Engaging the transmission position

► Transmission position P can only be disengaged if the engine is running and the brake pedal is pressed.
► With the vehicle stationary, press on the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N; otherwise, the shift command will not be executed: shift lock.

To prevent the vehicle from creeping after Depress the brake until you start driving
To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position, maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start.◄

Engaging D, R and N

Briefly push the selector lever in the desired direction,

Briefly push the selector lever in the desired direction, beyond a resistance point if necessary.

After releasing the selector lever, it returns to its center position.

Press unlock button, in order to:

Press unlock button, in order to:

► Engage R.
► Shift out of P.

Engaging P

Press button P.

Press button P.

    See also:

    Displaying contacts
    General information 1. "Office" 2. "Contacts" All contacts are listed in alphabetical order. Depending on the number of contacts, an A-Z search is offered. A symbol indic ...

    General information
    Overloading the vehicle To avoid exceeding the approved carrying capacity of the tires, never overload the vehicle. Overloading can lead to overheating and increases the rate at which damage de ...

    Calling Customer Relations
    Vehicle not equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. "Customer Relations" The Customer Relations phone number is displayed. If ...