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At a glance

Controls

Driving tips

Communications

Navigation

Entertainment

Mobility

Capacities

Notes

Fuel tank
Reserve

gal/liters
gal/liters

approx. 18.5/70

approx. 2.1/8

Fuel specification: page

163

Window and headlamp
washer system

quarts/liters

approx. 5.3/5

For details: page

Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters

8.5/8

BMW High Performance

Synthetic Oil

Oil grades: page

172

Summary of Contents for 645Ci

Page 1: ...The Ultimate Driving Machine Owner s Manual for Vehicle...

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Page 3: ...ing maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical features The manual also con tains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintain...

Page 4: ...nich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 157 980 US English II 04 04 03 460 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly pap...

Page 5: ...rt convenience and safety 85 Lamps 88 A congenial climate 94 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 102 Things to remember when driving Navigation 108 Starting navigation system 110 Destination e...

Page 6: ...You can find information on BMW e g technology on the Internet at www bmwusa com Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possibility of personal injur...

Page 7: ...ences between the descrip tions in this manual and your own vehicle s equipment Should your BMW be equipped with fea tures or accessories not described in this manual please consult the enclosed Sup p...

Page 8: ...and the related safety risks Parts and accessories For your own safety use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts...

Page 9: ...n the US If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA i...

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Page 11: ...hes and displays is intended to serve as a source of orientation in your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options a...

Page 12: ...osing rear window 35 2 Convertible opening and closing windows together 34 3 Convertible opening and closing back windows 34 4 Opening and closing front windows 33 5 Adjusting exterior mirrors 48 6 Tu...

Page 13: ...rch function scan CD Press briefly select track Press longer fast forward reverse Portable phone Press briefly select entry in A Z Top 8 Redial Received calls or Missed calls Individually programmable...

Page 14: ...ay for Variable indicator and warning lamps 66 Speed for cruise control 63 Time date 64 Outside temperature 64 6 Display for Automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 SMG Sequential manual transmissio...

Page 15: ...checked at the earliest opportunity or for your information Green or blue For your information Variable indicator and warning lamps On the display 5 of the instrument cluster other indicator and warni...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 All around the center console controls and displays...

Page 17: ...ation DVD 108 Audio CD 126 14 Drive for navigation DVD 108 15 Drive for audio CD 126 16 Switching sound output for Entertain ment on off and adjusting the volume 126 18 Bracket for cup holder 97 19 Co...

Page 18: ...the desired menu item To avoid posing an unnecessary haz ard due to inattention both to your own vehicle s occupants and to other road users never attempt to use the controls or make entries unless t...

Page 19: ...menu Opening start menu Press button To open the start menu from the menu Press the button twice Displays in menu 1 In menus you can change fields to select the menu items they contain or to make adju...

Page 20: ...3 To change the current field move the controller to the left right forwards or backwards and let go To change the current menu move the controller to the left right forwards or backwards and hold for...

Page 21: ...the voice command system a text message appears here on the Control Display Assistance window Additional information can be displayed in the assistance window The computer or the travel computer The...

Page 22: ...one The microphone is located On the Coupe near the interior rearview mirror refer to page 14 On the Convertible near the interior rearview mirror refer to page 14 or on the steering column Preconditi...

Page 23: ...pos sible voice commands read off this list is dependent on the menu item selected on the Control Display For example if you have selected CD the possible voice commands for operating the CD player a...

Page 24: ...and pauses Always speak commands with the pro nunciation of the voice command sys tem as otherwise for example foreign radio stations will not be understood For entries in the voice activated phone bo...

Page 25: ...At a glance 23 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility...

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Page 27: ...pter is intended to provide you 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 a...

Page 28: ...ment keys are avail able at your BMW center Key Memory How the system functions Doubtless you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle s various adjustment set...

Page 29: ...er only the spare key for example when using hotel valet parking You can find more detailed information on the alarm system on page 32 Because any persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicl...

Page 30: ...he con troller 4 Select Confirmation and press the controller 5 Select the desired signal 6 Press the controller The signals are switched on Malfunctions Local radio waves can disrupt the function of...

Page 31: ...u can turn the key all the way to the right or left in the door lock to lock or unlock the driver s door Opening and closing from inside You can operate the central locking system with this button whe...

Page 32: ...he hotel function locks the compartment in the front center console and the luggage compartment lid individually and discon nects them from the central locking sys tem The spare key refer to page 26 d...

Page 33: ...mpartment lid lock Turn the master key to the right as far as it will go The luggage compartment lid opens If you use the key to unlock the lug gage compartment lid while the alarm system is armed the...

Page 34: ...concept The vehicle alarm system responds When a door the hood or the luggage compartment lid is opened To movement in the vehicle interior interior motion sensor To changing of the vehicle s tilt if...

Page 35: ...ow the vehicle Interior motion sensor Coupe In order for the interior motion sensor to function properly the windows and glass roof must be completely closed Convertible Monitors the interior up to th...

Page 36: ...hold the switch Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point The window moves downwards auto matically Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement You can close the windows in...

Page 37: ...apping mechanism If the closing force rises beyond a pre defined threshold during closing the sys tem will immediately stop moving the win dow prior to lowering it slightly Convertible the back window...

Page 38: ...hanism If the glass roof encounters resistance when closing from the raised position the closing action is interrupted and the glass roof opens If the sliding panel encounters resistance when closing...

Page 39: ...convertible top is closed only keep valuables in the locked luggage com partment Do not attach luggage rack systems to the convertible top At temperatures below 147 106 do not operate the convertible...

Page 40: ...he button for top operation is pressed the side windows move down wards slightly the rear window is lowered completely If you hold the button pressed for longer than 2 seconds after completion of the...

Page 41: ...t the two buttons in the lug gage compartment with the screwdriver and then pull firmly The convertible top compartment lid is unlocked 4 Close the luggage compartment lid 5 Move the side windows down...

Page 42: ...if necessary 7 Insert the Allen wrench in the appropri ate opening 8 From the outside both persons pull the front convertible top frame downwards and on both sides simultaneously as far as possible 9...

Page 43: ...unts 2 into the recep tion points 3 Push the securing pin 3 on the left side until it snaps into place in the appropri ate opening refer to arrow 4 Fold up the upper half 4 of the wind deflector With...

Page 44: ...circumstances The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild usually tempo rary hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals For airbag locations and additional infor mation on airbags refer...

Page 45: ...ions regarding damage to the safety belt on page 47 Convertible with the wind deflector fitted do not incline the front seat backrests too far backwards if the seat is to be moved back to the end posi...

Page 46: ...g and press the controller 5 Select Last seat pos and press the controller 6 Select After unlocking or After open ing door 7 Press the controller Depending on which key you have used to open the vehic...

Page 47: ...tilts downward slightly This allows the driver to see the area immediately adja cent to the vehicle such as a curb when parking etc Deactivating Slide the mirror selection switch to the pas senger s s...

Page 48: ...ards and fold the back rest forwards 2 Press and hold button 2 until the seat has moved to the desired position 3 After entry to the rear fold back the backrest and lock it in place 4 Press and hold b...

Page 49: ...e placed on the passenger seat Releasing 1 Hold the belt firmly 2 Press the red button in the belt buckle 3 Guide the belt into its reel The shoulder strap s anchorage point will be in the correct pos...

Page 50: ...distance to following traffic should not be regarded as precise Automatic functions Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated in ignition key position 2 The interior and exterior mirrors dim depe...

Page 51: ...e two programmable function buttons in the steering wheel Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 3 Select Steering whe...

Page 52: ...ch voice instructions on off Maintain pressure on the button for several seconds Repeat the last voice instruction Briefly press the button To prevent the navigation system from interrupting other aud...

Page 53: ...ing the passenger airbags is only possible on the Coupe Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Never install a rearward facing child restraint system in the front passen ger seat of this vehicle...

Page 54: ...points have been provided refer to the arrows in the illustration Depending on the location selected for sitting in the rear passenger area attach the tether strap to the corresponding anchorage point...

Page 55: ...fixing and at the same time protects the surface of the seats The installation guide is available at your BMW center Always observe the related operating instructions and safety precautions 1 Pull th...

Page 56: ...ng always select idle position or position N and apply the handbrake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running When starting the engine do not press the accelerator pedal Do not allow the eng...

Page 57: ...ing wheel lock would engage while steering When leaving the vehicle remove the igni tion key and lock the steering When parking on a downhill incline apply the handbrake as otherwise the vehicle could...

Page 58: ...On inclines do not hold the vehicle with the clutch use the handbrake Otherwise there is high clutch wear Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is completely stationary When pressing the gearshift...

Page 59: ...riving off is also possible in second gear e g when the roadway is icy D Drive mode In the Drive mode all forward gears are shifted automatically To switch from Sequential to Drive mode Briefly press...

Page 60: ...he transmission If possible stop or drive off quickly so that the system can cool down Automatic transmission with Steptronic In addition to the fully automatic mode you can also shift manually with S...

Page 61: ...uted only when they will result in a plausible combi nation of engine and vehicle speed thus for example a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system The selec...

Page 62: ...off engine speed is set To maintain driving stability drive with the DSC on whenever possible Turn signals headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Using turn signals Move the...

Page 63: ...headlamps are also cleaned at regular and appropriate inter vals Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield If you do so your vision could be obscured...

Page 64: ...s e g snow rain ice loose road surface that do not permit a constant speed One lever for all functions 1 Maintaining and storing speed accelerating Press the lever up to the resistance point The syste...

Page 65: ...engage position N of the automatic transmission SMG when DSC comes on 4 Recalling stored speed Briefly press button 4 the vehicle acceler ates to and maintains the stored speed Deactivating system Whe...

Page 66: ...ge 73 Ice warning A signal sounds when the outside temper ature falls to roughly 37 57 36 this is accompanied by a message Please bear in mind that the ice warn ing does nothing to alter the fact that...

Page 67: ...ains on the Control Display Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km as otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur Service requirement displa...

Page 68: ...rol ler 3 Select Service requirements and press the controller 4 Select Status and press the controller 5 Select Emission inspect or State inspection and press the controller 6 Select Set service date...

Page 69: ...and they remain on the display until the problem is corrected Sup plementary information can also appear on the Control Display To exit the menu Select and press the controller Priority 2 These status...

Page 70: ...tored mes sages appear on the display 5 Select the desired message and press the controller The display disappears automatically after a short time To exit the menu immediately Select and press the co...

Page 71: ...ctions are not ensured and damage can occur Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the time during which the engine is run ning You can use the Control Display to view...

Page 72: ...Set and press the controller 2 Select the desired menu item 3 Press the controller Entering a distance manually Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Navigation On vehicles with...

Page 73: ...ress the controller 4 Select the speed and press the control ler 5 Turn the controller to set the limit When doing so maintain a slight resistance if necessary if a greater difference is to be entered...

Page 74: ...times while the stop watch is running The stopwatch continues operation in the background Settings on Control Display Brightness of Control Display The brightness is automatically adapted to the ambie...

Page 75: ...oller Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle the last adjustment is applied Setting time Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Display settin...

Page 76: ...display is highlighted here the day 5 Turn the controller to make the adjust ment 6 Press the controller to apply the setting The next adjustment is highlighted 7 Make the remaining adjustments After...

Page 77: ...approx 165 ft 50 m or exceeds a speed of roughly 20 mph 30 km h the indicator lamp goes out You can reactivate the system manu ally as needed Manual mode With the ignition key in position 2 press the...

Page 78: ...ed objects etc Low objects already displayed e g a curb can also dis appear from the detection area of the sen sors again before a continuous tone sounds Loud noises from outside and inside your vehic...

Page 79: ...momen tum The gain in forward momentum also involves a reduction in driving stability DTC is active up to approx 45 mph 70 km h whereas DSC is only effective to a limited degree You may find it useful...

Page 80: ...ll remain completely operational however without DSC Have the system checked as soon as pos sible The warning lamp for the brake sys tem lights up yellow and a message appears on the Control Display D...

Page 81: ...re driving on snow covered or slippery road surfaces In the case of performance oriented driving slip on the drive wheels high lateral acceleration False alarms and undetected loss of pressure may occ...

Page 82: ...nforced i e the steering becomes very direct In the higher speed range on the other hand the steering angle of the wheels is reduced more and more This improves the handling capability of your BMW ove...

Page 83: ...depending on the circumstances The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals This effect is usually only temporary Do not apply adhesive material...

Page 84: ...situation extreme incli nation on the longitudinal or transverse axis or loss of ground contact The rollover bars located behind the rear head restraints move out within fractions of a second As a su...

Page 85: ...ntervals of the service requirement display Head Up Display The concept With the Head Up Display important infor mation is projected into the driver s field of view e g navigation instructions This en...

Page 86: ...elected Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle the last adjustment is applied Notes The recognizability of the displays in the Head Up Display is influenced by Sunglasses with certai...

Page 87: ...ller to select the corre sponding duration 6 Press the controller to apply the setting Lights on warning If you turn the ignition key to position 0 an acoustic signal sounds when you open the driver s...

Page 88: ...mp control refer to page 85 So that oncoming traffic is not dazzled Adaptive Head Light is not active when the vehicle is reversing only active toward passenger s side when stopped Malfunction The LED...

Page 89: ...courtesy lamps and sill panel lighting is automatic Switching interior lamps on and off manually Briefly press button 1 If you want the interior lamps to remain off continuously maintain pressure on...

Page 90: ...e information on adjusting for draft free ventilation on page 92 3 Air to footwell 4 Setting the temperature left side of passenger compartment 5 Maximum cooling 6 Defrosting windows and removing cond...

Page 91: ...window condensation is prevented as far as possible Temperature adjustment The figures on the display pro vide a general indication of inte rior temperature A pleasant adjustment is 727 226 When you...

Page 92: ...instance while the vehicle is stationary at a school to pick up a child You can adjust the automatic climate con trol settings as of ignition key position 2 Provided that the engine has warmed to its...

Page 93: ...f the air distribution separately for the driver and passenger side To switch on the automatic air distribution for the front passenger Move the controller to the right Adapting temperature in upper b...

Page 94: ...seous pollutants from the out side air Your BMW center replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance You can select a display of more detailed information in the servi...

Page 95: ...right to select Time 1 or Time 2 5 Select the time and press the controller The first time setting is highlighted 6 Turn the controller to make the adjust ment 7 Press the controller to apply the sett...

Page 96: ...in the manual supplied with the original hand held transmitter it is safe to assume that it is compatible with the integrated universal remote control If you have additional questions please consult...

Page 97: ...erve the following supplementary instructions Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person 1 Park your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled equipment 2 Program the integrate...

Page 98: ...ve the armrest upwards or downwards and lock it in the desired position Storage compartments Storage compartment behind center armrest To open raise the cover at the left or right edge The compartment...

Page 99: ...g Press the opened cover beyond the resis tance point refer to arrow The ashtray rises for removal Cigarette lighter In ignition key position 2 press in the ciga rette lighter Remove as soon as the li...

Page 100: ...can also be left open to allow the ski bag to dry 3 Press the button in the luggage com partment 4 Open the loading flap and use the mag netic holder to secure it to the rear panel To store the ski b...

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Page 103: ...Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions...

Page 104: ...ieve opti mized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors Clutch The function of the clutch is only at its opti mized level after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km During this...

Page 105: ...d users The heat generated in this process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that full braking efficiency will then be available when you need it Hills To prevent overheating and thus reduced ef...

Page 106: ...nstable driving conditions may result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from...

Page 107: ...special instructions supplied with the heavy duty cargo straps Always position and secure the load as described above If you do not it can even endanger the passengers during braking or evasive maneu...

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Page 109: ...Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination...

Page 110: ...tion DVD 1 Press button 1 The DVD is ejected from the navigation computer 2 Remove the DVD Opening navigation Enter data only when the vehicle is stationary and always obey the traffic regulations and...

Page 111: ...the desired view of the route or Current position 4 Press the controller The contents of the assistance window is continually updated as you drive Displaying current position Control Center for princi...

Page 112: ...le details refer to page 16 1 Select Navigation and press the con troller 2 Select New destination and press the controller 3 Select Enter address and press the controller The system also supports you...

Page 113: ...controller 4 Select the town city name from the list and press the controller Entering street house number and intersection 1 Select Street or the displayed street and press the controller 2 For inst...

Page 114: ...urrent destination With the destination guidance deac tivated around the last destination entered 4 Move the controller in the desired direc tion to localize your destination The controller can be mov...

Page 115: ...tion such as Hotels and restaurants 7 Press the controller A list with a maximum of ten destina tions sorted by distance is displayed on the Control Display 8 Select a destination and press the con tr...

Page 116: ...destinations in address book You can save approx 100 destinations in the address book Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Address book and press the controller 2 Select New...

Page 117: ...book and press the controller The stored entries are displayed on the Control Display 2 Select the entry and press the control ler To start destination guidance Select Start guidance and press the co...

Page 118: ...With highways Freeways and major traffic arteries are given priority Avoid highways Freeways are avoided where possi ble Fast route Shortest time using combination of smallest possible distance and se...

Page 119: ...nt response The user benefits include Names of specific locations can also vary from the official versions provided that the spelling of the entry corre sponds to a standard form used in another count...

Page 120: ...guidance is indicated by arrows or a route map on the Control Display 1 Estimated time of arrival 2 Distance to the destination on the cal culated route 3 Route criterion 4 Switch voice instructions o...

Page 121: ...on and press the controller The voice instructions are switched on Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle the last adjustment is applied Repeating and canceling voice instructions Wi...

Page 122: ...u can have the names of streets and towns cities on your route displayed when ever the destination guidance is active The distances remaining to be traveled on each individual road and directional arr...

Page 123: ...Driving tips 121 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility To exit from the menu without changing the route Select and press the controller 3 Calculate is used to recalculat...

Page 124: ...own entered Enter any street or a destination such as the railway station etc then start the destination guidance you want to enter a destination for the destination guidance but it is not pos sible t...

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Page 127: ...Entertainment Operation of the radio and CD as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter...

Page 128: ...vary depend ing on your vehicle s equipment Equipment with single drive Equipment with two drives 1 Sound output for Entertainment on off volume Press switch on off When you switch on the last set rad...

Page 129: ...ment on off Press button 1 on the CD player This symbol on the Control Display indicates that sound output is switched off Adjusting volume Turn button 1 until the desired volume has been reached Depe...

Page 130: ...t and front rear volume balance in the same manner as Treble Bass Speed dependent volume The speed dependent volume control automatically increases the volume with increasing speed You can set various...

Page 131: ...d frequency ranges 1 Select Equalizer and press the con troller 2 Move the controller to the left or right to select the desired frequency range 3 Turn the controller until the desired set ting is sel...

Page 132: ...ress the controller Stations are shown on the Control Display on the basis of various selection criteria e g Presets If no station is displayed update the sta tions with the best reception refer to pa...

Page 133: ...t Scan and press the controller Scan starts To stop the scan 1 Press the controller once again 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels the scan search and the radio remains on the current...

Page 134: ...he controller Other menu items are displayed 6 Select Autostore and press the con troller The display of the stations with the stron gest reception is updated The stations are displayed based on their...

Page 135: ...Display If the reception is weak or dis rupted it can take some time before the station names appear Weather Band Weather Radio is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOA...

Page 136: ...number ESN are displayed The electronic serial number is required to enable or disable 2 To have the channels enabled Dial the telephone number or in the case of equipment with two drives select the...

Page 137: ...s been selected Select the desired category and press the controller The channels of this category are dis played 5 Select a channel marked with this symbol 6 Press the controller Other menu items are...

Page 138: ...gnal blockage or the transmission is suspended momentarily for more than 4 seconds a message appears on the Control Display Service may be interrupted or unavailable for specific reasons such as envir...

Page 139: ...ure it may take up to 50 sec onds to read in the data To start playback when there is already a CD in the drive Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press button The start menu is o...

Page 140: ...Buttons on the CD player Press the button for the corresponding direction repeatedly continuing until you reach the desired track on the current CD The CD will start play at the start of the track Th...

Page 141: ...epeat track and press the controller Track sample scan The system automatically plays a brief sample from each of the tracks on the cur rent CD Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1...

Page 142: ...de Press the controller select random direc tory and press the controller Fast forward reverse Buttons on the CD player Press and hold the button for the corre sponding direction The tracks can be hea...

Page 143: ...o not play CDs with an adapter e g maxi CDs as other wise the CDs or the adapter can jam and may no longer be ejected Do not use a combined CD DVD e g DVDPlus as otherwise the CD DVD can jam and is no...

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Page 145: ...Communications This chapter summarizes how you operate your BMW portable phone via the Control Center or voice control and how you use BMW Assist or TeleService...

Page 146: ...antenna can result in minor burns If the antenna is damaged have it replaced immediately Special environmental conditions Always switch off your BMW portable phone in areas where blasting work is bein...

Page 147: ...hands free system for BMW Assist calls When the status information Car Phone is displayed in Communication only BMW Assist calls are possible Activating the BMW portable phone Requirements for portab...

Page 148: ...system is maintained even if the other audio sources are set to minimum volume Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle the last adjustment is applied Operation using Control Center T...

Page 149: ...ss the controller Receiving calls If you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book and the phone number is transmitted the entry is dis played Accepting a call Select Accept and pre...

Page 150: ...betical listing of all the entries in the phone book appears on the Con trol Display To run a targeted search for an entry select the first letter of the entry and press the controller The first entry...

Page 151: ...numbers you have dialed are automatically stored The last number dialed is at the top of the list Received calls The phone numbers of the last eight calls accepted while the portable phone was in its...

Page 152: ...lect Keypad and press the control ler 4 Select the desired digits and press the controller Each digit is sent immediately Text messages SMS The symbol on the Control Display shows that you have receiv...

Page 153: ...ommands that you learn easily after using them a few times In addi tion you are also supported by instructions or questions Symbols used Voice commands In ignition key position 2 1 Briefly press the b...

Page 154: ...de Correcting unlock code After the sequence of digits has been repeated by the system the unlock code can be corrected Deleting unlock code Canceling operation Calling Dialing a phone number Voice co...

Page 155: ...of input and select a certain entry to establish a connection Redialing Redial dials the last phone number dialed Deleting an entry You can delete any entry from the voice phone book Deleting all entr...

Page 156: ...20 Important for voice commands For voice commands bear the following in mind Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses Keep the doors windows and glass...

Page 157: ...rvice with other services e g the position data of your vehicle can be trans ferred to the BMW Assist emergency call center if an emergency call is started Many functions of BMW Assist depend on the i...

Page 158: ...be the vehicle data your current position or the data of CBS Condition Based Ser vice Automatic service notification The data on the service status of your vehi cle or on legally mandated inspections...

Page 159: ...up contact to your BMW center or BMW Customer Relations You can contact your BMW center e g to arrange a service appointment For information related to your vehicle call the BMW Customer Relations Con...

Page 160: ...additional costs To enable roaming 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Communication interface and press the controller 4 Select BMW Service settings and press the c...

Page 161: ...ehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Communication...

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Page 163: ...is section helps you maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and how to deal with any problems tha...

Page 164: ...ines posted at the filling station Put 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 Lifting the filler n...

Page 165: ...ferences in fuel quality volatility compo sition additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels containing up to and includ ing 10 ethanol or other oxygenates wit...

Page 166: ...s are cold This means after a maximum of 1 25 miles 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours When tires are warm the tire infla tion pressure increases After correcting th...

Page 167: ...220 33 230 39 270 Front 245 35 R 20 91 Y Rear 275 30 R 20 93 Y 29 200 32 220 33 230 39 270 More details on the permitted load and weights can be found on page 190 Tire size Pressure specifications in...

Page 168: ...o these grades Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rat ing based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tir...

Page 169: ...should not drop below 0 12 in 3 mm although for example Euro pean legislation only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0 063 in 1 6 mm At tread depths below 0 12 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of h...

Page 170: ...ontinue driving Contact your BMW center New wheels and tires You can find out the right wheel tire combi nation from your BMW center It is another vital factor in ensuring reliable operation of variou...

Page 171: ...vice versa use run flat tires refer to page 168 as in the event of a flat tire there is no spare tire available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Observing speed ratings Never exceed the maxi...

Page 172: ...y there is a danger of damage and associated safety risks Hood Releasing Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument panel Opening Press the release handle and open the engine hood Cl...

Page 173: ...o page 172 Engine oil Checking oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface with the engine at operating temperature 2 After approx 5 minutes pull the dipstick 3 out and wipe it off with a clean li...

Page 174: ...ww bmwusa com to obtain this informa tion BMW engines are designed to oper ate without additives and their use could even lead to damage in some cases Viscosity ratings Viscosity is the oil flow ratin...

Page 175: ...the minimum level At the same time a significantly longer brake pedal path is noticeable Have the system checked immediately by a BMW center Warning lamp for Canadian models When you continue driving...

Page 176: ...l filter Brake fluid Spark plugs Vehicle check Legally required tests depending on local regulations Your vehicle stores this information contin uously in the master key while the vehicle is being dri...

Page 177: ...y 175 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Care Important information on care and main tenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle br...

Page 178: ...certain vehicle data or infor mation In addition if you have a Subscrip tion Service Agreement for the BMW Assist system certain vehicle information may be transmitted or recorded in order to provide...

Page 179: ...unications Navigation Entertainment When the fuel filler cap is not properly tightened the OBD system can detect the vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up If the filler cap is subse quently...

Page 180: ...socket You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your BMW center When working on the lighting system you should always switch off the lights affected to prevent short circuits To avoid possi...

Page 181: ...ped with two turn signal lamps per side in the front Turn signal lamp 1 can be replaced via the engine compartment and turn signal lamp 2 via the wheel well Turn signal lamp 1 Bulb 21 watts WY 21 SV T...

Page 182: ...ith the tip of your finger then push it to the rear release the detent at the front and take it off the trim strip 2 Turn the bulb holder 905 to the left and remove 3 Remove and replace the bulb Tail...

Page 183: ...r to winter tires or vice versa use only run flat tires as in the event of a flat there is no spare tire available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Also refer to New wheels and tires page 16...

Page 184: ...to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a substitute of another color or amper age rating as this could lead to overloading of the wiring ultimately resulting in a fire in the...

Page 185: ...If conditions allow remain in the vehicle until the connection has been established You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation If the current location of your vehicle ca...

Page 186: ...al requirements requiring you to carry a first aid kit in the vehicle Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you breakdown assistance around the clock including on weekend...

Page 187: ...l of the vehicle providing assistance 3 Attach the second end of the cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to a starting aid terminal of the vehicle to be started Your BMW has a special nut...

Page 188: ...d and in the low speed range greater steering wheel movements are required Switch on the hazard warning flashers depending on the local regulations If the electrical system fails mark the vehicle to b...

Page 189: ...g or body and chassis parts as otherwise damage may result Tow starting Do not tow start vehicles with an automatic transmission Jump starting refer to page 184 Only tow start vehicles with a catalyti...

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Page 191: ...s is where to look to find information on any desired topic as quickly as possible This chapter includes the section with technical data the short commands of the voice command system a well as the ma...

Page 192: ...Curb weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission SMG lbs kg 3 781 1 715 3 792 1 720 4 178 1 895 4 189 1 900 Approved gross weight with manual transmission with automatic transmission...

Page 193: ...Reference 191 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Coupe dimensions All dimensions in inches mm Minimum turning circle diameter 37 4 ft 11 4 m...

Page 194: ...Technical data 192 Convertible dimensions All dimensions in inches mm Minimum turning circle diameter 37 4 ft 11 4 m...

Page 195: ...Capacities Notes Fuel tank Reserve gal liters gal liters approx 18 5 70 approx 2 1 8 Fuel specification page 163 Window and headlamp washer system quarts liters approx 5 3 5 For details page 62 Engine...

Page 196: ...ved calls Displaying Missed calls 149 Missed calls Displaying SMS 150 SMS Opening BMW Assist 155 BMW Assist Function Command Displaying the current position 109 Current Position Opening the destinatio...

Page 197: ...AM Opening All stations 130 FM All stations Selecting the radio station 130 Station name Opening Presets 130 FM presets or AM presets Selecting stored stations 130 Station Opening Manual 131 FM manual...

Page 198: ...BMW Service 157 BMW center Opening Service requirements 65 156 Service requirements Opening Service 65 156 Service Displaying Check Control messages 68 Check Control messages Opening Display settings...

Page 199: ...tribution automatic 89 manual 90 Airing refer to Ventilation 92 Air recirculation refer to Automatic recirculated air control 89 Air recirculation on off 49 Air vents refer to Ventilation 88 Air volum...

Page 200: ...gear 56 replacing the bulbs 180 Balance refer to Adjusting the tone 128 Balance adjustment in audio mode right left 128 Bass refer to Adjusting the tone 127 Bass refer to Adjusting the tone 128 Batte...

Page 201: ...converter refer to Exhaust system 102 Categories 135 CBC Cornering Brake Control 76 CBS Condition Based Service 174 CD 127 137 CD changer 137 adjusting the tone 127 controls 126 fast forward reverse 1...

Page 202: ...climate control 91 Convertible top 37 care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure convenience operation 29 emergency closing 39 manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction 39 openi...

Page 203: ...ce warning refer to PDC Park Distance Control 75 Dist to destination 70 Door entry lighting 87 Door keys 26 Door lock 29 Door locks 27 Doors manual operation 29 remote control 27 DOT Quality Grades 16...

Page 204: ...alse alarms refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 33 False alarms with Flat Tire Monitor 79 Fastening safety belts refer to Safety belts 47 Fastest route for navigation 116 Fast route for navigation...

Page 205: ...Dimensions 191 Height adjustment seats 43 steering wheel 48 High beams 86 headlamp flasher 86 indicator lamp 13 replacing the bulbs 178 Hills 103 Holder for cups 97 Horn 10 Hotel function 30 Hot exha...

Page 206: ...ense plate lamps replacing bulbs 180 Light emitting diodes LEDs 181 Lighter 97 Lighter socket 97 Lighting 60 85 Lighting instruments 87 vehicle refer to Lamps 85 Lights on warning 85 Light switch 85 L...

Page 207: ...VD 108 Navigation system 108 address book 114 bypassing route sections 120 destination entry 110 destination guidance in assistance window 109 destination list 113 displaying current position 109 ente...

Page 208: ...9 Top 8 149 Plasters refer to First aid kit 184 play in audio mode 138 Please fasten safety belt warning lamp 47 Pollen refer to Microfilter activated charcoal filter 92 Portable phone accepted calls...

Page 209: ...n audio mode 129 Residual heat mode 90 Restraint systems for children 51 refer to Safety belts 47 Retreaded tires 168 Reverse fast CD changer 140 CD player 140 Reverse gear automatic transmission with...

Page 210: ...eselecting activation time 93 Set tire pressure 79 Shifting gears with automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 Short commands of the voice command system 194 Short cut Telephone 49 Shortest route fo...

Page 211: ...tching on audio 126 CD changer 126 CD player 126 portable phone 145 radio 126 Switching on hour signal 73 Switching the cooling function on and off 89 Swiveling headlamps refer to Adaptive Head Light...

Page 212: ...icator lamp 13 replacing the bulbs 179 U Underbody protection refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQR 166 Units 72 Units average fuel consumption 72 temperature...

Page 213: ...fer to Dimensions 191 Wheels and tires 164 Width refer to Dimensions 191 Wind deflector 40 Windows 33 convenience operation 27 29 opening and closing Convertible 34 opening and closing Coupe 34 rear w...

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Page 215: ...a tion that apply to your vehicle Consult the index for individual specifications Fuel Engine oil The oil quantity between the middle of the two marks on the dipstick is approx 1 6 US quarts 1 5 liter...

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