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Programs

Response behavior options:

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"Efficient": efficient, comfortable. Minimal
fuel consumption.
Ideal, e.g., in city traffic or on snow.

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"Sport": sporty, dynamic.

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"Sport Plus": spontaneous, direct. Maxi‐
mum dynamics.

Selecting a channel

Via M Drive

On the Control Display:

"Settings"

"M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"

Select the symbol.

Select the desired channel.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.

To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:

▷

Using the button

Press button repeatedly until the desired
program is displayed in the instrument

cluster.

Display in the instrument cluster

Engine Dynamics Control with selected
program with activated Display of the
system states of the driving dynamics,

refer to page

Seite 79

Driving

Controls

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Summary of Contents for M3 SEDAN 2017

Page 1: ...BMW M The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW M4 COUPE OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

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Page 3: ...ures available in your BMW M4 The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety and to contrib ute to maintaining the value of your BMW M4 Any updates made...

Page 4: ...Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English ID4 VI 16 07 16 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for re...

Page 5: ...ights 103 Safety 121 Driving stability control systems 127 Driving comfort 142 Climate control 147 Interior equipment 155 Storage compartments Driving tips 162 BMW M4 technology 164 Things to remember...

Page 6: ...anual in the vehicle on the Control Display Online Owner s Manual BMW Driver s Guide app Additional sources of information Dealer s service center A dealer s service center will be glad to answer addi...

Page 7: ...tary Owner s Manuals On right hand drive vehicles some control ele ments are arranged differently from what is shown in the illustrations Status of the Owner s Manual Basic information The manufacture...

Page 8: ...can be used with BMW vehicles without presenting a safety hazard even if a country specific official approval was issued BMW does not evaluate whether these products are suitable for BMW vehicles und...

Page 9: ...brakes Responses by the vehicle to special situa tions such as airbag deployment or en gagement of the stability control systems Ambient conditions such as temperature This data is purely technical in...

Page 10: ...can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number can be found in the engine compartment The vehicle identification...

Page 11: ...who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada De fect Investigations and Recalls may call the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicl...

Page 12: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 13: ...ws of buttons switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle Moreover you will become familiar with the available control concepts and options quickly Online Edition for Part...

Page 14: ...safety related functions and systems When using these functions and systems the applicable country provisions must be observed Functions and controls in the cockpit 1 Roller sunblind for rear window 4...

Page 15: ...speed Cruise control rocker switch 9 Instrument cluster 80 10 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source see Own er s Manual for Navigation Enter tainment and Communication 6 Volume see Owner...

Page 16: ...anual for Navigation Entertainment and Commu nication 6 6 Climate control 142 7 Controller with buttons 19 8 Parking brake 69 9 Drivelogic 77 10 PDC Park Distance Control 129 Rearview camera 132 Parki...

Page 17: ...ctor lever 74 In the vicinity of the roofliner 1 Intelligent emergency call 212 2 Glass sunroof electric 48 3 Indicator light front seat passen ger airbag 106 4 Reading lights 101 5 Interior lights 10...

Page 18: ...a risk of an accident Only use the systems or devices when the traffic situation allows If necessary stop and use the systems and devices while the vehicle is stationary Overview of control elements...

Page 19: ...irections Buttons on the controller Button Function MENU Opens the main menu RADIO Opens the Radio menu MEDIA Opens the Multimedia menu NAV Opens the Navigation menu TEL Opens the Phone menu BACK Disp...

Page 20: ...ems can be selected 1 Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted 2 Press the controller Menu items in the Owner s Manual In the Owner s Manual menu items that can be selected are s...

Page 21: ...s displayed 3 Press the controller Activating deactivating the functions Several menu items are preceded by a check box It indicates whether the function is acti vated or deactivated Selecting the men...

Page 22: ...e map and Internet The interactive map in the navigation system and Internet pages can be moved using the touchpad Function Operation Move interactive map or Internet pages Swipe into re spective dire...

Page 23: ...network Symbol flashes network search Cellular network is not available Bluetooth is switched on Roaming is active Symbol Meaning SMS text message received Check the SIM card SIM card is blocked SIM c...

Page 24: ...Only radio stations can be stored on the but tons Saving a function 1 Highlight the function via iDrive 2 Press and hold the desired button until a signal sounds Running a function Press button The f...

Page 25: ...or num ber 2 Select additional letters or numbers if needed 3 OK confirm the entry Symbol Function Press the controller delete the let ter or number Press the controller for an extended period delete...

Page 26: ...tem so that the spoken commands can be identi fied Set the language refer to page 94 Using the voice activation system Activating the voice activation system 1 Press button on the steering wheel 2 Wai...

Page 27: ...settings Via the main menu The commands of the menu items are spoken just as they are selected via the controller 1 Turn on the Entertainment sound output if needed 2 Press button on the steering whee...

Page 28: ...button refer to page 212 close to the interior mirror Environmental conditions Say the commands numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume empha sis and speed Always say commands in the lang...

Page 29: ...des informa tion on how to operate the vehicle how to use basic vehicle functions and what to do in case of a breakdown This information can also be displayed while driving Search by images Based on i...

Page 30: ...displays 1 Press button or move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press button agai...

Page 31: ...Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle At a glance 31 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 32: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 33: ...this chapter helps you in confidently operating your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Edition for Par...

Page 34: ...y information WARNING People or animals in the vehicle can lock the doors from the inside and lock themselves in The vehicle can then not be opened from the outside There is a risk of injury Take the...

Page 35: ...itched on In this case switch off the engine or the ignition using the Start Stop button Lock Press button on the remote control with the vehicle locked This function is not available if the interior...

Page 36: ...air shop Blocking remote controls A lost remote control can be blocked by a deal er s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop Malfunction General information A Check Control...

Page 37: ...me in the vehi cle while it is very hot or cold outside there is a risk of injury or danger to life Do not lock the vehicle from the outside when there are people in it NOTE The door lock is permanent...

Page 38: ...ton to unlock the doors together and then pull the door handle above the arm rest On the door to be opened pull the door handle twice the first time unlocks the door the second time opens it The other...

Page 39: ...our finger and hold it there without grasping the door handle This corresponds with pressing and holding the button on the remote control In addition to locking the windows and the glass sunroof close...

Page 40: ...firm stance and do not touch the vehicle WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat ing the tailgate There is a risk of injury Make sure that the area of movement of the tailgate is clear during ope...

Page 41: ...ng on your vehicle s equipment and the country version it is possible to specify whether the doors are also unlocked when un locking with the remote control Create the settings refer to page 44 Safety...

Page 42: ...ro file are automatically applied If several drivers use their own remote control the vehicle will adjust the personal settings during unlocking These settings are also re stored if the vehicle has be...

Page 43: ...ssigned to the current remote control Renaming profiles A personal name can be assigned to every pro file to avoid confusion between the profiles On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Open Op...

Page 44: ...nd the fuel filler flap are unlocked Pressing again un locks the entire vehicle All doors The entire vehicle is unlocked Tailgate 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Select the symbol 4 Select the desired functi...

Page 45: ...hicle has been unlocked via the door lock Switching off the alarm refer to page 46 Tailgate with the alarm system switched on The tailgate can be opened even when the alarm system is switched on After...

Page 46: ...2 sec onds and then continues to flash The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen sor are turned off until the vehicle is locked again Switching off the alarm Unlock the vehicle with the remote co...

Page 47: ...indows such as an tennas can impact jam protection There is a risk of injury Do not install accessories in the area of movement of the windows Closing without the pinch protection system In case of da...

Page 48: ...is a risk of accidents or injuries Do not leave children or animals unattended in the ve hicle Take the remote control with you when exiting and lock the vehicle Overview Tilting the glass sunroof Pus...

Page 49: ...xceeds a certain threshold 2 Press the switch forward again beyond the resistance point and hold until the glass sunroof closes without jam protection Make sure that the closing area is clear Closing...

Page 50: ...le driving can lead to unexpected movements of the seat Vehicle control could be lost There is a risk of an acci dent Only adjust the seat on the driver s side when the vehicle is stationary WARNING W...

Page 51: ...eat to the desired tilt After releasing the lever apply your weight to the seat or lift it off to make sure the seat engages properly Electrically adjustable seats Overview 1 Seat and mirror memory 2...

Page 52: ...re gion of the spine The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture Press the front rear section of the switch The curvature is increased decreased Press the upper lower sec tion of t...

Page 53: ...of property damage Make sure that the area of movement of the seat is clear prior to any ad justment WARNING Unexpected movements of the backrest while driving may occur due to an unlocked backrest V...

Page 54: ...ing worn by all occupants before driving off Al though airbags enhance safety by providing added protection they are not a substitute for safety belts Slowly guide the safety belt out of the holder wh...

Page 55: ...ox 6 mph 10 km h It can also be activated if objects are placed on the front passenger seat Damage to safety belts WARNING The protective effect of the safety belts may not be fully functional or fail...

Page 56: ...l could be lost There is a risk of an accident Only retrieve the memory function when the vehicle is stationary WARNING There is a risk of jamming when moving the seats There is a risk of injury or ri...

Page 57: ...ding in and out 57 Selecting a mirror To change over to the other mirror Slide the switch Adjusting electrically Press button The mirror movement follows the but ton movement Saving positions The curr...

Page 58: ...Interior mirror automatic dimming feature Overview Photocells are used for control In the mirror glass On the back of the mirror Functional requirements Keep the photocells clean Do not cover the are...

Page 59: ...Heated steering wheel Switching on off Press button On the LED lights up Off the LED goes out Settings Controls 59 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 60: ...s provided in ac cordance with the age weight and size of the child Children 13 years of age or older must wear a safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint system can no longer be used due to...

Page 61: ...ting airbags WARNING Active front seat passenger airbags can injure a child in a child restraint system when the airbags are activated There is a risk of in jury Make sure that the front seat passenge...

Page 62: ...gaged and that the LATCH child restraint fixing system fits se curely against the backrest Position The corresponding symbol shows the mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Seats equipped with lower anch...

Page 63: ...thout twisting to the upper retaining strap 1 Direction of travel 2 Upper retaining strap 3 Head restraint 4 Rear window shelf 5 Mounting point 6 Hook for upper retaining strap Attaching the upper ret...

Page 64: ...r consumers Ignition off M double clutch transmission press the Start Stop button again without stepping on the brake Manual transmission press the Start Stop but ton again without stepping on the clu...

Page 65: ...icient ventila tion WARNING An unsecured vehicle can begin to move and possibly roll away There is a risk of an ac cident Before exiting secure the vehicle against rolling In order to ensure that the...

Page 66: ...o a vehicle wash observe instructions for going into an auto matic vehicle wash refer to page 218 M double clutch transmission Switching off the engine 1 Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to a...

Page 67: ...atic climate control is switched on Vehicle battery is heavily discharged At higher elevations The engine compartment lid is unlocked The parking assistant is activated Stop and go traffic Use of fuel...

Page 68: ...ine can only be stopped or started via the Start Stop button LED goes out Auto Start Stop function is activated Switching off the vehicle during an automatic engine stop During an automatic engine sto...

Page 69: ...brake slightly and hold the button down To prevent corrosion and one sided brake ac tion lightly apply the parking brake periodically while coasting if traffic conditions permit The brake lights will...

Page 70: ...rt moving in the folded away state body parts can be jammed or dam age may occur to parts of the vehicle There is a risk of injury or risk of property damage Make sure that the vehicle is switched off...

Page 71: ...opera tion is preset Safety information NOTE If the rain sensor is activated the wipers can accidentally start moving in vehicle washes There is a risk of property damage Deactivate the rain sensor i...

Page 72: ...on Fold away position of the wipers Concept The wipers can be folded away from the wind shield in the fold away position General information Important e g when changing the wiper blades or when foldin...

Page 73: ...low the usage instructions on the washer fluid con tainer Use of BMW s Windshield Washer Concen trate or the equivalent is recommended WARNING Washer fluid can ignite and catch fire on contact with ho...

Page 74: ...erse gear with a forward shifting movement M double clutch transmission with Drivelogic General information The M double clutch transmission with Drive logic is an automatic shift transmission with tw...

Page 75: ...gear and forward gear without stepping on the brakes in the process Safety information NOTE When using the function and simultane ously stepping on the brake pedal for a longer time the transmission...

Page 76: ...si tion N e g in vehicle washes refer to page 218 P Park The drive wheels are blocked P is engaged automatically After the engine is switched off when the vehicle is in radio ready state refer to page...

Page 77: ...um shifting speed Launch Con trol Selecting driving program using button in center console Press button repeatedly until the de sired driving program is displayed in the instrument cluster Selecting d...

Page 78: ...the left foot 4 Fully depress the accelerator pedal The starting engine speed adjusts A flag symbol appears in the instrument cluster 5 If necessary change the starting engine speed by 500 rpm via cru...

Page 79: ...the desired channel When M Drive is active setting is immedi ately applied To activate M Drive with the selected settings press the corresponding button on the steer ing wheel Using the button Press...

Page 80: ...licable country provisions must be observed Overview instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 84 2 Speedometer 3 Messages for example Check Control 4 Tachometer 85 Shift point indicator 96 5 Engine oil tempera...

Page 81: ...n a variety of combi nations and colors Several of the lights are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on Red lights Safety be...

Page 82: ...Dynamic Stability Control is deac tivated For additional information refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC refer to page 122 M Dynamic Mode MDM M Dynamic Mode MDM is switched on For more information...

Page 83: ...rn signal Turn signal switched on Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb has failed For additional information refer to Turn signal refer to page 69 Parking l...

Page 84: ...essages are dis played continuously and are not cleared until the malfunction is eliminated If sev eral malfunctions occur at once the mes sages are displayed consecutively These messages can be hidde...

Page 85: ...oolant along with the engine becomes too hot a Check Control message is displayed A red indicator lamp is displayed Check the coolant level Odometer and trip odometer Display Odometer arrow 1 Trip odo...

Page 86: ...play with Drivelogic Sequential mode Engaged gear arrow 1 Selected driving program Drivelogic arrow 2 Drive mode Engaged gear together with a D arrow 1 Selected driving program Drivelogic arrow 2 Rang...

Page 87: ...namic driving syst The display for the energy recovery is active Display of the driving dynamics sys tems refer to page 87 EfficientDynamics display Displaying Efficient Dynamics Information on fuel c...

Page 88: ...service requirements from your remote con trol Display Detailed information on service requirements More information on the scope of service re quired can be displayed on the Control Dis play 1 Vehic...

Page 89: ...own to fuel efficient gear Speed Limit Info Speed Limit Info Concept Speed Limit Info shows the current maximum permitted speed in the instrument cluster General information The camera in the area of...

Page 90: ...lights or strong reflections When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over dirty or covered by a sticker etc In the event of incorrect detection by the camera If the speed limits...

Page 91: ...ID central in formation display of the instrument cluster Information at a glance Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn signal lever calls up the following information in the CID central informat...

Page 92: ...displayed if a destination is entered in the navi gation system before the trip is started The distance to the destination is adopted au tomatically Time of arrival The estimated time of arrival is di...

Page 93: ...ntrol Display 1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Warning at 4 Turn the controller until the desired speed is displayed 5 Press the controller Speed warning is stored Activating deactivating the speed warning On the...

Page 94: ...ate format is stored Language Setting the language To set the language on the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Language 4 Select the desired language Settings are stored for the profile c...

Page 95: ...the cover of the Head up Dis play Sunglasses with certain polarization filters Wet roads Unfavorable light conditions If the image is distorted have the basic set tings checked by a dealer s service...

Page 96: ...ight 4 Turn the controller until the desired height is reached 5 Press the controller Settings are stored for the profile currently used Setting the rotation The screen of the Head up Display can be r...

Page 97: ...splay Switching on Shift lights are only shown in the Head up Dis play in the M view refer to page 95 1 Switch on Head up Display refer to page 95 2 Settings 3 Head Up Display 4 Displayed information...

Page 98: ...s Parking lights Symbol Function Low beams Instrument lighting Parking lights cornering lights and roadside parking lights General information Position of switch If the driver door is opened with the...

Page 99: ...r is switched on after the radio ready state is switched off Setting the duration On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Pathway lighting 4 Set length of time Settings are stored for the profi...

Page 100: ...g on the equipment version Adap tive Light Control consists of one or several systems Cornering light refer to page 100 Activating Position of switch with the ignition switched on Corner illuminating...

Page 101: ...itch off the high beams in situations where required to avoid a safety risk The system is not fully functional in the follow ing situations and driver intervention may be necessary In very unfavorable...

Page 102: ...t light Depending on your optional features lighting can be adjusted for some lights in the interior Selecting color scheme On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Ambient 4 Select the desired...

Page 103: ...he applicable country provisions must be observed Airbags 1 Front airbag driver 2 Front airbag front passenger 3 Head airbag 4 Side airbag 5 Knee airbag Front airbags Front airbags help protect the dr...

Page 104: ...terials to the air bag cover panels do not cover them or modify them in any way Dashboard and windshield on the front passenger side must stay clear do not at tach adhesive labels or coverings and do...

Page 105: ...hildren on the front passenger seat see Children Safety information WARNING To ensure the front seat passenger air bag function the system must be able to de tect whether a person is sitting in the fr...

Page 106: ...ger s airbags very much depends on the positions of the driver s front passeng er s seat To maintain the accuracy of this function over the long term calibrate the front seats as soon as a respective...

Page 107: ...op in inflation pressure in the indicated tire All wheels are yellow A flat tire or major drop in inflation pressure in several tires Gray wheels The system cannot detect a flat tire Reasons for this...

Page 108: ...s if necessary 3 Reset the system Message in case of sharp tire inflation pressure loss The yellow warning lamp lights up In addition a symbol with the affected tires will be displayed in the Check Co...

Page 109: ...erence the system automatically becomes active again Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when c...

Page 110: ...City Brak ing function refer to page 111 Pedestrian warning refer to page 113 Safety information WARNING Indicators and warnings do not relieve the driver from personal responsibility Due to system li...

Page 111: ...f an imminent danger of collision at speeds from approx 3 mph 5 km h Time of warnings may vary with the current driving situation Appropriate braking kicks in at speeds of up to 35 mph 60 km h Detecti...

Page 112: ...a warning symbol appears in the instru ment cluster and in the Head Up Display Symbol Measure Symbol lights up red prewarning Brake and increase distance Symbol flashes red and an acoustic signal soun...

Page 113: ...etection potential is limited Thus a system reaction might not come or might come late E g the following situations may not be de tected Slow moving vehicles when you approach them at high speed Vehic...

Page 114: ...on of the central area Safety information WARNING Indicators and warnings do not relieve the driver from personal responsibility Due to system limits warnings or reactions of the sys tem may not be ou...

Page 115: ...The braking intervention can be interrupted by stepping on the accelerator pedal or by ac tively moving the steering wheel Object detection can be restricted Observe the limitations of the detection...

Page 116: ...e turn signal is set before leaving the lane Safety information WARNING The system does not release the driver from the personal responsibility to correctly assess route and traffic situation There is...

Page 117: ...vered by objects When driving very close to the vehicle in front of you When driving toward bright lights When the windshield in front of the interior mirror is fogged over dirty or covered with stick...

Page 118: ...set while a vehicle is in the critical zone the steering wheel vibrates briefly and the lamp in the exterior mirror housing flashes brightly The warning stops when the turn signal is switched off or...

Page 119: ...ake force display Concept Additional brake lamps indicate emergency braking to the traffic behind This can reduce the risk of a rear end collision General information During normal brake application t...

Page 120: ...tion to take a break cannot be displayed until after approxi mately 45 minutes System limits The function may be limited in the following situations e g and will either output an incor rect warning or...

Page 121: ...zes all of the benefits provided by ABS Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the emergency stop M Drive Concept Individual settings can be carried out in two preassigned c...

Page 122: ...outside of M Drive e g using the buttons in the center console This deacti vates M Drive To reactivate all settings made for M Drive on the Control Display briefly press one of the fol lowing buttons...

Page 123: ...ica tor lamp for DSC OFF lights up in the instru ment cluster and displays DSC OFF DSC is switched off Activating DSC Press button DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator lamp go out Indicator warning light...

Page 124: ...flashes M Dynamic Mode controls the drive forces and brake forces Indicator lights light up M Dynamic Mode or DSC has failed Active M differential The concept The active M differential assures continu...

Page 125: ...e drive off assistant 1 Hold the vehicle in place with the foot brake 2 Release the foot brake and drive off with out delay After the foot brake is released the vehicle is held in place for approx 2 s...

Page 126: ...elected settings press the corresponding button on the steer ing wheel Using the button Press button repeatedly until the desired program is displayed in the instrument cluster Display in the instrume...

Page 127: ...accident Adjust the driving style to the traffic conditions Watch traffic closely and actively intervene in the re spective situations WARNING The use of the system can lead to an in creased risk of...

Page 128: ...tored as the desired speed The stored speed is displayed in the speedom eter and briefly in the instrument cluster refer to page 129 DSC will be switched on if needed The speed can also be stored by p...

Page 129: ...is active the mark ing indicates the desired speed Marking lights up orange system is interrupted the marking indicates the stored speed The marking does not light up the system is switched off Brief...

Page 130: ...t yet active Overview With front PDC button in vehicle Park assistance button Ultrasound sensors Ultrasound sensors of the PDC e g in the bumpers Functional requirements To ensure full functionality D...

Page 131: ...of property damage Observe the information regarding the system limits and actively intervene if needed Limits of ultrasonic measurement Ultrasonic measurements might not function in the following sit...

Page 132: ...maneuvering and at complex exits and intersections Rearview camera refer to page 132 Side View refer to page 135 Top View refer to page 136 Rearview camera Concept The rearview camera provides assist...

Page 133: ...tailgate is fully closed Keep the recording range of the camera clear Protruding cargo can lead to mal functions Activating assistance functions More than one assistance function can be ac tive at the...

Page 134: ...ss With the rearview camera switched on 1 Select the symbol 2 Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller Contrast With the rearview camera switched on 1 Select t...

Page 135: ...dent Adjust the driving style to the traffic condi tions Watch traffic and vehicle surroundings closely and actively intervene in the respective situations Overview Button in the vehicle Side View Cam...

Page 136: ...Control Display for this purpose General information The image is captured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the rearview camera The range is at least 7 ft 2 m to the side and r...

Page 137: ...isplay appears as soon as Top View is activated When the image of the rearview camera is dis played it is possible to switch to top view Rear view camera Brightness With Top View switched on 1 Select...

Page 138: ...es control of steering during the parking procedure The parking assistant uses the sensors of PDC Park Distance Control Also observe the safety information for PDC Park Distance Control Safety informa...

Page 139: ...parking spaces on the driver s side the corresponding turn signal must be set where applicable Switching on and activating Switching on with the button Press park assistance button The LED lights up T...

Page 140: ...Adjust the parking position yourself if needed Interrupting manually The parking assistant can be interrupted at any time Press park assistance button Parking Assistant Select the symbol on the Contro...

Page 141: ...trasonic measurement Ultrasonic measurements might not function in the following situations For small children and animals For persons with certain clothing e g coats With external interference of the...

Page 142: ...ems the applicable country provisions must be observed Automatic climate control 1 Seat heating left 53 2 Temperature left 3 AUTO program 4 Display 5 Maximum cooling 6 Temperature right 7 Seat heating...

Page 143: ...refer to page 167 devel ops and drains underneath the vehicle This is normal Maximum cooling Press button The system is set to the lowest tem perature optimum air flow and recirculated air mode Air fl...

Page 144: ...r flow The selected air flow is shown on the display of the automatic climate control The air flow of the automatic climate control may be reduced automatically to save battery power Manual air distri...

Page 145: ...the vents arrow 1 Thumbwheel to vary the ventilation tem perature arrow 2 Toward blue colder Toward red warmer This does not change the adjusted interior temperature Lever for changing the air flow di...

Page 146: ...Activate timer 1 or Activate timer 2 The symbol on the automatic climate con trol lights up when the switch on time is acti vated The symbol on the automatic climate con trol flashes when the system h...

Page 147: ...the sake of security Safety information WARNING Body parts can be jammed when operat ing remote controlled systems e g the ga rage door using the integrated universal re mote control There is a risk o...

Page 148: ...tures a rolling code radio system Read the system s owner s manual or press the programmed button on the interior mirror longer If the LED on the interior mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays...

Page 149: ...button on the interior mirror while the engine is running or when the ignition is started To do this hold down the button within receiving range of the system until the function is activated The inter...

Page 150: ...l Not all points of the compass are dis played Procedure 1 Make sure that there are no large metallic objects or overhead power lines near the vehicle and that there is sufficient room to drive around...

Page 151: ...rying the remote control with you when exiting the vehicle NOTE If metal objects fall into the socket they can cause a short circuit There is a risk of property damage Replace the cigarette lighter or...

Page 152: ...vices with USB port can be con nected to the USB interface A mobile audio device e g a MP3 player can be connected using the AUX IN port General information Depending on the equipment the USB inter fa...

Page 153: ...USB storage device against mechanical damage Due to the large number of USB media available on the market it cannot be guar anteed that every device is operable on the vehicle Do not expose USB media...

Page 154: ...ly against the backrest If possible ad just the backrest tilt for all affected backrests and correctly adjust the seats Make sure that seats and backrests are securely engaged If possible adjust the h...

Page 155: ...e Do not use anti slip pads Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 155 Glove compart...

Page 156: ...iving e g in the event of an accident or during braking and evasive maneuvers There is a risk of injury Always close the glove compartment immediately after using it Opening Pull the handle Closing Fo...

Page 157: ...ce objects into the cup holder Front Clothes hooks Safety information WARNING Clothing articles on the clothes hooks can obstruct the view while driving There is a risk of an accident When suspending...

Page 158: ...red Overview A multi function hook is located on each side of the cargo area Lashing eyes in the cargo area To secure the cargo refer to page 169 there are four lashing eyes in the cargo area Floor ne...

Page 159: ...Storage compartments Controls 159 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

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Page 161: ...Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 162: ...as perforated compound brake discs Because of particular structural characteristics there may be operation related noises during braking However this has no effect on per formance operational reliabil...

Page 163: ...acoustic feedback When there are load changes this may result in clicking noises The do not cause any im pairment of the operation or the service life of the components Driving on racetracks Higher me...

Page 164: ...mph 170 km h Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum stances At 1 200 miles 2 000 km Have drive in checkup maintenance per formed From 1 200 miles 2 000 km to 3 100 miles 5 000 km The engine and...

Page 165: ...ommunication devices in the vehicle WARNING Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can influence one another There is radiation due to the transmission operations of mobile phones There is a risk of in...

Page 166: ...ads and protects them against corrosion In this way braking efficiency will be available when you need it Hills WARNING Light but consistent brake pressure can lead to high temperatures brakes wearing...

Page 167: ...rear spoiler e g when driving over curbs or entering into underground vehicle parking garages There is a risk of property damage Ensure that there is sufficient ground clearance available To drive dow...

Page 168: ...and be thrown into the vehicle s interior e g in the event of an accident or during braking and eva sive maneuvers Vehicle occupants can be hit and injured There is a risk of injury Stow and secure ob...

Page 169: ...own the rear backrests to stow cargo Do not stack cargo above the top edge of the backrests Smaller and lighter cargo secure with ratchet straps the floor net or draw straps Larger and heavy cargo sec...

Page 170: ...the vehicle s center of gravity when loaded they have a major effect on vehicle handling and steering response Therefore note the following when loading and driving Do not exceed the approved roof ax...

Page 171: ...ached parts on the vehicle impair the aero dynamics and increase the fuel consumption Close the windows and glass sunroof Driving with the glass sunroof and windows open results in increased air resis...

Page 172: ...o Start Stop function The Auto Start Stop function of the vehicle au tomatically switches off the engine during a stop If the engine is switched off and then restarted rather than leaving the engine r...

Page 173: ...Saving fuel Driving tips 173 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

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Page 175: ...order to always ensure your mobility you will find important information on operating fluids wheels and tires maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 97...

Page 176: ...ormation Observe the fuel recommendation refer to page 178 prior to refueling Safety information NOTE With a range of less than 30 miles 50 km it is possible that the engine will no longer have suffic...

Page 177: ...iller flap unlocked by a dealer s serv ice center or another qualified service center or repair shop Observe the following when refueling General information The fuel tank is full when the filler nozz...

Page 178: ...ong fuel Furthermore the catalytic converter is permanently damaged There is a risk of property damage Do not re fuel or add the following in the case of gasoline engines Leaded gasoline Metallic addi...

Page 179: ...for unscheduled main tenance Recommended fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 93 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91 If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rat ing the engine may produce knocking sou...

Page 180: ...late to cold tires or tires at ambient temperature Only check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold This means after driving no more than 1 25 miles 2 km or when the vehicle has been par...

Page 181: ...levant table on the following pages Other wise tire damage and accidents could occur Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph 160 km h M4 Coupe Tire size Pressure specifications in bar PSI Specific...

Page 182: ...ariations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteris tics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire...

Page 183: ...res and suspension parts This is more likely to occur with low profile tires which provide less cush ioning between the wheel and the road Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed especi...

Page 184: ...urer of your vehicle strongly suggests that you use wheels and tires that have been recom mended by the vehicle manufacturer for your vehicle type Recommended tire brands For each tire size BMW recomm...

Page 185: ...til the front wheels are in the straight ahead position and engage the steering wheel lock Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain out side the immediate area in...

Page 186: ...cket 4 Connection hose 5 On off switch 6 Inflation pressure dial 7 Reduce inflation pressure Filling the tire with sealant 1 Shake the sealant container 2 Pull the connection hose fully out of the com...

Page 187: ...is danger to life Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufficient ventila tion NOTE The compressor can overheat during ex tended operation There is a risk of property damage Do not run the compressor...

Page 188: ...ion turned on or the engine running switch on the compressor To reduce the pressure press the but ton on the compressor Continuing the trip Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 50 mph 80 km...

Page 189: ...ed there is a risk of the raised vehicle fall ing if the vehicle jack tilts over There is a risk of injuries or danger to life If the vehicle is raised do not lie under the vehicle and do not start th...

Page 190: ...equipment version get tools and the emergency wheel from the vehicle If necessary set up a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp at an appro priate distance Do not place wood blocks or sim...

Page 191: ...cle jack until the entire surface of the jack is in contact with the ground and the wheel in question is raised a maximum of 1 2 inches 3 cm off the ground Wheel mounting Mount a maximum of one emerge...

Page 192: ...onworking wheel cannot be stored under the cargo floor panel because of its size 3 Check tire inflation pressure at the next op portunity and correct as needed 4 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor 5 Chec...

Page 193: ...l 2 Vehicle identification number 3 Washer fluid reservoir 4 Jump starting positive battery terminal 5 Engine compartment fuse box 6 Oil filler neck 7 Coolant reservoir for charge air cooling 8 Coolan...

Page 194: ...e is a risk of in jury Make sure that the area of movement of the hood is clear during opening and closing NOTE Folded away wipers can be jammed when the hood is opened There is a risk of property dam...

Page 195: ...s equipped with electronic oil measurement The electronic oil measurement has two meas uring principles Status display Detailed measurement Electronic oil measurement Status display Concept The engine...

Page 196: ...played via a scale Time approx 1 minute Adding engine oil General information Only add engine oil when the message is dis played in the instrument cluster The quantity to be added is indicated in the...

Page 197: ...fied service center or repair shop Alternative engine oil types If an engine oil suitable for continuous use is not available up to 1 US quart liter of an en gine oil with the following oil rating can...

Page 198: ...Mobility Engine oil 198 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 199: ...ble additives is available from a dealer s serv ice center or another qualified service center or repair shop Safety information WARNING With the engine hot and the cooling sys tem open coolant can es...

Page 200: ...the coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 4 Close the cap 5 Have the cause of the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible Disposal Comply with the relevant e...

Page 201: ...r profile Information on service requirements can be displayed on the Control Display Service data in the remote control Information on the required maintenance is continuously stored in the remote co...

Page 202: ...ther qualified service center or repair shop or other persons that have the specialized training and equip ment for purposes of properly utilizing the socket for Onboard Diagnosis Position There is an...

Page 203: ...arm when re placing the wiper blades and do not fold down the wipers without the wiper blades installed Replacing the wiper blades 1 To change the wiper blades fold up refer to page 72 the wiper arms...

Page 204: ...checked and if necessary corrected by a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or re pair shop Safety information Lights and bulbs WARNING Bulbs can get hot during operation Con...

Page 205: ...ow beams and high beams are designed with xenon technology The parking lights and daylight running lights are made using LED technology In the case of a malfunction contact a dealer s service center o...

Page 206: ...case of a malfunction contact a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or repair shop Tail lamps bulb replacement Overview 1 Turn signal 2 Reversing lamp 3 Inside brake lamp 4 Tai...

Page 207: ...he top on the con nector of the connecting line and remove the connector from the bulb holder Replacing the bulbs 1 Loosen the three fasteners arrows 1 on the bulb holder and remove the bulb holder fr...

Page 208: ...er or repair shop Accessing the lights 1 If needed remove warning triangle refer to page 213 and bracket with the screw driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit re fer to page 203 2 Remove the emergen...

Page 209: ...echnology In the case of a malfunction contact a dealer s service center or another qualified service cen ter or repair shop Vehicle battery Maintenance The battery is maintenance free More informatio...

Page 210: ...e Only connect bat tery chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting aid terminals in the engine compart ment Starting aid terminals In the vehicle only charge the battery via the starting aid ter...

Page 211: ...hing the covers 1 When attaching the cover make sure that all four fasteners are engaged 2 Attach the cover under the rubber lip and then thread it between the bars 3 Press down on the holder and tigh...

Page 212: ...al reasons the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable con ditions Overview SOS button in the roofliner Requirements The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has been activated The radi...

Page 213: ...ide Assistance Service availability Roadside Assistance can be reached around the clock in many countries You can obtain as sistance there in the event of a vehicle break down Roadside Assistance The...

Page 214: ...rrect order sparking may occur There is a risk of injury Pay attention to the correct order during connection The starting aid terminal in the engine com partment acts as the battery s positive termi...

Page 215: ...r in neutral position Towing Information the following instructions Make sure that the ignition is switched on otherwise the low beams tail lamps turn signals and wipers may be unavailable Do not tow...

Page 216: ...is lighter than the vehicle to be towed the tow fitting can tear off or it will not be possible to control the vehicle s re sponse There is a risk of an accident Make sure that the gross vehicle weig...

Page 217: ...front cover to push it out Press out the rear cover at the recess using the screw driver from the onboard vehicle tool kit Tow starting M double clutch transmission Do not tow start the vehicle Tow st...

Page 218: ...e washer Distances and temperature Maximum temperature 140 60 Minimum distance from sensors cameras seals 12 inches 30 cm Minimum distance from glass sunroof 31 5 in 80 cm Automatic vehicle washes Saf...

Page 219: ...tion is switched off After approx 15 minutes Headlamps Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or acidic cleansers Soak areas that have been dirtied e g from insects with shampoo and wash off with wate...

Page 220: ...or microfiber cloth with a suitable interior cleaner Clean the upholstery down to the seams using large sweeping motions Avoid rubbing the material vigorously Safety information NOTE Open Velcro faste...

Page 221: ...a can limit the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal There is a risk of an accident Stow objects in the vehicle such that they are secured and cannot enter into the driver s floor area Use floor...

Page 222: ...ashing soap Long term vehicle storage When the vehicle is shut down for longer than three months special measures must be taken Further information is available from a dealer s service center or anoth...

Page 223: ...Care Mobility 223 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 224: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 225: ...Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 226: ...an be found in the approval documents on labels on the vehi cle or can be obtained from a dealer s service center or another qualified service center or re pair shop The information in the vehicle doc...

Page 227: ...ved front axle load lbs kg 2 140 971 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 490 1 129 Approved roof load capacity lbs kg 165 75 Cargo area capacity cu ft 15 7 Canada cargo area capacity cu ft l 15 7 445 Cap...

Page 228: ...Appendix Any updates to the Owner s Manual of the ve hicle are listed here Reference Appendix 228 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 229: ...Appendix Reference 229 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 974 597 VI 16...

Page 230: ...ness assistant 119 AUTO intensity 143 Automatic climate con trol 142 Automatic Curb Monitor 57 Automatic deactivation Front seat passenger air bags 105 Automatic headlamp con trol 99 Automatic locking...

Page 231: ...ally 195 Children seating position 60 Children transporting safely 60 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 62 Child restraint system 60 Child restraint systems mounting 61 Child seat mounting 61 Child...

Page 232: ...r 80 Electronic oil measure ment 195 Electronic Stability Program ESP see DSC 122 Emergency release fuel filler flap 177 Emergency Request 212 Emergency service see Roadside Assistance 213 Emergency u...

Page 233: ...Display care 221 Head up display M view 95 Head up display standard view 95 Heavy cargo stowing cargo 169 Height vehicle 226 High beam Assistant 100 High beams 70 High beams low beams see High beam A...

Page 234: ...98 Low beams automatic see High beam Assistant 100 Lower back support 52 Low Speed Assistant 75 Luggage rack see Roof mounted luggage rack 169 Lumbar support 52 M Maintenance 201 Maintenance require m...

Page 235: ...ventilation 145 Parked vehicle condensa tion 167 Parking aid see PDC 129 Parking assistant 138 Parking brake 69 Parking lights 98 Parts and accessories 8 Passenger side mirror tilting downward 57 Pat...

Page 236: ...ervices ConnectedDrive 6 Servotronic 125 SET button see Cruise con trol 127 Settings locking unlock ing 44 Settings M Drive 121 Settings on Control Dis play 93 Settings storing for seat mir ror 56 Shi...

Page 237: ...rip onboard computer 92 Trip recorder see Trip odom eter 85 Turning circle 226 Turning radius lines rearview camera 133 Turn signals operation 69 U Unintentional alarm 46 Units of measurement 94 Unive...

Page 238: ...Windshield washer sys tem 70 Windshield washer system see Washer wiper sys tem 70 Windshield wiper see Wiper system 70 Winter storage care 222 Winter tires suitable tires 184 Winter tires tread 183 W...

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