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Page 3: ...e advanced technical equipment MW M3 Convertible In addition you will receive information on vehicle nce to help ensure operating and traffic safety as well as the best possible ntion of your BMW For more detailed information refer to the supplemen ls o makes decisive contributions toward greater safety in traffic through its er training er s Manual should be considered a permanent part of this ve...

Page 4: ...st 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 environ ment Marks the end of a specific item of information Indicates special equipment coun try specific equipment and optional extras as well as equipment and func tions not yet available at the time of printing Vehicle Memory ...

Page 5: ...ntify all optional equipment ccessories r BMW features equipment that is escribed in this Owner s Manual as a car radio or telephone we enclosed Supplementary Owner s als We ask you to read these als as well Status at time of printing BMW pursues a policy of continuous ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards comb...

Page 6: ...information For your own safety use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Original BMW Parts you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thor oughly tested by BMW to ensure opti mum performance when installed on your vehicle BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workman ship BMW will no...

Page 7: ...ur vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National High way Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 telephone toll free 1 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect...

Page 8: ...d closing via the remote control 29 Opening and closing via the door lock 31 Opening and closing from the inside 32 Luggage compartment lid 33 Luggage compartment 35 Alarm system 36 Electric power windows 38 Convertible top 39 Wind deflector 44 To adjust Safe seating position 46 Seats 47 Power seat adjustment 47 Head restraints 48 Entering the rear 49 Safety belts 50 Seat and mirror memory 51 Seat...

Page 9: ...torage compartments 99 Microphone 100 Ashtray front 100 Ashtray rear 101 oading and transporting ki bag 102 Cargo loading 104 Roof mounted luggage rack for the hardtop 107 Operation maintenance Special operating instructions Break in procedures 110 General driving notes 111 Antilock Brake System ABS 113 Hardtop 113 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure 116 Tire code 118 Tire condition 119 New w...

Page 10: ...gine data 154 mensions 155 ights 156 pacities 157 Index Everything from A to Z 160 ...

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Page 13: ...13 Overview Controls and features Operation maintenance Owner service procedures Technical data Index Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

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Page 18: ...t is very nt that you follow the instruc page 129 before driving on e system checked immediately Brake warning lamp for Cana dian models Red an important reminder Brake warning lamp Comes on when the parking brake is engaged an additional acoustic signal sounds when starting off For additional information refer to page 68 Brake warning lamp for Cana dian models Lock seat backrest Please fas ten sa...

Page 19: ...oon as possible t drive more than 30 miles 50 km e refilling dditional information refer to 126 Engine oil level Comes on after the engine has been shut off and is accompa nied by an alarm add engine oil at your earliest opportunity such as when you stop to refuel For additional information refer to page 126 Brake pads Have the brake pads checked immediately For additional information refer to pag...

Page 20: ...agement system continue to drive with reduced output or engine speed Please e system inspected at your enter Add coolant Coolant level too low top up as soon as possible For additional information refer to page 128 CHECK GAS CAP This indicator lamp comes on when the gas cap is loose or missing Close the gas cap tightly refer to page 25 Rollover protection system The rollover protection system is d...

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Page 22: ...k ded pressure search function ck ette briefly jump to next track or ast forward ded pressure fast forward e personal phone book same functions as forward control select a stored setting Cruise control store and accelerate or decelerate and store Cruise control activate interrupt deac tivate ...

Page 23: ...s Several of the items contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life For this reason check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly and replace any with passed dates These items can be purchased in any drugstore or pharmacy Always observe all legal regulations requiring a first aid kit to be carried in the vehicle Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 24: ...lling Open the gas cap carefully to pre vent fuel from spraying out Fuel spray may cause injury Place the gas cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door When refueling insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe Lifting the nozzle during refueling results in premature pump shutoff and will reduce the effect of the vapor recovery system on the pump The fuel tank is full when t...

Page 25: ... 10 ethanol or other nates with up to 2 8 oxygen by t that is 15 MTBE or 3 meth plus an equivalent amount of co nt will not void the applicable nties with respect to defects in ials or workmanship The use of poor quality fuels may result in drivability starting and stalling problems especially under cer tain environmental conditions such as high ambient temperature and high alti tude Should you en...

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Page 28: ...ver the driver s door is closed The central locking system can be operated from outside via the door lock and using the remote control from inside via the central locking system button If it is operated from inside the fuel filler door will not be locked refer to page 32 Operating it from outside simulta neously activates the anti theft system which prevents the doors from being unlocked via the d...

Page 29: ... of a system malfunction e contact your BMW center You so obtain replacement keys 1 Unlocking and convenience opening 2 Locking and securing turning on interior lamps 3 Opening luggage compartment lid To release Press button to unlock the driver s door only Press the button twice in order to unlock the entire vehicle Convenience opening mode Press the button briefly and then keep it pressed The wi...

Page 30: ...n the door lock For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units com ply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communications Commission regula tions Operation is governed by the fol lowing FCC ID LX8EWS LX8FZVS LX8FZVE Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference and this ...

Page 31: ... position asten with the door closed hold key in the Lock position Whenever closing the windows or sliding tilt sunroof you should s monitor their path and progress sure that no one is injured Releas e key stops the operation ual operation e is an electrical malfunction you nlock or lock the driver s door by g the key in the lock all the way to ft or right Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Dat...

Page 32: ...any door o unlock and open the door k use the central locking button k both doors at once the individual door lock buttons As an added design feature to nt the driver from being inad ntly locked out of the vehicle iver s door lock button will not ge as long as the door is open Since passengers or animals remaining in the vehicle might be able to lock the doors from the inside always take the vehic...

Page 33: ...he strip handle ual operation event of electrical malfunction he master key to the right as far will go the luggage compartment l open slightly ggage compartment lid is locked as soon as you close the lid To open from inside the vehicle If the luggage compartment lid has not been locked separately you can open it with this button in the footwell on the driver s side when the vehicle is sta tionary...

Page 34: ...the luggage tment lid open with closed con top e all windows ly increase the quantity of air the automatic climate control m refer to page 96 Emergency release This lever releases the luggage com partment lid from the luggage compart ment s interior ...

Page 35: ...luggage compartment With the convertible top closed you can enlarge the luggage compartment To do this flip the handle outward and press it down and toward the front of the vehicle The convertible top com partment panel is now raised and secured To fold down the convertible top compartment panel To open the convertible top the con vertible top compartment panel must be lowered To do this fold out ...

Page 36: ... conds azard warning flashers are acti for approx five minutes ng the high beams on and off in m with the hazard warning flash m and disarm the alarm m he vehicle is locked or unlocked emote control or the driver s ck the alarm system is also neously armed or disarmed You can have a signal set as con firmation that the alarm system has been armed or disarmed You can also open the luggage com partm...

Page 37: ...s to prevent a false e g in the following situations arages with elevator ramps When the vehicle is being trans ported by train When animals are to remain in the vehicle Deactivating the tilt alarm and interior motion sensors Press the button on the remote con trol twice The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are deac...

Page 38: ...n has been switched off You can still use the electric power win dows for up to 15 minutes as long as no one opens one of the doors When leaving the vehicle always remove the ignition key from the lock and remember to close the doors to prevent children from operating the power windows and injuring them selves etc For the convenience mode via the remote control or the door lock refer to page 29 or...

Page 39: ...eather it also provides a certain degree of theft protection In addi tion keep valuables only in the locked luggage compartment even when the convertible top is closed Never mount a roof mounted luggage rack system on the convertible top At temperatures below 147 106 do not operate the convert ible top to prevent damage Never store the convertible top in its compartment for more than one day while...

Page 40: ...To close 2 To open To avoid placing unnecessary loads on the battery you should avoid operating the top when the engine is switched off Before closing the convertible top remove any objects from the windshield frame that could keep the convertible top from closing properly With the ignition key in position 1 or higher and with the vehicle stationary 1 Read and comply with the preceding safety prec...

Page 41: ...tton pressed convertible top compartment el has been raised and the top not be moved The side windows move down slightly whenever the button for operating the convertible top is pressed They will go back up if you keep holding the button down for more than 2 seconds after the opening or closing process has been completed and the indicator lamp has gone out Interruption The convertible top stops mo...

Page 42: ... you are doing this 1 Remove the center piece between the rear seats Take the trim off of the guide rod and flip it forward 2 Press down hard on the emergency lock 1 see previous illustration After a brief pause the mechanisms for the convertible top compartment lid will be released If the mechanism for the convert ible top compartment lid does not unlock then insert the Allen wrench 2 into the re...

Page 43: ... turning wrench in a clockwise direction ntinue turning until the front con tible top frame is locked to the dshield frame The rear convert top frame will automatically be ssed down onto the convertible compartment lid and because of tension will close completely The closing operation must be completed as otherwise damage r injuries may result Please consult your BMW center to have the defect corr...

Page 44: ...th a pleasant ven at higher speeds The wind r comes in a protective sleeve ause of its slim dimensions can y stored in the luggage com nt ation ove wind deflector from the pro e sleeve 2 Flip out both sides and lock into place It is essential for the two com ponents marked in the illustration to mesh at this point ...

Page 45: ...o that it is theft proof Operate the convertible top com partment lid from above only in to avoid any pinching he wind deflector in place to damaging the wind deflector push the front seats all the way oval w the same procedure as when ing just reverse the steps Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 46: ... Do not route the belt across your neck or run it across sharp edges Be sure that the belt does not become caught or jammed Avoid wearing bulky clothing and pull on the lap belt periodically to retension it over your shoulders In the event of a frontal impact a loose lap belt could slide over the hips leading to abdominal injury In addition the safety belt s restraint effectiveness is reduced if t...

Page 47: ...ment angle ward backward adjustment ght krest angle an manually adjust the thigh sup Thigh support Pull the lever and adjust the position of the cushion for thigh support as desired Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 48: ...he risk of inal injury in the event of an t he head restraint moving the head restraints up or o not grab on between the straint and the upper edge of krest to avoid the possibility of Tilt Position the head restraints manually in the preferred position ...

Page 49: ...estraints Entering the rear The seat integrated safety belt system allows for easy access to the rear 1 Lift lever 1 up and tilt the backrest forward until it engages 2 Press and hold button 2 in driving direction until the seat moves to the desired position 3 After entering the rear fold back and lock the backrest 4 Press button 2 opposite the direction of travel and hold The seat moves back into...

Page 50: ... red button in the belt buckle 2 Hold the belt 3 Guide the belt back into its reel Safety belt height The front safety belt automatically adapts to your body size via the setting of the head restraint height refer to page 48 If the safety belt system has been subjected to the stresses involved in an accident or otherwise damaged have the entire safety belt mechanism replaced by your BMW center inc...

Page 51: ...hold the desired memory ton 1 2 or 3 until the adjust nt process is completed press the MEMORY button acci lly press the button again the tor lamp goes out You can have this feature pro grammed so that when you use mote control from your personal ey to unlock your door your seat he exterior mirrors will move into own preferred positions Before activating the programmed adjustment feature ensure th...

Page 52: ...Seat heating The seat cushion and backrest can be heated with the ignition key in position 2 You can call up different heating modes by repeatedly pressing the buttons You can also switch the higher heating modes off directly Press the button and hold it slightly longer ...

Page 53: ...osition 2 Interior rearview mirror with automatic dimming feature While the vehicle is being driven for ward this mirror dims light through an infinitely variable range depending on the light s incidence Two photocells in the interior rearview mirror serve this purpose One is positioned in the mir ror s frame while the other is slightly offset on the opposite side of the mir ror To ensure perfect ...

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Page 55: ...esponse to an accident of the airbag restraint system consult your BMW center for inspection repair or disassembly Mod ifications may not be made on either the wiring or the individual components in the airbag system These include the upholstered covers on the steering wheel instrument panel side trim pan els of the doors and front roof pillars and on the sides of the headliner Do not attempt to r...

Page 56: ...to the face hands and curring from airbag deployment ed instances tive individuals the ignition and noise may induce a mild hear that is temporary in most warning information is also pro n the sun visors This is the right way a child should sit in a child restraint when rear side airbags are provided ...

Page 57: ...n here is a risk that the airbags will e triggered within their normal nse range even if the level of t would normally have triggered Have your BMW center inspect rbag system immediately Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 58: ...age point to secure the child restraint system as shown in the illustration 1 Open the convertible top compart ment lid refer to page 39 2 Lift the headrest and pass the tether strap between the headrest and the seat back It is recommended that you return the head restraint back to its lowest possible position 3 Adjust the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s instructions 4...

Page 59: ...he child Older children d be tightly secured with the belt after they have outgrown a er seat that is appropriate for their height and weight ger children should be secured in propriate forward facing child restraint system that has first been properly secured with a safety belt Never install a rearward facing child restraint system in the front passenger seat We strongly urge you to carefully rea...

Page 60: ...raint system ock the safety belt the safety belt remove the at and retract the safety belt to position on the belt retractor LATCH child restraint mounting system LATCH Lower Anchors and Tether for CHildren The left and right rear seats are both equipped with a LATCH child restraint mounting system ...

Page 61: ... press the insertion aid into the etween the seat cushion and est continuing until the two s snap into place on the LATCH ets in the seat ustration is an example showing nchorages for a LATCH child int system on the right rear seat Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 62: ... e rollover protection system can red back into place No special eeded for this g a screwdriver from the ard tool kit remove the cover to do this position the screw r under the notch 2 Push the lever toward the front of the vehicle and keep it in this position ...

Page 63: ...y wiring your BMW center is to carry out ork on the rollover protection sys done on the system that is carried mproperly could lead to failure in mergency or accidental activation ding having the system checked sure long term operation be scru s in adhering to the Service Inter splay for maintenance intervals two years at the latest the roll protection system must be cted by a BMW center Overview ...

Page 64: ... measure for display ing time outside temperature dis tance traveled and fuel consumption in the instrument cluster When you shift into Reverse an acoustic signal indicates that PDC has been activated refer to page 85 Switches on rear window defroster automatically refer to page 97 After giving an ice warning the onboard computer display returns to the previous setting refer to page 83 Examples fo...

Page 65: ...ind that it is often easier to turn nition key from position 0 to posi when you move the steering slightly to help disengage the dual electrical accessories are for operation Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 66: ... ay leaves etc Such contact ad to a fire resulting in serious l injury and property damage Manual transmission 1 Engage the parking brake 2 Gearshift lever in idling position 3 Depress the clutch pedal If the clutch pedal is not depressed the engine cannot be started 4 Start the engine Do not press the accelerator pedal Do not actuate the starter for too short a time Do not turn it for more than a...

Page 67: ...67 event the battery from discharg ways deactivate electrical es that are not in use Switch the n off when the vehicle is not driven off Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 68: ...ing brake is primarily designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked It operates on the rear wheels To engage The detent engages automatically and the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on when the ignition key is in position 2 refer to page 18 To release Pull up slightly on the lever press the button and lower the lever ...

Page 69: ... t hold the vehicle in place on s by slipping or riding the clutch he parking brake instead Riding utch leads to severe and prema lutch wear rse t only when the vehicle is station ress the gearshift lever to the left ercome the slight resistance you select reverse the backup will light up automatically when nition key is in position 2 Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 70: ...l position Forward position with one touch mode S sequential mode D automated mode upshifting in sequential mode downshifting in sequential mode The SMG Drivelogic is ready for opera tion from ignition key position two or higher For your safety it is only possible to engage a driving position with the vehi cle stopped approx two seconds after engaging position N with the footbrake depressed shift ...

Page 71: ...on slippery roads MG Drivelogic automatically dis ges and reengages the clutch i e ot necessary to manually engage on N equential mode sequential mode all forward are to be shifted by the driver itch from automated to sequential the selector lever to the right ard S or nge gears with the selector lever he shift paddles on the steering eel You do not need to reduce the throttle for shifting velogic...

Page 72: ...ed mode me the engine is started the ted mode is activated as soon move the selector lever into the driving position utomated mode all forward re shifted automatically To switch from sequential to automated mode tap the selector lever to the right toward D Watch the display in the instrument cluster refer to page 71 For rapid acceleration e g during passing depress the accelerator pedal completely...

Page 73: ...art ing off on grades with virtually no roll back It can be activated in the sequen tial and automated mode with the vehi cle stopped and can be used for both forward and reverse driving The vehicle may roll slightly before it is held by the gradient assis tance after releasing the footbrake Two seconds after the footbrake is released the vehicle begins to roll as it is no longer held with the gra...

Page 74: ...Tire replacement snow chains Following a tire or wheel change and after mounting or removing snow chains the slip recognition of the SMG Drivelogic must become familiar with the changed condition Reinitialize the system afterwards 1 Move the selector lever into position N on a straight stretch of road at a speed of over 20 mph 30 km h 2 Pull both shift paddles for approx two seconds If you do not ...

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Page 76: ...e rain sensor this otary dial 5 upward or windshield 1 refer to page 77 st the sensitivity of the rain sen n rotary dial 5 ch off the rain sensor place position 0 rn the rain sensor off in auto atic car washes Failure to do so esult in damage caused by ed wiper activation Normal wiper speed When the vehicle is stationary the wip ers switch automatically to intermittent wipe not on vehicles with ra...

Page 77: ...able whenever the engine is running and the system has been activated To activate the system In ignition key position 2 Press the button in the steering wheel The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster comes on refer to page 21 You can now use the cruise control Do not use cruise control on twist ing roads when high traffic den sity prevents driving at a constant speed or when the road surface i...

Page 78: ...tivated press the The indicator lamp stays on n use the cruise control again er you want by calling up the hat was stored last on cruise control is interrupted tically the brakes are applied pressing down the clutch pedal exceed or fall below the pro med speed for an extended period by depressing the accelera tor for example Sequential M gearbox with Drivel ogic refer to page 70 when shifting in t...

Page 79: ...he other engine speeds in the early warn ne if possible allow the engine to operate with eedle in the red overspeed zone of auge otect the engine the fuel supply is upted when you approach this r Engine oil temperature The general operating temperature lies between 1757 806 and 2507 1206 During high performance driv ing do not exceed a maximum value of 3007 1506 Overview Controls Maintenance Repai...

Page 80: ...d zones operating range The needle e as far as the edge of the red during normal operation ou switch on the ignition the lamp comes on briefly as an on check mp comes on while operating cle the engine has overheated off the engine immediately and to cool down To check the coolant level refer to page 128 ...

Page 81: ... tions are indicated using symbols until the conditions have been corrected 1 Inspect the low beam and high beam headlamps as well as the parking lamps 2 Door open 3 Luggage compartment lid open 4 Check brake and tail lamps When you open the driver s door after having turned the ignition key to posi tion 0 you will hear an acoustic signal for a few seconds to remind you that the lamps have not bee...

Page 82: ...he right button to the ustment speed will increase the ou continue to hold the right ge the display mode press the tton briefly Every time you press the button the clock display alternates between the 12 hour and 24 hour mode In ignition key position 0 the time is displayed for a few seconds after you press the left button refer to Odometer on page 79 ...

Page 83: ...le the temperature display is active The units of measure 7 6 in the tem perature display of the automatic cli mate control change automatically refer to page 94 Ice warning If the outside temperature drops to about 37 57 36 then the computer will automatically switch to a display of the outside temperature In addition a signal sounds as a warning and the dis play flashes for a brief period Overvi...

Page 84: ... in the tank is mea he estimated range is calcu king into account the operating ns over the last 20 miles 30 km It is important that you refuel when the cruising range falls below approx 35 miles 50 kilometers Other wise the engine cannot be guaranteed to operate properly and damage may result Average speed Any time spent when the vehicle is sta tionary and the engine is shut off is ignored for th...

Page 85: ... driver s personal responsibility for evaluat ing the distance between the vehicle and any objects Even when sensors are involved there is a blind spot in which objects cannot be detected This applies especially in those cases where the system approaches the physical limits of ultrasonic measurement as occurs with tow bars and trailer cou plings and in the vicinity of thin or wedge shaped objects ...

Page 86: ...e vehicle y without DSC In the event of a tion contact a BMW center or a op that works according to quirements with appropriately personnel To deactivate DSC Press the DSC button the DSC indica tor lamp lights up continuously DSC is switched off When better traction is required it is beneficial to deactivate the system in the following situations When rocking the vehicle or starting off in deep sn...

Page 87: ...be upted at any time Initialization is matically continued when you con driving When driving with snow s do not initialize the system 1 Before driving off start the engine but do not start driving 2 Press the button as long as you need to but no more than 8 seconds until the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up in yellow for several seconds 3 Drive off Initialization is completed dur...

Page 88: ...e which wheel is damaged his cannot be determined con ct your BMW center e flat tire using the M Mobility m refer to page 141 s the button for approx onds The red indicator lamp out placing the damaged tire initial system m malfunction The indicator lamp in the instru ment cluster lights up yellow The Flat Tire Monitor is malfunc or out of order Please contact MW center ...

Page 89: ...s to the road users behind you how hard you are braking Normal braking the brake lamps among the rear lamps and the center brake lamp light up Hard braking or braking with ABS in addition the illuminated rear lamp surface is extended refer to the pic ture Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 90: ...amps mmed on your vehicle Automatic headlamp control When the switch is in this posi tion the system automatically responds to changes in ambient light for example in tunnels at dusk and when it is raining or snowing by switching the low beams on or off The low beam headlamps remain on regardless of the ambient light when you switch on the fog lamps Automatic headlamp control can not serve as a su...

Page 91: ...vehicle on either side for ng if you wish to do so he ignition key in position 0 push ver in the appropriate direction ver engages in the turn signal on The standing lamps discharge the battery Avoid using them for r periods of time otherwise you ot be able to start the engine Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 92: ...r lamps on manually he button briefly ant the interior lamps to remain e time press and hold the but approx three seconds he button briefly to revert to nor ration Reading lamps Front reading lamps Switch on and off with the button adja cent to each lamp ...

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Page 96: ...the panel Nevertheless the automatic air distribution remains unchanged You can reactivate the automatic air supply by pressing the AUTO button When the lowest blower speed is set and you press the lower button all of the displays are canceled the blower heating and air conditioner are switched off and the air supply is stopped You can reactivate the system by pressing any button for the auto mati...

Page 97: ...rammed in such a way that the window defroster switches on matically This occurs within 5 min fter starting the engine when out emperatures are below approx 46 Draft free ventilation You can adjust the blower controls for the upper body area to obtain the opti mum airflow rates and directions for your personal requirements 1 Rotary dials for opening and closing the vents at any setting desired 2 L...

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Page 99: ...s not possible Storage compartments Front center armrest To open press the button and fold up Additional compartments and nets You will find additional storage areas in the doors and in the center console above the ashtray Storage nets are located on the backrests of the front seats Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 100: ... empty Press on the edge of the open cover you can now pull the ashtray upward for removal Extinguishing cigarettes Tap off the ash and gently press the tip into the funnel Cigarette lighter Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns The cigarette lighter remains opera tional when the ignition key has been removed For this r...

Page 101: ...101 tray rear mpty on the edge of the open cover in pening direction you can now pull htray upward for removal Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 102: ... rs s lever downward and remove enter piece by pulling it forward nd the ski bag between the front The zipper provides conve access to stored items It may pened to allow the ski bag to dry 4 Press the button in the luggage com partment ...

Page 103: ...g or evasive maneuvers re that the skis are clean before g them into the bag Be careful to damage from sharp edges Storing the ski bag To store the ski bag perform the above steps in reverse sequence When reattaching the center piece guide both bars into the guide and press the center piece back into place Secure the safety belts in their holders again Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data In...

Page 104: ...ge load capacity For example if the YYY amount equals 820 lbs and there will be four 150 lbs passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 220 lbs 820 lbs minus 600 lbs 220 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6...

Page 105: ... always fold the convertible top compartment panel down as soon as you have removed your cargo from the luggage compart ment This way you can be sure that you can always operate you convertible top at any time At the same time when the top is raised you should fold the convertible top compartment panel back up before stowing large objects in the luggage compartment this precaution will help reduce...

Page 106: ...he approved gross weight or the approved axle efer to page 156 otherwise the s operating safety is no longer and the vehicle will not be in nce with the certification regu stow heavy or hard objects in senger compartment without uring them Otherwise they e thrown around during braking sive maneuvers and endanger upants ...

Page 107: ...ad is not too bulky ttempt to distribute it evenly s load the heaviest pieces first so hey are at the bottom Make sure o objects get in the way when the ge compartment lid is opening or g e the roof mounted luggage cor and safely to prevent it from shift being lost during driving smoothly and avoid sudden eration or braking Do not corner h speeds Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

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Page 110: ...king brake drums apply the parking brake lightly when coasting to a standstill e g at a traffic signal provided that traffic condi tions permit to do so To avoid corrosion repeate this proce dure from time to time The brake lamps do not come on when the parking brake is set Vacuum for the brake system servo unit on your BMW is available only when the engine is running When you move the vehicle wit...

Page 111: ...op Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness you can avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of steering effort despite the full brake application Pulsation at the brake pedal combined with sounds from the hydraulic circuits indicates to the driver that ABS is in its active mode Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal Otherwise even light but consistent pedal pres sure can...

Page 112: ... by the pads to clean the rotors e applications is not reached ake rotors are corroded they d to respond to braking with a g effect that even extended pplications will fail to cure Brake pads For your own safety use only brake pads that BMW has released for your particular vehicle model BMW cannot evaluate non approved brake pads to determine if they are suitable for use and therefore cannot ensur...

Page 113: ... absolutely dry in order to avoid water spots and mildew from forming The hardtop offers reading lamps and clothes hooks that can be used just by pressing It is also possible to mount a luggage rack on the roof Please con sult your BMW center When hanging clothing from the hooks be sure that they will not obstruct the driver s vision Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks If you do so they could c...

Page 114: ...car upwards and remove Do by pulling the tab on trim ce 1 in the direction of travel 4 Open the two front locking levers on the hardtop Press on the but tons to do so The levers will release slightly Open the levers as far as possible ...

Page 115: ...urning to the inside as far s the stop located behind the trim ill allow Flip the cover panels ack into place o lock the hardtop in the front ose the front locking levers until ou hear them engage heck the seal between the wind hield frame and the hardtop on oth the left and right sides If it is olded or bent out of place you hould smooth it back into position y hand to ensure secure and reli ble ...

Page 116: ...shown on the driver s st visible when the door is ation pressures apply to BMW ed tire sizes and recommended nds Your BMW center will be supply this information n pressures for other tire owing tire pressure table shows ressures for the given tire sizes ent temperature ...

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Page 118: ...B C All passenger car tires must con form to Federal Safety Require ments in addition to these grades Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled condi tions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The ...

Page 119: ...se note that wheels tires and sus pension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and consequential dam ages Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect This type of problem can be caused by contact with curbs etc This is also true for irregularities in the vehicle s han dling characteristics such as a pro nounced tendency...

Page 120: ...Ask your BMW center for details con cerning the correct wheel and tire com bination Have the wheels balanced each time a wheel or tire has been replaced The correct wheel and tire combination also affects different systems such as ABS or DSC The function of these sys tems is impaired if improper wheel and tire combinations are used BMW advises against using retreaded tires as driving safety could ...

Page 121: ...ver exceed the maximum speed for which the winter tires ted Unprofessional attempts by n to service tires can lead to dam nd accidents Have this work per d by skilled professionals only echnicians at your BMW center e glad to assist you with the ed professional knowledge and alized equipment Storage Always store tires in a cool dry place Store them away from light whenever possible Protect the tir...

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Page 123: ...audibly engages Check for proper locking by pulling on the hood at the left and right above the headlamps To avoid injuries be sure that the travel path of the hood is clear when it is closed following the same safety precautions used in all closing procedures If you notice while driving that the hood is not completely closed stop immedi ately and close it securely Overview Controls Maintenance Re...

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Page 126: ...ff with a clean ee cloth paper towel or similar rial ully push the dipstick all the nto the guide tube and pull it gain oil level should be between the marks on the dipstick fuel economy oil consumption ly influenced by your driving d vehicle operating conditions The oil volume between the two marks on the dipstick corresponds to approx 1 4 US quarts 1 3 liters ...

Page 127: ...ils approved for your vehicle l Ask your BMW center for details concerning oils that have been approved You can also call BMW of North America toll free at 1 800 831 1117 or visit this website www bmwusa com to obtain this infor mation BMW engines are designed to operate without oil additives the use of additives could even lead to damage in some cases Alternative oil types If a High Performance S...

Page 128: ...ing the coolant level 1 The engine must be at ambient tem perature 2 Open the cap for the expansion tank by turning it slightly counterclock wise to allow accumulated pressure to escape Then open 3 The coolant level is correct when the upper end of the red float is even with the upper edge of the filler neck refer to the arrow in the illustration or to the schematic diagram next to the filler neck...

Page 129: ... have the fluid changed every two years by W center Refer also to the Service Warranty Information Booklet for odels or the Warranty and Service Booklet for Canadian models fluid is toxic and damages the e s paint You should always store s closed original container and in tion inaccessible to children t spill the brake fluid and do not brake fluid reservoir beyond the mark The brake fluid could ig...

Page 130: ...e interval indi cated on the display Special feature regarding engine oil change The calculation of the service intervals covers practically every kind of operat ing situation If you drive very rarely however you should have the oil changed at least every two years since engine oil deteriorates over time regardless of use Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models Warranty and Service ...

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Page 132: ...nents especially the catalytic er hen the fuel filler cap is not operly tightened the OBD sys detect the vapor leak and the r will light up If the filler cap is uently tightened the indicator go out within a few days data recorders hicle may be equipped with one sensing and diagnostic mod a recording device capable of ng or transmitting certain vehicle information In addition if you Subscription S...

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Page 136: ...rm completely out the windshield on the wiper blade at an angle pull the release spring see w the wiper blade down and ok it toward the windshield he wiper blade past the wiper oward the top t a new wiper blade and apply ure until you hear it engage ...

Page 137: ...for ehicle brochure n lamps ervice life of these bulbs is very and the probability of a failure is ow provided that they are not hed on and off an unusual number es If one of these bulbs should theless fail it is possible to con driving with great caution using g lamps provided traffic laws in area do not prohibit this Because of the extremely high voltages involved any work on the xenon lighting ...

Page 138: ... lamp and screw the bulb ce through the upper opening Side turn signal indicators 5 watt bulb 1 Press the back edge of the lamp toward the front with the tip of your finger and remove 2 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left to remove ...

Page 139: ...wn see arrow 1 Disengage the bulb holder see arrow 2 and remove it 3 Applying light pressure turn the bulb to the left Remove and exchange the bulb 4 Press the bulb holder into position until you hear it engage 5 Reinstall the trim with the clip Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 140: ...ed translucent lenses serve as the urces for many of the controls plays in your vehicle These mitting diodes are related to con al lasers and legislation defines light emitting diodes Class 1 Do not remove the protective lens and avoid staring directly at the unfiltered beam for several hours as inflammation of the retina could result ...

Page 141: ...ou will find corresponding nstructions for using the bility system on the device Before using the M Mobility sys em read the warnings on the nt bottle he sticker showing the speed limit he sealant bottle and stick it onto eering wheel Please observe the expiration date on the sealant bottle Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 142: ...connecting hose are nside the compressor box System version with manometer integrated in the box 3 Plug and cable for the cigarette lighter socket 4 Connector for the sealant bottle 5 Compressor 6 On Off switch 7 Manometer for indicating the tire pressure 8 Screw for reducing the filling pres sure 9 Hose connecting compressor and sealant bottle or compressor and wheel Plug cable and connecting hos...

Page 143: ... running for approx 3 minutes to fill in the sealant It does not matter afterward what the tire s inflation pressure is 9 Turn the system off and disconnect the hose from the sealant bottle and the wheel valve Stow the M Mobility system in the vehicle Distributing the sealant Right afterward drive at least about 2 miles 3 km so that the sealant is distributed evenly in the tire Do not exceed a max...

Page 144: ...Wash hands after handling Maintenance The battery is completely maintenance free This means that the original bat tery acid will normally last for the ser vice life of the battery under moderate climate conditions Your BMW center will be glad to advise you if you have any questions concerning the battery Please consult your BMW center whenever you have any questions concerning the battery Charging...

Page 145: ...ocation in the glove compartment behind a panel with two snap clips Do not attempt to repair a blown fuse or replace it with a fuse having a different color or amperage rating To do this could cause a fire in the vehicle resulting from a circuit over load Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

Page 146: ...quipped with an acti vated BMW Assist and the current loca tion of the vehicle can be determined this location is transmitted to the BMW Assist response center If the navigation system has failed the current location of the vehicle is not transmitted If the indicator lamp is flashing but you cannot hear the BMW Assist response center over the hands free system it is possible that e g the hands fre...

Page 147: ...pport vehi itch off all consumers in both icles Make absolutely certain that there s no contact between the body of the two vehicles otherwise is a short circuit hazard Connecting the jumper cables Be sure to connect the jumper cables in the right order other wise there is a risk of injury due to sparks being created near the battery The jump starting terminal located in your BMW s engine compartm...

Page 148: ...the engines to run for several es onnect the jumper cables in se sequence e battery recharged at your enter as required o not use spray starter fluids to art the engine ...

Page 149: ...tify the vehicle being towed e g by placing a sign or a warning triangle in the rear window Vehicles with manual transmission gearshift lever in idling position Vehicles with sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic selector lever in posi tion N Towing methods In some countries it is not permitted to tow the vehicle with a tow bar or tow rope on public roads Familiarize yourself with the applicable to...

Page 150: ...ave the vehicle towed with the clutch pedal completely depressed and then slowly release the clutch pedal After the engine has started immediately depress the clutch pedal again completely 5 Pull over at a suitable location remove the tow bar or tow rope and turn on the hazard warning flashers 6 Have the vehicle checked Vehicles with sequential M gearbox with Drivelogic Have the vehicle towed with...

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Page 154: ...198 1 3 246 6 333 7 900 262 355 4 900 11 5 3 58 91 3 43 87 Digital electronic engine management system ...

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Page 156: ...lbs kg 3 782 1 715 lbs kg 4 608 2 090 lbs kg 2 183 990 lbs kg 2 513 1 140 lbs kg 165 75 cu ft l cu ft l 9 2 260 10 6 300 weight must never be exceeded ...

Page 157: ...ecifications refer to page 126 ts liters approx 5 8 5 5 Specifications refer to page 127 ts liters approx 1 9 1 8 Oil change during running in check and during each inspection II ts liters approx 1 2 1 1 Oil change during running in check and during each inspection II Overview Controls Maintenance Repairs Data Index ...

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Page 160: ...l 94 Automatic curb monitor 52 Automatic dimming interior rearview mirror 53 Automatic recirculated air control AUC 97 Automatic windshield washer refer to Rain sen sor 76 Average fuel consumption 84 Average speed 84 Avoiding unintentional alarms 37 Axle loads refer to Weights 156 B Backrest unlocking 49 Backrest refer to Seat adjustment 47 Backup lamps 69 bulb replacement 139 Bandages refer to Fi...

Page 161: ...rd Computer Center armrest front 99 Center high mount brake lamp bulb replacement 140 Central locking system 28 button 32 passenger compartment 32 Check Control 81 Check Gas Cap indicator lamp 19 Child seats refer to Child restraint systems 58 Child restraint mounting system LATCH 60 Child restraint systems 58 Cigarette lighter 100 Cleaning chrome parts refer to the Caring for your vehi cle brochu...

Page 162: ...96 Demisting windows automatic climate control 96 Differential breaking in 110 Digital clock 82 Dimensions 155 Dipstick engine oil 126 Displacement refer to Engine data 154 Display lighting refer to Instrument lighting 91 Displays refer to Instrument cluster 16 Disposal oil 127 vehicle battery 145 Distance warning refer to Park Distance Control PDC 85 Door key 28 Door lock 31 Doors emergency opera...

Page 163: ...illing with sealant M Mobility system 143 First aid refer to First aid kit 23 First aid kit 23 Flat tire 141 Flat Tire Monitor 87 repairing 141 Flat Tire Monitor 87 activating deactivating 88 indicator lamp 18 19 88 Floor panel raising 35 Fluid reservoir for washer systems 126 Fog lamps indicator warning lamp 20 Folding down convertible top compartment panel 35 Follow me home lamps 90 Footbrake re...

Page 164: ...positions 65 Ignition lock 65 Imprint 4 Indicator lamps 18 Indicator warning lamp airbags 18 alarm system 37 brakes 18 19 Check Gas Cap 19 convertible top 41 coolant 19 80 DSC 19 Flat Tire Monitor 18 19 88 fog lamps 20 Please fasten safety belts 18 reserve 80 rollover protection system 19 Service Engine Soon 19 Individual air distribution 96 Individual settings refer to Vehicle Memory Key Memory 6...

Page 165: ...o Luggage compartment lid 33 remote control 30 securing separately 33 volume 156 Luggage compartment lid 33 emergency operation 33 emergency release 34 indicator lamp 81 opening from inside the vehicle 33 opening from outside 33 remote control 30 unlocking manually 33 Luggage rack refer to Roof mounted luggage rack 107 Lumbar support 48 M M Engine dynamics control 89 M Mobility system 141 Maintena...

Page 166: ...ng from inside 32 from outside 29 via door lock 31 via remote control 29 Outlets ventilation 94 Outside temperature dis play 83 changing unit of measure 83 P Paintwork care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Panic mode trigger alarm 30 Park Distance Control PDC 85 Parking aid refer to Park Distance Control PDC 85 Parking brake 68 indicator lamp 18 Parking lamps 90 bulb replacement 137 P...

Page 167: ...osition 46 Safety belt height adjust ment 50 Safety belts 50 height adjustment 50 seat integrated safety belt system 49 warning lamp 18 Safety systems refer to Antilock Brake System 113 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 86 Screwdriver refer to Onboard tool kit 136 Seat adjustment 47 BMW sports seat 47 lumbar support 47 48 power seats 47 Seat belt tensioner refer to Safety belts 50 Seat heating 52 Seat...

Page 168: ... Telephone hookup microphone 100 Telephone refer to the sep arate Owner s Manual Television refer to the Owner s Manual for Onboard Computer Temperature automatic climate control 96 Temperature adjustment 96 Temperature display engine coolant 80 ice warning 83 outside temperature 83 setting units 83 Temperature layering 97 Tempomat refer to Cruise control 77 Thigh support area adjust ing 47 Third ...

Page 169: ...ar ing for your vehicle bro chure 76 weight 156 Vehicle Memory 64 Vehicle weight 156 Ventilation 94 draft free 97 Viscosity 127 Voice command system 22 microphone 100 Voice control refer to sepa rate Owner s Manual Volume luggage compartment 156 W Warning and indicator lamps 18 Warning lamp Please fas ten safety belts 18 Warning messages 81 Warranty and Service Guide Booklet 130 Warranty refer als...

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Page 173: ...ter your preferred fuel here ne oil l quantity between the two marks e dipstick is approx S quarts 1 3 liters nflation pressure nation y Summer tires Winter tires front rear front rear 2 persons sons plus luggage ...

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