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BMW 2014 X1 User Manual

BMW 2014 X1
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Owner's Manual
for Vehicle
The Ultimate
Driving Machine
THE BMW X1.
O
WNER'S MANUAL.
Contents
A-Z
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 957 353 - X/14
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BMW 2014 X1 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
Model2014 X1
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Notes

Using this Owner's Manual

Explains how to find information using the index and overview sections.

Symbols

Explains the meaning of various symbols used throughout the manual.

Maintenance and repairs

Details proper procedures for vehicle maintenance and repairs.

Parts and accessories

Provides recommendations for genuine parts and accessories for safety.

Cockpit

At a glance

Provides an overview of buttons, switches, and displays for vehicle familiarization.

All around the steering wheel

Identifies and explains controls located on and around the steering wheel.

Instrument cluster

Details the components and functions of the vehicle's main instrument display.

iDrive

The concept

Explains how the iDrive system integrates multiple functions into a central control.

Controls at a glance

Provides an overview of the iDrive controls, including the display and controller.

Controller

Explains the operation of the iDrive controller for menu navigation and settings.

Voice activation system

The concept

Explains how the voice activation system operates and its capabilities.

Requirements

Lists the necessary conditions for using the voice activation system.

Using voice activation

Provides instructions on activating and using voice commands.

Opening and closing

Remote control/key

Details the functions and operation of the remote control and integrated key.

Integrated key

Explains the use of the integrated key for accessing vehicle locks.

Personal Profile

Describes how to set personalized vehicle functions and settings.

Adjusting

Sitting safely

Provides guidance on achieving an ideal seating position for comfort and safety.

Seats

Details procedures for manual and electrical seat adjustments.

Seat and mirror memory

Explains how to store and retrieve preferred seat and mirror positions.

Transporting children safely

The right place for children

Emphasizes the rear seat as the safest location for child occupants.

Installing child restraint fixing systems

Provides instructions and notes for securely installing child restraint systems.

Child seat security

Explains how to secure child restraint systems using the vehicle's safety belts.

Driving

Ignition lock

Details procedures for inserting and removing the remote control from the ignition lock.

Start/Stop button

Explains the function of the Start/Stop button for ignition and engine control.

Engine stop

Describes the automatic engine start/stop function and its operating conditions.

Displays

Odometer, external temperature display, clock

Explains the instrument cluster indicators like odometer, external temperature, and clock.

Units of measure

Describes how to set units for fuel consumption, distance, temperature, and pressure.

Time, external temperature display

Information on setting the vehicle's time and viewing external temperature.

Lamps

At a glance

Provides an overview of exterior and interior lighting controls.

Parking lamps/low beams, headlamp control

Details operation of parking lamps, low beams, and automatic headlamp control.

Daytime running lights

Explains how to activate and deactivate daytime running lights.

Safety

Airbags

Explains the different types of airbags and their function in occupant protection.

Protective action

Provides essential safety precautions for optimal airbag effectiveness.

Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags

Details how front airbags automatically deactivate based on seat occupancy.

Driving stability control systems

Antilock Brake System ABS

Explains how ABS enhances steerability during braking.

Electronic brake-force distribution

Describes system that controls rear brake pressure for stable braking.

Brake assistant

Explains how the system provides maximum braking force boost.

Driving comfort

Cruise control

Details the function, operation, and limitations of the cruise control system.

Park Distance Control PDC

Explains the PDC system for parking assistance using sensors and visual display.

Rear view camera

Describes the rear view camera system for parking and maneuvering assistance.

Climate

Automatic climate control

Details the operation and features of the automatic climate control system.

Manual air distribution

Explains how to manually adjust air distribution to different cabin areas.

Temperature

Describes how to set and adjust the desired interior temperature.

Interior equipment

Universal garage door opener

Explains the concept and programming of the universal garage door opener.

Digital compass

Details the operation and settings of the digital compass.

Sun visor

Describes the function and use of the sun visors and vanity mirrors.

Storage compartments

Glove compartment

Explains how to open and close the glove compartment and its features.

USB interface for data transfer

Describes the USB port for importing/exporting data and connecting devices.

Center armrest front

Details the storage compartment and adjustment of the front center armrest.

Driving tips

Things to remember when driving

Provides essential advice for driving, including break-in period and general notes.

Hot exhaust system

Details safety precautions related to the hot exhaust system.

Hydroplaning

Explains the phenomenon of hydroplaning and how to prevent it.

Loading

Determining the load limit

Guides on calculating the vehicle's load capacity and maximum weight.

Stowing cargo

Provides instructions on how to properly stow and secure cargo in the vehicle.

Saving fuel

Remove unnecessary cargo

Explains how removing extra weight improves fuel efficiency.

Remove attached parts following use

Advises removing roof racks and auxiliary mirrors to reduce fuel consumption.

Check the tire inflation pressure regularly

Emphasizes regular checks of tire pressure for fuel efficiency and safety.

Navigation

Navigation system

Details the navigation system's capabilities, data, and updates.

General information

Explains how the navigation system works and safety precautions for data entry.

Opening the navigation system

Step-by-step instructions on how to access the navigation system.

Destination entry

At a glance

Lists the various options for entering a destination.

Manual destination entry

Guides on entering street names, house numbers, and city/town information.

Entering a state/province

Explains how to select or enter the state/province for destination entry.

Destination guidance

Starting destination guidance

Steps to start destination guidance after entering a destination.

Terminating destination guidance

How to stop or cancel the current destination guidance.

Route criteria

Explains how to influence the calculated route using criteria like speed and road types.

What to do if...

What to do if...

Provides solutions for common issues and system behaviors.

Entertainment

Tone

Details how to adjust sound settings like treble, bass, balance, and fader.

Radio

Covers controls, sound output, AM/FM station selection, and RDS.

CD/multimedia

Explains how to load, play, and manage CDs, DVDs, and USB devices.

Telephone

At a glance

Overview of connecting mobile phones and external devices via Bluetooth.

Approved mobile phones

Information on supported mobile phones and external devices.

Pairing/unpairing the mobile phone

Step-by-step guide for pairing and unpairing mobile phones with the vehicle.

Office

At a glance

Overview of displaying contacts, appointments, tasks, and messages from a mobile phone.

Contacts

Instructions on creating, editing, and using contacts for navigation and dialing.

Messages

Explains how to display, filter, and delete messages received from the mobile phone.

ConnectedDrive

TeleService

Explains how TeleService communicates with the service center for maintenance and roadside assistance.

Concierge service

Details the Concierge service for information and booking assistance.

Roadside Assistance

How to contact BMW Roadside Assistance for breakdown assistance.

Mobility

Refueling

Covers refueling procedures, fuel tank capacity, and fuel handling.

Wheels and tires

Information on tire inflation pressure, identification marks, and changing wheels/tires.

Engine compartment

Highlights important features in the engine compartment, including fluid checks.

Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

Explains the system that provides information on required maintenance measures.

Condition Based Service CBS

Details how CBS determines maintenance needs based on driving conditions.

Service data in the remote control

Information on storing and retrieving required maintenance data in the remote control.

Replacing components

Wiper blade replacement

Step-by-step guide for replacing front and rear wiper blades.

Lamp and bulb replacement

Instructions for replacing various lamps and bulbs in the vehicle.

Headlight setting

Notes on headlight settings after bulb replacement and checking.

Breakdown assistance

Hazard warning flashers

Explains the location and operation of the hazard warning system button.

Intelligent Emergency Request

Details how to initiate an emergency request via the SOS button.

Jump-starting

Provides instructions and safety precautions for jump-starting a discharged battery.

Care

Car washes

Guidelines for washing the vehicle, including automatic car washes and steam jets.

Vehicle care

Recommendations for car care products, vehicle paint, and leather care.

Upholstery material care

Advice on cleaning and maintaining upholstery materials.

Reference

Technical data

Provides key dimensions, weights, and capacities for the BMW X1.

Short commands for voice activation system

Lists voice commands for various vehicle functions and systems.

Everything from A to Z

An alphabetical index of topics covered in the manual for quick reference.

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