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THE BMW 1 SERIES M COUPE.

SUPPLEMENTARY OWNER'S MANUAL.

Supplementary

Owner's Manual

The Ultimate

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Contents

A - Z

Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG

Summary of Contents for 1-Series M Coupe

Page 1: ...THEBMW1SERIESMCOUPE SUPPLEMENTARY OWNER S MANUAL Supplementary Owner s Manual The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...t on the road We therefore strongly suggest Read the information provided in this Supplementary Owner s Handbook before starting out in your new BMW It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW We wish you an enjoyable driving experience BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 3: ...ich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English VIII 11 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 4: ...trols overview 19 Technology for driving comfort and safety Driving tips 24 Things to remember when driving 26 BMW 1 Series M Coupe technology Mobility 30 Refueling 31 Wheels and tires 32 Replacing components 36 Indicator and warning lamps Reference 40 Technical data 44 Everything from A to Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ... overview of your vehicle you will find this in the first chap ter Should you sell your BMW one day please remember to hand over the Supplementary Owner s Handbook as well it is an important component of your vehicle Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Indicates information that wi...

Page 6: ... described in this Supplementary Owner s Handbook please consult the accompanying Owner s Manual StatusofthisOwner sManual at time of printing BMW pursues a policy of continuous ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced state of the art technology In rare cases therefore the features describe...

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Page 8: ...familiarize you with your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems At a glance Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 9: ...is described For this reason descrip tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle for example due to the special options or national market version selected This also applies to safety related functions and systems Around the steering wheel Controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 10: ...matic headlamp control Adaptive Light Control High Beam Assistant 5 Turn signal indicators High beams headlamp flasher Roadside parking lamps Computer Settings and information about the vehicle 7 Windshield wipers Rain sensor 8 Switching the ignition on off and starting stopping the engine Telephone Accepting and ending a call dial ing selected phone number Redi aling if no phone number is selecte...

Page 11: ...mperature 17 6 Display for Clock Outside temperature Indicator and warning lamps 7 Display for Computer Date of next scheduled service and remaining distance to be driven Odometer and trip odometer High beam Assistant Initializing Flat Tire Monitor Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor Checking oil level Settings and information There is a Check Control message SPORT M Engine Dynamics Control 16 8 F...

Page 12: ...lance Indicator and warning lamps Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps notify you that certain functions are active M Dynamic Mode 19 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ... systems Dynamic Stability Control DSC 19 M Dynamic Mode MDM 19 2 Hazard warning flashers 3 Central locking system 4 Radio refer to separate Owner s Manual 5 Air conditioner or automatic climate control Air distribution Air distribution to the windshield Air distribution to the upper body area Air distribution to the footwell Automatic air distribution and flow rate Cooling function Online Edition...

Page 14: ...irculated air control AUC and recirculated air mode Recirculated air mode Maximum cooling ALL program Air flow rate Defrosting windows Rear window defroster Seat heating 6 Seat heating Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

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Page 16: ...you with information for complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ...ess the accelerator down all the way M Engine Dynamics Control The concept Die M Engine Dynamics Control permits you at the push of a button to have your BMW react in an even more sporty fashion when driving Optimal use is made of the engine s speed range The engine reacts more spontaneously to accelerator pedal movements Cruise control The stored speed is reached more quickly Activating the syste...

Page 18: ...zone arrow 1 Absolutely avoid engine speeds in the red warning field arrow 2 In this range the engine speed is limited to protect the engine Engine oil temperature When the engine is at normal operating temper ature the engine oil temperature is between approx 2107 1006 and approx 3007 1506 If the engine oil temperature is too high a warn ing lamp lights up in the instrument cluster Fuel gauge Fue...

Page 19: ...red and damage can occur Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone of approx 2 1 US gal 8 liters the indicator lamp and cruising range for the remaining amount of fuel are displayed briefly The indica tor lamp remains permanently on when the remaining range is less than approx 30 miles 50 km Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 20: ...ility of the driver Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin again by taking risks as this could result in an accident M Dynamic Mode MDM M Dynamic Mode is a mode of the Dynamic Stability Control DSC that permits greater longitudinal and lateral acceleration when driving on dry surfaces yet with reduced driving stability Only at the absolute limit of stability does the system intervene...

Page 21: ...DSC Press the button again the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out For better control If the indicator lamp flashes The DSC controls the driving and braking forces If the indicator lamp lights up DSC and MDM have failed The indicator lamp lights up and DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster DSC is deactivated Drive off assistant The drive off assistant enables you to drive of...

Page 22: ...21 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

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Page 24: ...This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 25: ...sion begins functioning at an optimal level only after a distance of approx 300 miles 500 km Do not exceed engine speeds of 5 500 rpm during this period General driving notes Clearance Take into account the limited clearance of your BMW 1 Series M Coupe e g when driving into underground parking garages or over obstacles Otherwise the vehicle may be damaged Braking safely Hills To prevent overheati...

Page 26: ...h little pressure on the pedal Should corrosion form on the brake rotors the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating effect that even extended application will fail to cure For information on brake system technology refer to Compound brake on page 26 Right hand left hand traffic When crossing the border into countries in which one drives on the other side of the road than in the country of re...

Page 27: ...chieve very spontane ous response characteristics Warming up the engine During the warm up phase the high perfor mance V8 engine runs a little more roughly due to its emissions control system For technical reasons the exhaust system sounds slightly metallic when the engine is cold Compound brake Your BMW 1 Series M Coupe is equipped with a high performance brake system with perfo rated compound br...

Page 28: ...orten the lifespan of any component Driving on a race track BMW recommends the following measures before driving on a race track Participate in a BMW driver training course Have the vehicle checked by your BMW center Operation on race tracks results in a higher rate of wear The BMW 1 Series M Coupe is not designed for use in competitive motor sports This wear is not covered by the vehicle warranty...

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Page 30: ...in your car s mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and Roadside Assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 31: ...gine and fuel supply system will be damaged Required fuel Super premium gasoline AKI 93 Always use this premium grade fuel to obtain maximum fuel economy and performance The minimum approved fuel grade is AKI 91 Do not use any gasoline below the speci fied minimum fuel grade Otherwise the engine could be damaged Use high quality brands Field experience has indicated significant dif ferences in fue...

Page 32: ...r your safety The tires approved for your vehicle by the man ufacturer were chosen specifically to meet the requirements of your vehicle and offer optimum driving safety and the desired driving comfort when used properly Tire inflation pressures Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Traveling speeds up to a max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h ...

Page 33: ...n ing flasher at a suitable distance Adhere to country specific regulations BMW Mobility System Notes Follow the instructions on using the Mobility System found on the compressor and the sealant bottle Use of the Mobility System may not be effective against tire damage larger than approx 0 16 in 4 mm Contact the nearest BMW center if the tire cannot be made drivable with the Mobility System If pos...

Page 34: ...sealant Follow the specified sequence otherwise the sealant may escape under high pres sure 1 Shake the sealant bottle 2 Remove connecting hose completely from the compressor housing 3 Screw the connecting hose to the connec tion of the sealant bottle Do not kink the hose 4 Insert the sealant bottle into the housing of the compressor so that the bottle is upright 5 Screw the filler hose of the sea...

Page 35: ...bility System 1 Unscrew the filler hose of the sealant bottle from the tire valve 2 Unscrew the connecting hose of the compressor from the sealant bottle 3 Connect the filler hose of the sealant bottle to the unoccupied connection on the sealant bottle This prevents the rest of the sealant from escaping from the bottle 4 Wrap the empty sealant bottle in suitable material to avoid dirtying the carg...

Page 36: ...ed Contact your BMW center Continuing your trip Do not exceed the maximum allowable speed of 50 mph 80 km h to avoid the risk of an accident Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor Have the faulty tire and the sealant bottle of the Mobility System replaced as soon as pos sible Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 37: ...s and how to react Note whether a lamp lights up alone or in combination with another Some lamps can light up in different colors Corresponding distinctions are made in the text In addition to the indicator lamps described in the Owner s Manual for the vehicle please note the following indicator lamps in your BMW 1 Series M Coupe 1 2 Cause What to do Lights up briefly Approx 2 1 US gal 8 liters of...

Page 38: ...ch overheated Bring the vehicle to a stop and allow the clutch to cool down You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the sys tem checked if the situation reoccurs Transmission overheating Stop the car and switch off the engine Allow the transmission to cool down You can continue your journey but moderate your speed and exercise due caution Have the system...

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Page 40: ...This chapter contains technical data and an index that will help you find information most quickly Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 41: ...in a particular vehicle for example due to the options or national market version selected This also applies to safety related functions and systems Engine data 1 Series M Coupe Displacement cu in cmm 182 2 979 Number of cylinders 6 Maximum output hp 335 at engine speed rpm 5 900 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 332 450 with Overboost lb ft Nm 369 500 at engine speed rpm 1 500 4 500 Online Edition for Part...

Page 42: ...41 Technical data Reference Dimensions All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 37 7 ft 11 5 m Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 43: ...ront axle load lbs kg 2 072 940 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 271 1 030 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft liters 13 1 370 Notes Fuel tank US gal liters approx 14 0 53 Fuel grade page 30 including reserve of US gal liters approx 2 1 8 0 Window washer system including headlamp washers US quarts liters approx 5 9 5 6 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 1...

Page 44: ...43 Technical data Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 609 935 08 11 BMW AG ...

Page 45: ...oard refer to Cockpit 8 Dashboard refer to Instrument cluster 10 Data technical 40 capacities 42 dimensions 41 engine 40 weights 42 Dimensions 41 Displacement refer to Engine data 40 Displays refer to Instrument cluster 10 Displays and controls 8 Drive off assistance refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 19 Drive off assistant 20 Driving notes 24 Driving off on hills refer to Drive off assistant ...

Page 46: ... 34 dispensing sealing compound 33 distributing sealant 34 preparation 32 sealing compound 32 Multifunctional steering wheel refer to Buttons on the steering wheel 9 N Number of cylinders refer to Engine data 40 O Octane ratings refer to Fuel specifications 30 Output refer to Engine data 40 Overboost 16 P Parts and accessories refer to Vehicle equipment 5 Pressure tires 31 R Refueling 30 Reserve w...

Page 47: ...rements refer to Dimensions 41 weight 42 Vehicle equipment 5 Volume cargo area refer to Weights 42 fuel tank refer to Capacities 42 W Warning and indicator lamps 11 Warning and indicator lamps overview 36 Weights 42 Wheelbase refer to Dimensions 41 Wheels and tires 31 Width refer to Dimensions 41 Windshield washing reservoir capacity 42 X Xenon headlamps right hand left hand traffic 25 Online Edit...

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