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Coupe: clothes hooks

To fold down, press at the top edge.

When hanging clothing on the hooks,
ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's

vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks.
If you do so, they could cause personal injury to
occupants during braking or evasive maneu-
vers.

Cup holders

Do not place containers made of glass in
the cup holders. This would lead to an

increased risk of injury in the event of an acci-
dent. Do not force unsuitable containers into
the cup holders, as otherwise damage can
result.

The compartment of the rear center console
contains a built-in cup holder and a removable
one.

The removable cup holder can be inserted into
the side of the center console.

Ashtray

Opening

Press the trim strip of the cover.

Emptying

Press the opened cover beyond the resistance
point, refer to arrow: the ashtray lifts up for
removal.

Cigarette lighter

Press in the lighter with the engine running or
the ignition switched on.

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Summary of Contents for 650i Convertible

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

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

Page 4: ... written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 012 832 US English VIII 06 06 09 510 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 5: ...113 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 122 Things to remember when driving Navigation 128 Starting navigation system 129 Destination entry 141 Destination guidance 150 What to do if Entertainment 154 On off and tone 158 Radio 167 CD player and CD changer 173 External audio device Communications 176 Telephoning 190 BMW Assist Mobility 200 Refueling 202 Wheels and tires 208 Under the hood 2...

Page 6: ...ely in order to avoid the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicates special equipment country spe c...

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

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

Page 9: ...lephone 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you and your dealer or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY...

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Page 11: ...our vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems At a glance Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 12: ... 40 3 Convertible opening and closing rear windows 39 4 Opening and closing front windows 39 5 Adjusting exterior mirrors 54 Automatic curb monitor 54 6 Turn signals 65 High beams headlamp flasher 105 Roadside parking lamps 105 Check Control 80 Computer 76 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 13: ...158 Selecting music track 168 Scrolling in phone book and in lists with stored phone numbers Individually programmable 55 Individually programmable 55 9 Windshield wipers 66 Rain sensor 66 10 Starting stopping engine and switching ignition on off 59 13 Steering wheel heater 55 Steering wheel adjustment 55 14 Cruise control 67 Active cruise control 68 17 Head Up Display 98 BMW Night Vision 100 18 P...

Page 14: ...or cruise control 68 Desired speed for active cruise control 71 8 Display for Odometer and trip odometer 75 Computer 76 Date and remaining distance to be driven for service requirements 78 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 SMG Sequential Manual Transmission 62 Dynamic Driving Control 65 Check Control message present 80 9 Fuel gauge 76 10 Resetting trip odometer 75 Online Edition for Part n...

Page 15: ...ed You can consult Check Control for additional information e g regarding the cause of a mal function or the appropriate actions to take refer to page 80 In urgent cases this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp lights up Indicator lamps without text messages The following indicator lamps indicate that the associated functions are activated Handbrake set 61 Handbrake for Can...

Page 16: ...Cockpit 14 Around the center console controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 17: ...e for audio CDs 154 16 Entertainment sound output on off and adjusting volume 155 18 Bracket for cup holder 116 19 Controller 16 Turn press or move horizontally in four directions 20 Activating voice command system 22 21 Opening start menu on Control Display 17 22 Dynamic Driving Control 65 Temperature setting left right 107 Automatic air distribution and volume 108 Cooling function 109 AUC Automa...

Page 18: ...ontrol Display 2 button Opening the start menu 3 Controller You can use the controller to select menu items and change settings by moving in four directions arrows 4 turning arrow 5 pressing arrow 6 To avoid becoming distracted and unnec essarily endangering both your own vehi cle s occupants and other road users never attempt to use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions ...

Page 19: ...cle e g for the central locking system Display of maintenance intervals and dead lines for legally mandated inspections Settings for the telephone Basic operation From radio readiness refer to page 59 the fol lowing message is shown on the Control Dis play To hide the message Press the controller This displays the start menu The message is automatically hidden after approx 10 seconds Start menu Yo...

Page 20: ...ng the button To do so move the controller in the corre sponding direction and hold it for longer than approx 2 seconds Displays in menu 1 Each menu is divided into fields The cur rently selected field appears brighter 2 A symbol indicates the last selected menu item of the start menu 1 Menu items are usually grouped in horizon tal or vertical lists 2 Arrows indicate the possibility of accessing o...

Page 21: ...shown in white can be selected by marking 2 Activating a menu item Press controller New menu items are displayed or func tion is carried out 3 Selecting a menu item refer to 1 4 Changing between fields Briefly move controller left right forward or back Release controller Active field appears lighter 5 Adjusting settings Turn controller Graphic display numerical value or text displays can be change...

Page 22: ...on in the vehicle Mobile phone network reception strength display dependent on mobile phone 6 Time Other displays When Check Control information appears or entries are made via the voice command sys tem the status information is temporarily hid den Assistance window Additional information can be displayed in the assistance window the computer or the trip computer the arrow or map view with navigat...

Page 23: ...Select Assist window off and press the controller To switch on change to the assistance window and press the controller Switching Control Display on off 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Display off and press the control ler To switch on press the controller Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part n...

Page 24: ...upe refer to page 14 On the steering column in the Convertible Prerequisite In order to enable identification of the com mands to be spoken use iDrive to set the lan guage for the voice command system Setting iDrive language refer to page 85 Symbols in Owner s Manual Voice commands Activating voice command system 1 Press the button This symbol on the Control Display and an acoustic signal tell you...

Page 25: ... changer Opening help Using alternative commands There are often several commands for running a function e g Running functions directly with short commands You can use short commands to carry out cer tain functions directly regardless of which menu item is selected refer to page 230 Opening start menu An example selecting a track 1 Switch on Entertainment sound output if necessary 2 Press the butt...

Page 26: ...nds in the language of the voice command system When selecting a radio station use the usual pronunciation of the station name For entries in the voice activated phone book only use names in the language of the voice command system and no abbrevia tions Keep the doors windows and glass sun roof or convertible top closed to prevent interference from ambient noise Avoid background noises in the vehi...

Page 27: ...a glance 25 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

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Page 29: ...e control of your vehicle Its extensive array of features and accessories both for driving and for your own safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 30: ... the required maintenance is also stored in the remote control refer to Service data in remote control page 212 Integrated key Press button 1 to unlock the key The integrated key fits the following locks Hotel function refer to page 33 Driver s door refer to page 32 Luggage compartment lid refer to page 34 New remote controls To obtain additional or replace lost keys new remote controls with an in...

Page 31: ...ogrammable buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 55 Settings for the display on the Control Dis play Brightness of the Control Display refer to page 85 Units of measure for consumption route distances temperature and pres sure refer to page 85 Language on the Control Display refer to page 85 12h 24h clock mode refer to page 84 Date format refer to page 84 Lighting settings Pathway lighting r...

Page 32: ...of a serious accident the central locking system unlocks automatically The haz ard warning flashers and interior lamps are also switched on Opening and closing from outside Using remote control Persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle can lock the doors from the inside Always take along the remote control when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle can then be opened from the outsid...

Page 33: ...ger the alarm system in case of danger Press the button for at least 3 seconds To switch off alarm press any button Opening luggage compartment lid Press the button for approx 1 second The luggage compartment lid opens regard less of whether it was previously locked or unlocked A previously locked luggage compart ment lid is also locked again after closing Coupe during opening the luggage compart ...

Page 34: ...rference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Using door lock When unlocking 1 Turning the key once unlocks the driver s door and the fuel filler door 2 A second turn of the key unlocks the pas senger door and luggage compartment lid Comfort operation Y...

Page 35: ... the remote control cur rently in use Unlocking and opening doors Either unlock both doors at the same time with the button for the central locking sys tem and then pull the door handle above the armrest or pull the door handle for each door twice the first pull unlocks the door and the second one opens it Locking doors Use the central locking button to lock both of the doors simultaneously or pre...

Page 36: ...tomatic soft closing To close the doors merely press it closed gen tly The closing process will then be carried out automatically Make sure that the closing path of the doors is clear otherwise injuries may result Luggage compartment lid During opening the luggage compart ment lid pivots back and up Make sure there is sufficient clearance Opening from inside Press the button The luggage compartmen...

Page 37: ...ge compartment lid make it easier to pull down Emergency release Pull the lever in the luggage compartment The luggage compartment lid is unlocked Luggage compartment There are four lashing eyes on the inner corners of the luggage compartment for securing lug gage nets or securing straps to fix luggage in position Also refer to Securing cargo page 125 Convertible increasing luggage compartment cap...

Page 38: ... view mirror flashes continuously the sys tem is armed The indicator lamp flashes after locking the doors hood or luggage compartment lid are not properly closed Even if you do not close the alerted area the system begins to mon itor the remaining areas and the indicator lamp flashes continuously after approx 10 seconds However the interior motion sensor is not activated After the vehicle is unloc...

Page 39: ...ely Starting engine Functional requirement The vehicle or the luggage compartment lid can only be locked if the vehicle detects that the remote control you are carrying is out side the vehicle The next unlocking and locking cycle is not possible until after approx 2 seconds The engine can only be started if the vehicle detects that the remote control is located in the vehicle Comparison with ordin...

Page 40: ...rwise the engine will start immediately Starting engine You can start the engine or switch on the igni tion if a remote control is located in the interior of the vehicle It need not be inserted in the igni tion lock refer to page 59 If you take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle with the engine running a warning lamp lights up In addition a message appears on the Control Display ...

Page 41: ...he resistance point The window opens automatically Pressing the switch again stops the opening move ment You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch Convertible opening closing For information on window operation with com fort access also refer to page 38 To close the side windows while the vehi cle is being driven always close the rear windows first or all four windows simu...

Page 42: ...o matically when you open or close the con vertible top For information on using the comfort operation mode at the door lock or with the remote con trol refer to page 31 or 32 Coupe for information on comfort closing with comfort access refer to page 38 After switching off ignition You can still operate the windows with the remote control removed or the ignition switched off for approx 1 minute as...

Page 43: ...ce beyond the resistance point toward the front The sunroof and sliding visor close Opening and closing sliding visor Push the switch up to the resistance point in the desired direction The sliding visor continues to move for as long as you hold the switch Push the switch beyond the resistance point in the desired direction The sliding visor moves automatically Briefly press the switch again in an...

Page 44: ...ecessary using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit refer to page 214 2 Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard tool kit into the opening provided 3 Use the Allen wrench to move the sliding visor in the desired direction Convertible top The fully automatic convertible top combines secure weather protection with simple and con venient operation Here are a few tips for getting the max...

Page 45: ...sing Read the safety precautions above carefully and comply with them fully Ensure that the convertible top compart ment floor in the luggage compartment is folded down refer to page 35 as otherwise the convertible top cannot be opened Make sure that the luggage compartment lid is closed Opening and closing For information on top operation with comfort access also refer to page 38 From radio readi...

Page 46: ...sing manually Only close the convertible top manually if absolutely necessary never open it man ually The convertible top compartment lid can not be locked in the event of an electrical mal function and would open while the vehicle is being driven Improper handling can lead to damage Before closing 1 Open luggage compartment lid 2 Take the Allen wrench and the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit...

Page 47: ...e otherwise the top may be damaged 3 Together with the other person pull the two sides of the convertible top out simulta neously and pivot forward When doing so keep the convertible top compartment lid open arrow 4 e g with your shoulder Do not carry out the next operation raising top ends until the top has been swung forward otherwise damage can occur 4 Raise the two convertible top ends as far ...

Page 48: ...ggage compartment Short instructions for use are also provided on the protective sleeve Before installing 1 Remove the wind deflector from the protec tive sleeve and fold it open refer to arrows 1 2 Press the upper and lower section together until the locking device engages refer to arrow 2 3 Push the securing pin 3 out until it engages 4 Unfold the rear mounts 4 Installing 1 Insert the securing p...

Page 49: ...ving The same as installing but in reverse order Folding up 1 Push the handle of the securing pin on the wind deflector on the left side of the vehicle all the way back and release the locking mechanism 2 Fold in the upper and lower section Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 50: ... extremely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 95 Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in an accident Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approx at ear level Otherwise there is increased danger of injury in the event of an acc...

Page 51: ...o be moved back to the end position Otherwise the wind deflector will be damaged Adjusting seat To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection please follow the adjustment instructions on page 48 1 Inclination 2 Longitudinal direction 3 Height 4 Backrest 5 Convertible head restraints refer to page 52 With the sports seat you can also adjust the thigh support manually P...

Page 52: ... direction refer to page 55 Safety feature 1 Close the driver s door and switch ignition on or off refer to page 59 2 Press the desired memory button 1 2 or 3 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed If the button was pressed inadvertently press the button again the LED goes out Activating with remote control The last positions of the driver s seat external rearview mi...

Page 53: ...event of an accident Only remove the head restraints if no one will be sitting on the seat in question Rein stall the head restraints before transporting passengers as otherwise the head restraint cannot provide its protective function Coupe Adjusting height To raise pull the head restraint upward To lower slide the head restraint down ward To reach the lowest position press the button refer to ar...

Page 54: ...t makes it easier to get in back 1 Pull lever 1 up and fold the backrest for ward 2 Press and hold button 2 until the seat has moved into the desired position 3 After passengers have entered the rear fold the backrest back and lock it in place 4 Press and hold button 3 until the seat has moved back into its previous position If you release button 3 before this the seat stops in its current positio...

Page 55: ...or driver s seat and passenger seat The indicator lamp lights up and a sig nal sounds At the same time an addi tional message appears on the Control Display Please check whether safety belts are being worn correctly The safety belt reminder is operative at speeds above approx 5 mph 8 km h It can also be acti vated if objects are placed on the passenger seat Damage to safety belts In the event of l...

Page 56: ...h exterior mirrors are automatically heated when the motor is running or the ignition is switched on Tilting down passenger side mirror automatic curb monitor Activating 1 Slide switch into the driver s side mirror position arrow 1 2 Engage reverse gear or selector lever posi tion R The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat on the passenger s side This allows the driver to see the area immediately ...

Page 57: ...l is removed or inserted refer to page 59 Easy entry exit To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position Steering wheel heater Press the button The indicator lamp in the button lights up when the steering wheel heater is switched on Programmable buttons on steering wheel You can program the buttons individually The setting is stored...

Page 58: ...isplayed Next entertainment source Changes audio source Switches Night Vision on off BMW Night Vision on off 5 Select the desired function unit and press the controller 6 Select the button if necessary and press the controller You can now activate the selected function using the corresponding button Operating function Press the corresponding button on the steering wheel If you have programmed Navi...

Page 59: ...sary to use a child restraint system on the front passenger seat the front knee and side airbags on the passenger side must be deactivated Other wise there is an increased risk of injury for the child if the airbags are triggered even with a child restraint system Your BMW center will be glad to advise you For more information on automatic deactivation of the front passenger airbags refer to page ...

Page 60: ...ld restraint fixing system LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil dren When installing and using LATCH child restraint systems comply with the sys tem manufacturer s operating and safety instructions Rear seats Before attaching the LATCH child s seat pull the belt away from the region of the child restraint fixing system The mounting points for the LATCH anchors are located at the positions indic...

Page 61: ...tart Stop button several times switches the radio readiness or the igni tion on and off Briefly pressing the Start Stop button with the brake or clutch pedal depressed starts the engine Radio readiness Some electrical devices are ready for operation The time and outside temperature are dis played in the instrument cluster Radio readiness is automatically switched off when the remote control is rem...

Page 62: ...s Automatic transmission 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Place selector lever in position P or N 3 Briefly press Start Stop button The system responds by automatically engag ing the starter for a certain period and automat ically disengaging it as soon as the engine starts SMG Sequential Manual Transmission 1 Depress brake pedal 2 Move selector lever into position N and make sure that this position is als...

Page 63: ... vehicle from rolling while parked it brakes the rear wheels Indicator lamp The indicator lamp lights up and a sig nal also sounds when starting off The handbrake is engaged Indicator lamp for Canadian models Engaging The lever engages automatically Releasing Pull slightly upwards press the button and lower the lever If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to engage the hand brake wh...

Page 64: ...y shifts into N if the driver s door is opened with the engine running and neither the pedals the shift paddles nor the selector lever are oper ated This is signaled by an acoustic signal and the flashing display N in the instrument cluster a message appears on the Control Display Gear display R N 1 to 6 The currently engaged gear is displayed pre ceded by a D in Drive mode This display is your on...

Page 65: ...to the right again toward D or shift using the shift paddles or the selector lever Start off quickly on slopes Do not hold the vehicle on a hill by applying the throt tle but engage the handbrake instead Other wise overheating can occur in the region of the transmission Gear changes Using selector lever To upshift pull the selector lever back To downshift push the selector lever for ward Using shi...

Page 66: ... activated and DS is dis played in the instrument cluster This position is recommended for a performance oriented driv ing style It is engaged automatically when the Dynamic Driving Control is activated refer to Dynamic Driving Control When the selector lever is briefly moved for ward or back the manual mode is activated and the Steptronic shifts gear The instrument clus ter shows M1 through M6 Up...

Page 67: ...nition switched on press the SPORT button The LED in the button lights up and SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster Deactivating system Press the SPORT button again or shift into reverse or switch off the engine The LED in the button and SPORT in the instru ment cluster go out Acceleration assistant with SMG The acceleration assistant enables optimized vehicle acceleration at race car level...

Page 68: ... and press the controller Triple turn signal is activated The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Wiper system 1 Switching on wipers 2 Switching off wipers or brief wipe 3 Activating deactivating rain sensor 4 Cleaning windshield headlamps and BMW Night Vision camera 5 Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Switching on wipers Pull the lever upward arrow 1 The lever automat...

Page 69: ...shield washer nozzles Both windshield washer nozzles are automati cally heated with the engine running or the igni tion switched on Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable Always keep it well away from sparks and open flames and store it in tightly closed con tainers well out of the reach of children Always follow the instructions for use provided on the containers Washer fluid reservoir...

Page 70: ...g speed and decelerating Pull the lever arrow 2 Functions are the same as 1 only the vehicle speed is reduced Interrupting cruise control Press the lever up or down arrow 3 Cruise control is also interrupted automatically When you apply pressure to the brake pedal When you depress the clutch pedal or shift the automatic transmission SMG into posi tion N When DSC controls Resuming stored speed Pres...

Page 71: ...opped below when driving uphill if the engine output is insuf ficient The minimum desired speed is 20 mph or 30 km h and the maximum desired speed 110 mph or 180 km h Active cruise control is not and must not be used as a collision avoidance warning system Since this active cruise control system is a new technology and operates differ ently from conventional cruise control systems which you may be...

Page 72: ...n displayed is stored and reached on a clear road Each time the lever is briefly pressed up to the resistance point the desired speed increases by approx 1 mph or 1 km h Each time the lever is pressed beyond the resistance point the desired speed increases to the next fives place on the mph speedometer or the next tens place on the km h speedometer Decreasing desired speed Pull the lever arrow 2 u...

Page 73: ... 4 The displays appear in the instrument cluster When you switch off the ignition the stored desired speed is deleted Displays in instrument cluster 1 Stored desired speed 2 Lights up yellow vehicle driving ahead is detected Flashes red a signal sounds the system cannot establish the distance you must apply the brakes Flashes yellow driving stability control sys tems intervene the active cruise co...

Page 74: ... inter changes service parking areas or toll booths It is also important to regulate your vehicle s speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary especially when the system is actively following a vehicle in front of you Always remember that the range and abil ity of the system does have physical limi tations It will not a...

Page 75: ...stem will no longer automatically activate the vehicle brakes which means the driver must intervene and resume manual braking You should then reactivate the system only when you are fully aware of the prior speed and distance settings Active cruise control may brake when you reduce the stored desired speed however the driver must constantly monitor traffic and inter vene if necessary When you swit...

Page 76: ...l While active cruise control is capable of braking your vehicle automatically when you approach a slower vehicle ahead it is important to be aware that the ability of the sys tem to apply the brakes is also limited e g when you reduce your desired speed sharply The system cannot stop your vehicle It uses only a portion of braking system capacity and does not utilize the full capacity of the vehic...

Page 77: ...hts up A mes sage appears on the Control Display There is an increased danger of ice Ice can form even at temperatures above 377 36 Drive carefully especially on bridges and shaded roadways otherwise your risk of accident increases Tachometer The white striped advance warning field arrow 1 changes depending on the engine temperature The segments disappear in sequence as the engine warms to its nor...

Page 78: ...and damage can occur Computer Displays in instrument cluster To display the information press the BC button in the turn signal lever The following information is displayed in the specified order Cruising range Average speed Average fuel consumption Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel The range is projected based on the driving style over the last ...

Page 79: ...n the navigation system refer to page 128 Cruising range Average speed Average fuel consumption Resetting values You can reset the values for average speed and average fuel consumption 1 Select the desired menu item and press the controller 2 Press the controller again to confirm Entering a distance manually 1 Select Distance to dest and press the controller 2 Turn the controller to select the dis...

Page 80: ...oard info Trip computer 3 Press the controller Service requirements The remaining driving distance and the date for the next maintenance are displayed briefly with the ignition switched on Your BMW Service Advisor can deter mine your vehicle s current service requirements by reading out the data stored in the remote control Additional information You can view more detailed information by using the...

Page 81: ...ching Please arrange a service appointment The service deadline has already passed Entering dates for state emission and vehicle inspections Make sure the date on the Control Display is set correctly refer to page 84 otherwise the effec tiveness of CBS Condition Based Service is not ensured 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Info sources and press the control le...

Page 82: ... lamps The indicator and warning lamps can light up in different combinations and colors This symbol means that a Check Control message has been generated The symbol remains visible even if the Check Control mes sage has been hidden after a short time The combinations of warning lamps and text mes sages are stored and can be viewed later also refer to page 81 Explanatory text messages Text message...

Page 83: ...ger The first stored message is displayed 2 Press the button A new message appears each time you press the button Displaying supplementary information iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Info sources is selected and press the controller 4 Turn the controller until Servi...

Page 84: ...a speed and a Check Control message indicates when you have reached this speed This enables you for example to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if your vehicle speed falls below it again by at least 3 mph 5 km h Displaying setting or changing limit iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Open the s...

Page 85: ...roller This stops the timer Taking an intermediate time reading Select Interim time and press the controller The interim time appears below the ongoing primary stopwatch count All of the remaining functions remain available at all times while the stopwatch is running The stopwatch continues to operate in the background Settings on Control Display iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 1...

Page 86: ...Setting time format 1 Select Time format and press the control ler 2 Select the desired format and press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Setting date 1 Select Date and press the controller 2 Select Set date and press the controller The first section of the date display is high lighted in this case the month 3 Turn the controller to make the adjustment ...

Page 87: ... explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Language Units and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Units is selected and press the controller 6 Select the menu item to be set 7 Press the controller 8 Select the desir...

Page 88: ...7 Select the desired language and press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 89: ...ing approx 165 ft 50 m or at over approx 20 mph 30 km h the system is switched off and the LED goes out You can reactivate the system manually as needed Signal tones An intermittent signal indicates the distance of the vehicle from an object being approached Thus an object detected to the left rear of the vehicle will be indicated by a signal tone from the left rear speaker etc As the distance bet...

Page 90: ...disap pear from the detection area of the sensors again before or after a continuous tone already sounds Higher protruding objects e g ledges cannot be detected Loud noises from outside and inside the vehicle may prevent you from hearing the PDC signal tone Driving stability control systems Your BMW is equipped with an extended array of systems designed to enhance and maintain vehicle stability un...

Page 91: ...g intervention of the active steering is also deactivated refer to page 95 A message appears on the Control Display Please note any supplementary information that appears there To support enhanced operating stability reacti vate DSC again as soon as possible Activating DSC Press the button the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out For better control The indicator lamp flashes DSC is co...

Page 92: ... as soon as possible Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models Dynamic Drive The concept Dynamic Drive minimizes body roll and opti mizes vehicle stability during cornering and evasive maneuvers Dynamic Drive is based on active stabilizers on the front and rear axles Suspension compli ance adapts to suit driving conditions varying from performance oriented during cornering...

Page 93: ...troller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Select Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until FTM is selected and press the controller 6 Start the engine but do not start driving 7 Select Reset and press the controller 8 Select Yes and press the controller 9 Start to drive The message resetting FTM is dis played The init...

Page 94: ...t instead contact your BMW center TPM Tire Pressure Monitor The concept TPM checks the tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires The system reports when the tire inflation pressure has dropped consid erably in one or several tires Functional requirement In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire the system must have been reset with the correct tire inflation pressure Always u...

Page 95: ...lect Settings and press the controller 4 Select Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until TPM is selected and press the controller 6 Start the engine but do not start driving 7 Select Reset and press the controller 8 Select Yes and press the controller 9 Start to drive The tires are shown in gray and Resetting TPM is displayed After a fe...

Page 96: ...nted without TPM elec tronics If TPM is temporarily interfered with by other systems or devices which use the same radio frequency Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems Each tire should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recom mended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehic...

Page 97: ...n the other hand the steering angle is reduced more and more This improves the handling capability of your BMW over the entire speed range In critical situations the system can make tar geted corrections to the steering angle pro vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes This stability pro moting intervention is deactivated when DSC is switched off refer to pa...

Page 98: ...iately trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses Unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emer gency or undesired airbag activation either of which could result in personal injury Warnings and information on the airbags is also provided on the sun visors Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags The occupation of the seat is detected by eva...

Page 99: ...ss of airbag system From radio readiness refer to page 59 the warning lamp lights up briefly indicating the operational readiness of the entire airbag sys tem and the safety belt tensioners Airbag system malfunction Warning lamp does not light up as of radio readiness Warning lamp lights up continuously Have the airbag system checked immedi ately in case of a malfunction otherwise there is a dange...

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

Page 101: ...ored for the remote key cur rently in use Setting brightness The brightness of the display is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions However you can change the base setting With the low beams switched on the brightness can also be adjusted with the knurled wheel of the instrument lighting iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start...

Page 102: ...ad or off to the sides and can be more alert slow down or stop blow the horn etc The driver can decide which actions are appropriate and then react accordingly A certain area in front of the vehicle is viewed by an infrared camera and a generated image is shown on the Control Display The resulting thermal image shows the relative heat radiation of the objects present in the camera s field of view ...

Page 103: ...ected objects dirt or contamination on the camera lens adverse weather like snow rain or fog and other factors not mentioned here It will always be the driver s responsibility to drive at a speed and in a manner that recognizes potential hazards and adjust accordingly BMW Night Vision is not a substitute or replace ment for driver responsibility or for accommo dating the visibility conditions and ...

Page 104: ...the screen can be adjusted Curve mode can only be activated with the Zoom function switched on With Full screen activated Curve mode and Zoom cannot be selected The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use To exit the menu The image will automatically disappear after approx 5 seconds Cleaning camera The function of the camera may be affected by heavy rain and fog dirt snow or ic...

Page 105: ...d in case of precipitation Adaptive Head Light is active The LED next to the symbol is illuminated when the low beams are on When driving into a tunnel with bright overhead lighting switching on of the lights may be delayed A blue sky with the sun low on the horizon can cause the lights to be switched on The low beams remain on independent of the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the ...

Page 106: ...nge to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Lighting is selected and press the controller 6 Select Daytime running lamps and press the controller The daytime running lamps are switched on The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Adaptive Head Light The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road ...

Page 107: ... on for the fog lamps to operate The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the fog lamps are switched on The fog lamps are switched off whenever the high beams are switched on If the automatic headlamp control is acti vated the low beams will come on auto matically when you switch on the fog lamps Instrument lighting You can control the lighting intensity by using the knurl...

Page 108: ...ff con tinuously maintain pressure on the button for approx 3 seconds Reading lamps The reading lamps are beside the interior lamp You can turn them on and off using buttons 2 located next to the lamps Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 109: ...indows and removing conden sation 7 Air volume manual 8 Switching off automatic climate control 9 Switching cooling function on and off man ually 10 Temperature right side of passenger com partment 11 Residual heat mode 12 AUTO program 13 AUC automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode 14 LED for parked car ventilation 15 Rear window defroster 16 Air grill for interior temperature sen...

Page 110: ... iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller to the left to open Climate 3 Select Automatic programs and press the controller 4 Select the desired intensity and press the controller The marked intensity of the automatic program is switched on Convertible program When the convertible top is opened the con vertible program c...

Page 111: ...ide can be adjusted separately with the fields on the right or left side 4 Select the driver s or front passenger side if necessary Move the controller to the right or left repeatedly until the driver s side or front passenger side is selected 5 Select the desired field by moving the con troller 6 Turn the controller to adjust the air distribu tion Driver s side 1 Air directed toward the windshiel...

Page 112: ...n the inside window surfaces during operation in the recirculated air mode you should switch it off while also increasing the air volume as required The recirculated air mode should not be used over a longer period of time as the air quality inside the vehicle deteriorates continuously Residual heat The heat stored in the engine is used to heat the passenger com partment e g while stopped at a sch...

Page 113: ...f directly It remains switched on for 30 minutes Since the system uses a substantial amount of electrical current you should refrain from acti vating it twice in succession without allowing the battery to be recharged in normal operation between uses The air emerges through the upper body region vent outlets in the instrument panel These vent outlets must be open for the system to operate The park...

Page 114: ...he left or right to select Timer 1 or Timer 2 and then press the con troller The switch on time is activated The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control lights up The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes when the parked car ventilation has switched on The parked car ventilation is only avail able for activation within the subsequent 24 hours After that the ...

Page 115: ... with the integrated universal remote control If you have additional questions please contact your BMW center or call 1 800 355 3515 Information is also provided on the Internet at www bmwusa com or www homelink com HomeLink is a registered trademark of Johnson Controls Inc Programming 1 Memory buttons 2 LED Fixed code hand held transmitters 1 Switch on ignition refer to page 59 2 When using for t...

Page 116: ...ote controlled equipment 2 Program the integrated universal remote control as described above in Fixed code hand held transmitters 3 Locate the button on the receiver of the device to be set e g on the drive unit 4 Press the button on the receiver of the equipment to be set After step 4 you have approx 30 seconds for step 5 5 Press the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote ...

Page 117: ...MP3 player and play the sound via the vehicle loud speakers refer to page 173 Adjusting height The center armrest can be set in two positions Pull the right button Move the armrest upward or downward 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 contains the cup holder and the loc...

Page 118: ...vent of an acci dent Do not force unsuitable containers into the cup holders as otherwise damage can result The compartment of the rear center console contains a built in cup holder and a removable one The removable cup holder can be inserted into the side of the center console Ashtray Opening Press the trim strip of the cover Emptying Press the opened cover beyond the resistance point refer to ar...

Page 119: ... socket by inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes In front passenger footwell Access to the socket Fold open the cover Ski bag It permits safe and clean transport of up to two pairs of standard skis or one snowboard You can use the ski bag to stow skis up to 6 9 ft 2 10 m long Loading 1 Press the button downward and pull the filler element forward 2 Extend the ski bag between the front seats...

Page 120: ...u fail to do so it could move around and endanger occupants during braking or evasive maneu vers To refit the filler element insert the two tabs at the bottom into the strip and press the filler ele ment back into place Make sure that you do not damage the rear seat upholstery Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 121: ...trols 119 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 122: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 123: ...rovide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 124: ...the clutch is only at its opti mized level after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km During this break in period engage the clutch gently Following part replacement Observe the break in instructions again if com ponents mentioned above must be replaced after subsequent driving operation General driving notes Closing luggage compartment lid Only drive with the luggage compartment lid compl...

Page 125: ...ng assistant enables you to start off conveniently on slopes The handbrake is not required for this purpose 1 Hold the vehicle with the footbrake 2 Release the footbrake and drive off quickly The starting assistant holds the vehicle for approx 2 seconds after releasing the footbrake Depending on the load the vehicle may also roll back slightly during this time After releasing the footbrake drive o...

Page 126: ...s under the vehicle Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal Before driving into a car wash To prevent the exterior mirrors on this vehicle from being damaged always fold them in by hand before entering an automatic car wash General information on the care and mainte nance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure With comfort access and automatic tra...

Page 127: ... are available at your BMW center Four lashing eyes mounted in the luggage compartment are used to secure these heavy duty cargo straps refer to arrows Please observe the special instructions supplied with the heavy duty cargo straps Position and secure the cargo as described above so that it cannot endan ger the car s occupants for example if sudden braking or evasive maneuvers are necessary When...

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Page 129: ...u can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination Navigation Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 130: ...VD Removing navigation DVD 1 Press button 1 The DVD emerges slightly from the drive 2 Remove the DVD If the DVD is not ejected from the drive it is pos sible that it is blocked A message appears on the Control Display Display in the assistance window You can display the route or the current position in the assistance window This display remains visible even if you change to another applica tion 1 ...

Page 131: ...any con tradiction between traffic and road conditions and the instructions issued by the navigation system If you do not observe this precaution you can endanger the vehicle occupants and other road users iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller to the right to call up Navigation 3 Select Navigation and press the contr...

Page 132: ...estination via town city name 1 Select Town City or the displayed town city and press the controller 2 Select the first letter and press the control ler A list of all towns cities starting with this let ter appears on the Control Display 3 To delete the letter entered if necessary Delete individual numbers or letters Move the controller toward the right to select and press the controller Delete al...

Page 133: ...e destination is selected and press the controller Entering street house number and intersection After the street you can also enter the intersec tion or the house number Entering street and intersection 1 Select Street or the displayed street and press the controller 2 Enter the street The street is entered in exactly the same way as the destination town city The intersection is entered in the sa...

Page 134: ...ance with manual destination entry Select Start guidance and press the con troller Destination guidance starts immediately If destination guidance is not to be started immediately Select Add to destination list and press the controller The destination is stored in the destination list refer to page 136 Entering destination via voice You can enter a desired destination with the voice command system...

Page 135: ...be English The condition for this is the use of a suitable navigation DVD Speak smoothly and at normal volume avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses 1 Wait for the system to request the destina tion The system can suggest up to 6 destina tions that match your entries The town city can also be selected from the list via iDrive Turn the controller until the destination is selected and press the cont...

Page 136: ...stination guidance 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler New destination is selected 2 Press the controller 3 Select Input map and press the controller A section of a map is displayed on the Con trol Display During destination guidance centered around the current destination With the destination guidance deacti vated centered around the last destina tion entered 4 Select a destination with...

Page 137: ...ghts or hospitals and adopt them into the destination guidance 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select Information and press the control ler 3 Select a location On destination On location On a new destination 4 Press the controller 5 Make your selection e g Hotels and res taurants and press the controller These destinations are displayed on the Control Display 6 Select a destination...

Page 138: ... guidance system 1 Select the desired destination from the des tination list and press the controller 2 Select Start guidance and press the con troller Editing the destination list 1 Select the desired destination from the des tination list and press the controller 2 The selected destination can be edited Saving entry Select Add to address book Displaying information on destination Select Informat...

Page 139: ...dress book and press the con troller 2 Change into the third field from the top Turn the controller until New address is selected and press the controller 3 Select Use current location as address and press the controller The name given can be changed For oper ation refer to Entering a destination manu ally page 129 4 Select Store in address book and press the controller You can also enter your cur...

Page 140: ... Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select Vehicle Tires and press the con troller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Delete data is selected and press the controller 6 Select Delete address book and press the controller 7 Select Yes and press the controller Storing home address You can store your cur...

Page 141: ... to fixed rules taking the road type into account e g whether it involves freeways or winding roads The road types are stored on the navigation DVD As a result the routes recommended by the naviga tion system may not always be the same ones that you would choose based on personal expe rience Changing route criteria 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Change into the third field from th...

Page 142: ...ple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns cities The system runs ongoing checks comparing your destination entries with the data stored on the navigation DVD as the basis for instant response The user benefits include Names of specific towns cities can also vary from the official versions provided that the spelling of the entry corresponds to a stan dard form used in ano...

Page 143: ...ination guidance can also be started in the arrow or map display Select the symbol and press the controller During destination guidance you can operate other equipment via iDrive at any time You are notified well in advance of a necessary change of direction by spoken instructions and the dis play of the direction arrows Terminating continuing destination guidance In arrow display or map view Sele...

Page 144: ...ce 5 Arrow to destination as the crow flies 6 Distance to the next change of direction 7 Current position 8 Direction of travel Hollow arrow Destination guidance on the calculated route Solid arrow Arrow shows the route to be calculated from a bird s eye view when the vehicle is not located in an area contained on the navigation DVD e g in a multilevel park ing lot Depending on the equipment the e...

Page 145: ...splay To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller At scales of less than 250 miles 500 km you have the option of deciding whether to orient the map to north toward your current direction of travel or show the map in perspective At scales of 250 miles 500 km or greater the map always points toward north Changing map view Select the corresponding symbol and press the controller T...

Page 146: ...s selected and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Languages is selected and press the controller 6 Select Navigation voice instructions and press the controller The voice instructions are switched on The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Repeating and canceling voice instructions With the programmable buttons on the steering...

Page 147: ...enter the desired number and press the controller The route is recalculated To exit from the menu without changing the route Select the arrow and press the controller Traffic information You can display traffic information from radio stations that transmit information of the Traffic Info traffic warning service at any time This information of the traffic warning services is constantly updated usin...

Page 148: ...ller 4 Turn the controller until Traffic Info is selected and press the controller 5 Select a Traffic Info station and press the controller AUTO automatic selection of the Traffic Info station with the strongest reception Manually displaying traffic information During destination guidance Traffic information can be displayed manually during destination guidance in the arrow or map view If the symb...

Page 149: ... and press the control ler The current traffic information is shown on the Control Display sorted according to the distance to the current vehicle position Displaying detailed traffic information Select a traffic information item from the list and press the controller To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller Symbols for traffic information Traffic light failure Roadworks Gen...

Page 150: ...anging route criteria page 139 you will receive certain information such as the length of the traffic congestion when you are approx 25 miles 40 km away from the traffic obstruction The last possible junction will be displayed shortly before this This information is also displayed if you have called up a different application on the Control Display Bypassing traffic congestion Select Detour and pr...

Page 151: ...om the top Turn the controller until Current position is selected and press the controller The current position of your BMW is displayed If the navigation system is unable to identify a town or city your current map coordinates will appear To exit from the menu Select the arrow and press the controller You can also have the current position dis played on a map refer to page 142 Online Edition for ...

Page 152: ...ter any street or a destination such as the railway station etc then start the destination guidance you want to enter a destination for the des tination guidance but it is not possible to select the letters for your desired entry The data of the destination is not stored on the navigation DVD that is loaded In this case the system will not offer you any let ters to choose from Select a destination...

Page 153: ...igation Driving tips 151 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

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Page 155: ...is chapter describes the operation of the radio and CD player as well as their tone settings Entertainment Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 156: ... drives 1 Entertainment sound output on off volume Press switch on off When you switch on the last set radio station or CD track is played Turn adjust volume 2 Drive for audio CDs 3 Eject CD 4 Station scan track search Change radio station Select track for CD player and CD changer 5 Drive for navigation DVDs Operating via iDrive iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the butt...

Page 157: ... do so switch the sound output on again Adjusting volume Turn knob 1 next to the CD player until the desired volume is set You can also adjust the volume with the buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 11 From radio readiness the setting for the remote control used at the moment is saved Tone control You can alter various tone settings e g treble and bass or the speed dependent volume increas...

Page 158: ...olume 1 Select Speed volume and press the con troller 2 Turn the controller The adjustment is applied the field can be changed Professional LOGIC7 HiFi System You can select a spatial sound effect that improves the spatial acoustics in all frequency ranges 1 Select Surround Settings and press the controller 2 Select Concert hall or Theater 3 Press the controller LOGIC7 spatial sound is switched on...

Page 159: ...setting is selected Resetting tone settings You can reset all tone settings to the default settings 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Select Audio and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Reset is selected and press the controller With two drives se...

Page 160: ...eceived to update the station with the stron gest signal refer to page 159 Changing stations Turn the controller In addition to the stations currently displayed you can have stations with another selection criterion displayed Professional radio You can choose from the following selection criteria All stations Stations that can currently be received in the FM waveband Autostore The stations with th...

Page 161: ... 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels sampling of the stations and the radio remains on the current station Buttons next to CD player To sample the stations press and hold the button for the corresponding direction To stop scanning press the button again Selecting frequency manually With Manual you can select stations that are received in addition to those displayed 1 Select FM or A...

Page 162: ...ec tion criterion is selected and press the con troller 3 Select the desired frequency or station Set is selected 4 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 5 Select Store and press the controller Presets is displayed 6 Turn the controller until the desired mem ory position is selected 7 Press the controller The station is stored The stations of the last selection criterion are displaye...

Page 163: ...DS on off 1 Select FM or AM and press the control ler Set is selected 2 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 3 Select RDS and press the controller RDS is activated Automatically sorting stations For the All stations selection criterion you can set whether the most frequently used sta tions are displayed at the beginning 1 Select All stations and press the control ler Set is selected...

Page 164: ...ted and press the controller 4 Select Audio and press the controller 5 Change to upper field Turn the controller until HD radio is selected and press the controller 6 Select Off and press the controller The reception of digital stations is deac tivated This symbol is displayed when a station is being received digitally With some stations the digital signals are not transmitted simultaneously with ...

Page 165: ... 2 Select Details and press the controller The information is displayed If a digital station is received again when the station is changed the additional information will be displayed again following a brief interrup tion Satellite radio You can receive up to 100 different channels with high sound quality The channels are offered to you in predefined packages To receive the channels of your choice...

Page 166: ...SN and press the controller The electronic serial number ESN is dis played The electronic serial number is required to disable 3 To have the channels disabled Dial phone number Selecting and storing channel 1 Select SAT and press the controller Channels are shown on the Control Display sorted on the basis of selection criteria 2 Select a menu item Presets Up to twelve channels you have stored prev...

Page 167: ...on The name of the channel and additional infor mation on the current track are displayed e g the name of the artist 1 Artist 2 Track Storing channel 1 Select the desired channel 2 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 3 Select Store and press the controller Presets is displayed 4 Turn the controller to select a memory posi tion and press the controller The channel is stored The stat...

Page 168: ... not be possible for certain reasons e g environmental influences or topographical conditions The satellite radio has no influence on this The signal may not be available in tunnels or underground garages next to tall buildings near trees mountains or other sources of radio interference Reception is usually possible again as soon as the signal is available again Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 ...

Page 169: ... 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment 3 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until CD is selected and press the controller 4 With a CD changer change to the second field from the top and turn the controller until CD is selected and press the control ler The CD player is started Playback starts automatically if the s...

Page 170: ...the corresponding direction repeatedly until you reach the desired track The CD will start to play at the start of the track The track is displayed on the Control Display You can also change the track with buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 11 Via iDrive Select a track by turning the controller Compressed audio files 1 Select the directory if necessary and press the controller 2 Select th...

Page 171: ...CD 1 Select Set and press the controller Other menu items are displayed 2 Select Scan and press the controller To end sampling 1 Press the controller 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels sampling of the tracks and the player remains on the current track Compressed audio files 1 Select the current track and press the con troller 2 Select the desired menu item To sample all tracks of ...

Page 172: ...ry and press the controller Random play sequence In this mode the tracks on the current CD are played once in a random sequence 1 Select Set and press the controller Other menu items are displayed 2 Select Random and press the controller To cancel random mode 1 Press the controller 2 Select Random and press the controller Compressed audio files 1 Select the current track and press the con troller ...

Page 173: ... pushing in the magazine again so that the inserted CDs can be read in again Inserting removing CDs into from CD magazine When inserting or removing CDs remember to hold them only by their edges taking care to avoid touching the reflective CD memory sur face To insert Insert one CD into each compartment of the magazine with the labeled side up To remove Pull out the desired tray and remove the CD ...

Page 174: ... can lead to condensa tion on the CD DVD or the laser s scan lens and temporarily prevent playback Malfunctions with individual CDs DVDs If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs DVDs this can be due to one of the following causes Home recorded CDs DVDs Possible reasons for malfunctions with self recorded CDs DVDs are e g inconsistent data creation or recording processes or poor quality or ad...

Page 175: ...k ers connect the headphones or the line out connection of the device to the socket 1 with a ε in 3 5 mm jack plug Starting audio playback The audio device must be switched on iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller backwards to call up Entertainment 3 Select AUX and press the controller 4 Adjust volume and sound if ne...

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Page 177: ...izes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or TeleService Communications Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 178: ...sipated from the vehicle interior A mobile phone detected by the vehicle should not be operated by the mobile phone s keypad otherwise malfunctions may occur For your safety A car phone makes life more convenient in many ways and can even save lives in an emer gency While you should consult your mobile phone s separate operating instructions for a detailed description of safety precautions and inf...

Page 179: ...g on the mobile phone presets in the mobile phone are required e g acti vated via the menu item Bluetooth or the menu item Connection not with confirma tion Depending on the mobile phone model the setting energy saving mode can for exam ple result in vehicle failing to detect the logged on mobile phone To log on specify any desired number as the Bluetooth passkey e g 1 This Blue tooth passkey is n...

Page 180: ...bile phone approx 30 seconds are available for entering the Bluetooth passkey on the mobile phone and on the Control Display 10 Select Confirm passkey and press the controller 11 Wait a few seconds until the list of the logged on mobile phones is shown on the Control Display and Phone is selected To cancel the logon of the mobile phone on the vehicle Select Refuse connection and press the con trol...

Page 181: ...e controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Bluetooth is selected and press the controller 6 Select Phone and press the controller 7 Select the desired mobile phone and press the controller 8 Select Move device up and press the con troller The selected mobile phone is moved upward by one position Logging mobile phone off vehicle If you no longer want to operate your...

Page 182: ...er field if necessary Turn the controller until Bluetooth is selected and press the controller 7 Select Settings and press the controller the Bluetooth link is activated 8 Select Bluetooth communication active and press the controller to activate or deac tivate the link Adjusting volume Turn the knob during a call to select the desired volume This volume for the hands free system is main tained ev...

Page 183: ...n The mobile phone is detected by the vehicle iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller forward to open Com munication Receiving calls If you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book and the phone num ber has been transmitted the name of the entry is displayed Accepting a call Select Accept and press ...

Page 184: ...st and establish the connection Five lists are available A Z The entries of the mobile phone phone book consisting of the name and phone number are sorted alphabetically Top 8 The eight numbers called most frequently from the phone book A Z are automati cally stored in the Top 8 list The list is sorted according to frequency Redial The last eight phone numbers you have dialed are automatically sto...

Page 185: ...e a phone number stored in the phone book e g to call a specific extension 1 Select Phone and press the controller 2 Select A Z and press the controller 3 Select the desired entry and press the con troller 4 Select Add digits and press the controller 5 Change the phone number 6 Select Dial number and press the control ler Dialing phone numbers stored in a list To select an entry and establish a co...

Page 186: ...MW Assist is enabled refer to page 190 You can select the displayed service phone number if your mobile phone is logged on in the vehicle iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller forwards to select Communication 3 Select BMW Contact and press the con troller 4 Select BMW Contact Numbers and press the controller 5 Select...

Page 187: ...e mobile phone used Fol low the instructions displayed on the mobile phone display refer to the operating instructions of your mobile phone Press the button above the storage compartment Switching over may take several seconds From hands free system to mobile phone When you telephone via the hands free system you can also continue the call via the mobile phone if necessary depending on the mobile ...

Page 188: ...ften a number of commands to run a function e g The system recognizes digits from zero to nine You can say each digit individually or group them into a sequence to accelerate the input Example dialing phone numbers Start the dialog Press the button on the steering wheel Adjusting volume You can adjust the volume for the instructions from the system Turn the button during an instruction to select t...

Page 189: ... can delete any entry from the voice phone book Delete all entries Delete phone book deletes all entries in the phone book Have entries read aloud and dial You can have all the entries of your voice phone book read aloud in the order of input and select a certain entry to establish a connection 1 Dial number The dialog for establishing a telephone connection is opened 2 Say the phone number For te...

Page 190: ...l volume avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses Keep the doors windows and glass sunroof closed to prevent interference from ambi ent noise Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking Mounting removing snap in adapter 1 Press the area 1 around the button and remove the cover 2 Insert the snap in adapter at the front and press down until it engages To remove the snap in adapter Press the...

Page 191: ...dapter 2 With the buttons facing upward press the mobile phone toward the electrical connec tions and press down until it engages From radio readiness or with the steering unlocked the mobile phone s battery is charged To protect the vehicle s batteries avoid using the phone when the ignition is switched off Removing mobile phone Press button Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG...

Page 192: ...ency call refer to page 219 When you press the SOS button a connec tion is established to the BMW Assist Response Center The BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and arranges for further steps to help you Automatic emergency call Under certain conditions a connection is established to the BMW Assist Response Center directly following a serious accident If possible the BMW Assist Response Cen te...

Page 193: ... current position or the data of the CBS Condition Based Service Using services Contacting BMW Assist Response Center You can contact the BMW Assist Response Center with the SOS button 1 Briefly press protective cover to open With some vehicle equipment packages or in the Convertible the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat 2 Press the button for at least 2 seconds T...

Page 194: ...nge to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until Service requirements is selected and press the controller 6 Select Service notification and press the controller Manual service notification You can transmit data on the maintenance state of your vehicle to your BMW center e g if you want to make an appointment for service 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Move the controller f...

Page 195: ...nter Information service When you call the information service of BMW Assist you can for example obtain infor mation on current events filling stations or hotels and have their phone numbers and addresses transmitted Reservations can be made at many hotels directly by the BMW Infor mation Service The information service must be enabled sepa rately by the BMW Assist Response Center Calling up infor...

Page 196: ...d of any changes in the ser vices offered by BMW Assist In this case you should update the services 1 Press the button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Turn the controller until Settings is selected and press the controller 4 Turn the controller until BMW Services is selected and press the controller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn the controller until ...

Page 197: ...BMW Assist is blocked and the cur rent vehicle position will not be transmitted dur ing an emergency call To cancel blocking and reactivate BMW Assist see below This does not affect the contractual agreements Reactivate BMW Assist if necessary to log on again Activating BMW Assist For you to be able to use the services of BMW Assist these must be activated Requirements Make sure that the vehicle c...

Page 198: ...ation process continues to run in the background Displaying vehicle data When TeleService or BMW Assist is activated the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed 1 Open the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Settings and press the controller 4 Select BMW Services and press the con troller 5 Change to upper field if necessary Turn...

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Page 201: ...upplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and breakdown assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 202: ... cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door When refueling insert the filler nozzle com pletely into the filler pipe Avoid raising the filler nozzle during refueling otherwise this results in premature pump shutoff can lead to reduced efficiency in the fuel vapor recovery system The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Fuel tank capacity Approx 18 5 gallons 7...

Page 203: ...n fuel quality volatility composi tion additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels containing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by weight that is 15 MTBE or 3 methanol plus an equivalent amount of co solvent will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship The use of poor qual...

Page 204: ...mmended by BMW a list of these is available from your BMW center For correct identification of the right tire infla tion pressure for your tires observe the follow ing Tire sizes for your vehicle Load conditions Maximum allowable driving speed Tire inflation pressures for driving up to 100 mph 160 km h For normal driving up to 100 mph 160 km h adjust pressures to the respective tire inflation pres...

Page 205: ...ear 275 30 R 20 93 Y 32 220 33 230 32 220 33 230 33 230 39 270 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 229 Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa Traveling speeds up to max of 100 mph 160 km h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph 160 km h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires Cold ambient temperatu...

Page 206: ...e when tested under controlled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1γ times as well on the govern ment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia tions in driving habits service practices and dif f...

Page 207: ...ple European legisla tion 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 high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface Winter tires noticeably loose their suitability for winter use below a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm New tires should be mounted in the interest of safety Wear i...

Page 208: ...ns in factors such as manufac turing tolerances mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions than the approved units these differences could lead to body contact and with it the risk of severe acci dents If non approved wheels and tires are used BMW cannot evaluate their suitability and therefore cannot be held liable for driving saf...

Page 209: ... Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire infla tion pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire Rotating wheels between axles BMW does not recommend moving the front wheels to the rear or vice versa as otherwise the handling characteristics m...

Page 210: ...a danger of damage and associ ated safety risks if this work is performed improperly Hood Releasing Pull lever Opening Press the release handle and open the hood Closing Close the hood from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear otherwise injuries may result If you see any signs that the hood is not com p...

Page 211: ... The condition for the most accurate indication of the oil level possible is measurement with the engine at operating temperature i e following an uninterrupted drive of at least 6 miles 10 km You can display the oil level on the Control Dis play while driving or when stopped on a level surface with the engine running iDrive for explanation of principle refer to page 16 1 Press the button This ope...

Page 212: ...until a corre sponding message is shown on the Control Dis play Add oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise the engine could be dam aged Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing For this reason thoroughly wash exposed areas of skin with soap and water after such work Keep oil grease etc out of reach of children and observe warnings on containers Failure to do ...

Page 213: ...r and coolant additive Not all commercially available additives are suit able for your BMW Ask your BMW center for suitable additives Only use suitable additives otherwise engine damage may result The additives present a health hazard Always observe all applicable environ mental laws and regulations when dis posing of used coolant additives Checking coolant level 1 The engine must be at ambient te...

Page 214: ... tests depending on local regulations Service data in remote control Your vehicle stores the information required for maintenance continuously in the remote con trol during driving After accessing the data stored in the remote control your BMW Service Advisor can suggest precisely the right array of service procedures for your own individual vehi cle For this reason when you take your vehicle in f...

Page 215: ... center as soon as possible Heavy engine misfiring causes serious damage to the emission relevant components espe cially the catalytic converter within a short time If the fuel filler cap is not properly tight ened the OBD system can detect the escape of fuel vapor This causes a display to light up If the cap is then tightened the display should go out within a few days Event data recorders Your v...

Page 216: ...e injury or equip ment damage when replacing bulbs follow any instructions provided by the bulb manufac turer When performing maintenance on the head lamps follow the instructions in the separate Caring for your vehicle brochure For bulbs for which changing is not described and for checking and adjusting headlamp aim please contact your BMW cen ter Light emitting diodes LEDs Light emitting diodes ...

Page 217: ...lder and reflector are one unit and are replaced together 1 Turn the bulb holder 2 to the right and remove 2 Press the snap connection on the plug con nector pull off the bulb holder and replace Front turn signals side marker Your BMW is equipped with two turn signal lamps per side in the front Turn signal lamp 1 21 watt bulb WY21SV The illustration shows the front right side of the engine compart...

Page 218: ...push it to the rear release the snap connection at the front and take it off the trim strip 2 Turn the bulb holder to the left by 905 and remove 3 Remove and replace the bulb Tail lamps The roadside parking rear and brake lamps are LEDs The backup lamps are equipped with long life bulbs Please contact a BMW center in case of a malfunction 1 Turn signals 2 Roadside parking rear and brake lamp 3 Bac...

Page 219: ... tools for changing tires are available as accessories from your BMW center Car jacking points The jacking points for the car jack are located in the positions shown Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is 100 maintenance free i e the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli mate Your BMW center will be glad to advise in all matters conce...

Page 220: ...lastic tweezers are located in the compartment for the onboard tool kit refer to page 214 Information on fuse allocation is located below the bracket for the onboard tool kit see below In glove compartment 1 Press the button on the back in the center of partition 1 and pull out the partition upward arrow 2 2 Press the coupling downward arrow 3 and fold the lid 4 forward In luggage compartment Fold...

Page 221: ...he voice connection to the BMW Assist Response Center has been established the LED flashes When the emergency call is received at the BMW Assist Response Center the BMW Assist Response Center contacts you and arranges for additional steps to help you If conditions allow remain in the vehicle until the connection has been established You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the si...

Page 222: ...up for assistance in the event of a breakdown directly via iDrive refer to page 191 Jump starting When your battery is discharged you can use two jumper cables to start your BMW with power from the battery in a second vehicle You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle Use only jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury always ...

Page 223: ...d Starting engine 1 Start the engine on the assisting vehicle and allow it to run at idle for several minutes at slightly increased speed 2 Start the engine on the other vehicle in the usual way If the first starting attempt is not successful wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge 3 Let the engines run for a few minutes 4 Disconnect the jumpe...

Page 224: ...ting selector lever interlock page 64 Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph 70 km h and a towing distance of 90 miles 150 km otherwise the automatic transmission may be damaged SMG Sequential Manual Transmission Engage selector lever position N with the igni tion switched on Towing methods Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result In some countries t...

Page 225: ...ssions the engine cannot be started by tow starting If the electrical system fails do not tow start or tow the vehicle otherwise the electric steering wheel lock cannot be unlocked and the vehicle cannot be steered 1 Switch on the hazard warning flashers comply with country specific regulations 2 Switch on the ignition refer to page 59 3 Shift into 3rd gear For information on SMG see below 4 Tow s...

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Page 227: ...the short commands of the voice command system and the index which is the quickest way to find the information you are looking for Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 228: ...lacement cu in cmµ 292 8 4 799 No of cylinders 8 Maximum output hp 360 at engine speed rpm 6 300 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 360 488 at engine speed rpm 3 400 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 229: ...munications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Coupe dimensions All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 37 4 ft 11 4 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 230: ...228 Convertible dimensions All dimensions given in inches mm Smallest turning circle diam 37 4 ft 11 4 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

Page 231: ...roved front axle load lbs kg 2 337 1 060 2 403 1 090 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 491 1 130 2 778 1 260 Luggage compartment capacity cu ft l 15 9 450 10 6 300 with raised convertible top compartment floor refer to page 35 cu ft l 12 4 350 Notes Fuel tank gal liters approx 18 5 70 Fuel specification page 201 including reserve of gal liters approx 2 6 10 Window and headlamp wiper system US quart...

Page 232: ...ter or Assistance window onboard info To change scale in assistance window 128 Assistance window scale feet or Assistance window scale miles Function Command To activate telephone 181 Phone To dial phone number 181 Dial number To display the phone book 182 A to Z To dial from phone book 182 Call or Dial name To display Top 8 183 Top 8 To redial 183 Redial To display Received calls 183 Received cal...

Page 233: ... facing north Map direction of travel or Perspective To change scale Scale miles or Scale feet To display streets and towns cities of the route Route list To switch on voice instructions Navigation info on To switch off voice instructions Navigation info off To repeat voice instructions Repeat navigation info To open route Route menu To display current position Current position Function Command To...

Page 234: ... Weatherband on To select a weatherband station 162 Choose weatherband station To open SAT 164 SAT radio menu To switch on satellite radio 164 SAT radio To open Presets of satellite radio 165 SAT radio presets To open All channels of satellite radio 164 SAT radio all channels To open Categories of satellite radio 164 SAT radio categories To select CD player 167 CD menu To switch on CD player 167 C...

Page 235: ...To open Lighting 66 103 Lighting To open Service requirements 78 192 Service requirements To open Service 78 192 Service To open BMW Services settings 194 BMW service settings To display Check Control messages 80 Check Control messages To open Head Up Display 99 Head up display To adjust the brightness of the Control Display 85 Brightness To open Units 85 Units To open Languages 85 128 Language To...

Page 236: ...ng refer to Exception for front passenger seat 57 indicator warning lamp 97 indicator lamp for front passenger airbags 97 sitting safely 48 Air distribution automatic 108 manual 109 Airing refer to Ventilation 110 Air outlets refer to Ventilation 110 Air recirculation refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 110 Air recirculation on off 56 Air supply automatic climate control 107 Air volume...

Page 237: ...mps 105 refer to Pathway lighting 103 Automatic programs 108 Automatic soft closing 34 Automatic station search 159 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 deactivating selector lever interlock 64 Dynamic Driving Control 65 interlock 63 kick down 64 selector lever lock interlock 63 shiftlock 63 towing 222 tow starting 223 with comfort access 38 Automatic ventilation 111 AUTO program with automat...

Page 238: ... BMW Night Vision 102 Button for starting engine refer to Start Stop button 59 Buttons on steering wheel 11 Bypassing route sections 145 C California Proposition 65 Warning 6 Call 183 194 Call accepting 181 displaying accepted 183 ending 182 in absence 183 rejecting 181 starting 181 Calling by entering phone number 181 from phone book 182 from Top 8 list 183 redialing 183 Can holder refer to Cup h...

Page 239: ...arette lighter socket refer to Connecting electrical devices 117 Cleaning refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Climate 108 Clock 75 12h 24h mode 84 hour signal 84 setting time and date 83 Closing from inside 33 from outside 30 Closing fuel filler cap 200 Clothes hooks Coupe 116 Cockpit 10 Cold start refer to Starting engine 60 Comfort access 37 observe in car wash 38 replacing battery remote ...

Page 240: ...04 DBC Dynamic Brake Control 88 warning lamp 90 Deactivated 51 Deactivating selector lever interlock 64 Decommissioning the vehicle refer to Caring for your vehicle brochure Defect tires refer to Flat Tire Monitor 90 tires refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 92 Defrosting windows 109 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 109 Defrosting windshield refer to Defrosting windows 109 Defrost position ...

Page 241: ... beams 103 Driving route refer to Displaying route 142 Driving stability control systems 88 Driving through water 123 Driving tips refer to General driving notes 122 Drying the air refer to Cooling function 109 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 89 indicator lamp 13 89 malfunction 90 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 89 activating 89 indicator lamp 13 89 DVD for navigation 128 Dynamic Brake Control DBC 88 D...

Page 242: ...2 Exterior mirrors 54 adjusting 54 automatic dimming feature 54 automatic heating 54 folding in and out 54 tilting down passenger side mirror 54 External audio device 115 173 Eye for tow starting and towing refer to Tow fitting 221 Eyes for lashing refer to Securing cargo 125 F Fader refer to Tone control 156 Fader refer to Tone control 156 Failure messages refer to Check Control 80 False alarm re...

Page 243: ...uential Manual Transmission 63 Gear display automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 SMG Sequential Manual Transmission 62 Gearshift lever automatic transmission with Steptronic 63 manual transmission 61 SMG Sequential Manual Transmission 62 General driving notes 122 Glass sunroof electric with raise function 41 comfort operation 32 comfort operation with comfort access 38 moving manually 42 remo...

Page 244: ...nu item 19 selecting or confirming entry 19 start menu 17 status information 20 symbols 18 Ignition 59 switched off 59 switched on 59 Ignition key refer to Keys remote control 28 Ignition key position 1 refer to Radio readiness 59 Ignition key position 2 refer to Ignition on 59 Ignition lock 59 starting engine with comfort access 38 i menu 17 Imprint 2 Indicator warning lamps ABS Antilock Brake Sy...

Page 245: ...vigation 144 Lashing eyes refer to Securing cargo 125 Last destinations refer to Destination list 136 Last seat pos 51 LATCH child restraint fixing system 58 LEDs light emitting diodes 214 Length refer to Dimensions 227 License plate lamps replacing bulbs 217 Light emitting diodes LEDs 214 Lighter 116 Lighting 66 104 Lighting instruments 105 lamps and bulbs 214 of the vehicle refer to Lamps 103 Li...

Page 246: ...ne 14 for voice command system 14 Mirror dimming feature 54 Mirrors 54 automatic curb monitor 54 folding in and out 54 heating 54 memory refer to Seat mirror and steering wheel memory 50 Missed calls 182 Missed calls 183 Mobile communications devices in vehicle 123 Mobile phone accepted calls 183 adjusting volume 180 calling 181 ending call 182 installation location refer to Center armrest 115 mis...

Page 247: ...s interface 213 Octane ratings refer to Fuel specifications 201 Odometer 75 Oil refer to Engine oil 209 Oil change intervals refer to Service requirements 78 refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or to the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models On a new destination for navigation 135 onboard info 77 Onboard monitor refer to iDrive 16 Onboard tool kit 2...

Page 248: ...55 Protective function refer to Pinch protection system glass sunroof 41 windows 40 R Radiator fluid refer to Coolant 211 Radio Autostore 159 controls 154 High Definition Radio 162 sampling stations 159 satellite radio 163 selecting frequency manually 159 selecting waveband 154 158 station search 159 station selection 158 station with best reception 159 storing stations 160 switching on off 154 to...

Page 249: ...5 replacing bulbs refer to Parking lamps 215 Rollover protection system on Convertible 97 lowering 98 Rope refer to Tow starting and towing 221 Rotary pushbutton refer to iDrive 16 Route 139 bypassing sections 145 changing 145 changing criteria 139 display 142 displaying arrow display 142 displaying map view 142 displaying streets or towns cities 143 selecting 139 Route information refer to Destin...

Page 250: ...t 184 192 Service requirements 79 192 210 Service requirements 78 refer to CBS Condition Based Service 212 Service Status 196 Set date 84 Set in audio mode 155 Set in trip computer 78 Set service date 79 Set time 84 Setting button refer to Controls controller 16 Settings 196 Settings BMW Night Vision 102 changing on Control Display 83 clock 12h 24h mode 84 configuring refer to Personal Profile 29 ...

Page 251: ...u iDrive 17 Start route guidance 135 Start service 192 State Province for destination entry 130 State inspection 79 Station refer to Radio 158 Status 79 Status information on Control Display 20 Status of this Owner s Manual at time of printing 5 Steering wheel adjustment 55 automatic adjustment refer to Easy entry exit 55 automatic adjustment refer to Steering wheel memory 50 buttons on steering w...

Page 252: ... age 204 air loss 91 93 breaking in 122 condition 205 damage 205 inflation pressure 202 minimum tread depth 205 monitoring inflation pressure refer to Flat Tire Monitor 90 new wheels and tires 206 pressure monitoring refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 92 replacing 206 retreaded tires 206 run flat tires 206 size 203 size refer to The right wheels and tires 206 wear indicators 205 wheel tire combination...

Page 253: ...m Tire Quality Grading UTQR 204 Units 85 Units average fuel consumption 85 temperature 85 Universal garage door opener refer to Integrated universal remote control 113 Universal remote control refer to Integrated universal remote control 113 Unlock button 30 Unlocking from inside 33 from outside 30 without key refer to Comfort access 37 Unlocking without key refer to Comfort access 37 Update servi...

Page 254: ...operation 31 32 opening and closing Convertible 39 opening and closing Coupe 39 rear window Convertible 40 Windshield cleaning refer to Wiper system 66 defrosting refer to Defrosting windows 109 displays refer to Head Up Display 98 Windshield wash automatic refer to Rain sensor 66 capacities reservoir 229 nozzles 67 reservoir for washer fluid 209 washer fluid 67 wiper system 66 Windshield wipers r...

Page 255: ...ply to your vehicle Consult the index for individual specifi cations Fuel Engine oil Tire inflation pressures Quality Please enter your preferred fuel here Preferred oil grade Summer tires Front Rear Winter tires Front Rear Up to 2 persons 4 persons or 4 persons plus luggage Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 012 832 08 06 BMW AG ...

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