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Fuel Petrol engines Unleaded gasoline is not worse than AI-95 (engines with catalytic converter). Unleaded or leaded gasoline no worse than AI-95 (engines...
Fuel Petrol engines Unleaded gasoline is not worse than AI-95 (engines with catalytic converter). Unleaded or leaded gasoline no worse than AI-95 (engines...
Controls and instruments
* In this Section, special car accessories, additional equipment items or export model packages are marked with an asterisk. All models and all types of...
* In this Section, special car accessories, additional equipment items or export model packages are marked with an asterisk. All models and all types of...
Control and signal lamps
The control and signal lamps marked with * light up for a while to check their functionality from the moment the ignition key is turned to position 2 and go...
The control and signal lamps marked with * light up for a while to check their functionality from the moment the ignition key is turned to position 2 and go...
Odometers, outside air temperature indicator
The design of the counters and indicator varies depending on the configuration of your vehicle. Total mileage counter When the ignition key is set to position...
The design of the counters and indicator varies depending on the configuration of your vehicle. Total mileage counter When the ignition key is set to position...
Direction indicator and high beam switch
The switch has the following operating positions: 1 - High beam (after switching on, the blue indicator light is on) 2 - Light signal 3 - Direction indicators...
The switch has the following operating positions: 1 - High beam (after switching on, the blue indicator light is on) 2 - Light signal 3 - Direction indicators...
Windscreen wipers and washers
0 - initial position (windshield wipers don't work) 1 - operation of windscreen wipers in interval mode/rain intensity sensor 2 - operation of windshield...
0 - initial position (windshield wipers don't work) 1 - operation of windscreen wipers in interval mode/rain intensity sensor 2 - operation of windshield...
Rear window heating
Turning on Press the key. While the indicator lamp is on, the rear window heating operates in high power mode (accelerated defrosting) When the lamp goes out,...
Turning on Press the key. While the indicator lamp is on, the rear window heating operates in high power mode (accelerated defrosting) When the lamp goes out,...
Multifunction steering wheel (MFL)
1 - Telephone: pick up/hang up, start dialing, end call 2 - Radio/phone: switching 3 - Radio/Phone: Search for a station/phone number down the range/phone list...
1 - Telephone: pick up/hang up, start dialing, end call 2 - Radio/phone: switching 3 - Radio/Phone: Search for a station/phone number down the range/phone list...
Emergency light signaling
The button backlight flashes periodically when the alarm is on. When the vehicle's lights are on, the button is illuminated, making it easier to find.
The button backlight flashes periodically when the alarm is on. When the vehicle's lights are on, the button is illuminated, making it easier to find.
Vehicle keys
1 - Key for a single lock with backlight (switching on is done by pressing the BMW symbol) 2 - A spare key to keep in a safe place, such as a wallet. This key...
1 - Key for a single lock with backlight (switching on is done by pressing the BMW symbol) 2 - A spare key to keep in a safe place, such as a wallet. This key...
Electronic anti-theft system
The key as a means of ensuring security The electronic anti-theft system increases the level of protection of your BMW against theft. It allows you to start...
The key as a means of ensuring security The electronic anti-theft system increases the level of protection of your BMW against theft. It allows you to start...
Single lock — operating principle
The single lock only works if both front doors are closed. The single lock ensures simultaneous locking and, accordingly, unlocking of the doors, trunk and...
The single lock only works if both front doors are closed. The single lock ensures simultaneous locking and, accordingly, unlocking of the doors, trunk and...
Doors (outside) — unlocking and locking
Do not lock the car if there are people inside, as it will be impossible to open the doors from the inside. On some export models, the alarm can only be...
Do not lock the car if there are people inside, as it will be impossible to open the doors from the inside. On some export models, the alarm can only be...
Remote radio control
Unlocking Press button 1. At the same time, the anti-theft system is unlocked, the security alarm is deactivated and the interior light is turned on. On some...
Unlocking Press button 1. At the same time, the anti-theft system is unlocked, the security alarm is deactivated and the interior light is turned on. On some...
Keys to a single lock
Keys with a remote radio transmitter are keys to a single lock. There is no lock on the front passenger door. This is done to improve the car's anti-theft...
Keys with a remote radio transmitter are keys to a single lock. There is no lock on the front passenger door. This is done to improve the car's anti-theft...
Doors (from inside) — unlocking and locking
This button activates the single locking system when the front doors are closed. This unlocks or locks all doors, the trunk, and the fuel filler flap, but does...
This button activates the single locking system when the front doors are closed. This unlocks or locks all doors, the trunk, and the fuel filler flap, but does...
Trunk — unlocking and locking
Only keys from a single lock are suitable for the trunk (refer to the subsection " Keys "). Separate trunk locking Apply some force, turn the key to the right...
Only keys from a single lock are suitable for the trunk (refer to the subsection " Keys "). Separate trunk locking Apply some force, turn the key to the right...
Security alarm
The security alarm responds to: opening a door, hood or trunk lid movement inside the car (radio interior protection system) change in the vehicle's tilt, for...
The security alarm responds to: opening a door, hood or trunk lid movement inside the car (radio interior protection system) change in the vehicle's tilt, for...
Window lifts — control
The windows can be used after turning the ignition key to position 1. If you press a two-position switch without going beyond the point of increased...
The windows can be used after turning the ignition key to position 1. If you press a two-position switch without going beyond the point of increased...
Sliding and lifting hatch
The sunroof can be controlled after turning the ignition key to position 1. Lift: Press the switch. The cover in the headliner will move back only a few...
The sunroof can be controlled after turning the ignition key to position 1. Lift: Press the switch. The cover in the headliner will move back only a few...
Sun protection curtain
To activate the support drive, press the key. The drive is activated after turning the ignition key to position 1. Sun protection curtains for rear side...
To activate the support drive, press the key. The drive is activated after turning the ignition key to position 1. Sun protection curtains for rear side...
Seats — description and adjustment
The seats, as a vital element in the chain that connects man, chassis and road, were developed with particular care, using the most modern methods, such as CAD...
The seats, as a vital element in the chain that connects man, chassis and road, were developed with particular care, using the most modern methods, such as CAD...
Adjusting the position of the steering wheel
Manual adjustment 1. Pull the locking handle down. 2. After taking the correct position on the seat, adjust the longitudinal position and angle of the steering...
Manual adjustment 1. Pull the locking handle down. 2. After taking the correct position on the seat, adjust the longitudinal position and angle of the steering...
Rear view mirrors
Exterior rear view mirrors 1. switch for adjusting the mirror position in four directions 2. switch from one mirror to another 3. key for closing and opening...
Exterior rear view mirrors 1. switch for adjusting the mirror position in four directions 2. switch from one mirror to another 3. key for closing and opening...
Memory device for seat, mirrors and steering wheel position
It is possible to memorize and recall up to three seat, mirror and steering wheel settings (if only it is electrically adjustable). The use of a lumbar support...
It is possible to memorize and recall up to three seat, mirror and steering wheel settings (if only it is electrically adjustable). The use of a lumbar support...
Glove box
Opening Pull the handle. This will turn on the drawer light. Closing Close the lid with an upward movement Locking To lock the box, you need to use the key...
Opening Pull the handle. This will turn on the drawer light. Closing Close the lid with an upward movement Locking To lock the box, you need to use the key...
Compartments for storing small items
The lid of the drawer at the front on the beveled side of the middle console is made to slide (see illustration). When the vehicle is equipped with a cassette...
The lid of the drawer at the front on the beveled side of the middle console is made to slide (see illustration). When the vehicle is equipped with a cassette...
Drink Can Holder
Two drink can holders are located in the compartment on the front side of the center console (see illustration), and also at the back, at the end of the middle...
Two drink can holders are located in the compartment on the front side of the center console (see illustration), and also at the back, at the end of the middle...
Ashtray in front
Opening The ashtray opens by simply pressing in the direction shown by the arrow. Put out your cigarette in the ashtray's receptacle without using too much...
Opening The ashtray opens by simply pressing in the direction shown by the arrow. Put out your cigarette in the ashtray's receptacle without using too much...
Cigarette lighter in the cabin
Click on the indentation (shown by arrow) and push the cigarette lighter into the socket. Once it is pushed back, it can be removed. Hold the hot cigarette...
Click on the indentation (shown by arrow) and push the cigarette lighter into the socket. Once it is pushed back, it can be removed. Hold the hot cigarette...
Ashtrays in the back
Opening The ashtray opens by pressing on the recess. Cleaning Press on the edge of the lid (as shown by the arrow). The ashtray will move upwards and can then...
Opening The ashtray opens by pressing on the recess. Cleaning Press on the edge of the lid (as shown by the arrow). The ashtray will move upwards and can then...
Device for transporting long objects
The rear seat back is divided in a ⅓:⅔ ratio. To store long items, you can fold down each of these parts of the back. To recline part of the backrest, grasp...
The rear seat back is divided in a ⅓:⅔ ratio. To store long items, you can fold down each of these parts of the back. To recline part of the backrest, grasp...
Ski Carrying Case
The case can be used to transport up to four pairs of skis without worrying about their safety or the cleanliness of the interior. Taking into account the...
The case can be used to transport up to four pairs of skis without worrying about their safety or the cleanliness of the interior. Taking into account the...
Security systems
Seat belts You must fasten your seat belts before every trip. Fastening: When fastening, the belt buckle should lock with an audible click. Releasing: Press...
Seat belts You must fasten your seat belts before every trip. Fastening: When fastening, the belt buckle should lock with an audible click. Releasing: Press...
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