Using this Owner's Manual

The fastest way to find information on a particular topic is by using the index.

An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in the first chapter.

Additional sources of information

Should you have any questions, your service center will be glad to advise you at any time.

Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is available on the Internet: bmwusa.com.

    See also:

    Active cruise control
    With active cruise control you can select a desired speed which is then automatically maintained when driving on open roadways and is varied to maintain a selected distance setting to slower m ...

    Folding down head restraints
    Extending/retracting head restraint Only fold down head restraint if no passengers are in the rear. Fold out retracted headrests again if passengers are being carried in the rear; otherwise, ...

    Enlarging the cargo area
    General information The cargo area can be enlarged by folding down the rear seat backrests. The rear seat backrest is divided into two parts at a ratio of 60 to 40. If equipped with through-l ...