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THE BMW i3.
OWNER'S MANUAL.
BMW i.
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15

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  • Page 1 Contents THE BMW i3. OWNER'S MANUAL. BMW i. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 2 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 3 BMW i SUSTAINABILITY. AUTOMOBILITY. REINVENTED. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 4 THE SUSTAINABLE PRODUCT LIFE CYCLE OF BMW i. 01. DEVELOPMENT • Redefine design principles for purpose-built e-mobility. • Reshape aerodynamics for less drag. • Replace traditional materials with recycled and renewable materials. 04. RECYCLING • Retain used batteries as temporary storage units, e.g.
  • Page 5 02. PRODUCTION • Use clean electric power for BMW i plants. • Reduce energy consumption in BMW i production. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 6 A CENTURY, THE BASIC IDEA BEHIND THE CAR WAS LEFT UNTOUCHED. Until now. Today, the BMW i3 introduces a wealth of new ways to create the ultimate sustainable electric car. One key innovation is LifeDrive: the first serial production passenger cell made of light and extremely robust carbon fiber.
  • Page 7 The interior of the BMW i3 includes a variety of premium-quality, sustainable materials. Approximately 25% of the thermoplastics used are composed of recyclates or have been replaced by renewable materials.
  • Page 8 Leipzig is generated from renewables. BMW factories have been leading the way in sustainable production for a long time now, but BMW i has gone even further and significantly improved its facilities. The BMW i factory in Leipzig produces its own renewable energy –...
  • Page 9 Energy and resource consumption per * compared to the industry- BMW i3 produced* leading BMW average Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 10 DRIVING: POWER FROM RENEWABLE RESOURCES. With zero local emissions while driving, the BMW i3 helps reduce air pollution in urban areas. When charged with clean power – generated from renewables – the positive impact is greater still. This is because,...
  • Page 11 In terms of its performance throughout the entire product life cycle – from the sourcing of raw materials to production, use and recycling – how does the BMW i3 compare to a vehicle with a high-effi ciency combustion engine? fewer CO...
  • Page 12 BMW i production cycle or recycled for other automotive or non-automotive applications. And the early production stage of a BMW i3 marks a first for the automotive industry – the first time recycled carbon fiber is being used for a vehicle passenger cell.
  • Page 13 of used battery packs could, for ex- ample, be reused as temporary storage units for solar power equipment and wind energy systems. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 14 To fi nd out more about the sustainability philosophy behind your BMW i, please visit: bmw-i.com/sustainability Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 15 We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Handbook before starting off in your new BMW i. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW i.
  • Page 16 © 2015 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/15, 03 15 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 17 Where the text of the Owner's Manual con- only be carried out by an authorized BMW i tains an affirmative instruction to contact a service center or one that operates accord- “service center” or “your service center,”...
  • Page 18 …” should be dis- If necessary, BMW recommends that you regarded and the following text should be have oil added changed at your BMW read in lieu thereof: “BMW recommends dealer's service center or at another service...
  • Page 19 Addendum At page 194, under the “Battery replace- ment” section, the text should be disre- garded and in lieu thereof the following text should be read: Use of recommended vehicle batteries The manufacturer of your vehicle recom- mends that you use vehicle batteries that it has tested and recommends for use in your vehicle;...

  • Page 21: Table Of Contents

    Coolant Cockpit Maintenance iDrive Replacing components Voice activation system Breakdown assistance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Care BMW eDRIVE Safety of the high-voltage system Reference Technical data Controls Appendix Opening and closing Everything from A to Z Adjusting Transporting children safely...

  • Page 22: Notes

    Additional sources of information The service center will be happy to answer any other questions you may have. Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is available on the Internet: www.bmwusa.com. Indicates, on certain parts or assemblies, that BMW i Driver’s Guide App incorrect use of high-voltage equipment or of orange-colored high-voltage components re‐...

  • Page 23: Basic Information

    Basic information BMW i service center or one that operates ac‐ The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a cording to BMW i specifications with personnel policy of constant development that is con‐...

  • Page 24: California Proposition 65 Warning

    BMW and related qualified ▷ New Vehicle Limited Warranty. advice. ▷ Rust Perforation Limited Warranty. BMW has tested these products for safety and ▷ Federal Emissions System Defect War‐ suitability in relation to BMW vehicles. ranty. BMW can assume responsibility for them.

  • Page 25: Event Data Recorder Edr

    Notes Data memory emergency locating - you can transmit certain vehicle data from the vehicle. Many electronic components on your vehicle are equipped with data memories that tempo‐ rarily or permanently store technical informa‐ Event Data Recorder EDR tion about the condition of the vehicle, events This vehicle is equipped with an event data re‐...

  • Page 26: Vehicle Identification Number

    National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐ wood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-831-1117.
  • Page 27 Notes Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 28 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 29: At A Glance

    At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 30: Cockpit

    At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 31 Cockpit At a glance Roadside parking lights  91 Voice activation  26 On-board computer  86 Telephone Thumbwheel for selection lists  85 Instrument cluster  75 Switch drive readiness on and 11 Adjust steering wheel  59 off  64 12 Steering wheel buttons, left Store speed  116 Selector lever  66 Right steering column stalk Resume speed  118 Wiper  72...
  • Page 32 At a glance Cockpit All around the center console Control Display  18 Controller with buttons  18 Radio/Multimedia, refer to Integrated Own‐ Parking brake  70 er's Handbook PDC Park Distance Control  118 Glove compartment  143 Rearview camera  121 Climate control  128 Parking assistant  123 Hazard warning system  196 Driving Dynamics Control  108 Intelligent Safety  100...
  • Page 33 Cockpit At a glance All around the roofliner Intelligent Emergency Re‐ Reading lights  91 quest  196 Glass sunroof, powered  51 Interior lights  91 Indicator lamp, front-seat pas‐ senger airbag  95 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 34: Idrive

    At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle features and options Control Display This chapter describes all standard, country- Hints specific and optional features offered with the ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the series. It also describes features that are not care instructions.
  • Page 35 iDrive At a glance Turn. Press button Function BACK Displays the previous panel. OPTION Opens the Options menu. Operating concept Opening the main menu Press button. Press. Move in four directions. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu.

  • Page 36: Options Menu

    At a glance iDrive Menu items in the Owner's Manual In the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks, e.g., "Settings". Changing between panels After a menu item is selected, e.g., "Radio", a new panel is displayed. Panels can overlap. ▷...

  • Page 37: Setting The Clock

    iDrive At a glance Function is deactivated. ▷ To enter an underscore, swipe to the right in the lower area of the touchpad. Touchpad Using interactive map and Internet Via touch-pad move the interactive map in the Some iDrive functions can be operated using navigation system and Internet sites.
  • Page 38 At a glance iDrive Status field symbols Turn the controller until "Time/Date" is highlighted, and then press the controller. The symbols are grouped as follows. Radio symbols Symbol Meaning HD Radio station is being received. Telephone symbols Symbol Meaning Turn the controller until "Time:" is high‐ lighted, and then press the controller.

  • Page 39: General Information

    iDrive At a glance Additional symbols Press the controller or select "Split screen content". Symbol Meaning Select the desired menu item. Spoken instructions are turned off. Check the current vehicle position. Split screen General information Additional information can be displayed on the right side of the split screen, e.g., information from the on-board comupter.
  • Page 40 At a glance iDrive Functional requirement Data can only be deleted while stationary. Deleting data Heed and follow the instructions on the Con‐ trol Display. Turn on operations. "Settings" Open "Options". Deleting the button assignments "Delete personal data" Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for "Continue"...
  • Page 41 iDrive At a glance Symbol Function Enter the letters. Enter the numbers. Tip controller up. Without navigation system Select the symbol. Entry comparison Entering names and addresses: choice is nar‐ rowed down with every letter entered and let‐ ters may be added automatically. Entries are continuously compared with data stored in the vehicle.

  • Page 42: Voice Activation System

    At a glance Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle features and options Using voice activation This chapter describes all standard, country- Activating the voice activation system specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Press button on the steering necessarily available in your car, e.

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Volume

    Voice activation system At a glance Setting the voice dialog Executing functions using short commands Set system to standard dialog or use a short Execute functions on the main menu via short version. commands. It almost doesn't matter which The short version of the voice dialog plays menu item is selected, e.g., ›Vehicle status‹.
  • Page 44 At a glance Voice activation system ▷ Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 45: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle

    Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle features and options Select components This chapter describes all standard, country- Press button. specific and optional features offered with the Turn the controller: open "Vehicle info". series.
  • Page 46 At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Context help - Owner's Manual to the Programmable memory buttons temporarily selected function General information You may open the relevant information di‐ rectly. The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...

  • Page 47: Bmw Edrive

    Charging port Special features of the BMW i Drive unit High-voltage system This BMW i is an electric vehicle. The vehicle The concept features a high-voltage system that consists of The vehicle can be operated completely emis‐ an electric motor and a high-voltage battery sions free using its electrical drive system.

  • Page 48: Before Driving

    At a glance BMW eDRIVE Display An optional Range Extender can supply the drive system with power and thus increase the The eDRIVE displays, refer to page 75, pro‐ range of the vehicle. vide information about the current state of the drive and visualize the system's use in a dia‐...

  • Page 49: Safety Information

    ▷ Prepare for long downtimes, refer to page 203. BMW i Remote app A special BMW i Remote App allows to control and display certain vehicle functions using a smartphone. Safety information Read the information on safe handling of the high-voltage system, refer to page 34.

  • Page 50: Safety Of The High-Voltage System

    BMW recommends to have modifications and work on the vehicle only be carried out by an authorized BMW i service center or one that operates according to BMW i specifications with personnel trained accordingly.◀...
  • Page 51 Safety of the high-voltage system At a glance Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 52 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 53: Controls

    Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 54: Opening And Closing

    Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle features and options At a glance 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.

  • Page 55: Replacing The Battery

    Take the used battery to a recycling against the marked area on the steering col‐ center or to your service center. umn. The BMW logo on the remote control should be at the same height as the marked New remote controls area.

  • Page 56: Profile Management

    Opening profiles The following export options are available: Regardless of the remote control in use a dif‐ ▷ Via BMW Online. ferent profile may be activated. ▷ Via the USB port to a USB device. "Settings" Popular file systems for USB devices are "Profiles"...

  • Page 57: Using The Remote Control

    People or animals left unattended in a Importing profiles parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in‐ Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be side. Always take the remote control with you imported via BMW Online. when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐...

  • Page 58: Courtesy Lights

    Controls Opening and closing Locking Without alarm system: unlocking the tailgate Locking from the outside The Tailgate function must be set for the re‐ Do not lock the vehicle from the outside mote control button. For Settings, refer to with people inside the car, as the vehicle can‐ page 48.
  • Page 59 Opening and closing Controls Press button on the remote control for ▷ This device may not cause harmful inter‐ at least 3 seconds. ference, and ▷ this device must accept any interference To reel off the alarm: press any button. received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 60: Unlocking And Opening

    Controls Opening and closing Unlock or lock door lock. The vehicle locks automatically after you drive off. In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is automatically unlocked. The hazard warning system and interior lights come on. Unlocking and opening ▷...

  • Page 61: Manual Release

    Opening and closing Controls Tailgate As the case may be, the doors are also un‐ locked. Unlocking with the remote control, re‐ fer to page 42. Opening The tailgate swings back and up when it Unlocking from the inside opens. With the vehicle is stationary, press Ensure that adequate clearance is available the button in the driver's footwell.
  • Page 62 Controls Opening and closing Closing The vehicle automatically detects the remote control when it is in close proximity or in the Hints car's interior. Comfort Access supports the following func‐ Keep the closing path clear tions: Make sure that the closing path of the ▷...
  • Page 63 Opening and closing Controls Locking Unlocking the tailgate separately Press button on tailgate's exterior Without alarm system: This corresponds with pressing the button on the remote control , if the tailgate function is set. The situation of the doors does not change. Note the opening height of the tailgate The tailgate swings back and up when it opens.

  • Page 64: Automatic Locking

    Controls Opening and closing Adjusting ▷ "Tailgate" The tailgate is unlocked. Unlocking ▷ "Tailgate + door(s)" The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐ The tailgate and the doors are un‐ fer to page 39. locked. Doors Confirmation signals from the vehicle "Settings"...

  • Page 65: Alarm System

    Opening and closing Controls Stationary climate control Press button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds. To switch off the alarm: press any button. Alarm system Indicator lamp on the interior rearview The concept mirror When the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm system responds to: ▷...

  • Page 66: Power Windows

    Controls Opening and closing Power windows Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof must be Hint closed for the system to function properly. Take the remote control with you Avoiding unintentional alarms Take the remote control with you when The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐...
  • Page 67 Opening and closing Controls Glass sunroof, powered ▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance point. General information The window closes automatically. Pulling The glass sunroof is operational when the igni‐ again stops the motion. tion is switched on. See also: closing by means of Comfort Access, Keep the closing path clear refer to page 46.
  • Page 68 Controls Opening and closing ▷ Press the reel in the desired direction past The pinch protection is limited and the the resistance point. glass sunroof reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain margin. The glass sunroof moves automatically. Press the reel forward again beyond the re‐...

  • Page 69: Adjusting

    Adjusting Controls Adjusting Vehicle features and options Keep the movement area unobstructed When changing the seat position, keep This chapter describes all standard, country- the seat's area of movement unobstructed; specific and optional features offered with the otherwise, people might get injured or objects series.
  • Page 70 Controls Adjusting Height Fold down seat back Pull lever up to the stop. Pull the lever and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off, as necessary. Fold backrest forward. Backrest returns to its initial position after re‐ Backrest tilt lease.
  • Page 71 Adjusting Controls Safety belts Buckling the belt Seats with safety belt The vehicle has four 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 Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in mechanism triggers early.

  • Page 72: Front Head Restraints

    Controls Adjusting Front head restraints Folding down head restraints Extending/retracting head restraint Distance Only fold down head restraint if no pas‐ The spacing is adjusted to the back of the sengers are in the rear. Fold out retracted head using the incline of the seat backrest. headrests again if passengers are being car‐...
  • Page 73 Adjusting Controls Selecting a mirror Before transporting passengers Reinstall the head restraint before trans‐ To change over to the other mirror: porting anyone in the seat; otherwise, the pro‐ Slide the switch. tective function of the head restraint is unavail‐ able.◀...
  • Page 74 Controls Adjusting Automatic dimming feature Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐ cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise acci‐ Both exterior mirrors are automatically dim‐ dents are still possible depending on the situa‐ med. Photocells are used to control the Interior tion.◀...

  • Page 75: Steering Wheel

    Adjusting Controls ▷ Do not cover the area between the inside rearview mirror and the windshield. 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 Fold the lever down.

  • Page 76: Transporting Children Safely

    Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.

  • Page 77: Child Seat Security

    Transporting children safely Controls Child seat security of unexpected movement of the seat back‐ rest.◀ On the front passenger seat Deactivating airbags Deactivating the front-seat passenger airbags If a child restraint system is used in the front passenger seat, deactivate the front-seat pas‐ The rear safety belts and the front passenger senger airbags;...

  • Page 78: Restraint Systems

    Controls Transporting children safely Child restraint fixing system with a erwise, the level of protection may be re‐ tether strap duced.◀ Mounting points Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors The respective symbol shows the an‐ The lower anchors may be used to attach the chor for the upper retaining strap.
  • Page 79 Transporting children safely Controls Attaching the upper retaining strap to the mounting point Raise the head restraint if needed. Guide the upper retaining strap between the supports of the head restraint. If there is a retaining strap, run it between the backrest and the cargo cover.

  • Page 80: Driving

    Controls Driving Driving Vehicle features and options Pressing the Start/Stop button again switches drive readiness back off and radio-ready state This chapter describes all standard, country- is switched back on. specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Radio ready state necessarily available in your car, e.
  • Page 81 Driving Controls Drive readiness in detail ▷ While the driver's safety belt is unbuckled with driver's door open and low beams off. Hints ▷ When the batteries' state of charge is low, if the low beams are turned off. Do not leave the vehicle unattended ▷...

  • Page 82: Selector Lever Positions

    Controls Driving Lighting pulses orange Selector lever positions ▷ After unlocking and opening the door. ▷ After switching off drive readiness. When the brake pedal is depressed, the light‐ ing becomes more intense. Lighting lights up steady blue After drive readiness is switched on, light turns blue.
  • Page 83 Driving Controls Engaging selector lever positions Electronic unlocking of the transmission lock General information General information ▷ Interlock: the selector lever position P can be exited only with drive readiness en‐ Electronically unlock the transmission lock to gaged. maneuver vehicle from the danger area. ▷...
  • Page 84 Controls Driving Driving in detail: eDRIVE ally, the brake lights will come on without hit‐ ting the brakes. Hints Energy recovery: CHARGE Awareness of vehicle reduced when The high-voltage battery is recharged in part driven in electric mode through energy recovery. The electric motor When driving in electric mode, note that, due acts as a generator when decelerating and to the lack of engine noise, pedestrians and...

  • Page 85: While Driving

    Driving Controls Automatic maintenance run The following exemplary driving situations may show that: To ensure that the Range Extender functions ▷ Decelerating downhill. properly even during longer periods of non- use, the Range Extender is automatically acti‐ ▷ Deceleration before a red light. vated for a few minutes at certain intervals dur‐...
  • Page 86 Controls Driving While driving ness is switched off and the vehicle comes to a stop. Use as emergency brake while driving: Pull the reel and hold it. The vehicle brakes hard while the reel is being pulled. Parking brake The indicator lamp lights up red, a sig‐ nal sounds and the brake lights light The concept The parking brake is used to prevent the vehi‐...

  • Page 87: Hold Function

    Driving Controls Turn signal, high beams, After a power failure headlight flasher Putting the parking brake into operation Turn signal Switch on the ignition. Hints Press the reel while stepping on the Do not adjust the exterior mirrors brake pedal or selector lever position P is Do not adjust the exterior mirror while set.

  • Page 88: Washer/Wiper System

    Controls Driving Signaling briefly Switching on Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash. High beams, headlight flasher Push wiper lever up. The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐ sition when released.

  • Page 89: Windshield Washer Nozzles

    Driving Controls Interval mode or rain sensor Clean the windshield The concept 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.

  • Page 90: Washer Fluid

    Follow the Fold-out position of the wipers usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐ tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐ Fold wipers back when you want to change the centrate or the equivalent.◀ blades or with pending low temperatures.

  • Page 91: Displays

    Displays Controls Displays Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 92 Controls Displays 12 Range Extender fuel gauge  82 14 Display, drive mode  66 13 Messages, e.g. Check Control Charging screen Charging status  166 Range for electric driving  166 End of charging time  166 Charging state  77 Departure time with timer  167 Range Extender range  83 Maximum electrical range  166 With Range Extender: fuel gauge  82 Stationary climate...
  • Page 93 Displays Controls High-voltage battery charge indicator Performance display The accelerator pedal indicator in the perform‐ High voltage ance display indicates the current efficiency of Even if no fill level bars are displayed next the driving style. The efficient range of the per‐ to the battery symbol, the high-voltage system formance display is colored blue.

  • Page 94: Check Control

    Controls Displays bars indicate the average energy recovered ▷ Blue: electrical energy while driving time, arrow 2. ▷ White: activated secondary functions. One bar indicates one minute. Displaying energy distribution The eDRIVE system's average fuel consump‐ tion is indicated by a line above the bar display "Vehicle info"...
  • Page 95 Displays Controls Orange lights Airbag system Airbag system and belt tensioner are Active Cruise Control defective. The number bars shows the selected Have the vehicle checked by the serv‐ distance from the vehicle driving ice center immediately. ahead. For additional information, refer to Active Parking brake Cruise Control with Stop &...
  • Page 96 Controls Displays DSC Dynamic Stability Control is Steering system deactivated or DTC Dynamic Traction Steering system in some cases defec‐ Control is activated tive. Dynamic Stability Control DSC is Have the steering system checked by switched off or Dynamic Traction Con‐ the service center.
  • Page 97 Displays Controls Hiding Check Control messages For additional information, refer to High beams, refer to page 72. General lamps Check Control At least one Check Control message is displayed or is stored. The symbol is shown in the display of the instrument cluster.

  • Page 98: Coolant Temperature

    Controls Displays With Range Extender: fuel Odometer and trip odometer gauge Display The fill level bars indicate the available fuel ▷ Odometer, arrow 1, Scope of the on-board supply of the Range Extender when operating computer, refer to page 86. readiness and drive readiness are switched on.
  • Page 99 Displays Controls Hints Ice on roads Even at temperatures above Observe range +37 ℉/+3 ℃, roads might be icy. Always make sure that the range is suffi‐ Therefore, drive carefully on bridges and cient for the planned trip. The range is dynamic shaded roads, e.g., to avoid the increased risk and can abruptly change.◀...
  • Page 100 Controls Displays Speed limit detection Symbols Sym‐ Description The concept bols Speed limit detection No service is currently required. 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 deadline for scheduled mainte‐...
  • Page 101 Displays Controls Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ ▷ In the event of incorrect detection by the terior rearview mirror clean and clear. camera. ▷ If the speed limits stored in the navigation system are incorrect. Switching on/off ▷...

  • Page 102: On-Board Computer

    Controls Displays Display Calling up information on the info display Depending on your vehicle's optional features, the list in the instrument cluster can differ from Press the onboard computer button on the the illustration shown. turn signal lever. Information is displayed in the info display of the instrument cluster.

  • Page 103: Trip Computer

    Displays Controls Information in detail "Trip computer" "Reset": all values are reset. With Range Extender: total range "Automatically reset": all values are reset The total range considers the approx. 4 hours after the vehicle came to a capacity of the fuel tank as well standstill.
  • Page 104 Controls Displays Activating/deactivating the speed "Format:" warning Select the desired format. On the Control Display: The time format is stored. "Settings" Automatic time setting "Speed" Depending on your vehicle's optional features, "Warning" the time, date and, if needed, the time zone are Press the controller.
  • Page 105 If GPS geolocation has been activated, the cur‐ rent vehicle position can be displayed in the BMW i Remote App or in the ConnectedDrive customer portal. "Settings" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 106: Lights

    Controls Lights Lights Vehicle features and options With driver's door open and operating readi‐ ness turned off, the exterior lighting will be This chapter describes all standard, country- turned off automatically. specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Parking lights necessarily available in your car, e.

  • Page 107: Instrument Lighting

    Lights Controls Setting the duration "Lighting" On the Control Display: "Daytime running lamps" Settings are stored for the profile currently in "Settings" use. "Lighting" "Pathway lighting:" Roadside parking lights Set length of time. Settings are stored for the profile currently in use.

  • Page 108: Reading Lights

    Controls Lights Thumb wheel for the instrument lighting con‐ With a color scheme selected and welcome trols brightness of some of these features. lights activated they illuminate in the line's color when vehicle is unlocked. Overview 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.

  • Page 109: Safety

    Safety Controls Safety Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.

  • Page 110: Knee Airbag

    Controls Safety Knee airbag ▷ Do not apply adhesive materials to the air‐ bag cover panels, do not cover them or The knee airbag supports the legs in a frontal modify them in any way. impact. ▷ Never modify either the individual compo‐ Protective action nents or the wiring in the airbag system.

  • Page 111: Deactivation System

    Safety Controls In case of a malfunction have airbag sys‐ ▷ Do not attach covers, cushions, ball mats tem checked immediately. or other items to the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended In case of a malfunction have airbag system by your vehicle's manufacturer.

  • Page 112: Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm

    Controls Safety Tire Pressure Monitor TPM factured. After installing a child seat, make sure that the indicator lamp for the front-seat passenger airbags lights up. This indicates The concept that the child seat has been detected and the The system monitors tire inflation pressure in front-seat passenger airbags are not activated.
  • Page 113 Safety Controls Status control display Reset tire inflation pressure:"Perform reset". Tire and system status are indicated by the color of the wheels and a text message on the Drive away. Control Display. The tires are shown in gray and the status is displayed.
  • Page 114 Controls Safety Required tire inflation pressure check ▷ TPM was unable to complete the reset. message Reset the system again. A Check Control message is displayed in the ▷ Interference through systems or devices following situations with the same radio frequency: after leav‐ ing the area of the interference, the system ▷...
  • Page 115 Safety Controls sequent vehicle start-ups as long as the mal‐ The status is displayed. function exists. When the malfunction indicator Initialization is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended. When initializing the once set inflation tire TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of pressures serve as reference values in order to reasons, including the installation of replace‐...
  • Page 116 Controls Safety When a flat tire is indicated, DSC Dynamic Sta‐ Adapting your speed and driving style bility Control is switched on if needed. The displays and warnings of the system do not relieve the driver of the responsibility to System limits adapt his or her driving speed and style to the traffic conditions.◀...
  • Page 117 Safety Controls cording to their respective set‐ 3 mph/5 km/h. Time of warnings may vary with tings. the current driving situation. ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respec‐ Appropriate braking kicks in at speeds of up to tive to their individual settings. 35 mph/60 km/h.
  • Page 118 Controls Safety Switching on/off manually Tow-starting and towing For tow-starting or towing, switch off the Press button briefly: Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐ ▷ The menu for the intelligent safety tions of the individual braking systems might system is displayed. The systems lead to accidents.◀...
  • Page 119 Safety Controls The braking intervention can be interrupted by Symbol Measure stepping on the accelerator pedal or by ac‐ The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐ tively moving the steering wheel. ing. Object detection can be restricted. Limitations Brake and increase distance. of the detection range and functional restric‐...
  • Page 120 Controls Safety Warning sensitivity ▷ Central area, arrow 1, directly in front of the vehicle. The more sensitive the warning settings are, e.g. the warning time, the more warnings are ▷ Expanded area, arrow 2, to the right and displayed. However, there may also be an ex‐ left.
  • Page 121 Safety Controls At a glance ▷ LED lights up orange or goes out respec‐ tive to their individual settings. Button in the vehicle Adjust as needed. Individual settings are stored for the profile currently in use. Press button again: ▷ All Intelligent Safety systems are activated.

  • Page 122: Functional Limitations

    Controls Safety Object detection can be restricted. Limitations of the detection range and functional restric‐ tions are to be considered. System limits Detection range The detection potential of the camera is lim‐ ited. Thus a warning might not be issued or be is‐ sued late.

  • Page 123: Driving Stability Control Systems

    Driving stability control systems Controls Driving stability control systems Vehicle features and options Always be ready to apply the brake Always be ready to apply the brake, be‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- cause without energy recovery there is also no specific and optional features offered with the braking action through the electric drive unit.
  • Page 124 Controls Driving stability control systems Indicator/warning lights Deactivating DTC "Settings" The indicator lamp flashes: DSC con‐ trols the drive and braking forces. "Traction control" The indicator lamp lights up: DSC has "Normal" failed. TRACTION and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out. When drive readiness is switched on, DTC is DTC Dynamic Traction automatically deactivated.
  • Page 125 Driving stability control systems Controls Activating COMFORT Displays Press button repeatedly until COM‐ Program selection FORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. Pressing the button displays a list of the selectable programs. Depending on your vehicle's op‐ ECO PRO tional features, the list in the in‐ ECO PRO, refer to page 155, provides consis‐...

  • Page 126: Driving Comfort

    Controls Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle features and options to reactivate the system. The vehicle will auto‐ matically accelerate. This chapter describes all standard, country- As soon as the road is clear, the vehicle accel‐ specific and optional features offered with the erates to the desired speed.
  • Page 127 Driving comfort Controls Before leaving the vehicle, secure it Keep the windshield in the area behind the in‐ against moving on its own. terior rearview mirror clean and clear. Before leaving the vehicle, set the parking A dirty or covered area in front of the interior brake and reel off drive readiness.
  • Page 128 Controls Driving comfort The system is automatically interrupted in the following situations: ▷ When the brakes are applied. ▷ When selector lever position D is disen‐ gaged. ▷ When Dynamic Traction Control DTC is activated. ▷ When DSC is actively controlling stability. Press the rocker switch while the system is in‐...
  • Page 129 Driving comfort Controls Distance To accelerate to the desired speed auto‐ matically, briefly press the accelerator or Select a distance press the RES or SET button. Adjust the distance according to the traf‐ Flashing bar in the distance display indicates fic and weather conditions;...
  • Page 130 Controls Driving comfort ▷ The indicator lights up green: the system is A vehicle has been detected ahead of you. active. The vehicle symbol flashes orange: ▷ The indicator lights up orange: the system The conditions are not adequate for has been interrupted.
  • Page 131 Driving comfort Controls System limits Swerving vehicles Speed range The system is best used on well-constructed roads. The desired speed can be set between 20 mph/30 km/h and 85 mph/140 km/h. The system can also be activated when sta‐ tionary. Comply with the legal speed limit in every sit‐...

  • Page 132: Cruise Control

    Controls Driving comfort 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. General information When you approach a curve the system may Depending on the driving settings, the features briefly report vehicles in the next lane due to of the cruise control can change in certain...
  • Page 133 Driving comfort Controls Controls Maintaining, storing, and changing the speed Switching on Hints Press button on the steering wheel. Adjusting the desired speed Modify desired speed to road conditions The indicator lamp in the instrument and be ready to brake at all times; otherwise, cluster lights up.

  • Page 134: Pdc Park Distance Control

    Controls Driving comfort ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed If --- appears briefly on the display for Check past the point of resistance, the desired Control messages, it is possible that the sys‐ speed increases or decreases by a maxi‐ tem requirements are currently not ready for mum of 5 mph/10 km/h.
  • Page 135 Driving comfort Controls Monitor your driving, be on the alert, observe Settings are stored for the profile currently the vehicle surroundings and other traffic and in use. react when needed - risk of accident.◀ Automatic deactivation during forward Avoid driving fast with PDC travel Avoid approaching an object too fast.
  • Page 136 Controls Driving comfort Settings are stored for the profile currently in ▷ For objects with porous surfaces. use. Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can move into the blind area of the sensors before Visual warning or after a continuous tone sounds. The approach of the vehicle to an object can False warnings be shown on the Control Display.

  • Page 137: Rearview Camera

    Driving comfort Controls Rearview camera Clean the camera lens, refer to page 203. The concept Switching on/off The rearview camera provides assistance in Switching on automatically parking and maneuvering backwards. The area behind the vehicle is shown on the Control With drive readiness switched on, engage lever Display.
  • Page 138 Controls Driving comfort Obstacle marking ▷ Obstacle marking "Obstacle marking" Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. Pathway lines Obstacles behind the vehicle are detected by the PDC sensors and, when respectively equipped, detected by the rearview camera. Obstacle markings can be faded into the image of the rearview camera.

  • Page 139: Display Settings

    Driving comfort Controls Parking assistant Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding turning radius line. The concept This system assists the driver in parking paral‐ Display settings lel to the road. Ultrasound sensors measure parking spaces Brightness on both sides of the vehicle.
  • Page 140 Controls Driving comfort Overview Changes to the parking space Changes to the parking space after it was Button in the vehicle measured are not taken into account by the system. Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene; otherwise, there is the risk of an acci‐ dent.◀...

  • Page 141: System Status

    Driving comfort Controls Parking assistant is activated automatically. is active, suitable parking spaces are high‐ lighted. Switching on with selector lever ▷ The parking procedure is ac‐ position R tive. Steering control has Engage selector lever position R. been taken over by system. The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display.
  • Page 142 Controls Driving comfort Interrupting automatically Functional limitations The system is interrupted automatically in the The system may not be fully functional in the following situations: following situations: ▷ If the driver grasps the steering wheel or if ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel he takes over steering.
  • Page 143 Driving comfort Controls Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed. The parking assistant failed. Have the system checked. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 144: Climate Control

    Controls Climate control Climate control Vehicle features and options the selected options or country versions. This also applies to safety-related functions and This chapter describes all standard, country- systems. The respectively applicable country specific and optional features offered with the provisions must be observed when using the series.
  • Page 145 Climate control Controls Hints ▷ Footwell. Sufficient ventilation You may combine these programs as needed. When remaining in the vehicle for an ex‐ tended period of time, ensure sufficient exter‐ Defrosts windows and removes nal ventilation. Do not continuously use recir‐ condensation culated-air mode;...

  • Page 146: Automatic Climate Control

    Controls Climate control Switching the system on/off If the windows fog over, switch off recircu‐ lated-air mode and increase the air flow, if needed. Switch off Sufficient ventilation Press and hold the left button until the control switches off. When remaining in the vehicle for an ex‐ tended period of time, ensure sufficient exter‐...
  • Page 147 Climate control Controls Vent settings 10 Automatic recirculated-air control/recircu‐ lated-air mode AUTO program 11 Seat heating, right  54 Maximum cooling 12 Activated driving mode display  155 Remove ice and condensation 13 Air flow, AUTO intensity Rear window defroster Hints The selected temperature is shown on the dis‐ play of the automatic climate control.

  • Page 148: Rear Window Defroster

    Controls Climate control Air flow, air distribution and temperature are Ice and condensation are quickly removed controlled automatically. from the windshield and the front side win‐ dows. Depending on the selected temperature, For this purpose, point the side vents onto the AUTO intensity program and outside influen‐...
  • Page 149 Climate control Controls Ventilation 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. Sufficient ventilation When remaining in the vehicle for an ex‐ tended period of time, ensure sufficient exter‐...
  • Page 150 Activating with BMW i Remote App ▷ Charging cable connected or high-voltage battery sufficiently charged. Using the BMW i Remote App, the system can be directly switched on or via a preset depar‐ ▷ Drive readiness is deactivated. ture time.

  • Page 151: Interior Equipment

    Interior equipment Controls Interior equipment Vehicle features and options Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- ing or in the instructions of the system specific and optional features offered with the to be controlled, the system is gener‐ series.
  • Page 152 Controls Interior equipment erases all programming of the buttons on rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then the interior rearview mirror. stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system features an alternating-code system. Flashing Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐ and continuous illumination of the LED will re‐...

  • Page 153: Digital Compass

    Interior equipment Controls Likewise, press and hold the button of the proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes desired function on the hand-held trans‐ rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The mitter. functions cannot be deleted individually. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐ rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐...
  • Page 154 Controls Interior equipment World map with magnetic zones Procedure Procedure Press and hold the control button for ap‐ Make sure that there are no large metallic prox. 3 to 4 seconds. The number of the objects or overhead power lines near the set compass zone appears in the mirror.

  • Page 155: Sun Visor

    Interior equipment Controls Settings are stored automatically after approxi‐ Replace the cover after use mately 10 seconds. 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 Overview Glare shield...
  • Page 156 Controls Interior equipment Sockets In the trunk General information The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment when operating and drive readiness are activated. Note The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable The socket is located on the right side in the connectors.

  • Page 157: Cargo Area

    Interior equipment Controls At a glance Installing Place the cover in the brackets. Attach the retaining straps. Enlarging the trunk General information The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrest. Hints The socket is located between the front seats. Danger of jamming Before folding down the rear seat back‐...
  • Page 158 Controls Interior equipment Folding down rear seat backrest Only use loops for releasing the rear seat backrests Do not use the loops for releasing the rear seat backrests to attach objects; otherwise there is an increased risk of injury because of unex‐ pected movement of the rear seat backrest.◀...

  • Page 159: Storage Compartments

    Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle features and options Glove compartment This chapter describes all standard, country- Front passenger side specific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not Note necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to Close the glove compartment again im‐...

  • Page 160: Front Cup Holder

    Controls Storage compartments Receptacle for cupholder To open, press button, arrow 1. To open, press button, arrow 2. There is a receptacle for the cup holder be‐ tween the seats. Front cup holder Hints Shatter-proof containers and no hot drinks Use light and shatter-proof containers and do not transport hot drinks.

  • Page 161: Storage Compartment

    Storage compartments Controls Storage compartment Overview There is a storage compartment between the Between the seats. seats. Clothes hooks Compartments in the doors Do not obstruct view Do not stow any breakable objects When suspending clothing from the Do not store any breakable objects, e. g. hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driv‐...
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  • Page 163: Driving Tips

    Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 164: Things To Remember When Driving

    Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle features and options Brake system Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐ This chapter describes all standard, country- prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimal per‐ specific and optional features offered with the formance between brake discs and brake series.

  • Page 165: General Driving Notes

    Things to remember when driving Driving tips charging location. If necessary, the high-volt‐ age battery will be charged automatically. Make sure that the charging process takes place. Regularly check the charging state. Don't allow battery charge status to drop too low - it will damage the battery.◀...
  • Page 166 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Mobile communication devices in the Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid vehicle any obstacles with a minimum of steering ef‐ fort. Mobile communication devices in the ve‐ Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from hicle the hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its It is not recommended to use mobile phones,...
  • Page 167 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Brake disc corrosion Brake disc corrosion and contamination of the brake pads are favored by: ▷ Low mileage. ▷ Extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all. ▷ Infrequent use of the brakes. Corrosion will built up when the maximum pressure applied to the brake pads during braking is not reached - thus discs don't get...

  • Page 168: Loading

    Driving tips Loading Loading Vehicle features and options Only use loops for releasing the rear seat backrests This chapter describes all standard, country- Do not use the loops for releasing the rear seat specific and optional features offered with the backrests to attach objects;...

  • Page 169: Securing Cargo

    Loading Driving tips Securing cargo is 400 lbs: 1,000 lbs minus 600 lbs = 400 lbs. Lashing eyes in the trunk Determine the combined weight of lug‐ gage and cargo being loaded on the vehi‐ cle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.

  • Page 170: Increase Range

    Driving tips Increase range Increase range General information Check the tire inflation pressure regularly The vehicle contains comprehensive technolo‐ Check and, if needed, correct the tire inflation gies for reducing the energy consumption and pressure at least twice a month and before for maximizing the range.

  • Page 171: Online Edition For Part No. 01 40 2 960 865 - Ii/15

    The maintenance should be carried out by speed limit can be consciously exceeded by your service center. applying the accelerator pedal. Also note the BMW Maintenance System, refer Activate ECO PRO and ECO PRO+ to page 188. Press button repeatedly until ECO...

  • Page 172: Online Edition For Part No. 01 40 2 960 865 - Ii/15

    Driving tips Increase range ECO PRO Tip Mark in the ePOWER area, arrow 2: display when accelerating. ▷ "Limit at:": Your driving style's efficiency is shown by the Adjust the ECO PRO speed. bar's color: ▷ "ECO PRO speed warning": ▷...

  • Page 173: Online Edition For Part No. 01 40 2 960 865 - Ii/15

    Increase range Driving tips Indications on the Control Display Select the symbol. eDRIVE Display on the Control Display Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ ogy can be displayed while driving. "Vehicle info" "eDRIVE" Displaying ECO PRO Tips ECO PRO Tips can be displayed while driving as a note in the split screen in the energy flow display.

  • Page 174: Online Edition For Part No. 01 40 2 960 865 - Ii/15

    Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 175: Mobility

    Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 176: Charging Vehicle

    For optimal use of the energy from the power Level 2 charging station, e.g. from the operator grid, charging at a Level 2 charging station, such as BMW i Wallbox, is recommended. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...
  • Page 177 Charging vehicle Mobility of the Level 2 charging station. The permitted Follow instructions at the charging sta‐ charge current strength can vary by country. tion The charge current strength for Level 2 charg‐ When working with electrical current, follow ing, refer to page 166, can be adjusted in the the instructions at the charging station.
  • Page 178 Mobility Charging vehicle sonal injury, e.g., from burning cables. Informa‐ ble to charge at DC charging stations. Charg‐ tion about the approved charging cables can ing is performed with direct current at be obtained from the service center.◀ designated DC charging stations. At the higher lidacity current connection of a DC charger Use the charging cable only for charging station the charging time is significantly lower...
  • Page 179 Charging vehicle Mobility Connection Charging cable is unlocked. To connect, engage selector lever in position P Press the release button on the handle, ar‐ and unlock the vehicle. Set the parking brake if row 1, and grasp the charging cable at the needed.
  • Page 180 Mobility Charging vehicle Manually unlocking charging port flap Grasp the charging cable at the gripping areas. In case of an electrical malfunction of the charging cable lock, the charging port flap can Remove charging cable. be manually unlocked. Open rear door on the side of the charging Charging operation port flap.
  • Page 181 Control Display Set rate end. Turn the controller until the and via the BMW i Remote App on the smart‐ desired time is set and press the controller. phone.
  • Page 182 Mobility Charging vehicle Terminating charging process "AC charging power:" Settings are stored. When you change charg‐ Removing the charging cable from the ve‐ ing locations you also might need to change hicle, refer to page 163. the setting for charging. Stow the charging cable as required.
  • Page 183 Charging vehicle Mobility If drive readiness is switched off, changes can Display Meaning be made on the Control Display. Departure Indicator in white: maximum electri‐ time can only be changed once. Scheduled de‐ cal range. parture times are not adjusted. Settings for cli‐ mate control and charging operation are also White clock: departure time set.

  • Page 184: Vehicle Battery

    Mobility Charging vehicle Climate control Connect either a Level 1 or Level 2 charg‐ ing cable to the household socket or the port on the charging station. General information Attach charging cable corresponding to The following settings for climate control of the charging socket connection.

  • Page 185: Refueling

    Refueling Mobility Refueling Vehicle features and options General information In the fuel tank, excess pressure can build up This chapter describes all standard, country- due to gasoline vapors which are dissipated specific and optional features offered with the before the tank lid is opened. series.
  • Page 186 Mobility Refueling Manually unlocking fuel filler flap Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap. In the event of an electrical malfunction, e.g. The release is located in the trunk. Open hood, refer to page 183. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol.
  • Page 187 Refueling Mobility Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank; otherwise fuel may eslide, causing harm to the environ‐ ment and damaging the vehicle.◀ Handling fuels Observe safety regulations posted at the gas station.◀ No simultaneous charging and refueling Do not refuel while a charging cable is plugged in, and maintain an adequate safety distance from highly flammable materials.

  • Page 188: Fuel

    Fuel recommendation system.◀ Note Recommended fuel grade General fuel quality BMW recommends AKI 91. Even fuels that conform to the specifica‐ tions can be of low quality. This may cause en‐ Minimum fuel grade gine problems, for instance poor engine start- BMW recommends AKI 89.

  • Page 189: Wheels And Tires

    Wheels and tires Mobility Wheels and tires Vehicle features and options Only check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold. This means after driving no more This chapter describes all standard, country- than 1.25 miles/2 km or when the vehicle has specific and optional features offered with the been parked for at least 2 hours.

  • Page 190: Tire Identification Marks

    Mobility Wheels and tires Tire identification marks Tire size 245/45 R 18 96 Y 245: nominal width in mm 45: aspect ratio in % R: radial tire code 18: rim diameter in inches These pressure values can also be found on 96: load rating, not for ZR tires the tire inflation pressure label on the driver's Y: speed rating, before the R on ZR tires...

  • Page 191: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    Wheels and tires Mobility Uniform Tire Quality Grading Temperature Quality grades can be found where applicable The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and C, representing the tire's resistance to the and maximum section width. generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions For example: Treadwear 200;...

  • Page 192: Tire Damage

    Mobility Wheels and tires Minimum tread depth In case of tire damage If there are indications of tire damage, re‐ duce your speed immediately and have the rims and tires checked right away; otherwise, there is the increased risk of an accident. Drive carefully to the nearest service center.

  • Page 193: New Tires

    Wheels and tires Mobility Approved wheels and tires Retreaded tires You should only use wheels and tires Possibly substantial variations in the de‐ that have been approved by the vehicle manu‐ sign and age of the tire casing structures can facturer for your vehicle type;...
  • Page 194 Mobility Wheels and tires Mobility System Sealing container The concept With the Mobility System, minor tire damage can be sealed quickly to enable continued travel. To accomplish this, sealant is pumped into the tires, which seals the damage from the inside.
  • Page 195 Wheels and tires Mobility Filling the tire with sealant Slide the sealing container upright into the holder on the compressor housing, ensur‐ Shake the sealing container. ing that it engages audibly. Take the connection hose completely out Screw the connection hose onto the tire of the compressor housing.

  • Page 196: Distributing The Sealant

    Mobility Wheels and tires With operating readiness or drive readi‐ Wrap the empty sealant container and con‐ ness switched on, reel on the compressor. nection hose in suitable material to avoid dirtying the cargo area. Stow the Mobility System back in the vehi‐ cle.

  • Page 197: Snow Chains

    Wheels and tires Mobility Insert the connector into a power socket Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instruc‐ inside the vehicle. tions. Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tight. Retighten as needed accord‐ ing to the chain manufacturer's instructions. Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.

  • Page 198: Under The Hood

    Mobility Under the hood Under the hood What is important under the hood Washer fluid reservoir Coolant reservoir for climate control With Range Extender: filler flap emergency Coolant reservoir for drive unlocking The occasional use cable compartment in the If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐ center is used for storage of the Level 1 charg‐...

  • Page 199: Opening Hood

    Under the hood Mobility Opening hood Danger of jamming Make sure that the closing path of the Unlocking hood hood is clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀ Press button on the remote con‐ trol or in the driver's footwell, refer to page 44.

  • Page 200: Engine Oil

    Mobility Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle features and options Remove the cargo floor panel. 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.
  • Page 201 Engine oil Mobility Adding or changing engine If necessary, have engine oil added or changed by the service center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 202: Coolant

    Mobility Coolant Coolant 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.
  • Page 203 Coolant Mobility Close cap. Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi‐ nated by the service center as soon as possible. Coolant reservoir for drive Checking Allow the drive to cool down. Check the coolant level. The marks are on the side of the coolant reservoir.

  • Page 204: Maintenance

    BMW specifications changing the engine oil and the microfilter/ with appropriately trained personnel. Other‐ activated-charcoal filter.
  • Page 205 Maintenance Mobility Service and Warranty Position Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Please consult your Service and Warranty In‐ formation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod‐ els for additional information on service re‐...

  • Page 206: Replacing Components

    Mobility Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle features and options Remove the wiper blade toward one side. 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.
  • Page 207 Replacing components Mobility the service center if you are unfamiliar those or If the headlights do not dim despite driving if they have not been described here. with the light switched on, increasing humidity forms, e. g. water droplets in the light, have the You can obtain a selection of replacement service center check this.

  • Page 208: Low Beams

    Mobility Replacing components Low beams To insert the bulb and bulb holder, proceed in reverse order of removal. Make sure that Follow general instructions, refer to page 190. the bulb holder snaps into place. 55-watt bulb, H7. Close the headlight housing with the lid. Fold up cover in front of the headlights.
  • Page 209 Replacing components Mobility Access High beams 55-watt bulb, H11. Turn the right bulb holder counterclock‐ wise and remove. In the wheel house, turn the cover counter‐ clockwise and remove it. Turn signal Press the bulb gently into the socket, turn 24-watt bulb, PSY24W.

  • Page 210: Changing Wheels

    Mobility Replacing components Changing wheels After a battery replacement, have the battery registered on the vehicle by the service center to ensure that all comfort features are fully Hints available and that any Check Control mes‐ Which is why no spare tire is available. sages of these comfort features are no longer The tools for changing wheels are available as displayed.

  • Page 211: Replacing Fuse

    Replacing components Mobility could lead to a circuit overload, ultimately re‐ sulting in a fire in the vehicle.◀ Replacing fuse The fuses are located in the passenger foot‐ well under the dashboard. To open, loosen screws, arrow 1. Fold down the fuse holder, arrow 2. Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet.

  • Page 212: Breakdown Assistance

    If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until the voice connection has been estab‐ lished. ▷ The LED flashes green when a connection to the BMW Response Center has been established. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 213: First Aid Kit

    ▷ If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW Jump-starting Response Center can no longer be heard Not jumping or directly charging the ve‐ via the speaker, you can nevertheless still hicle battery be heard at the BMW Response Center.
  • Page 214 Mobility Breakdown assistance Transporting your vehicle Engage selector lever position N. If there are electrical malfunctions, it may hap‐ Note pen that you can't change the selector lever Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed. position. Therefore, contact a service center in the Towing other vehicles event of a breakdown.
  • Page 215 Esliding fluids The tow fitting can be screwed in at the front Do not touch any fluids esliding from the or rear of the BMW. high-voltage battery, or the skin can sustain The tow fitting is located in the storage com‐...

  • Page 216: Care

    Mobility Care Care Vehicle features and options Follow the user's manual for the high-pressure washer.◀ This chapter describes all standard, country- Cleaning sensors/camera lenses with specific and optional features offered with the high-pressure washers series. It also describes features that are not necessarily available in your car, e.

  • Page 217: Vehicle Care

    Car care products Remove foot from brake pedal. BMW recommends using care and cleaning Press the Start/Stop button. products from BMW, since these have been In this way, operating readiness remains tested and approved. switched on, and a Check-Control mes‐...

  • Page 218: Safety Belts

    Mobility Care Chrome surfaces Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased Carefully clean components such as the radia‐ wear and premature degradation of the leather tor grille or door handles with an ample supply surface.
  • Page 219 Care Mobility Chemical cleaning Keeping out moisture Do not clean chemically; this can destroy Keep all fluids and moisture away from the webbing.◀ the unit; otherwise, electrical components can be damaged.◀ Use only a mild soapy solution, with the safety belts clipped into their buckles.
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  • Page 221: Reference

    Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 222: Technical Data

    The specified heights do not take into account attached parts, for example, a roof antenna, BMW i3 Width with mirrors inches/mm 80.3/2,039 Width without mirrors inches/mm 69.9/1,775...
  • Page 223 Technical data Reference Weights BMW i3 without Range Extender Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 3,615/1,640 Load lbs/kg 715/324 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 1,720/780 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,005/909 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 15.1–36.9/260–1,100 BMW i3 with Range Extender...

  • Page 224: Appendix

    Reference Appendix Appendix Any updates to the Owner's Manual of the ve‐ This corresponds to pressing the re‐ hicle are listed here. mote control button. Hood Correction to the Owner's Manual Opening from the outside The hood cannot be opened from the outside. Opposite to the description in this Owner's Manual, the following changes were imple‐...
  • Page 225 Appendix Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 960 865 - II/15...

  • Page 226: Everything From A To Z

    Automatic climate con‐ BMW eDRIVE light trol BMW Homepage Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ Automatic cornering adjust‐ BMW i Driver’s Guide App culated-air mode 129, ment BMW Internet page Air conditioner Automatic Cruise Control BMW maintenance sys‐ Air, dehumidifying, refer to with Stop &...
  • Page 227 Everything from A to Z Reference Bulb replacement, tail Changing wheels/tires Comfort Access lights Charging battery, see Vehicle COMFORT program, Dy‐ Bulbs and lamps charging namic Driving Control Button, RES Charging, refer to Charging Compartments in the Button, Start/Stop vehicle doors Bypassing, refer to Jump- Charging, refer to Vehicle...
  • Page 228 Reference Everything from A to Z Cruising range Drive readiness, switching EfficientDynamics Current fuel consumption Electric driving Drive readiness, switching Electric driving, see BMW eDRIVE Driving Dynamics Con‐ Electric range Damage, tires trol Electronic Stability Program Data, technical Driving in detail...
  • Page 229 Everything from A to Z Reference Eyes for securing cargo FTM Flat Tire Monitor Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ Fuel ture via remote control Fuel consumption, current Headlight flasher Fuel consumption, refer to Headlight glass Failure message, see Check Average fuel consump‐ Headlights Control tion...
  • Page 230 Reference Everything from A to Z Icy roads, see External tem‐ Interior lights during unlock‐ LED headlights, bulb replace‐ perature warning ment Identification marks, tires Interior lights with the vehicle LEDs, light-emitting di‐ Identification number, see ve‐ locked odes hicle identification num‐ Interior motion sensor Length, vehicle Interior rearview mirror, auto‐...
  • Page 231 Everything from A to Z Reference Make-up mirror Mounting of child restraint Optional equipment, standard Malfunction displays, see systems equipment Check Control Multifunction steering wheel, Outside air, refer to Auto‐ Manual air distribu‐ buttons matic recirculated-air con‐ tion 129, Multimedia trol Manual air flow 130, Overheating of engine, refer...
  • Page 232 Reference Everything from A to Z Pressure warning FTM, Rear window de‐ Safety belt reminder for driv‐ tires froster 129, er's seat and front passen‐ Profile, refer to Personal Pro‐ Recirculated-air filter ger seat file Recirculated-air Safety belts Programmable memory but‐ mode 129, Safety belts, care tons, iDrive...
  • Page 233 Everything from A to Z Reference Slide/tilt glass roof Switch, refer to Cockpit Towing Smallest turning radius Symbols Tow lug, see Tow fitting Snow chains Symbols in the status field TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ Socket Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ Traction control nostics TRACTION, driving dynam‐...
  • Page 234 Reference Everything from A to Z Vehicle features and op‐ Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor tions Vehicle identification num‐ Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM Vehicle jack Width, vehicle Vehicle paint Window defroster, Vehicle position, GPS loca‐ rear 129, tion Windows, powered Vehicle wash Windshield washer fluid Ventilation...
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