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Destination guidance

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The current position of your BMW is displayed.

If the navigation system is unable to identify a
town/city, your current map coordinates will
appear.
To exit the menu:
Select the

arrow and press the controller.

You can also have the current position dis-
played on a map, refer to page

142

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Summary of Contents for 2007 M6

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 3: ...ntains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW M6 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 M6 throughout an extended ser vice life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa ...

Page 4: ...ermany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English VIII 08 03 10 510 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ...accessories Driving tips 118 Things to remember when driving 122 BMW M6 Engineering Navigation 126 Starting navigation system 128 Destination entry 140 Destination guidance 149 What to do if Entertainment 152 On off and tone 156 Radio 163 Satellite radio 166 CD player and CD changer 172 AUX IN connection 173 USB audio interface mobile phone audio interface Communications 178 Telephoning 193 BMW As...

Page 6: ... 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 cific equipment and op...

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

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

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

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Page 11: ... is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating At a glance Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ...r 41 3 Convertible opening and closing rear windows 40 4 Opening and closing front windows 40 5 Folding exterior mirrors in and out 53 6 Adjusting exterior mirrors 53 Automatic curb monitor 54 7 Turn signals 66 High beams headlamp flasher 99 High beam assistant 99 Parking lamps 99 Check Control 75 Computer 71 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...radio station 156 Selecting music track 167 Scrolling in phone book and in lists with stored phone numbers MDrive call up individual settings 55 Individually programmable 55 11 Windshield wipers 67 Rain sensor 67 12 Starting stopping engine and switching ignition on off 60 15 Steering wheel heater 54 Steering wheel adjustment 54 16 Cruise control 68 18 Opening luggage compartment lid 35 19 Head Up...

Page 14: ...tor and warning lamps 75 Speed of cruise control 69 7 Display for Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic 64 Engine oil level for manual transmission 214 Check Control message present 75 Odometer and trip odometer 70 Date and remaining travel distance for service requirements 73 High beam assistant 99 8 Fuel gauge 71 9 Resetting trip odometer 70 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08...

Page 15: ...ning lamps Additional information e g on the cause and elimination of a malfunction can be opened via the Check Control system refer to page 75 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 signal particular functions Parking lamps low beams 97 High beams headlamp flasher 99 Handbrake ap...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 Around the center console controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ... Control Display 18 20 Drivelogic of Sequential Manual Transmission 64 21 EDC Electronic Damper Control for Sequential Manual Transmission 86 22 DSC Dynamic Stability Control for Sequen tial Manual Transmission 84 23 M Engine Dynamic Control POWER for Sequential Manual Transmission 65 24 EDC Electronic Damper Control for manual transmission 86 25 MDM M Dynamic Mode for manual transmission 84 Switc...

Page 18: ...1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons You can use the buttons to open the menus directly The controller can be used to select the menu items and create settings Call up a menu directly arrow 3 Move in four directions arrows 4 Turn arrow 5 Press arrow 6 To avoid posing an unnecessary hazard due to inattention both to your own vehi cle s occupants and to other road users never attempt to use t...

Page 19: ...menu RADIO Opens the Radio menu CD Opens the last Entertainment menu e g CD or AUX NAV Opens the Navigation menu From the Navigation menu opens the main menu TEL Opens the Telephone menu BACK Opens the previous menu Not available from the main menu OPTION Opens the Options menu Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 20: ...isplay settings Settings for your vehicle e g for MDrive or settings for the central locking system Display of maintenance intervals and dead lines for legally mandated inspections Settings for telephone Basic operation From radio readiness refer to page 60 the fol lowing message is shown on the Control Dis play To hide the message Press the controller This displays the start menu The message is h...

Page 21: ...tertainment and Climate without pressing the button To do so move the controller in the corre sponding direction and hold it there for longer than 2 seconds or use the buttons on the con troller Displays in menu 1 Each menu is divided into fields The respective active field is highlighted 2 A symbol indicates the last selected menu item of the start menu 1 Menu items are usually grouped in horizon...

Page 22: ... be selected by highlighting 2 Activating menu item Press the controller New menu items are displayed or the function is carried out 3 Selecting menu item refer to 1 4 Changing between fields Briefly move the controller to the left right front or back Release controller Active field appears lighter 5 Adjusting settings Turn controller Graphic display numerical value or text displays can be changed...

Page 23: ... entries present in Missed calls Roaming active 5 Telephoning is possible if the mobile phone is paired in the vehicle Reception strength of mobile phone network dependent on mobile phone 6 Time Other displays The status information is temporarily hidden when there are Check Control instructions or inputs via the voice command system Assistance window Additional information appears in the assis ta...

Page 24: ...red for the remote control currently in use Saving function Destinations of navigation 1 Select navigation destination e g in the destination list or the address book 2 Press the button longer than 2 seconds Special features With the destination guidance system and the map view started the current destina tion is stored During destination entry via a map the coordinates at the cursor are stored no...

Page 25: ...r gloves when doing so Touching with an object e g a pen does not function Displaying short info Touch the button The assignment of the buttons is displayed Destination of navigation system Entertainment source Telephone phone number Not assigned Displaying detailed information Touch the button longer Deleting button assignments 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller t...

Page 26: ...iew mirror in the Coupe refer to page 14 On the steering column in the Convertible Precondition Via iDrive set the language that applies for the voice command system in order to enable iden tification of the spoken commands To set the language of iDrive refer to page 80 Symbols in Owner s Manual Voice commands Activating voice command system 1 Press the button This symbol on the Control Display an...

Page 27: ...ng the CD player and CD changer are read out Opening help Using alternative commands There are often a number of commands to run a function e g Running functions directly with short commands With short commands you can run certain func tions directly regardless of which menu item is selected refer to page 244 Opening start menu An example selecting a track 1 Switch on Entertainment sound output if...

Page 28: ...he destination Always issue commands in the language of the voice command system When selecting a radio station use the common 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 do not use abbreviations Keep the doors windows and convertible top closed to prevent interference from ambient noise Avoid backgr...

Page 29: ...At a glance 27 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

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Page 31: ...with information for complete control of your vehicle Its extensive array of features and accessories both for driving and for your own safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 32: ...ntegrated key fits the following locks Hotel function refer to page 35 Driver s door refer to page 34 Luggage compartment lid refer to page 35 New remote controls To obtain additional or replace lost keys new remote controls with an integrated key are available at your BMW center Spare key Store the spare key in a safe place such as your wallet This key is not intended for regular use The spare ke...

Page 33: ...ant refer to page 99 Drivelogic driving program in the Sequential mode refer to page 64 Individual settings for MDrive refer to page 55 PDC Park Distance Control optical warn ing refer to page 83 Head Up Display selection and bright ness of display refer to page 94 Automatic climate control for AUTO pro gram and intensity cooling function and automatic recirculated air control recircu lated air mo...

Page 34: ...amps and the welcome lamps are switched on Setting unlocking behavior You can set whether the first press of the button unlocks only the driver s door or the entire vehi cle iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 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...

Page 35: ...able before open ing Confirmation signals You can activate or deactivate the confirmation signals 1 Open the start menu 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 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Door locks is selected and press the controller 6 Select Confirmation and press the c...

Page 36: ... Turn and hold the key in the positions for unlocking or locking Keep a close eye on the closing process and also on the opening process of the convertible top to be sure that no one is injured Releasing the key stops the operation Manual operation In the event of an electrical malfunction you can turn a key all the way to the right or left in the door lock to lock or unlock the driver s door Open...

Page 37: ...nsole and the luggage com partment lid separately and disconnects them from the central locking system If you hand over the remote control without the integrated key refer to page 30 e g at a hotel then this prevents access to the luggage compartment and to the compartment in the front center con sole Turn the key to the right refer to illustration until the key slot points in the direction of tra...

Page 38: ...compartment lid lock is located under the BMW emblem All keys refer to page 30 fit the luggage compartment lid lock Turn the key toward the right up to the stop the luggage compartment lid opens If you use the lock to open the luggage compartment lid while the alarm system is armed the alarm will be triggered To prevent this you should deactivate the alarm before hand If the alarm is inadvertently...

Page 39: ... Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds To the opening of a door the hood or the luggage compartment lid To movements in the vehicle interior inte rior motion sensor refer to page 38 To changes in the vehicle s tilt if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle To interruptions in battery voltage Unauthorized operations are briefly signaled by the alarm system with...

Page 40: ...nintentional alarms Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time This pre vents unintentional alarms e g in the following situations In two level garages When transporting on car carrying trains by sea or on a trailer When animals are to remain in the vehicle Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the ...

Page 41: ...ers are switched off before locking to save the bat tery Coupe Comfort closing Hold a finger or the back of your hand against the surface arrow 2 or 3 but do not grasp the door handle while doing so The windows are closed Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured Removing the hand from the door handle stops the closing process immediately Opening luggage compartment lid se...

Page 42: ...ws and keep them in your field of vision until they are shut Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle otherwise children could for example operate the windows and injure them selves Coupe Opening closing Press switch to resistance point The window continues to open as long as you keep the switch pressed Press the switch beyond the resistance point The window opens automatica...

Page 43: ...e point The rear window continues to open for as long as you hold down the switch You can close the rear window in the same manner by pulling the switch Press the switch beyond the resistance point The rear window opens automatically Pressing the switch again stops the opening movement Briefly press button 1 again to deactivate the function The LEDs go out The rear window opens and closes auto mat...

Page 44: ...onvertible top is closed only keep valuables in the locked luggage compart ment Do not attach luggage rack systems to the convertible top In order to avoid damage do not move the convertible top at temperatures below 147 106 Do not leave the convertible top in its storage compartment for longer than one day when wet otherwise damage from moisture can occur Do not place any objects on the convertib...

Page 45: ...partment floor in the luggage compartment is in the raised position or a malfunction has occurred The convertible top cannot be moved Interruption The automatic sequence of movements is interrupted if the button for top operation is released The sequence can be continued in the desired direction by pressing the appropri ate button If the opening or closing action is interrupted for a longer period...

Page 46: ...ar as possible into the opening and turn firmly in the direc tion indicated by the arrow until the rear window is completely open Closing Perform the following work steps with the assistance of a second person and with the doors open otherwise injury and damage to the convertible top can occur 1 Push the cover 1 on the left and right of the side panel forward Reach into the resulting openings and ...

Page 47: ...ultaneously as possible on the two sides 9 Turn the Allen wrench in the direction of the arrow until the front convertible top frame is locked to the windshield frame The rear convertible top ends are automati cally pressed onto the convertible top com partment lid and close tightly with tension 10 If necessary close the rear window again manually in the same way as above Wind deflector The wind d...

Page 48: ...l it snaps into place 4 Fold up the upper half 4 of the wind deflec tor With wind deflector fitted do not incline the front seat backrests too far backward if the seat is to be moved back to the end posi tion Otherwise the wind deflector will be dam aged Removing The same as installing but in reverse order Folding up 1 Push the handle of the securing pin on the wind deflector on the left side of t...

Page 49: ...loss in extremely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 91 Head restraints A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of spinal injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approx at ear level Otherwise there is increased danger of injury in the event of ...

Page 50: ...l be damaged Adjusting seat To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection please observe the adjustment instructions on page 47 1 Angle 2 Longitudinal direction 3 Height 4 Backrest 5 Convertible head restraints refer to page 51 6 Coupe Backrest width 7 Lumbar support Lumbar support You can also adjust the contours of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lu...

Page 51: ...ress the switch for the steering wheel adjustment in any direction refer to page 54 Safety feature 1 Close the driver s door and switch ignition on or off refer to page 60 2 Press the desired memory button 1 2 or 3 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed If the button was pressed inadvertently press the button again the LED goes out Requesting with remote control The ...

Page 52: ...nts In the event of a rear end collision of sufficient severity the active head restraint reduces the distance to the head Do not use seat covers or head restraint covers that could impede the proper functioning of the active head restraint Other wise there is no assurance that the active head restraint will perform its protective function and it is not possible to take advantage of its injury red...

Page 53: ...push the button and slide the head rest cushion toward the rear Do not place any objects behind the headrest cushion Otherwise you can impair the proper function of the head restraint Entering rear Before starting to drive fold backrests back otherwise there is the danger of accident due to an unexpected movement of the seat Coupe releasing backrest Pull the lever upward and fold the backrest for ...

Page 54: ...n tinue to provide optimized protection please observe the adjustment instructions on page 47 Before every drive make sure that safety belts are being worn at all of the occupied seats Air bags complement the safety belt as an addi tional safety device but they do not represent a substitute Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle Releasing 1 Grasp the belt firmly 2 P...

Page 55: ...t estimate the distance of following traffic based on what you see in the mirrors otherwise there is an increased acci dent risk 1 Adjusting 2 Switching to the other mirror or to the auto matic curb monitor 3 Folding mirrors in and out Storing the mirror positions refer to Seat mir ror and steering wheel memory on page 49 Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manually by pressing agai...

Page 56: ...on the back For trouble free operation keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield Do not attach stickers of any kind to the windshield in front of the mirror either Steering wheel Adjusting Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving There is a risk of acci dent as the result of unexpected movement The steering wheel...

Page 57: ...f To mute the audio sources Monitor on off To switch the Control Display on off Telephone list To show hide the phone book or last dis played list of stored phone numbers Next entertainment source To change the audio source 5 Select the desired function unit and press the controller Operating function Press the button on the steering wheel If you have programmed Navigation voice instructions for t...

Page 58: ...Press the controller 6 Turn the controller to select the desired set ting Unchanged retains the current setting made outside of MDrive 7 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Activating settings Press the button on the steering wheel The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up The settings made on the Control Display for the functions contai...

Page 59: ...riving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility buttons in the center console To reactivate all settings made for MDrive on the Control Dis play press the button twice Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 60: ...n on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page 92 Installing child restraint systems Follow child restraint system manufac turer s instructions for the selection installation and use of child restraint systems Otherwise the degree of protection they offer may be reduced On front passenger seat After mounting a child restraint system on the front passenger seat make sure t...

Page 61: ...rrows in the gap between the seat and the backrest Coupe child restraint system with tether strap Only use the top tether strap mounting points to secure child restraint systems otherwise the mounting points could be dam aged There are two additional mounting points for child restraint systems with a tether strap refer to arrows Placement of tether strap Make sure that the tether strap is not rout...

Page 62: ...f Manual transmission the engine starts when you depress the brake pedal while pressing the Start Stop button Sequential Manual Transmission the engine starts when you press the Start Stop button with the brake depressed and the selector lever in position P or N Radio readiness Some electronic systems consumers are ready for operation The last information of the com puter selected is displayed in ...

Page 63: ...h pedal and shift into idling position 3 Press the Start Stop button Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle refer to page 38 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Place selector lever in position N 3 Press the Start Stop button If the engine does not start shift back to the last selector lever position selected refer to the instrument clu...

Page 64: ... the vehicle to swerve To prevent corrosion and one sided brak ing action occasionally apply the hand brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable The brake lamps do not light up when the hand brake is applied Manual transmission While shifting in the 5th 6th gear lane press the gearshift lever toward the right otherwise accidental shifting into ...

Page 65: ...ansmission automatically clutches and then declutches again i e it is not necessary to manually shift into idling mode The system shifts into N when you open the driver s door or the hood with the engine running and do not operate pedals shift paddles or the selector lever To begin driving after closing the driver s door or the hood first shift the selector lever into the N position and then shift...

Page 66: ...k To downshift push the selector lever for ward Using shift paddles on steering wheel To upshift briefly pull the right shift paddle To downshift briefly pull the left shift paddle Drivelogic With Drivelogic various driving programs are available to you Each time you change between the Sequential mode and the Drive mode the driving program last selected in the respective mode is active Exception a...

Page 67: ... Up Display indicate the optimum shifting point briefly before reaching the maximum rpm 1 Activate the Head Up Display refer to page 94 2 Select the M View display on the Head Up Display The current engine speed is highlighted on the tachometer 3 When approaching the maximum rpm yel low illuminated fields 1 of the tachometer consecutively indicate the approaching upshift point 4 At the very latest...

Page 68: ...ram with MDrive For the programs P 500 and P 500 Sport the LED in the POWER button lights up Turn signals headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point To turn off manually press the lever to the resistance point Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates the failure of a turn signal lamp Signaling brie...

Page 69: ... speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point The system reverts to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary Rain sensor The wiper operation is controlled automatically as a function of the rain intensity The rain sen sor is located on the windshield directly in front of the interior rearview mirror Activating rain sensor Press the button arrow 3 The LED in the but ton lights up Adjus...

Page 70: ...vailable for use at speeds of approx 20 mph 30 km h and higher The vehicle stores and maintains the speed that you set using the lever mounted on the steering col umn If the engine braking effect is insufficient on a downhill grade the set speed may be exceeded Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insufficient Do not use the cruise control under driv ing conditions that do not p...

Page 71: ...unctions are the same as 1 the speed is reduced Interrupting system Press the lever up or down arrow 3 The display 1 in the speedometer changes color In addition the system is interrupted when you apply the brakes even with the handbrake when you clutch when you shift using the shift paddles or the selector lever when the DSC comes on Resuming stored speed Press button 4 The stored speed is resume...

Page 72: ...pending on the engine temperature As the engine temper ature rises the permissible engine speed also increases Avoid allowing the engine speed to rise as far as the orange warning field whenever possible Be sure to avoid engine speeds in the red warn ing field At high revs in this range the flow of fuel is interrupted to protect the engine Coolant temperature Should the coolant and with it the eng...

Page 73: ...50 km otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur Computer Displays in instrument cluster Press the button on the turn signal lever The following information is displayed in the specified order Time and outside temperature Cruising range Average fuel consumption Oil level refer to Checking engine oil level on page 214 Manual transmission The cruising range average fuel con sump...

Page 74: ...for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller to the right to open Navigation Without navigation system Open Car Data 3 Select Car Data and press the controller 4 Select Onboard info and press the con troller Estimated time of arrival at destination and remaining distance Entering a distance manually in the com puter see below Entering ...

Page 75: ...aveled Average speed Average fuel consumption Switching trip computer on off and resetting all values 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 1 Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the con troller 2 Select a menu ...

Page 76: ...ct 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 an official inspection is approaching Please arrange a service appointment The service deadline has already passed Entering deadlines for legally required inspections Make sure the date on the Control Display is set correctly ref...

Page 77: ...ere is a mal function in the monitored systems This kind of Check Control message consists of indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster and if necessary an acoustic signal and text messages at the bottom of the Control Display Indicator and warning lamps The indicator and warning lamps can light up in different combinations and colors This symbol means that a Check Control message has ...

Page 78: ...t be hidden If a number of malfunctions occur simultaneously they are displayed in succession Other messages are hidden after approx 20 seconds but remain stored Displaying stored Check Control messages 1 Press the button longer The first stored message is displayed 2 Press the button When the button is pressed again a differ ent message is displayed Displaying supplementary information iDrive for...

Page 79: ...nerated during the trip are shown consecutively when you switch off the ignition Before the display disappears you can display the messages once again Press the CHECK button for approx 2 seconds If several mes sages are present you can continue to press the CHECK button to view them in succession The display goes out after a short time when you press the CHECK button again for approx 2 seconds Spe...

Page 80: ...pping or resetting Select Start and press the controller The stopwatch starts at the displayed time Select Reset and press the controller The stopwatch is reset and it restarts if it was running beforehand Select Stop and press the controller This stops the timer Taking an intermediate time reading Select Interim time and press the controller The interim time appears below the ongoing primary stop...

Page 81: ...tching on hour signal You will hear three tones just before the top of each hour Select Hour memo and press the controller The hour signal is activated The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Setting 12h 24h format 1 Select Time format and press the control ler 2 Select the desired format and press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use...

Page 82: ...ting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Units of measure You can change the units of measure for con sumption distances temperature and pres sure iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Language Units and press the controller 5 Change to u...

Page 83: ...f necessary Turn the controller until Languages is selected and press the controller 6 Select Text language and press the con troller 7 Select and activate the desired language by pressing the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 84: ...ress the button again the LED goes out Automatic deactivation After driving approx 165 ft 50 m or at over approx 20 mph 30 km h the system is switched off and the LED goes out You can reactivate the system manually as needed Signal tones When nearing an object the position is corre spondingly indicated by an interval tone Thus an object detected to the left rear of the vehicle will be indicated by...

Page 85: ...ultrasonic measurement such as those encountered with tow bars and trailer cou plings or thin and wedge shaped objects etc Low objects already displayed e g curbs can also disappear from the detection area of the sensors again before or after a continuous tone already sounds Higher protruding objects e g ledges cannot be detected For this reason drive with care otherwise there is a danger of perso...

Page 86: ... and lateral accelera tion on dry road surfaces however with limited vehicle stability The system does not provide stabilizing intervention by reducing the engine output and braking at the wheels until the abso lute driving limit is reached Steering correc tions by the driver may also be required in this driving state The M Dynamic Mode is deactivated each time the engine is started With the M Dyn...

Page 87: ...ress and hold the MDM button Under unfavorable traction conditions the engine output may be briefly reduced even when DSC is deactivated Reactivating DSC Press the DSC OFF button the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out You can also activate and deactivate DSC with the button on the steering wheel refer to MDrive on page 55 Manual transmission Press the MDM button Malfunction in drivi...

Page 88: ...ntial Manual Transmission To protect the clutch of the Sequential Manual Transmission from overheating the starting off behavior is changed under heavy loading e g a rapid succession of starts on slopes This can be noticed from shaking during starting off On a slippery surface 1 Select the P 400 program of M Engine Dynamic Control refer to page 65 2 Gently press accelerator pedal to prevent wheels...

Page 89: ...he correct tire inflation pressure The initialization must be repeated after every correction of the tire inflation pres sure and after every tire or wheel change System limits The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate sudden severe tire damage caused by outside factors and does not detect a natural even pressure drop in all four tires In the following situations the system could be delayed or malfunc...

Page 90: ...n the instrument cluster lights up yellow for a few seconds 9 Start to drive The initialization finishes during driving without feedback Indication of a flat tire The warning lamp lights up red A mes sage appears on the Control Display In addition an acoustic signal sounds There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss 1 Reduce speed and stop the vehicle care fully Avoid sudden braking ...

Page 91: ...red if requested by TPM with the color Green The tire pressure matches the learned set state TPM active appears on the Control Display One wheel is yellow Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in the indicated tire A message appears on the Control Display All wheels are yellow Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in several tires A message appears on the Control Display Gray T...

Page 92: ...own in gray on the Control Dis play and a message is displayed No flat tire can be detected A message like this is displayed in the following situations In case of a malfunction have the system checked If a wheel is mounted without TPM elec tronics If TPM is temporarily interfered with by other systems or devices which use the same radio frequency Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pres...

Page 93: ...display On the left normal braking On the right heavy braking Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers 1 Front airbags 2 Coupe Head airbags 3 Side airbags 4 Knee airbag 5 Knee airbag Protective action To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection please observe the adjustment instructions on page 47 The front airbags help protect the driver an...

Page 94: ...nt knee and side airbags on the front passenger side can be deactivated for teenag ers and adults in certain sitting positions the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up when this occurs In these cases change the sitting position so that the front pas senger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If the desired status cannot be produced by changing the sitting posi...

Page 95: ...tion system is automatically activated in the event of an accident or a critical driving situation extreme inclination on the lon gitudinal axis or loss of ground contact The rollover bars located behind the rear head restraints are deployed within fractions of a sec ond As a supplement to the rollover bar integrated into the windshield frame the rollover protec tion system ensures that all vehicl...

Page 96: ...isplays iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Display settings and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Head Up Display is selected and press the controller 6 Change into the second field from the top Turn ...

Page 97: ...per field if necessary Turn the controller until Head Up Display is selected and press the controller 6 Change into the second field from the top Turn the controller until Brightness is selected and press the controller 7 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Notes The visibility of the displays in the Head Up Dis p...

Page 98: ...ou can find valuable information on this topic under Care starting on page 220 Only clean the cover of the Head Up Dis play with a soft nonabrasive cloth or with a display cleaning cloth otherwise you may damage it Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 99: ...control In switch position 3 the system activates the low beams and switches them on or off in response to changes in ambient light condi tions for instance in a tunnel at dawn and dusk and in case of precipitation Adaptive Head Light is active The LED next to the symbol lights up when the low beams are on You can also activate the daytime running lamps refer to page 98 In the situations described...

Page 100: ...til Lighting is selected and press the controller 6 Select Pathway lighting and press the controller 7 Turn the controller to select the desired 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 position 0 1 and 3 If the light switch remains in position 1 the parking lamps ...

Page 101: ...ise it may no longer be possible to start the engine Switching off Briefly press the lever in the opposite direction up to the resistance point arrow 3 High beam assistant The concept This system automatically switches the high beams on and off A sensor on the front side of the inside rearview mirror controls the process The assistant makes sure that the high beams are switched on whenever traffic...

Page 102: ...oming traffic on divided highways in poorly illuminated areas and in the pres ence of highly reflective signs in the low speed range when the windshield is fogged up dirty or covered with stickers decals etc in the area of the inside rearview mirror when the sensor is dirty Clean the sensor on the front side of the inside rearview mir ror with a cloth slightly moistened with glass cleaner Moreover...

Page 103: ...g courtesy lamps and sill panel lighting is automatic With the courtesy lamps LED lights are pro vided in the outside rearview mirrors to illumi nate the exterior area around the doors To protect the battery all lamps in the vehicle are switched off approx 15 min utes after radio readiness is switched off refer to Start Stop button on page 60 Switching interior lamps on and off manually Press butt...

Page 104: ...ing conden sation 7 Manual air volume switching off automatic climate control residual heat utilization 8 AUTO program 9 Switching cooling function on and off man ually 10 Temperature right side of passenger com partment 11 Manual air distribution front passenger side 12 Maximum cooling 13 AUC Automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode 14 LED for residual heat utilization and parked ...

Page 105: ...on The respective current setting is briefly dis played on the Control Display when the button is pressed You can also adjust the intensity of the AUTO program via iDrive 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 Automatic programs and press the controller 4 Select the desired intensity a...

Page 106: ...off after a while Convertible the rear window defroster is only activated when the rear win dow is closed Depending on the vehicle equipment upper wires are used as an antenna and are not part of the rear window defroster Air volume manual You can adjust the air volume by turning You can reactivate the automatic mode for the air volume with the AUTO button The air quantity is reduced and if need b...

Page 107: ...m Depending on the weather the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started The cooling function is also switched on with the AUTO program Maximum cooling Maximally cooled air is obtained as quickly as possible at an outside temperature above approx 327 06 and with the engine running At the lowest temperature the automatic cli mate control switches into recirculating air mode The max...

Page 108: ...evers to change the vent outlet direction Do not drop any foreign objects into the vent outlets otherwise they could be cat apulted outwards and cause injuries Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool air in your direction for instance if the interior has become too warm etc Draft free ventilation Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past you and is not dire...

Page 109: ...ration and press the controller 4 Select Automatic ventilation and press the controller 5 Select Parked car ventilation and press the controller The parked car ventilation is switched on The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes Preselecting activation times 1 Open the start menu 2 Move the controller to the left to open Cli mate 3 Select Parked car operation and press the...

Page 110: ...lights up The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes when the parked car ventilation has switched on The parked car ventilation is only avail able for activation within the next 24 hours Please reactivated it after this time Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 111: ...tter it is safe to assume that it is compatible with the integrated universal remote control If you have additional questions please contact your BMW center or call 1 800 355 3515 Information is also provided on the Internet at www bmwusa com or www homelink com HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc Programming 1 Memory buttons 2 LED Fixed code hand held transmitters 1 Switch ...

Page 112: ...e 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 memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control three times The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand ...

Page 113: ...between the front seats This compartment is integrated into the central locking system and can also be locked separately using the hotel function refer to page 35 To open the cover Pull the left button The cover opens and can be folded upward Depending on the version the storage com partment can be equipped with a correspond ing cradle for the telephone or mobile phone Connection for external audi...

Page 114: ...owing storage options in the luggage compartment Storage compartment in the right side trim panel which is also suitable if you so desire for accommodating the vehicle liter ature Net at the loading lip for smaller items Coupe Clothes hooks To fold down press at the top edge When hanging clothing on the hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driver s vision Do not hang heavy objects on the hoo...

Page 115: ... could result in burns Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle otherwise children could for example use the lighter and burn themselves Connecting electrical devices Socket With the engine running or the ignition switched on the cigarette lighter socket can be used as a power outlet for hand flashlights car vacuum cleaners etc with power ratings of up to approx 200 W at 12 ...

Page 116: ...ve steps in reverse order Only stow clean skis in the ski bag Wrap sharp edges to prevent damage Securing cargo After loading secure the ski bag and its con tents Tighten the retaining strap on the ten sioning buckle for this purpose Secure the ski bag in this way If you fail to do so it could endanger vehicle occu pants during braking or evasive maneuvers To refit the filler element insert the tw...

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Page 119: ...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 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 120: ...ential until after an initial break in period Therefore drive reservedly during the first 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 in a reserved manner during this break in period Clutch The function of the clutch is only at its opti mized level after a dista...

Page 121: ...d brake rotors can cause operating noises which however have not effect on the performance and operating safety of the brake system Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal Even light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to high temperatures brake wear and possibly even brake failure Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet or there is heavy rain briefly exert gentle pressure o...

Page 122: ...ult can assume the form of a sudden blow out Make sure that no fluids leak in the cargo bay otherwise the vehicle could be dam aged Determining loading limit 1 Locate the following statement on your vehicle s placard The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or YYY kg as otherwise the vehicle may be damaged and unstable driving con ditions may result 2 Determine the co...

Page 123: ... cargo straps Position and secure the cargo as described above so that it cannot endan ger the vehicle s occupants for example if sud den braking or evasive maneuvers are neces sary Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle weight or either of the approved axle loads refer to page 243 as excessive loads can pose a safety hazard and may also place you in viola tion of traffic safety laws You s...

Page 124: ...hometer on page 70 and Engine oil tem perature on page 71 Compound brake Your BMW M6 has a high performance brake system with perforated compound brake rotors Due to the special structural features of these brake rotors function noises occur during brak ing but this has no effect on the performance operating safety and stability of the brakes Braking correctly In order to keep the brake system in ...

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Page 127: ...his chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination Navigation Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 128: ...ted from the drive it is pos sible that it is blocked In this case a message is also shown on the Control Display Display in 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 controller Other menu items are ...

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Page 130: ...other road users 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 open Navigation 3 Select Navigation and press the control ler The Control Display shows the arrow view or map view during destina tion guidance the destination list when destination guid ance is switched off Entering a destination manually The system s...

Page 131: ...ing letter and press control ler A list of all towns cities starting with this let ter appears on the Control Display 3 To delete the letter entered if necessary Delete individual numbers or letters Move the controller toward the right to select and press the controller Delete all numbers or letters Move the controller toward the right to select and press and hold the con troller 4 If necessary en...

Page 132: ...t house number and intersection After the street you can also enter the intersec tion or the house number Entering street and intersection 1 Select Street or the street displayed and press the controller 2 Enter the street The street is entered exactly like the desti nation The intersection is entered in the same way as the street Entering a street without entering destination You can also enter a...

Page 133: ... be started immediately Select Add to destination list and press the controller The destination is stored in the destination list refer to page 135 Entering destination via voice You can enter a desired destination via the voice command system When entering the destination it is possible to change between voice command and iDrive at any time Reacti vate the voice command function for this pur pose...

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

Page 135: ...the control ler New destination is selected 2 Press the controller 3 Select Input map and press the controller A section of a map is displayed on the Con trol Display During destination guidance around the current destination With the destination guidance deacti vated around the last destination entered 4 Select destination with cursor Changing scale turn the controller Moving map move the control...

Page 136: ...t them into the destination guidance 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select Information and press the control ler 3 Select location On destination On location On a new destination 4 Press the controller 5 Make your selection e g Hotels and res taurants and press the controller 6 Enter search criteria if necessary e g the maximum distance from the current loca tion 7 Select Start se...

Page 137: ...ow map icons and press the con troller To exit the menu Select the arrow and press the controller Destination list The last 20 entered destinations are shown in the destination list You can display these desti nations and adopt them in the destination guid ance system For example to plan a longer route you can store all destinations you want to drive to in advance in the destination list refer to ...

Page 138: ...can store approx 100 destinations in the address book 1 Select Address book and press the con troller 2 Select New address and press the con troller 3 Select Enter address and press the con troller 4 Enter name and address also refer to Entering a destination manually page 128 5 Select Store in address book and press the controller The entry is stored in the address book You can also store a desti...

Page 139: ...the control ler Changing destinations from address book 1 Select Address book and press the con troller 2 Select the entry and press the controller 3 Select Edit address and press the con troller 4 Change entry For operation refer to Entering a destina tion manually page 128 5 Select Store in address book and press the controller Deleting individual destinations from address book 1 Select Address ...

Page 140: ...n troller 2 Select Start guidance and press the con troller Changing home address 1 Select Home address and press the con troller 2 Select Edit address and press the con troller For operation refer to Entering a destination manually page 128 Selecting route You can influence the calculated route by choosing certain route criteria You can change the route criteria as often as you like while enterin...

Page 141: ...nged in the arrow or map view 1 Select the symbol for the route criterion and press the controller 2 Select a route criterion and press the con troller If the route criterion Avoid highways Avoid tollroads or Avoid ferries is selected the calculation time for the route can increase considerably Word matching principle The system supports the word matching princi ple to make it easier for you to en...

Page 142: ...nce can also be started in the arrow or map view Select the symbol and press the controller During destination guidance you can operate other equipment via iDrive at any time You will be punctually notified of a change of direction by spoken instructions and the display of the direction arrow About programmable memory buttons Press the button on which the desired destination is stored Also refer t...

Page 143: ... 2 Change into 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 Manually displaying traffic information 3 Selecting route criteria 4 Starting ending destination guidance 5 Arrow to destination from a bird s eye view 6 Distance to the next change of direction 7 Current positi...

Page 144: ...on last selected can be displayed hidden refer to Selecting destination via informa tion on page 134 5 Changing map display Map facing north Map direction of travel Perspective 6 Changing route criteria 7 Manually displaying traffic information 8 Arrow to destination from a bird s eye view The estimated time of arrival and the distance to the destination are shown in the bottom line of the Control...

Page 145: ...ice instructions on off During destination guidance voice instructions can be switched on or off in the arrow or map view Select the symbol and press the controller To switch the voice instructions on and 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 controlle...

Page 146: ...eturning to the original route 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Change into the third field from the top Turn the controller until New route is selected and press the controller 3 Turn the controller to enter the desired number and press the controller The route is recalculated To exit from the menu without changing the route Select the arrow and press the controller Traffic informa...

Page 147: ...ormation is displayed Manually displaying traffic information 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 the traffic infor mation on the planned route is mar...

Page 148: ...d traffic information Select a traffic information item from the list and press the controller To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller Symbols for traffic information Traffic event with map scales greater than 5 miles 10 km arrow points in the direction of travel concerned Several traffic events have been received Select a smaller scale to display these individually Traffic...

Page 149: ...ou have called up a different application on the Control Display Dynamic route planning When Dynamic route is selected the route will be changed automatically in the event of a traffic obstruction The system does not point out traffic obstructions along the original route Depending on road type as well as the nature and extent of the traffic obstruction the calcu lated route may also lead through ...

Page 150: ...vigation system is unable to identify a town city your current map coordinates will appear To exit the menu Select the arrow and press the controller You can also have the current position dis played on a map refer to page 142 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 151: ... name On the navigation DVD no downtown 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 navig...

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Page 153: ...Entertainment This chapter describes how to operate the radio and CD player and how to create their tone settings Entertainment Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 154: ...ed on the most recently selected radio station or CD track is played Turn adjust volume 2 Drive for audio CDs 3 Eject CD 4 Station scan track search Change radio station Select track for CD player and CD changer 5 Drive for navigation DVDs Operation via iDrive 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to open Entertainment You have the following choices FM and AM...

Page 155: ... radio readiness the setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Tone control You can alter various tone settings e g treble and bass or the speed dependent volume increase The tone settings are set for all audio sources at once From radio readiness the settings are stored for the remote control currently in use Changing tone settings 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Pr...

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

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

Page 158: ... page 158 Changing stations Turn the controller In addition to the stations currently displayed you can have stations with another selection criterion displayed Professional radio You can choose from the following selection criteria All stations Stations that can currently be received in the FM waveband Autostore Stations with the best reception on the AM waveband Presets Stations you have previou...

Page 159: ... con troller Buttons next to CD player Press the button for the corresponding direction The system changes to the next displayed sta tion You can also change stations with the buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 11 Sampling stations scan The system plays a brief sample from each of the stations on the current waveband 1 Select FM or AM and press the control ler Set is selected 2 Press the ...

Page 160: ...utostore and press the controller Set is selected 4 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 5 Select Autostore and press the controller The display of the stations with the best recep tion is updated The frequencies of the stations are displayed Storing stations Via iDrive 1 Select FM or AM and press the control ler 2 Change into the second field from the top Turn the controller until ...

Page 161: ...red station Set is selected 3 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 4 Select Store and press the controller 5 Turn the controller until the desired mem ory position is selected The number of the memory position appears beside the name or frequency of the station 6 Press the controller The station is stored RDS Radio Data System In the FM frequency range additional informa tion is tra...

Page 162: ...ork must be available in order to receive digital stations HD Radio technology is manufactured under license from iBiquity Digital Corp U S and For eign Patents HD Radio and the HD and HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBi quity Digital Corp Activating deactivating digital radio reception 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the con...

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

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Page 165: ...ler 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 channels Dial the phone number Disabling 1 Select an enabled channel and press the controller 2 Select ESN...

Page 166: ...category are displayed 5 Select a channel marked with this sym bol 6 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 7 Select Details and press the controller Additional information The name of the channel and additional infor mation on the current track are displayed e g the name of the artist 1 Artist 2 Track Storing channel 1 Select desired channel 2 Press the controller Other menu items ar...

Page 167: ...e system changes to the next enabled chan nel Notes If no signal can be received for more than 4 sec onds a message is displayed on the Control Display Reception may not be possible for certain reasons e g environmental influences or topographical conditions The satellite radio has no influence on this The signal may not be available in tunnels or underground garages next to tall buildings near tr...

Page 168: ...erating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to open Entertainment 3 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until CD is selected and press the controller 4 With a CD changer change to the second field from the top and turn the controller until CD is selected and press the control ler The CD player is started Playbac...

Page 169: ...us is indicated on the Control Display About programmable memory buttons You can store a CD compartment of the CD changer on the programmable memory but tons To start the CD changer refer to page 22 Selecting a track Buttons next to CD player Press the button for the corresponding direction repeatedly until you reach the desired track The CD will start play at the start of the track The track is d...

Page 170: ...h of the tracks on the current CD 1 Select Set and press the controller Other menu items are displayed 2 Select Scan and press the controller To end sampling 1 Press the controller 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels sampling of the tracks and the player remains on the current track Compressed audio files 1 Select the current track and press the con troller 2 Select the desired men...

Page 171: ...ired menu item To repeat the selected track select Repeat track and press the controller To repeat all tracks of the current direc tory select Repeat directory and press the controller To stop repeating 1 Press the controller 2 Select Repeat track or Repeat directory and press the controller Random play sequence In this mode the tracks on the current CD are played once in a random sequence 1 Selec...

Page 172: ... CD magazine To insert CDs into the CD magazine 1 or remove them from it you must first remove the magazine from the CD changer Press button 2 the CD magazine 1 slides out Wait at least 2 seconds before pushing in the magazine again so that the inserted CDs can be read in again Inserting removing CDs into from CD magazine When inserting or removing CDs remember to hold them by their edges taking c...

Page 173: ...t has 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 occur only with particular CDs DVDs this can be due to one of the following causes Self recorded CDs DVDs Possible reasons for malfunctions with self recorded CDs DVDs are e g inconsist...

Page 174: ...g Starting audio playback The audio device must be switched on 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to open Entertainment 3 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until AUX is selected and press the controller 4 Select AUX IN and press the controller 5 Adjust volume and sound if necessary About programmable memory buttons You can save the aud...

Page 175: ... com To play audio tracks over the vehicle s loud speaker system connect the iPod iPhone to ports 1 and 2 The iPod iPhone menu structure is supported by the USB audio interface USB device To connect the device use a flexible adapter cable to protect the USB audio interface and your USB device against physical damage For audio playback via the vehicle speakers connect the USB device to the connecti...

Page 176: ...o grammable memory keys to start audio play back refer to page 22 Selecting a track You can call up the tracks via the playback lists and information With USB devices you can also call up the tracks via the file directory 1 Make your selection e g Playlists or Art ists and press the controller 2 Select the track and press the controller Displaying information on track You can display any informati...

Page 177: ...ect the audio device to extreme environmental conditions e g extremely high temperatures refer to the oper ating instructions of the audio device Other wise the audio device can be damaged and the resulting distraction can reduce road safety while driving Depending on the configuration of the audio files e g bit rates greater than 256 Kbit s proper playback cannot always be ensured Connecting inst...

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Page 179: ...ations This chapter summarizes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or BMW TeleServices Communications Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 180: ... 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 distracted can endanger vehicle occupants and other road users Suitable mobile phones Ask your BMW center which mobile phones with a Bluetooth interface are supported by the mobile phone preparation package or which mobile phones snap in adapters are availabl...

Page 181: ... mode can for exam ple result in vehicle failing to detect the paired mobile phone For pairing purposes define any 4 16 digit number as a Bluetooth passkey e g 25081107 A long and complex num ber offers the best protection against unau thorized access This Bluetooth passkey is no longer required after pairing is success ful The ignition is switched on Only pair the mobile phone with the vehi cle s...

Page 182: ...quested consecutively via the display of your mobile phone or iDrive to enter the Blue tooth passkey you specified 12 Enter the Bluetooth passkey Depending on the mobile phone approx 30 seconds are available for entering the Bluetooth passkey on the mobile phone and on the Control Display 13 Move the highlight marker to the third field from the top select Confirm passkey and press the controller 1...

Page 183: ...e Internet at www bmwusa com Do the Bluetooth passkeys on the mobile phone and the vehicle match The same Bluetooth passkey must be entered both on the mobile phone display and via iDrive Have you required longer than 30 seconds to enter the Bluetooth passkey Only a limited number of devices can be connected to the mobile phone Delete the connection to other devices if necessary The mobile phone n...

Page 184: ... the controller With a single drive Select the desired mobile phone and press the controller 7 Select Move device up and press the con troller The selected mobile phone is moved upward by one position Unpairing mobile phone from vehicle If you no longer want to operate a mobile phone via the vehicle you can delete the pairing data of the mobile phone iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16...

Page 185: ...essary If the Bluetooth link is deactivated you cannot operate your mobile phone via the vehicle and other devices with a Bluetooth interface can be used via the mobile phone e g a laptop com puter To temporarily deactivate the Bluetooth link between the vehicle and your mobile phone 1 Press the button to open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the c...

Page 186: ...d noises The full mobile phone preparation package can compensate for these noises to a certain degree To optimize the speech quality during a call we recommend that you Reduce background noises e g by closing the windows reducing the air volume of the automatic climate control or pointing the opened front vent outlets downward Reduce volume of hands free system Requirements The logon data of the ...

Page 187: ...a code and phone number The letters correspond to the digits on the keypad of the mobile phone To delete the last digit Move the controller toward the right to select the arrow and press the control ler 4 Select Dial number and press the control ler Alternative Press the button on the steering wheel For your phone number to be displayed to the person you are calling the display of phone numbers mu...

Page 188: ...This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent Received calls The phone numbers of the last eight accepted calls are stored This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent Dialing a phone number from phone book The A Z list is available for your phone book entries The phone book entries appear on the Control Display 1 Select Phone and press the controller 2 S...

Page 189: ...esired entry from the list and press the controller 2 Select Delete and press the controller The entry is deleted Deleting entire list 1 Select an entry from the list and press the controller 2 Select Delete all numbers and press the controller 3 If applicable select Yes and press the controller The list is deleted BMW Contact If you are not enabled for BMW Assist you can have several service phon...

Page 190: ...for controlling devices e g remote checking of an answering machine This function is available when a connection has been established 1 Establish connection 2 With a single drive Press the controller Select Keypad and press the controller With two drives Move the controller backwards until the bottom field is selected 3 Select the desired character and press the controller Each character is sent i...

Page 191: ... entries you will be supported by announcements or questions in many cases The same prerequisites as for operation via iDrive apply refer to page 184 Voice commands Activating system 1 Briefly press the button on the steering wheel An acoustic signal indicates that you can say commands 2 Say the command Ending canceling operation by voice Press the button on the steering wheel or In dialogs where ...

Page 192: ...le phone s memory With a single drive the entries must be input by voice and are independent of your mobile phone s memory In this case it is not possible to use voice command either to call phone numbers stored in the mobile phone or to store new numbers Up to 50 entries can be set up An entry always consists of a name and phone number Creating and editing voice phone book Store entry An entry al...

Page 193: ...osed to pre vent interference from ambient noise Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking Snap in adapter inserting removing 1 Press the area 1 around the button and remove the cover 2 Insert the snap in adapter at the front and press down until it engages To remove the snap in adapter Press the area 1 around the button Inserting mobile phone 1 Remove the protective cap from the mobi...

Page 194: ...rd the electrical connec tions and press down until it engages The mobile phone s battery is charged from radio readiness or with the steering unlocked To protect the vehicle s batteries avoid using the phone when the ignition is switched off Removing mobile phone Press button Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 195: ...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 immediately after a serious acci dent If possible the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you Enhanced roadside assistance You can call Roadside Assistance of the BMW G...

Page 196: ...t packages or in the Convertible the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat 2 Press the button for at least 2 seconds The BMW Assist Response Center is con tacted Roadside assistance iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller forward to select Communication 3 Change to upper field if necessary Turn...

Page 197: ...l ler 5 Change to upper field if necessary 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 Move the controller fo...

Page 198: ...r Relations For information on all aspects of your vehicle you can contact BMW Customer Relations 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller forward to select Communication 3 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until BMW Assist is selected and press the controller 4 Select Customer Relations 5 Press the controller 6 Select Start service and press the con ...

Page 199: ...h a BMW Assist concierge Displaying transmitted data Select the received message if necessary and press the controller Dialing a phone number or transferring an address for destination guidance 1 Select Options and press the controller 2 Select a menu item Press Call to make a telephone call A pre requisite for this is that your Bluetooth mobile phone has been paired with the vehicle Press Select ...

Page 200: ...Update services and press the controller Activating BMW Assist BMW Assist must be activated to use the ser vices Requirements Make sure that the vehicle can determine its current position Reception is best when you have an unobstructed view to the sky Leave the ignition switched on during the activation process Activating 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open ...

Page 201: ...tes The status is displayed on the Control Display If you open another menu the activation process continues to run in the background Displaying vehicle data With BMW Assist activated you can have the Telematics ID displayed The Telematics ID is used to identify your vehicle These data are transmitted to the service 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the me...

Page 202: ...BMW Assist 200 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Profile is selected and press the controller Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

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Page 205: ...intain your car s mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and breakdown assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 206: ...nal injury and property damage Place the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door When refueling insert the filler nozzle com pletely into the filler pipe Avoid raising the filler nozzle during refueling otherwise this results in premature pump shutoff can lead to reduced efficiency in the fuel vapor recovery system The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the...

Page 207: ... among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels containing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by weight that is 15 MTBE or 3 methanol plus an equivalent amount of co solvent will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship The use of poor quality fuels may result in problems relating to drivabi...

Page 208: ...nd tire brands respectively approved and recommended by BMW a list of these is available from your BMW center For correct identification of the right tire infla tion pressure for your tires observe the follow ing Tire sizes for your vehicle Load conditions Maximum allowable driving speed Tire inflation pressures for driving up to 100 mph 160 km h For normal driving up to 100 mph 160 km h adjust pr...

Page 209: ...38 260 41 280 46 320 255 40 ZR 19 33 230 33 230 41 280 285 35 ZR 19 36 250 36 250 46 320 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 243 Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds up to max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceed ing 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold t...

Page 210: ...e is a 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 govern ment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due t...

Page 211: ... mm At tread depths below 0 12 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface Winter tires noticeably loose their suitability for winter use below a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm For the sake of safety new tires should be installed Wear indicators at the tread groove base refer to arrow are distributed over the tire...

Page 212: ... and vehicle response use only tires of a single tread config uration from a single manufacturer Following tire damage have the original wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible Wheels with electronics for TPM Tire Pressure Monitor When mounting new tires or converting from summer to winter tires or vice versa only use wheels with TPM electronics otherwise the Tire P...

Page 213: ...red With tires of different makes and types such a change is not permissible Snow chains BMW only tests certain fine link snow chains classifies them as road safe and recommends them Consult your BMW center for more infor mation Use is only permitted in pairs with winter tires of the size 245 45 R 18 on the rear wheels Observe the manufacturer s instructions when mounting snow chains Do not exceed...

Page 214: ...e is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety haz ards Hood Releasing Pull lever Opening Press the release handle and open the hood Do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down You cannot start off with the hood open Closing Close the hood from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear other...

Page 215: ...ler neck for engine oil refer to Adding engine oil 2 Expansion tank for coolant refer to page 217 3 Starting aid terminal refer to page 234 4 Body ground negative terminal 5 Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlamp and windshield cleaning systems refer to page 68 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 216: ...een the two marks A new measurement is automatically taken after each engine start Possible displays 1 Oil level OK 2 Oil level is being determined This process can take approx 1 minute when stopped on a level surface and approx 5 minutes while driving If the engine oil has been topped off the measurement of the oil level can take up to 30 minutes 3 Oil level at minimum Add a maximum of 1 US quart...

Page 217: ...ange to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Service requirements is selected and press the controller 6 Change to the second field from the top if necessary Turn the controller until Engine oil level is selected and press the control ler The oil level is displayed Possible messages Engine oil level O K No measurement available Updating engine oil level measurement The engine oil lev...

Page 218: ...MW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel Approved engine oils The quality of the engine oil selected has critical significance for the operation and service life of an engine BMW continuously approves spe cific oils after confirming their suitability for use in its vehicles with extensive testing Do not use oil additives under some cir cumstances they can damage your engine Your...

Page 219: ...iron mental laws and regulations when dis posing of used coolant additives Checking coolant level 1 Do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down 2 Turn the cap of the expansion tank counter clockwise to allow any accumulated pres sure to escape then continue turning to open 3 The coolant level is correct when the upper end of the float rod is at the same height as the upper edge of the fi...

Page 220: ...nspections depending on local regulations Service data in remote control Your vehicle stores the information required maintenance continuously in the remote con trol during driving After accessing the data stored in the remote control your BMW Service Advisor can suggest precisely the right array of service procedures for your own individual vehi cle You should therefore hand over the remote contr...

Page 221: ...ve misfiring of the engine In this case you should reduce speed and drive to the nearest BMW center as soon as possible Heavy engine misfiring causes seri ous damage to the emission relevant compo nents especially the catalytic converter within a short time If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight ened the OBD system can detect the escape of fuel vapor Then a display lights up If the cap is th...

Page 222: ...o corrosion of the brake rotors Car washes Give preference to cloth car washes Do not use high pressure car washes because they can cause drops of water to penetrate in the vicinity of the windshield Before driving into the car wash make sure that it is suitable for your BMW Pay attention to the following points Dimensions of your vehicle refer to page 241 If necessary fold in the outside rearview...

Page 223: ...l as interference with the rain sensor Convertible top care The appearance and service life of the convert ible top depend on proper care and operation Please follow these instructions Never stow the convertible top in the con vertible top compartment when it is wet or frozen since this can cause water marks mildew stains and scuff marks Remove water marks on the headliner with a microfiber cloth ...

Page 224: ...s cloth covered paneling Clean regularly with a vacuum cleaner in order to remove surface dirt In the event of more serious soiling such as bev erage stains use a soft sponge or a lint free microfiber cloth in combination with suitable interior cleaners Follow the instructions on the packaging Clean upholstery material over a large area extending out to the seams Avoid intense friction Open Velcro...

Page 225: ...stroy the web bing Inside sensors Clean inside sensors such as those of the high beam assistant using a lint free cloth moist ened with glass cleaner Displays Clean displays like the radio or the Control Dis play using a display cleaning cloth or a soft nonabrasive lint free cloth Avoid using excessive pressure when cleaning displays otherwise you could damage them Never use chemical based cleanse...

Page 226: ...se a clean cloth napkin etc or hold the bulb by its metal socket A selection of replacement bulbs is available at your BMW center Whenever you perform any work on the electrical system turn off the systems consumers involved to prevent short circuits from occurring To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer For infor...

Page 227: ...ine compartment 35 watt bulb H 8 1 Remove the cover cap 1 by pressing the tab and removing the cover cap upward 2 Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove 3 Remove and replace the bulb Always wear gloves and eye protection the atmosphere inside the H8 bulb is pressurized Otherwise there is a danger of inju ries if the bulb is accidentally damaged during replacement Side mounted turn signals 5 w...

Page 228: ...mission Have all vehicle occu pants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain outside the immediate area in a safe place such as behind a guardrail If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp is required set it up on the roadside at an appropriate distance from the rear of the vehi cle Comply with all safety guidelines and regu lations Preparation The M Mobility System is locate...

Page 229: ...tle or compressor and wheel Connector cable and connecting hose are stored on underside of compressor Using M Mobility System To repair a flat tire with the M Mobility System proceed as follows Fill sealant into wheel refer to page 227 Distribute sealant refer to page 228 Produce tire inflation pressure refer to page 228 Filling sealant into wheel Strictly comply with the specified order otherwise...

Page 230: ...rsonnel if the tire can not be made ready for driving with the M Mobility System The tire inflation pressure must be at least 29 psi 200 kPa Otherwise do not con tinue driving Continue driving Do not exceed the permissible maximum speed of 50 mph 80 km h otherwise accidents can occur Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor For details refer to page 87 Have the defective tire and the sealant bottle of t...

Page 231: ...ty precautions above 2 Prevent the vehicle from rolling Place the chock behind the front wheel on the other side of the vehicle or on inclines in front of this wheel On steeply inclined roads always secure the vehicle against rolling 3 Loosen the lug bolts a half turn Jacking up vehicle The jacking points for the car jack are located in the positions shown 1 Position the vehicle jack at the jackin...

Page 232: ...efer to page 87 and the Sequential Manual Trans mission refer to After changing wheels tires on page 210 4 Replace the damaged tire as soon as possi ble and have the new wheel tire balanced Stowing wheel and tools Convertible a rear wheel can only be transported with the convertible top com partment floor folded up 1 Lay the wheel in the tool mounting 2 Lay the cover on the mounting 3 Coupe center...

Page 233: ...dividual settings are lost and must be updated again Seat mirror and steering wheel memory The positions must be stored again refer to page 49 Time and date Must be updated again refer to page 78 Radio Radio stations must be stored again refer to page 158 Navigation system You must wait until the system becomes functional again refer to page 126 Power windows The pinch prevention system for the po...

Page 234: ...cargo bay Fold the cover under the floor mat upward and remove the bracket for the onboard tool kit Information on fuse allocation 1 and additional fuses 2 are provided there Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 235: ...t 2 Press the SOS button for at least 2 sec onds The LED in the button lights up As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established the LED flashes When the emergency request is received at the BMW Assist Response Center the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and arranges for additional steps to help you If conditions allow remain in the vehicle until the c...

Page 236: ...is tance in your home country can be found in the Contact brochure With BMW Assist you can contact the Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group for assistance in the event of a breakdown directly via iDrive refer to page 194 Jump starting When your battery is discharged you can use two jumper cables to start your BMW with power from the battery in a second vehicle You can also use the same method to h...

Page 237: ...tery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle Your BMW M6 has a special nut as body ground or negative terminal 5 Attach the second end of the cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started Starting engine 1 Start the engine on the assisting vehicle and allow it to run at idle for several minutes at slightly increased speed...

Page 238: ...smission Gearshift lever in neutral position Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic Make sure that selector lever position N is engaged with the ignition switched on as otherwise the engine can be damaged during towing Towing methods Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result In some countries towing with tow bars or ropes in public traffic is ...

Page 239: ... country specific regulations 2 Switch on the ignition refer to page 60 3 Shift into 3rd gear 4 Tow start with the clutch completely depressed and slowly release the clutch After the engine starts immediately depress the clutch again completely 5 Stop at a suitable location remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn ing flashers 6 Have the vehicle checked Sequential Manual Transmiss...

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Page 241: ...ns the technical data the short commands of the voice command system and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information you are looking for Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 242: ...ta Engine data M6 Displacement cu in cmμ 305 1 4 999 No of cylinders 10 Maximum output hp 500 at engine speed rpm 7 750 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 383 520 at engine speed rpm 6 100 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 243: ...ce Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Dimensions Coupe All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 41 0 ft 12 5 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 244: ...Technical data 242 Convertible All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 41 ft 12 5 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 245: ...ad lbs kg 941 427 849 385 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 403 1 090 2 469 1 120 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 646 1 200 2 844 1 290 Cargo bay capacity cu ft l 15 9 450 10 6 300 with raised convertible top compart ment floor refer to page 37 cu ft l 12 4 350 Notes Fuel tank US gal liters approx 18 5 70 Fuel grade page 205 including reserve of US gal liters approx 4 15 Window and headlamp washe...

Page 246: ...tion Assistance window trip computer or Assistance window onboard info To change scale in assistance window 126 Assistance window scale feet or Assistance window scale miles Function Command To open phone 185 Phone To dial phone number 185 Dial number To display phone book 186 A to Z To select from the phone book 186 Call or Dial name To display Top 8 187 Top 8 To redial 187 Redial To display Rece...

Page 247: ...s along route 143 Route list To switch on voice instructions 143 Navigation info on To switch off voice instructions 143 Navigation info off To repeat voice instructions 144 Repeat navigation info To open route 141 Route menu To open New route 144 New route To display current position 147 Current position Function Command Function Command To open Car Data 72 Car data To display computer 72 Onboard...

Page 248: ... SAT radio presets To open All channels of the satellite radio 163 SAT radio all channels To open Categories of the satellite radio 163 SAT radio categories To open CD player 166 CD menu To switch on CD player 166 CD To open CD changer 166 CD changer menu To switch on CD changer 166 CD changer To select a CD in the CD changer 166 CD 1 6 To select music track 167 CD track To select a CD and music t...

Page 249: ...ing 66 98 Lighting To open Service requirements 195 74 Service requirements To open Service 74 195 Service To open BMW Service settings settings 197 BMW service settings To display Check Control messages 75 Check Control messages To open Head Up Display 94 Head Up Display To set brightness of Control Display 80 Brightness To open Units 80 Units To open Language 80 126 Language To open Time 79 Time...

Page 250: ...er to Ventilation 106 Air outlets refer to Ventilation 106 Air recirculation refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 105 Air recirculation on off 55 Air supply automatic climate control 102 Air volume 104 AKI refer to Fuel specifications 205 Alarm system 37 avoiding unintentional alarms 38 interior motion sensor 38 switching off alarm 37 switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion ...

Page 251: ...unintentional alarms 38 Avoid tollroads in navigation 139 Axle loads refer to Weights 243 A Z 186 B Backrest contour refer to Lumbar support 48 Backrests refer to Seats 47 Backrest width adjustment 48 Backup lamps replacing bulbs refer to Tail lamps 225 Balance tone control 154 Band aids refer to First aid kit 234 Bass refer to Tone control 153 Bass tone control 153 Battery jump starting 234 refer...

Page 252: ...3 upholstery and cloth covered paneling 222 windows 221 wiper blades 221 Cargo bay capacity 243 emergency release 37 opening closing refer to Luggage compartment lid 36 opening from inside 36 opening from outside 36 opening with remote control 33 Caring for the vehicle finish 221 Car key refer to Keys remote control 30 Car phone 178 installation location refer to Center armrest 111 refer to Mobile...

Page 253: ...ur signal 79 Concert hall tone control 154 Concierge 197 Concierge service 196 Condensation refer to When vehicle is parked 120 Condition Based Service CBS 218 Confirmation 33 Confirmation signals for locking and unlocking 33 Connecting car vacuum cleaner refer to Connecting electrical devices 113 Consumption display refer to Average fuel consumption 72 Consumption statistics refer to Average fuel...

Page 254: ...lume of voice instructions 144 Destination list for navigation 135 Destinations recently driven to 135 Details in audio mode 168 174 Details in radio mode 164 Detour in navigation 147 Dial in mobile phone mode 185 Dial number 185 Digital clock 71 Digital radio refer to High Definition Radio 160 Dimensions Convertible 242 Coupe 241 Directional indicators refer to Turn signals 66 Direction announcem...

Page 255: ...al operation convertible top 43 door lock 34 driver s door 34 fuel filler door 204 hotel function 35 luggage compartment lid 36 Emergency release for luggage compartment lid in cargo bay 37 Emergency request 233 Emergency services refer to Roadside Assistance 234 Enabled services 199 Enabled TeleServices 196 Enable services 199 End call 186 Engine breaking in 118 data 240 M Engine Dynamic Control ...

Page 256: ... for washer fluid 68 FM waveband 156 FM waveband 152 156 Folding into raised position convertible top compartment floor Convertible 37 Footbrake refer to Braking safely 119 Footwell lamps refer to Interior lamps 101 Forward fast CD changer 170 CD player 170 For your own safety 6 Freeway refer to Route criteria 138 Front airbags 91 Front passenger airbags deactivating 92 FTM 88 FTM refer to Flat Ti...

Page 257: ...igh Definition Radio 160 High pressure cleaning jets 220 221 High water refer to Driving through water 119 Hills 119 Holder for cups 112 Home address in navigation 138 Homepage of BMW 4 Hood 212 Horn 10 Hotel function 35 unlocking manually 35 Hot exhaust system 119 Hour memo 79 House number in destination entry 131 Hydraulic brake assist refer to Brake assist 83 Hydroplaning 119 also refer to Mini...

Page 258: ...remote control 109 Interesting destination for navigation 134 Interim time 78 Interior lamps 101 switching on with remote control 33 Interior motion sensor 38 switching off 38 Interior rearview mirror automatic dimming feature 54 Intermittent mode of the wipers 67 J Jacking points 229 Joystick refer to iDrive 16 Jumpering refer to Jump starting 234 Jump starting 234 K Keyless Go refer to Comfort a...

Page 259: ...river s door 34 fuel filler door 204 hotel function 35 Malfunction warnings refer to Check Control 75 Manual air distribution 104 Manual in radio mode 157 Manual operation convertible top 43 door lock 34 driver s door 34 fuel filler door 204 hotel function 35 luggage compartment lid 36 Manual transmission 62 tow starting 237 Map direction of travel 142 Map display 142 Map facing north 142 Map for ...

Page 260: ...ng route criteria 138 starting destination guidance 140 switching off refer to Terminating continuing destination guidance 140 terminating continuing destination guidance 140 voice instructions 143 volume adjustment 144 Navigation voice instructions 55 143 Neck support refer to Front head restraints 50 New address in navigation 136 New destination 128 133 New remote control 30 New route 144 New wh...

Page 261: ...from phone book 187 dialing 185 most recent numbers 187 selecting in phone book 187 Top 8 187 Pinch protection system of power windows 41 Plasters refer to First aid kit 234 Plug in unit for remote control refer to Ignition lock 60 Polish 223 Pollen refer to Microfilter activated charcoal filter 106 Position refer to Displaying current position 147 Position refer to Storing current position 136 PO...

Page 262: ...ng wheels 228 Replacement remote control refer to New remote controls 30 Replacing bulbs refer to Lamps and bulbs 224 Replacing wheels tires refer to New wheels and tires 209 Reporting safety defects 7 Required fuel 205 Reserve warning refer to Fuel gauge 71 Reset 88 89 Reset refer to Resetting tone settings 155 Reset for stopwatch 78 Reset to default with MDrive 56 Reset tone settings 155 Residua...

Page 263: ...ng system refer to After changing wheels tires 210 kick down 64 reverse gear 63 Sequential mode 63 shift lights 65 shiftlock 63 towing 236 tow starting 237 Sequential mode 63 Service refer to Roadside Assistance 234 Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models 218 Service Info 74 195 215 Service Interval Display refer to CBS Condition Based Service 218 refer to Service requirements 73 Se...

Page 264: ...ng refer to Starting engine 61 Starting assistance refer to Jump starting 234 Starting assistant refer to Starting off on uphill slopes 86 Starting difficulties refer to Jump starting 234 Starting off clutch protection with manual transmission 86 on a slippery surface 86 on uphill slopes 86 Start menu iDrive 18 Start route guidance 134 Start service 194 Start service with BMW Assist 197 State Prov...

Page 265: ... The individual vehicle 5 Tightening torque of the lug bolts refer to After mounting 230 Tilt alarm sensor 38 switching off 38 Tilting down of passenger side mirror 54 Time 79 Time Date 79 Time format 79 Timer refer to Preselecting activation times 107 Timer 2 for parked car ventilation 107 Timer 1 for parked car ventilation 107 Tire inflation pressure 206 Tire pressure loss 89 Tire Pressure Monit...

Page 266: ...ead 209 Treble refer to Tone control 153 Treble tone control 153 Trip computer 73 Trip computer 73 Trip distance counter refer to Trip computer 73 refer to Trip meter 70 Triple turn signal 67 Trip meter 70 also refer to Trip computer 73 Trip odometer refer to Trip meter 70 Trunk refer to Luggage compartment 37 Trunk lid refer to Luggage compartment lid 35 Turning circle refer to Dimensions 241 Tur...

Page 267: ...ian models 218 Washer fluid capacity of the reservoir 68 wiper system 68 Water on roads refer to Driving through water 119 Water penetration 220 221 Waveband for radio 156 WB 152 160 Wear indicators in tires refer to Minimum tread depth 209 Weather news flashes 160 Website BMW 4 Weights 243 Welcome lamps 97 Wheel tire combination refer to New wheels and tires 209 Wheel tire damage 209 Wheelbase re...

Page 268: ... X Xenon lamps 225 replacing bulbs 225 Y Your individual vehicle programmable button on steering wheel 55 settings refer to MDrive 55 settings refer to Personal Profile 30 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 775 08 08 BMW AG ...

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