2016 BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual
Year:
2016
Make:
BMW
Model:
7 Series
Rating:
Table of Contents
- At a glance
13
Cockpit
14
Vehicle features and options
14
All around the steering wheel
14
All around the center console
16
All around the roofliner
18
Idle state, operating and drive readiness
19
Vehicle features and options
19
General information
19
Idle state
19
Operating readiness
20
Drive readiness
20
iDrive
21
Vehicle features and options
21
The concept
21
Information
21
Control elements
21
Operating with the controller
22
Operating via touchscreen
25
Touchpad
26
Split screen
27
Status information
27
Programmable memory buttons
28
BMW gesture control
30
Vehicle features and options
30
The concept
30
Overview
30
Activation/deactivation
30
Adjusting
30
Possible gestures
31
Voice activation system
33
Vehicle features and options
33
The concept
33
Requirements
33
Using voice activation
33
Possible commands
33
One example: open the tone settings
34
Adjusting
34
Adjusting the volume
34
Information on Emergency Requests
34
Environmental conditions
35
BMW Touch Command
36
Vehicle features and options
36
BMW Touch Command
36
General settings
38
Vehicle features and options
38
Language
38
Time
38
Date
39
Units of measurement
39
Control Display
39
Messages
40
Deleting personal in the vehicle
40
Connections
41
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle
49
Vehicle features and options
49
Opening and closing
54
Vehicle features and options
54
Remote control/key
54
BMW display key
55
Profile
58
Using the remote control
60
Without remote control
62
Doors
63
Trunk lid
64
Comfort Access
65
Adjusting
67
Alarm system
69
Power windows
70
Roller sunblinds
72
Glass sunroof
73
Adjusting
76
Vehicle features and options
76
Sitting safely
76
Front seats
76
Rear seats
78
Safety belts
80
Front head restraints
82
Rear head restraints
83
Mirrors
85
Steering wheel
87
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory
87
Massage function
88
Captain’s chair
89
Vitality programs
90
Seat and armrest heating
91
Active seat ventilation
92
Transporting children safely
93
Vehicle features and options
93
The right place for children
93
Installing child restraint systems
94
LATCH child restraint system
95
Locking the doors and windows in the rear
96
Driving
97
Vehicle features and options
97
Start/Stop button
97
Drive readiness
97
Auto Start/Stop function
98
Parking brake
100
Turn signal, high beams, headlight flasher
103
Washer/wiper system
103
Washer fluid
106
Steptronic transmission
106
Driving Dynamics Control
110
Displays
113
Vehicle features and options
113
Instrument cluster
113
Check Control
114
Fuel gauge
118
Tachometer
118
Operating readiness and drive readiness
118
Engine temperature
118
External temperature
118
Time
118
Service requirements
119
Gear shift indicator
120
Speed limit detection
120
Selection lists in the instrument cluster
121
On-board computer in the instrument cluster
122
Onboard computer on the Control Display
125
Sport displays
125
Speed warning
125
Vehicle status
126
Head-up Display
126
Lights
129
Vehicle features and options
129
Overview
129
Parking lights, cornering lights and roadside parking lights
129
Welcome lights and headlight courtesy delay feature
130
Automatic headlight control
130
Daytime running lights
131
Adaptive Light Control
131
High-beam Assistant
132
Fog lights
132
Instrument lighting
133
Interior lights
133
Safety
136
Vehicle features and options
136
Airbags
136
Intelligent Safety
139
Collision warning with braking function
140
Pedestrian warning with City braking function
144
Night Vision with pedestrian and animal detection
147
Lane departure warning
150
Active Blind Spot Detection
153
Side collision warning
156
Rear collision prevention
159
Brake force display
160
Active Protection
160
Post Crash — iBrake
161
Attentiveness assistant
161
Driving stability control systems
163
Vehicle features and options
163
Anti-lock Braking System ABS
163
Brake assistant
163
Adaptive brake assistant
163
Drive-off assistant
163
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
163
DTC Dynamic Traction Control
164
xDrive
165
HDC Hill Descent Control
165
Integral Active Steering
166
Driver assistance systems
168
Vehicle features and options
168
Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go function, ACC
168
Cruise control
175
Steering and lane guidance assistant including Traffic Jam Assist
177
PDC Park Distance Control
180
Without Surround View: rearview camera
184
Surround View
187
Parking assistant
193
Cross traffic warning
197
Driving comfort
200
Vehicle features and options
200
Air suspension
200
Dynamic Damping Control
201
Executive Drive Pro
201
Active damping adjustment
201
Active roll stabilization
202
Climate control
203
Vehicle features and options
203
Automatic climate control
203
Ventilation
206
Rear automatic climate control
207
Parked-car ventilation/heating
209
Ambient air package
211
Interior equipment
215
Vehicle features and options
215
Universal Integrated Remote Control
215
Sun visor
217
Ashtray
217
Lighter
218
Connecting electrical devices
219
USB interface
221
Through-loading system
222
Folding table in the rear
223
Rear cooler
223
Ski and snowboard bag
224
Storage compartments
225
Vehicle features and options
225
Information
225
Storage compartments
225
Glove compartment
225
Compartments in the doors
226
Storage compartment on the center console
226
Storage compartment in the rear center console
226
Storage compartment in the rear
227
Center armrest
227
Cupholders
228
Clothes hooks
229
Things to remember when driving
234
Vehicle features and options
234
Breaking-in period
234
General driving notes
234
Loading
237
Vehicle features and options
237
Information
237
Determining the load limit
237
Load
238
Stowing cargo
238
Securing cargo
238
Roof-mounted luggage rack
238
Saving fuel
240
Vehicle features and options
240
General information
240
Remove unnecessary cargo
240
Remove attached parts following use
240
Close the windows and glass sunroof
240
Tires
240
Drive away without delay
240
Look well ahead when driving
240
Avoid high engine speeds
241
Use coasting conditions
241
Switch off the engine during longer stops
241
Switch off any functions that are not currently needed
241
Have maintenance carried out
241
Refueling
250
Vehicle features and options
250
Information
250
Fuel lid
250
Observe the following when refueling
251
Fuel
252
Vehicle features and options
252
Fuel recommendation
252
Wheels and tires
254
Vehicle features and options
254
Tire inflation pressure
254
Tire identification marks
256
Tire tread
258
Tire damage
258
Changing wheels and tires
258
Run-flat tires
260
Repairing a flat tire
260
Mobility System
260
Snow chains
264
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
264
FTM Flat Tire Monitor
268
Engine compartment
271
Vehicle features and options
271
Important features in the engine comp.
271
Hood
272
Engine oil
273
Vehicle features and options
273
General information
273
Electronic oil measurement
273
Adding engine oil
274
Engine oil types to add
275
Engine oil change
275
Coolant
277
Vehicle features and options
277
Information
277
Coolant level
277
Disposal
278
Maintenance
279
Vehicle features and options
279
BMW maintenance system
279
Condition Based Service CBS
279
Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models
279
Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis
280
Replacing components
281
Vehicle features and options
281
Onboard vehicle tool kit
281
Wiper blade replacement
281
Lights and bulbs
282
Changing wheels
282
Vehicle battery
284
Fuses
285
Breakdown assistance
286
Vehicle features and options
286
Hazard warning flashers
286
Intelligent Emergency Request
286
Warning triangle
287
First-aid kit
287
Jump-starting
287
Tow-starting and towing
289
Care
291
Vehicle features and options
291
Car washes
291
Technical data
298
Vehicle features and options
298
Information
298
Dimensions
298
Weights
299
Capacities
300
Appendix
301
FAQ about the 2016 BMW 7 Series Manual
What contains the 2016 7 Series manual?
The BMW 7 Series owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by BMW to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the BMW 7 Series. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a BMW 7 Series 2016 owner's manual:
- Do-it-Yourself (DIY) Maintenance, for basic maintenance tasks that BMW 7 Series owners can do
- Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
- Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
- Customer Assistance, with contact information for customer support
- Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
Where to download the 2016 BMW 7 Series Owners Manual?
The BMW 7 Series owner manual for the 2016 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the BMW 7 Series year 2016 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2016 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The BMW 7 Series (2016) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2016 is available in English.
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