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Displaying streets and towns/cities of
route

You can have the roads and towns along the
route displayed during destination guidance.
The distances remaining to be traveled on each
individual road are also displayed.

1.

Select "Navigation" and press the control-
ler.

2.

Change into the third field from the top.
Turn the controller until "Route list" is
selected and press the controller.

To exit the menu:
Select the

arrow and press the controller.

Destination guidance via

voice instructions

Switching voice 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 controller until "Language / Units"
is selected and press the controller.

5.

Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the
controller until "Languages" is selected and
press the controller.

6.

Select "Navigation voice instructions" and
press the controller.

The voice instructions are switched on.

The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use

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Summary of Contents for 2009 6 Series

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

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

Page 4: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ...al interior accessories Driving tips 126 Things to remember when driving Navigation 134 Starting navigation system 136 Destination entry 148 Destination guidance 157 What to do if Entertainment 160 On off and tone 164 Radio 171 Satellite radio 174 CD player and CD changer 180 AUX IN connection 181 USB audio interface mobile phone audio interface Communications 186 Telephoning 201 BMW Assist Mobili...

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

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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ... Convertible opening and closing rear windows 41 4 Opening and closing front windows 40 5 Exterior mirrors folding in and out 55 6 Adjusting exterior mirrors 55 Automatic curb monitor 56 7 Turn signals 65 High beams headlamp flasher 106 High beam assistant 106 Roadside parking lamps 106 Check Control 81 Computer 77 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...175 Scrolling in phone book and in lists with stored phone numbers Individually programmable 57 Individually programmable 57 Leaving lane warning 102 10 Windshield wipers 66 Rain sensor 66 11 Starting stopping engine and switching ignition on off 60 14 Steering wheel heater 56 Steering wheel adjustment 56 15 Cruise control 67 Active cruise control 68 17 Opening luggage compartment lid 35 18 Head U...

Page 14: ...e temperature 76 Indicator and warning lamps 81 Speed for cruise control 68 Desired speed for active cruise control 72 8 Display for Odometer and trip odometer 76 Computer 77 Date and remaining travel distance for service requirements 79 Sport automatic transmission 62 Dynamic Driving Control 64 High beam assistant 106 Check Control message present 81 9 Fuel gauge 77 10 Resetting trip odometer 76 ...

Page 15: ...d warning lamps Additional information e g on the cause and elimination of a malfunction can be opened via the Check Control system refer to page 81 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 High beams headlamp flasher 106 Fog lamps 108 Handbrake applied 6...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 Around the center console controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ...ro fessional navigation system 134 16 Drive for audio CDs 174 17 Entertainment sound output on off and adjusting volume 161 19 Bracket for cup holder 120 20 Controller 16 Can be turned pressed or moved in four directions 21 Opening start menu on Control Display 18 22 Dynamic Driving Control 64 23 Selecting AM or FM waveband 24 Selecting radio CD and CD changer Temperature setting left right 111 Au...

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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 20: ... Tone and display settings Settings for your vehicle e g 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 hidden after ...

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 86 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 246 Opening start menu An example selecting a track 1 Switch on Entertainment sound output if...

Page 28: ...ation 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 glass sun roof or convertible top closed to prevent interference from ambient noise Avo...

Page 29: ...At a glance 27 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 30: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

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 2 600 759 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: ...Distance Control optical warn ing refer to page 87 Head Up Display selection and bright ness of display refer to page 98 BMW Night Vision display settings refer to page 102 Automatic climate control for AUTO pro gram and intensity cooling function and automatic recirculated air control recircu lated air mode temperature air distribution temperature in the upper body region refer to page 111 Naviga...

Page 34: ...vior 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 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Doo...

Page 35: ...at adequate clearance is available 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 Selec...

Page 36: ...on vertible 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 ...

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: ...ts e g leaves can trigger false alarms refer to Avoiding unintentional 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 o...

Page 41: ...ase make sure that the ignition and all electronic systems consumers 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 the glass sunroof and the slid ing visor are closed Watch during the closing process to be sure that no one is injured Remov...

Page 42: ... lock When unlocking or locking comfort closing do not simultaneously grasp the door handle and touch the surfaces arrow 2 or 3 Otherwise you may limit the function Replacing battery If the battery of the remote control is dead a message will appear in the Control Display 1 Remove integrated key from remote con trol refer to page 30 2 Remove cover 3 Lay in new battery with positive side facing upw...

Page 43: ...lose the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch The rear windows cannot be closed automatically Together 1 Briefly press button 1 The LEDs in button 1 and switch 2 light up for approx 10 seconds 2 Press switch 2 Down to the resistance point All windows including the rear window continue to open as long as you press the switch You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the sw...

Page 44: ... otherwise the pinch protection system will be impaired Convertible the rear side windows and rear window are not equipped with a pinch protec tion system Therefore watch the rear side win dows and the rear window during closing oth erwise injuries can occur Closing without pinch protection system In case of danger from outside or if for example ice on the window prevents normal closing pro ceed a...

Page 45: ... and the sliding visor opens again slightly Despite the pinch protection system inspect the sunroof s travel path prior to closing it as the safety system might fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions such as very thin objects and the sunroof would con tinue closing Closing without pinch protection system In case of danger from outside slide the switch forward beyond the resistance point and ...

Page 46: ...op were to be operated these objects could fall off and lead to damage or injury Never move the convertible top when the roll over protection system is raised Driving without having completed the opening or closing action can lead to damage or injury Do not place hands in the top mechanism dur ing the opening and closing action Keep chil dren away from the travel path of the convert ible top For s...

Page 47: ...s 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 the convertible top remains in that positi...

Page 48: ...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 49: ...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 50: ...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 51: ...loss in extremely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 95 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 52: ...ind deflector will be damaged Adjusting seat To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection please observe the adjustment instructions on page 49 1 Angle 2 Longitudinal direction 3 Height 4 Backrest 5 Convertible head restraints refer to page 53 With the sports seat you can also adjust the thigh support manually Pull the lever and adjust the thigh support in the longit...

Page 53: ...tch for the steering wheel adjustment in any direction refer to page 56 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 last positio...

Page 54: ...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 55: ...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 56: ...n tinue to provide optimized protection please observe the adjustment instructions on page 49 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 57: ...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 51 Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manually by pressing agai...

Page 58: ...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 59: ...to AUC Automatic recirculated air con trol on page 113 Mute on off 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 Night Vision on off To switch BMW Night Vision on off 5 Select the desired function unit and press the controll...

Page 60: ...en with a child restraint system For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page 96 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 rest...

Page 61: ...estraint 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 routed over sharp edges and does not twist on its way to the upper m...

Page 62: ...n Pressing the Start Stop button switches the radio readiness or the ignition on and off The engine is started when you press the Start Stop button and depress the clutch if your vehicle is equipped with the manual transmission or the brake if your vehicle is equipped with the sport automatic transmis sion Radio readiness Some electronic systems consumers are ready for operation The time and outsi...

Page 63: ... ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle refer to page 38 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Depress the clutch pedal and shift into idling position 3 Press the Start Stop button Sport automatic transmission Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle refer to page 38 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Press the Start Stop button Switching engine off When leaving the vehicle always take th...

Page 64: ... 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 the 3rd or 4th gear could result ...

Page 65: ... P R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary The rear wheels are locked P is engaged as soon as you switch off the engine unless N is engaged and with comfort access the remote control is inserted in the ignition lock refer to Before driving into a car wash page 61 N Neutral Can for example be engaged in automatic car washes The vehicle ...

Page 66: ...one of the shift paddles To shift down press one of the shift pad dles Dynamic Driving Control The Dynamic Driving Control makes it possible for your BMW to react in an even more perfor mance oriented manner at the push of a button The speed range of the engine is optimally utilized Gearshifts are faster The engine responds more spontaneously to accelerator pedal movements The steering will operat...

Page 67: ...2 and leave it inserted in the opening The transmission lock is released Locking 1 Pull out the screwdriver upward The transmission lock is locked again 2 Reinstall the cover and the trim piece Information on jump starting and towing from page 236 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 ...

Page 68: ...n sensor 4 Cleaning windshield headlamps and BMW Night Vision camera 5 Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Switching on wipers Pull the lever upward arrow 1 The lever automatically returns to its initial posi tion when released Normal wiper speed Press once The system reverts to operation in the intermit tent mode when the vehicle is stationary Fast wiper speed Press twice or press beyond the ...

Page 69: ...it away from ignition sources and store only in the closed original container out of reach of children Otherwise there is the danger of bodily injury Always observe the instructions for use provided on the containers Filler neck for washer fluid All washer nozzles are supplied from one reser voir Fill with water and if required with a washer antifreeze according to manufacturer s recom mendations ...

Page 70: ... and decelerating Pull the lever arrow 2 Functions 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 shift very slowly when you shift the manual transmission into idling mode or when you shift the automatic trans...

Page 71: ...ocking the road Active cruise control is not and must not be used as a collision avoidance warning system Since this active cruise control system is a new technology and operates differently from con ventional cruise control systems which you may be accustomed to it is necessary that you read all of the pages relating to this system before use Carefully read and observe the information on the syst...

Page 72: ... Selecting distance to vehicle driving ahead refer to page 70 Storing current speed Tap the lever arrow 1 or briefly pull it arrow 2 The system stores the current vehicle speed It is indicated on the speedometer and briefly in the instrument cluster Increasing desired speed Press or tap the lever to the resistance point or beyond arrow 1 until the desired speed is dis played The speed then display...

Page 73: ...ently traveled roads without a shoulder or guard rails or if the radar sensor is covered with dirt refer to page 72 If the system is interrupted then it is nec essary for the driver to actively intervene by braking and steering Otherwise there is a risk of an accident Resuming stored desired speed and distance While driving Press button 4 The displays appear in the instrument cluster While stopped...

Page 74: ...display of stored desired speed If the display mph km h appears briefly the conditions necessary for oper ation may currently not be met Warning lamps The indicator 2 continuously flashes yellow The prerequisites for operating the system are no longer met e g as a result of ABS or DSC interven tions The system brakes until you actively take over The indicator 2 flashes red a sig nal sounds The sys...

Page 75: ...w your vehicle when a very slow moving vehicle stopped vehicle or stationary object is in the lane ahead of you for example when approaching a traffic light or parked vehicle or when a vehicle is stalled in your lane Also the system does not react to oncoming traffic pedestrians or other types of potential traffic such as a rider on a horseback It is also possible that the system may not detect sm...

Page 76: ...also applies to great differences in speed between your vehicle and vehicles ahead e g when quickly approaching a truck Once the system has established that a vehicle is indeed in front of you it will indicate that you must brake and or maneuver the vehicle yourself Take action yourself otherwise there is a risk of an accident Behavior in curves If the selected desired speed for a curve is too hig...

Page 77: ...e vehicle floor do not inter fere with movement of the accelerator pedal While active cruise control is capable of braking your vehicle automatically when you approach a slower vehicle ahead it is important to be aware that the ability of the sys tem to apply the brakes is also limited e g when you reduce your desired speed sharply It uses only a portion of braking system capacity and does not uti...

Page 78: ...ature warning If the display drops to 377 36 a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights up A mes sage appears on the Control Display There is an increased danger of ice Even at temperatures above 377 36 ice can form Therefore drive care fully e g on bridges and sections of road in the shade otherwise there is an increased accident risk Tachometer Avoid engine speeds in the white striped advance war...

Page 79: ...s below 30 miles 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 Cruising range Average speed Average fuel consumption No information Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel The range is ...

Page 80: ...ntering a destination in the navigation system refer to page 136 Cruising range Average speed Average fuel consumption Resetting values You can reset the values for the average speed and average fuel consumption 1 Select the respective menu item and press the controller 2 To confirm your selection press the con troller again Entering a distance manually 1 Select Distance to dest and press the cont...

Page 81: ...nce window and press the con troller 2 Select a menu item Onboard info Trip computer 3 Press the controller Service requirements The remaining driving distance and the date for the next maintenance are displayed briefly with the ignition switched on Your BMW Service Advisor can deter mine your vehicle s current service requirements by reading out the data stored in the remote control Additional in...

Page 82: ...g Please arrange a service appointment The service deadline has already passed Entering deadlines for legally required inspections Make sure the date on the Control Display is set correctly refer to page 85 otherwise the effec tiveness of CBS Condition Based Service is not ensured 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Info sources and press the control ler 4 Select...

Page 83: ... 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 been generated The symbol con tinues to be visible even when the Check Con trol message disappears after a short time The warning lamps and text messages are stored and can be displayed later ...

Page 84: ...ge is displayed 2 Press the button When the button is pressed again a differ ent message is displayed Displaying supplementary information 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 Turn the controller until Info sources is selected and press the controller 4 Turn the controller until Service Info is select...

Page 85: ...mit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message indicates when you have reached this speed This enables you for example to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least 3 mph 5 km h Displaying setting or changing limit iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16...

Page 86: ...low the ongoing primary stopwatch count All of the other functions remain available even while the stopwatch is running The stopwatch continues operation in the back ground Settings on Control Display iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button once or twice until the start menu appears 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected ...

Page 87: ...remote control cur rently in use Setting date 1 Select Date and press the controller 2 Select Set date and press the controller The first setting of the date display is selected 3 Turn the controller to make the adjustment 4 Press the controller to apply the setting The next setting is selected 5 Make the remaining adjustments After the last adjustment the date is stored Setting date format 1 Sele...

Page 88: ...Turn the controller until Units is selected and press the controller 6 Select the menu item to be set 7 Press the controller 8 Select the desired unit of measure and press the controller The settings are stored for the remote key cur rently in use Language on Control Display You can change the language of the text dis plays iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This op...

Page 89: ...he 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 a signal tone from the...

Page 90: ...ar 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 personal injury or property damage Loud sources of sound inside and outside the vehicle could drown out the PDC signal tone Driving stability control systems Your BMW is equipped with ...

Page 91: ... longer than approx 10 seconds DTC Dynamic Trac tion Control and DSC are deactivated together Stabilizing and drive output promoting actions are no longer executed The stability promoting intervention of the active steering is also deac tivated refer to page 95 A message appears on the Control Display Please note any supplementary information that appears there To increase vehicle stability activa...

Page 92: ... A message appears on the Control Display The brake assistant is defective Have the system checked as soon as possible Display of the previously described malfunction in Canadian models Starting assistant The starting assistant enables you to start off conveniently on slopes The handbrake is not required for this purpose 1 Hold the vehicle with the brake 2 Release the brake and begin to drive imme...

Page 93: ... snowy or slippery road surface Sporty driving style slip in the drive wheels high lateral acceleration Driving with snow chains Initializing system The initialization finishes during driving which can be interrupted at any time When driving resumes the initialization is con tinued automatically The system is initialized after this activation phase The system is not initialized when traveling with...

Page 94: ... teristics If unusual vibrations or loud noises occur while the vehicle is being driven this can indicate final failure of the damaged tire Reduce speed and stop at a suitable loca tion as soon as possible otherwise pieces of the tire could become detached and cause an accident Do not continue driving but instead contact your BMW center TPM Tire Pressure Monitor The concept TPM checks the tire inf...

Page 95: ...e 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 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until TPM is selected and press the controller 6 Start the engine but do not start driving 7 Select Reset and press the controller 8 Select Yes and press the con...

Page 96: ...ther systems or devices which use the same radio frequency Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle ...

Page 97: ...BMW over the entire speed range In critical situations the system can make tar geted corrections to the steering angle pro vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes This stability pro moting intervention is deactivated when DSC is switched off refer to page 89 Malfunction The warning lamp lights up yellow and a message is shown on the Control Dis play Active s...

Page 98: ...s with correspondingly trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses Otherwise unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag triggering either of which could result in personal injury Warnings and information on the airbags is also provided on the sun visors Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags The occupation of th...

Page 99: ...gs on the front passenger side are activated The indicator lamp does not light up when the seat is empty But the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are still deactivated Operational readiness of airbag system From radio readiness refer to page 60 the warning lamp lights up briefly indicating the operational readiness of the entire airbag sys tem and the safety belt tensioners ...

Page 100: ...op when the rollover protection system is raised No changes of any nature may be made to the individual components of the rollover protec tion system and wiring Work on the rollover protection system may only be performed at a BMW center Unprofessional attempts to service the system can lead to failure or malfunction For a system check and to ensure long term functioning you must comply with the m...

Page 101: ...e control currently in use Setting brightness The brightness of the display is adapted to the ambient lighting conditions However you can change the base setting With the low beams switched on the brightness can also be adjusted with the knurled wheel of the instrument lighting iDrive for operating principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to op...

Page 102: ...e is viewed by an infrared camera and a generated image is shown on the Control Display The resulting thermal image shows the relative heat radiation of the objects present in the camera s field of view Warmer objects appear brighter and cooler objects appear darker Contrast is dependent on the temperature difference between the objects and the background and on the amount of heat radiation of the...

Page 103: ...n a manner that recognizes potential hazards and adjust accordingly BMW Night Vision is not a substitute or replace ment for the driver s responsibility to adapt to visibility and traffic conditions The forward view illuminated by the headlamps must always be the basis for making safe driving decisions oth erwise a safety risk will result Activating BMW Night Vision 1 Turn the light switch to posi...

Page 104: ...image automatically disappears after approx 5 seconds Cleaning camera The function of the camera may be affected by heavy rain and fog dirt snow or ice on the lens When this occurs the displayed image on the Control Display may become gray To minimize icing the camera lens is automati cally heated However it may be necessary to clean the camera lens manually under severe weather conditions When do...

Page 105: ...itute for your personal judgment in determining the course of the road If the system issues a warning do not move the steering wheel with unnecessary severity as otherwise you could loose control of the vehi cle The function of the system may be limited in the following example situations in heavy fog rain or snowfall with worn away poorly visible limit lines or lines that run together or apart or...

Page 106: ...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 105 In the situations described above the lamps then switch to low beams A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause...

Page 107: ...er field if necessary Turn the controller until 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 swi...

Page 108: ...he 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 conditions permit This relieves you of the...

Page 109: ...h cross traffic or with partially hidden oncoming 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 sl...

Page 110: ...mps Instrument lighting You can control the lighting intensity by using the knurled wheel Interior lamps Control of the interior lamps footwell lamps door entry lighting 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...

Page 111: ...g tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reading lamps The reading lamps are beside the interior lamp You can turn them on and off using buttons 2 located next to the lamps Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 112: ...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 113: ...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 114: ...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 115: ...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 116: ...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 117: ...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 118: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 119: ...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 120: ...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 121: ...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 122: ...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 123: ... 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 124: ...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 127: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 128: ...iles 500 km During this break in period engage the clutch gently Following part replacement Observe the break in instructions again if com ponents mentioned above must be replaced after subsequent driving operation Saving fuel The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends on various factors Through a few simple steps your driving style and regular maintenance you can have a positive influence on yo...

Page 129: ... stop go operation For this reason it is a good idea to switch these functions off when they are not really needed Having maintenance carried out Have the vehicle serviced regularly in order to achieve the optimum economy and service life of your vehicle BMW recommends having the maintenance performed by a BMW center Also please pay attention to the BMW maintenance system refer to page 225 General...

Page 130: ...to a gear in which only minimal brake applica tions are needed when descending long or steep downhill stretches Even light but consis tent pressure on the brake can lead to high tem peratures brake wear and possibly even brake failure The braking effect of the engine can be further increased by downshifting if necessary all the way down into first gear This strategy helps you avoid placing excessi...

Page 131: ... will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX lbs or YYY kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 800 lbs and there will be four 150 lb pas sengers in your vehicle the amount of avail able cargo and luggage load capacity is 200 lbs 800 lbs minus 600 lbs 200 lb...

Page 132: ...d either the approved gross vehicle weight or either of the approved axle loads refer to page 245 as excessive loads can pose a safety hazard and may also place you in viola tion of traffic safety laws You should never transport unsecured heavy or hard objects in the passenger compartment as they could fly around and pose a safety hazard to the vehicle s occupants during abrupt brak ing or evasive...

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Page 135: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 136: ...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 138: ...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 139: ...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 140: ...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 141: ... be started immediately Select Add to destination list and press the controller The destination is stored in the destination list refer to page 143 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 142: ...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 143: ...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 144: ...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 145: ...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 146: ...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 136 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 147: ...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 136 5 Select Store in address book and press the controller Deleting individual destinations from address book 1 Select Address ...

Page 148: ...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 136 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 149: ...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 150: ...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 151: ... 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 152: ...on last selected can be displayed hidden refer to Selecting destination via informa tion on page 142 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 153: ...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 154: ...returning 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 inform...

Page 155: ...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 156: ... 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 157: ...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 158: ...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 150 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 159: ... 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 161: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 162: ...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 163: ...From 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 ...

Page 164: ...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 165: ... 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 166: ... page 166 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 167: ... 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 168: ...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 169: ...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 170: ...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 iBiquity 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 cont...

Page 171: ...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 173: ...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 174: ...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 175: ...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 176: ...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 177: ...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 178: ...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 179: ...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 180: ... 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 181: ...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 182: ...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 183: ... 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 184: ...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 185: ...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 187: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 188: ... 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 189: ... 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 190: ...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 191: ...the Internet at 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 no ...

Page 192: ... 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 193: ...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 194: ...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 195: ...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 196: ...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 197: ...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 198: ...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 199: ... entries you will be supported by announcements or questions in many cases The same prerequisites as for operation via iDrive apply refer to page 192 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 200: ...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 201: ...roof closed to prevent interference from ambi ent 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 t...

Page 202: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 203: ...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 204: ...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 205: ...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 206: ...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 207: ...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 208: ...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 209: ...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 210: ...BMW Assist 208 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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 211: ...209 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 212: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 213: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 214: ...al 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 215: ...ed significant differences in fuel quality volatility composi tion additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels containing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by weight that is 15 MTBE or 3 methanol plus an equivalent amount of co solvent will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or work...

Page 216: ... 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 pressures to the...

Page 217: ...270 Front 245 35 R 20 91 W Rear 275 30 R 20 93 Y 32 220 33 230 32 220 33 230 33 230 39 270 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 245 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...

Page 218: ...a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1γ times as well on the govern ment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia tions in driving habits service practices and dif ferences in road characteristics and climate T...

Page 219: ...specifies a minimum tread depth of 0 063 in 1 6 mm At tread depths below 0 12 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface Winter tires noticeably loose their suitability for winter use below a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm For the sake of safety new tires should be installed Wear indicators at the tread groove ba...

Page 220: ...right wheels and tires BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle Variations in factors such as manufac turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions than the approved units these differences could lead to body contact and with it the risk...

Page 221: ...occur which can result in acci dents Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire Rotating wheels between axles BMW does not recommend moving the front wheels to the rear or vice versa as other...

Page 222: ...ed out properly there 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 Closing Close the hood from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear otherwise injuries may re...

Page 223: ...mpartment 1 Filler spout for engine oil refer to Adding engine oil 2 Starting aid terminal refer to page 236 3 Filler neck for washer fluid of the headlamp and windshield cleaning systems refer to page 67 4 Expansion tank for coolant refer to page 223 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 224: ...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 level is measured This pro cess can take approx 1 minute when stopped on a level surface with the engine running and approx 5 minutes while driv ing If the engine oil has been topped off the measurement of the oil level can take up to 30 minute...

Page 225: ...small quantities of other synthetic oils between oil changes Only use oils of the specification API SM or higher Your BMW center will be happy to answer detailed questions on BMW High Perfor mance Synthetic Oil or approved synthetic oils You can also call BMW of North America at 1 800 831 1117 or visit the website at www bmwusa com to obtain this information Do not use oil additives under some cir...

Page 226: ...continue turning to open 3 The coolant level is correct when the cool ant level is between the MIN and MAX marks refer to the diagram adjacent to the filler neck 4 If the coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 5 Turn the cap until it clicks 6 Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BM...

Page 227: ...e fluid Vehicle check Legally mandated inspections 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 sho...

Page 228: ...ou 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 then tightened the display will go out with...

Page 229: ... to a reduction in braking efficiency and also to 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 pa...

Page 230: ...rtible 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 and interior cleanser When parking for long ...

Page 231: ...l function Interior care Upholstery materials 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 ...

Page 232: ...de 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 cleansers or household scouring products Keep all l...

Page 233: ...urface and reduce its service life Use 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 provide...

Page 234: ...s The illustration shows the left hand side of the engine 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 da...

Page 235: ...vise you Also refer to New wheels and tires page 218 The suitable tools for changing tires are available as accessories from your BMW center Car jacking points The jacking points for the car jack are located in the positions shown Vehicle battery Battery care The battery is 100 maintenance free i e the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cl...

Page 236: ...before placing the stored vehicle back in service Fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub stitute of another color or amperage rating as this could lead to a circuit overload ultimately resulting in a fire in the vehicle Spare fuses and a pair of plastic tweezers are located in the compartment for the onboard tool kit refer to page 231 Information ...

Page 237: ...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 238: ...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 202 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 239: ...f 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 2 Start the engine on the other vehicle in the usual way If the first starting attempt is not successful wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery t...

Page 240: ...king transmission lock refer to page 64 Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph 70 km h and a towing distance of 90 miles 150 km otherwise the sport auto matic transmission may be damaged Towing methods Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result In some countries towing with tow bars or ropes in public traffic is not permitted Familiar ize yourself with...

Page 241: ...Vehicles equipped with a catalytic converter should only be tow started when the engine is cold When equipped with a sport automatic transmission the engine can not be started by tow starting 1 Switch on the hazard warning flashers comply with 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 rel...

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Page 243: ...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 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 244: ...a Engine data 650i Displacement cu in cmμ 292 8 4 799 No of cylinders 8 Maximum output hp 360 at engine speed rpm 6 300 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 360 488 at engine speed rpm 3 400 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 245: ...ce Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Dimensions Coupe All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 37 4 ft 11 4 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 246: ...Technical data 244 Convertible All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 37 4 ft 11 4 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

Page 247: ...oad lbs kg 838 380 772 350 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 337 1 060 2 403 1 090 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 491 1 130 2 778 1 260 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 213 including reserve of US gal liters approx 2 6 10 Window and headlamp wa...

Page 248: ...tion Assistance window trip computer or Assistance window onboard info To change scale in assistance window 134 Assistance window scale feet or Assistance window scale miles Function Command To open phone 193 Phone To dial phone number 193 Dial number To display phone book 194 A to Z To select from the phone book 194 Call or Dial name To display Top 8 195 Top 8 To redial 195 Redial To display Rece...

Page 249: ...s along route 151 Route list To switch on voice instructions 151 Navigation info on To switch off voice instructions 151 Navigation info off To repeat voice instructions 152 Repeat navigation info To open route 149 Route menu To open New route 152 New route To display current position 155 Current position Function Command Function Command To open Car Data 78 Car data To display computer 78 Onboard...

Page 250: ... SAT radio presets To open All channels of the satellite radio 171 SAT radio all channels To open Categories of the satellite radio 171 SAT radio categories To open CD player 174 CD menu To switch on CD player 174 CD To open CD changer 174 CD changer menu To switch on CD changer 174 CD changer To select a CD in the CD changer 174 CD 1 6 To select music track 175 CD track To select a CD and music t...

Page 251: ...03 Service To open BMW Service settings settings 205 BMW service settings To display Check Control messages 81 Check Control messages To open Head Up Display 99 Head Up Display To set brightness of Control Display 85 Brightness To open Units 86 Units To open Language 86 134 Language To open Time 84 Time To open Date 85 Date To open PDC 87 PDC To open FTM 91 FTM To open TPM 93 TPM To display Blueto...

Page 252: ...bags 95 deactivating refer to Exception for front passenger seat 58 indicator warning lamp 97 indicator lamp for front passenger airbags 97 sitting safely 49 Air distribution automatic 111 manual 112 Airing refer to Ventilation 114 Air outlets refer to Ventilation 114 Air recirculation refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 113 Air recirculation on off 57 Air supply automatic climate cont...

Page 253: ...ogram for automatic climate control 111 Auto Request 203 Autostore on the radio 164 166 AUX 160 180 182 AUX IN connection 119 180 AUX IN in audio mode 180 Average fuel consumption 77 setting units 86 Average speed 77 Avoid ferries in navigation 147 Avoid highways in navigation 147 Avoiding freeways for navigation 146 Avoiding unintentional alarms 38 Avoid tollroads in navigation 147 Axle loads ref...

Page 254: ...a Proposition 65 Warning 6 Call 194 205 accepting 192 displaying accepted 195 ending 193 in absence 195 rejecting 193 starting 193 Calling by entering phone number 193 from phone book 194 from Top 8 list 195 redialing 195 Can holder refer to Cup holders 120 Capacities 245 Car battery refer to Vehicle battery 233 Car Data 78 Care 227 car care products 227 carpets 229 car washes 227 CD DVD player 23...

Page 255: ...ely 58 Chrome plated parts 230 Chrome polish 230 Cigarette lighter 121 Cigarette lighter socket refer to Connecting electrical devices 121 Cleaning your BMW refer to Care 227 Climate 111 Clock 76 12h 24h format 85 hour signal 85 setting time and date 84 Closing from inside 34 from outside 32 Closing fuel filler cap 212 Clothes hooks Coupe 120 Cockpit 10 Cold start refer to Starting engine 61 Combi...

Page 256: ...85 setting 85 Date format 85 Daytime running lamps 105 108 Daytime running lamps 105 replacing bulbs 232 Deactivated 52 Defect door lock 34 glass sunroof 43 luggage compartment lid 36 tires refer to Flat Tire Monitor 90 tires refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 92 Defrosting windows 112 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 112 Defrosting windshield refer to Defrosting windows 112 Defrost positi...

Page 257: ...arking lamps low beams 104 Driving route refer to Displaying route 149 Driving stability control systems 88 Driving through water 128 Driving tips refer to General driving notes 126 Dry air refer to Cooling function 113 Drying the air refer to Cooling function 113 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 89 indicator lamp 13 89 malfunction 90 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 89 activating 89 indicator lamp 13 90...

Page 258: ... 56 automatic heating 55 folding in and out 55 tilting down passenger side exterior mirror 56 External audio device 119 Eye for tow starting and towing refer to Tow fitting 237 F Fader refer to Tone control 162 Fader tone control 162 Failure messages refer to Check Control 81 False alarm refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 38 refer to Switching off alarm 37 Fastening safety belts refer to Safet...

Page 259: ...andbrake 62 indicator lamp 13 62 Hands free system refer to Microphone 14 Hand washing 228 Hazard warning flashers 15 HD radio 168 HD radio refer to High Definition Radio 168 Head airbags 95 Headlamp cleaning tank refer to Capacities 245 Headlamp control automatic 104 Headlamp flasher 65 Headlamps cleaning refer to Wiper system 66 filler neck for washer fluid 221 replacing bulbs 231 Head Light ref...

Page 260: ...e monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 90 Inflation pressure monitoring refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 92 Info menu 18 Information on another location 142 on current position 142 on destination location 142 Information in navigation 142 Information menu refer to i menu 18 Information on destination 144 Info sources 79 Initializing Flat Tire Monitor 91 radio refer to Storing stations 166 refer to ...

Page 261: ...er back support refer to Lumbar support 50 Luggage compartment hotel function 35 increasing capacity Convertible 37 Luggage compartment lid 35 emergency operation 36 emergency release 37 opening from inside 36 opening from outside 36 opening with remote control 33 36 unlocking manually 36 Luggage compartment lid tailgate comfort access 39 Lumbar support 50 LW waveband 164 M M S tires refer to Wint...

Page 262: ...ic tracks finding 176 random play sequence 177 sampling scan 176 Mute on off 57 MW waveband 164 N Navigation 78 136 Navigation destination entering manually 136 home address 146 selecting via map 141 Navigation drive installation location 134 Navigation DVD 134 Navigation instructions refer to Switching voice instructions on off 151 Navigation system 134 address book 144 bypassing route sections 1...

Page 263: ...erheated engine refer to Coolant temperature 76 Overview operating principle 18 radio control 160 screen display 21 P Panic mode 33 Park Distance Control PDC 87 Parked car operation 115 Parked car ventilation 115 Parked car ventilation activating activation time 115 preselecting activation times 115 switching on and off directly 115 Parked car ventilation system LED 110 Parking vehicle 61 Parking ...

Page 264: ...ption quality 167 radio stations 167 regional stations 166 Reception level of mobile phone refer to Status information 21 Recirculated air mode refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 113 Recirculation of air refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 113 Reclining seat refer to Seats 49 Recording times refer to Stopwatch 83 Redialing with mobile phone 199 Redial in mobile phone mode ...

Page 265: ...ABS Antilock Brake System 88 airbags 95 driving stability control systems 88 rollover protection system Convertible 97 safety belts 54 Safety tires refer to Run flat tires 218 Satellite radio 171 enabling channel 171 selecting channel 171 storing channel 171 SAT in radio mode 160 171 Save current destination 146 Scan music tracks on CD 176 stations in radio mode 165 Scan CD changer 176 CD player 1...

Page 266: ...er to Automatic soft closing 35 Song search on CD refer to Sampling tracks 176 SOS refer to Initiating an emergency request 235 Sound distribution in audio mode front rear fader 162 right left balance 162 Spare adapter for spare key 30 fuses 234 key 30 Special oils refer to Approved engine oils 223 Specified oil grades refer to Approved engine oils 223 Speed dependent volume 162 Speed dial refer t...

Page 267: ...ht 106 Symbols 4 indicator warning lamps 13 navigation system 154 status information 21 traffic information with navigation system 152 T Tachometer 76 Tail lamps 232 replacing bulbs 232 Tank capacity also refer to Capacities 245 fuel tank capacity 212 Target cursor for navigation 141 Technical alterations refer to For your own safety 6 Technical data 242 capacities 245 dimensions 243 Telematics re...

Page 268: ...ature refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 89 Traction control refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 89 Traffic information for navigation 152 depiction in route map 154 displaying 153 during destination guidance 155 symbols 154 Traffic Info settings 153 Traffic jam displaying traffic information 152 refer to Bypassing route sections 152 Transmission manual transmission 62 sport automatic trans...

Page 269: ...pendent control 162 voice instructions 152 windshield cleaning system refer to Capacities 245 W Warning lamps refer to Indicator and warning lamps 13 Warning messages refer to Check Control 81 Warning on leaving lane refer to Leaving lane warning 102 Warning triangle 236 Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 225 Washer fluid capacity of the reservoir 67 wiper system 67 Water on ro...

Page 270: ... navigation 147 Working in the engine compartment 220 Wrenches screwdrivers refer to Onboard toolkit 231 X Xenon lamps 232 replacing bulbs 232 Y Your individual vehicle programmable buttons on steering wheel 57 settings refer to Personal Profile 30 Z Zoom with BMW Night Vision 102 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 2 600 759 08 08 BMW AG ...

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