BMW M3 2001, Manual

Page: 10 / 183

Contents
Overview
Controls and features
Cockpit 16
Instrument cluster 18
Indicator and warning lamps 20
Multifunction steering wheel
(MFL) 23
Hazard warning flashers 24
Warning triangle 24
First-aid kit 24
Refueling 25
Fuel specifications 26
Tire inflation pressure 26
Opening and closing:
Keys 30
Electronic vehicle
immobilizer 31
Central locking system 31
Opening and closing –
via the door lock 32
Opening and closing –
via the remote control 33
Opening and closing –
from the inside 36
Luggage compartment lid 37
Luggage compartment 39
Alarm system 40
Electric power windows 42
Sliding/tilt sunroof 43
Adjustments:
Seats 45
Mirrors 49
Seat and mirror memory 51
Steering wheel 52
Car Memory, Key Memory 52
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 54
Airbags 56
Transporting children safely 59
Driving:
Steering/Ignition lock 62
Starting the engine 62
Switching off the engine 63
Parking brake 63
Manual transmission 64
Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
flasher 65
Washer/Wiper system/Rain
sensor 65
Rear window defroster 67
Cruise control 67
Everything under control:
Odometer 69
Tachometer 69
Engine oil temperature gauge 69
Fuel gauge 70
Coolant temperature gauge 70
Service Interval Display 71
Check Control 72
Computer 72
Technology for driving comfort
and safety:
Park Distance Control (PDC) 75
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 76
Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) 78
M Engine dynamics control 80
Contents