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Automatic headlamp con‐
trol

Daytime running lights

Adaptive light control

High-beam Assistant

Instrument lighting

8 Steering column stalk, left

Turn signal

High beams, head‐
lamp flasher

High-beam Assistant

Roadside parking lamps

Computer

9 Shift paddles

10 Steering wheel buttons, left

M Drive 1 activation

M Drive 2 activation

Store speed

110

Resume speed

111

Cruise control on/off, interrupt‐
ing

110

Cruise control rocker switch

111

11 Instrument cluster

12 Steering wheel buttons, right

Entertainment source

Volume

Voice activation

Telephone

206

Thumbwheel for selection lists

13 Steering column stalk, right

Windshield wipers

Rain sensor

Clean the windshields and head‐
lamps

Start/stop the engine and switch
the ignition on/off

Automatic Engine Start/Stop
Function

16 Horn
17

Steering wheel heating

Adjust the steering wheel

19 Unlocking the hood
20

Open the trunk lid

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Cockpit

At a glance

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Summary of Contents for M6 convertible 2012

Page 1: ...Owner s Manual for Vehicle THE BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE OWNER S MANUAL The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12 490...

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Page 3: ...ull use of the technical features available in your BMW M6 The manual also contains information designed to en hance operating reliability and road safety and to contribute to maintaining the value of...

Page 4: ...Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English II 12 03 12 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycl...

Page 5: ...erior equipment 135 Storage compartments Driving tips 140 BMW M6 technology 142 Things to remember when driving 145 Loading 147 Saving fuel Navigation 152 Navigation system Entertainment 172 Tone 175...

Page 6: ...n on a particular part or assembly Vehicle equipment This Owner s Manual describes all models and all standard country specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series Therefore in...

Page 7: ...or additional information Maintenance re placement or repair of the emission control de vices and systems may be performed by any au tomotive repair establishment or individual using any certified aut...

Page 8: ...sh or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the Na tional Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Je...

Page 9: ...Notes 9 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12 490...

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Page 11: ...s of buttons switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options Online Edition for Part no...

Page 12: ...ety related functions and systems All around the steering wheel 1 Opening and closing the rear win dow 43 2 Open and close side windows to gether 43 3 Open and close rear windows 42 4 Open and close f...

Page 13: ...on off interrupt ing 110 Cruise control rocker switch 111 11 Instrument cluster 77 12 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source Volume Voice activation 22 Telephone 206 Thumbwheel for selectio...

Page 14: ...atic climate control 125 8 Controller with buttons 16 9 Parking brake 67 10 Opening and closing the convertible top 45 11 PDC Park Distance Control 112 Top View 117 Backup camera 114 Side View 118 12...

Page 15: ...the interior rearview mirror 1 Emergency Request 263 2 Reading lamps 94 3 Interior lamps 93 4 Indicator lamp front passenger airbag 97 Cockpit At a glance 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735...

Page 16: ...le s occu pants and to other road users never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traf fic and road conditions allow this Controls at a glance Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controll...

Page 17: ...displayed All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu Selecting menu items Menu items shown in white can be selected 1 Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted 2 Pre...

Page 18: ...the button The Options menu is displayed Additional options move the controller to the right repeatedly until the Options menu is dis played Options menu The Options menu consists of various areas Sc...

Page 19: ...es and press the controller Status information Status field The followinginformationisdisplayed inthesta tus field at the top right Time Current entertainment source Sound output on off Wireless netwo...

Page 20: ...ins visible even when you change to another menu Switching the split screen on and off 1 Press the button 2 Split screen Selecting the display 1 Press the button 2 Split screen 3 Move the controller u...

Page 21: ...3 OK confirm the entry Symbol Function Press the controller delete the letter or number Press the controller for an extended period delete all letters or numbers Enter a blank space Switching between...

Page 22: ...tivation system 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command Thecommandisdisplayedintheinstrument cluster This symbol in the instrument cluster indi cates that the...

Page 23: ...uncements from the system are issued in an abbreviated form On the Control Display 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Speech mode 4 Select the setting Adjusting the volume Turn the volume button while givi...

Page 24: ...ion Keep the doors windows and convertible top closed to prevent noise interference Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking At a glance Voice activation system 24 Online Edition for Par...

Page 25: ...t of a flat tire This information can also be displayed during driving Search by pictures Information and descriptions based on illustra tions can be searched via search by pictures This is helpful fo...

Page 26: ...s menu is displayed 2 Display Owner s Manual 3 Select the desired page in the Owner s Manual 4 Press the button again to return to the function displayed last 5 Press the button to return to the page...

Page 27: ...Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle At a glance 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12 490...

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Page 29: ...e you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Online Ed...

Page 30: ...and implemented when the vehicle is unlocked depend on which remote control is used to unlock the vehicle Personal Profile refer to page 31 In addition information about service require ments is stor...

Page 31: ...case of emergency detection of remote control Double clutch transmission if a corresponding Check Control message appears hold the re mote control as shown against the marked area on the steering col...

Page 32: ...active profile are reset to their default values 1 Switch on the ignition 2 Settings 3 Profiles The current profile is selected 4 Options Open 5 Reset current profile Importing profiles Existing sett...

Page 33: ...time set ting Tone tone settings Automatic climate control settings Steering wheel position M Drive configurations Navigation map views route criteria voice output on off Night Vision with pedestrian...

Page 34: ...hazard warning system and interior lamps come on Opening and closing from the outside Using the remote control General information Take the remote control with you People or animals left unattended in...

Page 35: ...close the convertible top the side win dows and the rear window when in the vicinity of the vehicle Hold down the remote control button until the closing operation is completed The convertible top the...

Page 36: ...njured or objects damaged when the seat is moved back The adjustment procedure is interrupted When a seat position switch is pressed When a button of the seat mirror and steer ing wheel memory is pres...

Page 37: ...some vehicle equipment versions only the driver s door can be unlocked or locked via the door lock Locking the doors and trunk lid at once To lock all doors and the trunk lid at once 1 With the doors...

Page 38: ...g To close the doors push lightly It is closed automatically Danger of pinching Make sure that the closing path of the doors is clear otherwise injuries may result Trunk lid Opening During opening the...

Page 39: ...ide the switch into the arrow 1 position This secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from the central locking system When the center armrest is locked with the integrated key the trunk lid cannot be...

Page 40: ...emote control To save battery power ensure that the ignition and all electronic systems and or power con sumers are switched off before locking the ve hicle Unlocking the trunk lid separately Press on...

Page 41: ...ess the button on the remote control for approx 1 second After the trunk lid is closed it is locked and monitored again by the alarm system The haz ard warning system flashes once In some vehicle equi...

Page 42: ...sor are switched off until the vehicle is locked again Power windows General information Take the remote control with you Take the remote control with you when leaving the vehicle so that children for...

Page 43: ...indow reopens slightly The rear window is not equipped with pinch pro tection Danger of pinching even with pinch pro tection Even with the pinch protection system check that the window s closing path...

Page 44: ...y could fall and cause damage or injuries When the rollover protection system is ex tended do not under any circumstances move the convertible top Always open or close the convertible top completely C...

Page 45: ...ely closed If the convertible top is com pletely open or closed convertible top and convertible top well storage cover are latched The side windows and the rear window go down when the convertible top...

Page 46: ...convertible top The convertible top well storage cover cannot latch if there is an electrical defect and would open during driving Manually close the convertible top only in emer gency situations Dama...

Page 47: ...the spindle clockwise arrow 3 until the rear window is all the way down Lifting out convertible top Only close the convertible top with two people Carry out the following steps with the aid of a seco...

Page 48: ...placed high close the convertible top well storage cover 7 Fold down the two convertible top ends on the convertible top well storage cover Lock convertible cover 1 Insert the cover tool on the front...

Page 49: ...ordingly on the other end of the convertible top 6 If possible close the rear window electri cally The rear window cannot be manually closed 7 Have the convertible top checked by the service center Wi...

Page 50: ...oo far back with the wind deflector installed if the seat is to be moved all the way back Otherwise the wind deflector will be damaged Removing Proceed in reverse sequence To release the two lateral r...

Page 51: ...spond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle con trol could lead to an accident Do not incline the backrest too far to the rear Also on the front passenger side do not incline the ba...

Page 52: ...he curvature of the seat backrest can be ad justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar region of the spine The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture Pressthefront rearsectio...

Page 53: ...e button The LED lights up Front seat heating Switching on Press the button once for each temper ature level The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit If the drive is continued within...

Page 54: ...all occupants before driving away Although airbags enhance safety by providing added protection they are not a substitute for safety belts One person per safety belt Never allow more than one person...

Page 55: ...nt reduces the risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of an accident Adjusting the head restraint Correctly adjust the head restraints of all occupied seats otherwise there is an increased...

Page 56: ...position To change the entry area Press and hold the button until the seat has moved to the desired position Releasing the button stops the motion Press the button briefly The seat automat ically move...

Page 57: ...s completed Calling up of a seat position deactivated After a brief period the calling up of stored seat positions is deactivated to save battery power To reactivate calling up of a seat position Open...

Page 58: ...ageous In car washes In narrow streets For folding back mirrors that were folded away manually Mirrors that were folded in are folded out auto matically at a speed of approx 25 mph 40 km h Fold in the...

Page 59: ...n be carried out in two pre assigned configurations for the vehicle When the engine is started an efficient driving state is active by default M Drive is deactivated At a glance Configurations The con...

Page 60: ...heel Indicator lamps Indicator lamp comes on corre sponding M Drive is activated Indicatorlampflashes MDrivecould not be activated Antilock braking system ABS or Dynamic Stability Control DSC directly...

Page 61: ...in the front passenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated Au tomatic deactivation of front passenger airbags refer to page 96 Deactivating...

Page 62: ...ety belt 1 Pull out the belt webbing completely 2 Secure the child restraint fixing system with the belt 3 Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and pull it taut against the child restraint fixing sy...

Page 63: ...are prop erly connected Child restraint fixing system with a tether strap For Canadian customers Only The following statement is required by Trans port Canada This vehicle is not equipped with user r...

Page 64: ...tches to the radio ready state when the door is opened if the lights are switched off or the daytime running lights are switched on Ignition off Double clutch transmission Press the Start Stop button...

Page 65: ...of the curb Before driving into a car wash In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a car wash heed the information regarding Washing in automatic car washes refer to page 268 Double clutch t...

Page 66: ...edal After the engine starts accelerate as usual Safety mode After the engine switches off automatically it will not start again automatically if any one of the following conditions are met The driver...

Page 67: ...tart Stop button The ignition is switched off The Auto Start Stop function is deactivated Double clutch transmission transmission position P is engaged automatically 2 Set the parking brake Engine sta...

Page 68: ...ark ing brake is automatically released by operation of the accelerator pedal Engine on Drive position engaged Driver buckled in and doors closed Inadvertent operation of the accelerator pedal Make su...

Page 69: ...icle speed are appropriate For example there is no downshifting if the engine speed is too high Shortly before falling below a gear depend ent minimum speed the transmission is au tomatically downshif...

Page 70: ...lector lever To shift up pull the selector lever rearwards To shift down press the selector lever for ward Using the shift paddles on the steering wheel Shift up pull right shift paddle Shift down pul...

Page 71: ...red and there is risk of an accident Display in the instrument cluster Selected driving program corre sponds to the number of illumi nated fields Launch Control The concept Launch Control enables opti...

Page 72: ...further to shift When the maximum possible speed is reached the entire speed display flashes When the maximum speed is exceeded the supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect the engine Speeds...

Page 73: ...ng Dynamics Control affects the re sponseofthevehicletoacceleratorpedalmove ments Programs Response behavior options Efficient comfortable Minimal fuel con sumption Ideal e g in city traffic or on sno...

Page 74: ...3 Triple turn signal Signaling briefly Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash High beams headlamp flasher High beams arrow 1 Headla...

Page 75: ...own twice Rain sensor The concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall The sensor is located on the wind shield directly behind the...

Page 76: ...the wiper system must be reactivated Fold the wipers back down Before switching the ignition on fold the wipers back down to the windshield otherwise thewipersmaybecomedamagedwhentheyare switched on 1...

Page 77: ...is not available in a vehicle e g because of the selected optional equip ment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 81 2 Speedo...

Page 78: ...ergy recovery 83 External temperature 81 Auto Start Stop function 65 Check Control The concept The Check Control system monitors functions in the vehicle and notifies you of malfunctions in the monito...

Page 79: ...gh beams High beam Assistant Parking lamps headlamp control Cruise control Lane departure warning Symbol Function or system DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC Dynamic Stability Control Tire Pressure Mo...

Page 80: ...tner Roadside Assistance Contact Roadside Assistance Hiding Check Control messages Press the computer button on the turn signal lever Some Check Control messages are dis played continuously and are no...

Page 81: ...ge is dis played Check the coolant level refer to page 254 Odometer and trip odometer Odometer arrow 1 Trip odometer arrow 2 Display reset miles Press the knob When the ignition is switched off thetim...

Page 82: ...nge After the reserve range is reached A Check Control message is displayed briefly The remaining range is shown on the onboard com puter When a dynamic driving style is used such as when cornering qu...

Page 83: ...splay of the dynamic driving systems refer to page 83 Driving dynamics systems The system states of the driving dynamics are displayed in the in strument cluster Symbols Description Engine Dynamics Co...

Page 84: ...equired inspections Ensure that the vehicle date and time are set correctly 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Service required 4 Vehicle inspection 5 Date 6 Create the settings 7 Confirm The entered d...

Page 85: ...nation guidance is activated in the navigation system Distance to destination When destination guidance is activated in the navigation system Arrow view of navigation system When destination guidance...

Page 86: ...ed limit which when reached should cause a warning to be issued The warning is repeated if the vehicle speed drops below the set speed limit once by at least 3 mph 5 km h Displaying setting or changin...

Page 87: ...trol Display Time Setting the time zone 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time zone 4 Select the desired time zone The time zone is stored Setting the time 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Time 4 Turn the controller u...

Page 88: ...ontrol Display 1 Settings 2 Language Units 3 Language 4 Select the desired language The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Setting the voice dialog Voice dialog for the voice a...

Page 89: ...ightness 4 Turn the controller until the desired bright ness is set 5 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Depending on the light conditions the bright n...

Page 90: ...0 If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off the exterior lighting is automati cally switched off at these switch settings Parking lamps Switch position the vehicle lamps light up on...

Page 91: ...tute for your personal judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions For example the sensors are unable to detect fog or hazy weather To avoid...

Page 92: ...tion is lowered on hilltops to avoid blinding oncoming traffic and tilted in de pressions to increase visibility Malfunction A Check Control message is displayed Adaptive light control is malfunctioni...

Page 93: ...ers and wagons when driving close to train or ship traffic and at animal crossings In tight curves on hilltops or in depressions in cross traffic or half obscured oncoming traffic on freeways In poorl...

Page 94: ...he button for approx 3 seconds Switch back on press button Reading lamps Press the button With the interior lamps shut off the reading lamps cannot be switched on Bang Olufsen High End Surround Sound...

Page 95: ...e airbags Front airbags Front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot provide ade quate restraint Side airbags In a late...

Page 96: ...the airbags cannot be ruled out in certain situations The ignition and inflation noise may lead to short term and in most cases temporary hear ing impairment in sensitive individuals In the case of a...

Page 97: ...r seat if a child restraint system is to be installed on it Do not place objects under the seat that could press against the seat from below Indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags The indicato...

Page 98: ...tend within fractions of a sec ond Supplementing the reinforced front windshield frame the rollover protection system further in creases passenger safety Maintaining movement space Always keep the mov...

Page 99: ...stem does not operate correctly if it has not been reset For example a flat tire may be indicated despite correct tire inflation pres sures The system is inactive and cannot indicate a flat tire For a...

Page 100: ...d TPM active is shown on the Control Display The trip can be interrupted at any time If you drive away again the process resumes auto matically If a flat tire is detected during a reset all tires are...

Page 101: ...of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating prop erly The TPMS malfunction indicator is c...

Page 102: ...matically continues when driving resumes Indication of a flat tire The yellow warning lamp lights up A Check Control message is displayed There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire inflation pressur...

Page 103: ...substitute for the driver s personal judgment of the course of the road and the traffic situation In the event of a warning do not jerk the steering wheel as you may lose control of the vehicle The sy...

Page 104: ...The system can issue warnings at speeds above approx 30 mph 50 km h The state is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Display Information stage The dimmed lamp in the mirror housing indi ca...

Page 105: ...ations Operation is governed by the following FCC ID NBG009014A Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device...

Page 106: ...ke 2 Release the foot brake and drive away with out delay After the foot brake is released the vehicle is held in place for approx 2 seconds Depending on the vehicle load the vehicle may roll back sli...

Page 107: ...3 Select the symbol 4 MDM To open M Drive with the selected settings press the corresponding button on the steering wheel A message appears in the instrument cluster This message is confirmed by press...

Page 108: ...dividual rear wheels from spinning even when DSC is switched off and in M Dynamic Mode so that optimum traction is always assured in all driving situations The driver is responsible adapting his or he...

Page 109: ...force is reduced Programs Steering force setting options Comfort low Sport medium Sport Plus high Selecting a channel Via M Drive 1 Settings 2 M Drive 1 or M Drive 2 3 Select the symbol 4 Select the...

Page 110: ...ions make it impossible to drive at a constant speed for instance On curvy roads In heavy traffic On slippery roads in fog snow or rain or on a loose road surface Otherwise you could lose control of t...

Page 111: ...f an accident occur ring Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set If active the displayed speed is stored and the vehicle reaches the stored speed if the road is cl...

Page 112: ...c situa tion Check the traffic situation around the vehi cle with your own eyes Otherwise an accident could result from road users or objects located outside of the PDC detection range Loud noises fro...

Page 113: ...ront of and behind the vehicle an alternating continuous signal is sounded Theintermittenttoneisinterruptedafterapprox 3 seconds If the vehicle stops in front of an object that is detected by only one...

Page 114: ...ing systems Backup camera refer to page 114 Side View refer to page 118 Top View refer to page 117 It assists the driver when parking maneuvering and on blind driveways and intersections Backup camera...

Page 115: ...ion R Help you to estimate the space required when parking and maneuvering on level roads Are dependent on the current steering angle and are continuously adjusted to the steer ing wheel movements Sho...

Page 116: ...ped markings are displayed Display on the Control Display Switching on the backup camera via iDrive With PDC activated Rear view camera Thebackupcameraimageisdisplayed Theset ting is stored for the re...

Page 117: ...ide the picture area of the cameras Switching on automatically Select transmission position R with the engine running The Top View and PDC images are displayed if the system is switched on via iDrive...

Page 118: ...movement Parking aid lines Turning circle and pathway lines are displayed Cameras The lenses of the Top View cameras are located at the bottom of the exterior mirror housings The image quality may be...

Page 119: ...meras The two camera lenses are located on the sides of the bumper The image quality may be impaired by dirt Clean the lens refer to page 271 Night Vision with pedestrian detection The concept Night V...

Page 120: ...n and warning system only operates in darkness and only when a heat image is displayed Warm objects that are similar in shape to human beings are detected by the system People detected by the system a...

Page 121: ...ed simultane ously in the Head Up Display and on the Control Display The displayed symbol can vary with the people detected For people located in the central area the distance to the person is indicat...

Page 122: ...lamps Clean the lens refer to page 271 Head up Display The concept This system projects important information into the driver s field of vision e g the speed In this way the driver can get information...

Page 123: ...in use Setting the brightness The brightness is automatically adjusted to the ambient light The basic setting can be adjusted manually 1 Settings 2 Head up display 3 Brightness 4 Turn the controller T...

Page 124: ...he windshield prevents double images from being displayed Therefore have the special windshield replaced by a service center only Controls Driving comfort 124 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 73...

Page 125: ...stribution left 2 Temperature left 3 AUTO program left 4 Air volume AUTO intensity residual heat left 5 Remove ice and condensation 6 Maximum cooling 7 Display 8 Air volume AUTO intensity right 9 AUTO...

Page 126: ...con trols the program so as to prevent window con densation as much as possible Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUTO program switched on automatic control of the air volume and air distributio...

Page 127: ...re fogged over switch off the recirculated air mode and press the AUTO but ton on the driver s side to utilize the condensa tion sensor Make sure that air can flow onto the windshield Continuous recir...

Page 128: ...front passenger side At the lowest fan speed press the left side of the button on the front passenger side Switching on Press any button Microfilter activated charcoal filter The microfilter removes...

Page 129: ...ked car vent The symbol on the automatic climate control flashes if the system is switched on The system continues to run for some time after being switched off Preselecting the switch on time 1 Setti...

Page 130: ...ovement of the remote controlled device otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter Before selling the vehicle delete the stored func...

Page 131: ...ode system Flashing and con tinuous illumination of the LED will repeat for approximately 20 seconds For systems with an alternating code system the integrated universal remote control and the system...

Page 132: ...ted To do this hold down the button within receiving range of the system until the function is activated The interior rearview mirror LED stays lit while the wireless signal is being transmitted Delet...

Page 133: ...front passenger footwell Socket is located below the glove compartment To access the socket fold open the cover Center armrest Remove cover Ski bag Capacity The ski bag makes it possible to transport...

Page 134: ...strap otherwise the contents could present a source of danger to the passengers for example during braking or evasive maneu vers Stowing the ski bag Proceed in the reverse order of loading When replac...

Page 135: ...the dash board Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 135 Storage compartment in th...

Page 136: ...t is locked the re mote control can be handed out without the integrated key refer to page 30 for instance at a hotel This prevents access to the storage compart ment and to the cargo area Connection...

Page 137: ...d in the net on the rear cargo area trim Lashing eyes To secure the cargo refer to page 146 there are lashing eyes in the cargo area Storage compartment under the cargo floor cover Raise the cargo flo...

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Page 139: ...Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12 490...

Page 140: ...neiscold theexhaustsystemhas a slightly metallic undertone due to the nature of the system For more information about the warmup proce dure Enginespeed refertopage81 andengine oil temperature refer to...

Page 141: ...center Notes Racetrack operation leads to increased wear The vehicle is not designed for motorsports competitive use This wear is not covered by the warranty The standard brake linings and the wear i...

Page 142: ...eed of 137 mph 220 km h Use the maximum speed of 155 mph 250 km h only briefly e g when passing Tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture tires do not achieve their full trac ti...

Page 143: ...roplaning On wet or slushy roads a wedge of water can form between the tires and road surface This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplan ing It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of conta...

Page 144: ...ke pressure can lead to high temperatures brake wear and pos sibly even brake failure Do not drive in neutral Do not drive in neutral or with the engine stopped as doing so disables engine braking In...

Page 145: ...mbined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs Otherwise damage to the ve hicleandunstabledrivingsituationsmay result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and pass...

Page 146: ...with re taining straps or with a cargo net or draw straps Larger and heavy objects secure with cargo straps Cargo straps cargo netting retaining straps or draw straps on the lashing eyes in the cargo...

Page 147: ...ly Check and if necessary correct the tire inflation pressure at least twice a month and before start ing on a long trip Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling re sistance and thus raises fuel...

Page 148: ...begin within a few seconds of switching off the engine Using this system can cause certain compo nents of the vehicle to become worn prema turely Iinaddition fuelconsumptionisalsodetermined by other f...

Page 149: ...Saving fuel Driving tips 149 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12 490...

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Page 151: ...Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12 490...

Page 152: ...d conditions and the instructions issued by the navigation system Failure to take to this precaution can place you in violation of the law and put vehicle occupants and other road users in danger Star...

Page 153: ...streets with the same name 1 Change to the list of street names 2 Highlight the street 3 Select the street Alternative enter the street address and house number 1 Select Street or the displayed stree...

Page 154: ...g the destination store the desti nation in the address book 1 Navigation 2 Map 3 Guidance 4 Open Options 5 Store as new contact or Add to existing contact 6 Select an existing contact if available 7...

Page 155: ...ting the destination 1 Navigation 2 Last destinations 3 Highlight the destination 4 Open Options 5 Edit destination Deleting the last destinations 1 Navigation 2 Last destinations 3 Highlight the dest...

Page 156: ...nal navigation system some specialdestinationspermitselection ofmul tiple category details Move the controller to the left to leave the category details Some special destinations permit selection of m...

Page 157: ...a street nearby The county The coordinates of the destination Additional functions Additional functions are available on the inter active map after the controller is pressed Select the symbol Start gu...

Page 158: ...ty Entering a town city separately The name of the town city can be spoken as a word or spelled out With the destination entry menu displayed 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 City or Spell c...

Page 159: ...tion is located in the desired position in the list 6 Press the controller Starting the trip 1 After all intermediate destinations are en tered highlight the first destination If the second destinatio...

Page 160: ...re displayed in the map view The arrow view is shown in the instrument cluster in the Head up Display and on the Control Display where appropriate Terminating destination guidance 1 Navigation 2 Map 3...

Page 161: ...rrow view The following information is displayed during destination guidance Large arrow current direction of travel Street name of the currently traveled street Small arrow indicates the next change...

Page 162: ...sition of the gas station is displayed on the split screen 5 Select the gas station 6 Select the symbol 7 Start guidance destination guidance to the selected gas station is started Add as another dest...

Page 163: ...page 164 Planned route After destination guidance is started the plan ned route is displayed on the map Status fields Show hide press the controller Upper status field time telephone and en tertainme...

Page 164: ...system map view for split screen The map view can be selected for the split screen independently from the main screen 1 Open Options 2 Split screen 3 Move the controller to the right repeatedly until...

Page 165: ...c data will be accurate express im plied or statutory including without limita tion the implied warranties of merchanta bility non infringement fitness for a particular purpose or those arising from a...

Page 166: ...Navigation 2 Map 3 Open Options 4 Traffic Info categories 5 Select the desired categories Traffic bulletins of the selected category are dis played on the map Traffic bulletins that are relevant to t...

Page 167: ...Depending on road type and the kind and extent of the traffic obstruction the calcu lated route may lead through the traffic ob struction Dangerous situations are displayed regard less of the setting...

Page 168: ...e The destination is not used for route guid ance The destination data is not contained in the navigation data Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original Letters for destination...

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Page 171: ...tainment The chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio and television stations and playing CDs DVDs and tracks from the music collection Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12...

Page 172: ...ote control Treble bass balance and fader Treble treble adjustment Bass depth adjustment Balance left right volume distribution Fader front rear volume distribution Setting treble bass balance and fad...

Page 173: ...nter speaker An additional speaker is present on the dash board When Entertainment is switched on it switches off automatically and is illuminated ac cording to the lighting setting If Entertainment i...

Page 174: ...red volume setting 5 To adjust turn the controller 6 To store press the controller Resetting the tone settings 1 CD Multimedia Radio or Settings 2 Tone 3 Reset Entertainment Tone 174 Online Edition fo...

Page 175: ...utput Switching on off When the ignition is switched off press ON OFF button on the radio Muting When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running press the ON OFF button on the radio AM FM st...

Page 176: ...wave band Switching the RDS on off 1 Radio 2 FM 3 Options Open 4 RDS The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use HD Radio reception Many stations broadcast both analog and digital s...

Page 177: ...and 1 Radio 2 Weather band 3 Select the desired channel Additional information Weather Band is a service of the National Oce anic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA Additional information on the Inte...

Page 178: ...4 Manage subscription 5 The phone number and an electronic serial number ESN are displayed 6 Call Sirius to unsubscribe from the chan nels Selecting channels You can only listen to enabled channels Th...

Page 179: ...e channel is displayed Symbol Meaning Channel name Artist Track Selecting a category 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 Category 4 Select the desired category Timeshift Approx one hour of the program being b...

Page 180: ...eing broadcast The channel information must be available 1 Radio 2 Satellite radio 3 If necessary open All channels or the de sired category 4 Select the desired channel 5 Press the controller again 6...

Page 181: ...ilable A new panel opens Canceling the Traffic Jump Cancel Symbol Meaning Information will be broadcast shortly Information is currently being broad cast Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffi...

Page 182: ...the re mote control currently in use The stations can also be stored on the program mable memory buttons refer to page 20 Deleting a station 1 Radio 2 Presets 3 Select the desired station 4 Options Op...

Page 183: ...off press ON OFF button on the radio Muting When the ignition is switched on or the engine is running press the ON OFF button on the radio CD DVD Playback Loading the CD DVD player Insert the CD DVD w...

Page 184: ...ers and num bers of the CD DVD may not be displayed cor rectly 1 Select the directory if necessary To go up a level in the directory move the controller to the left 2 Select the desired track to begin...

Page 185: ...displayed on the front Con trol Display up to a speed of approx 2 mph 3 km h in some countries it is only dis played if the parking brake is set or if the auto matic transmission is in position P DVD...

Page 186: ...hat are available depend on the DVD 1 Turn the controller during playback 2 Open Options 3 Audio language 4 Select the desired language Selecting the subtitles The subtitles that are available depend...

Page 187: ...main menu back These functions are not contained on every DVD Therefore they may not be available for use DVD changer In the glove compartment Pull the handle Controls and displays 1 Empty DVD compar...

Page 188: ...Removing a single CD DVD 1 Press the button once 2 Select the DVD compartment The CD DVD is partially ejected 3 Remove the CD DVD Removing all CDs DVDs 1 Pressthebuttononceandholditdown 2 Remove the...

Page 189: ...t use combined CDs DVDs e g DVD Plus as the CDs DVDs can jam and will no longer eject General malfunctions CD DVD changers and players have been optimized for performance in vehicles In some instances...

Page 190: ...stored as well CD DVD or USB device with compressed audio files the entire content of the CD DVD or the USB device is stored in the vehicle as an album The WMA MP3 M4A and AAC formats are stored Indi...

Page 191: ...ack if this informa tion is available in the vehicle database or on the CD To update the database contact your service center Storing from a USB device To store music a suitable device must be con nec...

Page 192: ...ting the music search New search Music search using spoken instructions Instructions for the voice activation system re fer to page 22 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 Music search 3 Open th...

Page 193: ...irectory move the controller to the left Random playback All tracks of the selection are played back in ran dom order 1 CD Multimedia 2 Music collection 3 Open Options 4 Random Managing music Albums R...

Page 194: ...n Backing up the music collection The entire music collection can be stored on a USB device Make sure there is enough free memory capacity on the USB device Depending on the number of tracks backing u...

Page 195: ...nd select a track on the audio device 2 CD Multimedia 3 If necessary External devices 4 AUX front Volume The volume of the sound output is dependent on the audio device If this volume differs mark edl...

Page 196: ...a flexible adapter cable Connect the Apple iPod iPhone to the USB interface The Apple iPod iPhone menu structure is supported by the USB audio interface Connection of a USB device via the USB audio i...

Page 197: ...ll entries are displayed in a list Open A Z search and input the de sired entry When a letter is entered the results are filtered using this letter as the first letter If multiple letters are entered...

Page 198: ...video file Notes Do not expose the audio device to extreme en vironmental conditions such as very high tem peratures refer to the audio device operating instructions Depending on the configuration of...

Page 199: ...cting Pairing a device To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard both to your own vehi cle s occupants and to other road users only pair the device while the vehicle is stationary...

Page 200: ...e desired device from the list of paired devices 5 Options Open 6 Configure phone 7 Audio 8 OK Connecting the device 1 CD Multimedia 2 Bluetooth audio 3 If necessary Bluetooth audio 4 Select the desir...

Page 201: ...vice 1 CD Multimedia 2 Bluetooth audio 3 If necessary Bluetooth audio 4 Highlight the device that is to be unpaired 5 Open Options 6 Remove phone from list What to do if Information on suitable device...

Page 202: ...If all points in this list have been checked and the required function is still not available contact the hotline or service center Software Update The vehicle supports various external devices depend...

Page 203: ...ted software updates are removed Note While the software is being updated or a previ ous version is being restored BMW Assist Of fice functions and the connected devices are temporarily unavailable Wa...

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Page 205: ...tion All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family friends business partners and service providers are described in this chapter Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 0...

Page 206: ...erve this precaution you can endanger the ve hicle occupants and other road users Snap in adapter The snap in adapter is used to Hold the mobile phone Recharge the battery Connect the mobile phone to...

Page 207: ...s switched on Activating deactivating Bluetooth Bluetooth is not permitted everywhere Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations 1 Telephone 2 Open Options 3 Bluetooth Additional functions Acti...

Page 208: ...active Gray symbol the function is inactive Symbol Function Telephone Additional telephone Audio source Four mobile phones can be paired with the ve hicle at once Up to three mobile phones can be conn...

Page 209: ...nd via iDrive Did it take longer than 30 seconds to enter the passkey Repeat the pairing procedure Are too many Bluetooth devices connected to the mobile phone or vehicle Delete con nections with othe...

Page 210: ...d The setting is stored for the remote con trol currently in use The vehicle automatically adjusts the volume of the microphone on the telephone and the vol ume of the called party Depending on the mo...

Page 211: ...rmation You can switch between calls or connect two calls to a single conference call These functions must be supported by the mobile phone and service provider Accepting a call while speaking to anot...

Page 212: ...3 Microphone mute A microphone that has been switched to mute is automatically reactivated When a new connection is established When switching between call parties DTMF suffix dialing DTMF suffix dia...

Page 213: ...umbers dialed last are displayed The sorting order of the phone numbers depends on the particular mo bile phone Dialing the number via the instrument cluster This is possible when there is no active c...

Page 214: ...ically switches to the hands free system Ifthesystemdoesnotswitchoverautomatically follow the instructions on the mobile phone dis play refer also to the mobile phone operating instructions From the h...

Page 215: ...4 Dial The system says Dialing number Calling Dialing a phone number 1 Dial number 2 Say the phone number 3 Dial Correcting the phone number The sequence of digits can be deleted after the system has...

Page 216: ...63 in the vicinity of 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 language of the s...

Page 217: ...e cap from the antenna con nector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone 2 Slide the mobile phone with the buttons fac ing up in the direction of the electrical con nections arrow 1 and push...

Page 218: ...ing To avoid becoming distracted and posing an unnecessary hazard to your vehicle s occu pants and to other road users never attempt to use the controls or enter information unless traf fic and road c...

Page 219: ...en checked as a destination Mobile phone Dialing phone numbers 1 Select the desired contact 2 Select the phone number The connection is established Editing a contact 1 Select the desired contact 2 Edi...

Page 220: ...his en sures that destination guidance is possible for all addresses If necessary Accept address 9 Store contact in vehicle Contact types Various contact types can be assigned to phone numbers and add...

Page 221: ...to the vehicle is supported Text messages and e mails may not be supported by the service pro vider or the function may need to be enabled separately After the mobile phone is first paired transmissio...

Page 222: ...t message out loud Read the text message out loud refer to page 225 My Info Selecting additional functions Additional functions are available when a mes sage is selected Symbol Function Start guidance...

Page 223: ...essages e mails and notes can be saved or selected refer to page 225 Deactivating the full display When an e mail is opened in the vehicle the e mail is fully transmitted to the vehicle This may resul...

Page 224: ...essary Turn the controller Select the symbol Using contact data Contact data from appointments tasks text messages e mails and notes can be saved or selected refer to page 225 Reading the task out lou...

Page 225: ...ointment entries tasks and notes can be read out loud 1 Select the desired message appointment task or note 2 Select the symbol The following options are available during read ing Pause Interrupt read...

Page 226: ...not displayed in full length Text were already transmitted from the mo bile phone in a shortened form Synchronization between the mobile phone and vehicle may take several minutes The contact picture...

Page 227: ...fields are still filled with the previ ous entries Delete input fields 4 Fill in the entry fields select the symbol next to the entry field 5 Enter the text refer to page 21 6 If the vehicle is equipp...

Page 228: ...destination Checking the address as a destination An address that is to be used for destination guidance must match the navigation data con tained in the vehicle The address can be checked for this p...

Page 229: ...you press the SOS button a connection to the BMW As sist Response Center is established The BMW Assist Response Center then speaks with you and takes further steps to help you Automatic Collision Not...

Page 230: ...please contact your service partner or the BMW customer hotline Concierge service General information The BMW Assist Concierge service offers infor mation on events gas stations or hotels and provides...

Page 231: ...ss search can be opened via BMW Search License conditions This product contains NetFront Browser soft ware of ACCESS Co Ltd Copyright 2007 ACCESS Co Ltd All rights reserved NetFront is a trademark or...

Page 232: ...glance Sends information to your service partner to re quest the arrangement of a service appoint ment The TeleService data is transmitted dur ing a Service Request If possible your service partner wi...

Page 233: ...eService Report was transmitted 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Open Options 4 Last Teleservice Info Services status Displaying available services Display of all services available in the vehicle 1...

Page 234: ...ct the desired software application Displaying status Information about the currently available soft ware applications can be displayed 1 ConnectedDrive 2 BMW apps PlugIn Selected functions of the cel...

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Page 237: ...main mobile at all times this chapter supplies you with important information on the topics of fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and Roadside Assistance Online Edition for Part...

Page 238: ...damage may occur Fuel cap Opening 1 Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler flap 2 Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise 3 Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler flap Closi...

Page 239: ...ng The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Do not overfill the fuel tank Do not overfill the fuel tank otherwise fuel may escape causing harm to the environment and dama...

Page 240: ...g sounds when starting at high outside temperatures This has no effect on the engine life Minimum fuel grade Do not use any gasoline below the mini mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per formanc...

Page 241: ...ect tire pressures a condition that may not only compromise your vehicle s driving stability but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident After correcting the tire inflation pressure Reini...

Page 242: ...eds exceeding 100 mph 160 km h from the relevant table on the following pages Otherwise tire damage and accidents could occur Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph 160 km h M6 With speed limiter...

Page 243: ...es at least every 6 years Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Trac...

Page 244: ...sive speed underinfla tion or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and pos sible tire failure If necessary have the vehicle towed M S Winter and all season tire...

Page 245: ...n and rim versions for your vehicle can be ob tained from your service center Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC To maintain good hand...

Page 246: ...handling characteristics Rotating the tires is not permissible when using different types of tires Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Alway...

Page 247: ...Note the use by date on the sealant bottle Compressor 1 Holder for bottle 2 Compressor 3 Connector cable for socket 4 Connection hose 5 On off switch 6 Inflation pressure dial 7 Reduce inflation press...

Page 248: ...e compressor in this phase Enclosed areas Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas otherwise breathing of exhaust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness and death Theexhaustgasescontaincarbonmonox...

Page 249: ...r Continuing the trip Do not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 50 mph 80 km h Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 101 Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to page 99 Replace...

Page 250: ...er 2 Jump starting negative terminal 3 Washer fluid reservoir 4 Jump starting positive terminal 5 Oil filler neck 6 Coolant reservoir Hood Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment Never atte...

Page 251: ...nger of injury from protruding parts when the hood is open Closing the hood Let the hood drop from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully The hood must audibly engage on b...

Page 252: ...messages Engine oil level OK Engine oil at minimum Add 1 quart of engine oil When the display appears in the instrument cluster add 1 US quart liter of oil within the next 125 miles 200 km Engine oil...

Page 253: ...ies Approved oil types Specification ACEA A3 B4 API SK CF or superior grade specification Additional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center Alternative o...

Page 254: ...your health Coolant consists of water and additives Not all commercially available additives are suit able for your vehicle Ask your service center for suitable additives Coolant level Checking 1 Let...

Page 255: ...red in the remote control Your servicecenterwillreadoutthisdataandsuggest the right array of service procedures for your ve hicle Therefore hand your service specialist the re mote control that you us...

Page 256: ...lytic converter Fuel cap The indicator lamp lights up If the fuel cap is not properly tightened the OBD system may conclude that fuel vapor is escaping If the cap is then tightened the display should...

Page 257: ...blades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed this may damage the wind shield Replacing the wiper blades 1 To change the wiper blades fold up refer to page 76 the wiper a...

Page 258: ...her wise irritation of the retina could result Headlamp glass Condensation can form on the inside of the ex ternal lamps in cool or humid weather When driving with the light switched on the conden sat...

Page 259: ...one direction 5 Secure the bulb with the wire bracket 6 Connect the bulb 7 Mount the cap Tail lamps bulb replacement At a glance 1 Turn signal brake lamp 2 Reversing lamp 3 Inside brake lamp 4 Tail l...

Page 260: ...ng wheels Notes The vehicle equipment does not include a spare tire When using run flat tires or tire sealants a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a fla...

Page 261: ...nals In the vehicle only charge the battery via the starting aid terminals refer to page 265 in the engine compartment with the engine off Power failure After a temporary power loss some equipment nee...

Page 262: ...e arrow 1 and open the lid arrow 2 In the cargo area Open the cover on the right side trim Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet Mobility Replacing components 262 On...

Page 263: ...n in an emergency Emergency Request not guaranteed For technical reasons the Emergency Re quest cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions Service contract After your contract with BMW Assist h...

Page 264: ...he SOS button Warning triangle The warning triangle is located under a cover on the left side of the cargo area Press against the lower edge of the cover and remove the cover First aid kit The first a...

Page 265: ...vehicles other wise there is the danger of short circuits Starting aid terminals Connecting order Connect the jumper cables in the correct order otherwise there is the danger of injury from sparking T...

Page 266: ...herwise damage may occur Tow truck Do not lift the vehicle Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or body and chassis parts otherwise damage may result Use the tow fitting screwed in at the front...

Page 267: ...ways be car ried in the vehicle It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW It is contained in the onboard vehicle tool kit under the cargo floor cover Tow fitting information on use Use only...

Page 268: ...icle Automatic car washes Notes Do not use high pressure washing sys tems With washing systems operating at high pres suresandnozzlepositionsclosetothewindows drops of water can penetrate Note the fol...

Page 269: ...rom BMW since these have been tested and approved Car care and cleaning products Follow the instructions on the container When cleaning the interior open the doors or windows Only use products intende...

Page 270: ...ds and lead to increased wear and premature degradation of the leather surface To guard against discoloration such as from clothing provide leather care roughly every two months Clean light colored le...

Page 271: ...mats carpets and any other objects out of the area of motion of the pedals otherwise the function of the pedals could be impeded while driving Do not place additional floor mats over existing mats or...

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Page 273: ...ce This chapter contains technical data short commands for the voice activation system and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03...

Page 274: ...ot available in a vehicle e g because of the selected optional equip ment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Dimensions Width height 1 Vehicle height 53 9 in...

Page 275: ...e Dia 38 7 ft 11 8 m Weights M6 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 5 313 2 410 Load lbs kg 804 365 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 601 1 180 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 778 1 260 Cargo area c...

Page 276: ...el tank US gal liters approx 21 1 80 Fuel quality refer to page 240 Windshield and headlamp washer system US quarts liters approx 5 3 5 0 Reference Technical data 276 Online Edition for Part no 01 40...

Page 277: ...commands The following short commands are valid for ve hicles with voice activation system They do not work in equipment packages with which only the mobile phone can be operated by voice activa tion...

Page 278: ...ence Guide Quick reference Open the index Owner s Manual Open the search by pictures Search by pictures Computer Function Command Call up the onboard computer Onboard info Call up the trip computer Tr...

Page 279: ...erence Open the route Route information Turn on spoken instructions Switch on voice instructions Repeat the spoken instruction Repeat voice instructions Turn off spoken instructions Switch off voice i...

Page 280: ...osition Split screen facing the direction of travel Split screen map in direction of travel Split screen perspective Split screen perspective Split screen expanded intersection zoom Splitscreen Exit r...

Page 281: ...and Open a frequency Frequency megahertz e g 93 5 megahertz or frequency 93 5 Open the radio Radio Open the FM stations F M Open the manual search Manual Select a frequency range Select frequency Open...

Page 282: ...satellite radio channel 2 Stored stations Function Command Open the stored stations Presets Choose a stored station Select preset Select a stored station Preset e g stored station 2 CD Multimedia CD D...

Page 283: ...lay back the music collection Music collection on Play back the most frequently played tracks Top fifty External devices Function Command Open the external devices External devices Open the Bluetooth...

Page 284: ...isplay Office Today Current office Display the contacts Contacts Display the messages Messages Display the calendar Calendar Display the tasks Tasks Display the reminders Reminders Contacts Function C...

Page 285: ...ve Function Command Open BMW Assist Open ConnectedDrive B M W Assist Connected Drive Open BMW Search B M W Online Short commands of the voice activation system Reference 285 Online Edition for Part no...

Page 286: ...ock Brake System ABS 106 Anti slip control refer to DSC 106 Applications 233 Appointments 223 Approved axle load 275 Approved engine oils 253 Apps 233 Apps video playback 198 Armrest refer to Front ce...

Page 287: ...ker 173 Central locking system 33 Centralscreen refertoControl Display 16 Central speaker 173 Changes technical refer to Safety 6 Changing parts 257 Changing wheels 260 Changing wheels tires 245 Check...

Page 288: ...lutch transmis sion 68 Drivelogic 70 Drive mode 69 Drive off assistant 106 Drive off assistant refer to DSC 106 Driving Dynamics Control 73 Driving Dynamics System 83 Driving dynamics system states 83...

Page 289: ...Front passenger airbags au tomatic deactivation 96 Front passenger airbags indi cator lamp 97 Front seats 51 FTM Flat Tire Monitor 101 Fuel cap 238 Fuel consumption current 83 Fuel consumption refer...

Page 290: ...ature 58 Intermediate destinations 159 Internet page 6 Intersection entering for navi gation 153 Interval display service re quirements 83 iPod iPhone 195 J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 260 Jac...

Page 291: ...6 Mobile communication devi ces in the vehicle 143 Mobile phone 206 Mobility System 246 Modifications technical refer to Safety 6 Moisture in headlamp 258 Monitor refer to Control Dis play 16 Mounting...

Page 292: ...minders 225 Remote control key 30 Remote control malfunc tion 36 Remote control universal 130 Renaming a station 176 Replacement fuse 261 Replacing parts 257 Replacing wheels tires 245 Reporting safet...

Page 293: ...eering assistance 109 Steering wheel adjusting 59 Steering wheel heating 59 Steering wheel memory 56 Stopping the engine 65 Storage compartments 135 Storage compartments loca tions 135 Storage tires 2...

Page 294: ...tion number in the engine compart ment 250 Vehicle jack 260 Vehicle paint 269 Vehicle storage 271 Vehicle wash 268 Ventilation 128 Ventilation refer to Parked car ventilation 129 Version of the naviga...

Page 295: ...X Xenon headlamps bulb re placement 258 Everything from A to Z Reference 295 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 900 735 03 12 490...

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