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Opening and closing
Opening and closing
Overview
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
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Unlocking
Locking
Remote control/key
Opening the trunk lid
Panic mode
General information
The vehicle is supplied with two remote con‐
trols with integrated key.
Integrated key
Every remote control holds a replaceable bat‐
tery.
You may set the key functions depending on
the optional features and country-specific ver‐
The vehicle stores personal settings for every
remote control. Personal Profile, refer to
The remote controls hold information on re‐
quired maintenance. Service data in the re‐
mote control, refer to page 188
Press button, arrow 1, and remove the key, ar‐
row 2.
The integrated key fits the following locks:
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Driver's door.
Glove compartment on the front passenger
side.
The front passenger glove compartment con‐
tains a switch for separately securing the trunk
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Interference of radio transmission by
charger while charging items such as mo‐
bile devices in the vehicle.
Replacing the battery
A Check Control message is displayed if an at‐
tempt is made to switch on the ignition or start
the engine.
Starting the engine with emergency
detection of the remote control
1. Remove integrated key from remote con‐
trol.
2. Push in the catch with the key, arrow 1.
3. Remove the cover of the battery compart‐
ment, arrow 2.
4. Insert a battery of the same type with the
positive side facing up.
5. Press the cover closed.
M double-clutch transmission: if a correspond‐
ing Check Control message appears, hold the
remote control, as shown, against the marked
area on the steering column and press the
Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while
pressing the brake.
Take the used battery to a recycling
center or to your service center.
New remote controls
New remote controls are available from the
service center.
Manual transmission: if a corresponding Check
Control message appears, hold the remote
control, as shown, against the marked area on
the steering column and press the Start/Stop
button within 10 seconds while pressing the
clutch pedal.
Loss of the remote controls
Lost remote controls can be disabled by your
service center.
If the remote control is not recognized: slightly
change the height position of the remote con‐
trol and repeat the procedure.
Emergency detection of remote
control
It is possible to switch on the ignition or start
the engine in situations such as the following:
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Interference of radio transmission to re‐
mote control by external sources e.g., by
radio masts.
Personal Profile
The concept
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Empty battery in remote control.
Personal Profile provides three profiles, using
which personal vehicle settings can be stored.
Every remote control has one of these profiles
assigned.
Interference from radio transmissions
through mobile devices in close proximity
to remote control.
If the vehicle is unlocked using a remote con‐
trol, the assigned personal profile will be acti‐
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vated. All settings stored in the profile are au‐
tomatically applied.
Profile management
Opening profiles
Regardless of the remote control in use a dif‐
ferent profile may be activated.
If several drivers use their own remote control,
the vehicle will adjust the personal settings
during unlocking. These settings are also re‐
stored, if the vehicle has been used in the
meantime by a person with a different remote
control.
1. "Settings"
2. "Profiles"
3. Select a profile.
Changes to the settings are automatically
saved in the personal profile.
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All settings stored in the called-up profile
are automatically applied.
Three personal profiles and a guest profile can
be created.
The called-up profile is assigned to the re‐
mote control being used at the time.
Adjusting
If the profile is already assigned to a differ‐
ent remote control, this profile will apply to
both remote controls. It cannot be differen‐
tiated anymore between the settings for
the two remote controls.
The settings for the following systems and
functions are saved in the active profile. The
scope of storable settings is country- and
equipment-dependable.
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Unlocking and locking.
Lights.
Renaming profiles
A personal name can be assigned to every pro‐
file to avoid confusion between the profiles.
Climate control.
Radio.
1. "Settings"
Instrument cluster.
Programmable memory buttons.
Volumes, tone.
2. "Profiles"
3. "Options"
4. "Rename current profile"
Control Display.
Navigation.
Resetting profiles
The settings of the active profile are reset to
their default values.
Park Distance Control PDC.
Rearview camera
Side View.
1. "Settings"
Head-up Display.
M Drive: configurations.
2. "Profiles"
3. "Options"
Driver's seat position, exterior mirror posi‐
tion, steering wheel position.
4. "Reset current profile"
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Cruise control.
Exporting profiles
Most settings of the active profile can be ex‐
ported.
Intelligent Safety.
Active Blind Spot Detection.
This can be helpful for securing and retrieving
personal settings, before delivering the vehicle
to a workshop, e.g. Profiles can be taken to an‐
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other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐
file function.
Display profile list during start
The profile list can be displayed during each
start to select the desired profile.
The following export options are available:
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Via BMW Online.
1. "Settings"
Via the USB port to a USB device.
2. "Profiles"
Popular file systems for USB devices are
supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐
ommended formats for profile export.
Other formats may not support the export.
3. "Options"
4. "Display user list at startup"
1. "Settings"
Using the remote control
2. "Profiles"
Note
3. "Export profile"
4. BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Take the remote control with you
People or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in‐
side. Always take the remote control with you
when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle
can then be opened from the outside.◀
Importing profiles
Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be
imported via BMW Online.
Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐
ported via the USB interface.
Unlocking
Press button on the remote control.
Existing settings are overwritten with the im‐
ported profile.
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All doors, the tailgate, and the fuel filler flap
are being unlocked.
1. "Settings"
2. "Profiles"
Interior lamps and courtesy lamps are acti‐
vated. This function is not available, if the
interior lamps were switched off manually.
3. "Import profile"
4. BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
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The welcome lamps are switched on, if this
function was activated.
Using the guest profile
Exterior mirrors folded through convenient
closing are folded open.
The guest profile is for individual settings that
are saved in none of the three personal pro‐
files.
You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked.
This can be useful for drivers who are using
the vehicle temporarily and do not have their
own profile.
armed.
Convenient opening
1. "Settings"
2. "Profiles"
3. "Guest"
Press and hold this button on the re‐
mote control after unlocking.
The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not
assigned to the current remote control.
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The windows and the glass sunroof are
opened, as long as the button on the remote
control is pressed.
The trunk lid opens, regardless of whether the
vehicle was previously locked or unlocked.
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and
up. Ensure that adequate clearance is available
before opening.
Locking
Locking from the outside
Depending on the features and the country
version, it is also possible to have door un‐
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside
with people inside the car, as the vehicle can‐
not be unlocked from inside without special
knowledge.◀
If the doors were not unlocked, the trunk lid is
locked again as soon as it closes.
The driver's door must be closed.
Press button on the remote control.
Do not place the remote control in the
cargo area
Take the remote control with you and do not
leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐
mote control is locked inside the vehicle when
the trunk lid is closed.◀
All doors, the tailgate, and the fuel filler flap are
being locked.
Malfunction
Switching on interior lights and
courtesy lights
Remote control detection by the vehicle can
among others be malfunctioning under the fol‐
lowing circumstances:
Press button on the remote control with
the vehicle locked.
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The battery of the remote control is dis‐
charged. Replace the battery, refer to
This function is not available, if the interior
lamps were switched off manually.
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Interference of the radio connection from
transmission towers or other equipment
with high transmit power.
If the button is pressed again within 10 sec‐
onds after vehicle was locked, the interior mo‐
tion sensor and tilt alarm sensor of the anti-
turned off. After locking, wait 10 seconds be‐
fore pressing the button again.
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Shielding of the remote control due to
metal objects.
Interference of the radio connection from
mobile phones or other electronic devices
in direct proximity.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
Do not transport the remote control together
with metal objects or electronic devices.
Press button on the remote control for
at least 3 seconds.
In the case of interference, the vehicle can also
be unlocked and locked from the outside with‐
To reel off the alarm: press any button.
For US owners only
Opening the trunk lid
The transmitter and receiver units comply with
part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication
Press button on the remote control for
approx. 1 second.
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Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐
erned by the following:
FCC ID:
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LX8766S.
LX8766E.
LX8CAS.
LX8CAS2.
MYTCAS4.
Unlock or lock the driver's door via the door
The other doors must be unlocked or locked
from the inside.
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
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This device may not cause harmful inter‐
ference, and
Alarm system
The alarm system is not armed if the vehicle is
locked with the integrated key.
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this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The alarm system is triggered when the door is
opened, if the vehicle was unlocked via the
door lock.
Any unauthorized modifications or changes to
these devices could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
In order to terminate this alarm, unlock vehicle
with the remote control or switch on the igni‐
tion, if needed, through emergency detection
Without remote control
From the inside
From the outside
Locking from the outside
Unlocking and locking
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside
with people inside the car, as the vehicle can‐
not be unlocked from inside without special
knowledge.◀
Remove the key before pulling the door
handle
Before pulling the outside door handle, remove
the key to avoid damaging the paintwork and
the key.◀
Pressing the central locking system button
locks or unlocks the vehicle with the front
doors closed.
The vehicle is not secured against theft when
locking.
The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
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In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked. The hazard warning
system and interior lights come on.
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Press button on the remote con‐
trol for approx. 1 second.
As the case may be, the doors are also un‐
locked. Unlocking with the remote control,
Unlocking and opening
The trunk lid opens.
Opening from the inside
With the vehicle is stationary, press
the button in the driver's footwell.
The trunk lid opens.
Closing
Hints
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Press the central locking system button to
unlock the doors together, and then pull
the door handle above the armrest.
Keep the closing path clear
On the door to be opened, pull the door
handle twice: the first time unlocks the
door, the second time opens it. The other
doors remain locked.
Make sure that the closing path of the
trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may re‐
sult.◀
Do not place the remote control in the
cargo area
Trunk lid
Take the remote control with you and do not
leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐
mote control is locked inside the vehicle when
the trunk lid is closed.◀
Opening
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and
up.
Closing
Ensure that adequate clearance is available
before opening.
Opening from the outside
Recessed grips in the interior trim of the trunk
lid make it easier to pull down the lid.
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Press button on the trunk lid.
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Comfort Access supports the following func‐
tions:
Locking separately
The trunk lid can be locked separately with the
switch in the glove compartment. If the glove
compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be
opened.
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Unlocking/locking of the vehicle.
Convenient closing.
Open the trunk lid individually.
Open trunk lid with no-touch activation.
Start the engine.
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Trunk lid secured, arrow 1.
Trunk lid not secured, ar‐
row 2.
Functional requirements
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There are no external sources of interfer‐
ence nearby.
Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. This
secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from
the central locking system.
To lock the vehicle, the remote control
must be located outside of the vehicle.
This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked
using valet service. The infrared remote con‐
trol can be handed out without the key.
The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.
The engine can only be started if the re‐
mote control is in the vehicle.
Emergency unlocking
Unlocking
Pull the handle inside the cargo area.
The trunk lid unlocks.
Grasp the door handle on the driver's or front
passenger door completely, arrow.
This corresponds with pressing the button on
the remote control.
Comfort Access
The concept
The vehicle can be accessed without activat‐
ing the remote control.
All you need to do is to have the remote con‐
trol with you, such as in your pants pocket.
The vehicle automatically detects the remote
control when it is in close proximity or in the
car's interior.
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In addition to locking, the windows and the
glass sunroof close and the exterior mirrors
fold in.
Locking
Separately unlocking the trunk lid
Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid.
This corresponds to pressing
mote control button.
the re‐
The situation of the doors does not change.
Do not place the remote control in the
cargo area
Touch the surface on the door handle of the
driver's or front passenger door, arrow, with
your finger for approx. 1 second without grasp‐
ing the door handle.
Take the remote control with you and do not
leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐
mote control is locked inside the vehicle when
the trunk lid is closed.◀
This corresponds with pressing the button on
the remote control.
To save battery power, ensure that the ignition
and all electronic systems and/or power con‐
sumers are turned off before locking the vehi‐
cle.
Opening trunk lid with no-touch
activation
The trunk lid can be opened with no-touch ac‐
tivation using the remote control you are carry‐
ing. Two sensors detect a forward-directed
foot motion in the center of the area at the rear
of the car and the trunk lid opens.
Convenient closing
Monitor closing
Monitor closing to ensure that no one
becomes trapped.◀
Foot movement to be carried out
Do not touch vehicle
With the foot motion, make sure there is
steady stance and do not touch the vehicle;
otherwise, there is a danger of injury, e. g. from
hot exhaust system parts.◀
1. Place in the center behind the vehicle,
about an arm's length from the vehicle rear.
2. Move a foot in the direction of travel as far
under the vehicle as possible and immedi‐
ately pull it back. With this movement, the
Touch the surface on the door handle of the
driver's or front passenger door, arrow, with
your finger and hold it there without grasping
the door handle.
This corresponds to pressing and holding
the remote control button.
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leg must pass through the ranges of both
sensors.
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Shielding of the remote control due to
metal objects.
Interference of the radio connection from
mobile phones or other electronic devices
in direct proximity.
Do not transport the remote control together
with metal objects or electronic devices.
In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock
the vehicle using the buttons of the remote
control or using the integrated key, refer to
Opening
Perform the foot movement described earlier.
Adjusting
Before the opening, the hazard warning sys‐
tem flashes.
Unlocking
The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐
The trunk lid opens, regardless of whether it
was previously locked or unlocked.
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and
up. Ensure that adequate clearance is available
before opening.
Doors
1. "Settings"
2. "Doors/key"
Preventing inadvertent opening
3.
Select the symbol.
In situations where the trunk lid is not to
be opened with no-touch activation, ensure
that the remote control is located beyond the
range of the sensor, at least 5 ft/1.50 m from
the rear of the car.
4. Select the desired function:
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"Driver's door only"
Only the driver's door and the fuel filler
flap are unlocked. Pressing again un‐
locks the entire vehicle.
Otherwise, the trunk lid may be opened inad‐
vertently, for example by an unintentional or
misinterpreted movement of the foot.◀
"All doors"
The entire vehicle is unlocked.
Malfunction
Trunk lid
Remote control detection by the vehicle can
among others be malfunctioning under the fol‐
lowing circumstances:
Depending on optional features and country
version, this setting is not offered in some
cases.
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The battery of the remote control is dis‐
charged. Replace the battery, refer to
1. "Settings"
2. "Doors/key"
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Interference of the radio connection from
transmission towers or other equipment
with high transmit power.
3.
Select the symbol.
4. Select the desired function:
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"Tailgate"
The trunk lid is opened.
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"Tailgate + door(s)"
objects damaged when the seat is moved
back.◀
The trunk lid is opened and the doors
are unlocked.
The adjustment procedure is interrupted:
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When a seat position switch is pressed.
Confirmation signals from the vehicle
The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐
When a button of the seat and mirror mem‐
ory is pressed.
1. "Settings"
Activating the setting
1. "Settings"
2. "Doors/key"
3. Deactivate or activate the desired confir‐
mation signals.
2. "Doors/key"
3. "Last seat position autom."
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"Acoustic sig. lock/unlock"
"Flash when lock/unlock"
Alarm system
Automatic locking
The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐
The concept
When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm
system responds to:
1. "Settings"
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Opening a door, the hood or the trunk lid.
Movements in the interior.
2. "Doors/key"
3. Select the desired function:
Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. g., during at‐
tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing
the car.
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"Lock if no door is opened"
The vehicle locks automatically after a
short period of time if no door is
opened.
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Disconnected battery voltage.
The alarm system briefly signals tampering:
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"Lock after start driving"
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By sounding an acoustic alarm.
The vehicle locks automatically after
you drive off.
By switching on the hazard warning sys‐
tem.
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By flashing the daytime running lights.
Retrieving the seat and mirror settings
The driver's seat and exterior mirror positions
used last are stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
Arming and disarming the alarm
system
When you unlock or lock the vehicle, either
with the remote control or via the Comfort Ac‐
cess, the alarm system is disarmed or armed at
the same time.
When the vehicle is unlocked, these positions
are automatically retrieved if this function was
activated.
Pinch hazard when moving back the seat
Door lock and armed alarm system
If this function is used, first make sure
that the footwell behind the driver's seat is
empty. Otherwise, people might get injured or
The alarm system is triggered when the door is
opened, when the vehicle is unlocked via the
door lock.
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The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking
until the engine ignition is switched on, but
no longer than approx. 5 minutes:
Trunk lid and armed alarm system
The trunk lid can be opened even when the
alarm system is armed.
An alarm has been triggered.
After the trunk lid is closed, it is locked and
monitored again when the doors are locked.
The hazard warning system flashes once.
Tilt alarm sensor
The tilt of the vehicle is monitored.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
The alarm system responds in situations such
as attempts to steal a wheel or when the car is
towed.
Press button on the remote control for
at least 3 seconds.
Interior motion sensor
The windows and glass sunroof must be
closed for the system to function properly.
To switch off the alarm: press any button.
Indicator lamp on the interior rearview
mirror
Avoiding unintentional alarms
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐
sor can be switched off together, such as in
the following situations:
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In automatic car washes.
In duplex garages.
During transport on trains carrying vehi‐
cles, at sea or on a trailer.
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With animals in the vehicle.
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The indicator lamp flashes briefly every
2 seconds:
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
The system is armed.
Press the remote control button again
within 10 seconds as soon as the vehicle
is locked.
The indicator lamp flashes after locking:
The doors, hood or trunk lid is not closed
properly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐
cured.
The indicator lamp lights up for approx. 2 sec‐
onds and then continues to flash.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐
sor are turned off, until the vehicle is locked
again.
After 10 seconds, the indicator lamp
flashes continuously. Interior motion sen‐
sor and tilt alarm sensor are not active.
When the still open access is closed, inte‐
rior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor will
be switched on.
Switching off the alarm
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Unlock vehicle with the remote control or
switch on the ignition, if needed through
emergency detection of remote control, re‐
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The indicator lamp goes out after unlock‐
ing:
The vehicle has not been tampered with.
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With Comfort Access: if you are carrying
the remote control on your person, grasp
the driver side or front passenger side door
handle completely.
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Pull the switch to the resistance
point.
The window closes while the switch is
held.
Pull the switch beyond the resistance
point.
Power windows
Hint
The window closes automatically. Pulling
again stops the motion.
Take the remote control with you
See also: closing by means of Comfort Access,
Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐
not operate the power windows and injure
themselves.◀
Pinch protection system
Danger of jamming even with pinch pro‐
tection
Even with the pinch protection system, check
that the window's closing path is clear; other‐
wise, the closing action may not stop in certain
situations, e.g., if thin objects are present.◀
No window accessories
Do not install any accessories in the win‐
dow's range of movement; otherwise, the
pinch protection system will be impaired.◀
Opening
If closing force exceeds a specific margin as a
window closes, closing is interrupted.
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Press the button to the resistance
point.
The window reopens slightly.
The window opens while the switch is held.
Closing without the pinch protection
system
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Press the switch beyond the resist‐
ance point.
Keep the closing path clear
The window opens automatically. Pressing
the switch again stopse the motion.
Monitor closing and make sure that the
closing path of the window is clear; otherwise,
injuries may result.◀
See also: Convenient opening, refer to
E.g. danger from the outside or ice might pre‐
vent window from closing properly - proceed
as follows:
Closing
Keep the closing path clear
1. Pull the reel past the resistance point and
hold it there.
Monitor closing and make sure that the
closing path of the window is clear; otherwise,
injuries may result.◀
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The pinch protection is limited and the
window reopens slightly if the closing force
exceeds a certain margin.
Extending or retracting roller sunblind
for rear window
Press button.
2. Pull the reel past the resistance point again
within approx. 4 seconds and hold it there.
Roller sunblinds for the rear side
windows
The window closes without jam protection.
Safety switch
Pull out the roller sunblind at the loop and hook
it onto the bracket.
General information
Do not open the window while the roller
sunblind is tilted
The safety switch in the driver's door can be
used to prevent children, e.g., from opening
and closing the rear windows using the
switches in the rear.
Do not open the window while the roller sun‐
blind is tilted; otherwise, there is a risk of dam‐
age at high speeds that may result in personal
injury.◀
Switching on and off
Press button.
The LED lights up if the safety func‐
tion is switched on.
Glass sunroof, powered
General information
The glass sunroof is operational when the igni‐
tion is switched on.
Safety switch for rear operation
Press the safety switch when transport‐
ing children in the rear; otherwise, injury may
result if the windows are closed without super‐
vision.◀
Keep the closing path clear
Monitor closing and make sure that the
closing path of the glass sunroof is clear; oth‐
erwise, injuries may result.◀
Roller sunblinds
Take the remote control with you
Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐
not operate the glass sunroof and injure them‐
selves.◀
Roller sunblind for rear window
General information
If you are no longer able to move the roller sun‐
blind for the rear window after having activated
it a number of times in a row, the system is
blocked for a limited time to prevent overheat‐
ing. Let the system cool.
The roller sunblind for the rear window cannot
be moved at low interior temperatures.
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Tilting the glass sunroof
Pinch protection system
If the closing force when closing the glass sun‐
roof exceeds a certain value, the closing move‐
ment is stopped, beginning at approximately
the middle of the opening in the roof, or from
the tilted position during closing.
Push switch briefly upward.
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The closed glass sunroof is
tilted.
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The opened glass sunroof
closes until it is in its tilted
position. The sliding visor
does not move.
The glass sunroof reopens slightly.
Danger of jamming even with pinch pro‐
tection
Despite the pinch protection system, check
that the glass sunroof's closing path is clear;
otherwise, the closing action may not be inter‐
rupted in certain extreme situations, such as
when thin objects are present.◀
Opening/closing the glass sunroof and
sliding visor together
▷
Press the reel in the desired
direction to the resistance
point and hold it there.
Glass sunroof and sliding vi‐
sor open together as long as
the reel is held down.
Closing from the open position
without pinch protection
E. g. if there is an external danger, proceed as
follows:
The glass sunroof closes as
long as the reel is held
down. The sliding visor can
be manually closed.
1. Press the reel forward beyond the resist‐
ance point and hold.
The pinch protection is limited and the
glass sunroof reopens slightly if the closing
force exceeds a certain margin.
▷
Press the reel in the desired direction past
the resistance point.
The glass sunroof and sliding visor open
automatically.
2. Press the reel forward again beyond the re‐
sistance point and hold until the glass sun‐
roof closes without jam protection. Make
sure that the closing area is clear.
The glass sunroof closes automatically.
The sliding visor can be manually closed.
Pressing the reel upward stops the motion.
Closing from the raised position
without pinch protection
If there is an external danger, push the reel for‐
ward past the resistance point and hold it.
Additional options:
▷
the remote control.
▷
Closing by means of Comfort Access, refer
The glass sunroof closes without jam protec‐
tion.
Comfort position
Initializing after a power failure
If the glass sunroof is not automatically com‐
pletely opened, the comfort position has been
attained. In this position the wind noises in the
interior are the least.
After a power failure during the opening or
closing process, the glass sunroof can only be
operated to a limited extent.
If desired, continue the movement by pressing
the reel.
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Controls
Initializing the system
The system can be initialized when the vehicle
is stationary and the engine is running.
During the initialization, the glass sunroof
closes without jam protection.
Keep the closing path clear
Monitor closing and make sure that the
closing path of the glass sunroof is clear; oth‐
erwise, injuries may result.◀
Press the reel up and hold it until
the initialization is complete:
▷
Initialization begins within
15 seconds and is com‐
pleted when the glass sun‐
roof is completely closed.
▷
The glass sunroof closes without jam pro‐
tection.
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Adjusting
Adjusting
Keep the movement area unobstructed
Vehicle features and options
When changing the seat position, keep
the seat's area of movement unobstructed;
otherwise, people might get injured or objects
damaged.◀
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Manually adjustable seats
At a glance
Sitting safely
The ideal seating position can make a vital
contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving.
The seating position plays an important role in
an accident in combination with:
▷
▷
▷
1
2
3
4
5
6
Forward/backward
Seat tilt
Backrest width
Lumbar support
Height
Seats
Backrest tilt
Hints
Do not adjust the seat while driving
Forward/backward
Do not adjust the driver's seat while driv‐
ing, or the seat could respond with unexpected
movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle
control could lead to an accident.◀
Do not incline the backrest too far to the
rear
Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear
while driving, or there is a risk of slipping under
the safety belt in the event of an accident. This
would eliminate the protection normally pro‐
vided by the belt.◀
Pull the lever and slide the seat in the desired
direction.
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After releasing the lever, move the seat for‐
ward or back slightly making sure it engages
properly.
to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat
engages properly.
Electrically adjustable seats
At a glance
Height
Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat
or lift it off, as necessary.
1
2
3
4
5
Seat and mirror memory
Backrest width
Backrest tilt
Lumbar support
Backrest tilt
Forward/backward, height, seat tilt
General information
The seat setting for the driver's seat is stored
for the profile currently in use. When the vehi‐
cle is unlocked via the remote control, the po‐
sition is automatically retrieved if the Function,
Pull the lever and apply your weight to the
backrest or lift it off, as necessary.
Adjustments in detail
1. Forward/back.
Seat tilt
Pull the lever and move the seat to the desired
tilt. After releasing the lever, apply your weight
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2. Height.
The curvature is shifted up/
down.
Backrest width
Change the width of the back‐
rest using the side wings to ad‐
just the lateral support.
Front seat heating
3. Seat tilt.
4. Backrest tilt.
Switching on
Press button once for each tempera‐
ture level.
The maximum temperature is reached when
three LEDs are lit.
If the journey is continued within approx. 15
minutes, the seat heating is activated automat‐
ically with the temperature selected last.
Switch off
Lumbar support
Press button longer.
The LEDs go out.
The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐
justed in a way that it supports the lumbar re‐
gion of the spine. The lower back and the
spine are supported for upright posture.
▷
Press the front/rear section
of the switch.
The curvature is increased/
decreased.
▷
Press the upper/lower sec‐
tion of the switch.
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The upper shoulder strap's anchorage point
will be correct for adult seat occupants of ev‐
ery build if the seat is correctly adjusted.
Rear seat heating
▷
The two outer safety belt buckles,
integrated into the rear seat, are for pas‐
sengers sitting on the left and right.
▷
The center rear safety belt buckle is solely
intended for the center passenger.
Hints
One person per safety belt
Switching on
Never allow more than one person to
wear a single safety belt. Never allow infants or
small children to ride on a passenger's lap.◀
Press button once for each tempera‐
ture level.
The maximum temperature is reached when
three LEDs are lit.
Putting on the belt
Lay the belt, without twisting, snugly
across the lap and shoulders, as close to the
body as possible. Make sure that the belt lies
low around the hips in the lap area and does
not press on the abdomen. Otherwise, the belt
can slip over the hips in a frontal impact and in‐
jure the abdomen.
If the journey is continued within approx. 15
minutes, the seat heating is activated automat‐
ically with the temperature selected last.
Switch off
Press button longer.
The LEDs go out.
The safety belt must not lie across the neck,
rub on sharp edges, be routed over breakable
objects, or be pinched.◀
What reduces the restraining effect
Safety belts
Avoid wearing bulky clothing, and pull
the shoulder belt periodically to readjust the
tension. Make sure that the belt is not jammed;
otherwise, the belt can be damaged and the
restraining effect is reduced.◀
Seats with safety belt
The vehicle has five seats, each of which is
equipped with a safety belt.
General information
Always make sure that safety belts are being
worn by all occupants before driving off.
For the occupants' safety the belt locking
mechanism triggers early. Slowly guide the
belt out of the holder when applying it.
Although airbags enhance safety by providing
added protection, they are not a substitute for
safety belts.
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Buckling the belt
Headrests
Removing
The head restraints cannot be removed.
Seat and mirror memory
Hints
Do not retrieve the memory while driving
Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in
the belt buckle.
Do not retrieve the memory setting while
driving, as an unexpected movement of the
seat could result in an accident.◀
Unbuckling the belt
1. Hold the belt firmly.
Keep the movement area unobstructed
When changing the seat position, keep
the seat's area of movement unobstructed;
otherwise, people might get injured or objects
damaged.◀
2. Press the red button in the belt buckle.
3. Guide the belt back into its roll-up mecha‐
nism.
Safety belt reminder for driver's and
passenger's seat
The concept
Two driver's seat and exterior mirror positions
called up. Settings for the backrest width and
lumbar support are not stored in memory.
The indicator lamp lights up and a sig‐
nal sounds. Make sure that the safety
belts are positioned correctly. The
safety belt reminder is active at speeds above
approx. 6 mph/10 km/h. It can also be activated
if objects are placed on the front passenger
seat.
At a glance
Damage to safety belts
Wear and tear after accidents or when dam‐
aged otherwise:
Have the safety belts, including the safety belt
tensioners, replaced and have the belt anchors
checked.
Check and replace safety belts
Storing
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Set the desired position.
This should only be done by your service
center; otherwise, this safety feature might not
work properly.◀
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Mirrors
3.
Press button. The LED in the but‐
ton lights up.
Exterior mirrors
4. Press selected button 1 or 2 while the LED
is lit. The LED goes out.
General information
If the SET button is pressed accidentally:
The mirror on the passenger side is more
curved than the driver's side mirror.
Press button again.
The LED goes out.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the mir‐
ror setting is stored for the profile currently in
use. When the vehicle is unlocked via the re‐
mote control, the position is automatically re‐
trieved if this function is active.
Calling up settings
Comfort function
1. Open the driver's door.
2. Switch off the ignition.
Note
Estimating distances correctly
3. Briefly press the desired button 1 or 2.
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer
than they appear. Do not estimate the distance
to the traffic behind you based on what you
see in the mirror, as this will increase your risk
of an accident.◀
The corresponding seat position is performed
automatically.
The procedure stops when a reel for adjusting
the seat or one of the buttons is pressed.
At a glance
Safety mode
1. Close the driver's door or reel on the igni‐
tion.
2. Press and hold the desired button 1 or 2
until the adjustment procedure is com‐
pleted.
Calling up of a seat position
deactivated
After a brief period, calling up stored seat posi‐
tions is deactivated to save battery power.
1
2
3
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To reactivate calling up of a seat position:
▷
▷
▷
Open and close the door or trunk lid.
Press a button on the remote control.
Press the Start/Stop button.
Selecting a mirror
To change over to the other mirror:
Slide the switch.
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Fold in the mirror in a car wash
Adjusting electrically
Before washing the car in an automatic
car wash, fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or
with the button; otherwise, the mirrors could
be damaged, depending on the width of the
vehicle.◀
The setting corresponds to the direc‐
tion in which the button is pressed.
Saving positions
Automatic heating
Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated
whenever the engine is running.
Adjusting manually
In case of electrical malfunction press edges of
mirror.
Automatic dimming feature
Automatic Curb Monitor
The concept
Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim‐
med. Photocells are used to control the Interior
If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on
the front passenger side is tilted downward.
This improves your view of the curb and other
low-lying obstacles when parking, e.g.
Interior rearview mirror, automatic
dimming feature
The concept
Activating
1.
Slide the switch to the driver's side
mirror position.
2. Engage selector lever position R.
Deactivating
Slide the switch to the passenger side mirror
position.
Photocells are used for control:
Fold in and out
▷
▷
In the mirror glass.
Press button.
On the back of the mirror.
Possible at speeds up to approx.
15 mph/20 km/h.
Functional requirement
For proper operation:
E. g. this is advantageous
▷
▷
Keep the photocells clean.
▷
▷
▷
In car washes.
Do not cover the area between the inside
rearview mirror and the windshield.
In narrow streets.
For folding mirrors back out that were
folded away manually.
Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto‐
matically at a speed of approx.
25 mph/40 km/h.
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Steering wheel
Note
Do not adjust while driving
Do not adjust the steering wheel while
driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement
could result in an accident.◀
Adjusting
1. Fold the lever down.
2. Move the steering wheel to the preferred
height and angle to suit your seating posi‐
tion.
3. Fold the lever back.
Steering wheel heating
Press button.
▷
▷
On: the LED lights up.
Off: the LED goes out.
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Transporting children safely
the selected options or country versions. This
Vehicle features and options
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
The right place for children
Note
Note
Children in the vehicle
Deactivating the front-seat passenger
airbags
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger them‐
selves and other persons, e.g., by opening the
doors.◀
If a child restraint system is used in the front
passenger seat, deactivate the front-seat pas‐
senger airbags; otherwise, there is an in‐
creased risk of injury to the child when the air‐
bags are activated, even with a child restraint
system.◀
Children should always be in the rear
Accident research shows that the safest place
for children is in the back seat.
Transporting children in the rear
Installing child restraint
systems
Only transport children younger than
13 years of age or shorter than 5 ft/150 cm in
the rear in child restraint systems provided in
accordance with the age, weight and size of
the child; otherwise, there is an increased risk
of injury in an accident.
Hints
Manufacturer's information for child re‐
straint systems
To select, mount and use child restraint sys‐
tems, observe the information provided by the
system manufacturer; otherwise, the protec‐
tive effect can be lost.◀
Children 13 years of age or older must wear a
safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint
system can no longer be used due to their age,
weight and size.◀
Ensuring the stability of the child seat
Children on the front passenger seat
When installing child restraint systems,
make sure that the child seat is securely fas‐
tened to the backrest of the seat. Angle and
headrest of the backrest might need to be ad‐
justed or possibly be removed. Make sure that
all backrests are securely locked. Otherwise
the stability of the child seat can be affected,
and there is an increased risk of injury because
Should it ever be necessary to use a child re‐
straint system in the front passenger seat,
make sure that the front, knee and side airbags
on the front passenger side are deactivated.
Automatic deactivation of front-seat passen‐
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of unexpected movement of the seat back‐
rest.◀
the adjustment after this; otherwise, the stabil‐
ity of the child seat will be reduced.◀
Adjustable backrest width: before installing a
child restraint system in the front passenger
seat, open the backrest width completely. Do
not change the backrest width again and do
not call up a memory position.
On the front passenger seat
Deactivating airbags
Deactivating the front-seat passenger
airbags
Child seat security
If a child restraint system is used in the front
passenger seat, deactivate the front-seat pas‐
senger airbags; otherwise, there is an in‐
creased risk of injury to the child when the air‐
bags are activated, even with a child restraint
system.◀
After installing a child restraint system in the
front passenger seat, make sure that the front,
knee and side airbags on the front passenger
side are deactivated.
The rear safety belts and the front passenger
safety belt can be permanently locked to fas‐
ten child restraint systems.
Deactivate the front-seat passenger airbags
The front passenger safety belt can be perma‐
nently locked to fasten child restraint systems.
Seat position and height
Before installing a child restraint system, move
the front passenger seat as far back as possi‐
ble and adjust its height to the highest and
thus best possible position for the belt and to
offer optimal protection in the event of an acci‐
dent.
Locking the safety belt
1. Pull out the strap completely.
2. Secure the child restraint system with the
belt.
If the upper anchorage of the safety belt is lo‐
cated in front of the belt guide of the child seat,
move the passenger seat carefully forward un‐
til the best possible belt guide position is
reached.
3. Allow the strap to be pulled in and pull it
tight against the child restraint system.
The safety belt is locked.
Unlocking the safety belt
1. Unbuckle the belt buckle.
Backrest width
2. Remove the child restraint system.
3. Allow the strap to be pulled in completely.
Backrest width for the child seat
Before installing a child restraint system
in the front passenger seat, the backrest width
must be opened completely. Do not change
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LATCH child restraint system
LATCH: Lower Anchors and Tether for Chil‐
dren.
Before installing LATCH child
restraint systems
Pull the belt away from the area of the child re‐
straint system.
Note
Follow manufacturer's information for
LATCH child restraint systems
Assembly of LATCH child restraint
systems
1. Mount the child restraint system; refer to
the user's manual of the system.
To mount and use the LATCH child restraint
systems, observe the operating and safety in‐
formation from the system manufacturer; oth‐
erwise, the level of protection may be re‐
duced.◀
2. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐
erly connected.
Child restraint fixing system with a
tether strap
Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors
The lower anchors may be used to attach the
CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child
and CRS weight of 65 lb/30 kg when the child
is restrained by the internal harnesses.
Mounting points
The respective symbol shows the an‐
chor for the upper retaining strap.
Seats with an upper Top Tether are
Note
marked with this symbol. It can be found on
the rear seat backrest or the rear window shelf.
Properly engage the lower LATCH an‐
chors
Make sure that the lower LATCH anchors have
properly engaged and that the child restraint
system is resting snugly against the backrest;
otherwise, the degree of protection may be re‐
duced.◀
Note
Mounting eyelets
Use the mounting eyes only for the up‐
per retaining strap to secure child restraint
systems; otherwise, the mounting eyes could
be damaged.◀
Position
The corresponding symbol shows the
mounts for the lower LATCH anchors.
Seats equipped with lower anchors are
marked with a pair, 2, of LATCH sym‐
bols. It is not recommended to use the
inner lower anchors of standard outer
LATCH positions to fasten a child restraint
system on the middle seat. Use the vehicle
seat belt instead for the middle seat.
Retaining strap guide
Retaining strap
Make sure the upper retaining strap does
not run over sharp edges and is not twisted as
it passes to the top anchor. Otherwise, the
strap will not properly secure the child restraint
system in the event of an accident.◀
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The door can now be opened from the outside
only.
Safety switch for the rear
Press button on the driver's door if
children are being transported in the
rear.
This locks various functions so that they can‐
not be operated from the rear: safety switch,
1
2
3
4
5
6
Direction of travel
Upper retaining strap
Head restraint
Rear window shelf
Mounting point/eye
Hook for upper retaining strap
Attaching the upper retaining strap to
the mounting point
1. Lift the cover over the mounting point.
2. Guide the upper retaining strap over the
head restraint.
3. Attach the hook of the retaining strap to
the mounting eye.
4. Tighten the retaining strap by pulling it
down.
Locking the doors and
windows
Rear doors
Push the locking lever on the rear doors down.
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Driving
Ignition off
Vehicle features and options
M double-clutch transmission: Press the Start/
Stop button again without stepping on the
brake.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Manual transmission: Press the Start/Stop but‐
ton again without stepping on the clutch pedal.
All indicator lights in the instrument cluster go
out.
To save battery power when the engine is off,
switch off the ignition and any unnecessary
electronic systems/power consumers.
P when the ignition is switched off
Start/Stop button
P is engaged automatically when the ig‐
nition is switched off. When in an automatic car
wash, e.g., ensure that the ignition is not
switched off accidentally.◀
The concept
Pressing the Start/Stop button
switches the ignition on or off
and starts the engine.
The ignition automatically cuts off while the
vehicle is stationary and the engine is stopped:
M Double-clutch transmission:
The engine starts if the brakes
are stepped on while pressing the Start/Stop
button.
▷
When locking the vehicle, and when the
low beams are activated.
▷
Shortly before the battery is discharged
completely, so that the engine can still be
started. This function is only available
when the low beams are turned off.
Manual transmission: The engine starts with
the clutch pedal pressed when the Start/Stop
button is pressed.
▷
▷
When opening or closing the driver door, if
the driver's safety belt is unbuckled and
the low beams are turned off.
Ignition on
M double-clutch transmission: Press the Start/
Stop button without stepping on the brake.
While the driver's safety belt is unbuckled
with driver's door open and low beams off.
Manual transmission: Press the Start/Stop but‐
ton without stepping on the clutch pedal.
The low beams switch to parking lights after
approx. 15 minutes of no use.
All vehicle systems are ready for operation.
Most of the indicator and warning lights in the
instrument cluster light up for a varied length
of time.
Radio ready state
Activate radio-ready state:
▷
When the engine is running: press the
Start/Stop button.
To save battery power when the engine is off,
switch off the ignition and any unnecessary
electronic systems/power consumers.
Some electronic systems/power consumers
remain ready for operation.
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The radio-ready state switches off automati‐
cally:
Repeated starting in quick succession
Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat‐
edly and in quick succession. Otherwise, the
fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned,
posing a risk of overheating and damage to the
catalytic converter.◀
▷
▷
After approx. 8 minutes.
When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐
tral locking system.
▷
Shortly before the battery is discharged
completely, so that the engine can still be
started.
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at
moderate engine speeds.
The radio-ready state remains active if, e.g.,
the ignition is automatically switched off for the
following reasons:
M double-clutch transmission
▷
▷
▷
Opening or closing the driver's door.
Unfastening of the driver's safety belt.
Starting the engine
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
When automatically switching from low
beams to parking lights.
The ignition is activated automatically for a
certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐
gine starts.
If the engine is switched off and the ignition is
switched on, the system automatically
switches to the radio-ready state if the lights
are turned off or, if correspondingly equipped,
the daytime running lights are activated.
Manual transmission
Starting the engine
1. Depress the brake pedal.
Starting the engine
2. Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neu‐
tral.
Hints
3. Press the Start/Stop button.
Enclosed areas
The ignition is activated automatically for a
certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐
gine starts.
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas, since breathing in exhaust fumes may
lead to loss of consciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀
Engine stop
Unattended vehicle
Hints
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the engine running; doing so poses a risk of
danger.
Take the remote control with you
Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐
not start the engine.◀
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐
ning, set the parking brake and engage trans‐
mission position P; otherwise, the vehicle may
begin to move.◀
Apply parking brake and further secure
the vehicle if needed.
Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐
erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward
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and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐
hicle, e.g., by turning the steering wheel in the
direction of the curb.◀
is available when the vehicle is traveling faster
than about 3 mph, approx. 5 km/h.
Engine stop
The engine is switched off automatically dur‐
ing a stop under the following conditions:
Before driving into a car wash
So that the vehicle can roll into a car wash ob‐
serve instructions for going into an automatic
car wash, refer to page 204.
M double-clutch transmission:
▷
▷
▷
The selector lever is in selector lever posi‐
tion D.
M double-clutch transmission
Switching off the engine
1. Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to
a stop.
Brake pedal remains depressed while the
vehicle is stopped.
The driver's safety belt is buckled or the
driver's door is closed.
Manual transmission:
2. Press the Start/Stop button.
The engine is switched off.
▷
Neutral is engaged and the clutch pedal is
not pressed.
The radio-ready state is switched on.
3. Set the parking brake.
▷
The driver's safety belt is buckled or the
driver's door is closed.
The air flow from the air conditioner is reduced
when the engine is switched off.
Manual transmission
Switching off the engine
1. With the vehicle at a standstill, press the
Start/Stop button.
Displays in the instrument cluster
The READY display in the tach‐
ometer signals that the Auto
Start/Stop function is ready to
start the engine automatically.
2. Shift into first gear or reverse.
3. Set the parking brake.
The display indicates that the
conditions for an automatic en‐
gine stop have not been met.
Auto Start/Stop function
The concept
The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
The system switches off the engine during a
stop, e.g., in traffic congestion or at traffic
lights. The ignition remains switched on. The
engine starts again automatically for driving
off.
Functional limitations
The engine is not switched off automatically in
the following situations:
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▷
External temperature too low.
The external temperature is high and auto‐
matic climate control is running.
Automatic mode
After every start of the engine using the Start/
Stop button, the Auto Start/Stop function is in
▷
The car's interior has not yet been heated
or cooled to the required level.
When the Auto Start/Stop function is active, it
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The engine is not yet at operating temper‐
ature.
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Excessive warming of the car's interior
when the cooling function is switched on.
The wheels are at a sharp angle or the
steering wheel is being turned.
▷
▷
The steering wheel is turned.
Double-clutch transmission: Change from
selector lever position D to N, R or D/S.
▷
▷
After driving in reverse.
Fogging of the windows when the auto‐
matic climate control is switched on.
▷
M double-clutch transmission: Accelerat‐
ing while simultaneously applying the
brake.
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▷
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▷
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Vehicle battery is heavily discharged.
At higher elevations.
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The vehicle begins rolling.
Fogging of the windows when the auto‐
matic climate control is switched on.
The engine compartment lid is unlocked.
The parking assistant is activated.
Stop-and-go traffic.
▷
▷
Vehicle battery is heavily discharged.
Excessive cooling of the car's interior when
the heating is switched on.
Use of fuel with high ethanol content.
▷
Low brake vacuum pressure; this can oc‐
cur, e.g., if the brake pedal is depressed a
number of times in succession.
Starting the engine
The engine starts automatically under the fol‐
lowing conditions:
▷
M double-clutch transmission:
By releasing the brake pedal.
Manual transmission:
Preventing an automatic engine stop
with aM double-clutch transmission
▷
The concept
The clutch pedal is pressed.
To make it possible to drive off very quickly,
such as at an intersection, the automatic en‐
gine stop can be actively prevented.
After the engine starts, accelerate as usual.
Safety mode
After the engine switches off automatically, it
will not start again automatically if any one of
the following conditions are met.
Preventing an engine stop using the
brake pedal
The engine stop can be actively prevented
within one second after the vehicle comes to a
standstill.
▷
The driver's safety belt is unbuckled and
the driver's door is open.
▷
The hood was unlocked.
▷
Immediately after the vehicle comes to a
standstill, briefly press the brake pedal
forcefully.
Some indicator lights light up for a varied
length of time.
▷
Then press the brake pedal with normal
braking force.
The engine can only be started via the Start/
Stop button.
Functional limitations
Even if driving off was not intended, the deacti‐
vated engine starts up automatically in the fol‐
lowing situations:
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Activating/deactivating the system
manually
Malfunction
The Auto Start/Stop function no longer
switches off the engine automatically. A Check
Control message is displayed. It is possible to
continue driving. Have the system checked.
Using the button
Parking brake
Applying
The lever automatically engages after being
pulled up.
The indicator lamp lights up red. The
parking brake is set.
Press button.
Lower lamp: indicator lamp in Canadian
models
▷
▷
LED comes on: Auto Start/Stop function is
deactivated.
The engine is started during an automatic
engine stop.
Releasing
The engine can only be stopped or started
via the Start/Stop button.
LED goes out: Auto Start/Stop function is
activated.
Switching off the vehicle during an
automatic engine stop
During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle
can be switched off permanently, e. g., when
leaving it.
Raise lever slightly, press the button and guide
the lever down.
1. Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is
switched off. The Auto Start/Stop function
is deactivated.
Hints
Use while driving
P is engaged automatically.
2. Set the parking brake.
On rare occasions if it is necessary to use
the parking brake while driving, do not use ex‐
cessive force when applying it. When using it,
keep the button on the lever depressed.
Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button.
Automatic deactivation
Otherwise, using excessive force when apply‐
ing the parking brake may cause the rear
wheels to lock, resulting in fishtailing.◀
In certain situations, Auto Start/Stop function
is deactivated automatically for safety reasons
as if the driver were absent.
To prevent corrosion and one-sided brake ac‐
tion, lightly apply the parking brake periodically
while coasting, if traffic conditions permit.
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The brake lights will not light up if the parking
brake is set.
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Signaling briefly
Turn signal, high beams,
headlight flasher
Press the lever to the resistance point and hold
it there for as long as you want the turn signal
to flash.
Turn signal
High beams, headlight flasher
Hints
Do not adjust the exterior mirrors
Do not adjust the exterior mirror while
driving and when turn signals/hazard warning
flashers are on, or else the additional turn sig‐
nal lights in the exterior mirror are out of posi‐
tion and can't be seen.◀
Using turn signals
▷
▷
High beams, arrow 1.
Headlight flasher, arrow 2.
Washer/wiper system
Switching the wipers on/off and brief
wipe
Hints
Press the lever beyond the resistance point.
Do not activate wipers if frozen to wind‐
shield
To switch off manually, press the lever to the
resistance point.
Do not switch on the wipers if they are frozen
to the windshield; otherwise, the wiper blades
and the wiper motor may be damaged.◀
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp
indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed.
Triple turn signal activation
Press the lever to the resistance point.
The turn signal flashes three times.
The function can be activated or deactivated.
On the Control Display:
Do not activate wipers on dry windshield
Do not use the wipers if the windshield is
dry, as this may damage the wiper blades or
cause them to become worn more quickly.◀
1. "Settings"
2. "Lighting"
3. "Triple turn signal"
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Do not activate wipers with wipers folded
away
▷
▷
To switch off normal wipe: press down
once.
Do not switch on the wipers if they are folded
away, otherwise the hood or the wipers may be
damaged.◀
To switch off fast wipe: press down twice.
Interval mode or rain sensor
The concept
Switching on
The rain sensor automatically controls the time
between wipes depending on the intensity of
the rainfall. The sensor is located on the wind‐
shield, directly behind the interior rearview mir‐
ror.
Activating/deactivating
Push wiper lever up.
The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐
sition when released.
▷
▷
Normal wiper speed: push up once.
The wipers switch to intermittent operation
when the vehicle is stationary.
Press button on the wiper lever.
Fast wiper speed: press up twice or press
once beyond the resistance point.
Wiping is started. If the vehicle is equipped
with a rain sensor: LED in wiper lever lights up.
Wipers change to normal speed when ve‐
hicle comes to standstill.
When wipers are frozen to windshield, wiper
operation is deactivated.
Switch off and brief wipe
Deactivate the rain sensor in car washes
Deactivate the rain sensor when passing
through an automatic car wash; otherwise, un‐
intentional wiping can cause damages.◀
Push wiper lever down.
The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐
sition when released.
▷
Single wipe: press down once.
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Setting the frequency or sensitivity of
the rain sensor
Fold-out position of the wipers
Fold wipers back when you want to change the
blades or with pending low temperatures.
1. Switch the ignition on and off again.
2. With icy conditions make sure that blades
are not frozen to the windshield.
3. Press the wiper lever up beyond the point
of resistance and hold it for approx. 3 sec‐
onds, until the wiper remains in a nearly
vertical position.
After the wipers are folded back down, the
wiper system must be reactivated.
Turn the thumbwheel.
Folding wipers back down
Clean the windshield, headlights
Before switching the ignition on, fold the
wipers back down to the windshield; other‐
wise, the wipers may become damaged when
they are activated.◀
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Push wiper lever down. Wipers move to
their resting position and are ready again
for operation.
Pull the wiper lever towards you.
Washer fluid
The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐
shield and activates the wipers briefly.
Hints
In addition, the headlights are cleaned at regu‐
lar intervals when the vehicle's lights are acti‐
vated.
Antifreeze for washer fluid
Antifreeze is flammable and can cause
injury if it is used incorrectly.
Do not use the washer system at freezing
temperatures
Therefore, keep it away from possible sources
of ignition.
Do not use the washers if fluid could freeze
onto the windshield which might impede your
viewing field. Therefore use antifreeze fluid.
Only keep it in the closed original container
and inaccessible to children.
Follow the notes and instructions on the con‐
tainer.
Avoid using the washer when the reservoir is
empty; operation might damage pump.◀
United States: The washer fluid mixture ratio is
regulated by the U.S. EPA and many individual
states; do not exceed the allowable washer
fluid dilution ratios limits that apply. Follow the
usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐
Windshield washer nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are automati‐
cally heated while the ignition is switched on.
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tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐
centrate or the equivalent.◀
Manual transmission
Shifting
Adding washer fluid
Shifting into 5th or 6th gear
Only add washer fluid when the engine is
cool, and then close the cover completely to
avoid contact between the washer fluid and
hot engine parts.
When shifting into 5th or 6th gear, push
the gearshift lever to the right; otherwise, inad‐
vertent shifting into 3rd or 4th gear could lead
to engine damage.◀
Otherwise, there is a danger of fire and a risk to
personal safety if the fluid is spilled.◀
Reverse gear
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
Washer fluid reservoir
To overcome the resistance push the selector
lever dynamically to the left and engage the re‐
verse gear.
M double-clutch
transmission with Drivelogic
General information
All washer nozzles are supplied from one res‐
ervoir.
The M double-clutch transmission with Drive‐
logic is an automatic shift transmission with
two clutches and partial transmissions in which
the gears can be changed without interrupting
the tractive force.
Fill with a mixture of windshield washer con‐
centrate and tap water and – if required – with a
washer antifreeze, according to the manufac‐
turer's recommendations.
The operation is via the selector lever or two
shift paddles on the steering wheel.
Mix the washer fluid before adding to find the
right mixture.
Functions
Do not add windshield washer concentrate and
antifreeze undiluted and do not fill with pure
water; this could damage the wiper system.
▷
▷
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Drive mode or Sequential mode.
Various drive programs, Drivelogic.
Do not mix window washer concentrates of dif‐
ferent manufacturers because they can clog
the windshield washer nozzles.
Upshifting display, Shift point indicator, re‐
▷
Automatic downshifting and protection
from misshifting even in sequential mode.
Recommended minimum fill quantity:
0.2 US gal/1 liter.
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▷
Launch Control.
Low Speed Assistant.
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gear and forward gear without stepping on the
brakes in the process.
Selector lever, selector lever positions
At a glance
Activating
1. Engage a driving position.
2. Briefly tap the accelerator pedal.
The vehicle rolls at minimum speed.
This is possible in 1st and 2nd gear and in re‐
verse gear.
Overheating
Do not ride the brake; otherwise, the
transmission may overheat.◀
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
R: reverse gear.
N: neutral.
Deactivating
Center position, forward position.
+: manual upshifting.
-: manual downshifting.
Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to a
stop.
D/S: reel between drive mode and sequen‐
tial mode.
Flashing display on the selector lever
of the double clutch transmission
The actually engaged transmission position
can deviate from the selector lever position in
some situations. The display in the selector
lever flashes.
Engaging a selector lever position
Press on the brake pedal and pull or push the
selector lever in the corresponding direction.
As soon as the selector lever is released, it re‐
verts to the center position. In position R, the
selector lever locks.
Observe the display in the instrument cluster,
D Drive mode
In Drive mode, all forward gears are automati‐
cally changed.
The engaged selector lever position is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster and on the se‐
lector lever.
If a selector lever position is engaged, the vehi‐
cle may start rolling, after the brake is released,
e.g. on downhill slopes. Thus, drive off immedi‐
ately after releasing the brake.
Kickdown: for maximum acceleration, e. g.
when passing. To do this, depress the acceler‐
ator pedal past the resistance point.
Switch to Sequential mode: shift using the
shift paddles or the selector lever, or push the
selector lever in the D/S direction.
Use the Slow Speed Assistant for maneuver‐
ing and during stop-and-go traffic.
Low Speed Assistant
S Sequential mode
The Low Speed Assistant gives assistance at
very low speeds. The vehicle moves at walking
speed.
Use the shift paddles or the selector lever to
upshift or downshift without letting off the gas.
▷
Shortly before falling below a gear-de‐
pendent minimum speed, the transmission
is automatically downshifted.
This can also be used for rocking the vehicle in
the snow. To do this, reel between reverse
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Upshifting or downshifting is done only if
the rpm and vehicle speed are appropriate.
Sequential mode
▷
▷
Engaged gear, arrow 1.
For example, there is no downshifting if the
engine speed is too high.
Selected driving program,
Drivelogic, refer to
▷
▷
Kickdown: the lowest possible gear is se‐
lected by simultaneously operating the
kickdown and the left shift paddle or selec‐
tor lever.
▷
Gear shift indicator, refer to
page 84
It is also possible to start out in 2nd gear,
e. g. on icy roads.
Note
When the external temperature is very low, the
display may not work. Current driving direction
is recognizable at the engaged selector lever
position.
Switch to Drive mode: push selector lever in
D/S direction.
R is Reverse
Select only when the vehicle is stationary.
Gear change
It is also possible to rock the vehicle up to
6 mph/10 km/h. To do this, reel between for‐
ward gear and reverse gear without stepping
on the brakes in the process.
Shifting in Sequential mode possible.
A shift in Drive mode causes a reel to Sequen‐
tial mode.
Using the selector lever
N is Neutral
Use in automatic car washes, e.g. The vehicle
can then roll, refer to page 204.
▷
To shift up: pull the selector lever rear‐
wards.
▷
To shift down: press the selector lever for‐
ward.
P Park
The drive wheels are blocked.
P is engaged automatically:
Using the shift paddles on the steering
wheel
▷
After the engine is switched off when the
vehicle is in radio-ready state, refer to
or D is set.
▷
With the ignition is off, if position N is set.
Displays in the instrument cluster
Drive mode
▷
▷
Shift up: pull right shift paddle.
Shift down: pull left shift paddle.
▷
Engaged gear together with
a D, arrow 1.
▷
Selected driving program,
Drivelogic, refer to
Drivelogic
Various driving programs are available.
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After each switch between Sequential mode
and Drive mode, the last program selected is
an active.
5. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
▷
▷
"D": drive mode
Exception: after each engine start, driving pro‐
gram 1 is active in Drive mode.
"S": sequential mode.
6. "Shift position"
7. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.
In Drive mode
Choice of three driving programs:
8. Selecting another driving program.
▷
▷
▷
1: efficient driving.
2: relaxed driving.
3: sporty driving.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
In Sequential mode
Choice of three driving programs:
▷
▷
▷
▷
1: comfortable shifting operations.
2: sporty, fast shifting operations.
▷
3: maximum shifting speed, Launch Con‐
Risk of an accident
Use the settings for DSC in M Drive; oth‐
erwise, driving stability may be impaired, and
there is risk of an accident.◀
Selecting driving program using
button in center console
Display in the instrument cluster
Selected driving program corre‐
sponds to the number of illumi‐
nated fields.
Launch Control
The concept
Launch Control enables optimum acceleration
on surfaces with good traction.
Press button repeatedly until the de‐
sired driving program is displayed in
the instrument cluster.
Selecting driving program using
M Drive
Hints
On the Control Display:
Component wear
1. "Settings"
Do not use Launch Control too often;
otherwise, this may result in premature wear of
components due to the high stress placed on
the vehicle.◀
2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"
3.
Select the symbol.
4. "Mode"
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Do not use Launch Control during the break-in,
refer to page 156, period.
shut off the engine and allow the transmis‐
sion to cool down.
Avoid fast starts, and on inclines did not accel‐
erate lightly while letting the clutch slip; other‐
wise, the transmission may overheat.
Requirements
Launch Control is available when the engine is
warmed up, that is, after uninterrupted driving
of at least 6 miles/10 km.
During traffic jams or at very low speeds, use
To start with Launch Control do not steer the
steering wheel.
M Driving Dynamics Control
Activate Launch Control
1. Deactivate Dynamic Stability Control, refer
The concept
The M Driving Dynamics Control affects the
response of the vehicle to accelerator pedal
movements.
2. Select Sequential mode with gear 1 and
driving program 3.
3. With the engine running, apply the brake
with the left foot.
Programs
4. Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
The starting engine speed adjusts.
Response behavior options:
▷
"Efficient": efficient, comfortable. Minimal
fuel consumption.
A flag symbol appears in the instrument
cluster.
Ideal e. g. in city traffic or on snow.
"Sport": sporty, dynamic.
5. If necessary, change the starting engine
speed by 500 rpm via cruise control.
▷
▷
"Sport Plus": spontaneous, direct. Maxi‐
mum dynamics.
6. Release the brake, the vehicle accelerates.
Continue to depress the accelerator pedal.
Selecting a channel
Upshifting occurs automatically as long as
the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
Via M Drive
On the Control Display:
Launch Control is available again only after a
certain distance has been driven.
1. "Settings"
System limits
2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"
This transmission has an overheating protec‐
tion mechanism, which protects the clutch
from extreme stress.
3.
Select the symbol.
4. Select the desired channel.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.
▷
Indicator lamp lights up yellow:
transmission too hot.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
Avoid high engine stress and fre‐
quent starts.
▷
Indicator lamp lights up red: transmission
is overheating.
▷
Further driving at a moderate pace is pos‐
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Using the button
Press button repeatedly until the desired
program is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Display in the instrument cluster
Engine Dynamics Control with selected
program with activated Display of the
system states of the driving dynamics,
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the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
Overview, instrument cluster
1
2
3
4
Fuel gaugeꢀꢁ80
Shift point indicatorꢀꢁ92
Speedometer
5
6
7
8
Engine oil temperatureꢀꢁ80
Current fuel consumption
Electronic displaysꢀꢁ76
Reset milesꢀꢁ81
Messages, e.g. Check Control
Tachometerꢀꢁ80
Electronic displays
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Red lights
Gear display with Drivelogic, refer to
Safety belt reminder
Flashing or illuminated: safety belt on
the driver or passenger side is not
buckled. The safety belt reminder can
also be activated if objects are placed on the
front passenger seat.
▷
▷
Messages, e.g. Check Control, refer to
▷
▷
Current fuel consumption, refer to
Make sure that the safety belts are positioned
correctly.
Navigation display, see User's manual for
Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐
cation.
Airbag system
▷
▷
▷
▷
Airbag system and belt tensioner are
defective.
Have the vehicle checked by the serv‐
ice center immediately.
System states of driving dynamics, refer to
▷
Parking brake, brake system
For additional information, refer to Re‐
Check Control
The concept
The Check Control system monitors functions
in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions
in the monitored systems.
Front-end collision warning
A Check Control message is displayed as a
combination of indicator or warning lights and
text messages in the instrument cluster and in
the Head-up Display.
Illuminated: advance warning is issued,
e.g., when there is the impending dan‐
ger of a collision or the distance to the
vehicle ahead is too small.
In addition, an acoustic signal may sound and a
text message may appear on the Control Dis‐
play.
Increase distance.
Flashing: acute warning of the imminent dan‐
ger of a collision when the vehicle approaches
another vehicle at a relatively high differential
speed.
Indicator/warning lights
General information
The indicator and warning lights in the instru‐
ment cluster can light up in a variety of combi‐
nations and colors.
Intervention by braking or make an evasive ma‐
neuver.
Pedestrian warning
Symbol in the instrument cluster.
Several of the lights are checked for proper
functioning and light up temporarily when the
engine is started or the ignition is switched on.
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If a collision with a person detected in this way
is imminent, the symbol lights up and a signal
sounds.
Illuminated: MDM failed. Have the sys‐
tem checked by the service center.
For more information, see M Dynamic
Yellow lights
Anti-lock Braking System ABS
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
Avoid abrupt braking if possible. Brak‐
ing force boost in some cases defec‐
tive. Stop carefully. Take into account
longer brake travel. Have this checked
by the service center immediately.
Illuminated: the Tire Pressure Monitor
signals a loss of tire inflation pressure
in a tire.
Reduce your speed and stop cautiously. Avoid
sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
Flashing and then continuously illuminated: no
flat tire or loss of tire inflation pressure can be
detected.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
Flashing: DSC controls the drive and
braking forces. The vehicle is stabi‐
lized. Reduce speed and adapt driving
profile to the driving circumstances.
▷
Interference through systems or devices
with the same radio frequency: after leav‐
ing the area of the interference, the system
automatically becomes active again.
Illuminated: DSC failed. Have the system
checked by the service center.
▷
▷
▷
TPM could not conclude the reset: perform
the reset of the system again.
For additional information, refer to Dynamic
A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted:
have the service center check it if needed.
Malfunction: have the system checked by
your service center.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control deactivated
DSC Dynamic Stability Control is
switched off.
For more information, see Tire Pressure Moni‐
For additional information, refer to Dy‐
namic Stability Control DSC, refer to
Steering system
Steering system in some cases defec‐
tive.
M Dynamic Mode MDM
Have the steering system checked by
the service center.
M Dynamic Mode MDM is switched on.
For more information, see M Dynamic
Engine functions
Have the vehicle checked by the serv‐
ice center.
Additional flashing: MDM controls the
drive and brake forces. The vehicle is
stabilized.
For additional information, refer to On-
board Diagnostics socket, refer to page 189.
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Lane departure warning
System is switched on and under cer‐
Blue lights
High beams
tain circumstances warns if a detected
lane is left without flashing beforehand.
High beams are activated.
For additional information, refer to Lane depar‐
For additional information, refer to High
Green lights
General lamps
Turn signal
Check Control
At least one Check Control message is
Turn signal on.
displayed or is stored. The symbol is
shown in the display of the instrument
Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator
lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb
has failed.
cluster.
For additional information, refer to Turn signal,
M Drive
M Drive 1 is activated.
Parking lights, headlight control
Parking lights or headlights are acti‐
vated.
M Drive 2 is activated.
For additional information, refer to
Parking lights/low beams, headlight control, re‐
Text messages
Text messages in combination with a symbol
in the instrument cluster explain a Check Con‐
trol message and the meaning of the indicator
and warning lights.
High-beam Assistant
High-beam Assistant is switched on.
High beams are activated and off auto‐
matically as a function of the traffic sit‐
uation.
Supplementary text messages
Additional information, such as on the cause of
an error or the required action, can be called up
via Check Control.
For additional information, refer to High-beam
With urgent messages the added text will be
automatically displayed on the Control Display.
Cruise control
The system is switched on. It maintains
the speed that was set using the con‐
trol elements on the steering wheel.
Symbols
Depending on the Check Control message, the
following functions can be selected.
▷
"Owner's Manual"
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Display additional information about the
Check Control message in the Integrated
Owner's Manual.
Messages after trip completion
Special messages displayed while driving are
displayed again after the ignition is switched
off.
▷
▷
"Service request"
Contact your service center.
"Roadside Assistance"
Fuel gauge
Contact Roadside Assistance.
Vehicle tilt position may cause
the display to vary.
Hiding Check Control messages
Depending on the equipment
version, the arrow beside the
fuel pump symbol shows which
side of the vehicle the fuel filler flap is on.
Hints on refueling, refer to page 168.
Tachometer
The yellow and red LEDs display
the permitted speed range. The
permitted engine speed in‐
creases as the engine oil tem‐
perature increases.
Press the onboard computer button on the
turn signal lever.
▷
Some Check Control messages are dis‐
played continuously and are not cleared
until the malfunction is eliminated. If sev‐
eral malfunctions occur at once, the mes‐
sages are displayed consecutively.
Avoid engine speeds in the yellow warning
field.
Always avoid engine speeds in the red warning
field. In this range, the fuel supply is inter‐
rupted to protect the engine.
These messages can be faded for approx.
8 seconds. After this time, they are dis‐
played again automatically.
▷
Other Check Control messages are faded
automatically after approx. 20 seconds.
They are stored and can be displayed
again later.
Engine oil temperature
▷
Cold engine: the pointer is at
the low temperature end.
Drive at moderate engine
and vehicle speeds.
Displaying stored Check Control
messages
On the Control Display:
▷
Normal operating tempera‐
ture: the pointer is in the
middle or in the left half of
the temperature display.
1. "Vehicle info"
2. "Vehicle status"
▷
Hot engine: the pointer is at the high end of
the temperature range. A Check Control
message is also displayed.
3.
"Check Control"
4. Select the text message.
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Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and
shaded roads, e.g., to avoid the increased risk
of an accident.◀
Coolant temperature
If the coolant along with the engine becomes
too hot, a Check Control message is displayed.
Check the coolant level, refer to page 186.
Time
The time is displayed in the in‐
strument cluster.
Odometer and trip odometer
Display
When the digital tachometer is
activated, the time can be dis‐
played in the computer.
▷
▷
Odometer, arrow 1.
Trip odometer, arrow 2.
Setting the time and time format, refer to
Show/reset kilometers
Date
Press the knob.
The date is displayed in the
computer.
▷
When the ignition is
switched off, the time, the
external temperature and
the odometer are displayed.
Setting the date and date for‐
▷
When the ignition is switched on, the trip
odometer is reset.
Digital tachometer
Display
The current speed is displayed
in the instrument cluster.
External temperature
If the indicator drops to
+37 ℉/+3 ℃ or lower, a signal
sounds.
A Check Control message is
displayed.
Activate display
1. "Settings"
There is an increased risk of ice on roads.
2. "Instrument cluster"
3. "Digital speedometer"
When the digital tachometer is activated, the
external temperature can be displayed in the
computer.
Adjusting the unit
1. "Settings"
Ice on roads
Even at temperatures above
+37 ℉/+3 ℃, roads might be icy.
2. "Language/Units"
3. "Dig. speedo:"
4. Select the desired unit.
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Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Current fuel consumption
Display
Displays the current fuel con‐
sumption. Check whether you
are currently driving in an effi‐
cient and environmentally-
friendly manner.
Gear display with Drivelogic
Sequential mode
▷
▷
Engaged gear, arrow 1.
Selected driving program,
arrow 2.
Displaying the current fuel
consumption
1. "Settings"
Drive mode
2. "Instrument cluster"
▷
▷
Engaged gear together with
a D, arrow 1.
3. If necessary, "M dynamic driving syst."
Selected driving program,
arrow 2.
The display for the current fuel con‐
sumption is active.
Display of the dynamic driving sys‐
The bar display for the current fuel consump‐
tion is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Range
Display
With a low remaining range:
Energy recovery
▷
A Check Control message is
displayed briefly.
Display
▷
The remaining range is
shown on the on-board co‐
mupter.
The kinetic energy of the vehicle
is converted to electrical energy
while coasting. The vehicle bat‐
tery is partially charged and fuel
consumption can be reduced.
▷
With a dynamic driving style - e.g., taking
curves aggressively - engine operation
might vary.
Displaying energy recovery
1. "Settings"
The Check Control message appears continu‐
ously below a range of approx. 30 miles/50 km.
2. "Instrument cluster"
Refuel promptly
3. If necessary, "M dynamic driving syst."
Refuel no later than at a range of
30 miles/50 km or engine operation might fail
and damage might occur.◀
The display for the energy recovery is
active.
Display of the dynamic driving sys‐
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Symbols Description
M Engine Dynamics Control, refer
Displaying Efficient Dynamics
Information on fuel consumption and technol‐
ogy can be displayed while driving.
Adaptive M chassis, refer to
1. "Vehicle info"
2. "EfficientDynamics"
Displaying fuel consumption history
The average fuel consumption can be dis‐
played within an adjustable time frame.
Activate display
"Consumption history"
1. "Settings"
2. "Instrument cluster"
Adjusting fuel consumption history
time frame
3. If necessary, "M dynamic driving syst."
The display for the dynamic driving
systems is active.
Select the symbol.
Display for Current consumption, refer
Resetting fuel consumption history
1. Open "Options".
2. "Reset consumption history"
Displaying EfficientDynamics info
The current efficiency can be displayed.
"EfficientDynamics info"
Service requirements
The concept
The following systems are displayed:
After the ignition is turned on the instrument
cluster briefly displays available driving dis‐
tance or time to the next scheduled mainte‐
nance.
▷
▷
▷
Auto Start/Stop function.
Energy recovery.
Climate control output.
Your service specialist can read the current
service requirements from your remote con‐
trol.
Dynamic driving systems
Display
Display
Data regarding the service status or legally
mandated vehicle inspections are automati‐
cally transmitted to your service center before
a service due date.
The dynamic driving system
states are displayed in the in‐
strument cluster.
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The entered date is stored.
Detailed information on service
requirements
Automatic Service Request
More information on the scope of service re‐
quired can be displayed on the Control Dis‐
play.
Data regarding the service status or legally
mandated vehicle inspections are automati‐
cally transmitted to your service center before
a service due date.
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"
You can check when your service center was
notified.
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Service required"
On the Control Display:
Required maintenance procedures and le‐
gally mandated inspections are displayed.
1. "Vehicle info"
2. "Vehicle status"
3. Open "Options".
4. "Last Service Request"
4. Select an entry to call up detailed informa‐
tion.
Symbols
Sym‐
bols
Description
Gear shift indicator
The concept
No service is currently required.
The system recommends the most fuel effi‐
cient gear for the current driving situation.
The deadline for scheduled mainte‐
nance or a legally mandated inspec‐
tion is approaching.
The gear shift indicator is active in the sequen‐
tial mode of the M double clutch transmission
and for the manual transmission.
Suggestions to shift gear up or down are dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
The service deadline has already
passed.
On vehicles without a gear shift indicator, the
engaged gear is displayed.
Entering appointment dates
Displays
Enter the dates for the required inspections.
Make sure that the vehicle's date and time are
set correctly.
Symbol Description
Shift up to fuel efficient gear.
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"
2. "Vehicle status"
Shift down to fuel efficient gear.
3.
"Service required"
4. "§ Vehicle inspection"
5. "Date:"
6. Adjust the settings.
7. Confirm.
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Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐
terior rearview mirror clean and clear.
Speed limit detection
The concept
Switching on/off
On the Control Display:
Speed limit detection
Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the
shape of a traffic sign to display the currently
detected speed limit. The camera in the area of
the interior rearview mirror detects traffic signs
at the edge of the road as well as variable over‐
head sign posts. Traffic signs with extra sym‐
bols for wet road conditions, etc. are also de‐
tected and compared with the vehicle's
onboard data, such as for the rain sensor, and
will be displayed depending on the situation.
The system takes into account the information
stored in the navigation system and also dis‐
plays speed limits present on routes without
signs.
1. "Settings"
2. "Instrument cluster"
3. "Speed limit information"
If speed limit detection is switched on, it can
be displayed on the info display in the instru‐
ment cluster via the computer.
Display
The following is displayed in the instrument
cluster:
Speed limit detection
Current speed limit.
Hints
Personal judgment
The system cannot serve as a substitute
for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic
situation.
Speed limit detection is not
available.
The system assists the driver and does not re‐
place the human eye.◀
At a glance
Camera
Speed limit detection can also be displayed in
the Head-up Display.
System limits
The system may not be fully functional and
may provide incorrect information in the fol‐
lowing situations:
▷
▷
▷
In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.
When signs are concealed by objects.
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
The camera is found near the interior rearview
mirror.
▷
When driving toward bright lights.
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When the windshield behind the interior
rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐
ered by a sticker, etc.
Display
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
In the event of incorrect detection by the
camera.
If the speed limits stored in the navigation
system are incorrect.
In areas not covered by the navigation sys‐
tem.
When roads differ from the navigation,
such as due to changes in road routing.
Depending on your vehicle's optional features,
the list in the instrument cluster can differ from
the illustration shown.
When passing buses or trucks with a
speed sticker.
▷
▷
If the traffic signs are non-conforming.
Activating a list and adjusting the
setting
During calibration of the camera immedi‐
ately after vehicle shipment.
Selection lists in the
instrument cluster
The concept
Depending on your vehicle's optional features,
the following can be displayed or operated us‐
ing the buttons and the thumbwheel on the
steering wheel as well as the displays in the in‐
strument cluster and the Head-up Display:
On the right side of the steering wheel, turn
the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding
list.
▷
▷
▷
Current audio source.
Using the thumbwheel, select the desired set‐
ting and confirm it by pushing the thumbwheel.
Redial phone feature.
Turn on voice activation system.
On-board computer
Indication in the info display
The information from the com‐
puter is shown in the info display
in the instrument cluster.
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On the Control Display:
Calling up information on the info
display
1. "Settings"
2. "Instrument cluster"
3. Select the desired displays.
Information in detail
Range
Displays the estimated cruising range available
with the remaining fuel.
It is calculated based on your driving style over
the last 20 miles/30 km.
Press the onboard computer button on the
turn signal lever.
Information is displayed in the info display of
the instrument cluster.
Average fuel consumption
The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the period while the engine is running.
Information at a glance
The average fuel consumption is calculated for
the distance traveled since the last reset by the
on-board comupter.
Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn
signal lever calls up the following information in
the info display:
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
Range.
Average speed
Average consumption, fuel.
Average consumption, fuel.
Average speed.
Date.
Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the
engine manually stopped are not included in
the calculation of the average speed.
Resetting average values
Press and hold the onboard computer button
on the turn signal lever.
Speed limit detection.
Time of arrival.
When destination guidance is activated in
the navigation system.
Distance to destination
The distance remaining to the destination is
displayed if a destination is entered in the navi‐
gation system before the trip is started.
▷
▷
Distance to destination.
When destination guidance is activated in
the navigation system.
The distance to the destination is adopted au‐
tomatically.
External temperature and date.
When the digital tachometer is active.
Time of arrival
Adjusting the info display
The estimated time of arrival is
displayed if a destination is en‐
tered in the navigation system
before the trip is started.
Depending on the vehicle equipment version,
you can select what information from the com‐
puter is to be displayed on the info display of
the instrument cluster.
The time must be correctly set.
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Speed limit detection
Description of the speed limit detection, refer
Sport displays
The concept
On the Control Display, the current values for
performance and torque can be displayed if
the vehicle is appropriately equipped.
Trip computer
The vehicle features two types of board com‐
puters.
Displaying sport displays on the
Control Display
▷
"Onboard info": the values can be reset as
often as necessary.
1. "Vehicle info"
▷
"Trip computer": the values provide an
overview of the current trip.
2. "Sport displays"
Resetting the trip computer
Speed warning
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"
The concept
Displays a speed, when reached, should cause
a warning to be issued.
2. "Trip computer"
3. "Reset": all values are reset.
"Automatically reset": all values are reset
approx. 4 hours after the vehicle came to a
standstill.
The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed
drops below the set speed once by at least
3 mph/5 km/h.
Display on the Control Display
Display the computer or trip computer on the
Control Display.
Displaying, setting or changing the
speed warning
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"
1. "Settings"
2. "Speed"
2. "Onboard info" or "Trip computer"
3. "Warning at:"
Resetting the fuel consumption or
speed
On the Control Display:
4. Turn the controller until the desired speed
is displayed.
5. Press the controller.
Speed warning is stored.
1. "Vehicle info"
2. "Onboard info"
3. "Consumpt." or "Speed"
4. "Yes"
Activating/deactivating the speed
warning
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
2. "Speed"
3. "Warning"
4. Press the controller.
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3. "Format:"
Setting your current speed as the
speed warning
On the Control Display:
4. Select the desired format.
The time format is stored.
1. "Settings"
Automatic time setting
2. "Speed"
Depending on your vehicle's optional features,
the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are
updated automatically.
3. "Select current speed"
4. Press the controller.
The current vehicle speed is stored as the
speed warning.
1. "Settings"
2. "Time/Date"
3. "Auto time set"
Settings on the Control
Display
Date
Setting the date
1. "Settings"
2. "Time/Date"
3. "Date:"
Time
Setting the time zone
1. "Settings"
2. "Time/Date"
4. Turn the controller until the desired day is
displayed.
3. "Time zone:"
5. Press the controller.
4. Select the desired time zone.
The time zone is stored.
6. Make the necessary settings for the month
and year.
Setting the time
1. "Settings"
2. "Time/Date"
3. "Time:"
The date is stored.
Setting the date format
1. "Settings"
2. "Time/Date"
4. Turn the controller until the desired hours
are displayed.
3. "Format:"
4. Select the desired format.
The date format is stored.
5. Press the controller.
6. Turn the controller until the desired mi‐
nutes are displayed.
Language
7. Press the controller.
The time is stored.
Setting the language
To set the language on the Control Display:
Setting the time format
1. "Settings"
1. "Settings"
2. "Language/Units"
3. "Language:"
2. "Time/Date"
4. Select the desired language.
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Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Head-up Display
The concept
Setting the voice dialog
Voice dialog for the voice activation system,
refer to page 28.
Units of measure
Setting the units of measure
To set the units for fuel consumption, route/
distance and temperature:
This system projects important information
into the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed.
1. "Settings"
2. "Language/Units"
The driver can get information without averting
his or her eyes from the road.
3. Select the desired menu item.
4. Select the desired unit.
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Display visibility
The visibility of the displays in the Head-up
Display is influenced by the following factors:
Brightness
▷
▷
Certain sitting positions.
Setting the brightness
To set the brightness of the Control Display:
Objects on the cover of the Head-up Dis‐
play.
▷
▷
▷
Sunglasses with certain polarization filters.
Wet roads.
1. "Settings"
2. "Control display"
3. "Brightness"
Unfavorable light conditions.
If the image is distorted, check the basic set‐
tings.
4. Turn the controller until the desired bright‐
ness is set.
5. Press the controller.
Switching on/off
1. "Settings"
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
2. "Head-Up Display"
3. "Head-Up Display"
Depending on the light conditions, the bright‐
ness settings may not be clearly visible.
Display
Standard view
▷
▷
▷
▷
Speed.
Navigation system.
Check Control messages.
Selection list from the instrument cluster.
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Driver assistance systems.
3. "Brightness"
4. Turn the controller.
Some of this information is only displayed
briefly as needed.
When the low beams are activated, the bright‐
ness of the Head-up Display can be addition‐
ally influenced using the instrument lighting.
M view
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Adjusting the height
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
2. "Head-Up Display"
3. "Height"
1
2
3
4
5
6
Current engine speed, highlighted
Shift point indicator
4. Turn the controller.
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Pre-warning field, speed display
Red warning field, speed display
Speed
Setting the rotation
On the Control Display:
Gear display/warning messages
1. "Settings"
Activate M view:
2. "Head-Up Display"
3. "Rotation"
Select displays in the Head-up Display.
4. Turn the controller.
Selecting displays in the Head-up
Display
On the Control Display:
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
1. "Settings"
Special windshield
The windshield is part of the system.
2. "Head-Up Display"
3. "Displayed information"
The shape of the windshield makes it possible
to display a precise image.
4. Select the desired displays in the Head-up
Display.
A film in the windshield prevents double im‐
ages from being displayed.
Setting the brightness
The brightness is automatically adjusted to the
ambient brightness.
Therefore, have the special windshield re‐
placed by a service center only.
The basic setting can be adjusted manually.
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
2. "Head-Up Display"
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5. "M View"
Shift point indicator
General information
Display
The display is in the Head-up Display and in‐
strument cluster.
Shift lights in the instrument cluster
Display
▷
▷
Current engine speed is displayed in the
tachometer.
Arrow 1: successive yellow illuminated
fields indicate the upcoming upshift mo‐
ment.
▷
▷
Current engine speed is displayed in the
tachometer.
▷
Arrow 2: fields are illuminated in red. Do
not wait any further to shift.
Arrow 1: successive yellow illuminated
fields indicate the upcoming upshift mo‐
ment.
When the maximum possible speed is
reached, the entire display flashes.
When the maximum speed is exceeded, the
supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect
the engine. Speeds in this range must be
avoided.
▷
Arrow 2: fields are illuminated in red. Do
not wait any further to shift.
When the maximum possible speed is
reached, the entire display flashes.
When the maximum speed is exceeded, the
supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect
the engine. Speeds in this range must be
avoided.
Shift point indicator in the Head-up
Display
Switching on
Shift lights are only shown in the Head-up Dis‐
1. Switch on Head-up Display, refer to
2. "Settings"
3. "Head-Up Display"
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Lights
If the driver door is opened with the ignition
switched off, the exterior lighting is automati‐
cally switched off at these switch settings.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Parking lights
Position of switch
: the vehicle's lights
light up on all sides, e.g., for parking.
Do not use the parking lights for extended pe‐
riods; otherwise, they might drain the battery
and it would then be impossible to start the en‐
gine.
When parking, it is preferable to switch on the
one-sided roadside parking lights, refer to
Overview
Low beams
Position of switch
with the ignition
switched on: the low beams light up.
Welcome lights
When the vehicle is parked, leave the switch in
position
or
: parking and interior lights
come on briefly when the vehicle is unlocked
depending on the ambient brightness.
1
2
Rear fog lights
Depending on the equipment: automatic
headlight control, Adaptive Light Control,
High-beam Assistant, Welcome lights,
Daytime running lights
Activating/deactivating
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
3
4
5
Lights off, daytime running lights
2. "Lighting"
Parking lights / daytime running lights
3. "Welcome lights"
Depending on the equipment: low beams,
welcome lights, High-beam Assistant
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
6
Instrument lighting
Headlight courtesy delay feature
The low beams stay lit for a short while if the
headlight flasher is switched on after the radio-
ready state is switched off.
Parking lights/low beams,
headlight control
General information
Position of switch:
,
,
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2. "Lighting"
Setting the duration
On the Control Display:
3. "Daytime running lamps"
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
1. "Settings"
2. "Lighting"
3. "Pathway lighting:"
4. Set length of time.
Roadside parking lights
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Automatic headlight control
Position of switch
: the low beams are acti‐
vated and off automatically, e.g., in tunnels, in
twilight or if there is precipitation. The indicator
lamp in the instrument cluster lights up.
The vehicle can be illuminated on one side.
When emerging from a tunnel during the day,
the low beams are not switched off immedi‐
ately but instead only after approx. 2 minutes.
Switching on
With the ignition switched off, press the lever
either up or down past the resistance point for
approx. 2 seconds.
A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can
cause the lights to be switched on.
Personal responsibility
The automatic headlight control cannot
serve as a substitute for your personal judg‐
ment in determining when to turn the lights on
in response to ambient lighting conditions.
Switch off
Briefly press the lever to the resistance point in
the opposite direction.
E. g. the sensors are unable to detect fog or
hazy weather. To avoid safety risks under
these conditions, you should always switch on
the lights manually.◀
Adaptive Light Control
The concept
Adaptive Light Control is a variable headlight
control system that enables dynamic illumina‐
tion of the road surface.
Daytime running lights
With the ignition switched on, the daytime run‐
ning lights light up in position
. After the ignition is switched off, the park‐
ing lights light up in position
,
or
Depending on the steering angle and other pa‐
rameters, the light from the headlight follows
the course of the road.
.
Activating/deactivating
Activating
In some countries, daytime running lights are
mandatory, so it may not be possible to deacti‐
vate the daytime running lights.
Position of switch
switched on.
with the ignition
To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐
tive Light Control does not swivel to the driv‐
er's side when the vehicle is at a standstill.
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
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The turning lights are automatically switched
on depending on the steering angle or the use
of turn signals.
Activating
When driving in reverse, the turning lights may
be automatically switched on regardless of the
steering angle.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
Adaptive Light Control is malfunctioning or has
failed. Have the system checked as soon as
possible.
1. Depending on the equipment, turn the light
switch into position or
.
2. Press button on the turn signal lever, ar‐
row.
High-beam Assistant
The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster lights up.
The concept
When the low beams are activated, this system
automatically switches the high beams on and
off or suppresses the light in the areas that
blind oncoming traffic. The procedure is con‐
trolled by a camera on the front of the interior
rearview mirror. The assistant ensures that the
high beams are activated whenever the traffic
situation allows. The driver can intervene at
any time and switch the high beams non and
off as usual.
When the low beams are on, the lights are au‐
tomatically brightened or dimmed.
The system responds to light from oncoming
traffic and traffic driving ahead of you, and to
adequate illumination, e.g., in towns and cities.
The blue indicator lamp in the instru‐
ment cluster lights up when the system
switches on the high beams. Depend‐
ing on the version of the system in the vehicle,
the high beams may not switch off for oncom‐
ing vehicles, but may only be dimmed in the
areas that blind oncoming traffic. In this case,
the blue indicator light will stay on.
Note
Personal responsibility
The High-beam Assistant cannot serve
as a substitute for the driver's personal judg‐
ment of when to use the high beams. There‐
fore, manually reel off the high beams in situa‐
tions where required to avoid a safety risk.◀
Switching the high beams on and off
manually
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High beams on, arrow 1.
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High beams off/headlight flasher, arrow 2.
Interior lights
The High-beam Assistant can be switched off
when manually adjusting the light. To reacti‐
vate the High-beam Assistant, press the but‐
ton on the turn signal lever.
General information
The interior lights, footwell lights, access lights
and courtesy lights are controlled automati‐
cally.
System limits
Thumb wheel for the instrument lighting con‐
trols brightness of some of these features.
The system is not fully functional in situations
such as the following, and driver intervention
may be necessary:
Overview
▷
In very unfavorable weather conditions,
such as fog or heavy precipitation.
▷
When detecting poorly-lit road users such
as pedestrians, cyclists, horseback riders
and wagons; when driving close to train or
ship traffic; and at animal crossings.
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In tight curves, on hilltops or in depres‐
sions, in cross traffic or half-obscured on‐
coming traffic on freeways.
1
2
Interior lights
Reading lamp
In poorly-lit towns and cities and in the
presence of highly reflective signs.
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At low speeds.
Switching the interior lights on and off
When the windshield behind the interior
rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐
ered with stickers, etc.
Press button.
To reel off permanently: press the button for
approx. 3 seconds.
Instrument lighting
Switch back on: press button.
Adjusting
Reading lights
The parking lights or low beams
must be switched on to adjust
the brightness.
Press button.
Reading lights are located at the front and rear
next to the interior lights.
Adjust the brightness with the
thumbwheel.
Ambient light
Depending on your optional features lighting
can be adjusted for some lights in the interior.
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Selecting color scheme
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
2. "Lighting"
3. "Ambient:"
4. Select desired setting.
With a color scheme selected and welcome
lights activated they illuminate in the line's
color when vehicle is unlocked.
Setting the brightness
The brightness of the ambient light can be ad‐
justed via the thumbwheel for the instrument
lighting or on the Control Display.
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
2. "Lighting"
3. "Brightness:"
4. Adjust the brightness.
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the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
Airbags
1
2
3
Front airbag, driver
Front airbag, front passenger
Head airbag
4
5
Side airbag
Knee airbags
Front airbags
Side airbags
Front airbags help protect the driver and front
passenger by responding to frontal impacts in
which safety belts alone would not provide ad‐
equate restraint.
In a lateral impact, the side airbag supports the
side of the body in the chest and lap area.
Head airbags
In a lateral impact, the head airbag supports
the head.
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Make sure that occupants keep their heads
away from the side airbag and do not rest
against the head airbag; otherwise, injuries
might occur when airbag is activated.
Ejection Mitigation
The head airbag system is designed as an
ejection mitigation countermeasure to reduce
the likelihood of ejections of vehicle occupants
through side windows during rollovers or side
impact events.
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Do not remove the airbag system.
Do not remove the steering wheel.
Do not apply adhesive materials to the air‐
bag cover panels, do not cover them or
modify them in any way.
Knee airbag
The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal
impact.
▷
Never modify either the individual compo‐
nents or the wiring in the airbag system.
This also applies to steering wheel covers,
the dashboard, the seats, the roof pillars
and the sides of the roofliner.◀
Protective action
Airbags are not triggered in every impact situa‐
tion, e.g., in less severe accidents or rear-end
collisions.
Even when you follow all instructions very
closely, injury from contact with the airbags
cannot be ruled out in certain situations.
Information on how to ensure the optimal
protective effect of the airbags
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Keep at a distance from the airbags.
The ignition and inflation noise may lead to
short-term and, in most cases, temporary
hearing impairment in sensitive individuals.
Always grasp the steering wheel on the
steering wheel rim, holding your hands at
the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to
keep the risk of injury to your hands or
arms as low as possible when the airbag is
triggered.
Malfunction, deactivation and after de‐
ploying the airbags
Do not touch the individual components imme‐
diately after the system has been triggered;
otherwise, you may risk burns.
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There should be no person, animals, or ob‐
jects between an airbag and a person.
Only have the airbags checked, repaired or dis‐
mantled and the airbag generator scrapped by
the service center or an authorized repair shop
for handling explosives.
Do not use the cover of the front airbag on
the front passenger side as a storage area.
Dashboard and windshield on the front
passenger side must stay clear - do not at‐
tach adhesive labels or coverings and do
not attach brackets or cables, e. g., for GPS
devices or' mobile phones.
Non-professional attempts to service the sys‐
tem could lead to failure in an emergency or
unintentional activation of the airbag - both
may lead to injury.◀
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Make sure that the front passenger is sit‐
ting correctly, i.e., keeps his or her feet and
legs in the footwell; otherwise, leg injuries
might occur when front airbag is activated.
Warnings and information on the airbags are
also found on the sun visors.
Functional readiness of the airbag
system
Do not place slip covers, seat cushions or
other objects on the front passenger seat
that are not approved specifically for seats
with integrated side airbags.
When the ignition is reel on, the warn‐
ing lamp in the instrument cluster lights
up briefly and thereby indicates the op‐
Do not hang pieces of clothing, such as
jackets, over the backrests.
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erational readiness of the entire airbag system
and the belt tensioner.
In this case, change the sitting position so that
the front-seat passenger airbags are activated
and the indicator lamp goes out.
If it is not possible to activate the airbags, have
the person sit in the rear.
Airbag system malfunctioning
▷
Warning lamp does not come on when the
ignition is turned on.
To enable correct recognition of the occupied
seat cushion
▷
The warning lamp lights up continuously.
▷
Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats
or other items to the front passenger seat
unless they are specifically recommended
by your vehicle's manufacturer.
In case of a malfunction have airbag sys‐
tem checked immediately.
In case of a malfunction have airbag system
checked immediately; otherwise, there is a risk
that the system does not function as expected
in case of a severe accident.◀
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Do not place any electronic devices on the
passenger seat if a child restraint system is
to be installed on it.
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Do not place objects under the seat that
could press against the seat from below.
Automatic deactivation of the front-
seat passenger airbags
The system reads if the front passenger seat is
occupied by measuring the human body's re‐
sistance.
No moisture in or on the seat.
Indicator lamp for the front-seat
passenger airbags
Front, knee and side airbag on the front pas‐
senger's side are either activated or deacti‐
vated.
Leave feet in the footwell
Make sure that the front passenger
keeps his or her feet in the footwell; otherwise,
proper functioning of the front passenger air‐
bag might not be assured.◀
Child restraint fixing system in the front
passenger seat
The indicator lamp for the front-seat passen‐
ger airbags indicates the operating state of the
front-seat passenger airbags.
Before transporting a child on the front pas‐
senger seat, refer to the safety notes and in‐
structions for children on the front passenger
seat, see Children.◀
The lamp indicates whether the airbags are ei‐
ther activated or deactivated.
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The indicator lamp lights up
when a child is properly
seated in a child restraint fix‐
ing system or when the seat
is empty. The airbags on the
front passenger side are not
activated.
Malfunction of the automatic
deactivation system
When transporting older children and adults,
the front-seat passenger airbags may be deac‐
tivated in certain sitting positions. In this case,
the indicator lamp for the front-seat passenger
airbags lights up.
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The indicator lamp does not light up when,
e.g., a correctly seated person of sufficient
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size is detected on the seat. The airbags
on the front passenger side are activated.
Unobstructed area of movement
Ensure that the area of movement of the
seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury
or damage to objects.◀
Detected child seats
The system generally detects children seated
in a child seat, particularly in child seats re‐
quired by NHTSA when the vehicle was manu‐
factured. After installing a child seat, make
sure that the indicator lamp for the front-seat
passenger airbags lights up. This indicates
that the child seat has been detected and the
front-seat passenger airbags are not activated.
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
The concept
The system monitors tire inflation pressure in
the four mounted tires. The system warns you
if there is a significant loss of pressure in one
or more tires. For this purpose, sensors in the
tire valves measure the tire inflation pressure
and tire temperature.
Strength of the driver's and front-seat
passenger airbag
The explosive power that activates driver's/
front passenger's airbags very much depends
on the positions of the driver's/front passeng‐
er's seat.
Hints
Tire damage due to external factors
Sudden tire damage caused by external
circumstances cannot be recognized in ad‐
vance.◀
With a respective message appearing on Con‐
trol Display calibrate the front seats to keep
the accuracy of this function over the long-
term.
With use of the system observe further infor‐
mation found under Tire inflation pressure, re‐
fer to page 172.
Calibrating the front seats
A corresponding message appears on the
Control Display.
Functional requirements
The system must have been reset with the
correct tire inflation pressure; otherwise, relia‐
ble signaling of tire inflation pressure loss is
not assured.
1. Press the reel and move the respective
seat all the way forward.
2. Press the reel forward again. The seat still
moves forward slightly.
Reset the system after each adjustment of the
tire inflation pressure and after every tire or
wheel change.
3. Readjust the seat to the desired position.
The calibration procedure is completed when
the message on the Control Display disap‐
pears.
Always use wheels with TPM electronics to
ensure that the system will operate properly.
If the message continues to be displayed, re‐
peat the calibration.
Status display
If the message does not disappear after a re‐
peat calibration, have the system checked as
soon as possible.
The current status of the Tire Pressure Moni‐
tor TPM can be displayed on the Control Dis‐
play, e.g., whether or not the TPM is active.
On the Control Display:
1. "Vehicle info"
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2. "Vehicle status"
On the Control Display and on the vehicle:
3.
"Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)"
1. "Vehicle info"
The status is displayed.
2. "Vehicle status"
3.
"Perform reset"
Status control display
4. Start the engine - do not drive off.
Tire and system status are indicated by the
color of the wheels and a text message on the
Control Display.
5. Reset tire inflation pressure:"Perform
reset".
6. Drive away.
All wheels green
The tires are shown in gray and the status is
displayed.
System is active and will issue a warning rela‐
tive to the tire inflation pressures stored during
the last reset.
After driving faster than 19 mph/30 km/h for a
short period, the set tire inflation pressures are
accepted as reference values. The reset is
completed automatically while driving.
One wheel is yellow
A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in
the indicated tire.
After a successfully completed Reset, the
wheels on the Control Display are shown in
green and "Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)
active" is displayed.
All wheels are yellow
A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in
several tires.
You may interrupt this trip at any time. When
you continue the reset resumes automatically.
Wheels, gray
The system cannot detect a flat tire. Reasons
for this may be:
Low tire pressure message
The yellow warning lamp lights up. A
Check Control message is displayed.
▷
▷
The system is being reset.
Malfunction.
▷
There is a flat tire or a major loss in
tire inflation pressure.
▷
No reset was performed for the system.
The system therefore issues a warning
based on the tire inflation pressures before
the last reset.
Status information
The status control display additionally shows
the current tire inflation pressures and, de‐
pending on the model, tire temperatures. It
shows the actual values read; they may vary
depending on driving style or weather condi‐
tions.
1. Reduce your speed and stop cautiously.
Avoid sudden braking and steering maneu‐
vers.
2. Identify the damaged wheel. Do so by
checking the tire inflation pressure using
the Mobility System. To correct the tire in‐
flation pressure
Carry out reset
Reset the system after each adjustment of the
tire inflation pressure and after every tire or
wheel change.
3. Repair flat tire with the Mobility System or
replace the damaged wheel.
A low tire inflation pressure might turn on DSC
Dynamic Stability Control.
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TPM was unable to complete the reset.
Reset the system again.
Required tire inflation pressure check
message
A Check Control message is displayed in the
following situations
Interference through systems or devices
with the same radio frequency: after leav‐
ing the area of the interference, the system
automatically becomes active again.
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The system has detected a wheel change,
but no reset was done.
Inflation was not carried out according to
specifications.
Declaration according to NHTSA/
FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring
System
The tire inflation pressure has fallen below
the level of the last confirmation.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided)
should be checked monthly when cold and in‐
flated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres‐
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres‐
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel ef‐
ficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please
note that the TPMS is not a substitute for
proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's
responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure,
even if under-inflation has not reached the
level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low
tire pressure telltale. Your vehicle has also
been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indi‐
cator to indicate when the system is not oper‐
ating properly. The TPMS malfunction indica‐
tor is combined with the low tire pressure
telltale. When the system detects a malfunc‐
tion, the telltale will flash for approximately one
minute and then remain continuously illumi‐
nated. This sequence will continue upon sub‐
In this case:
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Check the tire pressure and correct as
needed.
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Carry out a reset of the system after a tire
change.
System limits
The system does not function properly if a re‐
set has not been carried out, e.g., a flat tire is
reported though tire inflation pressures are
correct.
The tire inflation pressure depends on the
tire's temperature. Driving or exposure to the
sun will increase the tire's temperature, thus
increasing the tire inflation pressure. The tire
inflation pressure is reduced when the tire
temperature falls again. These circumstances
may cause a warning when temperatures fall
very sharply.
Malfunction
The yellow warning lamp flashes and
then lights up continuously. A Check
Control message is displayed. No flat
tire or loss of tire inflation pressure can be de‐
tected.
Display in the following situations:
▷
A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted:
have the service center check it if needed.
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Malfunction: have the system checked by
your service center.
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sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐
function exists. When the malfunction indicator
is illuminated, the system may not be able to
detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of
reasons, including the installation of replace‐
ment or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle
that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop‐
erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction tell‐
tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels
on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement
or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS
to continue to function properly.
Be alert
Due to system limitations, warnings may
be not issued at all, or may be issued late or
improperly. Therefore, always be alert and
ready to intervene; otherwise, there is the risk
of an accident.◀
Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
At a glance
Intelligent Safety
Button in the vehicle
The concept
Intelligent Safety enables central operation of
the driver assistance system.
Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, In‐
telligent Safety consists of one or more sys‐
tems that can help prevent a imminent colli‐
sion. These systems are active automatically
every time the engine is started using the
Start/Stop button:
Intelligent Safety button
▷
Front-end collision warning with City Brak‐
▷
Camera
Hints
Personal responsibility
The system does not serve as a substi‐
tute for the driver's personal judgment of the
traffic situation.
Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐
cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise acci‐
dents are still possible despite all warnings.◀
The camera is found near the interior rearview
mirror.
Adapting your speed and driving style
The displays and warnings of the system
do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to
adapt his or her driving speed and style to the
traffic conditions.◀
Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐
terior rearview mirror clean and clear.
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Switching on/off
Detection range
The Intelligent Safety systems are automati‐
cally active after every departure.
Press button: the systems are turned
off. The LED goes out.
Press button: the systems are turned on. The
LED lights up.
Settings can be made on the Control Display.
It responds to objects if they are detected by
the system.
Front-end collision warning
with City Braking function
Hints
The concept
Personal responsibility
The ystem can help prevent accidents. If an
accident cannot be prevented, the system will
help reduce the collision speed.
The system does not serve as a substi‐
tute for the driver's personal judgment of the
traffic situation.
The system sounds a warning before an immi‐
nent collision and actuates brakes independ‐
ently if needed.
Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐
cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise acci‐
dents are still possible despite all warnings.◀
The automatic braking intervention is done
with limited force and duration.
Adapting your speed and driving style
A camera in the area of the rearview mirror
controls the system.
The displays and warnings of the system
do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to
adapt his or her driving speed and style to the
traffic conditions.◀
The front-end collision warning is available
even if cruise control has been deactivated.
With the vehicle approaching another vehicle
intentionally the collision warning is delayed
avoiding false alarm.
Be alert
Due to system limitations, warnings may
be not issued at all, or may be issued late or
improperly. Therefore, always be alert and
ready to intervene; otherwise, there is the risk
of an accident.◀
General information
The system warns at two levels of an imminent
danger of collision at speeds from approx.
3 mph/5 km/h. Time of warnings may vary with
the current driving situation.
Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Appropriate braking kicks in at speeds of up to
35 mph/60 km/h.
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Button in the vehicle
Setting the warning time
The warning time can be set via iDrive.
1. "Settings"
2. "Frontal Coll. Warning"
3. Activate the desired time on the Control
Display.
The selected time is stored for the profile cur‐
rently in use.
Warning with braking function
Display
Intelligent Safety button
If a collision with a recognized vehicle is immi‐
nent a warning symbol appears in the instru‐
ment cluster and in the Head-Up Display.
Camera
Symbol Measure
The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐
ing.
Brake and increase distance.
The vehicle flashes red and an
acoustic signal sounds: acute warn‐
ing.
You are requested to intervene by
braking or make an evasive maneu‐
ver.
The camera is found near the interior rearview
mirror.
Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐
terior rearview mirror clean and clear.
Prewarning
This warning is issued, e.g., when there is the
impending danger of a collision or the distance
to the vehicle ahead is too small.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically
The system is automatically active after every
driving-off.
The driver must intervene actively when there
is a prewarning.
Acute warning with braking function
Switch off
Warning of the imminent danger of a collision
when the vehicle approaches another object at
a relatively high differential speed.
Press button: the system is switched
off. The LED goes out.
Re-press button: the system is switched on.
The LED lights up.
The driver must intervene actively when there
is an acute warning. If necessary, the driver is
assisted by a minor automatic braking inter‐
vention in a possible risk of collision.
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Acute warnings can also be triggered without
previous prewarning.
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In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐
fall.
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In tight curves.
Braking intervention
If the driving stability control systems are
limited or deactivated, e.g., DSC OFF.
The warning prompts the driver himself/herself
to react. During a warning, the maximum brak‐
ing force is used. Premise for the brake boos‐
ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping on
the brake pedal. The system can assist with
some braking intervention if there is risk of a
collision. At low speeds vehicles may thus
come to a complete stop.
▷
▷
▷
▷
If the field of view of the camera in the mir‐
ror is dirty or obscured.
Up to 10 seconds after the start of the en‐
gine, via the Start/Stop knob.
During calibration of the camera immedi‐
ately after vehicle shipment.
Manual transmission: During a braking inter‐
vention up to a complete stop, the engine may
be shut down.
If there is constant blinding effects be‐
cause of oncoming light, e. g., from the sun
low in the sky.
The braking intervention is executed only if
DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on
and M Dynamic mode MDM is not activated.
Warning sensitivity
The more sensitive the warning settings are,
e.g. the warning time, the more warnings are
displayed. However, there may also be an ex‐
cess of false warnings.
The braking intervention can be interrupted by
stepping on the accelerator pedal or by ac‐
tively moving the steering wheel.
Object detection can be restricted. Limitations
of the detection range and functional restric‐
tions are to be considered.
Pedestrian warning with city
braking function
System limits
The concept
Detection range
The system's detection potential is limited.
The ystem can help prevent accidents with pe‐
destrians.
The system issues a warning in the city driving
speed area if there is imminent danger of a col‐
lision with pedestrians and includes a braking
function.
Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐
sued late.
E. g. the following situations may not be de‐
tected:
The camera in the area of the rearview mirror
controls the system.
▷
Slow moving vehicles when you approach
them at high speed.
▷
Vehicles that suddenly swerve in front of
you, or sharply decelerating vehicles.
General information
In daylight the system warns of possible colli‐
sions with pedestrians at speeds from about
6 mph/10 km/h to about 35 mph/60 km/h
shortly before a collision the system supports
you with a braking intervention.
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▷
Vehicles with an unusual rear appearance.
Two-wheeled vehicles ahead of you.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
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Under those circumstances it reacts to people
who are within the detection range of the sys‐
tem.
Be alert
Due to system limitations, warnings may
be not issued at all, or may be issued late or
improperly. Therefore, always be alert and
ready to intervene; otherwise, there is the risk
of an accident.◀
Detection range
Tow-starting and towing
For tow-starting or towing, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
At a glance
The detection area in front of the vehicle is div‐
ided into two areas.
Button in the vehicle
▷
Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of the
vehicle.
▷
Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and
left.
A collision is imminent if pedestrians are lo‐
cated within the central area. A warning is is‐
sued about pedestrians who are located within
the extended area only if they are moving in
the direction of the central area.
Intelligent Safety button
Hints
Camera
Personal responsibility
The system does not serve as a substi‐
tute for the driver's personal judgment of the
traffic situation.
Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐
cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise acci‐
dents are still possible despite all warnings.◀
Adapting your speed and driving style
The displays and warnings of the system
do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to
adapt his or her driving speed and style to the
traffic conditions.◀
The camera is found near the interior rearview
mirror.
Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐
terior rearview mirror clean and clear.
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Object detection can be restricted. Limitations
of the detection range and functional restric‐
tions are to be considered.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically
The system is automatically active after every
driving-off.
System limits
Detection range
Switch off
The detection potential of the camera is lim‐
ited.
Press button: the systems are turned
off. The LED goes out.
Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐
sued late.
Press button: the systems are turned on. The
LED lights up.
E. g. the following situations may not be de‐
tected:
Warning with braking function
Display
If a collision with a person detected in this way
is imminent, a warning symbol appears on the
instrument cluster and in the Head-up Display.
▷
▷
Partially covered pedestrians.
Pedestrians that are not detected as such
because of the viewing angle or contour.
▷
▷
Pedestrians outside of the detection range.
Pedestrians having a body size less than
32 in/80 cm.
The red symbol is displayed and a sig‐
nal sounds.
Functional limitations
Intervene immediately by braking or make an
evasive maneuver.
The system may not be fully functional or may
not be available in the following situations:
▷
In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐
fall.
Braking intervention
The warning prompts the driver himself/herself
to react. During a warning, the maximum brak‐
ing force is used. Premise for the brake boos‐
ter is sufficiently quick and hard stepping on
the brake pedal. The system can assist with
some braking intervention if there is risk of a
collision. At low speeds vehicles may thus
come to a complete stop.
▷
▷
In tight curves.
If the driving stability control systems are
deactivated, e.g. DSC OFF.
▷
▷
▷
▷
If the camera viewing field or the front
windshield are dirty or covered.
Up to 10 seconds after the start of the en‐
gine, via the Start/Stop knob.
Manual transmission: During a braking inter‐
vention up to a complete stop, the engine may
be shut down.
During calibration of the camera immedi‐
ately after vehicle shipment.
If there is constant blinding effects be‐
cause of oncoming light, e. g., from the sun
low in the sky.
The braking intervention is executed only if
DSC Dynamic Stability Control is switched on
and M Dynamic mode MDM is not activated.
▷
When it is dark outside.
The braking intervention can be interrupted by
stepping on the accelerator pedal or by ac‐
tively moving the steering wheel.
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Lane departure warning
The concept
Starting at a specific speed, this system alerts
you when the vehicle on streets with lane
markings is about to leave the lane. This
speed, depending on the country version, is
between 35 mph/55 km/h and
45 mph/70 km/h.
When switching on the system below this
speed, a message is displayed in the instru‐
ment cluster.
The camera is found near the interior rearview
mirror.
The steering wheel begins vibrating gently in
the event of warnings. The time of the warning
may vary depending on the current driving sit‐
uation.
Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐
terior rearview mirror clean and clear.
Switching on/off
The system does not provide a warning if the
turn signal is set before leaving the lane.
Press button.
▷
▷
On: the LED lights up.
Off: the LED goes out.
Hints
Personal responsibility
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
The system cannot serve as a substitute
for the driver's personal judgment of the
course of the road and the traffic situation.
Display in the instrument cluster
In the event of a warning, do not jerk the steer‐
ing wheel, as you may lose control of the vehi‐
cle.◀
▷
▷
Lines: system is activated.
Arrows: at least one lane marking
was detected and warnings can be
issued.
At a glance
Button in the vehicle
Issued warning
If you leave the lane and if a lane marking has
been detected, the steering wheel begins vi‐
brating.
If the turn signal is set before changing the
lane, a warning is not issued.
End of warning
The warning ends:
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▷
▷
Automatically after approx. 3 seconds.
When returning to your own lane.
When braking hard.
Lane departure warning
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▷
When using the turn signal.
The lamp in the exterior mirror housing is dim‐
med.
System limits
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
Before you change lanes after setting the turn
signal, the system issues a warning in the sit‐
uations described above.
▷
▷
In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.
The lamp in the exterior mirror housing flashes
and the steering wheel vibrates.
In the event of missing, worn, poorly visi‐
ble, merging, diverging, or multiple lane
markings such as in construction areas.
Hints
▷
When lane markings are covered in snow,
ice, dirt or water.
Personal responsibility
The system does not serve as a substi‐
tute for the driver's personal judgment of the
traffic situation.
▷
▷
In tight curves or on narrow lanes.
When the lane markings are covered by
objects.
Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐
cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise acci‐
dents are still possible despite all warnings.◀
▷
When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.
▷
▷
When driving toward bright lights.
At a glance
When the windshield in front of the interior
rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐
ered with stickers, etc.
Button in the vehicle
▷
During calibration of the camera immedi‐
ately after vehicle shipment.
Active Blind Spot Detection
The concept
Active Blind Spot Detection
Two radar sensors below the rear bumper
monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle
at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
The system indicates whether there are vehi‐
cles in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching
from behind on the adjacent lane, arrow 2.
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and the lamp in the exterior mirror housing
flashes brightly.
Radar sensors
The warning stops when the turn signal is
switched off, or the other vehicle leaves the
critical zone.
System limits
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
▷
When a vehicle is approaching at a speed
much faster than your own.
The radar sensors are located under the rear
bumper.
▷
▷
▷
In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.
In tight curves or on narrow lanes.
Switching on/off
If the bumper is dirty or iced up, or covered
with stickers.
Press button.
A Check Control message is displayed when
the system is not fully functional.
▷
▷
On: the LED lights up.
Off: the LED goes out.
For US owners only
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
The transmitter and receiver units comply with
part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication
Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐
erned by the following:
Display
FCC ID:
Lamp in the exterior mirror housing
▷
NBG009014A.
Compliance statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
▷
This device may not cause harmful inter‐
ference, and
▷
this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Information stage
Any unauthorized modifications or changes to
these devices could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
The dimmed lamp in the exterior mirror hous‐
ing indicates when there are vehicles in the
blind spot or approaching from behind.
Warning
If the turn signal is set while a vehicle is in the
critical zone, the steering wheel vibrates briefly
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After travel has begun, the system is trained
about the driver, so that increasing lack of
alertness or fatigue can be detected.
Brake force display
The concept
This procedure takes the following criteria into
account:
▷
Personal driving style, e.g., steering behav‐
ior.
▷
Driving conditions, e.g., length of trip.
Starting at approximately 43 mph/70 km/h, the
system is active and can display a recommen‐
dation to take a break.
▷
▷
During normal brake application, the outer
brake lights light up.
Break recommendation
If the driver becomes increasingly less alert or
fatigued, a message is displayed in the Control
Display with the recommendation to take a
break.
During heavy brake application, the inner
brake lights light up in addition.
A recommendation to take a break is displayed
only once during an uninterrupted trip.
Attentiveness assistant
After a break, another recommendation to take
a break cannot be displayed until after approxi‐
mately 45 minutes.
The concept
The system can detect increasing lack of alert‐
ness or fatigue of the driver during long, mo‐
notonous journeys, e.g., on highways. In this
situation, it is recommended that the driver
takes a break.
System limits
The function may be limited in the following
situations, for instance, and will either output
an incorrect warning or no warning at all:
Note
▷
▷
When the clock is set incorrectly.
Personal responsibility
When the vehicle speed is mainly below
about 43 mph/70 km/h.
The system cannot act as a substitute for
the personal assessment of one's physical
state and may not detect an increasing lack of
alertness or fatigue or may not detect it cor‐
rectly. Therefore, make sure that the driver is
rested and alert; otherwise, risks may be de‐
tected too late and an accident be caused as a
result.◀
▷
▷
With a sporty driving style, such as during
rapid acceleration or when cornering fast.
In active driving situations, such as when
changing lanes frequently.
▷
▷
When the road surface is poor.
In the event of strong side winds.
Function
The system is activated each time the engine
is started and cannot be switched off.
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When the engine is started, an efficient driving
state is active by default. M Drive is deacti‐
vated.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
At a glance
Configurations
The configurations are preassigned as follows:
▷
▷
"M Drive 1": relaxed, comfortable driving.
"M Drive 2": sporty, dynamic driving.
Setting options
Antilock Brake System ABS
ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking.
Symbol Meaning
Dynamic Stability Control DSC, re‐
Mode MDM.
The vehicle contains its steering power even
during full brake applications, thus increasing
active safety.
Programs of M Engine Dynamics
ABS is operational every time you start the en‐
gine.
Programs of the Adaptive M chas‐
Brake assistant
Programs of Servotronic, refer to
When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the greatest possible
braking force boost. It reduces the braking dis‐
tance to a minimum during emergency stop.
This system utilizes all of the benefits provided
by ABS.
modes and Drivelogic driving pro‐
grams.
Views of the Head-up Display, refer
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the emergency stop.
Configuring M Drive
The preassigned configurations can be individ‐
ually adjusted.
M Drive
On the Control Display:
The concept
Individual settings can be carried out in two
preassigned configurations for the vehicle.
1. "Settings"
2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"
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3. Select the desired setting option.
4. Select the desired channel.
To reactivate all settings made for M Drive on
the Control Display, briefly press one of the fol‐
lowing buttons:
Individual settings are stored for the profile
currently in use.
▷
If M Drive is activated, a change in the setting
on the Control Display is immediately adopted.
▷
To adopt the changed settings in M Drive,
press and hold the corresponding button.
Activating/deactivating M Drive
Activating
Press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
Resetting M Drive
Individual settings can be reset to default val‐
ues.
▷
Activate M Drive 1.
1. "Settings"
▷
Activate M Drive 2.
2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"
3. "Reset M Drive 1" or "Reset M Drive 2"
4. "Yes"
If DSC OFF or MDM is set in M Drive, a mes‐
sage appears in the instrument cluster. This
message is confirmed by pressing the button
again.
To cancel resetting: "No"
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control
Deactivating
Press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel.
The concept
Indicator lights
DSC prevents traction loss in the power
wheels when driving off and accelerating.
▷
Indicator lamp comes on: corre‐
sponding M Drive is activated.
DSC also recognizes unstable vehicle condi‐
tions such as fishtailing or nose-diving. Within
the physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehi‐
cle on a steady course by reducing engine
speed and by applying brakes to the individual
wheels.
▷
Indicator lamp flashes: M Drive
could not be activated. Antilock
braking system ABS or Dynamic
Stability Control DSC directly regu‐
late the driving stability.
Reactivate M Drive if indicator lamp
is no longer flashing.
Note
Adjust your driving style to the situation
Hints
An appropriate driving style is always the
responsibility of the driver.
If M Drive is activated, individual settings can
also be modified outside of M Drive, e. g. using
the buttons in the center console. This deacti‐
vates M Drive.
The laws of physics cannot be repealed, not
even with DSC.
Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety
margin by driving in a risky manner.◀
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Do not deactivate DSC when driving with
roof load
The DSC system is switched off.
Do not deactivate Dynamic Stability Control
DSC when driving with roof load, e.g. roof-
mounted luggage rack.
Activating DSC
Press button.
DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator
lamp go out.
Otherwise, driving safety is not given in driv‐
ing-critical situation due to the elevated center
of gravity.◀
Indicator/warning lights
Overview
When DSC is deactivated, DSC OFF is dis‐
played in the instrument cluster.
Button in the vehicle
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is
deactivated.
M Dynamic Mode MDM
M Dynamic Mode makes it possible to drive on
a dry roadway with high longitudinal and trans‐
verse acceleration but with limited driving sta‐
bility.
Only in the absolute limit area does the system
intervene for stabilization by reducing the en‐
gine power and by braking interventions on the
wheels. In this driving condition, additional
steering corrections may be necessary.
DSC OFF button
Indicator/warning lights
Limited stabilizing interventions
The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐
trols the drive and braking forces.
When M Dynamic Mode is activated, sta‐
bilizing interventions are carried out only to a
reduced extent. You must react yourself; oth‐
erwise, there is the risk of an accident.◀
The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has
failed.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF
When DSC is deactivated, driving stability is
reduced during acceleration and when driving
in curves.
Activating MDM
Press button briefly.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC
again as soon as possible.
The MDM and DSC OFF indicator lights
on the instrument cluster light up.
Deactivating DSC
Press and hold this button but not longer
than approx. 10 seconds, until the indica‐
tor lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the instru‐
ment cluster and displays DSC OFF.
Deactivating MDM
Press button.
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The MDM and DSC OFF indicator lights go
out.
Active M differential
The concept
Via M Drive
On the Control Display:
The active M differential assures continuously
variable locking of the rear axle differential de‐
pending on the driving situation. This prevents
individual rear wheels from spinning even
when DSC is switched off and in M Dynamic
Mode, so that optimum traction is always as‐
sured in all driving situations.
1. "Settings"
2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"
3.
Select the symbol.
4. "MDM"
The driver is responsible adapting his or her
driving behavior to the situation.
To open M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
▷
Adaptive M chassis
▷
The concept
This system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐
tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐
eling on uneven road surfaces.
A message appears in the instrument cluster.
This message is confirmed by pressing the
button again.
The system enhances driving dynamics and
comfort fitting road surface and driving style.
Deactivating MDM
Press the appropriate button 1 or button 2 on
the steering wheel again.
Programs
Setting options for calibrating the shock ab‐
sorbers:
M Dynamic Mode and the settings selected
under M Drive are deactivated.
▷
▷
▷
"Comfort": comfort-oriented.
"Sport": balanced out.
Indicator/warning lights
"Sport Plus": consistently sporty.
Indicator lights light up:
M Dynamic Mode is activated.
Selecting a channel
Via M Drive
1. "Settings"
DSC indicator lamp also flashes:
2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"
M Dynamic Mode controls the drive
forces and brake forces.
3.
Select the symbol.
4. Select the desired channel.
Indicator lights light up:
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.
M Dynamic Mode or DSC has failed.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
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▷
▷
approx. 2 seconds and the vehicle will begin to
roll back.◀
Servotronic
Using the button
The concept
The Servotronic varies the steering force re‐
quired to turn the wheels in accordance with
the vehicle speed. At low speeds, the steering
force is strongly supported, i. e. during steer‐
ing, low force is required. As the speed in‐
creases, the assistance of the steering force is
reduced.
Furthermore, the steering force adapts accord‐
ing to the driving program, so that a direct,
sporty feel and/or comfortable steering is con‐
veyed.
Press button repeatedly until the desired
program is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Programs
Steering force setting options:
Display in the instrument cluster
Adaptive M chassis with selected pro‐
gram for the active display of driving
dynamics system statuses, refer to
▷
▷
▷
"Comfort": low.
"Sport": medium.
"Sport Plus": high.
Selecting a channel
Drive-off assistant
Via M Drive
This system supports driving off on inclines.
The parking brake is not required.
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
1. Hold the vehicle in place with the foot
brake.
2. "M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"
3.
Select the symbol.
2. Release the foot brake and drive off with‐
out delay.
4. Select the desired channel.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.
After the foot brake is released, the vehicle is
held in place for approx. 2 seconds.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
Depending on the vehicle load or when a trailer
is used, the vehicle may roll back slightly.
Driving off without delay
▷
After releasing the foot brake, start driv‐
ing without delay, since the drive-off assistant
will not hold the vehicle in place for more than
▷
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Using the button
Press button repeatedly until the desired
program is displayed in the instrument
cluster.
Display in the instrument cluster
Servotronic with selected program with
activated display of the System states
of the driving dynamics, refer to
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Overview
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Buttons on the steering wheel
Press button Function
System on/off, interrupt
Store speed
Resume speed
rocker switch: change, hold,
store speed
Cruise control
The concept
The system maintains a preset speed via the
buttons on the steering wheel. The system
brakes on downhill gradients if engine braking
is insufficient.
Controls
Switching on
Press button on the steering wheel.
General information
The marking in the speedometer is set to the
current speed.
Depending on the driving settings, the features
of the cruise control can change in certain
areas.
Cruise control can be used.
Switch off
Hints
Deactivated or interrupted system
Unfavorable conditions
With deactivated or interrupted system
use your brakes, steering and moves as usual
to avoid the chance of an accident.◀
Do not use the system if unfavorable
conditions make it impossible to drive at a con‐
stant speed, e.g.:
▷
▷
▷
On winding roads.
In heavy traffic.
Press button.
▷
▷
If active: press twice.
On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or
on a loose road surface.
If interrupted: press once.
Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehi‐
cle and cause an accident.◀
The displays go out. The stored desired speed
is deleted.
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speedometer and briefly in the instrument
cluster.
Interrupting
When active, press the button.
When cruise control is maintained or stored,
DSC Dynamic Stability Control will be turned
on if needed.
The system is automatically interrupted if:
▷
▷
The brakes are applied.
The clutch pedal is depressed for a few
seconds or released while a gear is not en‐
gaged.
Changing the speed
Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly
until the desired speed is set.
▷
The gear engaged is too high for the cur‐
rent speed.
If active, the displayed speed is stored and the
vehicle reaches the stored speed when the
road is clear.
▷
▷
MDM is activated or DSC is deactivated.
DSC is actively controlling stability.
▷
Each time the rocker switch is pressed to
the point of resistance, the desired speed
increases or decreases by approx.
1 mph/1 km/h.
Maintaining, storing, and changing the
speed
Hints
▷
Each time the rocker switch is pressed
past the point of resistance, the desired
speed increases or decreases by a maxi‐
mum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
Adjusting the desired speed
Modify desired speed to road conditions
and be ready to brake at all times; otherwise,
there is the risk of an accident.◀
The maximum speed that can be set de‐
pends on the vehicle.
▷
Pressing the rocker switch to the resist‐
ance point and holding it accelerates or de‐
celerates the vehicle without requiring
pressure on the accelerator pedal.
Maintaining/storing the speed
Press button.
Or:
After the rocker switch is released, the ve‐
hicle maintains its final speed. Pressing the
switch beyond the resistance point causes
the vehicle to accelerate more rapidly.
Resuming the desired speed
Press button.
The stored speed is reached and maintained.
Displays in the instrument cluster
Indicator lamp
Press the rocker switch while the system is in‐
terrupted.
When the system is switched on, the current
speed is maintained and stored as the desired
speed.
Depending on how the vehicle is equip‐
ped, the indicator lamp in the instru‐
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ment cluster indicates whether the system is
switched on.
An acoustic warning is first given:
▷
By the front sensors and the two rear cor‐
ner sensors at approx. 24 in/60 cm.
Desired speed
▷
By the rear middle sensors at approx.
5 ft/1.50 m.
▷
The marking lights up green:
the system is active.
To ensure full functionality:
▷
Do not cover sensors, e.g., with stickers,
bicycle racks.
▷
The marking lights up or‐
ange: the system has been
interrupted.
▷
▷
Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.
▷
The marking does not light up: the system
is switched off.
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
Brief status display
Hints
Selected desired speed.
Personal responsibility
Even an active system does not relieve
the driver from personal responsibility while
driving.
If --- appears briefly on the display for Check
Control messages, it is possible that the sys‐
tem requirements are currently not ready for
operations.
Technically the system has its limits, it cannot
independently react to all traffic situations.
Monitor your driving, be on the alert, observe
the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and
react when needed - risk of accident.◀
Displays in the Head-up Display
Some system information can also be dis‐
played in the Head-up Display.
Avoid driving fast with PDC
Avoid approaching an object too fast.
PDC Park Distance Control
Avoid driving off fast while PDC is not yet ac‐
tive.
The concept
For technical reasons, the system may other‐
wise be too late in issuing a warning.◀
PDC is a support when parking. When you
slowly approach an object in the rear - or also
in the front of the vehicle if the feature is availa‐
ble - then the object is reported through:
▷
▷
Signal tones.
Visual display.
General information
Ultrasound sensors in the bumpers measure
the distances from objects.
The maneuvering range, depending on the ob‐
stacle and environmental conditions, is approx.
6 ft/2 m.
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The shorter the distance to the object, the
shorter the intervals.
Overview
With front PDC: button in vehicle
If the distance to a detected object is less than
approx. 10 in/25 cm, a continuous tone is
sounded.
With front PDC: if objects are located both in
front of and behind the vehicle, an alternating
continuous signal is sounded.
Volume
The volume of the PDC signal tone can be ad‐
justed similar to the sound and volume set‐
tings of the radio.
PDC Park Distance Control
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Switching on/off
Visual warning
Switching on automatically
With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐
tion P R.
The approach of the vehicle to an object can
be shown on the Control Display. Objects that
are farther away are already displayed on the
Control Display before a signal sounds.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
A display appears as soon as Park Distance
Control (PDC) is activated.
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
The range of the sensors is represented in the
colors green, yellow and red.
Switch the system back on if needed.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐
played, the reel can be made to PDC:
With front PDC: switching on/off
manually
"Rear view camera"
Press button.
System limits
▷
▷
On: the LED lights up.
Off: the LED goes out.
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
Ultrasonic measuring might not function under
the following circumstances:
Display
▷
▷
For small children and animals.
For persons with certain clothing, e.g.
coats.
Signal tones
When approaching an object, an intermittent
sound indicates the position of the object. E. g.
if an object is detected to the left rear of the
vehicle, a signal tone sounds from the left rear
speaker.
▷
▷
With external interference of the ultra‐
sound, e.g. from passing vehicles or loud
machines.
When sensors are dirty, iced over, dam‐
aged or out of position.
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Under certain weather conditions such as
high relative humidity, rain, snowfall, ex‐
treme heat or strong wind.
ger present, the system is again fully func‐
tional.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
With tow bars and trailer couplings of other
vehicles.
▷
▷
▷
With thin or wedge-shaped objects.
With moving objects.
The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded
area on the Control Display.
PDC has failed. Have the system checked.
To ensure full functionality:
With elevated, protruding objects such as
ledges or cargo.
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With objects with corners and sharp edges.
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Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.
With objects with a fine surface structure
such as fences.
dimmedDo not put any stickers on sen‐
sors.
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For objects with porous surfaces.
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When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
Surround View
False warnings
PDC may issue a warning under the following
conditions even though there is no obstacle
within the detection range:
The concept
Surround View comprises various camera as‐
sistance systems that help the driver when
parking, maneuvering, and at complex exits
and intersections.
▷
▷
In heavy rain.
When sensors are very dirty or covered
with ice.
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Rearview camera, refer to page 124
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When sensors are covered in snow.
On rough road surfaces.
On uneven surfaces, such as speed
bumps.
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In large buildings with right angles and
smooth walls, e.g., in underground ga‐
rages.
Rearview camera
The concept
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In automatic car washes.
Through heavy pollution.
The rearview camera provides assistance in
parking and maneuvering backwards. The area
behind the vehicle is shown on the Control
Display.
Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g.,
sweeping machines, high pressure steam
cleaners or neon lights.
The malfunction is signaled by a continu‐
ous tone alternating between the front and
rear speakers. As soon as the malfunction
due to other ultrasound sources is no lon‐
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The rearview camera image is displayed if the
system was switched on via the iDrive.
Hints
Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects
that are not lidtured by the camera.◀
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on if needed.
At a glance
Switching on/off manually
Button in the vehicle
Press button.
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▷
On: the LED lights up.
Off: the LED goes out.
The PDC is shown on the Control Display.
Switching the view via iDrive
With PDC activated or Top View switched on:
"Rear view camera"
Rearview camera
The rearview camera image is displayed.
Display on the Control Display
Functional requirement
Camera
▷
▷
The rearview camera is switched on.
The trunk lid is fully closed.
Activating assistance functions
More than one assistance function can be ac‐
tive at the same time.
▷
Parking aid lines
The camera lens is located in the handle of the
tail gate. The image quality may be impaired by
dirt.
"Parking aid lines"
Lanes and turning radius are indicated.
Obstacle marking
▷
Clean the camera lens, refer to page 207.
"Obstacle marking"
Spatially-shaped markings are displayed.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically
With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐
tion P R.
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Pathway lines
Obstacle marking
Obstacle markings can be faded into the image
of the rearview camera.
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▷
Pathway lines can be superimposed on the
image of the rearview camera.
Their colored margins match the markings of
the PDC. This simplifies estimation of the dis‐
tance to the object shown.
They help you to estimate how much
space is needed when parking and maneu‐
vering on level pavement.
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They are dependent on the current steer‐
ing angle and are continuously adjusted to
the steering wheel movements.
Parking using pathway and turning
radius lines
1. Position the vehicle so that the turning ra‐
dius lines lead to within the limits of the
parking space.
Turning circle lines
▷
Turning circle lines can only be superim‐
posed on the rearview camera image to‐
gether with pathway lines.
2. Turn the steering wheel to the point where
the pathway line covers the corresponding
turning radius line.
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They show the course of the smallest pos‐
sible turning radius on a level road.
Only one turning radius line is displayed af‐
ter the steering wheel is turned past a cer‐
tain angle.
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Display settings
Hints
The images from both cameras are shown si‐
multaneously on the Control Display.
Brightness
With the rearview camera switched on:
Check the traffic situation as well
1.
Select the symbol.
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle on blind driveways and intersections with
your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could
result from road users or objects located out‐
side the picture area of the Side View cam‐
eras.◀
2. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Contrast
With the rearview camera switched on:
1.
Select the symbol.
At a glance
2. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Button in the vehicle
System limits
Detection of objects
Very low obstacles as well as high, protruding
objects such as ledges may not be detected by
the system.
Assistance functions also take into account
data of the PDC.
Follow instructions in the PDC chapter, refer to
Side View
The objects displayed on the Control Display
under certain circumstances are closer than
they appear. Do not estimate the distance from
the objects on the display.
Cameras
Side View
The concept
Side View provides an early look at cross traffic
at blind driveways and intersections. Road
users concealed by obstacles to the left and
right of the vehicle can only be detected rela‐
tively late from the driver's seat. To improve
visibility, two cameras in the front of the vehi‐
cle record the traffic situation on each side.
Two cameras integrated in the bumpers cap‐
ture the image.
The two camera lenses are located on the
sides of the bumper.
The image quality may be impaired by dirt.
Clean the camera lenses, refer to page 207.
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Switching on/off
System limits
The cameras lidture a maximum range of
330 ft/100 m.
Switching on/off manually
Press button.
Top View
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The concept
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Top View provides assistance in parking and
maneuvering. The area around the doors and
the road area around the vehicle are shown on
the Control Display for this purpose.
Switch the system back on if needed.
Display
General information
The traffic area to the left and right is displayed
on the Control Display.
The image is lidtured by two cameras
integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the
rearview camera.
The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and
rear.
In this way, obstacles up to the height of the
exterior mirrors are detected early.
Hints
Check the traffic situation as well
Guidelines at the bottom of the image show
the position of the front of the vehicle.
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects
that are not lidtured by the camera.◀
Brightness
With the Side View switched on:
Overview
1.
"Brightness"
Button in the vehicle
2. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Contrast
With the Side View switched on:
1.
"Contrast"
2. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Top View
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When the distance to an object is small, a red
bar is shown in front of the vehicle, as it is in
the PDC display.
Cameras
The lenses of the Top View camera are located
at the bottom in the mirror housings. The im‐
age quality may be impaired by dirt.
The display appears as soon as Top View is
activated.
Clean the camera lenses, refer to page 207.
When the image of the rearview camera is dis‐
played, it is possible to reel to top view:
Switching on/off
"Rear view camera"
Switching on automatically
With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐
tion P R.
Brightness
With Top View switched on:
The Top View and PDC images are displayed if
the system is switched on via iDrive.
1.
Select the symbol.
2. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Contrast
With Top View switched on:
Switch the system back on if needed.
1.
Select the symbol.
2. Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached, and press the controller.
Switching on/off manually
Press button.
Displaying the turning radius and
pathway lines
▷
▷
On: the LED lights up.
Off: the LED goes out.
▷
▷
The static, red turning radius line shows
the space needed to the side of the vehicle
when the steering wheel is turned all the
way.
Top View is displayed.
Display
The variable, green pathway line assists
you in assessing the amount of space ac‐
tually needed to the side of the vehicle.
Visual warning
The approach of the vehicle to an object can
be shown on the Control Display.
The lane line depends on the engaged
gear and the current steering angle. The
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track line is continuously adjusted for the
steering wheel movement.
Hints
Personal responsibility
"Parking aid lines"
Even an active system does not relieve
the driver from personal responsibility while
driving.
Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed.
System limits
Top View cannot be used in the following sit‐
uations:
Technically the system has its limits, it cannot
independently react to all traffic situations.
Monitor your driving, be on the alert, observe
the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and
react when needed - risk of accident.◀
▷
▷
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With a door open.
With the trunk lid open.
With an exterior mirror folded in.
In poor light.
Changes to the parking space
Changes to the parking space after it was
measured are not taken into account by the
system.
A Check Control message is displayed in some
of these situations.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the risk of an acci‐
dent.◀
Parking assistant
Transporting cargo
The concept
Cargo that extends beyond the perimeter
of the vehicle is not taken into account by the
system during the parking procedure.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, there is the risk of an acci‐
dent.◀
Curbs
The parking assistant may steer the vehi‐
cle over or onto curb if need be.
This system assists the driver in parking paral‐
lel to the road.
Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐
vene; otherwise, the wheels, tires, or the vehi‐
cle may become damaged.◀
Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces
on both sides of the vehicle.
An engine that has been switched off by the
Auto Start Stop function is restarted automati‐
cally when the parking assistant is activated.
The parking assistant calculates the best pos‐
sible parking line and takes control of steering
during the parking procedure.
When parking, also take note of the visual and
acoustic information and instructions issued
by the PDC, the parking assistant and the rear‐
view camera and react accordingly.
Requirements
For measuring parking spaces
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Maximum speed while driving forward ap‐
prox. 22 mph/35 km/h.
A component of the parking assistant is the
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Maximum distance to row of parked vehi‐
cles: 5 ft/1.5 m.
Ultrasound sensors
Suitable parking space
▷
Gap between two objects with a minimum
length of approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
▷
Min. length of gap between two objects:
your vehicle's length plus approx.
4 ft/1.2 m.
▷
Minimum depth: approx. 5 ft/1.5 m.
The ultrasound sensors for measuring parking
spaces are located on the side of the vehicle.
Regarding the parking procedure
▷
▷
▷
Doors and trunk lid closed.
Parking brake released.
To ensure full functionality:
▷
▷
Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.
When parking in parking spaces on the
driver's side, the corresponding turn signal
must be set where applicable.
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
▷
Do not put stickers over sensors.
Overview
Switching on/off
Button in the vehicle
Switching on with the button
Press button.
The LED lights up.
The current status of the parking space search
is indicated on the Control Display.
Parking assistant is activated automatically.
Switching on with the reverse gear
Shift into reverse.
Parking assistant
The current status of the parking space search
is indicated on the Control Display.
To activate:
"Parking Assistant"
Switch off
The system can be deactivated as follows:
▷
Press button.
▷
Switch off the ignition.
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Display on the Control Display
System activated/deactivated
Parking using the parking assistant
Check the traffic situation as well
Louds noises outside and inside the ve‐
hicle can drown out the parking assistant's and
PDC's signals.
Symbol Meaning
Gray: the system is not available.
Check the traffic situation around the vehicle
with your own eyes; otherwise, there is a dan‐
ger of an accident.◀
White: the system is available but
not activated.
The system is activated.
1. Switch on the parking assistant and acti‐
vate it if needed.
The status of the parking space search is
indicated on the Control Display.
System status
2. Follow the instructions on the Control Dis‐
play.
The best possible parking position will
come after gear change on the stationary
vehicle - wait for the automatic steering
wheel move.
The end of the parking procedure is indi‐
cated on the Control Display.
▷
▷
Colored symbols, see arrows, on the side
of the vehicle illustrated. Parking assistant
is activated and search for parking space
active.
3. Adjust the parking position yourself if
needed.
Interrupting manually
The parking assistant can be interrupted at any
time:
Control Display shows suitable parking
spaces at the edge of the road next to the
vehicle symbol. When the parking assistant
is active, suitable parking spaces are high‐
lighted.
▷
"Parking Assistant" Select the symbol
on the Control Display.
▷
Press button.
▷
▷
The parking procedure is ac‐
tive. Steering control has
been taken over by system.
Interrupting automatically
The system is interrupted automatically in the
following situations:
Parking space search is always active
whenever the vehicle is moving forward
slow and straight, even if the system is de‐
activated. When the system is deactivated,
the displays on the Control Display are
shown in gray.
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▷
▷
If the driver grasps the steering wheel or if
he takes over steering.
If a gear is selected that does not match
the instruction on the Control Display.
If the vehicle speed exceeds approx.
6 mph/10 km/h.
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Possible on snow-covered or slippery road
surfaces.
▷
On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel
roads.
When there are obstacles that are hard to
overcome, such as curbs.
▷
▷
▷
On slippery ground.
On steep uphill or downhill grades.
When there are obstacles that suddenly
arise.
With accumulations of leaves/snow in the
parking space.
If the Park Distance Control PDC displays
clearances that are too small.
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
Ultrasonic measuring might not function under
the following circumstances:
If a maximum number of parking attempts
or the time taken for parking is exceeded.
If a turn signal has been actuated contrary
to the desired side for parking.
▷
▷
For small children and animals.
For persons with certain clothing, e.g.
coats.
When switching to another function on the
Control Display.
▷
With external interference of the ultra‐
sound, e.g. from passing vehicles or loud
machines.
A Check Control message is displayed.
Flashing display on the selector lever
of the double clutch transmission
The actually engaged transmission position
can deviate from the selector lever position in
some situations after function interruption.
The display in the selector lever flashes.
▷
▷
When sensors are dirty, iced over, dam‐
aged or out of position.
Under certain weather conditions such as
high relative humidity, rain, snowfall, ex‐
treme heat or strong wind.
▷
With tow bars and trailer couplings of other
vehicles.
Observe the display in the instrument cluster,
▷
▷
▷
With thin or wedge-shaped objects.
With moving objects.
Resume
With elevated, protruding objects such as
ledges or cargo.
An interrupted parking procedure can be con‐
tinued if needed.
▷
▷
With objects with corners and sharp edges.
Follow the instructions on the Control Display
to do this.
With objects with a fine surface structure
such as fences.
System limits
▷
For objects with porous surfaces.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
No parking assistance
The parking assistant does not offer assis‐
tance in the following situations:
The parking assistant may identify parking
spaces that are not suitable for parking.
▷
In tight curves.
Functional limitations
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The parking assistant failed. Have the system
checked.
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Climate control
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
Automatic climate control
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4
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6
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8
9
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Temperature, left
AUTO program
10 Air distribution, right
11 Air flow, AUTO intensity
12 Air distribution, left
Display
13 Rear window defroster
Maximum cooling
Temperature, right
Seat heating, rightꢀꢁ52
Cooling function
14 Interior temperature sensor — always keep
clear
15 Defrosts windows and removes condensa‐
tion
Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐
lated-air mode
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Intensity of the AUTO program
Hints
With the AUTO program activated, the auto‐
matic intensity control can be changed.
Sufficient ventilation
When remaining in the vehicle for an ex‐
tended period of time, ensure sufficient exter‐
nal ventilation. Do not continuously use recir‐
culated-air mode; otherwise the air quality in
the interior continuously deteriorates and win‐
dow condensation increases.◀
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase the inten‐
sity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display
of the automatic climate control.
Climate control functions in detail
Temperature
Maximum cooling
Press button.
The system is set to the lowest tem‐
perature, optimum air flow and air circulation
mode.
Turn the ring to set the desired
temperature.
Air flows out of the vents to the upper body re‐
gion. The vents need to be open for this.
The automatic climate control reaches this
temperature as quickly as possible, if needed
by increasing the cooling or heating output,
and then keeps it constant.
The function is available above an external
temperature of approx. 32 ℉/0 ℃ and with the
engine running.
Adjust air flow with the program active.
Do not rapidly switch between different tem‐
perature settings. Otherwise, the automatic cli‐
mate control will not have sufficient time to ad‐
just the set temperature.
Cooling function
The car's interior can only be cooled with the
engine running.
AUTO program
Press button.
Press button.
The air will be cooled and dehumidi‐
fied and, depending on the temperature set‐
ting, warmed again.
Air flow, air distribution and tempera‐
ture are controlled automatically.
Depending on the weather, the windshield and
side windows may fog up briefly when the en‐
gine is started.
Depending on the selected temperature,
AUTO intensity program and outside influen‐
ces, the air is directed to the windshield, side
windows, upper body, and into the footwell.
The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally with the AUTO program.
switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐
gram.
When using the automatic climate control,
condensation water, refer to page 158, devel‐
ops that exits underneath the vehicle.
At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐
trols the program so as to prevent window
condensation as much as possible.
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If the windows are fogged over, press the
AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen‐
sor.
Automatic recirculated-air control/
recirculated-air mode
You may respond to unpleasant odors or pollu‐
tants in the immediate environment by tempo‐
rarily suspending the supply of outside air. The
system then recirculates the air currently
within the vehicle.
Air flow, manual
To manually adjust air flow turn off AUTO pro‐
gram first.
Press button repeatedly to select an
operating mode:
Press the left or right side of the but‐
ton: decrease or increase air flow.
▷
▷
LEDs off: outside air flows in continuously.
The selected air flow is shown on the display of
the automatic climate control.
Left LED on, automatic recirculated-air
control: a sensor detects pollutants in the
outside air and shuts off automatically.
The air flow of the automatic climate control
may be reduced automatically to save battery
power.
▷
Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the
supply of outside air into the vehicle is per‐
manently blocked.
Rear window defroster
Press button.
Recirculated air mode switches off automati‐
cally at low external temperatures after a cer‐
tain amount of time in order to avoid window
fogging.
The rear window defroster switches
off automatically after a certain period of time.
If the windows are fogged over, switch off the
recirculated-air mode and press the AUTO
button to utilize the condensation sensor.
Make sure that air can flow to the windshield.
Defrosts windows and removes
condensation
Press button.
Ice and condensation are quickly re‐
moved from the windshield and the front side
windows.
Sufficient ventilation
When remaining in the vehicle for an ex‐
tended period of time, ensure sufficient exter‐
nal ventilation. Do not continuously use recir‐
culated-air mode; otherwise the air quality in
the interior continuously deteriorates and win‐
dow condensation increases.◀
For this purpose, point the side vents onto the
side windows as needed.
Adjust air flow with the program active.
If the windows are fogged over, you can also
switch on the cooling function or press the
AUTO button to utilize the condensation sen‐
sor.
Manual air distribution
Press button repeatedly to select a
program:
Switching the system on/off
Switch off
▷
▷
▷
▷
▷
Upper body region.
Upper body region and footwell.
Footwell.
Press the left button for the minimum
speed.
Windows and footwell: driver's side only.
Windows, upper body region and footwell:
driver's side only.
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Switching on
▷
Draft-free ventilation:
Press any button except
Adjust the vent to let the air flow past you.
▷
▷
Rear window defroster.
Seat heating.
Ventilation in the rear
Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter
In external and recirculated air mode the mi‐
crofilter/activated charcoal filter filters dust,
pollen, and gaseous pollutants out of the air.
This filter should be replaced during scheduled
maintenance, refer to page 188, of your vehi‐
cle.
▷
▷
Thumbwheel for continuous opening and
closing of the vents, arrow 1.
Ventilation
Thumbwheel to vary the temperature, ar‐
row 2.
Front ventilation
Toward blue: colder.
Toward red: warmer.
▷
Lever for changing the air flow direction,
arrow 3.
Parked-car ventilation
The concept
▷
▷
▷
Lever for changing the air flow direction,
arrow 1.
The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehi‐
cle interior and lowers its temperature, if
needed.
Thumbwheels for opening and closing the
vents continuously, arrows 2.
The system can be switched on and off at any
external temperature, either directly or by us‐
ing two preset reel-on times. It remains
switched on for 30 minutes.
Thumbwheel to vary the temperature in
the upper body region, arrow 3.
Toward blue: colder.
Toward red: warmer.
Open the vents to allow air to flow out.
The set interior temperature for the driver
and passenger are not changed.
Switching on/off directly
On the Control Display:
Adjusting the ventilation
1. "Settings"
▷
Ventilation for cooling:
2. "Climate"
Direct vent in your direction when vehicle's
interior is too hot.
3. "Activate comf. ventilation"
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The symbol on the automatic climate con‐
trol flashes if the system is switched on.
Preselecting the reel-on time
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
2. "Climate"
3. "Timer 1:" or "Timer 2:"
4. Set the desired time.
Activating the reel-on time
On the Control Display:
1. "Settings"
2. "Climate"
3. "Activate timer 1" or "Activate timer 2"
The symbol on the automatic climate con‐
trol lights up when the reel-on time is acti‐
vated.
The symbol on the automatic climate con‐
trol flashes when the system has been
switched on.
The system will only be switched on within the
next 24 hours. After that, it needs to be reacti‐
vated.
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Compatibility
Controls
Interior equipment
Vehicle features and options
If this symbol is printed on the packag‐
ing or in the instructions of the system
to be controlled, the system is gener‐
ally compatible with the universal garage door
opener.
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
If you have any questions, please contact:
▷
▷
Your service center.
www.homelink.com on the Internet.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of Gentex
Corporation.
Universal Integrated Remote
Control
Control elements on the interior
rearview mirror
The concept
The universal garage door opener can operate
up to 3 functions of remote-controlled sys‐
tems such as garage door drives or lighting
systems. The universal garage door opener re‐
places up to 3 different hand-held transmitters.
To operate the remote control, the buttons on
the interior rearview mirror must be program‐
med with the desired functions. The hand-held
transmitter for the particular system is required
in order to program the remote control.
▷
▷
▷
LED, arrow 1.
Buttons, arrow 2.
During programming
The hand-held transmitter, arrow 3, is re‐
quired for programming.
During programming and before activat‐
ing a device using the universal garage door
opener, ensure that there are no people, ani‐
mals or objects in the area of the remote-con‐
trolled device; otherwise, there is a risk of in‐
jury or damage.
Programming
General information
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Initial setup:
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
Press and hold the left and right button on
the interior rearview mirror simultaneously
for approximately 20 seconds until the LED
on the interior rearview mirror flashes. This
Before selling the vehicle, delete the stored
functions for the sake of security.
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erases all programming of the buttons on
the interior rearview mirror.
rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then
stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system
features an alternating-code system. Flashing
and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐
peat for approximately 20 seconds.
3. Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐
tem to be controlled approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to
8 cm away from the buttons of the interior
rearview mirror. The required distance de‐
pends on the manual transmitter.
For systems with an alternating-code system,
the universal garage door opener and the sys‐
tem also have to be synchronized.
4. Simultaneously press and hold the button
of the desired function on the hand-held
transmitter and the button to be program‐
med on the interior rearview mirror. The
LED on the interior rearview mirror will be‐
gin flashing slowly.
Please read the operating manual to find out
how to synchronize the system.
Synchronizing is easier with the aid of a sec‐
ond person.
To synchronize:
5. Release both buttons as soon as the LED
flashes more rapidly. The LED flashing
faster indicates that the button on the inte‐
rior rearview mirror has been programmed.
1. Park the vehicle within range of the re‐
mote-controlled system.
2. Program the relevant button on the interior
rearview mirror as described.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance be‐
tween the interior rearview mirror and the
hand-held transmitter and repeat the step.
Several more attempts at different distan‐
ces may be necessary. Wait at least
15 seconds between attempts.
3. Locate and press the synchronizing button
on the system being programmed. You
have approx. 30 seconds for the next step.
4. Hold down the programmed button on the
interior rearview mirror for approximately
3 seconds and then release it. If necessary,
repeat this step up to three times in order
to finish synchronization. Once synchroni‐
zation is complete, the programmed func‐
tion will be carried out.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.
Reprogramming individual buttons
6. To program other functions on other but‐
tons, repeat steps 3 to 5.
1. Switch on the ignition.
2. Press and hold the interior rearview mirror
button to be programmed.
The systems can be controlled using the inte‐
rior rearview mirror buttons.
3. As soon as the interior rearview mirror LED
starts flashing slowly, hold the hand-held
transmitter for the system to be controlled
approx. 1 to 3 in/2.5 to 8 cm away from the
buttons of the interior rearview mirror. The
required distance depends on the manual
transmitter.
Special feature of the alternating-
code wireless system
If you are unable to operate the system after
repeated programming, please check if the
system to be controlled features an alternat‐
ing-code system.
Read the system's operating manual, or press
the programmed button on the interior rear‐
view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior
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4. Likewise, press and hold the button of the
desired function on the hand-held trans‐
mitter.
proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes
rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The
functions cannot be deleted individually.
5. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐
rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐
idly. The LED flashing faster indicates that
the button on the interior rearview mirror
has been programmed. The system can
then be controlled by the button on the in‐
terior rearview mirror.
Digital compass
Overview
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance and
repeat the step. Several more attempts at
different distances may be necessary. Wait
at least 15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.
1
2
Control button
Mirror display
Mirror display
Controls
The point of the compass is displayed in the
mirror when driving straight.
Before operation
Before operating a system using the uni‐
versal garage door opener, ensure that there
are no people, animals, or objects within the
range of movement of the remote-controlled
system; otherwise, there is a risk of injury or
damage.
Operating concept
Various functions can be called up by pressing
the control button with a pointed object, such
as the tip of a ballpoint pen or similar object.
The following setting options are displayed in
succession, depending on how long the con‐
trol button is pressed:
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
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▷
▷
▷
Pressed briefly: turns display on/off.
3 to 6 seconds: compass zone setting.
6 to 9 seconds: compass calibration.
The system, such as the garage door, can be
operated using the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror while the engine is running or when
the ignition is started. To do this, hold down
the button within receiving range of the system
until the function is activated. The interior rear‐
view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig‐
nal is being transmitted.
9 to 12 seconds: left/right-hand steering
setting.
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12 to 15 seconds: language setting.
Setting the compass zones
Sets the particular compass zones on the vehi‐
cle so that the compass operates correctly; re‐
fer to World map with compass zones.
Deleting stored functions
Press and hold the left and right button on the
interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐
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World map with magnetic zones
Procedure
Procedure
1. Press and hold the control button for ap‐
prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the
set compass zone appears in the mirror.
1. Make sure that there are no large metallic
objects or overhead power lines near the
vehicle and that there is sufficient room to
drive around in a circle.
2. To change the zone setting, press the con‐
trol button quickly and repeatedly until the
number of the compass zone that corre‐
sponds with your location appears in the
mirror.
2. Set the currently applicable compass zone.
3. Press and hold the control button for ap‐
prox. 6 to 7 seconds so that "C" appears
on the display. Next, drive in a complete
circle at least once at a speed of no more
than 4 mph/7 km/h. If calibration is suc‐
cessful, the "C" is replaced by the points of
the compass.
The set zone is stored automatically. The com‐
pass is ready for use again after approximately
10 seconds.
Calibrating the digital compass
The digital compass must be calibrated in the
event of the following:
Left/right-hand steering
The digital compass is already set for right or
left-hand steering at the factory.
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▷
The wrong compass point is displayed.
The point of the compass displayed does
not change despite changing the direction
of travel.
Setting the language
Press and hold the control button for approx.
12 to 13 seconds. Briefly press the control
button again to reel between English "E" and
German "O".
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Not all points of the compass are dis‐
played.
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Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐
mately 10 seconds.
Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after
use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter
socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀
Sun visor
Glare shield
Fold the sun visor down or up.
Vanity mirror
A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐
hind a cover. When the cover is opened, the
mirror lighting switches on.
The lighter is located next to the ashtray.
Push in the lighter.
Ashtray/cigarette lighter
The lighter can be removed as
soon as it pops back out.
Ashtray
Opening
Connecting electrical
devices
Hints
Do not connect charging devices to the
12 volt socket in the vehicle
Do not connect battery chargers to the fac‐
tory-installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as
this may damage the vehicle battery due to an
increased power consumption.◀
Raise cover.
Emptying
Take out the insert.
Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after
use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter
socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀
Lighter
Danger of burns
Only hold the hot lighter by its knob; oth‐
erwise, there is a danger of getting burned.
Sockets
Switch off the ignition and take the remote
control with you when leaving the vehicle so
that children cannot use the lighter and burn
themselves.◀
General information
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment while the engine is run‐
ning or when the ignition is switched on.
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In the trunk
The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.
Front center console
The socket is located on the left side in the
trunk.
USB interface for data
transfer
Raise the lid and remove the cover or cigarette
lighter.
The concept
Connection for importing and exporting data
on USB devices, e.g.:
Rear center console
▷
▷
▷
Music collection.
Importing Trips.
Hints
Observe the following when connecting:
▷
Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.
▷
Do not connect devices such as fans or
lights to the USB interface.
Remove the cover.
▷
▷
Do not connect USB hard drives.
Do not use the USB interface for recharg‐
ing external devices.
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cated in or reaches into the area of movement
of the rear seat backrests. Otherwise, injury or
damage may result.◀
Without telephone: overview
Ensuring the stability of the child seat
When installing child restraint systems,
make sure that the child seat is securely fas‐
tened to the backrest of the seat. Angle and
headrest of the backrest might need to be ad‐
justed or possibly be removed. Make sure that
all backrests are securely locked. Otherwise
the stability of the child seat can be affected,
and there is an increased risk of injury because
of unexpected movement of the seat back‐
rest.◀
The USB interface is located in the glove com‐
partment.
With telephone: overview
Opening
1. Pull the corresponding lever in the cargo
area to release the rear seat backrest.
The USB interface is located in the center arm‐
rest.
2. The unlocked backrest moves forward
slightly.
Through-loading system
The concept
The cargo area can be enlarged by folding
down the rear seat backrest.
The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts
at a ratio of 60 to 40.
The sides can be folded down separately or to‐
gether.
Hints
3. Fold backrest forward.
Danger of jamming
Before folding down the rear seat back‐
rests, ensure that the area of movement of the
backrests is clear. Ensure that no one is lo‐
Closing
Return the rear seat backrest to the upright
seating position and engage it.
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Ensure that the lock is securely engaged
Make sure that the lock engages prop‐
erly when folding back, otherwise transported
cargo could enter the car's interior during brak‐
ing or evasive maneuvers and endanger the
vehicle's occupants.◀
To secure cargo, refer to page 161, with nets
or draw straps, the cargo area is fitted with
lashing eyes.
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Storage compartments
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Compartments in the doors, refer to
Vehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
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Nets on the backrests of the front seats.
Glove compartment
Front passenger side
Note
Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Hints
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
No loose objects in the car's interior
Do not stow any objects in the car's inte‐
rior without securing them; otherwise, they
may present a danger to occupants e.g., during
braking and evasive maneuvers.◀
Opening
Do not place anti-slip mats on the dash‐
board
Do not place anti-slip mats on the dashboard.
The mat materials could damage the dash‐
board.◀
Storage compartments
The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches
on.
▷
▷
▷
Glove compartment on the front passenger
Closing
Fold cover closed.
Glove compartment on the driver's side,
Locking
Without Smoker's package: Front storage
compartment, in front of the cupholders,
The glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key to separately secure the trunk
▷
Storage compartment in the front center
This prevents access to the glove compart‐
ment and to the trunk.
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After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Compartments in the doors
Do not stow any breakable objects
Do not store any breakable objects, e. g.
glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is
an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac‐
cident.◀
Driver's side
Note
Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Center armrest
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
Front
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats.
Opening
Opening
Pull the handle.
Fold the center armrest up.
Closing
Fold cover closed.
Repositioning
Center armrest can be pushed forwards or
backwards. It engages in the end positions.
Front storage compartment
Connection for an external audio
device
An external audio device, e.g.,
an MP3 player, can be con‐
nected via the AUX-IN port or
the USB audio interface in the
center armrest.
Raise the lid to open it.
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Cupholders
Storage compartments in the
cargo area
Hints
Storage compartment
Shatter-proof containers and no hot
drinks
A storage compartment is located on the left
side.
Use light and shatter-proof containers and do
not transport hot drinks. Otherwise, there is
the increased danger of injury in an accident.◀
Located on the right side is a storage compart‐
ment for the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to
page 190, and first aid kit, refer to page 199.
Unsuitable containers
Do not forcefully push unsuitable con‐
tainers into the cupholders. This may result in
damage.◀
Net
Small objects can be stowed in the net on the
left side.
Front
Multi-function hook
A multi-function hook is located on each side
of the trunk.
Clothes hooks
The multi-function hooks can be loaded up to
a max. of 8.8 lbs/4 kg.
Do not obstruct view
When suspending clothing from the
hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driv‐
er's view.◀
Lightweight objects only
Only hang lightweight objects, e.g. shop‐
ping bags, from the multifunction hooks. Oth‐
erwise, there is a danger of objects flying about
during braking and evasive maneuvers.
No heavy objects
Do not hang heavy objects from the
hooks; otherwise, they may present a danger
to passengers during braking and evasive ma‐
neuvers.◀
Only transport heavy luggage in the trunk if it
has been appropriately secured.◀
Retaining strap
A retaining strap is available on the right side
trim for fastening small objects.
The clothes hooks are located in the grab han‐
dles in the rear.
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Lashing eyes in the cargo area
To secure the cargo, refer to page 161, there
are four lashing eyes in the cargo area.
Floor net
The floor net can also be used to Secure the
load, refer to page 161, and to store small
parts.
Storage compartment under the cargo
floor panel
Maximum load
To avoid damage to the vehicle, do not
exceed a maximum permitted load of 44 lbs/
20 kg in the storage compartment under the
cargo floor panel.◀
Raise the cargo floor panel, arrow 1, and latch
at top, if needed, arrow 2.
Partitioning the compartment
The compartment can be divided using an at‐
tachable partition.
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