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The Ultimate

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Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 320 - © 02/07 BMW AG

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Страница 1: ...The Ultimate Driving Machine Owner s Manual for Vehicle Contents A Z Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 2: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 3: ...cle It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical fea tures The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Infor...

Страница 4: ...g including excerpts only with the written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 013 320 US English III 07 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 5: ...0 Adjustments 36 Transporting children safely 40 Driving 48 Everything under control 51 Technology for driving comfort and safety 59 Lamps 62 Climate 68 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 74 Special operating instructions Mobility 82 Refueling 84 Wheels and tires 91 Under the hood 96 Maintenance 98 Replacing components 103 Giving and receiving assistance Reference 110 Technical data 116 E...

Страница 6: ...ions that must be fol lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle Refers to measures that can be taken to help protect the environment Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicat...

Страница 7: ...nd powerful electron ics requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods You should therefore have the corresponding work on your vehicle per formed only by your BMW center or at a work shop that works according to BMW repair pro cedures with correspondingly trained personnel If this work is not carried out prop erly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards Calif...

Страница 8: ...ponents brake dust shields telephones including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna or transceiver equipment for instance CBs walkie talkie ham radio or simi lar accessories may cause extensive damage to the vehicle compromise its safety interfere with the vehicle s electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty Se...

Страница 9: ...vidual problems between you your dealer or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Adminis trator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov For Canadian customers Canadian c...

Страница 10: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 11: ...ed to familiarize you with your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems At a glance Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 12: ...ys 2 Folding exterior mirrors in or out 34 3 Adjusting exterior mirrors 34 1 Opening and closing windows 25 4 Parking lamps 59 Low beams 59 Automatic headlamp control 59 5 Instrument lighting 60 6 Fog lamps 60 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 13: ... 9 Windshield wipers 45 Rain sensor 45 Volume Press to accept and end a telephone call to start dialing for selected telephone num bers Press longer activate and deactivate voice entry Fast forward rewind Radio Press next station stored Press longer station search CD Press jump to next track Press longer fast forward rewind Telephone Scan register of names Display hide telephone book Dis play the ...

Страница 14: ...Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself Indicator and warning lamps that are identified by are tested for proper functioning whenever the key is turned They each light up once for different periods of time If a malfunction occurs in one of the monitored systems the corresponding lamp does not go out after the engine has started or it lights up again while the vehicle is in moti...

Страница 15: ...ing lamps 52 Brake warning lamp for Canadian mod els Brake pads 76 Fog lamps 60 Electric Power Steering 56 Flat Tire Monitor 53 Tire Pressure Monitor 54 Airbags 56 Fasten safety belts reminder 33 Defective bulb 59 Doors or luggage compartment lid tail gate open Automatic transmission 43 Engine electronics Malfunction in the engine electronics You can continue to drive with reduced engine output Pl...

Страница 16: ...Cockpit 14 Around the center console controls and displays Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 17: ...3 Air distribution for automatic cli mate control 66 Automatic air distribution and flow rate 66 Cooling function 63 66 AUC Automatic recirculated air control 67 Recirculated air mode 63 67 Maximum cooling 66 Air flow rate 63 66 Defrosting windows 66 Rear window defroster 63 67 4 Seat heating 33 Roadster opening the convertible top 27 Roadster closing the convertible top 27 Dynamic Traction Contro...

Страница 18: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 19: ...ide you with information for complete control of your vehicle All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety comfort and convenience are described here Controls Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 20: ...ster key with remote control When your vehicle is unlocked with the remote control the vehicle recognizes the individual user by means of a data exchange with the key and makes adjustments accordingly Colored decals were provided with the keys to help you distinguish between the different per sonal remote control keys What the system can do You can learn about the entire array of features that Veh...

Страница 21: ...tem is armed or disarmed For further details of the alarm system refer to page 23 Operating from inside By means of the button for central locking refer to page 21 In the event of a sufficiently severe accident the central locking system unlocks automatically In addition the hazard warning flashers and inte rior lamps come on Opening and closing from outside With the remote control Persons or anim...

Страница 22: ...lations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID LX8EWS LX8FZVS LX8FZVE Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interfer ence and this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Any unauthorized modifications or cha...

Страница 23: ... the armrest or pull the release handle for each door twice the initial pull unlocks the door and the sec ond one opens it Locking Either use the central locking button to lock both doors simultaneously or press down the safety lock button of a door To prevent you from being locked out the open driver s door cannot be locked using the lock button Persons or animals in the vehicle could lock the do...

Страница 24: ...page 23 Closing The handle recesses in the interior trim of the tailgate make it easier to pull down Make sure that the closing path of the tail gate is clear otherwise injuries may result Roadster luggage compartment lid Opening from inside the vehicle If the luggage compartment lid has not been locked separately you can open it with this but ton in the footwell on the driver s side when the vehi...

Страница 25: ...tment lid tailgate is opened When attempts are made to start the vehi cle When there are movements in the vehicle interior interior motion sensor refer to page 24 When the car s inclination changes for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the wheels or to raise it prior to towing away Tilt alarm sensor refer to page 24 When there is an interruption in the power supply from the ba...

Страница 26: ...ow the vehicle Interior motion sensor Coupe All windows must be closed in order for the inte rior motion sensor to function optimally Roadster The system monitors the footwells and the seating areas of the driver and passenger Even when the convertible top is open the alarm sys tem including the interior motion sensor is armed Objects falling into the vehicle e g leaves can trigger unintentional a...

Страница 27: ...d be impaired The closing force can change as a result of extreme temperature fluctuations The window then opens slightly after closing even if there is no obstacle within the window s travel path If this occurs override the pinch protec tion system Pulling the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it there overrides and deactivates the pinch protection system After a power supply interru...

Страница 28: ...tible top only when the vehicle is stationary To avoid any damage when opening the con vertible top make sure that the convertible top compartment panel in the cargo bay has been folded down refer to page 23 1 Flip the handle out and turn it to the end stop 2 Fold the handle back in Do not guide the convertible top towards the rear with the handle folded out otherwise the convertible top s headlin...

Страница 29: ...top s range of move ment For safety reasons whenever possible operate the convertible top when the vehicle is station ary If a convertible top operation has not yet been completed as you start to drive off at a traffic light for example you can continue the procedure at moderate speed To do so press and hold the corresponding button again At higher speeds a vacuum effect in the pas senger compartm...

Страница 30: ...ssing this button If the yellow LED in the button comes on when the button is pressed the convertible top compartment panel in the cargo bay has been folded up The convertible top cannot be moved Interruption The automatic sequence will be interrupted immediately if you release the button that oper ates the top The sequence can be continued in the desired direction by pressing this button Do not c...

Страница 31: ... Mobility 29 6 Pull the convertible top frame down as far as possible 7 Keep turning the Allen wrench counter clockwise until the convertible top frame has locked onto the windshield frame Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 32: ...n and inflation noise may induce a mild hearing loss that is temporary in most cases For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 56 Head restraint A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the risk of neck injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restraint in such a way that its center is at approx ear level Oth erwise there is an increased risk of injury i...

Страница 33: ...tion Backward forward adjustment Pull lever 1 and slide the seat to the desired position After releasing the lever move the seat gently forward or back to make sure it engages prop erly Height Pull lever 2 and apply your weight to the seat or lift it off as necessary Backrest Pull lever 3 and apply your weight to the back rest or lift it off as necessary Power seat adjustment Read and comply with ...

Страница 34: ...tions of the head restraint Adjusting the height To move up pull up To move down press button 1 and push the head restraint downward M Sports seat The head restraints are integrated in the back rests and cannot be adjusted in height Removal 1 Pull up all the way 2 Press button 1 and pull out the head restraint completely M Sports seat The head restraints are integrated in the back rests and cannot...

Страница 35: ...ss once for each temperature level Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature To switch off Press button longer Safety belts Comply with the instructions on page 30 or the occupants personal safety will be diminished Make sure every occupant fastens his or her safety belt As supplemental restraint devices the airbags are designed to enhance the effec tiveness of the safety belts and not to replac...

Страница 36: ...n or out up to a road speed of approx 6 mph 10 km h by pressing button 3 This can be useful on narrow roads for example or to reset the mirrors to their cor rect positions after they were folded in Automatic heating Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated when the engine is running or the ignition is switched on Interior rearview mirror Turn the knob to reduce glare from the head lamps of c...

Страница 37: ... steering wheel while driving the vehicle It could respond with unexpected movement posing a potential accident hazard 1 Fold the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel to the preferred height and angle to suit your seated posi tion 3 Swing the lever back up Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 38: ...age of the child If you transport a child in the passenger seat not an infant in a rear fac ing seat who is properly seated and seat belted at all times the potential benefits of airbags deploying in an accident generally outweigh the risks of the child being injured by the force of a deploying airbag Therefore you should deactivate the passen ger airbags only if you find it difficult to ensure th...

Страница 39: ...aint systems Before installing a child restraint system on the passenger seat make sure that the front and side airbags for the passenger are deactivated otherwise there is an increased risk of injury if the airbags deploy Observe the child restraint system manufacturer s instruc tions for selecting installing and using child restraint systems Otherwise the protective effect may be diminished Chil...

Страница 40: ...ugh the head restraint support posts 4 Push the head restraint into its lowest posi tion 5 Clip the tether strap onto the anchor fitting M Sports seat positioning the tether strap 1 Forward driving direction 2 Support posts 3 Head restraint 4 Child restraint anchor fitting 5 Attaching clip 6 Cargo bay floor 7 Seat backrest 8 Tether strap If necessary fold up the anchor fitting up before using 1 Un...

Страница 41: ...r points for the LATCH child seat can be found at the locations marked by the arrows Carefully push the child seat brackets through the gap between the seat cushion and backrest cushion at the designated locations see arrows Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 42: ...that are not in use Switch the ignition off when the vehicle is not being driven Do not leave the engine running in enclosed spaces Otherwise inhalation of the hazardous exhaust gases could lead to unconsciousness and death The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running An unattended vehicle with ...

Страница 43: ...river s door has been opened Manual transmission 1 Turn the key to position 1 or 0 2 Engage first gear or reverse gear 3 Apply the parking brake Automatic transmission 1 With the car at a standstill move the selec tor lever to position P 2 Turn the key to position 1 or 0 Parking brake The parking brake is designed primarily to pre vent the vehicle from rolling when parked It operates against the r...

Страница 44: ...nd switch off the engine interlock Selector lever positions P R N D M S Displays in the instrument cluster P R N D SD M1 to M6 The selector lever position is displayed in the manual mode the gear currently engaged is shown Range selection With the ignition switched on or the engine running the selector lever can be moved out of position P interlock Before moving the lever away from P or N with the...

Страница 45: ...nly execute upshifts and downshifts that will result in an appropriate combination of vehicle speed and engine rpm For instance downshifts that would result in excessive engine speed will not be executed The desired gear will appear briefly in the instrument cluster followed by the actual gear Shifting gears via the shift paddles on the steering wheel The shift paddles allow you to shift gears qui...

Страница 46: ... Power steering is adapted to further enhance contact with the road surface Cruise control The stored speed is achieved more quickly when called up In addition with automatic transmission The Sport program is activated To activate the system Press the SPORT button while the key is in position 2 The LED in the button lights up To deactivate the system Press the SPORT button again The LED in the but...

Страница 47: ...e wipers will move once across the windshield You can leave the lever continuously in position 1 Then as long as the ignition key is in position 1 or higher you only need to activate the rain sensor To do so Turn rotary dial 5 briefly or Clean the windshield refer to Cleaning windshield and headlamps below Adjusting sensitivity Turn the rotary wheel 5 Deactivating Flip the lever to position 0 Norm...

Страница 48: ...se control is available at speeds of at least approx 20 mph 30 km h The car stores and maintains the speed that you specify with the lever on the steering column Do not use cruise control if conditions are unfavorable for driving at a constant speed e g due to winding roads dense traffic or poor road conditions such as snow rain ice loose surface etc Otherwise you could lose control of the vehicle...

Страница 49: ...lever upwards or downwards arrow 4 In addition the system is automatically deacti vated When you brake the vehicle When you engage the clutch or shift to idle in cars with manual transmission When you select the automatic transmis sion s neutral position N When you drive faster or slower than the set speed for a longer period of time e g by pressing the accelerator pedal When the DSC comes on You ...

Страница 50: ...creen You can have this acti vated deactivated Black ice can also form at temperatures above 377 36 You should therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded roads for example otherwise there is an increased risk of an accident When the vehicle is parked If you still want to view the time and odometer reading briefly after the ignition has been switched off or the key has been removed Press butto...

Страница 51: ...r checking the coolant level refer to page 94 Service interval display The remaining driving distance in miles km until the next scheduled service is displayed briefly immediately after you start the engine or switch on the ignition The words OILSERVICE or INSPECTION indi cate the type of service due next The computer bases its calculations of the remaining driving distance on the preceding drivin...

Страница 52: ...format You can have the clock displayed in 12h or 24h mode While the time display is active press the onboard computer button BC in the turn signal lever until the display changes Changing unit of measure F C While the outside temperature display is active press the onboard computer button BC in the turn signal lever until the display changes Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption i...

Страница 53: ...hicle conditions such as fishtailing or nose diving In these cases and subject to physical limits DSC helps to keep the vehicle on a steady course by reducing engine speed and by applying brakes at individual wheels The laws of physics cannot be repealed even with DSC It will always be the driver s responsibility to drive in a manner that matches road conditions Therefore do not limit the addition...

Страница 54: ...off assistant enables you to drive off smoothly on uphill gradients It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this 1 Hold the car in place by depressing the brake 2 Release the brake and drive off without delay The drive off assistant holds the car in place for approx 2 seconds after the brake is released Depending on vehicle load the car may roll backwards a little during this time span Dr...

Страница 55: ...ystem was not initialized Driving on a snow covered or slippery road surface Performance oriented driving slip at the drive wheels high levels of lateral accelera tion Driving with snow chains attached Initializing the system The initialization is completed while you are driving and can be interrupted at any time Initialization is continued automatically when you continue driving When driving with...

Страница 56: ...uirements To ensure a reliable flat tire warning the system must have been reset while tire inflation pres sures were correct Always use tires with TPM electronics to ensure that the system operates properly The system must be reset each time a tire inflation pressure has been corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed System limitations TPM cannot report sudden serious tire damage due to exter...

Страница 57: ...lat tire cannot be detected This warning is displayed under the following circumstances If there is a malfunction have the system checked If a wheel without TPM electronics is mounted If other systems or devices that use the same radio frequency temporarily interfere with the TPM Declaration according to NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Each tire should be checked monthly when cold ...

Страница 58: ...aking Right hard braking Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers 1 Front airbags 2 Side airbags 3 Knee airbags Protective action Comply with the instructions on page 30 or the occupants personal safety will be diminished The front airbags help protect the driver and passenger in the event of a frontal impact in which safety belts alone cannot provide suffi cient protectio...

Страница 59: ... passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out If the passenger airbags cannot be restored to the desired status despite the pas senger changing his or her seat position use the key switch to activate or deactivate the pas senger airbags refer to page 36 Do not attach seat covers seat cushion padding ball mats or other items to the passenger seat unless they are specifically reco...

Страница 60: ...key in position 1 or higher Warning lamp remains permanently on In the event of a malfunction have the air bag system checked immediately Other wise there is a risk that the system may not respond in the expected manner to an impact within its normal response range Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 61: ...When the switch is in position 3 the low beams are switched on and off automatically depend ing on ambient light conditions e g in a tunnel in twilight or if there is precipitation When driving into tunnels with bright overhead lights there may be a delay before the head lamps come on The headlamps may also come on when the sun is sitting low on a blue sky The low beams remain switched on inde pen...

Страница 62: ...Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps Roadside parking lamps left or right When parking the vehicle you have the option to switch on the lamps only on the side facing the road After parking the vehicle press the lever up or down arrow 3 until it engages The roadside parking lamps discharge the battery Therefore do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time otherwise the battery might no...

Страница 63: ...erior lamps on off manually Press button 1 briefly If you want the interior lamps to remain off all the time press the button for approx 3 seconds Press the button briefly to revert to normal operation Reading lamps Switch each lamp on and off with the adjacent button 2 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 64: ...dshield and side win dows 2 Air to the upper body area Ventilation 63 3 Air to the footwell 4 Air distribution 5 Cooling function 6 Recirculated air mode 7 Temperature 8 Air flow rate 9 Rear window defroster Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 65: ...mperature turn the rotary switch clockwise towards red For a lower temperature turn the rotary switch counterclockwise towards blue Air flow rate Adjust the air flow rate The higher the rate the more effective the heat ing or cooling will be Switching the system on off Set the air flow rate to 0 Blower and air condi tioning are switched off and the air supply is cut off To switch on the heater or ...

Страница 66: ...dust and pollen from the incoming air Your BMW center replaces this filter during regular maintenance A sub stantial reduction in air flow indicates that the filter needs to be replaced earlier Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 67: ...ody area Ventilation 67 3 Air to the footwell 4 Air distribution manual 5 Defrosting windows and removing conden sation 6 AUTO program 7 Air flow rate manual 8 Cooling function 9 Maximum cooling 10 Temperature 11 AUC Automatic recirculated air control Recirculated air mode 12 Rear window defroster Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 68: ...ir flow rate with the AUTO button The higher the air flow rate the more effective the air conditioning will be Switching the system on off Turn the rotary switch to 0 The automatic cli mate control is switched off and the air supply is cut off To switch on the automatic climate control set any desired air flow rate Switching cooling function on off When the cooling function is on the air is cooled...

Страница 69: ...essary increase the air flow rate The recirculated air mode should not be used over an extended period of time otherwise the air quality inside the car will deteriorate contin uously Rear window defroster The defroster switches off automati cally after a certain time Ventilation 1 Knurled wheels to set any vent position from fully open to closed 2 Slide for adjusting air flow direction Ventilation...

Страница 70: ... a CD or MP3 player and play it over the vehi cle loudspeakers Volume and tone are set on the car radio refer to the Owner s Manual for Radio Onboard Computer Connecting the device 1 Power supply for your auxiliary device 2 Connection for audio playback Audio jack 3 5 mm For playback on the vehicle loudspeakers con nect the device s headphone or line out con nection to jack 2 Storage compartments ...

Страница 71: ...e event of an accident Do not press unsuitable containers into the beverage holder with force as this may result in damage A beverage holder is located on either side beneath the air outlets 1 Press the trim piece beneath the air outlets see arrow 1 2 Place the beverage into the holder 3 Adjust the holder to fit the size of the bever age container see arrow 2 Ashtray To empty 1 Open cover 2 Pull o...

Страница 72: ...tion Insert the wind deflector in its proper orienta tion into the guides 1 provided on the rollover bars Refer to the labeling on the wind deflector to determine its proper orientation The wind deflector must engage firmly otherwise it could become detached at higher vehicle speeds The wind deflector panels 2 in the rollover bars cannot be removed Removal Slide both locks inward and remove the wi...

Страница 73: ...ce up to approx 200 watts at 12 volts Do not damage the socket by inserting plugs of a different shape or size Cigarette lighter socket Pull the cigarette lighter out of the socket Mobile phone preparation package Hands free microphone In vehicles with a telephone preparation pack age the cover for the hands free microphone is located on the trim of the steering column For further information on t...

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Страница 75: ...Driving tips This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Driving tips Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 76: ...riod After replacing components The same break in procedures should be observed if any of the components mentioned above have to be renewed in the course of the vehicle s operating life Driving notes Close the luggage compartment lid tailgate Operate the vehicle only when the lug gage compartment lid tailgate is closed Otherwise exhaust fumes could enter the inte rior of the vehicle Should it be a...

Страница 77: ... still avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of steering effort Pulsation at the brake pedal combines with sounds from the hydraulic circuits to indicate to the driver that ABS is in its active mode Wet roads When roads are wet or there is heavy rain briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal every few miles Watch traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endanger other road...

Страница 78: ...Otherwise overheating and inner damage to the tires may result The ulti mate result can assume the form of a sudden air loss Determining the maximum load 1 Locate the following statement on your vehicle s placard The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or YYY lbs Otherwise overloading can result in damage to the vehicle and unstable driving conditions 2 Determine the ...

Страница 79: ...place you in viola tion of traffic safety laws Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car since they could be thrown around for example as a result of heavy braking sudden swerves etc and endanger the occu pants Roadster convertible top compartment The cargo bay can be enlarged when the convertible top is closed refer to page 23 It is recommended that you always fold the con ...

Страница 80: ...ions 78 For instructions on how to install the hardtop please read the accompanying assembly information The hardtop is available from your BMW center as an optional extra Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 81: ...Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility 79 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 82: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 83: ...intain your car s mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants wheels and tires service maintenance and breakdown assistance Mobility Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 84: ...e or missing Close the gas cap properly Manually releasing the fuel filler door In the event of a malfunction you can unlock the fuel filler door manually 1 Remove the cover for the right hand rear lamps in the cargo bay by turning the lock see arrow 2 Pull the cargo bay trim panel slightly toward the interior The green button with the fuel pump symbol becomes visible 3 Undo the adhesive strip and...

Страница 85: ...fe Do not fill the tank with gasoline below the specified minimum grade otherwise engine damage could result Use high quality brands Field experience has indicated significant dif ferences in fuel quality volatility composition additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels contain ing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by...

Страница 86: ...ures only when the tires are cold This means after a maximum of 1 25 miles 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours Warm tires have higher inflation pressures Inflation pressure specifications The specified inflation pressures for your stan dard tires are provided on the placard on the B pillar and are visible when the driver s door is open After the tire inflation pre...

Страница 87: ...20 35 240 Front 225 40 R 18 88 W Rear 255 35 R 18 90 W 32 220 35 240 You will find more information about permissible loads and weights on page 113 Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires cold ambient temperature 225 45 R 17 91 W 225 45 R 17 91 H V M S 33 230 38 260 Front 225 45 R 17 91W Rear 255 40 R 17 ...

Страница 88: ...Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C Tire size Pressure specifications in psi kPa All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi kilopascal with cold tires cold ambient temperature ...

Страница 89: ...erial of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi cle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for t...

Страница 90: ...tual wear of the tires The date on which the tire was manufactured is indicated by the code on the sidewall DOT 5005 indicates that the tire was manu factured in week 50 of the year 2005 Run Flat Tires The symbol identifying Run Flat Tires is a circle with the letters RSC on the sidewall Run Flat Tires comprise a conditionally self supporting tire and a special rim The reinforce ment in the sidewa...

Страница 91: ...used these tires meet the high est standards in terms of safety and handling characteristics Run Flat Tires When mounting new tires or changing over from summer to winter tires and vice versa mount Run Flat Tires for your own safety In the event of a flat moreover no spare wheel is available Your BMW BMW center will be glad to provide you with more information For safety reasons BMW recommends tha...

Страница 92: ...s when mounting snow chains Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph 50 km h when using snow chains You are not permitted to mount snow chains to tires of the following sizes 255 40 R 17 255 35 R 18 Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor if snow chains are mounted as this may cause the instrument to issue an incorrect read ing When driving with snow chains you may find it helpful to activate DTC temporari...

Страница 93: ...t carried out properly there is a danger of subsequent damage and related safety haz ards Hood To release Pull the lever located under the left hand side of the instrument panel To open Press the release handle and open the hood To close Close the hood from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear otherwise...

Страница 94: ...top the vehicle immediately and switch off the engine Check the engine oil level and top up if necessary If the oil level is correct please contact your nearest BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained per sonnel Do not continue driving otherwise the engine could sustain serious damage from inadequate lubrication Engine oil level The warni...

Страница 95: ...ndstill on a level surface and the engine is running You can have the oil level reading displayed in the instrument cluster Press button 1 The oil level is checked and dis played for approx 15 seconds To exit the display sooner press button 1 again Possible displays 1 Oil level OK 2 Oil level is being checked This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at a standstill on a level surface or about 5...

Страница 96: ...proved syn thetic oils You can also call BMW of North America at 1 800 831 1117 or visit the website www bmwusa com to obtain this information Do not use any oil additives as they could cause engine damage under some cir cumstances Viscosity classes Viscosity is a measure of an oil s flow rating and is categorized in SAE classes Selecting the appropriate SAE class depends on the regional climatic ...

Страница 97: ... overfill 5 Twist the cap back on and tighten it firmly 6 Have the cause for the coolant loss removed as soon as possible Brake system Malfunction Brake fluid The warning lamp lights up although the parking brake is not engaged The brake fluid level in the reservoir is too low At the same time you may notice that brake pedal travel is longer Have the system checked as soon as possible If you conti...

Страница 98: ...hould nevertheless have the oil changed at least every 2 years since engine oil deteriorates over time regardless of use Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information on ...

Страница 99: ...ng lamp The warning lamp lights up if the gas cap is not properly tightened and the OBD system can assume that fuel vapor is escaping If the gas cap is then tight ened the warning lamp should go out within a few days Event Data Recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or sev eral measuring or diagnostic modules or a device for recording or sending certain vehicle data or information In addi...

Страница 100: ...bulb by its metallic base A replacement bulb set is available from your BMW center When working on electrical systems always begin by switching off the corre sponding consumers otherwise short circuits could result To avoid possible injury or equip ment damage when replacing bulbs be sure to observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer For care and maintenance of the headlamps please...

Страница 101: ... parking lamps In the event of a malfunction please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel Halogen lamps For checking and adjusting headlamp aim please contact your BMW center Access through the wheel well 1 Turn the wheel outwards 2 Open the flap in the wheel well To do so turn the fastener counterclockwise using...

Страница 102: ...urn signal indicators 21 watt bulb H21 1 Insert a Phillips head screwdriver from the onboard tool kit into the appropriate open ing arrows 1 2 Turn the Phillips head screwdriver to the left arrows 2 3 Use the Phillips head screwdriver to take the bulb socket out 4 Remove and replace the bulb 5 Insert bulb socket Side turn signal indicators 5 watt bulb WY5W 1 Turn the lamp to the left and remove 2 ...

Страница 103: ...D technology for operation In the event of a malfunction please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel License plate lamps 5 watt bulb W5W 1 Push out the lamp with a screwdriver and remove it 2 Change the bulb and reinsert the lamp Changing a wheel Run Flat Tires Your BMW is equipped with Run Flat Tires as standar...

Страница 104: ...ched off Connections refer to Jump starting on page 104 Battery disposal After changing a battery have the used battery disposed of by your BMW center or bring it to a recycling point Maintain the bat tery in an upright position for transport and stor age Secure the battery against tilting when transporting Power loss After a temporary power loss the functioning of some equipment may be limited an...

Страница 105: ...r vehi cle and the current location of the vehicle can be determined this location is transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center If the LED is flashing but you cannot hear the emergency response center you may still be heard by the emergency response center If certain requirements are met an emergency call is automatically initiated immediately after a serious accident This Automatic Collision ...

Страница 106: ...ps Do not touch any electrically live parts when the engine is running or a fatal acci dent may occur Contact with these compo nents can cause fatal injury Carefully observe the following instructions to avoid personal injury and or damage to one or both vehicles Preparations 1 Check whether the battery of the support vehicle has 12 volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah This informati...

Страница 107: ...rt the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to run for a few minutes at slightly increased idle speed 2 Start the engine of the other vehicle as usual If the first start attempt is not successful wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge 3 Let the engines run for a few minutes 4 Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the above connecting ...

Страница 108: ... which you are driving With a tow bar The towing vehicle must not be lighter than the towed vehicle otherwise it may be impossible to maintain control The towing eyelets of both vehicles should be on the same side Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting the tow bar at an angle please observe the following Clearance and maneuvering capability will be sharply limited during cornering The tow ba...

Страница 109: ...ocal regulations 2 Turn the key to position 2 3 Shift into 3rd gear 4 Have the vehicle tow started with the clutch depressed and slowly release the clutch After the engine starts immediately depress the clutch again 5 Stop at a suitable location remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn ing flashers 6 Have the vehicle checked Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 110: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 111: ...his chapter will help you find the desired information as quickly as possible It contains the Technical data section as well as the manual s index Reference Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 112: ... Displacement cu in cmµ 182 8 2 996 182 8 2 996 Number of cylinders 6 6 Maximum power output hp 215 255 at engine speed rpm 6 250 6 600 Maximum torque ft lbs Nm 185 251 220 300 at engine speed rpm 2 750 2 750 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 113: ...ce At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility 111 Roadster dimensions All measurements in inches millimeters Smallest turning circle dia 32 ft 2 in 9 8 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 114: ...Technical data 112 Coupe dimensions All measurements in inches millimeters Smallest turning circle dia 32 ft 2 in 9 8 m Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 115: ...y cu ft liters 8 5 240 8 5 240 With convertible top compartment folded up cu ft liters 9 2 260 9 2 260 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the approved gross vehicle weight Coupe Z4 3 0si Curb weight Manual transmission lbs kg 3 108 1 410 Automatic transmission lbs kg 3 156 1 430 Approved gross vehicle weight Manual transmission lbs kg 3 726 1 690 Automatic transmission lbs kg 3 770 1 7...

Страница 116: ...l liters approx 2 1 8 Window washer system For details page 46 including headlamp washers US quarts liters approx 5 3 5 0 Cooling system including heating circuit For details page 94 Manual transmission US quarts liters 8 0 7 6 Automatic transmission US quarts liters 8 9 8 4 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 117: ...Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Mobility 115 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 118: ...Ambient air refer to Recirculated air mode 63 67 Ambient temperature display 48 Antenna refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Antifreeze 46 94 coolant 94 washer fluids 46 Antilock Brake System ABS 51 indicator warning lamp 12 indicator lamp 13 Anti theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 23 Anti theft protection 19 23 Approved engine oils 94 Artificial leather refer to the Caring for your...

Страница 119: ...eakdown service refer to Roadside Assistance 103 Breaking in the clutch 74 Breaking in the differential refer to Engine and differential 74 Break in procedures 74 Bridging refer to Jump starting 104 Bulb changing refer to Lamps and bulbs 98 Bulb replacement refer to Lamps and bulbs 98 Buttons on the steering wheel 11 C California Proposition 65 warning 5 Can holders refer to Beverage holders 69 Ca...

Страница 120: ...e control 66 Configuring settings refer to Vehicle Memory Key Memory 18 Connecting vacuum cleaner refer to Connecting electrical appliances 71 Consumption refer to Average fuel consumption 50 Consumption display refer to Fuel gauge 48 Controls refer to Cockpit 10 Convenience operation convertible top 20 from outside 20 windows 20 Convertible top 25 27 care refer to the Caring for your vehicle broc...

Страница 121: ...warning lamp 13 52 Dynamic Brake Control DBC 51 indicator warning lamp 13 Dynamic Driving Control 44 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 51 indicator warning lamp 51 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 51 indicator warning lamp 52 E EBV Electronic brake force distribution 51 Electric seat adjustment 31 Electrical malfunction automatic transmission with Steptronic 43 convertible top 28 door lock 20 fuel filler ...

Страница 122: ...icator lamp 13 Footbrake refer to Braking safely 75 For your own safety 5 Front airbags 56 FTM refer to Flat Tire Monitor 53 Fuel average consumption 50 capacity refer to Capacities 114 display 48 quality 83 refer to Average fuel consumption 50 refer to Fuel specifications 83 tank capacity 83 Fuel display refer to Fuel gauge 48 Fuel filler door refer to Gas cap 82 Fuel level refer to Fuel tank cap...

Страница 123: ...Tire Pressure Monitor 55 Indicator and warning lamps overview 12 Individual vehicle equipment refer to Your individual vehicle 5 Inflation pressure refer to Tire inflation pressure 84 Inflation pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 53 Tire Pressure Monitor 54 Initializing after power supply interruption 102 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 53 windows 25 Inspection 49 Instrument cluster 12 Instrument...

Страница 124: ...l filler door 82 luggage compartment lid 22 power convertible top 28 tailgate 22 transmission lock automatic transmission 42 Manual transmission 42 Manufacturer 5 Master keys with remote control 18 Maximum cooling 66 Maximum speed with winter tires 89 Measurements refer to Dimensions 111 112 Mechanical seat 31 Memory Seat memory 32 Vehicle Memory Key Memory 18 Microfilter air conditioning 64 autom...

Страница 125: ... refer to Engine data 110 Power steering electric 56 Power windows initializing 25 Pressure tires 84 Pressure monitoring tires refer to Flat Tire Monitor 53 Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 54 Protective function refer to Pinch protection system 25 R Radio refer to the separate Owner s Manual Radio navigation refer to the separate Owner s Manual Radio remote control key refer to Master keys with remote c...

Страница 126: ...vice refer to Roadside Assistance 103 Service refer to Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 96 Service and warranty 6 Service interval display 49 96 Sheet ice refer to Outside temperature warning 48 Shifting gears automatic transmission with Steptronic 42 manual transmission 42 Shiftlock refer to Range selection 42 Shift padd...

Страница 127: ...oolant refer to Coolant thermometer 49 engine 49 Temperature display outside temperature 48 outside temperature warning 48 setting unit of measure 50 Tempomat refer to Cruise control 46 Third brake lamp refer to Center high mount brake lamp 101 Three point safety belt refer to Safety belts 33 Tilt alarm sensor 24 Tilt function passenger side mirror 34 Tire flat 53 55 Flat Tire Monitor 53 indicator...

Страница 128: ...al 102 V Vehicle battery 102 break in period 74 care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure cargo loading 76 car wash refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure dimensions refer to Dimensions 111 112 engine 41 leaving the vehicle 41 parked 76 placing in storage refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure weight 113 Vehicle Memory 18 Ventilation 63 67 air conditioning 63 automatic clima...

Страница 129: ... 98 refer to Washer wiper system 45 Winter tires 89 changing 101 condition 87 Run Flat Tires 89 storage 89 Wiper blades care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure changing 98 Wood decoration refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Work in the engine compartment 91 Wrench screwdriver refer to Onboard tool kit 98 X Xenon lamps replacing bulbs 99 Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 3...

Страница 130: ...Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 320 02 07 BMW AG ...

Страница 131: ...cifications Fuel Engine oil Do not add engine oil until the corresponding warning lamp comes on in the instrument clus ter or the oil lever monitor shows 1 0 refer to page 93 Tire inflation pressures Specifications Please enter your preferred fuel here Preferred oil grade Summer tires Front Rear Winter tires Front Rear Up to 2 persons 2 persons plus luggage Online Edition for Part no 01 41 0 013 3...

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