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Owner's Manual

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The Ultimate

Driving Machine

Contents

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Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG

Summary of Contents for 2007 6 Series

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

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Page 3: ... contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical fea tures The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa tio...

Page 4: ...luding excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 013 312 US English II 07 07 03 510 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ... safety 102 Lamps 106 Climate 112 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 120 Things to remember when driving Navigation 126 Starting navigation system 128 Destination entry 140 Destination guidance 149 What to do if Entertainment 152 On off and tone 156 Radio 165 CD player and CD changer 171 AUX In connection Communications 174 Telephoning 189 BMW Assist Mobility 198 Refueling 200 Wheels and ...

Page 6: ...hat must be fol lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicates spe...

Page 7: ...quip ment are marked by asterisks to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this manual and your own vehi cle s equipment If equipment in your BMW is not described in this Owner s Manual please refer to the accom panying Supplementary Owner s Manuals Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of continuous ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehi...

Page 8: ...BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workmanship BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accesso...

Page 9: ...ood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you and your dealer or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline tol...

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Page 11: ...ed to 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 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...and closing windows together 39 3 Convertible opening and closing rear windows 39 4 Opening and closing front windows 39 5 Adjusting exterior mirrors 54 Automatic curb monitor 54 6 Turn signals 65 High beams headlamp flasher 104 Roadside parking lamps 104 Check Control 80 Computer 76 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...tem 22 Changing radio station 156 Selecting music track 166 Scrolling in phone book and in lists with stored phone numbers Individually programmable 55 Individually programmable 55 9 Windshield wipers 66 Rain sensor 66 10 Starting stopping engine and switching ignition on off 59 13 Steering wheel heater 55 Steering wheel adjustment 55 14 Cruise control 67 Active cruise control 68 17 Head Up Displa...

Page 14: ...and warning lamps 80 Speed for cruise control 68 Desired speed for active cruise control 71 8 Display for Odometer and trip odometer 75 Computer 76 Date and remaining distance to be driven for service requirements 78 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 SMG Sequential Manual Transmission 62 Dynamic Driving Control 64 Check Control message present 80 9 Fuel gauge 76 10 Resetting trip odometer ...

Page 15: ... and warning lamps displayed You can consult Check Control for additional information e g regarding the cause of a mal function or the appropriate actions to take refer to page 80 In urgent cases this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp lights up Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps indicate that the associated functions are activated Handbrak...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 Around the center console controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ...l navigation system 126 15 Drive for audio CDs 166 16 Entertainment sound output on off and adjusting volume 153 18 Bracket for cup holder 115 19 Controller 16 Turn press or move horizontally in four directions 20 Activating voice command system 22 21 Opening start menu on Control Display 17 22 Dynamic Driving Control 64 Temperature setting left right 106 Automatic air distribution and volume 107 ...

Page 18: ...evant equipment Controls 1 Control Display 2 button Opening the start menu 3 Controller You can use the controller to select menu items and change settings by moving in four directions arrows 4 turning arrow 5 pressing arrow 6 To avoid becoming distracted and unnec essarily endangering both your own vehi cle s occupants and other road users never attempt to use the controls or make entries unless ...

Page 19: ...tings Settings for your vehicle e g for the central locking system Display of maintenance intervals and dead lines for legally mandated inspections Settings for the telephone Basic operation From radio readiness refer to page 59 the fol lowing message is shown on the Control Dis play To hide the message Press the controller This displays the start menu The message is automatically hidden after app...

Page 20: ...t and Climate without pressing the button To do so move the controller in the corre sponding direction and hold it for longer than approx 2 seconds Displays in menu 1 Each menu is divided into fields The cur rently selected field appears brighter 2 A symbol indicates the last selected menu item of the start menu 1 Menu items are usually grouped in horizon tal or vertical lists 2 Arrows indicate th...

Page 21: ...ler marking moves Menu items shown in white can be selected by marking 2 Activating a menu item Press controller New menu items are displayed or function is carried out 3 Selecting a menu item refer to 1 4 Changing between fields Briefly move controller left right forward or back Release controller Active field appears lighter 5 Adjusting settings Turn controller Graphic display numerical value or...

Page 22: ...ephoning is possible if the mobile phone is paired in the vehicle Mobile phone network reception strength dependent on mobile phone 6 Time Other displays When Check Control information appears or entries are made via the voice command sys tem the status information is temporarily hid den Assistance window Additional information appears in the assis tance window the computer or the trip computer th...

Page 23: ...and press the con troller 2 Select Assist window off and press the controller To switch on change to the assistance window and press the controller Switching Control Display on off 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Display off and press the control ler To switch on press the controller Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW ...

Page 24: ...or rearview mirror in the Coupe refer to page 14 On the steering column in the Convertible Prerequisite In order to enable identification of the com mands to be spoken use iDrive to set the lan guage for the voice command system Setting iDrive language refer to page 85 Symbols in Owner s Manual Voice commands Activating voice command system 1 Press the button This symbol on the Control Display and...

Page 25: ...perating the CD player and the CD changer Opening help Using alternative commands There are often several commands for running a function e g Running functions directly with short commands With short commands you can run certain func tions directly regardless of which menu item is selected refer to page 227 Opening start menu An example selecting a track 1 Switch on Entertainment sound output if n...

Page 26: ...stination Always issue commands in the language of the voice command system When selecting a radio station use the usual pronunciation of the station name For entries in the voice activated phone book only use names in the language of the voice command system and no abbrevia tions Keep the doors windows and glass sun roof or convertible top closed to prevent interference from ambient noise Avoid b...

Page 27: ...At a glance 25 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

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Page 29: ...with information for complete control of your vehicle Its extensive array of features and accessories both for driving and for your own safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 30: ...ofile page 29 Information on the required maintenance is also stored in the remote control refer to Service data in remote control page 210 Integrated key Press button 1 to unlock the key The integrated key fits the following locks Hotel function refer to page 33 Driver s door refer to page 32 Luggage compartment lid refer to page 34 New remote controls To obtain additional or replace lost keys ne...

Page 31: ...rive refer to page 33 Programming buttons on steering wheel refer to page 55 Settings for the display on the Control Dis play Brightness of the Control Display refer to page 84 Units of measure for consumption route distances temperature and pres sure refer to page 85 Language on the Control Display refer to page 85 12h 24h clock mode refer to page 84 Date format refer to page 84 Lighting settings...

Page 32: ...tomatically The haz ard warning flashers and interior lamps are also switched on Opening and closing from outside Using remote control Persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle can lock the doors from the inside Always take along the remote control when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outside Unlocking Press the button You can set how the vehicle is...

Page 33: ... luggage compartment lid Press the button for approx 1 second The luggage compartment lid opens regard less of whether it was previously locked or unlocked A previously locked luggage compart ment lid is also locked again after closing Coupe during opening the luggage compart ment lid pivots back and up Make sure there is sufficient clearance Setting confirmation signals You can vary or deactivate...

Page 34: ... the outside if persons are inside as unlocking from the inside is not possible without special knowl edge When unlocking 1 Turning the key once unlocks the driver s door and the fuel filler door 2 A second turn of the key unlocks the pas senger door and luggage compartment lid Comfort operation You can use the door lock to operate the win dows and the glass sunroof in the Coupe or to operate the ...

Page 35: ... twice the first pull unlocks the door and the second one opens it Locking doors Use the central locking button to lock both of the doors simultaneously or press down the lock button of a door To prevent you from being locked out the open driver s door cannot be locked using the lock button Persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle can lock the doors from the inside Always take along ...

Page 36: ... compartment lid opens provided that it is not locked or the hotel function is not activated refer to the above section Opening from outside Press the upper half of the BMW emblem or press the button on the remote control for approx 1 second the luggage compartment lid opens Convertible if the convertible top is not completely open or closed then the lug gage compartment lid cannot be opened refer...

Page 37: ...age compartment capacity To do so unfold the handle and press it down ward in the direction of travel refer to arrow This moves the convertible top compartment floor into the raised position Before opening the convertible top carry out this procedure in reverse order The convertible top cannot be opened if the convertible top compartment floor is in the raised position Alarm system The concept The...

Page 38: ...is inserted into the ignition lock however for a maximum of approx 5 minutes an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the sys tem was armed Tilt alarm sensor Monitors the inclination of the vehicle The alarm system reacts for example if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle Interior motion sensor Coupe In order for the interior motion sensor to func tion properly ...

Page 39: ...ing on page 28 The special features when using comfort access are described below Should a short delay occur when opening or closing the windows the glass sunroof or the convertible top the system is checking whether a remote control is located in the vehi cle Please repeat opening or closing if neces sary Unlocking Completely grasp a door handle arrow 1 This corresponds to pressing the button Loc...

Page 40: ...he vehicle it is only possible to restart the engine within approx 10 seconds after it is switched off Switching off engine with automatic transmission The engine can only be switched off when the selector lever is in position P refer to page 61 To switch the engine off when the selector lever is in position N the remote control must be inserted in the ignition lock Before driving into a car wash ...

Page 41: ... with com fort access also refer to page 37 To close the side windows while the vehi cle is being driven always close the rear windows first or all four windows simulta neously otherwise the windows cannot close tightly at higher speeds Individually Press switch to resistance point The window continues to open for as long as you hold down the switch Press the switch beyond the resistance point The...

Page 42: ...the ignition switched off for approx 1 minute as long as neither of the doors has been opened Pinch protection system If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes the closing action is interrupted and the window reopens slightly Despite the pinch protection system inspect the window s travel path prior to closing it as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obs...

Page 43: ...con trol refer to page 31 or 32 For information on comfort closing with comfort access refer to page 37 After switching off ignition You can still operate the sunroof with the remote control removed or the ignition switched off for approx 1 minute as long as neither of the doors has been opened Pinch protection system If the glass sunroof encounters resistance when closing the closing action is in...

Page 44: ...om your Convertible It is advisable to close the convertible top when the vehicle is parked The closed con vertible top not only protects the passenger compartment from unforeseen weather damage it also provides a certain amount of protection from theft Nonetheless even if the convertible top is closed only keep valuables in the locked luggage compart ment Do not attach luggage rack systems to the...

Page 45: ...fort access also refer to page 37 From radio readiness refer to page 59 with the vehicle stationary To avoid putting excessive strain on the battery only move the convertible top when the engine is running if possible Before closing the convertible top remove for eign objects from the windshield frame as these might inhibit closing of the convertible top 1 Closing 2 LED 3 Opening When the button f...

Page 46: ...le top compartment lid can not be locked in the event of an electrical mal function and would open while the vehicle is being driven Improper handling can lead to damage Before closing 1 Open luggage compartment lid 2 Take the Allen wrench and the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit refer to page 212 3 Pry out the two buttons in the luggage com partment with the screwdriver and then pull firmly ...

Page 47: ...o not carry out the next operation raising top ends until the top has been swung forward otherwise damage can occur 4 Raise the two convertible top ends as far as possible arrow 5 and close the convertible top compartment lid arrow 6 5 Fold the top ends down onto the convert ible top compartment lid 6 From the interior take out the cover in the center of the front top frame use a screw driver if n...

Page 48: ...g device engages refer to arrow 2 3 Push the securing pin 3 out until it engages 4 Unfold the rear mounts 4 Installing 1 Insert the securing pin 1 of the wind deflec tor into the appropriate opening on the right side of the vehicle 2 Guide the rear mounts 2 into the recepta cles provided 3 Push the securing pin 3 on the left side into the appropriate opening until it snaps into place 4 Fold up the...

Page 49: ...n Entertainment Mobility Folding up 1 Push the handle of the securing pin on the wind deflector on the left side of the vehicle all the way back and release the locking mechanism 2 Fold in the upper and lower section Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 50: ...voke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 94 Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in an accident Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approx at ear level Otherwise there is increased danger of i...

Page 51: ...too far backward if the seat is to be moved back to the end position Otherwise the wind deflector will be damaged Adjusting seat To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection please follow the adjustment instructions on page 48 1 Inclination 2 Longitudinal direction 3 Height 4 Backrest 5 Convertible head restraints refer to page 52 With the sports seat you can also ad...

Page 52: ... Safety feature 1 Close the driver s door and switch ignition on or off refer to page 59 2 Press the desired memory button 1 2 or 3 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed If the button was pressed inadvertently press the button again the LED goes out Activating with remote control The last positions of the driver s seat external rearview mirrors and steering wheel ar...

Page 53: ...emove the head restraints if no one will be sitting on the seat in question Rein stall the head restraints before transporting passengers as otherwise the head restraint cannot provide its protective function Coupe Adjusting height To raise pull the head restraint upward To lower slide the head restraint down ward To reach the lowest position press the button refer to arrow 1 Adjusting tilt angle ...

Page 54: ...system integrated in the seat makes it easier to get in back 1 Pull lever 1 up and fold the backrest for ward 2 Press and hold button 2 until the seat has moved into the desired position 3 After passengers have entered the rear fold the backrest back and lock it in place 4 Press and hold button 3 until the seat has moved back into its previous position If you release button 3 before this the seat ...

Page 55: ...ge 49 Safety belt reminder for driver s seat and passenger seat The indicator lamp lights up and a sig nal sounds At the same time an addi tional message appears on the Control Display Please check whether safety belts are being worn correctly The safety belt reminder is operative at speeds above approx 5 mph 8 km h It can also be acti vated if objects are placed on the passenger seat Damage to sa...

Page 56: ...tain outdoor temperature both exterior mirrors are automatically heated when the motor is running or the ignition is switched on Tilting down passenger side mirror automatic curb monitor Activating 1 Slide switch into the driver s side mirror position arrow 1 2 Engage reverse gear or selector lever posi tion R The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat on the passenger s side This allows the driver ...

Page 57: ... exit the vehicle the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position Steering wheel heater Press the button The indicator lamp in the button lights up when the steering wheel heater is switched on Programmable buttons on steering wheel You can program the buttons individually The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use iDrive for explanation of principle refer to p...

Page 58: ...played Next entertainment source Changes audio source Switches Night Vision on off BMW Night Vision on off 5 Select the desired function unit and press the controller 6 Select the button if necessary and press the controller You can now activate the selected function using the corresponding button Operating function Press the corresponding button on the steering wheel If you have programmed Naviga...

Page 59: ...ystem For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page 95 Installing child restraint systems Follow child restraint system manufac turer s instructions for the selection installation and use of child restraint systems Otherwise the degree of protection they offer may be reduced On front passenger seat After mounting a child restraint system on the front p...

Page 60: ...or CHil dren When installing and using LATCH child restraint systems comply with the sys tem manufacturer s operating and safety instructions Rear seats Before attaching the LATCH child s seat pull the belt away from the region of the child restraint fixing system The mounting points for the LATCH anchors are located at the positions indicated by arrows in the gap between the seat and the backrest...

Page 61: ...n Pressing the Start Stop button switches the radio readiness or the ignition on and off The engine is started when you press the Start Stop button and depress the clutch if the car has manual transmission or the brake if the car has automatic transmission Radio readiness Some electronic systems consumers are ready for operation The time and outside tempera ture are displayed in the instrument clu...

Page 62: ...ontrol in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle refer to page 37 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Place selector lever in position P or N 3 Press the Start Stop button SMG Sequential Manual Transmission Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle refer to page 37 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Move selector lever into position N and make sure that this position is also indi cated i...

Page 63: ...rake can lock up the rear wheels and cause the rear of the vehicle to swerve To prevent corrosion and one sided brak ing action occasionally engage the hand brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable The brake lamps do not light up when the hand brake is applied Manual transmission When shifting into 5th 6th gear press the gearshift lever towar...

Page 64: ...R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary Sequential mode After every engine start as soon as the selector lever is pushed to the right and the brake pedal is pressed the Sequential mode is activated You can shift up and down using the shifting paddles or the selector lever You do not need to remove your foot from the accelerator to do so It is also possible to start off in second gear ...

Page 65: ...ic In addition to the fully automatic mode you can also shift manually with Steptronic refer to page 64 Selector lever positions P R N D M S Displays in instrument cluster P R N D DS M1 to M6 The selector lever position is indicated and in manual mode the gear currently engaged Changing selector lever positions Only move the selector lever from position P with the engine running inter lock With th...

Page 66: ...speed thus for example the system will not execute a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev The selected gear is briefly displayed in the instru ment cluster followed by the current gear To use the automatic function again move the selector lever to the right into position D Deactivating selector lever interlock If the selector lever is blocked in position P even though the button on the...

Page 67: ...e accelerator pedal down fully kick down The ideal starting off engine speed is set To maintain vehicle stability reactivate DSC afterward Turn signals headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Using turn signals Move the lever beyond the resistance point To switch off manually only press the lever to the resistance point Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indica...

Page 68: ...erts to operation in the intermit tent mode whenever the vehicle is stationary Fast wiper speed Briefly press twice or press beyond the resis tance point The system reverts to operation at normal speed whenever the vehicle is stationary Rain sensor Wiper operation is controlled automatically as a function of the rain intensity The rain sensor is located on the windshield directly in front of the i...

Page 69: ...ghtly closed con tainers well out of the reach of children Always follow the instructions for use provided on the containers Filler neck for washer fluid All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser voir Fill with water and if required with a washer antifreeze according to manufacturer s recom mendations In order to maintain the mixture ratio mix the washer fluid before filling Capacity Capacity...

Page 70: ...speed Press button 4 The vehicle accelerates to and maintains the stored speed Deactivating system When the ignition is switched off the system is deactivated and the stored speed is deleted Displays in instrument cluster 1 Stored speed 2 Selected speed is displayed briefly Active cruise control The concept With active cruise control you can select a desired speed which is not only automatically m...

Page 71: ...rged to read all of the pages relating to this system before use Pay special attention to the information contained in the Things to know about active cruise control section begin ning on page 72 Professional navigation system If a navigation DVD is in the drive refer to page 126 the system adjusts the accelerating and braking behavior of the vehicle to the road you are driving on To ensure that t...

Page 72: ...h Each time the lever is pressed beyond the resistance point the desired speed increases to the next fives place on the mph speedometer or the next tens place on the km h speedometer Decreasing desired speed Pull the lever arrow 2 until the desired speed is displayed These functions are operated in the same man ner as increasing your desired speed Selecting distance Downward Increase distance Upwa...

Page 73: ...witch off the ignition the stored desired speed is deleted Displays in instrument cluster 1 Stored desired speed 2 Lights up yellow vehicle driving ahead is detected Flashes red a signal sounds the system cannot establish the distance you must apply the brakes Flashes yellow driving stability control sys tems intervene the active cruise control is deactivated 3 Selected distance to vehicle driving...

Page 74: ... rain or fog or when entering interchanges ser vice parking areas or toll booths It is also important to regulate your vehicle s speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary especially when the sys tem is actively following a vehicle in front of you Always remember that the range and abil ity of the system does have physi...

Page 75: ...After any deactivation the system will no longer automatically activate the vehicle brakes which means the driver must intervene and resume manual braking You should then reactivate the system only when you are fully aware of the prior speed and distance settings Active cruise control may brake when you reduce the stored desired speed however the driver must constantly monitor traffic and inter ve...

Page 76: ...ment of the accelerator pedal While active cruise control is capable of braking your vehicle automatically when you approach a slower vehicle ahead it is important to be aware that the ability of the sys tem to apply the brakes is also limited e g when you reduce your desired speed sharply The system cannot stop your vehicle It uses only a portion of braking system capacity and does not utilize th...

Page 77: ...nds and a warning lamp lights up A mes sage appears on the Control Display There is an increased danger of ice Ice can form even at temperatures above 377 36 Drive carefully especially on bridges and shaded roadways otherwise your risk of accident increases Tachometer The white striped advance warning field arrow 1 changes depending on the engine temperature The segments disappear in sequence as t...

Page 78: ... functions are not ensured and damage can occur Computer Displays in instrument cluster To display the information press the BC button in the turn signal lever The following information is displayed in the specified order Cruising range Average speed Average fuel consumption Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel The range is projected based on the d...

Page 79: ...low Entering a destination in the navigation system refer to page 126 Cruising range Average speed Average fuel consumption Resetting values You can reset the values for average speed and average fuel consumption 1 Select the desired menu item and press the controller 2 Press the controller again to confirm Entering a distance manually 1 Select Distance to dest and press the controller 2 Turn the ...

Page 80: ...ler 2 Select a menu item Onboard info Trip computer 3 Press the controller Service requirements The remaining driving distance and the date for the next maintenance are displayed briefly with the ignition switched on Your BMW Service Advisor can deter mine your vehicle s current service requirements by reading out the data stored in the remote control Additional information You can view more detai...

Page 81: ... an official inspection is approaching Please arrange a service appointment The service deadline has already passed Entering deadlines for legally required inspections Make sure the date on the Control Display is set correctly refer to page 84 otherwise the effec tiveness of CBS Condition Based Service is not ensured 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Info sourc...

Page 82: ...splay Indicator and warning lamps The indicator and warning lamps can light up in different combinations and colors This symbol means that a Check Control message has been generated The symbol remains visible even if the Check Control mes sage has been hidden after a short time The combinations of warning lamps and text mes sages are stored and can be viewed later also refer to page 81 Explanatory...

Page 83: ...ages 1 Press the button longer The first stored message is displayed 2 Press the button A new message appears each time you press the button Displaying supplementary information iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Info sources is selected and press the controller 4 Turn...

Page 84: ...s Speed limit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message indicates when you have reached this speed This enables you for example to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least 3 mph 5 km h Displaying setting or changing limit iDrive for explanation of principle r...

Page 85: ...e timer Taking an intermediate time reading Select Interim time and press the controller The interim time appears below the ongoing primary stopwatch count All of the remaining functions remain available at all times while the stopwatch is running The stopwatch continues to operate in the background Settings on Control Display iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button...

Page 86: ...ormat and press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Setting date 1 Select Date and press the controller 2 Select Set date and press the controller The first section of the date display is selected in this case the month 3 Turn the controller to make the adjustment 4 Press the controller to apply the setting The next adjustment is selected 5 Make the remain...

Page 87: ...roller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Language Units and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Units is selected and press the controller 6 Select the menu item to be set 7 Press the controller 8 Select the desired unit of measure and press the controller The settings are stored for the remote control currently in ...

Page 88: ...e button the LED lights up Switching off manually Press the button again the LED goes out After driving approx 165 ft 50 m or at over approx 20 mph 30 km h the system is switched off and the LED goes out You can reactivate the system manually as needed Signal tones An intermittent signal indicates the distance of the vehicle from an object being approached Thus an object detected to the left rear ...

Page 89: ...detected The system is also subject to the physical limits that apply to all forms of ultra sonic measurement such as those encoun tered with tow bars and trailer couplings or thin and wedge shaped objects etc Low objects already displayed e g curbs can also disap pear from the detection area of the sensors again before or after a continuous tone already sounds Higher protruding objects e g ledges...

Page 90: ...ot for longer than approx 10 seconds DTC Dynamic Traction Control and DSC are deactivated together Interventions promoting stability and forward momentum will no longer be carried out The stability promoting intervention of the active steering is also deactivated refer to page 94 A message appears on the Control Display Please note any supplementary information that appears there To support enhanc...

Page 91: ...m checked as soon as possible The brake system warning lamp lights up yellow A message appears on the Control Display The brake assistant is defective Have the system checked as soon as possible Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models Dynamic Drive The concept Dynamic Drive minimizes body roll and opti mizes vehicle stability during cornering and evasive maneuvers Dynami...

Page 92: ... start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Select Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until FTM is selected and press the controller 6 Start the engine but do not start driving 7 Select Reset and press the controller 8 Select Yes and press the controller...

Page 93: ...ue driving but instead contact your BMW center TPM Tire Pressure Monitor The concept TPM checks the tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires The system reports when the tire inflation pressure has dropped consid erably in one or several tires Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire the system must have been reset with the correct tire inflation pres...

Page 94: ...elect Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until TPM is selected and press the controller 6 Start the engine but do not start driving 7 Select Reset and press the controller 8 Select Yes and press the controller 9 Start to drive The tires are shown in gray and Resetting TPM is displayed After a few minutes of driving the set tire infla ti...

Page 95: ...ressure Monitoring Systems Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire infla tion pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for thos...

Page 96: ...intervenes This stability pro moting intervention is deactivated when DSC is switched off refer to page 88 Malfunction The warning lamp lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control Dis play The active steering is no longer operational At low speed larger steering wheel movements are required while the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel move ments in the higher road speed r...

Page 97: ...lt in personal injury Warnings and information on the airbags is also provided on the sun visors Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags The occupation of the seat is detected by eval uating the impression on the occupied seat sur face of the front passenger seat The system correspondingly activates or deactivates the front knee and side airbags on the front pas senger side The current s...

Page 98: ... radio readiness refer to page 59 the warning lamp lights up briefly indicating the operational readiness of the entire airbag sys tem and the safety belt tensioners Airbag system malfunction Warning lamp does not light up as of radio readiness Warning lamp lights up continuously Have the airbag system checked immedi ately in case of a malfunction otherwise there is a danger that the airbag system...

Page 99: ...vidual components of the rollover protec tion system and wiring Work on the rollover protection system may only be performed at a BMW center Unprofessional attempts to service the system can lead to failure or malfunction For a system check and to ensure long term functioning you must comply with the mainte nance intervals of the service requirements refer to page 78 Head Up Display The concept Wi...

Page 100: ...menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Display settings and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Head Up Display is selected and press the controller 6 Change into the second field from the top Turn the controller until Brightness is selected and press the controller 7 Turn the controller until...

Page 101: ...le that a per son is not continually recognizable as a person in shape since the thermal radiation can be affected by different clothing which blocks heat loss Objects with little temperature difference to the surrounding area or little heat radiation are less noticeable for example in cold weather Any improvement in detection depends on many factors such as the object size and tem perature compar...

Page 102: ...decisions otherwise a safety risk will result Activating BMW Night Vision 1 Turn the light switch to position 2 or 3 refer to page 102 2 With low beams switched on Press the button Depending on the vehicle s equipment the location of the button may differ somewhat Press one of the programmable buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 55 The image will be displayed on the Control Dis play after ...

Page 103: ...om cannot be selected The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use To exit the menu The image will automatically disappear after approx 5 seconds Cleaning camera The function of the camera may be affected by heavy rain and fog dirt snow or ice on the lens When this occurs the displayed image on the Control Display may become gray To minimize icing the camera lens is automati cal...

Page 104: ...d dusk and in case of precipitation Adaptive Head Light is active The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the lights to be switched on The low beams remain on independent of the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the fog lamps If desired the light switch can be left in posi tion 3 The exterior lighting is ...

Page 105: ...t Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Lighting is selected and press the controller 6 Select Daytime running lamps and press the controller The daytime running lamps are switched on The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Adaptive Head Light The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control syste...

Page 106: ... lamps to operate The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the fog lamps are switched on The fog lamps are switched off whenever the high beams are switched on If the automatic headlamp control is acti vated the low beams will come on auto matically when you switch on the fog lamps Instrument lighting You can control the lighting intensity by using the knurled wheel Interi...

Page 107: ...f the interior lamps footwell lamps door entry lighting courtesy lamps and sill panel lighting are to remain switched off continually press the button for approx 3 seconds Reading lamps The reading lamps are beside the interior lamp You can turn them on and off using buttons 2 located next to the lamps Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 108: ...oving condensation 7 Air volume manual 8 Switching off automatic climate control 9 Switching cooling function on and off manually 10 Temperature right side of passenger compartment 11 Residual heat mode 12 AUTO program 13 AUC automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode 14 LED for parked car ventilation 15 Rear window defroster 16 Air grill for interior temperature sensor please keep c...

Page 109: ...trol iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller to the left to open Cli mate 3 Select Automatic programs and press the controller 4 Select the desired intensity and press the controller The marked intensity of the automatic program is switched on Convertible program When the convertible top is opened the con vertible prog...

Page 110: ...pen Climate 3 Select Vent settings and press the con troller The driver s and front passenger side can be adjusted separately with the fields on the right or left side 4 Select the driver s or front passenger side if necessary Move the controller to the right or left repeatedly until the driver s side or front passenger side is selected 5 Select the desired field by moving the con troller 6 Turn t...

Page 111: ...e supply of outside air into the vehicle is shut off continuously If condensation starts to form on the inside window surfaces during operation in the recirculated air mode you should switch it off while also increasing the air volume as required The recirculated air mode should not be used over a longer period of time as the air quality inside the vehicle deteriorates continuously Residual heat T...

Page 112: ...ctly It remains switched on for 30 minutes Since the system uses a substantial amount of electrical current you should refrain from acti vating it twice in succession without allowing the battery to be recharged in normal operation between uses The air emerges through the upper body region vent outlets in the instrument panel Therefore please open the vent outlets The parked car ventilation system...

Page 113: ...ustment the time is stored Activating timer Move the controller to the left or right to select Timer 1 or Timer 2 and then press the con troller The switch on time is activated The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control lights up The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes when the parked car ventilation has switched on The parked car ventilation is only avai...

Page 114: ...sal remote control If you have additional questions please contact your BMW center or call 1 800 355 3515 Information is also provided on the Internet at www bmwusa com or www homelink com HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc Programming 1 Memory buttons 2 LED Fixed code hand held transmitters 1 Switch on ignition refer to page 59 2 When using for the first time press the lef...

Page 115: ...f a second person 1 Park your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled equipment 2 Program the integrated universal remote control as described above in Fixed code hand held transmitters 3 Locate the button on the receiver of the device to be set e g on the drive unit 4 Press the button on the receiver of the equipment to be set After step 4 you have approx 30 seconds for step 5 5 Press t...

Page 116: ... in the storage compartment You can for example connect a CD player or an MP3 player and play the sound via the vehicle loud speakers refer to page 171 Adjusting height The center armrest can be set in two positions Pull the right button Move the armrest upward or downward and lock it in the desired position Storage compartments Storage compartment behind center armrest To open raise the cover at ...

Page 117: ...injury to occupants during braking or evasive maneu vers Cup holders Do not place containers made of glass in the cup holders This would lead to an increased risk of injury in the event of an acci dent Do not force unsuitable containers into the cup holders as otherwise damage can result The compartment of the rear center console contains a built in cup holder and a removable one The removable cup...

Page 118: ...to approx 200 W at 12 V Avoid damaging the socket by inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes In front passenger footwell Access to the socket Fold open the cover Ski bag It permits safe and clean transport of up to two pairs of standard skis or one snowboard You can use the ski bag to stow skis up to 6 9 ft 2 10 m long Loading 1 Press the button downward and pull the filler element forward 2 ...

Page 119: ...ing belt at the buckle Secure the ski bag in this way If you fail to do so it could move around and endanger occupants during braking or evasive maneu vers To refit the filler element insert the two tabs at the bottom into the strip and press the filler ele ment back into place Make sure that you do not damage the rear seat upholstery Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

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Page 121: ...his section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 122: ...riod Clutch The function of the clutch is only at its opti mized level after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km During this break in period engage the clutch gently Following part replacement Observe the break in instructions again if com ponents mentioned above must be replaced after subsequent driving operation General driving notes Closing luggage compartment lid Only drive with the l...

Page 123: ...tarting assistant The starting assistant enables you to start off conveniently on slopes The handbrake is not required for this purpose 1 Hold the vehicle with the footbrake 2 Release the footbrake and drive off quickly The starting assistant holds the vehicle for approx 2 seconds after releasing the footbrake Depending on the load the vehicle may also roll back slightly during this time After rel...

Page 124: ...e control during operation and then exits under the vehicle Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal Before driving into a car wash To prevent the exterior mirrors on this vehicle from being damaged always fold them in by hand before entering an automatic car wash General information on the care and mainte nance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochu...

Page 125: ...arger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center Four lashing eyes mounted in the luggage compartment are used to secure these heavy duty cargo straps refer to arrows Please observe the special instructions supplied with the heavy duty cargo straps Position and secure the cargo as described above so that it cannot endan ger the vehicle s occupants for example if sud den braking or evasiv...

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Page 127: ...his chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination Navigation Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 128: ...scan the data from the DVD Removing navigation DVD 1 Press button 1 The DVD emerges slightly from the drive 2 Remove the DVD If the DVD is not ejected from the drive it is pos sible that it is blocked In this case a message is also shown on the Control Display Display in the assistance window You can display the route or the current position in the assistance window This display remains visible ev...

Page 129: ...rt menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Turn the controller until Language Units is selected and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Languages is selected and press the controller 6 Select Arrow display pop up instructions and press the controller The arrow display is...

Page 130: ...ants and other road users iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller to the right to call up Navigation 3 Select Navigation and press the control ler Entering a destination manually The system s word matching principle makes it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns refer to page 139 This allows you to ente...

Page 131: ...ppears on the Control Display 3 To delete the letter entered if necessary Delete individual numbers or letters Move the controller toward the right to select and press the controller Delete all digits or letters Move the controller toward the right to select and press the controller longer 4 Enter additional letters if necessary The list gradually grows smaller each time you enter a new letter To ...

Page 132: ... controller 2 Enter the street The street is entered in exactly the same way as the town city of destination The intersection is entered in the same way as the street Entering a street without entering town city of destination You can also enter a street without entering a town city of destination In this case all streets of the entered country are offered for selection The related town city is di...

Page 133: ...ve at any time Reacti vate the voice command function for this pur pose if necessary With Options you can have the system read aloud the possible commands 1 Press the button on the steering wheel or in the center console Selecting country 1 Wait for the system to ask for the country of destination Say the name of the country of destination in the language of the voice command system Entering town ...

Page 134: ... sound the same which cannot be differentiated by the system are summarized in a separate list and shown as a destination followed by three dots Select this entry with Yes if necessary Then select the desired city town in this list Entering street and house number The street is entered in the same way as the town city of destination To enter the house number Up to 4 digit house numbers can be ente...

Page 135: ...ce deacti vated around the last destination entered 4 Select a destination with the cursor Changing scale turn the controller Moving map move the controller in the corresponding direction The controller can be moved to the left right forward and back 5 Press the controller to accept or store the destination in the destination guidance sys tem The selected town city of destination and other menu it...

Page 136: ...Select Start search and press the con troller These destinations are displayed on the Control Display 8 Select a destination and press the control ler The scope of the information and symbols is dependent on the respec tive navigation DVD 9 Select the desired menu item To adopt the address into the destina tion list and start the destination guid ance Select the symbol and press the controller To ...

Page 137: ...nation manually on page 128 Select Navigation and press the controller The last destination entered is the first item in the destination list This symbol indicates the current destina tion during destination guide To display other destinations in the destination list turn the controller Adopting the destination into the destination guidance system 1 Select the desired destination from the des tina...

Page 138: ...5 Storing current position The current position can be adopted into the address book 1 Select Address book and press the con troller 2 Change into the third field from the top Turn the controller until New address is selected and press the controller 3 Select Use current location as address and press the controller The name given can be changed For oper ation refer to Entering a destination manu a...

Page 139: ...r Deleting individual destinations from address book 1 Select Address book and press the con troller 2 Select the entry and press the controller 3 Select Delete address and press the con troller 4 Select Yes and press the controller Deleting all destinations from address book 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Vehicle T...

Page 140: ...osing certain route criteria You can change the route criteria as often as you like when entering the destination and whenever the des tination guidance is active The route is planned according to fixed rules taking the road type into account e g whether it involves freeways or winding roads The road types are stored on the navigation DVD As a result the routes recommended by the naviga tion syste...

Page 141: ...n and press the con troller Word matching principle The system supports the word matching princi ple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns cities The system runs ongoing checks comparing your destination entries with the data stored on the navigation DVD as the basis for instant response The user benefits include Names of specific towns cities can also vary from the offi...

Page 142: ...ies are selected the calculation time for the route can increase considerably The destination guidance can also be started in the arrow or map view Select the symbol and press the controller During destination guidance you can operate other equipment via iDrive at any time You are notified well in advance of a necessary change of direction by spoken instructions and the dis play of the direction a...

Page 143: ...l Arrow display is selected and press the controller The arrow display is displayed 1 Switching voice instructions on off 2 Manually displaying traffic information 3 Selecting route criteria 4 Starting stopping destination guidance 5 Arrow to destination as the crow flies 6 Distance to the next change of direction 7 Current position 8 Direction of travel Hollow arrow Destination guidance on the ca...

Page 144: ...ap direction of travel Perspective 6 Changing route criteria 7 Manually displaying traffic information 8 Arrow to destination as the crow flies The estimated time of arrival and the distance to the destination are shown in the bottom line of the Control Display To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller At scales of less than 250 miles 500 km you have the option of deciding wh...

Page 145: ... arrow or map view Select the symbol and press the controller To switch the voice instructions on off at any time 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Turn the controller until Language Units is selected and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the c...

Page 146: ...press the control ler 2 Change into the third field from the top Turn the controller until New route is selected and press the controller 3 Turn the controller to enter the desired number and press the controller The route is recalculated To exit from the menu without changing the route Select the arrow and press the controller Traffic information In population centers you can display traffic info...

Page 147: ...er the sta tion name frequency local number or other information is displayed Manually displaying traffic information During destination guidance Traffic information can be displayed manually during destination guidance in the arrow or map view If the symbol is shown with a red border traf fic information is available for the planned route Select the symbol and press the controller During destinat...

Page 148: ...With a scale of up to 5 miles 10 km additional information is displayed The length direction and effect of a traffic obstruction are indicated with arrows along the route e g Along planned route Colored symbol with the traffic obstruction symbol Outside planned route Map scale up to 5 miles 10 km White symbol with black or gray border with the traffic obstruction symbol Map scale from 10 miles 20 ...

Page 149: ...tion is also displayed if you have called up a different application on the Control Display Hiding traffic obstructions If Dynamic route is selected the route in case of traffic obstructions is automatically changed The system does not point out traffic obstruc tions along the original route Depending on the type of road as well as the type and length of traffic obstruction the route can also be c...

Page 150: ...op Turn the controller until Current position is selected and press the controller The current position of your BMW is displayed If the navigation system is unable to identify a town or city your current map coordinates will appear To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller You can also have the current position dis played on a map refer to page 142 Online Edition for Part no ...

Page 151: ... no downtown area can be determined for the city or town entered Enter any street or a destination such as the railway station etc then start the destination guidance you want to enter a destination for the des tination guidance but it is not possible to select the letters for your desired entry The data of the destination is not stored on the navigation DVD that is loaded In this case the system ...

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Page 153: ...Entertainment This chapter describes the operation of the radio and CD player as well as their tone settings Entertainment Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 154: ...adio station or CD track is played Turn adjust volume 2 Drive for audio CDs 3 Eject CD 4 Station scan track search Change radio station Select track for CD player and CD changer 5 Drive for navigation DVDs Operating via iDrive 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment You have the following choices FM and AM radio reception WB Weather Ban...

Page 155: ...r to page 11 From radio readiness the setting for the remote control used at the moment is saved Tone control You can alter various tone settings e g treble and bass or the speed dependent volume increase The sound settings are globally adjusted for all audio sources From radio readiness the settings are saved for the remote control used at the moment Changing tone settings 1 Press the button This...

Page 156: ...lect Speed volume and press the con troller 2 Turn the controller The adjustment is applied the field can be changed Individual high end sound system You can choose between Stereo and Surround 1 Select Surround Settings and press the controller 2 Select Stereo or Surround 3 Press the controller The spatial sound effect is activated Professional LOGIC7 HiFi System You can select a spatial sound eff...

Page 157: ...elect Equalizer and press the controller 2 Move the controller to the left or right to select the desired frequency range 3 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected Resetting tone settings You can reset all tone settings to the default settings 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 ...

Page 158: ...ing stations Turn the controller In addition to the stations currently displayed you can have stations with another selection criterion displayed Professional radio You can choose from the following selection criteria All stations Stations that can currently be received in the FM waveband Autostore The stations with the strongest received signals in the AM waveband With High Definition Radio the s...

Page 159: ...he stations are sampled To end sampling 1 Press the controller 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels sampling of the stations and the radio remains on the current station Buttons next to CD player To sample the stations press and hold the button for the corresponding direction To stop scanning press the button again Selecting frequency manually With Manual you can select stations tha...

Page 160: ...roller until the desired selec tion criterion is selected and press the con troller 3 Select the desired frequency or station Set is selected 4 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 5 Select Store and press the controller Presets is displayed 6 Turn the controller until the desired mem ory position is selected 7 Press the controller The station is stored The stations of the last sele...

Page 161: ...ption con ditions are good the station names are shown on the Control Display If the reception is weak or disrupted it can take some time before the station names are displayed Switching RDS on off 1 Select FM or AM and press the control ler Set is selected 2 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 3 Select RDS and press the controller RDS is activated The setting is stored for the rem...

Page 162: ...s You can receive these stations digitally and with improved sound quality A digital radio network must be available in order to receive digital stations Activating deactivating digital radio reception 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Select Audio and press the controller...

Page 163: ...are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set you can update the list of stations with the best reception signal 1 Select FM or AM and press the control ler 2 Change into the second field from the top 3 Select Autostore and press the controller 4 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 5 Select Autostore and press the con troller The display of...

Page 164: ...s opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment 3 Select SAT 4 Press the controller The channels are displayed These channels are enabled Enabling 1 Select a channel that has not yet been enabled and press the controller A telephone number and the electronic serial number ESN are displayed The electronic serial number is required for enabling or disabling 2 To enabl...

Page 165: ...layed Categories All channels sorted by category e g news jazz 3 Press the controller 4 If Categories has been selected Select the desired category and press the controller The channels of this category are displayed 5 Select a channel marked with this sym bol 6 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 7 Select Play and press the controller Additional information The name of the channel...

Page 166: ...for the corresponding direction The system changes to the next enabled chan nel Notes If no signal can be received for more than 4 seconds a message is displayed on the Con trol Display Reception may not be possible for certain reasons e g environmental influences or topographical conditions The satellite radio has no influence on this The signal may not be available in tunnels or underground gara...

Page 167: ... in the drive 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment 3 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until CD is selected and press the controller 4 With a CD changer change to the second field from the top and turn the controller until CD is selected and press the control ler The CD player is started Playback starts automatic...

Page 168: ...red track The CD will start to play at the start of the track The track is displayed on the Control Display You can also change the track with buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 11 Via iDrive Select a track by turning the controller Compressed audio files 1 Select the directory if necessary and press the controller 2 Select the track and press the controller To change the directory Select...

Page 169: ...g 1 Press the controller 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels sampling of the tracks and the player remains on the current track Compressed audio files 1 Select the current track and press the con troller 2 Select the desired menu item To sample all tracks of the current direc tory select Scan directory and press the controller To sample all tracks of the CD select Scan all and pres...

Page 170: ... items are displayed 2 Select Random and press the controller To cancel random mode 1 Press the controller 2 Select Random and press the controller Compressed audio files 1 Select the current track and press the con troller 2 Select the desired menu item To play all tracks of the current directory in random order select Random direc tory and press the controller To play all tracks of the CD in ran...

Page 171: ...ated Class 1 laser prod ucts Do not operate if the cover is damaged otherwise severe eye damage can result Do not use self recorded CDs with adhesive labels as these can come loose during playback due to heat build up and cause irreparable damage to the system Only use round CDs DVDs with a standard diameter of 4 7 in 12 cm and do not play CDs DVDs with an adapter e g Single CDs other wise the CDs...

Page 172: ...igned for this purpose Damaged CDs DVDs Avoid fingerprints dust scratches and mois ture Keep CDs DVDs in a sleeve Do not subject CDs DVDs to temperatures over 1227 506 high levels of humidity or direct sunlight CDs DVDs with copy protection Manufacturers often provide CDs DVDs with copy protection This can mean that some CDs DVDs cannot be played or can only be played to a limited extent Care If n...

Page 173: ...k ers connect the headphones or the line out connection of the device to the socket 1 with a 1 8 in 3 5 mm jack plug Starting audio playback The audio device must be switched on 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment 3 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until AUX is selected and press the controller 4 Select AUX and...

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Page 175: ...ications This chapter summarizes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or TeleService Communications Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 176: ...ics and mobile communication device can interfere with each other In addition there is no assurance that the radiation that results from transmission will be dissipated from the vehicle interior For your safety A car phone makes life more convenient in many ways and can even save lives in an emer gency While you should consult your mobile phone s separate operating instructions for a detailed desc...

Page 177: ...he full mobile phone prepara tion package Information on this subject is also provided on the Internet at www bmw com The mobile phone is ready to operate The Bluetooth links of the vehicle refer to page 179 and the mobile phone are active Depending on the mobile phone presets in the mobile phone are required e g via the following menu items Bluetooth activated Connection not with confirmation Rec...

Page 178: ...l refer to the operating instruc tions of your mobile phone e g find con nect or pair under Bluetooth device The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is also shown on the mobile phone display 11 Select the Bluetooth name of the vehicle on the mobile phone display Pairing Depending on your mobile phone you will first be requested consecutively via the display of your mobile phone or iDrive to enter the Bl...

Page 179: ... card to the mobile phone if necessary It may not be possible to display phone book entries with special characters Up to four mobile phones can be paired consec utively When you pair a fifth mobile phone the pairing data of the mobile phone for which the pairing data were stored first in the vehicle will be deleted Check if pairing is unsuccessful Is the mobile phone supported by the mobile phone...

Page 180: ...ct Bluetooth and press the controller 5 Change into the second field from the top select Phone and press the controller 6 Select the desired mobile phone With two drives Move the controller to the rear to change into the bottom field Select the desired mobile phone and press the controller With a single drive Select the desired mobile phone and press the controller 7 Select Move device up and pres...

Page 181: ... the Blue tooth link between the vehicle and the mobile phone if necessary If the Bluetooth link is deactivated you cannot operate your mobile phone via the vehicle and the mobile phone can use other devices with a Bluetooth interface e g a laptop computer To temporarily deactivate the Bluetooth link between your vehicle and your mobile phone 1 Remove the mobile phone from the cradle and switch it...

Page 182: ...y If the person you are talking to cannot under stand you well this may be due to excessively loud background noises The full mobile phone preparation package can compensate for these noises to a certain degree To optimize the speech quality during a call we recommend that you Reduce background noises e g by closing the windows reducing the air volume of the automatic climate control or pointing t...

Page 183: ...ller 3 Enter the desired phone number by dialing the individual digits and pressing the con troller Always enter the complete phone number consisting of national dialing code area code and phone number The letters correspond to the digits on the keypad of the mobile phone To delete the last digit Move the controller toward the right to select the arrow and press the control ler down 4 Select Dial ...

Page 184: ...pted are stored This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent Received calls The phone numbers of the last eight accepted calls are stored This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent Dialing phone numbers from phone book The list A Z is available for you phone book entries The phone book entries appear on the Control Display 1 Select Phone and press the ...

Page 185: ...elect the desired entry from the list and press the controller 2 Select Delete and press the controller The entry is deleted Deleting entire list 1 Select an entry from the list and press the controller 2 Select Delete all numbers and press the controller 3 If applicable select Yes and press the controller The list is deleted BMW Contact If you have not enabled BMW Assist you can have several serv...

Page 186: ...Call and press the controller Contact is established Transferring phone number via tone dialing method The tone dialing method is required for access to network services or for controlling devices e g remote checking of an answering machine This function is available when a connection has been established 1 Establish connection 2 With a single drive Press the controller Select Keypad and press the...

Page 187: ...tive you can deactivate the Blue tooth link Depending on your mobile phone model poor reception of the wireless communications net work can result in the system switching from the hands free system to the mobile phone Operation by voice The concept You can operate your mobile phone without having to remove your hands from the steering wheel When making your entries you will be supported by announc...

Page 188: ...leting phone number All digits entered up to this point are deleted Voice phone book Operating by voice requires a personal voice phone book With combined drives for audio CDs and navigation DVDs the entries are automati cally adopted from your mobile phone s memory With a single drive the entries must be entered by voice and are independent of your mobile phone s memory In this case it is not pos...

Page 189: ...phasis and pauses Keep the doors windows and glass sunroof closed to prevent interference from ambi ent noise Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking Mounting removing snap in adapter 1 Press the area 1 around the button and remove the cover 1 Save name 2 Say the name The spoken length of the names in the phone book must not exceed approx 2 seconds 3 Say the phone number after being...

Page 190: ...sary so that the mobile phone can engage in the snap in adapter 2 With the buttons facing upward press the mobile phone toward the electrical connec tions and press down until it engages From radio readiness or with the steering unlocked the mobile phone s battery is charged To protect the vehicle s batteries avoid using the phone when the ignition is switched off Removing mobile phone Press butto...

Page 191: ...tivated refer to page 194 Services offered The following services are available via BMW Assist Emergency call refer to page 217 When you press the SOS button a connec tion is established to the BMW Assist Response Center The BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and arranges for further steps to help you Automatic emergency call Under certain conditions a connection is established to the BMW Ass...

Page 192: ...d Service Using services Contacting BMW Assist Response Center You can contact the BMW Assist Response Center with the SOS button 1 Briefly press protective cover to open With some vehicle equipment packages or in the Convertible the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat 2 Press the button for at least 2 seconds The BMW Assist Response Center is con tacted Breakdown a...

Page 193: ...er 4 Select Service and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Service requirements is selected and press the controller 6 Select Service notification and press the controller Manual service notification You can transmit data on the service status of your vehicle to your BMW center if you want to make an appointment for service 1 Press the button This o...

Page 194: ...er Information service When you call the information service of BMW Assist you can for example obtain infor mation on current events filling stations or hotels and have their phone numbers and addresses transmitted Reservations can be made at many hotels directly by the BMW infor mation service The information service must be enabled sepa rately by the BMW Assist Response Center Calling up informa...

Page 195: ...ting BMW Assist Displaying and updating services You will be notified of any changes in the ser vices offered by BMW Assist In this case you should update the services 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Turn the controller until BMW Service set tings is selected and press t...

Page 196: ...is blocked and the cur rent vehicle position will not be transmitted dur ing an emergency call To cancel blocking and reactivate BMW Assist see below This does not affect the contractual agreements Reactivate BMW Assist if necessary to log on again Activating BMW Assist For you to be able to use the services of BMW Assist BMW Assist must be activated Requirements Make sure that the vehicle can det...

Page 197: ...begins Activation takes a few minutes The status is displayed on the Control Display If you open another menu the activation process continues to run in the background Displaying vehicle data When BMW Assist is activated the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press ...

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Page 199: ... maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and breakdown assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 200: ...ion Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door When refueling insert the filler nozzle com pletely into the filler pipe Avoid raising the filler nozzle during refueling otherwise this results in premature pump shutoff can lead to reduced efficiency in the fuel vapor recovery system The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Fuel tank capac...

Page 201: ...ed significant differences in fuel quality volatility composi tion additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels containing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by weight that is 15 MTBE or 3 methanol plus an equivalent amount of co solvent will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or work...

Page 202: ...spectively approved and recommended by BMW a list of these is available from your BMW center For correct identification of the right tire infla tion pressure for your tires observe the follow ing Tire sizes for your vehicle Load conditions Maximum allowable driving speed Tire inflation pressures for driving up to 100 mph 160 km h For normal driving up to 100 mph 160 km h adjust pressures to the re...

Page 203: ...270 Front 245 35 R 20 91 W Rear 275 30 R 20 93 Y 32 220 33 230 32 220 33 230 33 230 39 270 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 226 Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds up to max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold ...

Page 204: ... on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1γ times as well on the govern ment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia tions in driving habits...

Page 205: ...12 in 3 mm although for example European legisla tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0 063 in 1 6 mm At tread depths below 0 12 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface Winter tires noticeably loose their suitability for winter use below a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm New tires should be mounted in t...

Page 206: ... particular vehicle Variations in factors such as manufac turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions than the approved units these differences could lead to body contact and with it the risk of severe acci dents If non approved wheels and tires are used BMW cannot evaluate their suitability and therefore cannot be...

Page 207: ...ich can result in acci dents Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire Rotating wheels between axles BMW does not recommend moving the front wheels to the rear or vice versa as otherwise the...

Page 208: ...rsonnel Other wise there is a danger of damage and associ ated safety risks if this work is performed improperly Hood Releasing Pull lever Opening Press the release handle and open the hood Closing Close the hood from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear otherwise injuries may result If you see any sign...

Page 209: ...h an electronic oil level check The condition for the most accurate indication of the oil level possible is measurement with the engine at operating temperature i e following an uninterrupted drive of at least 6 miles 10 km You can display the oil level on the Control Dis play while driving or when stopped on a level surface with the engine running iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page...

Page 210: ...d 1 US quart 1 liter of oil until a corre sponding message is shown on the Control Dis play Add oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise the engine could be dam aged Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing For this reason thoroughly wash exposed areas of skin with soap and water after such work Keep oil grease etc out of reach of children and observe warnings ...

Page 211: ... cause burns Coolant consists of water and coolant additive Not all commercially available additives are suit able for your BMW Ask your BMW center for suitable additives Only use suitable additives otherwise engine damage may result The additives present a health hazard Always observe all applicable environ mental laws and regulations when dis posing of used coolant additives Checking coolant lev...

Page 212: ...hicle check Legally required tests depending on local regulations Service data in remote control Your vehicle stores the information required for maintenance continuously in the remote con trol during driving After accessing the data stored in the remote control your BMW Service Advisor can suggest precisely the right array of service procedures for your own individual vehi cle For this reason whe...

Page 213: ...and drive to the nearest BMW center as soon as possible Heavy engine misfiring causes serious damage to the emission relevant components espe cially the catalytic converter within a short time If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight ened the OBD system can detect the escape of fuel vapor This causes a display to light up If the cap is then tightened the display should go out within a few days...

Page 214: ...m occurring To avoid possible injury or equip ment damage when replacing bulbs follow any instructions provided by the bulb manufac turer When performing maintenance on the head lamps follow the instructions in the separate Caring for your vehicle brochure For bulbs for which changing is not described and for checking and adjusting headlamp aim please contact your BMW cen ter Light emitting diodes...

Page 215: ...amps 10 watt bulb Bulb holder and reflector are one unit and are replaced together 1 Turn the bulb holder 2 to the right and remove 2 Press the snap connection on the plug con nector pull off the bulb holder and replace Front turn signals side marker lamps Your BMW is equipped with two turn signal lamps per side in the front Turn signal lamp 1 21 watt bulb WY21SV The illustration shows the front r...

Page 216: ...h the tip of your finger then push it to the rear release the snap connection at the front and take it off the trim strip 2 Turn the bulb holder to the left by 905 and remove 3 Remove and replace the bulb Tail lamps The roadside parking rear and brake lamps are LEDs The backup lamps are equipped with long life bulbs Please contact a BMW center in case of a malfunction 1 Turn signals 2 Roadside par...

Page 217: ... tires page 204 The suitable tools for changing tires are available as accessories from your BMW center Car jacking points The jacking points for the car jack are located in the positions shown Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is 100 maintenance free i e the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli mate Your BMW center will be glad to...

Page 218: ... Spare fuses and a pair of plastic tweezers are located in the compartment for the onboard tool kit refer to page 212 Information on fuse allocation is located below the bracket for the onboard tool kit see below In glove compartment 1 Press the button on the back in the center of partition 1 and pull out the partition upward arrow 2 2 Press the coupling downward arrow 3 and fold the lid 4 forward...

Page 219: ...ton lights up As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established the LED flashes When the emergency call is received at the BMW Assist Response Center the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and arranges for additional steps to help you If conditions allow remain in the vehicle until the connection has been established You will then be able to provide a deta...

Page 220: ... two jumper cables to start your BMW with power from the battery in a second vehicle You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle Use only jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury always avoid all contact with electrical components while the engine is running Care fully adhere to the following sequence both to prevent damage t...

Page 221: ...the usual way If the first starting attempt is not successful wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge 3 Let the engines run for a few minutes 4 Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the connection sequence Check the battery and recharge if necessary Never use spray fluids to start the engine Tow starting and towing Observe applicable laws ...

Page 222: ...e selector lever position N with the igni tion switched on Towing methods Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result In some countries towing with tow bars or ropes in public traffic is not permitted Familiar ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the respective country With tow bar The towing vehicle may not be lighter than the vehicle to be t...

Page 223: ...tarting 1 Switch on the hazard warning flashers comply with country specific regulations 2 Switch on the ignition refer to page 59 3 Shift into 3rd gear For information on SMG see below 4 Tow start with the clutch completely depressed and slowly release the clutch After the engine starts immediately depress the clutch again completely 5 Stop at a suitable location remove the tow bar or rope and sw...

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Page 225: ...ns the technical data the short commands of the voice command system and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information you are looking for Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 226: ...Technical data 224 Technical data Dimensions Coupe All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 37 4 ft 11 4 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 227: ...lance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Convertible All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 37 4 ft 11 4 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 228: ...e load lbs kg 2 337 1 060 2 403 1 090 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 491 1 130 2 778 1 260 Luggage compartment capacity cu ft l 15 9 450 10 6 300 with raised convertible top com partment floor refer to page 35 cu ft l 12 4 350 Notes Fuel tank US gal liters approx 18 5 70 Fuel specification page 199 including reserve of US gal liters approx 2 6 10 Window and headlamp wiper system US quarts liters...

Page 229: ... window current position Assistance window trip computer or Assistance window onboard info To change scale in assistance window 126 Assistance window scale feet or Assistance window scale miles Function Command To activate telephone 181 Phone To dial phone number 181 Dial number To display the phone book 182 A to Z To dial from phone book 182 Call or Dial name To display Top 8 183 Top 8 To redial ...

Page 230: ...p facing north Map direction of travel or Perspective To change scale Scale miles or Scale feet To display streets and towns cities of the route Route list To switch on voice instructions Navigation info on To switch off voice instructions Navigation info off To repeat voice instructions Repeat navigation info To open route Route menu To display current position Current position Function Command T...

Page 231: ...en WB 160 Weatherband menu To switch on weatherband 160 Weatherband on To select a weatherband station 160 Choose weatherband station To open SAT 163 SAT radio menu To switch on satellite radio 163 SAT radio To open Presets of satellite radio 164 SAT radio presets To open All channels of satellite radio 163 SAT radio all channels To open Categories of satellite radio 163 SAT radio categories To se...

Page 232: ...open Lighting 65 102 Lighting To open Service requirements 78 191 Service requirements To open Service 78 191 Service To open BMW Service settings settings 193 BMW service settings To display Check Control messages 80 Check Control messages To open Head Up Display 98 Head up display To adjust the brightness of the Control Display 84 Brightness To open Units 85 Units To open Languages 85 126 Langua...

Page 233: ...Reference 231 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 312 02 07 BMW AG ...

Page 234: ...cking 51 Airbags 94 deactivating refer to Exception for front passenger seat 57 indicator warning lamp 96 indicator lamp for front passenger airbags 95 sitting safely 48 Air distribution automatic 107 manual 108 Airing refer to Ventilation 109 Air outlets refer to Ventilation 109 Air recirculation refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 109 Air recirculation on off 56 Air supply automatic ...

Page 235: ...tic station search 157 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 deactivating selector lever interlock 64 Dynamic Driving Control 64 interlock 63 kick down 64 selector lever lock interlock 63 shiftlock 63 towing 220 tow starting 221 with comfort access 38 Automatic ventilation 110 AUTO program with automatic climate control 107 Autostore on the radio 156 158 AUX 152 171 AUX In connection 114 171 A...

Page 236: ...l 182 193 Call accepting 181 displaying accepted 183 ending 181 in absence 183 rejecting 181 starting 181 Calling by entering phone number 181 from phone book 182 from Top 8 list 183 redialing 183 Can holder refer to Cup holders 115 Capacities 226 Car battery refer to Vehicle battery 215 Car care refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Car care products refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure ...

Page 237: ...2h 24h mode 84 hour signal 84 setting time and date 83 Closing from inside 32 from outside 30 Closing fuel filler cap 198 Clothes hooks Coupe 115 Cockpit 10 Cold start refer to Starting engine 60 Comfort access 37 observe in car wash 38 replacing battery remote control 38 Comfort closing windows with comfort access with Coupe 37 with comfort access 37 Comfort operation convertible top 31 32 glass ...

Page 238: ...sation 108 Defrosting windshield refer to Defrosting windows 108 Defrost position refer to Defrosting windows 108 Delete address book for navigation system 137 Delete all numbers for mobile phone 183 Delete data for navigation system 137 Delete for mobile phone 183 Destination address deleting 137 entering 128 131 Destination for navigation destination list 135 entering via voice 131 entry 128 hom...

Page 239: ...9 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 88 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 88 E Easy entry refer to Entering rear 52 Easy entry exit 55 Eject button refer to Buttons on CD player 152 Electrical malfunction convertible top 44 door lock 32 driver s door 32 fuel filler door 198 glass sunroof 41 luggage compartment lid 34 storage compartment hotel function 34 Electric convertible top 42 Electric steering wheel a...

Page 240: ... Filter refer to Microfilter activated charcoal filter 110 Fine wood refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure First aid refer to First aid kit 218 First aid kit 218 Flashing when locking and unlocking refer to Setting confirmation signals 31 Flashlight refer to Rechargeable flashlight 113 Flat tire Flat Tire Monitor 89 refer to Run flat tires 204 run flat tires 90 92 204 Tire Pressure Monitor 91 ...

Page 241: ... Microphone 14 Hazard warning flashers 15 HD radio 160 HD radio refer to High Definition Radio 160 Head airbags 94 Headlamp control automatic 102 Headlamp flasher 65 Headlamps care refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure cleaning refer to Wiper system 66 cleaning tank refer to Capacities 226 filler neck for washer fluid 207 replacing bulbs 212 Head Light refer to Adaptive Head Light 103 Head res...

Page 242: ...nitor 89 refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 91 Info menu 17 Information on another location 134 on current position 134 on town city of destination 134 Information for navigation system 134 Information menu refer to i menu 17 Information on destination 135 Information service 192 Info sources 78 Initializing Flat Tire Monitor 90 radio refer to Storing stations 158 refer to Power failure 215 seat mirro...

Page 243: ...ge compartment capacity 226 emergency release 35 hotel function 33 increasing capacity Convertible 35 opening closing refer to Luggage compartment lid 34 opening from inside 34 opening from outside 34 opening with remote control 31 Luggage compartment lid 34 comfort access 38 emergency operation 34 emergency release 35 opening from inside 34 opening from outside 34 opening with remote control 31 3...

Page 244: ...of tires refer to Flat Tire Monitor 89 Monitor on off 56 Most recent mobile phone numbers 183 MP3 compressed audio files 165 Multifunction steering wheel refer to Buttons on steering wheel 11 Multifunction switch refer to Turn signals headlamp flasher 65 refer to Wiper system 66 Music tracks random play sequence 168 sampling scan 167 Mute on off 56 MW waveband 156 N Navigation 77 128 Navigation de...

Page 245: ...one book 186 Options 193 Orientation menu refer to Start menu 17 Outside air refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 109 Outside temperature display 75 changing unit of measure 85 Overview operating principle 17 radio control 152 screen display 20 P Panic mode 31 Park Distance Control PDC 86 Parked car operation 110 Parked car ventilation 110 Parked car ventilation activating activation ti...

Page 246: ...ceived calls 182 Reception quality 159 radio stations 159 regional station 157 Reception quality of mobile phone refer to Status information 20 Rechargeable flashlight 113 Recirculated air mode refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 109 Recirculation of air refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 109 Reclining seat refer to Seats 49 Recording times refer to Stopwatch 83 Redial for...

Page 247: ...y belt tensioners refer to Safety belts 53 Safety systems ABS Antilock Brake System 87 airbags 94 driving stability control systems 87 rollover protection system Convertible 96 safety belts 53 Safety tires refer to Run flat tires 204 Satellite radio 162 enabling channels 162 selecting channel 163 storing channel 163 SAT with radio 152 162 Save current destination 138 Scan music tracks on CD 167 st...

Page 248: ...ivation 65 Sill panel lighting refer to Interior lamps 104 Sitting safely 48 with airbags 48 with head restraints 48 with safety belts 48 Ski bag 116 Sliding tilt roof refer to Glass sunroof electric with raise function 41 Slope assistant refer to Starting assistant 121 SMG Sequential Manual Transmission 61 acceleration assistant 65 breaking in 120 Dynamic Driving Control 64 gear display 62 kick d...

Page 249: ...r 152 radio 152 Swiveling headlamps refer to Adaptive Head Light 103 Symbols 4 indicator and warning lamps 13 navigation system 147 status information 20 traffic information with navigation system 144 T Tachometer 75 Tail lamps 214 replacing bulbs 214 Tank capacity also refer to Capacities 226 fuel tank capacity 198 Target cursor for navigation 133 Technical alterations refer to For your own safet...

Page 250: ...7 selecting with CD 166 Track width refer to Dimensions 224 Traction assist feature refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 88 Traction control refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 88 Traffic congestion displaying traffic information 144 refer to Bypassing route sections 144 Traffic information for navigation depiction in route map 146 displaying 145 during destination guidance 147 symbols 147 Tr...

Page 251: ...52 fuel tank refer to Capacities 226 luggage compartment 226 mobile phone 180 setting speed dependent 154 voice instructions 144 windshield cleaning system refer to Capacities 226 Volume adjustment in audio mode front to rear 154 right left 154 W Warning lamps refer to Indicator and warning lamps 13 Warning messages refer to Check Control 80 Warning triangle 217 Warranty and Service Guide Booklet ...

Page 252: ...r navigation system 138 Wood decoration refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Word matching principle for navigation 139 Working in the engine compartment 206 Wrenches screwdrivers refer to Onboard tool kit 212 X Xenon lamps 212 replacing bulbs 212 Y Your individual vehicle programmable buttons on steering wheel 55 settings refer to Personal Profile 29 Z Zoom with BMW Night Vision 101 Online E...

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