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Open the trunk lid

All around the center console

1 All around the interior rearview mir‐

ror

2 Control Display

3 Glove compartment

167

4 Air vent

157

Hazard warning system

216

Central locking system

6 Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual

for Navigation, Entertainment and Commu‐
nication

7 Automatic climate control

152

8 Controller with buttons

Parking brake

Automatic Hold

PDC Park Distance Control

Top View

HDC Hill Descent Control

119

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Cockpit

Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 909 877 - VI/13

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Summary of Contents for 6 Series Gran Coupe

Page 1: ...s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 6 SERIES GRAN COUPE OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 X...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 3: ...f the technical features available in your BMW The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW An...

Page 4: ...luding excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English XI 13 13 07 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for...

Page 5: ...air work on your vehicle in accordance with BMW specifications While BMW of North America LLC at no cost to you will pay for repairs required by the limited warranties provided with respect to your ve...

Page 6: ...ng Pressure specifications the sentence beginning Pressure specifications apply to approved tire sizes should be disregarded 10 At page 199 under the heading Mounting the paragraph beginning Have moun...

Page 7: ...text should be disregarded and in lieu thereof should be read as follows BMW recommends that you have the oil changed at your BMW dealer s service center or at another service center that has trained...

Page 8: ...recommends that you use vehicle batteries that it has tested and recommends for use in your vehicle otherwise the vehicle could be damaged and systems or functions may not be fully available After a...

Page 9: ...afety 117 Driving stability control systems 125 Driving comfort 152 Climate control 160 Interior equipment 167 Storage compartments Driving tips 174 Things to remember when driving 177 Loading 179 Sav...

Page 10: ...instructions to use with the voice ac tivation system Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Symbols on v...

Page 11: ...e of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm Battery posts terminals and re lated accessories contain lead and lead com pounds Wash your hands after handling Used engi...

Page 12: ...h data memories that tempo rarily or permanently store technical informa tion about the condition of the vehicle events and faults This technical information generally documents the state of a compone...

Page 13: ...he EDR is needed In addition to the ve hicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR R...

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Page 15: ...and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13...

Page 16: ...systems All around the steering wheel 1 Roller sunblind 42 2 Safety switch for the windows and the roller sunblind in the rear 42 3 Power windows 41 4 Exterior mirror operation 51 5 Driver assistance...

Page 17: ...tion Assistant setting cruise control distance 125 Cruise control rocker switch 136 127 10 Instrument cluster 72 11 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source Volume Voice activation 22 Telepho...

Page 18: ...Multimedia see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Commu nication 7 Automatic climate control 152 8 Controller with buttons 16 9 Parking brake 62 Automatic Hold 63 10 PDC Park Distance Cont...

Page 19: ...er All around the headliner 1 Intelligent Emergency Re quest 216 2 Glass sunroof powered 43 3 Indicator lamp front passenger airbag 94 4 Reading lamps 91 5 Interior lamps 90 Cockpit At a glance 15 Onl...

Page 20: ...to other road users never at tempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow this Controls at a glance Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons The...

Page 21: ...lected 1 Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted 2 Press the controller Menu items in the Owner s Manual In the Owner s Manual menu items that can be selected are set in quotati...

Page 22: ...enu is displayed Options menu The Options menu consists of various areas Screen settings e g Split screen This area remains unchanged Control options for the selected main menu e g for Radio If applic...

Page 23: ...ller Status information Status field The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right Time Current entertainment source Sound output on off Wireless network reception streng...

Page 24: ...Press the button 2 Split screen Selecting the display 1 Press the button 2 Split screen 3 Move the controller until the split screen is selected 4 Press the controller or select Split screen content...

Page 25: ...ers and numbers Symbol Function Press the controller delete the let ter or number Press the controller for an extended period delete all letters or numbers Switching between cases letters and numbers...

Page 26: ...voice activation Activating the voice activation system 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command The command is displayed in the instru ment cluster This symbo...

Page 27: ...f necessary 2 Press the button on the steering wheel 3 Multimedia The medium last played is played back 4 C D 5 C D drive 6 Track e g CD track 4 Via short command Playback of the CD can also be starte...

Page 28: ...he vicinity of the interior mirror Environmental conditions Say the commands numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume empha sis and speed Always say commands in the language of the voice ac...

Page 29: ...or for what to do in the event of a flat tire This information can also be displayed during driving Search by pictures Information and descriptions based on illustra tions can be searched via search...

Page 30: ...t repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press the button again to return to the function displayed last 5 Press the...

Page 31: ...Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle At a glance 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 32: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 33: ...that will give you complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for Part no 01 40...

Page 34: ...is used to unlock the car Personal Pro file refer to page 31 Information on the required maintenance is stored in the remote control as well Service data in the remote control refer to page 208 Integ...

Page 35: ...econds while pressing the brake Personal Profile The concept You can set several of your vehicle s functions to suit your personal needs and preferences The settings are automatically saved in the pro...

Page 36: ...ngs without affecting the three Per sonal Profiles This can be useful for drivers who are using the vehicle temporarily and do not have their own profile 1 Settings 2 Profiles The current profile is s...

Page 37: ...leases the locks on the following Doors Trunk lid Fuel filler flap Operating from the outside Via the remote control Via the driver s door lock Via the door handles Via the button in the trunk lid Th...

Page 38: ...itching on interior lamps and courtesy lamps Press the button on the remote control with the vehicle locked Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find yourself in a dangerous situation Pr...

Page 39: ...operate this equipment Using the door lock General information Locking from the outside Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if there are people in it as the vehicle cannot be unlocked from inside...

Page 40: ...tral locking system and then pull the door handle above the arm rest or Pull the door opener twice individually on each door the first time unlocks the door the second time opens it Doors Automatic So...

Page 41: ...ed ar row 2 Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position This secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from the central locking system If the center arm rest is locked the trunk lid cannot be opened Thi...

Page 42: ...the button on the remote control To save battery power ensure that the ignition and all electronic systems and or power con sumers are switched off before locking the ve hicle Convenient closing Pres...

Page 43: ...omatic locking The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Select the desired function Lock if no door opened The vehicle locks automatically after a short p...

Page 44: ...can be opened even when the alarm system is armed Press the button on the remote con trol for approx 1 second After the trunk lid is closed it is locked and monitored again if the doors are locked Th...

Page 45: ...interior motion sensor Press the remote control button again within 10 seconds as soon as the vehicle is locked The indicator lamp lights up for approx 2 sec onds and then continues to flash The tilt...

Page 46: ...he closing force exceeds a certain value 2 Pull the switch past the resistance point again within approx 4 seconds and hold it there The window closes without pinch protec tion Safety switch The follo...

Page 47: ...nal when the igni tion is switched on Keep the closing path clear Monitor the closing process and make sure that the closing path of the glass sunroof is clear otherwise injuries may result Take the r...

Page 48: ...rtain extreme situations such as when thin objects are present Closing without the pinch protection system If there is an external danger or if e g icing of the glass sunroof prevents automatic closin...

Page 49: ...Also on the front passenger side do not incline the backrest on the front passenger side too far to the rear during driving or there is a risk of slipping under the safety belt in the event of an acc...

Page 50: ...are supported for upright posture Press the front rear section of the switch The curvature is increased decreased Press the upper lower sec tion of the switch The curvature is shifted up down Backrest...

Page 51: ...be adjusted if only the door behind the driver is open Controls Press and hold the button until the seat has moved to the desired position Releasing the button stops the motion Front seat heating Swit...

Page 52: ...overheated or for continuous cooling at high temperatures Switching on Press the button once for each venti lation level The highest level is active when three LEDs are lit After a short time the sys...

Page 53: ...its reel Safety belt reminder for driver s and passenger s seat The indicator lamp flashes or lights up and a signal sounds Make sure that the safety belts are positioned cor rectly The safety belt re...

Page 54: ...traint will be impaired and the per sonal safety of the occupants will be endan gered In the case of strain caused by accidents or damage Have the active headrest checked and if nec essary replaced Ad...

Page 55: ...the driver s door 2 Switch off the ignition 3 Briefly press the desired button 1 or 2 The corresponding seat position is performed automatically The procedure stops when a switch for adjust ing the se...

Page 56: ...d slightly on the front pas senger side This improves your view of the curb and other low lying obstacles when park ing for example Activating 1 Slide the mirror changeover switch to the driver s side...

Page 57: ...eel while driving otherwise an unexpected movement could result in an accident Adjusting The steering wheel can be adjusted in four di rections Storing the position Seat mirror and steering wheel memo...

Page 58: ...passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deacti vated Automatic deactivation of front passen ger side airbags refer to page 94 Note Deactivated fro...

Page 59: ...t the back rest width must be opened completely Do not change the adjustment after this otherwise the stability of the child seat will be reduced Child seat security The rear safety belts and the fron...

Page 60: ...OFIX child restraint fixing systems 1 Mount the child restraint fixing system re fer to the user s manual of the system 2 Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop erly connected Child restraint fixing...

Page 61: ...etaining strap by pulling it down Locking the doors and windows Rear doors Push the locking lever on the rear doors down The door can now be opened from the outside only Safety switch for the rear Pre...

Page 62: ...dio ready state when the door is opened if the lights are switched off or the daytime running lights are switched on Ignition off Press the Start Stop button again and do not press on the brake pedal...

Page 63: ...or is inadequately burned posing a risk of overheating and damage to the cata lytic converter Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary Start driving at moderate engi...

Page 64: ...automatic engine start stop function is ready for an auto matic engine start The display indicates that the conditions for an automatic en gine stop have not been satis fied Note The engine is not sw...

Page 65: ...rged Excessive cooling of the passenger com partment when the heating is switched on Activating deactivating the system manually Using the button Press the button LED comes on Auto Start Stop function...

Page 66: ...lled The indicator lamp lights up red a sig nal sounds and the brake lamps light up Lower lamp indicator lamp in Canadian models If the vehicle is braked to a speed of approx 2 mph 3 km h the parking...

Page 67: ...Activating This function can be activated when the driv er s door is closed and the safety belt is fas tened and while driving Press the button The LED and the letters AUTO H light up The indicator la...

Page 68: ...ion P of the automatic transmission is engaged Secure the vehicle in a manner appropriate to the inclination of the road e g with a wheel chock otherwise there is the danger of the ve hicle rolling Un...

Page 69: ...as you want the turn signal to flash High beams headlamp flasher High beams arrow 1 Headlamp flasher arrow 2 Washer wiper system Switching the wipers on off and brief wipe Do not switch on the wipers...

Page 70: ...rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall The sensor is located on the wind shield directly behind the interior rearview mir ror Activating d...

Page 71: ...eactivated Fold the wipers back down Before switching the ignition on fold the wipers back down to the windshield other wise the wipers may become damaged when they are switched on 1 Switch on the ign...

Page 72: ...tically After the engine is switched off when the vehicle is in radio ready state refer to page 59 or when the ignition is switched off refer to page 58 and when position R or D is engaged With the ig...

Page 73: ...ing the M S manual mode 1 Push the selector lever to the left out of transmission position D 2 Push the selector lever forward or pull it backward Manual mode becomes active and the gear is changed Th...

Page 74: ...witches back into automatic mode if the selector lever is in transmission position D Shift up pull right shift paddle Shift down pull left shift paddle Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine...

Page 75: ...Displays in the instrument cluster The transmission position is dis played e g P Driving Controls 71 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 76: ...vehicle e g because of the selected optional equipment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 78 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator warni...

Page 77: ...ernal temperature 79 Transmission display 71 Multifunctional instrument display The concept The instrument dispaly is a variable display When the driving mode is changed the ap pearance is changed to...

Page 78: ...ay automatically changes to the ECO PRO or SPORT in the display when you switch driving modes 1 Settings 2 Info display 3 ECO PRO Info or Driving mode view With Professional Navigation System switchin...

Page 79: ...Blue bonus range Gray range In ECO PRO driving mode the instrument dis play switches to the ECO PRO displays These displays support a driving style that saves on fuel consumption with more prominent r...

Page 80: ...malfunctions in the monitored systems A Check Control message is displayed as a combination of indicator or warning lamps and text messages in the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display In add...

Page 81: ...belts Airbag system Steering system Engine functions Engine functions in Canadian mod els Brake system Brake system in Canadian models ABS Antilock Brake System ABS Antilock Brake System in Canadian m...

Page 82: ...n be displayed again later Displaying stored Check Control messages 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Check Control 4 Select the text message Messages after trip completion Special messages that are d...

Page 83: ...n creased risk of an accident Time The time is displayed at the bot tom of the instrument cluster Setting the time and time for mat refer to page 85 Date The date is displayed in the computer Setting...

Page 84: ...ent service requirements can be read out from the remote control by the service specialist With TeleService data regarding the service status or legally mandated inspections of your vehicle are automa...

Page 85: ...Passing Information The concept Speed limit detection Speed limit detection uses a symbol in the shape of a traffic sign to display the currently detected speed limit The camera at the base of the int...

Page 86: ...on Current speed limit Speed limit detection is not available Speed limit detection can also be displayed in the Head up Display No Passing Information Start of No Passing zone End of No Passing zone...

Page 87: ...stem Activating a list and creating the setting On the right side of the steering wheel turn the thumbwheel to activate the corresponding list Using the thumbwheel select the desired set ting and conf...

Page 88: ...nsumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the period during which the engine is running The average fuel consumption is calculated for the distance traveled since the last reset by the...

Page 89: ...et all values are reset Automatically reset all values are reset approx 4 hours after the vehicle comes to a standstill Display on the Control Display Display the onboard computer or trip computer on...

Page 90: ...use Setting the voice dialog Voice dialog for the voice activation system refer to page 23 Units of measure Setting the units of measure To set the units for fuel consumption route distance and tempe...

Page 91: ...mati cally switched off at these switch settings Parking lamps Switch position the vehicle lamps light up on all sides e g for parking Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe riods otherwise the...

Page 92: ...parking lamps light up in position Activating deactivating In some countries daytime running lights are compulsory so it may not be possible to deac tivate the daytime running lights 1 Settings 2 Ligh...

Page 93: ...view mirror The assistant ensures that the high beams are switched on whenever the traffic situation al lows The driver can intervene at any time and switch the high beams on and off as usual Activati...

Page 94: ...the windshield in front of the interior rearview mirror is fogged over dirty or cov ered with stickers etc Camera The camera is located near the base of the mirror Keep the windshield in the area behi...

Page 95: ...light beam When the interior lamps are switched off per manently the reading lamps cannot be switched on Bang Olufsen High End Surround Sound System Adjusting speaker lighting Some speakers in the veh...

Page 96: ...ag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbags Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone canno...

Page 97: ...t apply adhesive materials to the air bag cover panels cover them or modify them in any way Never modify either the individual compo nents or the wiring in the airbag system This also applies to steer...

Page 98: ...his case change the sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If it is not possible to activate the airbags have the person sit in the rear To...

Page 99: ...e that the area of movement of the seats is unobstructed to avoid personal injury or damage to objects Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The concept The system monitors tire pressure in the four mounted tires...

Page 100: ...e wheels on the Control Display are shown in green and Tire Pressure Monitor TPM active is displayed The trip can be interrupted at any time If you drive away again the reset resumes automati cally Lo...

Page 101: ...g over obstacles e g curbs potholes etc Because the possible driving distance de pends on how the vehicle is used during the trip the actual distance may be smaller or greater depending on the driving...

Page 102: ...at the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumin...

Page 103: ...the vehicle is fitted with regular tires or run flat tires Run flat tires refer to page 201 are la beled with a circular symbol containing the letters RSC marked on the tire sidewall Do not continue...

Page 104: ...e vehicle is used during the trip the actual distance may be smaller or greater depending on the driving speed road conditions external temperature cargo load etc Continued driving with a flat tire Dr...

Page 105: ...is immi nent danger of a collision and also includes a braking function If the vehicle is equipped with Active Cruise Control with Stop Go the collision warning is controlled via the cruise control ra...

Page 106: ...This warning is issued for example when there is the impending danger of a collision or the distance to the vehicle ahead is too small Acute warning with braking function Warning of the imminent dange...

Page 107: ...raffic conditions System limits Be alert Due to system limitations warnings may be not be issued at all or may be issued late or improperly Therefore always be alert and ready to intervene otherwise t...

Page 108: ...alse warnings General information The system issues a two phase warning of a danger of collision with vehicles at speeds above approx 3 mph 5 km h The time of these warnings may vary depending on the...

Page 109: ...ing on the accelerator or by actively mov ing the steering wheel When towing or tow starting the vehicle switch off the collision warning with braking function to prevent undesired interventions Syste...

Page 110: ...ludes a braking function The system is controlled via the camera in the base of the interior mirror General information The system issues a warning with brightness staring at approx 6 mph 10 km h to a...

Page 111: ...ke pedal In addition if there is a risk of collision the system can assist with a slight braking intervention The intervention can bring a vehicle traveling at slow speed to a complete stop The brakin...

Page 112: ...em If necessary the heat image can be displayed on the Control Display Heat image The image shows the heat radiated by objects in the field of view of the camera Warm objects have a light appearance a...

Page 113: ...Notes Personal responsibility Night Vision cannot replace the driver s personal judgment of the visibility conditions and the traffic situation The view ahead and the actual visibility conditions must...

Page 114: ...ing consists of two parts Central area arrow 1 directly in front of the vehicle Expanded area arrow 2 to the right and left In the animal warning no distinction is made between the central or expanded...

Page 115: ...ered especially when their heads are covered People who are not in an upright position e g lying down Cyclists on unconventional bicycles e g recumbent bicycles After physical damage to the system e g...

Page 116: ...a lane marking has been detected the steering wheel begins vi brating If the turn signal is set before changing the lane a warning is not issued End of warning The warning ends Automatically after ap...

Page 117: ...ions described above The lamp in the housing of the exterior mirror flashes and the steering wheel vibrates Notes Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi tute for the driver s pe...

Page 118: ...units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communication Commission regulations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID NBG009014A Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of t...

Page 119: ...with the recommendation to take a break A recommendation to take a break is displayed only once during an uninterrupted trip After a break another recommendation to take a break cannot be displayed un...

Page 120: ...nt passenger seat After a critical driving situation without an acci dent the front belts are loosened again All other systems can be restored to the desired setting If the belt tension does not loose...

Page 121: ...tomatically increased if the braking pressure is insufficient when the brakes are applied Adaptive brake assistant In combination with the Active Cruise Control this system ensures that the brakes res...

Page 122: ...d DSC OFF is dis played in the instrument cluster The indicator lamp lights up DSC is deactivated DTC Dynamic Traction Control The concept The DTC system is a version of the DSC in which forward momen...

Page 123: ...s not brake the vehicle during this time Use HDC in low gears or in transmission posi tion D or R only Increasing or decreasing vehicle speed Specify desired speed in the range from ap prox 4 mph 6 km...

Page 124: ...Control refer to page 121 SPORT Sporty tuning for greater driving agility COMFORT Comfort oriented tuning for optimal comfort Dynamic Damping Control The concept This system reduces undesirable vehic...

Page 125: ...eel is at an angle Using snow chains Note When snow chains are in use refer to page 202 rear wheel steering is deactivated Programs The system offers several different programs The programs can be sel...

Page 126: ...on Control is switched on Driv ing stability is limited during acceleration and when driving in bends Activating TRACTION Press the button TRACTION is displayed in the tach ometer The DSC indicator la...

Page 127: ...tedly until the program display in the tachometer goes out In certain situations the system automatically changes to the NORMAL program automatic program change refer to page 122 COMFORT Comfort orien...

Page 128: ...the selectable programs Display on the Control Display Program changes can be displayed briefly on the Control Display To do so make the following settings 1 Settings 2 Control display Driving mode 3...

Page 129: ...our vehicle is able to accelerate if operated accordingly Even if some time passes before the vehicle drives away again the BMW can still be accel erated automatically and simply As soon as the road i...

Page 130: ...area behind the in terior rearview mirror clean and clear Switching on off and interrupting cruise control Switching on Press the button on the steering wheel The indicator lamps in the instrument clu...

Page 131: ...stored as the desired speed It is displayed in the speedometer and briefly displayed in the instrument cluster Displays in the instrument cluster refer to page 129 When cruise control is maintained o...

Page 132: ...ance While driving Press the button with the system switched on In the following cases the stored speed value is deleted and cannot be called up again When the system is switched off When the ignition...

Page 133: ...is deactivated be cause the accelerator is being pressed a vehicle was not detected Distance control is deactivated be cause the accelerator is being pressed a vehicle was detected Rolling bars the d...

Page 134: ...estrians or similar slow moving road users Red traffic lights Cross traffic Oncoming traffic Swerving vehicles A vehicle driving in front of you is not detected until it is completely within the same...

Page 135: ...d modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Malfunction The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly This may b...

Page 136: ...ing an evasive maneuver otherwise there is danger of an accident Functional requirements Drive on approved road type The data on this are stored in the navigation system Driving on the limited access...

Page 137: ...the button The indicator goes out Stored desired speed and distance are still kept by the ACC The system no longer steers independently Interrupting When active press the button The system is automati...

Page 138: ...tone con gestion Assistant is interrupted The system does not steer inde pendently ACC exercises control System limits When driving within narrow driving lanes e g in construction zones or rescue lan...

Page 139: ...rrent speed The cruise control can be used Switching off Deactivated or interrupted system If the system is deactivated or inter rupted actively intervene by braking and if necessary with evasive mane...

Page 140: ...mum of 5 mph 10 km h Max adjustable speed 140 mph 230 km h Pressing the rocker switch to the resist ance point and holding it there accelerates or decelerates the vehicle without requiring pressure on...

Page 141: ...gnal tone Avoid driving quickly with PDC Avoid approaching an object quickly Avoid driving away quickly while PDC is not yet active For technical reasons the system may other wise be too late in issui...

Page 142: ...displayed on the Control Display before a signal tone sounds A display appears as soon as Park Distance Control PDC is activated The range of the sensors is represented in the colors red green and yel...

Page 143: ...backup camera provides assistance in parking and maneuvering backwards The area behind the vehicle is shown on the Control Display Hints Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situatio...

Page 144: ...arview camera is switched on The trunk lid is fully closed Activating the assistance functions More than one assistance function can be ac tive at the same time Parking aid lines Parking aid lines Pat...

Page 145: ...e rearview camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With the rearview camera switched on 1 Select the symbol...

Page 146: ...ottom of the exterior mirror hous ings The image quality may be impaired by dirt Clean the lens refer to page 224 Switching on off Switching on automatically Select transmission position R with the en...

Page 147: ...ws the space needed to the side of the vehicle when the steering wheel is turned all the way The variable green pathway line assists you in assessing the amount of space ac tually needed to the side o...

Page 148: ...y Press the button Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on if necessary Display The traffic...

Page 149: ...alert and ready to inter vene otherwise there is the danger of an acci dent occurring Transporting loads Loads that extend beyond the perimeter of the vehicle are not taken into account by the system...

Page 150: ...reverse gear Shift into reverse The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display Activate Parking Assistant Select the symbol in the Control Display Switching off Th...

Page 151: ...deactivated the displays on the Control Display are shown in gray Parking using the parking assistant Check the traffic situation as well Loud sounds outside and within the vehi cle can drown out the...

Page 152: ...tions The system may not be fully functional in the following situations When sensors are dirty or iced over In heavy fog rain or snowfall On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads On slippery groun...

Page 153: ...ion Congestion Assistant Pedestrian warning Selection list from the instrument cluster Some of this information is only displayed briefly as needed Selecting displays in the Head up Display 1 Settings...

Page 154: ...he Active Cruise Control Hints Personal responsibility The display does not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her distance and driving style to the traffic conditions Main tain...

Page 155: ...lfunction The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly This may be caused by damage incurred during parking for example A Check Control message is displayed if the syste...

Page 156: ...erature left 3 AUTO program left 4 Air flow AUTO intensity left residual heat 5 Remove ice and condensation 6 Maximum cooling 7 Display 8 Air volume AUTO intensity right 9 AUTO program right 10 Temper...

Page 157: ...154 is switched on automatically with the AUTO pro gram At the same time a condensation sensor con trols the program so as to prevent window condensation as much as possible Intensity of the AUTO prog...

Page 158: ...r mode The recirculated air mode should not be used for an extended period of time as the air quality inside the vehicle deteriorates stead ily Cooling function The passenger compartment can only be c...

Page 159: ...lation Microfilter activated charcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air The activated charcoal filter removes gaseous pollutants from the outside air that enters the...

Page 160: ...e to adjust the set temperature Manual air distribution The air distribution can be adjusted to individ ual needs Press the button repeatedly to select a program Upper body region Upper body region an...

Page 161: ...lation in rear center Thumbwheels to vary the temperature ar row 1 Toward blue colder Toward red warmer Lever for changing the air flow direction arrow 2 Thumbwheels for continuous opening and closing...

Page 162: ...a remote control external temperature below approx 59 15 The battery is sufficiently charged The fuel tank is filled to above the reserve range If the parked car heating has not been used for several...

Page 163: ...unction properly if it experiences local interference from other systems or devices that use the same fre quency Replacing the batteries Replace the battery if a Check Control mes sage is displayed or...

Page 164: ...ote control ensure that there are no people animals or objects in the range of movement of the remote controlled device otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instruction...

Page 165: ...operating manual or press the programmed button on the interior rear view mirror longer If the LED on the interior rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds t...

Page 166: ...em such as the garage door can be operated using the button on the interior rear view mirror while the engine is running or when the ignition is started To do this hold down the button within receivin...

Page 167: ...s The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is run ning or when the ignition is switched on The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 vol...

Page 168: ...wise the child seat will not be as stable as it should be and there is increased danger of injury due to unexpected movement of the seat backrest Preventing indentations When folding down the rear sea...

Page 169: ...o snow boards with a length of up to 5 ft 1 60 m Preparing and loading the ski bag 1 Fold open the center armrest on the inside 2 Open the inside cover and cargo area by pressing the button 3 Lay out...

Page 170: ...ation on the various inserts availa ble can be obtained from your service center Controls Interior equipment 166 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926...

Page 171: ...re avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 167 Storage compartment in the front center armrest refer to page 168 Storage compartment in the rear...

Page 172: ...rnal devices Front center armrest Opening A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the front seats Press the buttons next to the lock Locking the storage compartment The storage...

Page 173: ...e hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driv er s vision No heavy objects Do not hang heavy objects from the hooks otherwise they may present a danger to passengers during braking and evasive ma...

Page 174: ...in the cargo area Net Small objects can be stowed in the net on the rear cargo area trim Lashing eyes To secure the cargo refer to page 178 there are lashing eyes in the cargo area Storage compartment...

Page 175: ...Storage compartments Controls 171 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 176: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 177: ...tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023...

Page 178: ...quire an initial break in period of ap prox 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake discs and brake pads Drive moderately during this break in period Following pa...

Page 179: ...water can form between the tires and road surface This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan ing It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface ul...

Page 180: ...ine s braking effect by shifting down going all the way to first gear if necessary Avoid load on the brakes Avoid placing excessive load on the brake system Light but consistent brake pres sure can le...

Page 181: ...argo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs Otherwise damage to the vehicle and unstable driving situations may result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding i...

Page 182: ...ing cargo Smaller and lighter items secure with re taining straps or with a cargo net or draw straps Larger and heavy objects secure with cargo straps Cargo straps cargo netting retaining straps or dr...

Page 183: ...increased air resistance and raises fuel consumption Tires General information Tires can affect fuel consumption values in various ways for instance fuel consumption can be influenced by the size of t...

Page 184: ...additional fuel especially in city and stop and go traffic Therefore switch off these functions if they are not actually needed Have maintenance carried out Have vehicles maintained regularly to achi...

Page 185: ...ated the display switches to a special configuration Some of the displays may differ from the dis play in the instrument cluster ECO PRO bonus range An extension of the range can be achieved by an adj...

Page 186: ...Control Display EfficientDynamics Information on fuel consumption and technol ogy can be displayed during driving 1 Vehicle Info 2 EfficientDynamics Displaying fuel consumption history The average fu...

Page 187: ...awing exces sive current Cruise control activated Functional requirements In ECO PRO mode this function is available in a speed range from approximately 30 mph ap prox 50 km h to 100 mph approx 160 km...

Page 188: ...of the engine when trav eling downhill The setting is stored for the profile currently in use Driving tips Saving fuel 184 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no...

Page 189: ...Saving fuel Driving tips 185 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 190: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 191: ...our mobility you will find important information on operating fluids wheels and tires maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Editi...

Page 192: ...cap Opening 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap 2 Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise 3 Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap Closing 1 Fit the cap and tu...

Page 193: ...filler nozzle clicks off the first time Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise fuel may escape causing harm to the environ ment and damaging the vehicle Handling fuels O...

Page 194: ...E85 i e fuel with an ethanol content of 85 or with Flex Fuel as this would damage the engine and fuel supply system Gasoline quality BMW recommends AKI 91 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 89 Mini...

Page 195: ...condition that may not only compromise your vehicle s driving stability but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident After correcting the tire inflation pressure Reinitialize the Flat Tire...

Page 196: ...M Speed up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 640i xDrive Gran Coupe Tire size Pressure specifica tions in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 245 45 R 18 100 V M S XL A S RSC 245 45 R 1...

Page 197: ...RSC 245 45 R 18 100 V M S XL RSC 2 5 36 2 5 36 245 40 R 19 98 V M S XL A S RSC 2 5 36 2 6 38 Front 245 45 R 18 96 Y RSC Rear 275 40 R 18 99 Y RSC 2 5 36 2 5 36 Front 245 40 R 19 94 Y RSC Rear 275 35 R...

Page 198: ...Compact wheel T 135 90 R 17 104 M Speed up to a max of 50 mph 80 km h 4 2 60 With high speed tuning feature Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 245 4...

Page 199: ...high speed tuning feature Tire size Pressure specifica tions in bar PSI Specifications in bar PSI with cold tires 245 45 R 18 100 V M S XL A S RSC 245 45 R 18 100 V M S XL RSC 2 6 38 3 1 45 245 40 R...

Page 200: ...100 V M S XL RSC 2 8 41 3 1 45 Tire size Pressure specifica tions in bar PSI Front 245 45 R 18 96 Y RSC Rear 275 40 R 18 99 Y RSC 2 8 41 2 8 41 Front 245 40 R 19 94 Y RSC Rear 275 35 R 19 96 Y RSC 2...

Page 201: ...SC 2 8 41 2 8 41 Front 245 35 R 20 95 Y XL RSC Rear 275 30 R 20 97 Y XL RSC 2 9 42 3 1 45 Tire identification marks Tire size 245 45 R 18 96 Y 245 nominal width in mm 45 aspect ratio in R radial tire...

Page 202: ...ance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature Th...

Page 203: ...ehicle is equipped with low profile tires Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de fects Unusual vibrations during driving Unusual handling such as a strong ten dency to pull to the left or righ...

Page 204: ...dling New tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture tires do not achieve their full traction potential until after an initial breaking in period Drive conservatively for the fir...

Page 205: ...ire is available in the case of a flat tire Your service center will be glad to advise you Snow chains Fine link snow chains Only certain types of fine link snow chains have been tested by the manufac...

Page 206: ...a short distance a Check Control message is shown and the state is activated automatically Confirm the automatic activation Snow chains are not mounted The setting is activated At speeds above 30 mph...

Page 207: ...erminal 3 Washer fluid reservoir 4 Jump starting positive terminal 5 Oil filler neck 6 Coolant reservoir except 650i Hood Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment Never attempt to perform an...

Page 208: ...otrud ing parts when the hood is open Closing the hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully The hood must audibly engage on both sides Hood open w...

Page 209: ...ehicle has been driven for at least 30 minutes Displaying the oil level 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Engine oil level Oil level display messages Different messages appear on the display de pendin...

Page 210: ...0 SAE 5W 40 and SAE 5W 30 or malfunctions or engine damage may occur The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Some types of oils in some cases are not avail able in all countries...

Page 211: ...ble additives are suitable for your vehicle Ask your service cen ter for suitable additives Coolant level Checking 1 Let the engine cool 2 Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly counterclockwi...

Page 212: ...ures for your vehicle Therefore hand your service specialist the re mote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat tery was d...

Page 213: ...t there is excessive mis firing in the engine Reduce the vehicle speed and have the system checked immediately otherwise serious engine misfiring within a brief pe riod can seriously damage emission c...

Page 214: ...lades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed this may damage the windshield Replacing the wiper blades 1 To change the wiper blades fold up refer to page 67 the wiper arms...

Page 215: ...1 light emitting diodes Do not remove the covers Do not remove the covers and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours otherwise irritation of the retina could result Headlamp glass Co...

Page 216: ...on Lamps and bulbs refer to page 210 With LED headlamps all front lamps and side indicators are designed with LED technology If an LED fails switch on the front fog lamps and continue the trip with gr...

Page 217: ...watt bulb W16W 1 Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise 2 Pull out the bulb and replace it 3 Mount the bulb holder and the cover of the trunk lid in reverse order Changing wheels Hints The vehicle...

Page 218: ...e is not used for prolonged pe riods longer than a month Starting aid terminals In the vehicle only charge the battery via the starting aid terminals refer to page 218 in the engine compartment with t...

Page 219: ...d open the lid arrow 2 In the cargo area Remove the cover Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet Replacing components Mobility 215 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2...

Page 220: ...ns the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor able conditions Initiating an Emergency Request 1 Press the cover briefly to open it 2 Press the SOS button until the LED in the button ligh...

Page 221: ...ny expired items promptly Storage The first aid kit is located in a compartment on the right side in the cargo area Raise the cover to remove it Roadside Assistance Service availability Roadside Assis...

Page 222: ...ing aid ter minal 2 Attach one terminal clamp of the positive jumper cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to the corresponding starting aid terminal of the vehicle providing assis tance 3...

Page 223: ...bar tow rope correctly Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow fitting connecting it to other vehicle parts may cause damage Switch on the hazard warning system de pending on local regulations If t...

Page 224: ...roads only Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting e g do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting Otherwise damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle can occur Screw thread Push out the cover by pre...

Page 225: ...such as leaves in the area below the windshield when the hood is raised Wash your vehicle frequently particularly in winter Intense soiling and road salt can damage the vehicle Automatic car washes H...

Page 226: ...BMW recommends using cleaning and care products from BMW since these have been tested and approved Car care and cleaning products Follow the instructions on the container When cleaning the interior op...

Page 227: ...ater possibly with shampoo added partic ularly when they have been exposed to road salt Rubber components Aside from water treat only with rubber cleansers When cleaning rubber seals do not use any si...

Page 228: ...h and water or a textile cleaner To prevent matting of the carpet rub back and forth in the direction of travel only Sensors cameras To clean sensors and cameras use a cloth moistened with a small amo...

Page 229: ...Care Mobility 225 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 230: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 231: ...e This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 0...

Page 232: ...cle e g because of the selected optional equipment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Dimensions Width height 1 Vehicle height 54 8 inches 1 392 mm 2 Vehicle...

Page 233: ...ran Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 5 270 2 390 Load lbs kg 905 411 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 490 1 129 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 855 1 295 Cargo area capacity cu ft l 16 2 4...

Page 234: ...lbs kg 2 910 1 320 Cargo area capacity cu ft l 16 2 44 6 460 1 265 650i xDrive Gran Coupe Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 5 620 2 549 Load lbs kg 905 411 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 800 1...

Page 235: ...Technical data Reference 231 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 909 877 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 023 XI 13...

Page 236: ...fluid 67 Antilock Brake System ABS 117 Anti slip control refer to DSC 117 Approved engine oils 206 Armrest refer to Front center armrest 168 Armrest refer to Rear center armrest 169 Arrival time 84 A...

Page 237: ...exhaust system 174 CBS Condition Based Serv ice 208 CD Multimedia see user s manual for Navigation En tertainment and Communi cation Center console 14 Center Lock see button for central locking 33 Ce...

Page 238: ...n 150 Distance to destination 84 Divided screen view split screen 20 Door lock refer to Remote control 30 Doors Automatic Soft Clos ing 36 Downhill control 119 Drive off assistant 117 Drive off assist...

Page 239: ...ing lamp 96 99 Flooding 175 Floor carpet care 224 Floor mats care 224 Fold down the rear seat back rest see Though loading system 164 Fold out position windshield wipers 67 Foot brake 175 For the head...

Page 240: ...or TPM 96 Initializing Flat Tire Monitor FTM 99 Instrument cluster 72 Instrument cluster electronic displays 73 Instrument display multifunc tional 73 Instrument lighting 90 Integral Active Steering 1...

Page 241: ...lay 81 Maximum speed winter tires 200 Measure units of 86 Medical kit 217 Memory for seat mirrors steering wheel 51 Menu EfficientDynamics 182 Menu in instrument clus ter 83 Menus operating iDrive 16...

Page 242: ...tires 98 Profile refer to Personal Pro file 31 Programmable memory but tons iDrive 20 Protective function glass sunroof 44 Protective function win dows 42 Push and turn switch refer to Controller 16...

Page 243: ...Ski bag 165 Smallest turning circle 229 Smoker s package 162 Snow chains 201 Socket 163 Socket OBD Onboard Diag nostics 209 SOS button 216 Spare fuse 214 Speaker lighting 91 Specified engine oil types...

Page 244: ...54 Tread tires 199 Trip computer 85 Triple turn signal activa tion 65 Trip odometer 79 Trunk lid 36 Trunk lid emergency unlock ing 37 Trunk lid hotel function 37 Trunk lid via remote con trol 34 Turn...

Page 245: ...ield washer fluid 67 Windshield washer noz zles 67 Windshield washer sys tem 65 Windshield wiper 65 Windshield wipers fold out position 67 Winter storage care 224 Winter tires suitable tires 200 Winte...

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