BMW 325Ci Coupe (2006 year). Instruction

8 Front brake pads
9 Rear brake pads
10 Brake fluid
The sequence of displayed service items may
vary. The data for the next service appointment
is shown first.
More information on the BMW Maintenance
System can be found on page

115

Clock

Setting the time

To set the 12h/24h mode, refer to Formats and
units of measure on page

Push button

1 in the turn indicator stalk up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate
symbol appears in the display, accompa-
nied by the time and the word "SET".

Press button

Use button

1 to set the hours.

Press button

2 to confirm the entry.

Use button

1 to set the minutes.

Press button

2 to confirm the entry.

Press button

The system accepts the new time.

Date

Setting the date

To set the dd/mm or mm/dd date format, refer
to Formats and units of measure on page

Push button

1 in the turn indicator stalk up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate
symbol appears in the display, accompa-
nied by the date and the word "SET".

Press button

Use button

1 to set the day of the month.

Press button

2 to confirm the entry.

Set the month and the year in the same way.

Press button

The system stores the new date.

Check Control

The concept

The Check Control monitors vehicle functions
and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys-
tems monitored. Such a Check Control mes-
sage includes indicator or warning lamps in the
instrument cluster and, in some circumstances,
an acoustic signal.

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Indicator and warning lamps can light up in both
the indicator area

1 and the display 2 in various

combinations and colors.

What to do in case of a malfunction

The meaning of each lamp in the event of a mal-
function and tips on how to respond are listed
starting on page

127

Hiding Check Control messages

Press the button in the turn indicator stalk.
Some Check Control messages remain visible
until the malfunction in question has been recti-
fied. They cannot be hidden. If several malfunc-
tions occur at the same time, Check Control
messages are displayed in succession.
Other Check Control messages are automati-
cally hidden after approx. 20 seconds, but
remain stored.

indicates that Check Control messages have

been stored. You can view the Check Control
messages whenever it is convenient for you.

Viewing stored Check Control
messages

Push button

1 in the turn indicator stalk up

or down repeatedly until the appropriate
symbol appears in the display, accompa-
nied by the words "CHECK CONTROL".

Press button

"CHECK OK" appears if there are no Check
Control messages.
If a Check Control message has been
stored, the corresponding lamp comes on.

Push button

1 to check for other messages.

Press button

The display again shows the outside tem-
perature and the time.

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PDC Park Distance Control*

The concept

The PDC assists you with maneuvering in tight
parking spaces. Acoustic signals warn you of
the presence of an object behind your vehicle.
To measure the distance, there are four ultra-
sonic sensors in either bumper.
However, an acoustic warning does not sound
until an object is closer than approx. 24 in/
60 cm to the corner sensors, or closer than
approx. 5 ft/1.50 m to the center sensors.

PDC is a parking aid that can indicate
objects when they are approached

slowly, as is usually the case when parking.
Avoid approaching an object at high speed, oth-
erwise physical circumstances may lead to the
system warning being issued too late.

Switching on automatically

With the engine running or the ignition switched
on, the system is activated automatically after
approx. 1 second when you engage reverse
gear or move the automatic transmission selec-
tor lever to position R. Wait this short period
before driving.

Signal tones

When nearing an object, its position is indicated
correspondingly by an interval tone. As the dis-
tance between vehicle and object decreases,
the intervals between the tones become
shorter. If the distance to the nearest object
falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a contin-
uous tone sounds.
An interval tone is interrupted after approx.
3 seconds

if you remain in front of an object that has
been detected by only one of the corner
sensors

if you are driving parallel to a wall.

Malfunction

The indicator lamp in the instrument
cluster comes on. PDC is malfunc-
tioning. Have the system checked.

To avoid this problem, keep the sensors clean
and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that
they will continue to operate effectively. When
using a high-pressure cleaner, do not spray the
sensors for extended periods of time and only
from a distance of at least 4 in/10 cm.

System limitations

Even with PDC, final responsibility for
estimating the distance between the

vehicle and any obstructions always remains
with the driver. Even when sensors are pro-
vided, there is a blind spot in which objects can
no longer be detected. The system is also sub-
ject to the physical limits that apply to all forms
of ultrasonic measurement, such as those
encountered with trailer towbars and couplings,
thin and wedge-shaped objects, etc. Low
objects already indicated, such as a curb, may
enter the sensors' dead areas before a continu-
ous audible signal is given. Higher, protruding
objects, such as wall ledges, may not be detect-
able. Loud sound sources outside or inside the
car can drown out the PDC signal.

Driving stability control

systems

Your BMW has a number of systems that help
to maintain the vehicle's stability even in
adverse driving conditions.

ABS Antilock Brake System

ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking. Safe steering response is maintained
even during full braking. Active safety is thus
increased.
The ABS is operational every time you start the
engine. Braking safely, refer to page

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Electronic brake-force distribution

The system controls the brake pressure in the
rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior.

DBC Dynamic Brake Control

When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the maximum braking
force boost and thus helps to achieve the short-
est possible braking distance during full brak-
ing. This system exploits all of the benefits pro-
vided by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake for the
duration of the brake application. If the brake is
released, DBC will be switched off.

DSC Dynamic Stability Control

DSC prevents the driving wheels from losing
traction when you pull away from rest or accel-
erate. DSC also recognizes unstable driving
conditions, for example if the rear of the car is
about to swerve or if momentum is acting at an
angle past the front wheels. In these cases,
DSC helps the vehicle maintain a safe course
within physical limits by reducing engine output
and through braking actions at the individual
wheels.

The laws of physics cannot be repealed,
even with DSC. An appropriate driving

style always remains the responsibility of the
driver. Therefore, do not reduce the additional
safety margin again by taking risks.

Deactivating DSC

Press the button for at least 3 seconds; the indi-
cator lamps for DSC in the instrument cluster
light up. Dynamic Traction Control DTC and
DSC have been simultaneously deactivated.

Stabilizing and drive-output promoting actions
are no longer executed.
To increase vehicle stability, activate DSC again
as soon as possible.

Activating DSC

Press the button again; the indicator lamps in
the instrument cluster go out.

To control

If the indicator lamp flashes:
DSC controls the drive forces and
brake forces.
If the indicator lamps are on:
DSC is deactivated.

DTC Dynamic Traction Control

DTC is a version of DSC in which the drive out-
put is optimized for particular road conditions,
e.g. unplowed snow-covered roads. The sys-
tem assures the maximal drive output, but with
reduced driving stability. It is therefore neces-
sary to drive with appropriate caution.
You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC
under the following special circumstances:

When driving uphill on snow-covered roads,
in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered
roads

When rocking a stuck vehicle free or start-
ing off in deep snow or on loose ground

When driving with snow chains

Activating DTC

Press the button; the indicator lamps for DTC in
the instrument cluster come on.

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To control

If the indicator lamp flashes:
DTC controls the drive forces and
brake forces.
If the indicator lamps are on:
DTC has been activated.

Deactivating DTC

Press the button again; the DTC indicator
lamps in the instrument cluster go out.

Drive-off assistant

The drive-off assistant enables you to drive off
smoothly on uphill gradients. It is not necessary
to use the handbrake for this.

Hold the car in place by depressing the
brake.

Release the brake and drive off without
delay.

The drive-off assistant holds the car in
place for approx. 2 seconds after the

brake is released. Depending on vehicle load,
the car may roll backwards a little during this
time span. Drive off without delay after releas-
ing the brake. Otherwise, the drive-off assistant
will no longer hold the car in place after approx.
2 seconds and the car will start to roll back-
wards.

Flat Tire Monitor FTM*

The concept

The Flat Tire Monitor monitors tire pressures
while the car is being driven. The system
reports any significant loss of pressure in one
tire in relation to another.
If a tire loses pressure, its rolling radius
changes, and this in turn alters the speed of
rotation. This change is detected and is
reported as a flat tire.

Functional requirement

In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat
tire, the system must be initialized for the cor-
rect tire inflation pressure.

The system must be reinitialized each
time a tire inflation pressure has been cor-

rected or a wheel or tire has been changed.

System limitations

The Flat Tire Monitor is unable to warn
the driver of sudden, severe tire damage

caused by external factors, nor can it identify
the gradual loss of pressure that will inevitably
occur in all four tires over a lengthy period of
time.

In the following situations, the system could be
delayed or malfunction:

System has not been initialized

Driving on snowy or slippery road surface

Performance-oriented style of driving: slip
in the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration

If snow chains are attached

Initializing the system

The initialization is completed during driv-
ing, which can be interrupted at any time.

When driving resumes, the initialization is con-
tinued automatically.
Do not initialize the system while snow chains
are attached.

For operating principle refer to page

Start the engine immediately before pulling
away, but do not drive off yet.

Lightly push button

1 in the turn indicator

stalk up or down repeatedly until the corre-

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sponding symbol appears in the display
accompanied by the word "INIT".

Press button

2 to confirm your choice of the

Flat Tire Monitor.

Press button

2 for approx. 5 seconds, until

the reading shown below is displayed.

Start to drive.
Initialization is completed while the car is on
the move, without any feedback.

Indication of a flat tire

The warning lamps come on in yellow
and red. In addition, an acoustic sig-
nal sounds. There is a flat tire or sub-
stantial loss of tire pressure.

Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph
or 80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and
steering maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed
of 50 mph or 80 km/h.

If the car is not equipped with Run-
Flat Tires, refer to page

109

, the stan-

dard equipment by design, do not continue
driving. Otherwise a severe accident could
result after a tire puncture if you continue
driving.

At the next opportunity, check the air pres-
sure in all four tires.

If all four tires are inflated to the cor-
rect pressures, the Flat Tire Monitor

might not have been initialized. The system
must then be initialized.

In the event of complete tire pressure loss,
0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible

distance for continued driving on the basis
of the following guidelines:

With a light load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage:
approx. 155 miles/250 km

With a medium load:
2 persons, cargo bay full, or 4 persons
without luggage:
approx. 90 miles/150 km

With a full load or when towing a trailer:
4 persons, cargo bay full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph or 80 km/h. In the event

of pressure loss, vehicle handling changes. This
includes reduced tracking stability in braking,
extended braking distance and altered natural
steering characteristics.
If unusual vibration or loud noises occur during
the journey, this may be an indication that the
damaged tire has finally failed. Reduce your
speed and pull over as soon as possible at a
suitable location. Otherwise parts of the tire
could come loose, resulting in an accident. Do
not continue driving. Instead, contact your
BMW center.

Malfunction

The warning lamps come on in yel-
low. The Flat Tire Monitor has a mal-
function or has failed. Have the sys-
tem checked as soon as possible.

Tire Pressure Monitor TPM*

The concept

TPM checks the inflation pressures of the four
mounted tires. The system notifies you if there
is a significant loss of pressure in one or more
tires.

Functional requirement

In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat
tire, the system must be reset while all tire infla-
tion pressures are correct.

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Always use wheels with TPM electronics. Oth-
erwise, the system may malfunction.

Each time a tire inflation pressure has
been corrected or a wheel or tire has been

changed, reset the system.

System limitations

TPM cannot warn you in advance of sud-
den severe tire damage caused by out-

side influences.

The system does not work correctly if it has not
been reset; for example, a flat tire may be indi-
cated even though the tire inflation pressures
are correct.
The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat
tire if a wheel without TPM electronics, such as
a compact spare wheel, has been mounted, or if
TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due to other
systems or devices using the same radio fre-
quency.

Resetting the system

Each time a tire inflation pressure has
been corrected or a wheel or tire has been

changed, reset the system.

For operating principle refer to page

Start the engine, but do not start driving.

Lightly push button

1 in the turn indicator

stalk up or down repeatedly until the corre-
sponding symbol appears in the display
accompanied by the word "RESET".

Press button

2 to confirm your choice of the

Tire Pressure Monitor.

Press button

2 for approx. 5 seconds, until

the reading shown below is displayed.

Start to drive.
After driving a few minutes, the set inflation
pressures in the tires are accepted as the
target values to be monitored. The system
reset is completed during your drive without
any feedback, and can be interrupted at any
time. When driving resumes, the reset is
continued automatically.

Message for low tire inflation pressure

The warning lamps come on in yellow
and red. In addition, a signal sounds.
There is a flat tire or substantial loss
of tire pressure.

Cautiously reduce speed to below 50 mph/
80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steer-
ing maneuvers. Do not exceed a speed of
50 mph/80 km/h.

If the car is not equipped with Run-
Flat Tires, refer to page

109

, the stan-

dard equipment by design, do not continue
driving. Otherwise a severe accident could
result after a tire puncture if you continue
driving.

In the event of complete pressure loss,
0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible
distance for continued driving on the basis
of the following guidelines:

With a light load:
1 to 2 persons without luggage:
approx. 155 miles/250 km

With a medium load:
2 persons, cargo bay full, or 4 persons

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without luggage:
approx. 95 miles/150 km

With a full load:
4 persons, cargo bay full:
approx. 30 miles/50 km

Drive cautiously and do not exceed a
speed of 50 mph/80 km/h. In the event of

pressure loss, vehicle handling changes. This
includes reduced tracking stability in braking,
extended braking distance and altered natural
steering characteristics.
If unusual vibration or loud noises occur during
the journey, this may be an indication that the
damaged tire has finally failed. Reduce your
speed and pull over as soon as possible at a
suitable location. Otherwise parts of the tire
could come loose, resulting in an accident. Do
not continue driving. Instead, contact your
BMW center.

Malfunction

The small warning lamp flashes in
yellow and then lights up continu-
ously; the larger warning lamp comes
on in yellow. No punctures can be

detected.
This type of message is shown in the following
situations:

If there is a malfunction
Have the system checked.

If a wheel without TPM electronics has
been mounted

If TPM is temporarily malfunctioning due to
other systems or devices using the same
radio frequency.

Message for unsuccessful system
reset

Both warning lamps come on in yel-
low. The system is not reset after a
tire has been changed, for example.
Check the tire inflation pressure and

reset the system, refer to page

Declaration according to
NHTSA/FMVSS 138

Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems

Each tire should be checked monthly when cold
and inflated to the inflation pressure recom-
mended 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 infla-
tion 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 sys-
tem, TPMS, that illuminates a low tire pressure
indicator lamp when one or more of your tires
are significantly underinflated. Accordingly,
when the low tire pressure indicator lamp
comes on, you should stop and check your tires
as soon as possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a significantly
underinflated tire causes the tire to overheat
and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also
reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and
may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping
ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a sub-
stitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the
driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire
pressure, even if underinflation has not reached
the level at which the TPMS low tire pressure
indicator lamp comes on.
The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined
with the low tire pressure indicator lamp. When
the system detects a malfunction, the indicator
lamp will flash for approximately one minute and
then remain continuously lit. This sequence will
continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the mal-
function indicator is illuminated, the system
may not be able to detect or signal low tire pres-
sure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction indicator lamp after replac-
ing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle
to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires

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tion properly.

Active steering*

The concept

Active steering varies the turning angle of the
front wheels in relation to steering wheel move-
ments. It also varies the steering force required
to turn the wheels depending on the speed at
which you are driving.
When you are driving in the low road-speed
range, e.g. in a town or when parking, the steer-
ing angle increases, i.e. the steering becomes
very direct, and less effort is required to turn the
wheels. In the higher speed range, on the other
hand, the steering angle is reduced more and
more. This improves the handling capability of
your BMW over the entire speed range.
In critical situations, the system can make tar-
geted corrections to the steering angle pro-
vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle
before the driver intervenes. This stabilizing
intervention is simultaneously deactivated
when DSC is switched off, refer to page

Malfunction

The warning lamps come on. Active
steering is no longer operational. At
low speeds, greater steering wheel
movements are required, whereas at

higher speeds the vehicle reacts more sensi-
tively to steering wheel movements. The stabil-
ity-enhancing feature may also be deactivated.
Drive cautiously and think well ahead. Have the
system checked.
If the warning lamp lights up during the first
engine starting following a power supply inter-
ruption, the system must be activated by being
initialized.

Brake Force Display

On the left: normal braking
On the right: sharp braking

Airbags

The following airbags are located under the
marked covers:

1 Front airbags for driver and front passenger
2 Head airbags, front and rear
3 Side airbags in the seat backrests

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Protective action

Observe the adjustment instructions on
page

to ensure the best possible per-

sonal protection.

The front airbags help protect the driver and
front passenger by responding to frontal
impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro-
vide adequate restraint. When needed, the
head and side airbags help provide protection in
the event of side impact. The relevant side air-
bag supports the side upper body area. The
head air bag supports the head.
The airbags will purposely not be activated by
every collision, e.g. not by more minor acci-
dents, certain roll-over situations and rear-end
collisions.

Do not apply adhesive materials to the
cover panels of the airbags, cover them or

modify them in any other way. Do not attach
seat covers, cushions or other objects not spe-
cifically approved for seats with integral side air-
bags to the front seats. Do not hang items of
clothing such as coats or jackets over the back-
rests. Do not attempt to remove the airbag
retention system from the vehicle. Do not mod-
ify the individual components of the system or
its wiring in any way. This includes the uphol-
stered covers on the steering wheel, instrument
panel, seats and roof posts, as well as the sides
of the roof lining. Do not attempt to remove or
dismantle the steering wheel.
Do not touch the individual components imme-
diately after the system has been triggered,
because there is a danger of burns.
In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or
triggering of the airbag restraint system, have
the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of air-
bag generators executed only by a BMW center
or a workshop that works according to BMW
repair procedures with correspondingly trained
personnel and has the required explosives
licenses. Unprofessional attempts to service
the system could lead to failure in an emer-
gency or undesired airbag activation, either of
which could result in personal injury.

Warning notices and information about the air-
bags can also be found on the sun visors.

Automatic deactivation of the front
passenger airbags

An analysis of the impression in the front pas-
senger seat cushion determines whether and
how the seat is occupied. The front and side air-
bags for the front passenger are activated or
deactivated by the system accordingly.

The indicator lamp above the interior
rearview mirror shows the current status

of the front passenger airbags, deactivated or
activated, refer to Status of front passenger air-
bags below.

Before transporting a child on the front
passenger seat, read the safety precau-

tions and handling instructions under Trans-
porting children safely, refer to page

The front and side airbags can also be deacti-
vated by adolescents and adults sitting in cer-
tain positions; the indicator lamp for the front
passenger airbags comes on. In such cases, the
passenger should change his or her sitting
position so that the front passenger airbags are
activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the
desired airbag status cannot be achieved by
changing the sitting position, transport the rele-
vant passenger on a rear seat. Do not attach
seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or
other items to the front passenger seat unless
they are specifically recommended by BMW.
Do not place any items under the seat which
could press against the seat from below. Other-
wise a correct analysis of the seat cushion is not
ensured.

Status of front passenger airbags

The indicator lamp for the front passenger air-
bags shows the functional status of the front
passenger's front and side airbags in accor-

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dance with whether and how the front passen-
ger seat is occupied. The indicator lamp shows
whether the front passenger airbags are acti-
vated or deactivated.

The indicator lamp comes on as intended
when a child in a specially designated child-
restraint system is detected on the seat.
The front and side airbags for the front pas-
senger are not activated.

The indicator lamp does not come on as
long as a person of sufficient size and in a
correct sitting position is detected on the
seat.
The front and side airbags for the front pas-
senger are activated.

The indicator lamp does not come on if the
seat is empty.
The front and side airbags for the front pas-
senger are not activated.

Operational readiness of airbag system

After the remote control is inserted in the igni-
tion lock, or turned to radio-ready position, refer
to page

, the warning lamp lights up for a brief

time, indicating the operational readiness of the
entire airbag system and safety belt tensioners.

Airbag system malfunction

Warning lamp does not come on after the
remote control is inserted in the ignition
lock or, in cars with convenient access

after radio-readiness is switched on

Warning lamp remains permanently on

In the event of a fault in the airbag system,
have it checked without delay, otherwise

there is the risk that the system will not function

as intended even if a sufficiently severe acci-
dent occurs.

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Lamps

Parking lamps/low beams

0 Lamps off and daytime running light
1 Parking lamps and daytime running light
2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps
3 Automatic headlamp control

, daytime run-

ning light, welcome lamps and Adaptive
Head Light

Parking lamps

In switch position

1, the front, rear and side

vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the
parking lamps for parking.

The parking lamps will discharge the bat-
tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for

unduly long periods of time, otherwise the bat-
tery might not have enough power to start the
engine. It is preferable to switch on the left-
hand or right-hand roadside parking lamps,
refer to page

Low beams

The low beams light up when the light switch is
in position

2 and the ignition is on.

If the light switch remains in position

2, the

exterior lamps are switched off automatically
when the driver's door is opened while the igni-
tion is off.
If necessary, switch on the parking lamps as
described in the section about parking lamps.

Automatic headlamp control*

If the daytime running light is activated, refer to
page

, it is switched on when the light switch

is in position

3 and the ignition is on. Depending

on ambient light conditions, the low beams are
switched on automatically, e.g. in a tunnel, in
twilight, or if there is precipitation. The LED next
to the symbol is illuminated when the low
beams are on.
When driving into tunnels with bright overhead
lights, there may be a delay before the head-
lamps come on.
The headlamps may also come on when the
sun is sitting low on a blue sky.

The low beams remain switched on inde-
pendent of the ambient lighting condi-

tions when you switch on the fog lamps.

If desired, the light switch can remain in position
3. The exterior lamps are automatically
switched off after the vehicle is parked.

The automatic headlamp control cannot
serve as a substitute for your personal

judgment in determining when the lamps
should be switched on in response to ambient
lighting conditions. For example, the system
cannot detect fog or hazy weather. To avoid
safety risks, you should always switch on the
low-beam headlamps manually under these
conditions.

Welcome lamps

If you leave the light switch in the position for
the low-beam headlamps or automatic head-
lamp control when you switch off the ignition,
the parking lamps and interior lamps come on
for a certain time as soon as the vehicle is
unlocked.

Pathway lighting

If you activate the headlamp flasher after park-
ing the car, with the lights switched off, the low
beams come on and remain on for a certain
time.

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You can adjust the operating period or deacti-
vate the function.
For operating principle refer to page

Lightly push button

1 in the turn indicator

stalk up or down repeatedly until the symbol
appears in the display accompanied by the
word "SET".

Press button

Lightly push button

1 in the turn indicator

stalk down repeatedly until the symbol
appears in the display.

Press button

Use button

1 to select:

The function is deactivated.

...

Select the corresponding duration, e.g.
40 seconds.

Press button

The setting is stored.

Daytime running light

The daytime running light comes on in the
switch positions for lamps off, parking lamps or
automatic headlamp control. The light output is
lower than with the low-beam headlamps.

If desired, the light switch can remain in the
automatic headlamp control position. The exte-
rior lamps are automatically switched off after
the vehicle is parked.
If the light switch remains in the parking lamps
position, the parking lamps are lit after the igni-
tion is switched off.
If necessary, switch on the parking lamps as
described in the section about parking lamps.

Activating/deactivating daytime

running light*

For operating principle refer to page

Lightly push button

1 in the turn indicator

stalk up or down repeatedly until the symbol
appears in the display accompanied by the
word "SET".

Press button

Lightly push button

1 in the turn indicator

stalk down repeatedly until the symbol
appears in the display.

Press button

Use button

1 to select:

Daytime running light activated.

Daytime running light deactivated.

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Press button

The setting is stored.

Adaptive Head Light*

The concept

Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp
control system that enables better illumination
of the road surface. Depending on the steering
angle and other parameters, the light from the
headlamp follows the course of the road.
In tight curves at speeds up to 40 mph/70 km/h,
e.g. on mountainous roads or when turning, an
additional, corner-illuminating lamp is switched
on that lights up the inside area of the curve.

Activating Adaptive Head Light

With the ignition switched on, turn the light
switch to the automatic headlamp control posi-
tion, refer to page

The corner-illuminating lamp is switched on
automatically, depending on the steering wheel
angle or turn signal indicator.
To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adaptive
Head Light directs light towards the front pas-
senger side when the vehicle is at a standstill.
When you are reversing, only the corner-illumi-
nating lamps are active and switched on on
both sides.

Malfunction

The LED next to the symbol for automatic head-
lamp control flashes. Adaptive Head Light is
malfunctioning or has failed. Have the system
checked as soon as possible.

High beams/roadside parking

lamps

1 High beams
2 Headlamp flasher
3 Roadside parking lamps

Roadside parking lamps, left or right*

There is an additional option of switching on the
lamps on the side of the car facing the road
when parked.

Switching on

After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or
down beyond the pressure point, arrow

The roadside parking lamps drain the bat-
tery. Therefore, do not leave them on for

unduly long periods of time, otherwise the bat-
tery might not have enough power to start the
engine.

Switching off

Briefly press the lever in the opposite direction
to the pressure point, arrow

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Fog lamps

The parking lamps or low beams must
be switched on for the fog lamps to
operate. The green indicator lamp in

the instrument cluster lights up whenever the
fog lamps are on.
Depending on your vehicle's equipment ver-
sion, the fog lamps are switched off when you
activate the headlamp flasher or switch on the
high beams

If the automatic headlamp control is acti-
vated, the low beams will come on auto-

matically when you switch on the fog lamps.

Instrument lighting

You can adjust the brightness of the instrument
lighting only when the parking lamps or the low
beams are switched on.

Push button

1 up or down repeatedly until

the appropriate symbol appears in the dis-
play, accompanied by the brightness scale
and the word "SET".

Press button

Push button

1 up or down to select the

desired brightness level.

Press button

2 in the turn indicator stalk.

The display again shows the outside tem-
perature and the time.

Interior lamps

The interior lamps, including the footwell
lamps

, the cargo-bay lamp and the courtesy

lamps

are controlled automatically.

The LEDs for the courtesy lamps

are set in the

door handles and illuminate the ground in front
of the doors.

To avoid draining the battery, all lamps
inside the car are switched off about

15 minutes after the ignition is switched off,
refer to Start/stop button on page

Switching interior lamps on/off
manually

Interior lamps, front and rear

To switch on and off, press the button.
To switch off the lamp permanently, press the
button for the front interior lamp for about
3 seconds.

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