent Safety systems activated. There is a
risk of accident. Switch all Intelligent Safety
systems off prior to tow-starting/towing.
3. Attach the terminal clamp on the other end of
the cable to the positive battery terminal, or
to the corresponding starting aid terminal of
the vehicle to be started.
Steptronic transmission:
transporting the vehicle
4. Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative battery terminal,
or to the corresponding engine or body
ground of assisting vehicle.
General information
The vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
5. Attach the second terminal clamp to the neg‐
ative battery terminal, or to the corresponding
engine or body ground of the vehicle to be
started.
Safety information
NOTICE
The vehicle can be damaged when towing the
vehicle with a single lifted axle. There is a risk of
damage to property, among other potential
damage. The vehicle should only be trans‐
ported on a loading platform.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and
let it run for several minutes at an increased
idle speed.
2. Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
started in the usual way.
NOTICE
If the first starting attempt is not successful,
wait a few minutes before making another at‐
tempt in order to allow the discharged battery
to recharge.
The vehicle can become damaged when lifting
and securing it.
There is a risk of damage to property, among
other potential damage.
3. Let both engines run for several minutes.
▷ Lift the vehicle using suitable means.
4. Disconnect the jumper cables in the reverse
order.
▷ Do not lift or secure the vehicle by its tow
fitting, body parts, or suspension parts.
Check the battery and recharge, if needed.
Pushing the vehicle
To remove a broken-down vehicle from the haz‐
ardous area, it can be pushed for a short dis‐
tance.
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NOTICE
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 149.
If the tow bar or tow rope is attached incor‐
rectly, damage to other vehicle parts can occur.
There is a risk of damage to property, among
other potential damage. Correctly attach the
tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting.
Tow truck
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the
tow bar at an inclination, please follow the follow‐
ing:
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
▷ Free movement is limited going around cor‐
ners.
Towing other vehicles
General information
▷ The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is
secured with an inclination.
Switch on the hazard warning system, depend‐
ing on local regulations.
Tow rope
Observe the following notes when using the tow
rope:
If the electrical system has failed, clearly identify
the vehicle being towed by placing a sign or a
warning triangle in the rear window.
▷ Use nylon ropes or straps, which will enable
the vehicle to be towed without jerking.
▷ Make sure the tow rope is not twisted when
fastening.
Safety information
▷ Check the attachment of the tow fitting and
tow rope in regular intervals.
Warning
If the approved gross vehicle weight of the tow‐
ing vehicle is lighter than the vehicle to be
towed, the tow fitting can tear off or it will not
be possible to control handling. There is a risk
of accident. Make sure that the gross vehicle
weight of the towing vehicle is heavier than the
vehicle to be towed.
▷ Do not exceed a towing speed of
30 mph/50 km/h.
▷ Do not exceed a towing distance of
3 miles/5 km.
▷ When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
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Safety information
Tow fitting
General information
NOTICE
If the tow fitting is not used as intended, there
may be damage to the vehicle or to the tow fit‐
ting. There is a risk of damage to property,
among other potential damage. Follow the
notes on using the tow fitting.
Screw thread for tow fitting
The screw-in tow fitting should always be carried
in the vehicle.
The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front or
rear of the vehicle.
The tow fitting is found in the onboard vehicle
tool kit.
Observe the following notes when using the tow
fitting:
Press on the mark on the edge of the cover to
push it out.
▷ Use only the tow fitting provided with the ve‐
hicle.
▷ Turn the tow fitting at least 5 turns clockwise
and screw it in as far as it will go. If necessary,
tighten with a suitable object.
Tow-starting
Do not tow-start the vehicle.
▷ After use, unscrew the tow fitting counter-
clockwise.
Start the engine by jump-starting, if possible.
Have the reasons for the starting difficulties cor‐
rected by a dealer’s service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
▷ Use the tow fitting for towing on paved roads
only.
▷ Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, for in‐
stance do not lift the vehicle by the tow fit‐
ting.
Additional information:
▷ Check the attachment of the tow fitting in
regular intervals.
Additional information:
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Distances and temperature
▷ Maximum temperature: 140 ℉/60 ℃.
Vehicle features and
options
▷ Minimum distance from sensors, cameras,
seals: 12 inches/30 cm.
This chapter describes all standard, country-spe‐
cific and optional features offered with the series.
It also describes features and functions that are
not necessarily available in your vehicle, e.g., due
to the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems. When using these functions and systems,
the applicable laws and regulations must be ob‐
served.
▷ Minimum distance from glass sunroof:
31.5 in/80 cm.
Automatic washing systems or
car washes
Safety information
NOTICE
Washing the vehicle
Improper use of automatic washing systems or
car washes can cause damage to the vehicle.
There is a risk of damage to property, among
other potential damage. Follow the following in‐
structions:
General information
Regularly remove foreign objects such as leaves
in the area below the windshield when the hood
is raised.
▷ Give preference to cloth car washes or
those that use soft brushes in order to
avoid paint damage.
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐
ter. Intense contamination and road salt can
damage the vehicle.
▷ Do not drive through a car wash with
guide rails higher than 4 in/10 cm to avoid
damage to the body.
Steam cleaner and high pressure
cleaner
▷ Observe the tire width of the guide rail to
avoid damage to tires and rims.
▷ Fold in exterior mirrors to avoid damage to
the exterior mirrors.
Safety information
▷ Deactivate the wiper and, if necessary, rain
sensor to avoid damage to the window
wiper system.
NOTICE
When cleaning with high pressure cleaners,
components can be damaged due to the pres‐
sure or temperatures being too high. There is a
risk of damage to property, among other poten‐
tial damage. Maintain sufficient distance and do
not spray too long continuously. Follow the op‐
erating instructions for the high pressure clean‐
ers.
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be reduced. The heat generated during braking
dries brake discs and brake pads and protects
them against corrosion.
Driving into a car wash with a
Steptronic transmission
Safety information
Completely remove all residues on the windows,
to minimize loss of visibility due to smearing and
to reduce wiper noises and wiper blade wear.
NOTICE
Selector lever position P is automatically en‐
gaged when standby state is switched off.
There is a risk of damage to property, among
other potential damage. Do not switch standby
state off in car washes.
Vehicle care
Vehicle care products
General information
General information
BMW recommends using vehicle care and
cleaning products from BMW. Suitable vehicle
care products are available from a dealer’s serv‐
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
In a car wash, the vehicle must be able to roll
freely.
Some car washes do not permit persons in the
vehicle. The vehicle cannot be locked from the
outside when in selector lever position N. A sig‐
nal sounds when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
Safety information
Additional information:
Warning
Rolling or pushing the vehicle, refer to page 149.
Cleansers can contain substances that are dan‐
gerous and harmful to your health. There is a
risk of injury. When cleaning the interior, open
the doors or windows. Only use products in‐
tended for cleaning vehicles. Follow the in‐
structions on the container.
Driving out of a car wash
Ensure that the vehicle key is in the car.
Turn on drive readiness.
Additional information:
Drive-ready state, refer to page 40.
Vehicle paintwork
General information
Regular vehicle care contributes to driving safety
and value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can affect
the vehicle paintwork. Tailor the frequency and
extent of your vehicle care to these influences.
Headlights
Do not rub wet headlights dry and do not use
abrasive or acidic cleaning agents.
Soak areas that have been dirtied, for instance
from insects, with auto shampoo and wash off
with water.
Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an ice
scraper.
Corrosive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being altered
or discolored.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking effect can
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Matte paintwork
Only use cleaning and care products suitable for
vehicles with matte paintwork.
Caring for special components
Light-alloy wheels
When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral rim
cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. Do not
use abrasive cleaning agents or steam cleaners
above 140 ℉/60 ℃. Follow the manufacturer's
instructions.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather regularly, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe
in pores and folds, and lead to heavy wear and
premature degradation of the leather surface.
Aggressive, acidic or alkaline cleaning agents can
destroy the protective coating of adjacent com‐
ponents, such as the brake disc.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, clean leather and provide leather care
roughly every two months.
After cleaning, apply the brakes shortly to dry
them. The heat generated during braking dries
brake discs and brake pads and protects them
against corrosion.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐
cause contamination on such surfaces is sub‐
stantially more visible.
Chrome surfaces
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
coating of the leather surface.
Carefully clean Chrome surfaces, especially in
case of exposure to road salt, with plenty of wa‐
ter and added auto shampoo as needed.
Upholstery material care
General information
Vacuum the upholstery regularly with a vacuum
cleaner.
Rubber components
Environmental influences can cause surface con‐
tamination of rubber parts and a loss of gloss.
Use only water and suitable cleaning agents for
cleaning.
If upholstery is very contaminated, for instance
with beverage stains, use a soft sponge or micro‐
fiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner.
Treat especially worn rubber parts with rubber
care products at regular intervals. When cleaning
rubber seals, do not use any silicon-containing
vehicle care products in order to avoid damage
or noises.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐
terial vigorously.
Fine wood parts
Safety information
Clean fine wood facing and fine wood compo‐
nents only with a moist rag. Then dry with a soft
cloth.
NOTICE
Open hook and loop fasteners on articles of
clothing can damage the seat covers and other
cloth upholstery in the vehicle. There is a risk of
damage to property, among other potential
damage. Ensure that any Velcro® fasteners are
closed.
Kenaf
Only treat parts made of Kenaf fibers using suita‐
ble care products.
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Make sure that there is sufficient clearance for
the pedals. Ensure that the floor mats are se‐
curely fastened again after they were removed,
for instance for cleaning.
Plastic components
NOTICE
Cleaning agents that contain alcohol or sol‐
vents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty
grease removers, fuel and such, can damage
plastic parts. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty, among other potential damage. Clean with
a microfiber cloth. Dampen the cloth lightly with
water, if needed.
The floor mats can be removed from the car's in‐
terior for cleaning.
If the floor carpets are very contaminated, clean
with a microfiber cloth and water or a textile
cleaner. To prevent matting of the carpet, rub
back and forth in the driving direction only.
Clean with a microfiber cloth.
Sensors and camera lenses
Dampen the cloth lightly with water, if needed.
Do not soak the headliner.
To clean sensors and camera lenses, use a cloth
moistened with a small amount of glass deter‐
gent.
Safety belts
Displays, screens, and protective
glass of the Head-up Display
Warning
Chemical cleansers can destroy the safety belt
webbing. Missing protective effect of the safety
belts. There is a risk of injury or danger to life.
Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning the
safety belts.
NOTICE
Chemical cleaning agents, moisture or fluids of
any kind can damage the surface of displays
and screens. There is a risk of damage to prop‐
erty, among other potential damage. Clean with
a clean, antistatic microfiber cloth.
Dirty belt straps impede the reeling action and
thus have a negative impact on safety.
Use only a mild soapy solution for cleaning the
installed belt straps.
NOTICE
Safety belts should only be allowed to retract if
they are dry.
The surface of displays can be damaged with
improper cleaning. There is a risk of damage to
property, among other potential damage. Avoid
pressure that is too high and do not use any
scratching materials.
Carpets and floor mats
Warning
Use a dry, clean antistatic microfiber cloth.
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the
pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of accident. Stow objects in the
vehicle such that they are secured and cannot
enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor mats
that are suitable for the vehicle and can be
safely attached to the floor. Do not use loose
floor mats and do not layer several floor mats.
Clean the protective glass of the Head-up Dis‐
play using a microfiber cloth and commercially
available dish-washing soap.
Taking the vehicle out of service
When the vehicle is shut down for longer than
three months, special measures must be taken.
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