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Summary of Contents for 2007 M3

Page 1: ...The Ultimate Driving Machine Owner s Manual for Vehicle courtesy of M3POST com Contents A toZ Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

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Page 3: ...rtant data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW M3 s unique range of technical features The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW M3 throughout an extended ser vice life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa tion Bookle...

Page 4: ...rpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 014 699 US English XI 07 07 09 500 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ...Climate 96 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 108 Things to remember when driving Navigation 116 Starting the navigation system 118 Destination entry 131 Destination guidance 140 What to do if Entertainment 144 On off and settings 148 Radio 154 Satellite radio 157 CD player and CD changer 163 AUX In port 164 USB audio interface Communications 170 Telephoning 185 BMW Assist Mobility 194 Re...

Page 6: ...sely 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 special equipment country spe ...

Page 7: ...le per formed only by your BMW center or at a work shop that works according to BMW repair pro cedures with correspondingly trained personnel If this work is not carried out prop erly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Parts and accessories For your own safety use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW a...

Page 8: ...y the following warran ties New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian mod...

Page 9: ...and Recalls may call 1 800 333 0510 toll free from anywhere in Canada or 1 613 993 9851 from the Ottawa region and from other countries or contact Transport Canada by mail at Transport Can ada ASFAD Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa ON K1A 0N5 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www tc gc ca courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 4...

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Page 11: ...iarize 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 courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...r mirrors in and out 46 3 Adjusting exterior mirrors automatic curb monitor 46 1 Opening and closing windows 37 4 Parking lamps low beams 86 Low beams 86 Automatic headlamp control 86 Adaptive Head Light 87 courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...about the vehicle 65 Instrument lighting 88 7 Windshield wipers 57 Rain sensor 58 8 Switching the ignition on off and starting stopping the engine 54 Telephone Press accepting and ending a call starting dialing selected phone numbers Redialing if no phone number is selected Press longer redialing Volume Changing radio station Selecting music track Scrolling through phone book and lists with stored...

Page 14: ... temperature 61 Indicator and warning lamps 70 7 Display for Computer 62 Date of next scheduled service and remaining distance to be driven 66 Odometer and trip odometer 61 Checking oil level 203 Settings and information 65 There is a Check Control message 70 8 Fuel gauge 62 9 Resetting the trip odometer 61 courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 15: ...ormation e g on the cause of a malfunction and on how to respond via Check Control refer to page 70 In urgent cases this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps notify you that certain functions are active Parking lamps low beams 86 High beams headlamp flasher 88 Parking brake applied 55 MDrive 88 M Dy...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 Around the center console controls and displays courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ...troller 16 Can be turned pressed or moved horizon tally in four directions 19 Opening start menu on Control Display 17 20 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 76 21 Electronic Damper Control EDC 78 22 M Engine Dynamics Control POWER 56 23 Drive for navigation DVD 116 24 Programmable memory keys 21 25 Switching audio sources on off and adjust ing volume 144 26 Drive for audio CD 144 Air distribution to th...

Page 18: ...ibed in connection with the relevant equipment Controls 1 Control Display 2 button Opening start menu 3 Controller The controller can be used to select menu items and to adjust settings Move in four directions arrow 4 Turn arrow 5 Push arrow 6 Operate the controller only when traffic and road conditions allow this to avoid endangering the car s occupants and other road users by being distracted co...

Page 19: ... Tone and display settings M settings Settings for your vehicle e g for the central locking system Display of service requirements and dates for statutory inspections Settings for telephone Operating principle As of radio readiness the following message appears on the Control Display To hide the message Press the controller The start menu is displayed The message is automatically hidden after appr...

Page 20: ... Navigation Entertainment and Climate without having to press the button To do so move the controller in the corre sponding direction and hold it for more than approx 2 seconds Displays in menu 1 Each menu is subdivided into fields The active field is highlighted 2 A symbol indicates the start menu item last selected 1 Menu items are usually grouped in horizon tal or vertical lists 2 In these list...

Page 21: ...s in white can be selected by highlighting them 2 Activating a menu item Press the controller New menu items are displayed or the function is executed 3 Selecting a menu item refer to 1 4 Switching between fields Briefly move the controller to the left right forward or backward Release the controller The active field is brighter in color 5 Adjusting settings Turn the controller Graphic display num...

Page 22: ...mobile phone is paired with the vehicle Reception strength of mobile phone network display depending on mobile phone 6 Time Other displays Status information is temporarily hidden during Check Control message displays or entries via the voice command system Assistance window Additional information can be displayed in the assistance window The computer or the trip computer The arrow or map view in ...

Page 23: ...s is stored for the remote control currently in use Storing functions Navigation destinations 1 Select the navigation destination e g in the destination list or address book 2 Press the key longer than 2 seconds Special features If destination guidance and the map view have been started the current destination is stored If the destination is entered via map the coordinates in the cross hairs are s...

Page 24: ...uching the keys with an object such as a pen will not work Displaying brief information Touch the key The key assignment is displayed Navigation destination Entertainment source Telephone phone number Not assigned Displaying detailed information Touch the key for a longer period Clearing key assignments 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select S...

Page 25: ... that the spoken commands can be identified Selecting the language for iDrive refer to page 73 Symbols in the Owner s Manual Saying commands Activating voice command system 1 Press the button on the steering wheel This symbol on the Control Display and an acoustic signal indicate that the voice command system is ready to receive spo ken commands 2 Say the command The command appears on the Control...

Page 26: ...ing up functions immediately via short commands Short commands enable you to perform certain functions immediately irrespective of which menu item is selected refer to page 225 Opening the start menu Example selecting a track 1 If necessary switch on entertainment audio output 2 Press the button on the steering wheel Options Help Radio on or Turn radio on Main menu 3 Entertainment The system says ...

Page 27: ...me applies to spelling when entering a destina tion for navigation Always speak the commands in the lan guage of the voice command system When selecting a radio station use the standard 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 roof closed to preve...

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Page 29: ...ide you with information for complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 30: ...rsonal Profile The concept You can set many of your BMW s functions to suit your personal needs and preferences Without any action on your part Personal Pro file ensures that most of these settings are stored for the remote control currently in use When you unlock the car the remote control used for the purpose is recognized and the set tings stored for it are called up and imple mented This means...

Page 31: ...ly engages and releases the locks on the following Doors Luggage compartment lid Fuel filler door Operating from outside Via the remote control Via the door lock In cars with convenient access via the handles on the driver s and front passen ger s doors The anti theft system is also operated at the same time It prevents the doors from being unlocked using the lock buttons or door han dles In addit...

Page 32: ... the inside without special knowledge Switching on interior lamps While the car is locked Press the button You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc Unlocking the luggage compartment lid Press the button for approx 1 second The luggage compartment lid opens a short distance regardless of whether it was locked or unlocked The luggage compartment lid swings backwar...

Page 33: ...he following FCC ID LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device must not cause harmful inter ference and This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void t...

Page 34: ... after driving The central locking system automati cally locks the vehicle as soon as you drive off 8 Press the controller The setting is selected The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Unlocking and opening doors Either unlock the doors together using the button for the central locking system and then pull the door handle above the armrest or pull on the door handle of eac...

Page 35: ... alarm will be triggered Switching off an alarm refer to page 34 Locking or unlocking separately The switch is located in the glove compartment 1 Locking the luggage compartment lid 2 Unlocking the luggage compartment lid Locking separately Push the switch in the direction of arrow 1 The luggage compartment lid is locked and cannot be unlocked using the central locking system If you give the remot...

Page 36: ... control even if the alarm system is armed refer to page 30 The lid is locked and monitored again as soon as it is closed Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation Press the button for at least three seconds To switch off the alarm press any button Switching off an alarm Unlock the car with the remote control refer to page 29 Insert the remote contro...

Page 37: ...et The vehicle detects the corre sponding remote control within the immediate vicinity or in the passenger compartment Convenient access supports the following functions Unlocking locking the vehicle Unlocking the luggage compartment lid separately Starting the engine Convenient closure Functional requirement The vehicle or the luggage compartment lid can only be locked when the vehicle detects th...

Page 38: ...malfunction due to local radio waves If this happens open or close the vehicle via the buttons on the remote con trol or using the integrated key To start the engine afterward insert the remote control into the ignition switch Warning lamps The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when you attempt to start the engine the engine cannot be started The remote control is not inside the veh...

Page 39: ...eopens slightly Despite the pinch protection system check and clear the window s travel path prior to closing it otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc tions such as thin objects and the window would continue closing Do not install any accessories that might inter fere with window movement Otherwise the pinch protection system could be impaired Closing without pi...

Page 40: ... position the closing movement is interrupted and the glass roof is opened again slightly Despite the pinch protection system check and clear the roof s travel path prior to closing it otherwise the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions such as very thin objects and the roof would con tinue closing Closing without pinch protection If there is an external danger press the...

Page 41: ...ility 5 Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard tool kit refer to page 209 into the opening provided Move the glass roof in the desired direction 6 Reinstall the control unit and reattach the lamp cover courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 42: ...remely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 83 Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx ear level Oth erwise there is an increased risk of injury in the event of a...

Page 43: ...l protection Thigh support Pull the lever and move the thigh support for ward or back Electrical adjustment Observe the adjustment instructions on page 40 to ensure the best possible per sonal protection 1 Longitudinal direction 2 Height 3 Angle 4 Backrest the head restraints are adjusted manually refer to Head restraints below Lumbar support You can also adjust the contour of the backrest to obta...

Page 44: ...e event of an accident Only remove a head restraint if no one will be sitting on the seat in question Reinstall the head restraint before transporting anyone on that seat Otherwise the passenger will be without protection from the head restraint Front seats Height adjustment To raise pull up To lower press the button arrow 1 and slide the head restraint down Removing 1 Pull up as far as it will go...

Page 45: ... injured and no objects are damaged Before driving off engage both seats and back rests so that they are locked in place Otherwise there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected movement Heated seats Press once for each temperature level Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature To switch off Press button longer If you continue driving within approx 15 minutes the seat heating is automatically...

Page 46: ... currently in use You can select the occasion on which the seat is reset to that position Call up when the vehicle is unlocked Call up when the driver s door is opened When this Personal Profile function is used first make sure that the footwell behind the driver s seat is free of obstacles Failure to do so could cause injury to persons or damage to objects as a result of a rearward movement of th...

Page 47: ...n the front passenger seat or if driver or front passenger unfasten their safety belts Damage to safety belts If the safety belts are damaged or stressed in an accident have the belt sys tem including any belt tensioners or child restraint systems replaced and the belt anchors checked Have this work done only by your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with co...

Page 48: ...s unlocked Manual adjustment The mirrors can also be adjusted manually press the edge of the glass Folding mirrors in and out At driving speeds up to approx 12 mph 20 km h you can fold the mirrors in and out by pressing button 3 This can be beneficial in nar row streets for example or for moving mirrors that were folded in by hand back out into their correct positions Mirrors that were folded in a...

Page 49: ...Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel position while the car is in motion otherwise there is a risk of accident due to an unexpected move ment 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seated posi tion 3 Swing the lever back up Do not use force to swing the lever back up otherwise the mechanism will be damaged Programmable buttons on the ...

Page 50: ...ss the button on the steering wheel If you have programmed Navigation voice instructions for one button Switch voice instructions on off Press the button for a longer period To repeat the last voice instruction Press the button briefly To cancel a voice instruction during an announcement Press the button briefly MDrive With MDrive you can configure several individ ual settings for your vehicle on ...

Page 51: ...he Control Display for the functions in MDrive are active Pressing the button again deactivates MDrive If the indicator lamp flashes after the but ton was pressed MDrive was unable to respond because the Antilock Brake System ABS or Dynamic Stability Control DSC are cur rently regulating driving stability Press the button again when the indicator lamp is no longer flashing You can change individua...

Page 52: ...amics Control refer to page 56 EDC Programs of the Electronic Damper Control EDC refer to page 78 5 Select the desired function 6 Press the controller 7 Turn the controller to select the desired set ting 8 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 53: ...er to page 84 Installing child restraint systems Observe the child restraint system man ufacturer s instructions when selecting installing and using child restraint systems Otherwise the protective effect may be dimin ished Standard child restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt section of a lap and shoulder belt Incorrectly or improperly installed child re...

Page 54: ...ised The anchor points for the lower LATCH anchors are located behind the labeled protec tive caps Child restraint system with tether strap Use the top tether anchors to secure child restraint systems only otherwise the anchors could be damaged For child restraint systems with tether straps there are two additional anchors see arrows Placement of the tether strap Make sure the upper retaining stra...

Page 55: ...Controls 53 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 5 Pull the retaining strap taut Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 56: ...on switches radio readiness or the ignition on or off When you press the start stop button and depress the clutch the engine starts Radio readiness Individual electrical consumers can operate The time and the outside temperature are dis played in the instrument cluster Radio readiness is switched off automatically When the remote control is removed from the ignition lock In cars with convenient ac...

Page 57: ...5 1 Depress the brake 2 Depress the clutch and shift to idle position 3 Press the start stop button The starter operates automatically for a certain time and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started To stop the starting procedure press the start stop button again Switching off the engine Always take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle When parking apply the parking ...

Page 58: ...y your vehicle should respond to movements of the accelerator Three pro grams are available to you Normal program In the Normal program the engine responds gently to accelerator movements which is ideal for city traffic or on snow for example Sport program The Sport program provides for a more spon taneous response of the engine to accelerator movements Sport Plus program In the Sport Plus program...

Page 59: ...e controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermost field Turn the controller until Lighting is selected and press the controller 6 Select Triple turn signal and press the controller Triple turn signaling is activated The setting is stored for the remote control cur rentl...

Page 60: ... a short time When the vehicle lighting system is switched on the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield If you do your vision could be obscured Antifreeze should therefore be added to the fluid refer to Washer fluid Do not use the washers when the washer fluid reservoir is empty otherwis...

Page 61: ...if current engine power output is insufficient If engine braking power is insufficient on a downhill grade the stored speed may be exceeded Increasing desired speed Repeatedly press the lever to the resistance point or beyond arrow 1 until the desired speed is reached Each time the lever is pressed lightly to the resistance point the desired speed is increased by approx 1 mph or 1 km h Each time t...

Page 62: ...ise control is not deactivated by depressing the accelerator pedal Once the accelerator pedal is released the stored speed is achieved again and maintained Resuming a speed stored beforehand Press the button arrow 4 The stored speed is resumed and maintained When the ignition is switched off the stored speed value is cleared and can no longer be called up Displays in the instrument cluster 1 Store...

Page 63: ...en the displayed temperature sinks to approx 377 36 a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up There is an increased risk of black ice Black ice can also form at temperatures above 377 36 You should there fore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads for example otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident Odometer and trip odometer Resetting trip odometer With the ignition switched on...

Page 64: ...hen you are driving in mountainous areas for example the indicator may fluctuate slightly Reserve Once the fuel level has fallen to the reserve zone a message briefly appears on the Control Display and the cruising range for the remaining amount of fuel is displayed on the computer Under a cruising range of approx 30 miles 50 km the message remains in the Control Dis play Refuel as soon as possibl...

Page 65: ...ou can also call up the computer via iDrive for operating 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 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermost field Turn the controller until Car Data is selected and press the controller 4 Select Onboard info and press the con troller Estimated time of arrival at ...

Page 66: ... the controller 4 Select Trip computer and press the con troller Departure time Driving time Distance traveled Average speed Average fuel consumption Switching trip computer on off and resetting all values to zero 1 Select Set and press the controller 2 Select the desired menu item and press the controller Display options You can display the computer or the trip com puter in the assistance window ...

Page 67: ... display 66 Exiting displays The outside temperature reading and the time reappear when you press button 2 or if you make no entries within approx 15 seconds If required complete the current setting first Units of measure You can set units of measure iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the control...

Page 68: ... required can be read out from the remote control by your BMW Service Advisor For certain maintenance operations you can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the instrument cluster 1 Switch on the ignition refer to page 54 2 Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the display accompa nied by the words SER...

Page 69: ...roller until Status is selected and press the controller A list of selected maintenance operations and if applicable inspections required by law is dis played You can request more detailed information on every entry Select the entry and press the controller To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller Symbols No service is currently required The deadline for service or a legally...

Page 70: ... 207 Clock The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use refer also to Personal Profile on page 28 Setting the time In the instrument cluster To set the 12h 24h format refer to Setting the 12h 24h format below 1 Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the display accompa nied by the time and the word SET 2 Press butt...

Page 71: ...troller 9 Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller The system accepts the new time Switching on the hour signal You will hear three tones just before each full hour Select Hour memo and press the controller The hour signal is activated Setting the 12h 24h format 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and...

Page 72: ... the controller to make the adjustment 7 Press the controller to apply the setting The next setting is highlighted 8 Make the remaining adjustments After the last adjustment the date is stored Setting the date format 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 Turn the controller until Time Date is select...

Page 73: ...g Check Control messages Press the button in the turn indicator lever Some Check Control messages are displayed until the malfunctions have been rectified They cannot be hidden If several malfunctions occur at the same time they are displayed in succes sion They are marked with the symbol shown here Other messages are automatically hidden after approx 20 seconds but are kept in memory They are mar...

Page 74: ...e con troller To exit the display Select and press the controller Speed limit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message will indicate when you reach this speed This enables you for example to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area After the warning you are only alerted to reach ing this speed a second time if your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least 3 mph ...

Page 75: ...Altering settings Language on the Control Display The language of the Control Display can be set The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 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 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermos...

Page 76: ...Everything under control 74 until Brightness is selected and press the controller 5 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 77: ...an interval tone As the dis tance between vehicle and object decreases the intervals between the tones become shorter If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft 30 cm then a contin uous tone sounds An interval tone is interrupted after approx 3 seconds if you stop in front of an object that has been detected by only one of the corner sensors if you are driving parallel to a ...

Page 78: ...s increased The ABS is operational every time you start the engine Braking safely refer to page 110 Electronic brake force distribution The system controls the brake pressure in the rear wheels to ensure stable braking behavior Brake assist When you apply the brakes rapidly this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost and thus helps to achieve the short est possible braking d...

Page 79: ...and press the controller 6 Select M Dynamic Mode and press the controller S Deactivating MDM Press the button on the steering wheel again the MDM indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster goes out For better control The indicator lamp goes out briefly after the engine is started If the indicator lamp lights up M Dynamic Mode is activated The indicator lamp lights up perma nently and the DSC indica...

Page 80: ...lso set and call up your preferred program via MDrive refer to page 48 Drive off assistant The drive off assistant enables you to drive off smoothly on uphill gradients It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this 1 Hold the car in place by depressing the brake 2 Release the brake and drive off without delay The drive off assistant holds the car in place for approx 2 seconds after the bra...

Page 81: ...le snow chains are attached Using the button in the center console 1 Start the engine but do not start driving 2 Press the button for approx 4 seconds until the warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up yellow Warning lamp refer to Indi cation of a flat tire on page 80 The message Initializing FTM appears on the Control Display for several seconds 3 Start to drive Initialization is complete...

Page 82: ...ssure has been corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed reset the system System limitations TPM cannot warn you in advance of sud den severe tire damage caused by out side influences The system does not work correctly if it has not been reset for example a flat tire may be indi cated even though the tire inflation pressures are correct The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire if...

Page 83: ...can be interrupted at any time When driving resumes the reset is continued automati cally The indicator lamp goes out after the system reset is completed Via iDrive For operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button The start menu is called up 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 If necessary ...

Page 84: ...for example Check the tire inflation pressure and reset the system refer to page 81 Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure 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 ...

Page 85: ...s with increasing speed You can select between two programs Normal program Select the Normal program if you want com fort oriented steering e g in city traffic or when parking Sport program Select the Sport program if you want consis tently sporty steering Selecting a program You can set and call up your preferred pro gram via MDrive refer to page 48 Brake Force Display On the left normal braking ...

Page 86: ... on the sun visors Automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags An analysis of the impression in the front pas senger seat cushion determines whether and how the seat is occupied The front and side air bags for the front passenger are activated or deactivated by the system accordingly The indicator lamp above the interior rearview mirror shows the current status of the front passenger air...

Page 87: ...position is detected on the seat The front and side airbags for the front pas senger are activated The indicator lamp does not come on if the seat is empty The front and side airbags for the front pas senger are not activated Operational readiness of airbag system As of radio readiness refer to page 54 the warning lamp comes on briefly to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tension...

Page 88: ... g in a tunnel in twilight or if there is precipitation The Adap tive Head Light is active The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on You can also activate the daytime running lamps refer to page 87 In the situations described above the lamps then automatically switch from daytime running lamps to low beams The headlamps may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a bl...

Page 89: ... press the controller 7 Turn the controller to select the corre sponding duration 8 Press the controller to apply the setting The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Daytime running lamps The daytime running lamps light up in switch position 0 1 and 3 They are less powerful than the low beams Activating deactivating daytime running lamps iDrive for operating principle refer ...

Page 90: ...ht is malfunctioning or has failed Have the system checked as soon as possible High beams roadside parking lamps 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps Roadside parking lamps left or right There is an additional option of switching on the lamps on the side of the car facing the road when parked Switching on After parking the vehicle press the lever up or down beyond the pressure ...

Page 91: ...nd illuminate the ground in front of the doors To avoid draining the battery all lamps inside the car are switched off about 8 minutes after the ignition is switched off refer to Start stop button on page 54 Switching interior lamps on off manually Interior lamps front and rear To switch on and off press the button To switch off the interior lamps footwell lamps entry lamps and courtesy lamps per ...

Page 92: ... 9 Automatic recirculated air control AUC Recirculated air mode 10 Temperature adjustment right hand side of passenger compartment 11 Residual heat 12 Defrosting windows and removing conden sation 13 Switching cooling function on off manually 14 Rear window defroster 15 Air grill for interior temperature sensor please keep clear and unobstructed The current setting for the air distribution is dis ...

Page 93: ...stments to manual air distribution You can set the rate of incoming airflow for manual air distribution iDrive for operating 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 Vent settings and press the con troller 4 Select the desired field 5 Turn the controller to set the air distribution 1 Airflow directed toward ...

Page 94: ...air flow rate manually Press the left side of the button to reduce airflow Press the right side of the button to increase it You can reactivate the automatic mode for the air flow rate with the AUTO button The air flow rate may be reduced or the blower may be switched off entirely to save on battery power The display remains the same Switching the system on off With the blower at its lowest settin...

Page 95: ...ce and conden sation from the windshield and front side windows Switch on the cooling function as well Switching cooling function on off The cooling function cools and dehumidifies the incoming air before reheating it as required according to the temperature setting This function is only available while the engine is running The cooling function helps prevent condensa tion on the windows or remove...

Page 96: ...m can also be switched on and off directly Due to its high power consumption it should not be switched on twice in a row without driv ing in between to allow the battery to recharge The air emerges from the air vents for the upper body area in the instrument panel The air vents must therefore be open The parked car ventilation system is operated via iDrive Switching on off directly iDrive for oper...

Page 97: ... 9 Make the remaining adjustments After the last adjustment the time is stored Activating switch on times 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 automatic climate control display lights up The symbol on the automatic climate control display flashes when the system has switched on The par...

Page 98: ... the original hand held transmitter you can assume that the radio remote control device will be compatible with the integrated universal remote control For additional information please contact your BMW center or call 1 800 355 3515 You can also obtain information on the Internet at www bmwusa com or www homelink com HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc Programming 1 Memory b...

Page 99: ...k your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled device 2 Program the integrated universal remote control as described above in the section 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 device to be set After step 4 you have approx 30 seconds for step 5 5 Press the programmed mem...

Page 100: ...d steering 12 to 15 seconds setting the language Setting compass zones Set the compass zone corresponding to your vehicle s geographic location so that the com pass can function correctly refer to the world map with compass zones To set the compass zone press the adjustment button for approx 3 4 seconds The number of the compass zone set is shown in the display To change the zone setting briefly p...

Page 101: ...ur vehicle Setting the language You can set the language of the display Press the adjustment button for approx 12 13 seconds Briefly press the adjustment button again to switch between English E and German O The setting is automatically saved after approx 10 seconds Roller sun blind Tap the button in the center console to raise or lower the roller sun blind Glove compartment Opening Pull the handl...

Page 102: ... such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over the car s loudspeaker system AUX In port refer to page 163 USB audio interface refer to page 164 Storagecompartmentsinside the vehicle Depending on your vehicle s equipment you will find compartments beside the steering col umn in the front doors and in the center con sole There are netson the front seat backrests Storage compartments in the r...

Page 103: ...ders in the rear console Press the button to open Before folding down the rear seat back rest or using the transport bag remove all containers from the cup holder and close it Do not place objects into the cup holder and use force to close it Do not use the cup holder as a grab handle Ashtray front Opening Push the ridge on the cover Emptying Lift out the insert Lighter With the engine running or ...

Page 104: ... insert plugs of unsuitable shape or size Cigarette lighter socket To access the socket take the cigarette lighter out of the socket Socket in the center armrest External audio device refer to page 100 Socket in the cargo bay Open the cap Through loading system Opening 1 To release the rear seat backrest pull the corresponding lever in the cargo bay 2 The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for ward...

Page 105: ... the floor panel Do not exceed the maximum permissible load of 55 lbs 25 kg for the storage com partment under the floor panel otherwise dam age could result Press the floor panel up and secure it with the catch Lashing eyes You will find lashing eyelets in the cargo bay for securing luggage items with nets or tensioning straps refer to page 112 Ski bag The ski bag is designed for safe clean trans...

Page 106: ...f heavy brak ing or sudden swerving To store the ski bag perform the steps described for loading in reverse order Removing the ski bag The ski bag can be completely removed e g for faster drying or to allow you to use other inserts 1 Fold down the center panel in the rear seat backrest 2 Pull the handle arrow 1 3 Pull out the insert arrow 2 For more information on the various inserts available con...

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Page 109: ...Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 110: ...irst 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of approx 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors Drive cautiously during this break in period Clutch The function of the clutch reaches its optimal level only after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km During this break in period engage the clutch gently Follo...

Page 111: ...ion on a race track can lead to increased wear The BMW M3 is not designed for use in competitive motorsports This wear is not covered by the vehicle war ranty General driving notes Clearance Mind the limited clearance of the BMW M3 e g when driving into underground parking garages or over obstacles If equipped with EDC select the Sport program refer to page 78 when driving off curbs to keep clear ...

Page 112: ...ry the pads and rotors to ensure that full braking efficiency will then be available when you need it Hills To prevent overheating and the resulting reduced efficiency of the brake system drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear in which the least braking is required Even light but consistent brake pressure can lead to high temperatures brake wear and possibly even brake failure You can ...

Page 113: ...he combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kilograms or YYY pounds 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the YYY amount equals 1 400 lbs and there will be five 150 lb pas sengers in your vehicle the amount of avail able cargo a...

Page 114: ...den swerves etc and endanger the occu pants Roof mounted luggage rack A luggage rack mounted on the roof changes vehicle aerodynamics and han dling Exercise restraint when driving with a roof mounted luggage rack to avoid the risk of an accident A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW Comply with the directions given in the installation instructions Mounting points The mountin...

Page 115: ...Reference At a glance Controls Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Drive smoothly Avoid sudden acceleration and braking maneuvers Take corners gently Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

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Page 117: ...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 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 118: ...e drive 2 Remove the DVD If the DVD is not ejected the drive may be blocked In this case a message will appear 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 even if you change to another applica tion 1 Move the controller to the right to enter the assistance window 2 Press the controll...

Page 119: ...lected and press the controller 5 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermost field Turn the controller until Languages is selected and press the controller 6 Select Arrow display pop up instructions and press the controller The arrow view is displayed in the assis tance window Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 120: ...traffic regulations in the event of any contradiction between traffic and road condi tions and the instructions issued by the naviga tion system Otherwise vehicle occupants and other road users may be endangered Opening navigation iDrive for operating 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...

Page 121: ...country dis played and press the controller The list of available countries appears on the display 2 Select the country of destination and press the controller At least the town city of the destination or its zip code must be entered in order to start the des tination guidance Entering destination by town city name 1 Select Town City or the town city dis played and press the controller 2 Select th...

Page 122: ... troller To enter spaces Select the symbol and press the con troller To delete individual numbers or letters Move the controller towards the right to select and press the controller To delete all numbers or letters Move the controller toward the right to select and press the controller for a longer period 3 Select the zip code and press the controller The corresponding destination is displayed 4 M...

Page 123: ...elongs to another suburb for example 1 Move the highlightmarker to the uppermost field The arrow is selected 2 Turn the controller to the right until you see a request to enter a street in the country then press the controller 3 Switch to the second field from the top and enter the street Entering a house number You can enter any house number stored for the street on the navigation DVD 1 Select Ho...

Page 124: ...uses The system can suggest up to 20 destina tions that meet your entries Up to 6 entries at a time appear on the Control Display The town city can also be selected from the list via iDrive Turn the controller until the destination is selected and press the controller Entering the destination as an entire word The names of towns cities and streets located in the region in which the language of the...

Page 125: ...as individual digits Starting destination guidance Destination guidance starts immediately Storing destinations Destinations are added to the destination list or can be stored in the address book Map guided destination selection If you only know the location of the town or street of destination you can enter the destina tion using a map You can use the cross hairs to select the destination on the ...

Page 126: ...ms are displayed 6 Select the desired menu item Start route guidance starts destination guidance Show current position places your current position at the center of the map Show destination position places the current destination at the center of the map Return to map changes back to the Input map Exit the menu 7 Press the controller The map for destination entry can also be called up in the map d...

Page 127: ...ntroller To establish a telephone connection Select the symbol and press the con troller To display additional destinations Select the symbol and press the controller To start a new search Select the symbol and press the con troller To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller Symbols in the map display If you select the hotel category for example and start a search hotels appea...

Page 128: ... Start guidance and press the con troller Editing destination list 1 Select the desired destination from the des tination list and press the controller 2 The selected destination can be edited To store the entry Select Add to address book To display information on the destina tion Select Information on destination To delete the entry Select Delete entry To delete all entries Select Delete list The...

Page 129: ... the top Turn the controller until New address is selected and press the control ler 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 ally page 118 4 Select Store in address book and press the controller You can also enter your current position into the address book if you have left the area covered ...

Page 130: ...highlight marker to the uppermost field Turn the controller until Delete data is selected and press the controller 6 Select Delete address book and press the controller 7 Select Yes and press the controller Home address You can store your current position or the cur rent destination as the home address in the address book This entry occupies the second position in the address book Storing home add...

Page 131: ...nd press the control ler 2 Move the highlight marker to the third field from the top Turn the controller until Route preference is selected and press the controller The various criteria are shown on the Con trol Display 3 Select a route criterion for the route With highways Highways and major traffic arteries are given priority Avoid highways Highways are avoided as far as possible Fast route Fast...

Page 132: ...as the basis for instant response The benefits for you include Names of towns entered may differ from the official versions if you are using a spelling that is customary in another country Example Instead of the German spelling München you can also enter the English spelling Munich or the Italian spelling Monaco When you are entering the names of towns and streets the system will complete them aut...

Page 133: ...s or a map dis play on the Control Display Destination guidance can also be started in the arrow or map display Select the symbol and press the controller During destination guidance you can operate other equipment items at any time via iDrive You will be notified in time of any necessary change of direction by means of spoken instructions and the display of the direction arrows Via programmable m...

Page 134: ...he highlight marker to the fourth field from the top Turn the controller until Arrow display is selected and press the controller The arrow display is shown 1 Switching voice instructions on off 2 Selecting route criteria 3 Starting stopping destination guidance 4 Arrow to destination as the crow flies 5 Distance to the next change of direction 6 Current location 7 Direction of travel Outline of a...

Page 135: ...ection 4 Displaying the menu in which the informa tion last selected can be shown hidden refer to Selecting destination using infor mation page 124 5 Changing map display Map facing north Map direction of travel Perspective 6 Changing route criteria 7 Calling up traffic information manually 8 Arrow to destination as the crow flies The projected time of arrival and distance to the destination is di...

Page 136: ...voice instructions on off Voice instructions can be switched on or off during the destination guidance in the arrow or map display 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 cont...

Page 137: ... the original route 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Move the highlight marker to 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 i...

Page 138: ... traffic information manually During destination guidance During destination guidance traffic information can be displayed 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 destination guidance traffic information items along the planned route are indicated by yellow diamonds T...

Page 139: ...e traffic information icons are shown in the map display up to a scale of 100 miles 200 km The highlighting of the stretch corresponding to the traffic report and the icons for the type of event as described below are displayed and hidden This depends on the selected scale Displaying detailed traffic information Select a traffic information item from the list and press the controller To exit from ...

Page 140: ... traffic obstruction The last possible detour exit is indicated just before you reach it Traffic event displayed with map scales larger than 5 miles 10 km arrow points in relevant direction of travel There are several traffic events Switch to a smaller map scale to show more detail Traffic light failure Roadworks General traffic obstruction Transport of hazardous load Vehicle on wrong carriageway ...

Page 141: ...xtent of the traffic obstruction the calculated route may lead through the traffic obstruction Displaying current position You can have your current position displayed even when the destination guidance is switched off 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Move the highlight marker to the fourth field from the top Turn the controller until Cur rent position is selected and press the cont...

Page 142: ...town area can be determined for the city or town entered Enter any street or a destination such as the railway station in the selected town and then start the destination guid ance 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 ca...

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Page 145: ...ertainment Operation of the radio CD equipment and external audio devices as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter Entertainment Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 146: ...to page 16 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 SAT satellite radio CD CD player or changer AUX AUX In port USB audio interface Set depending on the audio source other adjustments can be made e g with the radio update station with strongest reception store station tone control ...

Page 147: ...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 The tone settings can also be selected if you have called up Entertainment in the start menu Select Set and then Tone pressing the controller after each selection Treble and bass 1 Select Treble Bass and press the con troller 2 Move the controller ...

Page 148: ... or Theater 3 Press the controller LOGIC7 spatial sound is switched on To switch off the spatial sound effect Select Off and press the controller LOGIC7 and the LOGIC7 logo are registered trade marks of Lexicon Inc a company of the Harman International Group Individual High End Audio System You can choose between stereo and multichan nel playback surround 1 Select Surround Settings and press the c...

Page 149: ...tings You can reset all tone settings to the default setting 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 Select Audio and press the controller 5 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermost field Turn the controller until Reset is selected and press the con troller 6 In vehicles equipped with t...

Page 150: ... the controller Buttons on the CD player Press the button for the corre sponding direction The system switches to the next displayed sta tion You can also change the station with the but tons on the steering wheel refer to page 11 Changing selection criteria In addition to the stations currently displayed you can have stations with another selection criterion displayed You can choose from the foll...

Page 151: ...ess the but ton for the corresponding direction for an extended time To stop scanning press the button again Selecting the frequency manually With Manual you can select stations that can be received in addition to those displayed 1 Select FM or AM and press the control ler 2 Move the highlight marker to the second field from the top 3 Select Manual and press the controller 4 Turn the controller to...

Page 152: ...ontroller Presets is displayed 6 Turn the controller until the desired mem ory location is selected 7 Press the controller The station is stored The channels of the last selection criterion are displayed once again after a short time With the ignition at radio readiness or beyond the stations are stored for the remote control currently in use Via programmable memory keys You can store a station on...

Page 153: ...displayed 3 Select RDS and press the controller RDS is activated The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use High Definition Radio Many stations transmit analog and digital sig nals You can receive these stations digitally for improved sound quality A digital radio network must be available to be able to receive digital stations Switching digital radio reception on off iDrive fo...

Page 154: ...y 4 Change to the next program of the digital station using the buttons on the radio or steering wheel You can store a station refer to page 150 Updating digitally receivable stations If on a longer journey you move out of the reception range of the stations originally received you can update the list of stations received with the strongest signals 1 Select FM or AM and press the control ler 2 Mov...

Page 155: ...ty 1 Select the station and press the controller 2 Select Details and press the controller The information is displayed When you change to another digitally received station any additional information is displayed after a brief interruption Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 156: ...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 enable the channel Dial the phone number Disabling...

Page 157: ...d 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 and...

Page 158: ...corre sponding direction The system switches to the next enabled chan nel Notes When more than 4 seconds go by and no signal is received a message appears on the Control Display Under some circumstances e g depend ing on environmental or topographic con ditions it may not be possible to receive any signal The satellite radio cannot influence this A signal may not be available in tunnels or undergr...

Page 159: ...ve iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment 3 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermost field Select CD and press the controller 4 If necessary move the highlight marker to the second field from the top On cars with a CD changer select CD and press the controller to start the ...

Page 160: ...keys You can store a CD compartment of the CD changer on the programmable memory keys to start the CD changer refer to page 21 Selecting a track Buttons on the CD player Press the button for the appropriate direction as often as necessary until the desired track is reached The track is displayed on the Control Display You can also change the track with the buttons on the steering wheel refer to pa...

Page 161: ...pling tracks Scan All tracks on the current CD are automatically sampled once in succession 1 Select Set and press the controller Other menu items are displayed 2 Select Scan and press the controller Stop sampling 1 Press the controller 2 Select Scan and press the controller Track sampling is interrupted and the selected track is played on Compressed audio files 1 Select the current track and pres...

Page 162: ... selected track select Repeat track and press the controller To repeat all the tracks in the current directory select Repeat directory and press the controller Stop repeating 1 Press the controller 2 Select Repeat track or Repeat directory and press the controller Random play sequence The tracks on the current CD are played once each in random order 1 Select Set and press the controller Other menu...

Page 163: ...and hold the button for the corresponding direction The tracks can be heard but reproduction is distorted CD magazine The BMW CD changer for six CDs is behind the left side panel in the cargo bay Removing the CD magazine To insert or remove CDs from the CD magazine you must first remove it from the CD changer 1 Push the cover to one side arrow 1 2 Press the button arrow 2 The CD magazine is ejecte...

Page 164: ...been inserted correctly Humidity High levels of humidity can lead to condensa tion on the CD DVD or the laser s scan lens and temporarily prevent playback Malfunctions with individual CDs DVDs If malfunctions only occur with individual CDs DVDs one of the following factors may be the cause Self recorded CDs DVDs Possible reasons for malfunctions with self recorded CDs DVDs are e g inconsistent dat...

Page 165: ...port of the external device to the AUX in port Starting audio playback The audio device must be switched on iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment 3 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermost field Turn the controller until AUX is selected and press the con troller 4 Select A...

Page 166: ...USB device To connect the device use the included flexible adapter cable to protect the USB interface and your USB device against physical damage To play audio tracks over the vehicle s loud speaker system connect the USB device to port 2 After the device is connected for the first time the information on all tracks e g artist type of music and the playlists are transferred from the USB device to ...

Page 167: ...Selecting a track You can call up the tracks using the playlists and information With USB devices you can also call up tracks using the file directory The tracks can be displayed if they have been stored in the Latin alphabet 1 Make your selection e g Playlists or Art ists and press the controller 2 Select a track and press the controller Displaying information about the track Any information abou...

Page 168: ...ce to extreme environmental conditions e g very high temperatures refer to the operating instructions of the audio device Otherwise the audio device may become damaged which could compromise safety while driving Depending on the configuration of the audio files e g bit rates greater than 256 KBit s the files may not play back correctly in every case Notes on connecting The USB audio interface acts...

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Page 172: ... precautions and informa tion we request that you direct your particular attention to the following Only make entries when the traffic situa tion allows you to do so Do not hold the mobile phone in your hand while you are driving use the hands free system instead If you do not observe this precaution your being dis tracted can endanger vehicle occupants and other road users Suitable mobile phones ...

Page 173: ...ile phone some default settings may be necessary for the mobile phone e g using the following menu items Bluetooth switched on Connection without confirmation Reconnection Depending on the mobile phone type the power saving mode setting for example may result in a paired mobile phone not being detected by the vehicle For pairing purposes define any number as the Bluetooth passkey e g 1 This Blue t...

Page 174: ...sages first on the mobile phone display or on the iDrive requesting you to enter the same Bluetooth passkey previously determined by you 12 Enter the Bluetooth passkey Depending on the mobile phone you will have approx 30 seconds to enter your Bluetooth passkey on the mobile phone and the Control Display 13 Move the highlight marker to the third field from the top select Confirm passkey and press ...

Page 175: ...nternet at www bmw com Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile phone and vehicle match The same Blue tooth passkey must be entered on the mobile phone s display and via iDrive Did it take you more than 30 seconds to enter the Bluetooth passkey Only a limited number of devices can be connected with the mobile phone If neces sary delete connections with other devices Is the mobile phone no longer re...

Page 176: ...The selected mobile phone moves up one posi tion on the list Unpairing the mobile phone from the vehicle Should you no longer wish to operate a mobile phone via the vehicle you can delete the mobile phone s pairing data iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Switch off the mobile phone 2 Press the button to call up the start menu 3 Press the controller to open the menu 4 Select Settings...

Page 177: ... menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Bluetooth and press the controller 5 Move the highlight marker to the second field from the top select Settings and press the controller 6 Select Bluetooth communication active and press the controller to activate or deac tivate the link The Bluetooth link is activated The Bluetooth link is deactivated Adjusting volume Turn the knob during ...

Page 178: ...ce the volume of the hands free sys tem Requirements The mobile phone s pairing data are stored by the vehicle and the mobile phone is oper ational The engine is running or the ignition is switched on The mobile phone is recognized by the vehicle Calling up communication Many of the functions described below are con trolled using the Communication menu iDrive for operating principle refer to page ...

Page 179: ... person you are talking to the display of phone numbers must be enabled by your provider Via programmable memory keys You can store phone numbers on the program mable memory keys to call these numbers directly refer to page 21 Ending a call Press the button on the steering wheel Alternatively 1 Select the phone number and press the controller 2 End call is selected Press the controller Selecting a...

Page 180: ...n the Control Display 1 Select Phone and press the controller 2 Select A Z and press the controller 3 To limit the number of displayed entries select the initial letter of the desired entry and press the controller 4 Select the desired entry and press the con troller 5 Select Call and press the controller The system dials the number If different phone numbers are stored in the mobile phone under o...

Page 181: ...er 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 BMW Assist has not been enabled for you you can have several service numbers dis played BMW Roadside Assistance if you need help in the event of a breakdown BMW Service if you wish to schedule a ser vice appointment for example BMW Customer Relations for in...

Page 182: ...cted 3 Select the desired touch tone character and press the controller Each selection is transmitted immediately and is confirmed by a tone depending on the type of mobile phone you are using Switching between mobile phone and hands free system From mobile phone to hands free system You can continue ongoing calls outside of the vehicle s Bluetooth range via the hands free system as long as the en...

Page 183: ...s by announcements or questions The same prerequisites apply as for operation via iDrive refer to page 175 Symbols in the Owner s Manual Saying commands Activating the system 1 Briefly press the button on the steering wheel A sound signal indicates that you can say commands 2 Say the command Ending canceling operation by voice commands Press the button on the steering wheel or In dialogs where tex...

Page 184: ...mber can be repeated as often as you like Deleting phone numbers All digits entered up to this point are deleted Voice phone book The phone book entries can be called up auto matically from your mobile phone s memory Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established Redialing The Redial command calls up Redial Command Voice control response Dial number Plea...

Page 185: ...ver 2 Insert the snap in adapter in the front and press it downward until it engages To remove the snap in adapter Press area 1 Inserting mobile phone 1 If applicable remove the protective cap from the mobile phone s antenna connector so that the mobile phone can engage in the snap in adapter 2 With its buttons facing upward slide the mobile phone up towards the electrical con tact points and pres...

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Page 187: ... to the BMW Assist Response Center The BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you Automatic Collision Notification Under certain conditions a connection is established to the BMW Assist Response Center after a serious accident If possible the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you Enhanced Roadside Assistance You can call BMW Ro...

Page 188: ...arrangement of the switches and indi cator lamps varies slightly among vehicle equipment versions 2 Press the button for at least 2 seconds The BMW Assist Response Center will connect you with BMW Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller forwards to select Communication 3 If necessary ...

Page 189: ...r 5 If necessary move the highlight marker to the uppermost field Turn the controller until Service requirements is selected and press the controller 6 Select Auto Request and press the con troller Manual service notification You can transmit data regarding your vehicle s service status to your BMW center when you wish to arrange a service appointment 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2...

Page 190: ...u with BMW Customer Relations Concierge service When you call the BMW Assist Concierge you can obtain information about e g current events gas stations or hotels as well as receive the corresponding telephone numbers and addresses Many hotels can be booked directly through the BMW Assist Concierge service Concierge service requires additional enabling by the BMW Assist Response Center Calling the ...

Page 191: ...he services offered by BMW Assist change you will be notified In that event you may update the service functions 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 the controller 5 If necessary move the highlight marker ...

Page 192: ... unblock the services reactivate BMW Assist see below The contractual agreement is not affected by this Reactivate BMW Assist if necessary to log on again Activating BMW Assist BMW Assist must be activated to use the ser vices Requirements Make sure that the vehicle can determine its current location Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky Leave vehicle ignition switched on...

Page 193: ...lay If you open another menu the activation process continues in the background Displaying vehicle data When BMW Assist is activated the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle may be displayed 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select BMW Service settings and press the controller 5 If necessary mov...

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Page 195: ...aintain your car s mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and roadside assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 196: ...nt of a malfunction you can release the fuel filler door manually Open the quick release fasteners of the right hand side trim and remove the side trim 1 Remove the cover from the right hand side wall of the cargo bay 2 Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol The fuel filler door is released Observe the following when refueling When handling fuels follow the safety instructions provided at filling...

Page 197: ... composition additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels contain ing 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 workmanship The use of poor quality fuels may result in d...

Page 198: ...vides all the correct inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature The inflation pressures apply to the tire sizes approved and tire brands recom mended by BMW a list of these is available from your BMW center For correct identification of the right tire infla tion pressures observe the following Tire sizes for your vehicle Load conditions Maximum allowable driving speed...

Page 199: ... pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient temperature 235 40 R 18 M S 33 230 36 250 33 230 36 250 38 260 44 300 Front 245 40 ZR 18 33 230 33 230 39 270 Rear 265 40 ZR 18 35 240 35 240 44 300 Front 245 35 ZR 19 33 230 33 230 41 280 Rear 245 35 ZR 19 35 240 35 240 44 300 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 224...

Page 200: ...comparative rating based 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 government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use how ever and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia...

Page 201: ...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 When winter tires wear down past a tread depth of 1 6 in 4 mm they become perceptibly less suitable for winter conditions In the interest of safety new tires should be installed Wear indicators in the base of the tread groove are distributed around the tire s circumfe...

Page 202: ... combi nation again as soon as possible Wheels with Tire Pressure Monitor TPM electronics When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires or vice versa only use wheels with TPM electronics otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitor may not be able to detect a puncture refer to page 80 Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Recommended tire brands Certain makes of tire are recomme...

Page 203: ...er for more information Snow chains must be mounted in pairs and on the rear wheels only Observe the manufac turer s instructions when mounting snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph or 50 km h Ensure that the snow chains are sufficiently tensioned at all times If necessary retension as specified by the snow chain manufacturer Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if snow chains are mounted...

Page 204: ...t damage and related safety haz ards Hood Releasing Pull the lever Opening To avoid damage make sure that the wiper arms are against the windshield before you open the engine compartment Press the release handle and open the hood Closing Close the hood from a height of approx 20 in 50 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear otherwise...

Page 205: ...17 4 Filler neck for engine oil refer to Adding engine oil Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and driving conditions Checking oil level Your car is equipped with an electronic oil level monitor The oil level can be displayed when the engine is warm Continuous short distance travel or a very sporty driving style may make measure ment impossible Display in the instru...

Page 206: ... high Have the vehicle checked immedi ately otherwise the excess oil may lead to engine damage 5 A value cannot be read at this time The engine is not yet warm Quick measurement In addition to the automatic measurement you can also determine the current oil level manu ally e g after adding engine oil but such mea surements are less accurate 1 Park the vehicle with a warm engine i e after an uninte...

Page 207: ... oil level too high Have the vehicle checked immedi ately otherwise the excess oil may lead to engine damage Please observe recalculated service inter val for engine oil Do not add engine oil Before resuming your trip note the newly calculated distance remaining to the next oil service refer to page 66 Have the system checked as soon as possible Adding engine oil Do not add 1 US quart 1 liter of e...

Page 208: ...ill be glad to rec ommend an optimal oil Coolant Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot Escaping coolant can cause burns Coolant consists of half water and half 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 Because additives are harmful t...

Page 209: ...ons Service data in the remote control Your vehicle continuously stores service requirement information in the remote control while you are driving Your BMW Service Advi sor can read out this data from the remote con trol unit and propose an optimized mainte nance approach Whenever you take your car in for servicing you should therefore hand your BMW Service Advisor the remote control unit that yo...

Page 210: ...e misfiring can quickly lead to serious damage of emissions related components especially the catalytic converter The warning lamp comes on if the gas cap is not properly tightened and the OBD system assumes that fuel vapor is escaping If the gas cap is then tightened the warning lamp should go out within a few days Event data recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev eral measuring o...

Page 211: ... as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb s surface and reduce its service life Use a clean tissue cloth or something similar or hold the bulb by its base You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your BMW center Only change bulbs while they are cool to the touch otherwise you could suffer burns When working on electrical systems always begin by switching off the co...

Page 212: ...rol out of the ignition lock 2 Remove the upper cover from the head lamp To do so use a screwdriver to press the catches towards the rear see arrows and pull the cover forward and out Follow the same steps in reverse order to reat tach the cover Be careful when installing the cover oth erwise leaks could occur and cause dam age to the headlamp system Parking lamps and roadside parking lamps daytim...

Page 213: ...s W16W bulb 16 watts The tail lamps are divided in two parts One part is in the luggage compartment lid the other is in the fender 1 Turn signal 2 Roadside parking lamp tail lamp LED 3 Backup lamp 4 Brake lamp consisting of two individual bulbs 5 Two stage brake lamp 6 Roadside parking lamp tail lamp LED If the bulbs 2 and 6 malfunction please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works accor...

Page 214: ...t your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Repairing a flat tire with the M Mobility System To repair a flat tire your BMW M3 includes an M Mobility System With this system you can apply a sealant to the inside of the tire to seal the damaged section restore the tire inflation pressure and continue on your trip Safety measu...

Page 215: ...bility System proceed as follows Fill the sealant refer to page 213 Distribute the sealant refer to page 214 Produce the tire inflation pressure refer to page 214 Filling the sealant Strictly follow the specified sequence otherwise the sealant may escape under high pressure 1 Shake the sealant bottle 2 Screw hose 9 onto the connector of the sealant bottle 3 Ensure that screw 8 on the pressure gaug...

Page 216: ...em may be ineffec tual for tire damage larger than approx 0 16 in 4 mm Please contact the nearest BMW center refer to page 216 or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel if the tire can not be made roadworthy with the M Mobility System The tire inflation pressure must be at least 29 psi 200 kPa If it is not do not continue driving Continuing...

Page 217: ...r to page 150 Navigation system Operability must be waited for refer to page 116 Glass roof It may happen that the roof can only be raised The system must be initialized Please contact your BMW center Seat and mirror memory The positions must be stored again refer to page 43 Inside rearview mirror with digital compass The system must be calibrated refer to page 98 Fuses Never attempt to repair a b...

Page 218: ...if you are unable to respond the BMW Assist Response Center will be able to initiate further steps to assist you under certain conditions If the circumstances allow this remain in the vehicle until the connection has been estab lished You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation If the current location of your vehicle can be determined it will be transmitted to the BMW ...

Page 219: ...o guard against possible personal injuries Preparation 1 Check whether the battery of the other vehicle has a voltage of 12 volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah This information can be found on the bat tery 2 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi cle 3 Switch off any consumers in both vehicles There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles otherwise there ...

Page 220: ...ave the battery checked and recharged Never use spray fluids to start the engine Tow starting towing away Observe the applicable laws and regula tions for tow starting and towing vehi cles Do not transport any passengers other than the driver in a vehicle that is being towed Using a tow fitting The screw in tow fitting must always be carried in the car It can be screwed in at the front or rear of ...

Page 221: ...it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage With a tow rope When starting off in the towing vehicle make sure that the tow rope is taut To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on vehicle components when towing always use nylon ropes or nylon straps Attach the tow rope to the tow fittings only as attaching it to other parts of the vehicle could result in damage With a tow truck Hav...

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Page 223: ...e This chapter contains technical data short commands for the voice command system and an index that will help you find information most quickly Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 224: ...M3 Displacement cu in cmμ 244 3 999 Number of cylinders 8 Maximum power output hp 414 at engine speed rpm 8 300 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 295 400 at engine speed rpm 3 900 courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 225: ...s Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Dimensions All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 38 ft 5 in 11 7 m courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 226: ...ad lbs kg 2 469 1 120 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 Cargo bay capacity cu ft liters 15 2 430 Notes Fuel tank US gal liters approx 16 6 63 Fuel grade page 195 including reserve of US gal liters approx 3 3 12 5 Window washer system For more details page 58 including headlamp washers US qt liters approx 4 8 4 5 courtesy of M3POST com Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG...

Page 227: ...rrent position Assistance window trip computer or Assistance window onboard info To change the scale in the assistance window 133 Assistance window scale feet or Assistance window scale miles Function Command To open phone 177 Phone To dial phone number 177 Dial number To display phone book 177 A to Z To select from phone book 177 Call or Dial name To display Top 8 177 Top 8 To redial 177 Redial T...

Page 228: ... on voice instructions 134 Navigation info on To switch off voice instructions 134 Navigation info off To repeat voice instructions 135 Repeat navigation info To show arrow display 132 Arrow display To display map 133 Map Map facing north Map direction of travel or Perspective To open route 135 Route menu To open New route 135 New route To change scale 133 Scale miles or Scale feet To display town...

Page 229: ...T radio menu To switch on satellite radio 155 SAT radio To open Presets of the satellite radio 156 SAT radio presets To open All channels of the satellite radio 155 SAT radio all channels To open Categories of the satellite radio 155 SAT radio categories To open CD player 157 CD menu To switch on CD player 157 CD To open CD changer 157 CD changer menu To switch on CD changer 157 CD changer To sele...

Page 230: ...l buttons 47 Steering wheel buttons To open MDrive 48 MDrive To open Lighting 57 Lighting To open BMW Service 186 BMW Service To open Service requirements 67 185 Service requirements To open Service 67 185 Service To display Check Control messages 70 Check Control messages To set brightness of Control Display 73 Brightness To open Units 61 Units To open Language 73 134 Languages To open Time 68 Ti...

Page 231: ...Reference 229 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 014 699 10 07 BMW AG ...

Page 232: ...195 Alarm system 34 avoiding unintentional alarms 35 interior motion sensor 35 switching off an alarm 34 tilt alarm sensor 35 All channels for satellite radio 155 All season tires refer to Winter tires 200 All stations displaying with the radio 148 AM waveband 144 148 Ambient air refer to Recirculated air mode 92 Antenna for mobile phone 170 Antifreeze coolant 206 washer fluid 58 Anti theft alarm ...

Page 233: ...wal remote control 36 remote control for vehicle 36 Being towed 218 Belt hand over 45 Belts refer to Safety belts 45 Belt tensioner refer to Safety belts 45 Beverage holders refer to Cup holders 101 Blinds refer to Roller sun blinds 99 Blower refer to Air flow rate 92 Bluetooth refer to separate Owner s Manual BMW Assist 186 187 188 BMW Assist activating 190 Concierge service 188 contacting BMW Cu...

Page 234: ...anual Car radio refer to Radio 148 Car wash 111 also refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Catalytic converter refer to Hot exhaust system 109 Categories for satellite radio 155 CBS Condition Based Service 207 CD 144 157 CD changer 157 compressed audio files 157 controls 144 fast forward reverse 161 installation location 161 playing a track 159 random order 160 repeating a track 160 selecting ...

Page 235: ...htness 73 changing the language 73 switching off on 21 Control Display refer to iDrive 16 Controller refer to iDrive 16 Controls and displays 10 Control unit refer to iDrive 16 Convenient access 35 replacing the battery 36 Convenient operation glass roof 30 glass roof with convenient access 36 windows 30 windows with convenient access 36 Coolant 206 checking level 206 Coolant temperature 62 Coolin...

Page 236: ...ance to dest 64 Distance warning refer to Park Distance Control PDC 75 Door key refer to Remote control with integrated key 28 Door lock 31 Door locks 30 32 67 Doors emergency operation 31 DOT Quality Grades 198 Draft free ventilation 93 Drinks holders refer to Cup holders 101 Drive off assistance refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 76 Drive off assistant 78 Driving around a traffic congestion ...

Page 237: ... adjusting 46 automatic dimming feature 47 automatic heating 46 folding in and out 46 External audio device 100 External audio device refer to AUX In port 163 Eyes for tow starting and towing away 218 for tying down loads 112 F Fader tone control 145 Failure messages refer to Check Control 70 Failure of an electrical consumer 215 False alarm avoiding unintentional alarm 35 switching off an alarm 3...

Page 238: ...rd warning flashers 14 HD radio 151 HD radio refer to High Definition Radio 151 Head airbags 83 Headlamp control automatic 86 Headlamp flasher 57 indicator lamp 11 13 Headlamps care refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Head restraints 42 front removing 42 rear removing 42 sitting safely 40 Heated mirrors 46 rear window 93 seats 43 Heating mirrors 46 rear window 93 residual heat 93 seats 43 He...

Page 239: ... Tire Monitor FTM 79 glass roof 38 Input map 123 Installation location CD changer 161 navigation DVD drive 116 telephone 100 Instructions for navigation system refer to Voice instructions 134 Instrument cluster 12 Instrument lighting 88 Instrument panel refer to Cockpit 10 Integrated key 28 Integrated universal remote control 96 Interesting destination for navigation 124 Interim time 73 Interior l...

Page 240: ...fuel filler door 194 glass roof 38 luggage compartment lid 33 Manual transmission 56 Map changing scale 133 destination entry 123 Map direction of travel 133 Map facing north 133 Master key refer to Remote control with integrated key 28 Maximum cooling 92 Maximum speed with winter tires 200 MDM refer to M Dynamic Mode 76 MDrive 48 M Dynamic Mode 77 Measurements refer to Dimensions 223 Memory refer...

Page 241: ... refer to Terminating continuing destination guidance 131 terminating continuing destination guidance 131 voice instructions 134 volume adjustment 135 Navigation voice instructions 117 Navigation voice instructions via buttons on the steering wheel 48 Neck support refer to Head restraints 42 Nets refer to Storage compartments 100 New address in navigation 127 New destination 119 123 New route 135 ...

Page 242: ... Power failure 215 Power windows 37 Power windows refer to Windows 37 Presets displaying with the radio 148 Presets for satellite radio 155 Pressure tires 196 Pressure monitoring tires 78 Flat Tire Monitor 78 Pressure monitoring of tires refer to Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 80 Profile 191 Programmable buttons on the steering wheel 11 Programmable memory keys 21 Protection function refer to Pinch pro...

Page 243: ...everse CD changer 161 CD player 161 Reverse gear manual transmission 56 Road map 133 Roadside Assistance 186 Roadside Assistance 186 216 Roadside parking lamps 88 Roadworthiness test refer to Service requirements 66 Roller sun blinds 99 Roof load capacity 224 Roof mounted luggage rack 112 Roomsound refer to Tone control 146 Rope refer to Tow starting towing away 219 Rotary pushbutton refer to iDri...

Page 244: ...sorber control refer to Electronic Damper Control EDC 78 Short commands for the voice command system 225 Shortest route in navigation refer to Selecting route 129 Short route in navigation 129 Show current position 124 Show destination position 124 Shuffled refer to Random CD changer 160 CD player 160 Side airbags 83 Side windows refer to Windows 37 Signal horn refer to Horn 10 11 Sitting safely 4...

Page 245: ...ation preselecting 94 Symbols 4 navigation system 138 status information 20 traffic info for navigation system 135 T Tachometer 61 Tail lamps 211 replacing bulb 211 Tank contents refer to Capacities 224 Technical data 222 capacities 224 dimensions 223 Technical modifications refer to For your own safety 5 Telematics refer to TeleService BMW Assist 185 Telephone installation location refer to Cente...

Page 246: ...n route map 137 during destination guidance 138 switching on off 135 symbols 138 Traffic Info settings 136 Traffic jam displaying traffic information 135 driving around 138 Transmission manual transmission 56 Transporting children safely 51 Transport securing devices refer to Securing cargo 112 Tread depth refer to Minimum tire tread 199 Treble refer to Treble and bass 145 Treble tone control 145 ...

Page 247: ...sher fluid reservoir 58 Washing the car refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Waste tray refer to Ashtray 101 Water on roads refer to Driving through water 110 Waveband with the radio 148 Wear indicators in tires refer to Minimum tread depth 199 Weights 224 Welcome lamps 86 Welcome light 87 Wheel tire combination refer to Correct wheels and tires 200 Wheelbase refer to Dimensions 223 Wheels ne...

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