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Owner's Manual for

Vehicle

The Ultimate Driving

Machine

THE BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE.

OWNER'S MANUAL.

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Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 746 - VI/13

Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 926 037 - XI/13

Summary of Contents for M6 -

Page 1: ...ner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE OWNER S MANUAL Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI...

Page 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 3: ...he technical features available in your BMW M6 The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety and to contrib ute to maintaining the value of your BMW M6...

Page 4: ...luding excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich US English XI 13 13 07 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for...

Page 5: ...l that can perform maintenance and repair work on your vehicle in accordance with BMW specifications While BMW of North America LLC at no cost to you will pay for repairs required by the limited warra...

Page 6: ...age 135 under the heading Special windshield the paragraph beginning Therefore have the special windshield should be disregarded and the following text should be read in lieu thereof BMW recommends th...

Page 7: ...ble from a service center 15 At page 176 under the heading Hood the sentence beginning If you are unfamiliar should be disregarded 16 At page 179 under the heading Approved oil types the references to...

Page 8: ...replacement can cause serious and fatal injuries In the text that follows where it reads h ave any work on the xenon lighting system the following words should be read as preceding that passage It is...

Page 9: ...riving stability control systems 123 Driving comfort 136 Climate control 141 Interior equipment 146 Storage compartments Driving tips 152 BMW M6 technology 154 Things to remember when driving 158 Load...

Page 10: ...instructions to use with the voice ac tivation system Identifies the answers generated by the voice activation system Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Symbols on v...

Page 11: ...e of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other repro ductive harm Battery posts terminals and re lated accessories contain lead and lead com pounds Wash your hands after handling Used engi...

Page 12: ...h data memories that tempo rarily or permanently store technical informa tion about the condition of the vehicle events and faults This technical information generally documents the state of a compone...

Page 13: ...he EDR is needed In addition to the ve hicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the special equipment can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR R...

Page 14: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 15: ...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 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13...

Page 16: ...d the steering wheel 1 Opening and closing the rear win dow 42 2 Open and close side windows and rear window together 42 3 Open and close rear windows 41 4 Open and close front windows 41 5 Exterior m...

Page 17: ...124 11 Instrument cluster 79 12 Steering wheel buttons right Entertainment source Volume Voice activation 22 Telephone see user s manual for Navigation Entertainment and Communication Thumbwheel for...

Page 18: ...Automatic climate control 136 8 Controller with buttons 16 9 Parking brake 68 10 Opening and closing the convertible top 45 11 PDC Park Distance Control 125 Top View 130 Rearview camera 127 Side View...

Page 19: ...1 Intelligent Emergency Re quest 190 2 Reading lamps 96 3 Interior lamps 96 4 Indicator lamp front passenger airbag 100 Cockpit At a glance 15 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online E...

Page 20: ...to other road users never at tempt to use the controls or enter information unless traffic and road conditions allow this Controls at a glance Controls 1 Control Display 2 Controller with buttons The...

Page 21: ...lected 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 set in quotati...

Page 22: ...enu is displayed Options menu The Options menu consists of various areas Screen settings e g Split screen This area remains unchanged Control options for the selected main menu e g for Radio If applic...

Page 23: ...ller Status information Status field The following information is displayed in the status field at the top right Time Current entertainment source Sound output on off Wireless network reception streng...

Page 24: ...Press the button 2 Split screen Selecting the display 1 Press the button 2 Split screen 3 Move the controller until the split screen is selected 4 Press the controller or select Split screen content...

Page 25: ...ers and numbers Symbol Function Press the controller delete the let ter or number Press the controller for an extended period delete all letters or numbers Switching between cases letters and numbers...

Page 26: ...voice activation Activating the voice activation system 1 Press the button on the steering wheel 2 Wait for the signal 3 Say the command The command is displayed in the instru ment cluster This symbo...

Page 27: ...f necessary 2 Press the button on the steering wheel 3 Multimedia The medium last played is played back 4 C D 5 C D drive 6 Track e g CD track 4 Via short command Playback of the CD can also be starte...

Page 28: ...e 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 voice act...

Page 29: ...or for what to do in the event 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...

Page 30: ...t repeatedly until the Options 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...

Page 31: ...Integrated Owner s Manual in the vehicle At a glance 27 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 32: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 33: ...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 Edition for Part no 01 40...

Page 34: ...ol is used to unlock the car Personal Pro file refer to page 31 Information on the required maintenance is stored in the remote control as well Service data in the remote control refer to page 182 Int...

Page 35: ...rt Stop button within 10 seconds while pressing the brake Manual transmission if a corresponding Check Control message appears hold the remote control as shown against the marked area on the steering...

Page 36: ...ported This can be helpful for securing and retrieving personal settings before delivering the vehicle to a workshop for example 1 Settings 2 Profiles 3 Export profile 4 BMW Online BMW Online USB inte...

Page 37: ...g lights current setting Triple turn signal activation Locking the vehicle after a brief period or after starting to drive Central locking system The concept The central locking system becomes active...

Page 38: ...p is fully opened and the convertible top well storage cover is fully closed Danger of pinching Monitor the opening process to ensure that no one becomes trapped otherwise inju ries may result Releasi...

Page 39: ...d do not leave it in the cargo area otherwise the re mote control is locked inside the vehicle when the trunk lid is closed The trunk lid is locked again as soon as it is pushed closed Malfunction If...

Page 40: ...tem in the interior 2 Unlock and open the driver s or front pas senger door 3 Lock the vehicle Lock the driver s door using the integrated key in the door lock or Press down the lock button of the fr...

Page 41: ...d opens if it is not locked Closing Recessed grips in the interior trim of the trunk lid make it easier to pull down the lid Keep the closing path clear Make sure that the closing path of the trunk li...

Page 42: ...he remote control when it is nearby or in the passenger compartment Comfort Access supports the following func tions Unlocking locking of the vehicle Unlocking of the trunk lid separately Start the en...

Page 43: ...mote control or use the integrated key in the door lock Adjusting Unlocking The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use 1 Settings 2 Doors key 3 Select symbol or Unlock button 4 Sele...

Page 44: ...alarm By switching on the hazard warning sys tem By flashing the high beams Arming and disarming the alarm system General information When you lock or unlock the vehicle either with the remote control...

Page 45: ...s monitored to the height of the seat cushions The alarm system is armed to gether with the interior motion sensor even when the convertible top is open Falling ob jects such as leaves can trigger the...

Page 46: ...tion Opening together Press the switch to the resistance point All windows including the rear window open while the switch is being pressed Press the switch beyond the resist ance point All windows in...

Page 47: ...ection is limited and the window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a certain value 2 Pull the switch past the resistance point again within approx 4 seconds and hold it there The window cl...

Page 48: ...e the convertible top while driving in reverse because rearward vision is se verely impaired while the convertible top is in motion During windy conditions do not operate the convertible top while dri...

Page 49: ...pressed cargo area partition is flipped up trunk lid is not closed or there is a mal function Convertible top cannot be moved In addition to the red LED a check control message is displayed Interrupt...

Page 50: ...er 3 Rear window tool Before closing 1 Switch off the ignition 2 Lower the side window and the rear win dow completely If the rear window cannot be lowered elec trically it must be lowered manually 3...

Page 51: ...l storage cover on both sides swing it up until it reaches its limit position and hold it in place 3 Remove the cover in the center of the front convertible top frame If necessary use a screwdriver to...

Page 52: ...shield frame Simultane ously have a second person push from the outside toward the center on the front windshield frame 3 Insert the convertible top tool with the long end into the adapter from the on...

Page 53: ...partment when driving with the top down Installation 1 Remove wind deflector from the protective jacket and unfold it 2 Press the upper and lower parts together until the latch engages 3 Push out the...

Page 54: ...back Otherwise the wind deflector will be damaged Removing Proceed in reverse sequence To release the two lateral retaining pins pull the corresponding handle forward a little and them pull it to the...

Page 55: ...movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle control 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 backrest on the front pas...

Page 56: ...pright posture Press the front rear section of the switch The curvature is increased decreased Press the upper lower sec tion of the switch The curvature is shifted up down Backrest width Change the w...

Page 57: ...cally with the temperature selected last Switching off Press the button longer The LEDs go out Temperature distribution The heating action in the seat cushion and backrest can be distributed in differ...

Page 58: ...omen The safety belt must not lie across the neck rub on sharp edges be routed over solid or breakable objects or be pinched Reduction of restraining effect Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the be...

Page 59: ...with a cer tain severity the active head restraint automat ically reduces the distance from the head Reduced protective function Do not use seat or head restraint covers Do not hang objects e g cloth...

Page 60: ...esired position Releas ing the button stops the motion Press the button briefly The seat automat ically moves to the respective end position Pressing again stops the motion Folding back and locking th...

Page 61: ...period the calling up of stored seat positions is deactivated to save battery power To reactivate calling up of a seat position Open or close the door or trunk lid Press a button on the remote contro...

Page 62: ...ets 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 mirror in a car wash Before washin...

Page 63: ...goes out M Drive The concept Individual settings can be carried out in two preassigned configurations for the vehicle When the engine is started an efficient driving state is active by default M Driv...

Page 64: ...ivating Press the corresponding button on the steer ing wheel Indicator lamps Indicator lamp comes on corre sponding M Drive is activated Indicator lamp flashes M Drive could not be activated Antilock...

Page 65: ...assenger seat make sure that the front knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deacti vated Automatic deactivation of front passen ger side airbags refer to page 100 Note Deactivated fro...

Page 66: ...t the back rest width must be opened completely Do not change the adjustment after this otherwise the stability of the child seat will be reduced Child seat security The rear safety belts and the fron...

Page 67: ...system Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are lo cated in the gap between the seat and back rest Mounting ISOFIX child restraint fixing systems 1 Mount the child restraint fixing system re fer to the...

Page 68: ...vehicle even if the low beams are switched on Shortly before the battery is discharged completely so that the engine can still be started Note If the engine is switched off and the ignition is switche...

Page 69: ...ded vehicle Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running doing so poses a risk of danger Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run ning set the parking brake and engage trans missi...

Page 70: ...nction The concept The Auto Start Stop function helps save fuel The system switches off the engine during a stop e g in a traffic congestion or at traffic lights The ignition remains switched on The e...

Page 71: ...ed and the driver s door is open The hood was unlocked Some indicator lamps light up for varying lengths of time The engine can only be started via the Start Stop button Note Even if driving away was...

Page 72: ...on Automatic deactivation In certain situations the Auto Start Stop func tion is deactivated automatically for safety rea sons such as when the driver is detected to be absent Malfunction The Auto Sta...

Page 73: ...hicle is set in motion and there is a risk of an acci dent Automatic release for manual transmission Drive off as usual The parking brake disen gages when the clutch pedal is released The LED and indi...

Page 74: ...Automatic double clutching Low Speed Assistant Selector lever transmission positions At a glance R reverse gear N neutral Center position forward position manual upshifting manual downshifting D S sw...

Page 75: ...um acceleration e g when passing To do this depress the acceler ator pedal past the resistance point Switch to Sequential mode shift using the shift paddles or the selector lever or push the selector...

Page 76: ...Selecting driving program using rocker switch in center console Press button repeatedly until the de sired driving program is displayed in the instrument cluster Selecting driving program using M Driv...

Page 77: ...er 5 Fully depress the accelerator pedal The starting engine speed adjusts 6 If necessary change the starting engine speed by 500 rpm via cruise control 7 Release brake When the selector lever is rele...

Page 78: ...n may overheat Deactivating Apply the brakes until the vehicle comes to a stop System limits This transmission has an overheating protec tion mechanism which protects the clutch from extreme stress In...

Page 79: ...s refer to page 85 Turn signal high beams headlamp flasher Turn signal Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point To switch off manually press the lever to the resistance point Unu...

Page 80: ...g speed press up once The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary Fast wiping speed press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point The wipers switch to normal...

Page 81: ...g temperatures Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield oth erwise your vision could be obscured For this reason use antifreeze Avoid using the washer...

Page 82: ...the washer fluid con tainer Use BMW s Windshield Washer Con centrate or the equivalent Washer fluid reservoir Adding washer fluid Only add washer fluid when the engine is cool and then close the cove...

Page 83: ...vehicle e g because of the selected optional equipment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Instrument cluster 1 Fuel gauge 82 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator warni...

Page 84: ...nd notifies you of malfunctions in the monitored systems A Check Control message is displayed as a combination of indicator or warning lamps and text messages in the instrument cluster and in the Head...

Page 85: ...functions in Canadian mod els Brake system Brake system in Canadian models ABS Antilock Brake System ABS Antilock Brake System in Canadian models At least one Check Control mes sage is displayed or is...

Page 86: ...ly after approx 20 seconds They are stored and can be displayed again later Displaying stored Check Control messages 1 Vehicle Info 2 Vehicle status 3 Check Control 4 Select the text message Messages...

Page 87: ...d There is the increased danger of ice Ice on roads Even at temperatures above 37 3 there can be a risk of ice on roads Therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads for example to avoid the i...

Page 88: ...stination guidance is activated in the navigation system When destination guidance is activated in the navigation sys tem the range up to the desti nation is displayed Current fuel consumption Display...

Page 89: ...f the driving dynamics are displayed in the instrument cluster Symbols Description Engine Dynamics Control refer to page 74 Electronic Damper Control EDC refer to page 121 Servotronic refer to page 12...

Page 90: ...ng the service status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto matically transmitted to your service center before a service due date You can check when your service center was notified...

Page 91: ...countries where No Passing zones are primarily identified with road markings On routes without signage Where there are railroad crossings high way markings or other situations where no signage is pres...

Page 92: ...n the navigation system are incorrect In areas not covered by the navigation sys tem When roads differ from the navigation such as due to changes in the road net work When passing buses or trucks with...

Page 93: ...to be displayed on the info display of the instrument cluster 1 Settings 2 Info display 3 Select the desired displays Information in detail Range Displays the estimated cruising range available with...

Page 94: ...1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Warning 4 Press the controller Setting your current speed as the limit 1 Settings 2 Speed 3 Select current speed 4 Press the controller The current vehicle speed is stored as the...

Page 95: ...essary settings for the month and year The date is stored Setting the date format 1 Settings 2 Time Date 3 Format 4 Select the desired format The date format is stored Language Setting the language To...

Page 96: ...ntroller until the desired bright ness is set 5 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Depending on the light conditions the bright ness control may not be...

Page 97: ...mps Switch position the vehicle lamps light up on all sides e g for parking Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe riods otherwise the battery may become dis charged and it would then be impossi...

Page 98: ...ights are compulsory so it may not be possible to deac tivate the daytime running lights 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 Daytime running lamps The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use Roa...

Page 99: ...the button on the turn signal lever arrow The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up When the lights are switched on the high beams are switched on and off automati cally The system respo...

Page 100: ...the in terior rear view mirror clean and clear Instrument lighting Adjusting The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on to adjust the brightness Adjust the brightness using the thumbwheel Inte...

Page 101: ...can be individually set 1 Settings 2 Lighting 3 B O 4 Select the desired lighting setting Off no lighting Reduced the speakers in the field of view are hidden while driving On the speakers are always...

Page 102: ...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 lateral impact the side air...

Page 103: ...ats Even when all instructions are followed closely injury from contact with the airbags cannot be ruled out in certain situations The ignition and inflation noise may lead to short term and in most c...

Page 104: ...assenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by the manufacturer of your vehicle Do not place any electronic devices on the passenger seat if a child restraint system is to be installed on i...

Page 105: ...ongitudinal axis is tilted ex cessively The safety frames located behind the rear headrests extend within fractions of a second Supplementing the reinforced front windshield frame the rollover protect...

Page 106: ...ressure loss is not en sured Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change Always use wheels with TPM electronics to ensure that the...

Page 107: ...ire with the Mobility System re fer to page 172 or replace the damaged wheel Required inflation pressure check message A Check Control message is displayed Check the tire inflation pressure and carry...

Page 108: ...n remain continuously illumi nated This sequence will continue upon sub sequent vehicle start ups as long as the mal function exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be...

Page 109: ...al influences cannot be indicated in ad vance A natural even pressure loss in all four tires cannot be detected Therefore check the tire inflation pressure regularly The system could be delayed or mal...

Page 110: ...e and duration The system is controlled via a camera in the base of the mirror The collision warning is available even if cruise control has been deactivated When the vehicle is intentionally brought...

Page 111: ...The intervention can bring a vehicle traveling at slow speed to a complete stop Manual transmission During a braking inter vention up until reaching a complete stop the engine may be shut down The bra...

Page 112: ...ity braking function The concept The system can help to prevent accidents with pedestrians The system issues a warning in the city driving speed area if there is imminent danger of a col lision with p...

Page 113: ...ol is displayed and a sig nal sounds Intervene immediately by braking or making an evasive maneuver Braking intervention The warning prompts the driver himself to in tervene During the warning the max...

Page 114: ...e shipment Night Vision with Pedestrian and Animal Detection The concept Night Vision with pedestrian and animal detec tion is a night vision system An infrared camera records the area in front of the...

Page 115: ...x 230 ft 70 m Environmental influences can limit the availa bility of object detection If the vehicle systems detect that the vehicle is located in a residential area the animal detec tion is temporar...

Page 116: ...s on the instrument cluster and in the Head up Display Although both the shape and the heat radiation are analyzed false warnings cannot be ruled out Warning area in front of the vehicle The warning a...

Page 117: ...clearly visi ble in the image Limited detection People or animals who are fully or partially covered especially when their heads are covered People who are not in an upright position e g lying down Cy...

Page 118: ...e warning ends Automatically after approx 3 seconds When returning to your own lane When braking hard When using the turn signal System limits The system may not be fully functional in the following s...

Page 119: ...g wheel vibrates Notes Personal responsibility The system does not serve as a substi tute for the driver s personal judgment of the traffic situation Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi cle...

Page 120: ...units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communication Commission regulations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID NBG009014A Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of t...

Page 121: ...to take a break A recommendation to take a break is displayed only once during an uninterrupted trip After a break another recommendation to take a break cannot be displayed until after approxi matel...

Page 122: ...e desired setting If the belt tension does not loosen automati cally stop the vehicle and unbuckle the belt using the red button in the buckle Fasten the belt before continuing on your trip PostCrash...

Page 123: ...and drive away without 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 slightly Driving off without de...

Page 124: ...MDM To open M Drive with the selected settings press the corresponding button on the steer ing wheel A message appears in the instrument cluster This message is confirmed by pressing the button again...

Page 125: ...om spinning even when DSC is switched off and in M Dynamic Mode so that optimum traction is always as sured in all driving situations The driver is responsible adapting his or her driving behavior to...

Page 126: ...rams 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 desired channel When M...

Page 127: ...fog snow or rain or on a loose road surface Otherwise you could lose control of the vehi cle and cause an accident Controls At a glance Press the button Function Cruise control on off interrupt ing re...

Page 128: ...o the road con ditions and be ready to brake at all times oth erwise there is the danger of an accident oc curring Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set If activ...

Page 129: ...in the bumpers The range is approx 6 ft 2 m An acoustic warning is first given By the front sensors and the two rear cor ner sensors at approx 24 in 60 cm By the rear middle sensors at approx 5 ft 1...

Page 130: ...jects are located both in front of and be hind the vehicle an alternating continuous sig nal is sounded The intermittent tone is interrupted after ap prox 3 seconds If the vehicle stops in front of an...

Page 131: ...Control message is displayed The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded area on the Control Display PDC has failed Have the system checked To ensure full operability Keep the sensors clean and fre...

Page 132: ...driving distance or speed is exceeded Switch the system back on if necessary Switching on off manually Press the button On the LED lights up Off the LED goes out The PDC is shown on the Control Displa...

Page 133: ...ircle on a level road Only one turning circle line is displayed when the steering wheel is turned Obstacle marking General information Spatially shaped markings can be shown in the rearview camera ima...

Page 134: ...in parking and maneu vering The area around the doors and the road area around the vehicle are shown on the Con trol Display for this purpose General information The image is captured by two cameras...

Page 135: ...tored for the remote control cur rently in use Display Visual warning The approach of the vehicle to an object can be shown on the Control Display When the distance to an object is small a red bar is...

Page 136: ...ind driveways and intersections Road users concealed by obstacles to the left and right of the vehicle can only be detected rela tively late from the driver s seat To improve visibility two cameras in...

Page 137: ...urn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller System limits The cameras capture a maximum range of 330 ft 100 m Head up Display The concept This system projects impo...

Page 138: ...4 Select the desired displays in the Head up Display The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use Setting the brightness The brightness is automatically adjusted to the ambient lig...

Page 139: ...shield is part of the system The shape of the windshield makes it possible to display a precise image A film in the windshield prevents double im ages from being displayed Therefore have the special w...

Page 140: ...erature left 3 AUTO program left 4 Air flow AUTO intensity left residual heat 5 Remove ice and condensation 6 Maximum cooling 7 Display 8 Air volume AUTO intensity right 9 AUTO program right 10 Temper...

Page 141: ...on automatically with the AUTO pro gram At the same time a condensation sensor con trols the program so as to prevent window condensation as much as possible Intensity of the AUTO program With the AUT...

Page 142: ...the outside air and controls the shutoff auto matically Right LED on recirculated air mode the supply of outside air into the vehicle is per manently blocked If the windows are fogged over switch off...

Page 143: ...The symbol on the display of the automatic climate control flashes Switching the system on off Switching off Complete system Press and hold the left button on the driver s side until the control click...

Page 144: ...ive Functional requirements Parked car ventilation Using the preset departure time or when operated directly any external tempera ture Open the vents to allow air to flow out Switching on off directly...

Page 145: ...ote control ensure that there are no people animals or objects in the range of movement of the remote controlled device otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instruction...

Page 146: ...operating manual or press the programmed button on the interior rear view mirror longer If the LED on the interior rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds t...

Page 147: ...s within the range of movement of the remote controlled system otherwise there is a risk of injury or damage Also follow the safety instructions of the hand held transmitter The system such as the gar...

Page 148: ...r use Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after use otherwise objects may get into the lighter socket or fixture and cause a short circuit Sockets The lighter socket can be used as a socket for elect...

Page 149: ...bag If necessary wrap the sharp edges of the skis 5 Tighten the retaining strap Securing the ski bag Secure the ski bag by tightening the re taining strap otherwise the contents could present a sourc...

Page 150: ...ts are avail able in the vehicle interior Glove compartment on the front passenger side refer to page 146 Storage compartment on the center con sole manual transmission Storage compartment in the cent...

Page 151: ...rnal devices Front center armrest Opening A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the front seats Press the buttons next to the lock Locking the storage compartment The storage...

Page 152: ...result in damage Manual transmission center console A cupholder is located on the center console Manual transmission center armrest A cupholder is located in the center armrest compartment To open pr...

Page 153: ...artment under the cargo floor cover Raise the cargo floor cover using the strap Storage compartments Controls 149 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 92...

Page 154: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 155: ...tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037...

Page 156: ...he V8 high performance engine has a somewhat rougher running behavior because of the emission con trols When the engine is cold the exhaust system has a slightly metallic undertone due to the na ture...

Page 157: ...e area around the wheels To do this also follow the instructions in Washing the vehicle refer to page 196 and Braking safely refer to page 156 Drive train With this vehicle particular value was placed...

Page 158: ...nt speed 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 tr...

Page 159: ...burned Climate control windshield The marked area is not covered with heat re flective coating Use this area for garage door openers devices for electronic toll collection etc Mobile communication dev...

Page 160: ...that the floor mats are securely fas tened again after they were removed for clean ing for example Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet coated with road salt or there is heavy rain briefly exe...

Page 161: ...a cles Otherwise damages to the vehicle may result To drive down from curbs with the Electronic Damper Control refer to page 121 select the following program to keep the ground clear ance as even as p...

Page 162: ...argo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs Otherwise damage to the vehicle and unstable driving situations may result 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding i...

Page 163: ...ng 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 area Securing...

Page 164: ...ption Tires General information Tires can affect fuel consumption values in various ways for instance fuel consumption can be influenced by the size of the tires Check the tire inflation pressure regu...

Page 165: ...tched off and then restarted rather than leaving the engine running con stantly fuel consumption and emissions are reduced Savings can begin within a few sec onds of switching off the engine Using thi...

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Page 167: ...our 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 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Editi...

Page 168: ...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 Closing 1 Fit the cap and tu...

Page 169: ...l 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 environ ment and damaging the vehicle Handl...

Page 170: ...E85 i e fuel with an ethanol content of 85 or with Flex Fuel as this would damage the engine and fuel supply system Gasoline quality BMW recommends AKI 93 Minimum fuel grade BMW recommends AKI 91 Mini...

Page 171: ...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 Reinitialize the Flat Tire...

Page 172: ...0 km h from the relevant table on the following pages Other wise tire damage and accidents could occur Tire inflation pressure values over 100 mph 160 km h M6 With speed limiter Tire size Pressure spe...

Page 173: ...able on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Treadwear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C All pass...

Page 174: ...ure If necessary have the vehicle towed M S Winter and all season tires with better cold weather performance than summer tires Tire tread Summer tires Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than...

Page 175: ...ations impair the function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC To maintain good handling and vehicle re sponse use only tires with a single tread con figuration from a single manufacturer Follo...

Page 176: ...rmissible when us ing different types of tires Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease...

Page 177: ...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 pressure Filling the tire...

Page 178: ...e Enclosed areas Do not let the engine run in enclosed areas otherwise breathing of exhaust fumes may lead to loss of consciousness and death The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and...

Page 179: ...o not exceed the maximum permissible speed of 50 mph 80 km h Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 104 Reinitialize the Tire Pressure Monitor refer to page 102 Replace the defective tire an...

Page 180: ...tive 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 attempt to perform any serv...

Page 181: ...otrud ing 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 both sides Hood open w...

Page 182: ...l level reaches the minimum level a check control message is displayed Requirements Depending on the previous displays the status display is displayed when the engine is running or after the vehicle h...

Page 183: ...y occur Alternatively also engine oils with viscosity grades SAE 5W 30 or SAE 5W 40 may be used The engine oil quality is critical for the life of the engine Some types of oils in some cases are not a...

Page 184: ...l 180 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Engine oil change The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends having the engine oil changed by your service center Online Edition for Part no 01...

Page 185: ...ists of water and additives Not all commercially available additives are suitable for your vehicle Ask your service cen ter for suitable additives Coolant level Checking 1 Let the engine cool 2 Turn t...

Page 186: ...ures for your vehicle Therefore hand your service specialist the re mote control with which the vehicle was driven most recently Storage periods Storage periods during which the vehicle bat tery was d...

Page 187: ...t there is excessive mis firing in the engine Reduce the vehicle speed and have the system checked immediately otherwise serious engine misfiring within a brief pe riod can seriously damage emission c...

Page 188: ...lades Do not fold down the wipers if wiper blades have not been installed this may damage the windshield Replacing the wiper blades 1 To change the wiper blades fold up refer to page 77 the wiper arms...

Page 189: ...not remove the covers Do not remove the covers and never stare into the unfiltered light for several hours otherwise irritation of the retina could result Headlamp glass Condensation can form on the i...

Page 190: ...bulb with the wire bracket 6 Connect the bulb 7 Mount the cap LED headlamps Light emitting diodes LEDs Follow the general instructions on Lamps and bulbs refer to page 184 With LED headlamps all front...

Page 191: ...watt bulb W16W 1 Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise 2 Pull out the bulb and replace it 3 Mount the bulb holder and the cover of the trunk lid in reverse order Changing wheels Hints The vehicle...

Page 192: ...e is not used for prolonged pe riods longer than a month Starting aid terminals In the vehicle only charge the battery via the starting aid terminals refer to page 192 in the engine compartment with t...

Page 193: ...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 Replacing components Mobility 189 Online Edition for Part...

Page 194: ...ns the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor able conditions Initiating an Emergency Request 1 Press the cover briefly to open it 2 Press the SOS button until the LED in the button ligh...

Page 195: ...contents regularly and replace any expired items promptly Storage The first aid kit is located in the insert in the rear seat backrest 1 Pull the release in the direction of the ar row and remove the...

Page 196: ...d terminals Connecting order Connect the jumper cables in the correct order otherwise there is the danger of injury from sparking The so called starting aid terminal in the en gine compartment acts as...

Page 197: ...ehicle damage or accidents may occur Make sure that the ignition is switched on otherwise the low beams tail lamps turn signals and windshield wipers may be un available Do not tow the vehicle with th...

Page 198: ...to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle please observe the following Maneuvering capability is limited during cornering The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it is secured with an offse...

Page 199: ...but start the engine by jump starting refer to page 192 If the vehicle is equipped with a cat alytic converter only tow start while the en gine is cold 1 Switch on the hazard warning system and comply...

Page 200: ...rly in winter Intense soiling and road salt can damage the vehicle Automatic car washes Hints Do not use high pressure washing sys tems With washing systems operating at high pres sures and nozzle pos...

Page 201: ...h off with water Thaw ice with deicing spray do not use an ice scraper After washing the vehicle After washing the vehicle apply the brakes briefly to dry them otherwise braking action can be reduced...

Page 202: ...become leaky To remove heavy soiling especially for light colored convertible tops use a special convertible top cleaner Proceed as follows 1 Spray the convertible top with the convertible top cleaner...

Page 203: ...clude Imitation leather surfaces Headliner Lamp lenses Instrument cluster cover Matte black spray coated components Painted parts in the interior Clean with a microfiber cloth Lightly dampen the cloth...

Page 204: ...he displays with an antistatic microfiber cloth Cleaning displays Do not use chemical or household cleansers Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit Otherwise they could affect or damage surfa...

Page 205: ...Care Mobility 201 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 206: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 207: ...e 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 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 0...

Page 208: ...e g because of the selected optional equipment or country variant This also applies for safety related functions and systems Dimensions Width height 1 Vehicle height 53 9 inches 1 368 mm 2 Vehicle he...

Page 209: ...ash apply to vehicles with double clutch transmission M6 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs kg 5 315 2 411 Load lbs kg 835 800 379 363 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 645 1 200 Approved rear axle loa...

Page 210: ...pprox 21 1 80 Fuel quality refer to page 166 Windshield and headlamp washer system US quarts liters approx 5 3 5 0 Reference Technical data 206 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online...

Page 211: ...Technical data Reference 207 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 910 746 VI 13 Online Edition for Part no 01 40 2 926 037 XI 13...

Page 212: ...e 90 Ashtray 143 Assistance Roadside Assis tance 191 Assistance when driving off 119 Attentiveness assistant 117 AUTO intensity 137 Automatic car wash 196 Automatic Curb Monitor 58 Automatic deactivat...

Page 213: ...ating position 61 Children transporting safely 61 Child restraint fixing sys tem 61 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 62 Child restraint fixing systems mounting 61 Child seat mounting 61 Child seats...

Page 214: ...85 Driving instructions breaking in 154 Driving notes general 155 Driving on racetracks 153 Driving program refer to Drivelogic 72 Driving stability control sys tems 119 Driving tips 155 DSC Dynamic S...

Page 215: ...consump tion 89 Fuel filler flap 164 Fuel gauge 82 Fuel quality 166 Fuel recommendation 166 Fuel tank capacity 206 Fuse 188 G Garage door opener refer to Integrated universal remote control 141 Gasol...

Page 216: ...e control 30 Keyless Go refer to Comfort Access 38 Key Memory refer to Per sonal Profile 31 Knee airbag 98 L Lamp replacement front 184 Lamp replacement rear 186 Lamps 93 Lamps and bulbs 184 Lane depa...

Page 217: ...2 M view head up display 134 N Navigation see user s manual for Navigation Entertain ment and Communication Neck restraints front refer to Head restraints 55 Neutral cleaner see wheel cleaner 199 New...

Page 218: ...parts 184 Replacing wheels tires 171 Reporting safety defects 9 Reserve warning refer to Range 84 Reset Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 103 Residual heat automatic cli mate control 139 Retaining straps sec...

Page 219: ...ate 37 Tailgate via remote con trol 35 Tail lamps 186 Tail lamps bulb replace ment 186 Technical changes refer to Safety 7 Technical data 204 Technology BMW M 152 Telephone see user s manual for Navig...

Page 220: ...W Warning indicators 80 Warning lamps 80 Warning messages refer to Check Control 80 Warning triangle 191 Washer fluid 78 Washer fluid reservoir ca pacity 206 Washer nozzles wind shield 77 Washer syst...

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