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Page 3 This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 4 Order Number 01 41 0 157 670 US English VIII/2003, 6 126 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Navigation Starting the navigation system Destination entry Destination guidance What to do if … Entertainment On/off, tone Radio CD Compact Disc CD changer DVD changer Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 6: Using This Owner's Manual
Symbols on vehicle components Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Man- ual for information on a particular part or assembly. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 7: The Individual Vehicle
Should your BMW be equipped with fea- tures or accessories not described in this Owner's Manual, please consult the enclosed supplementary Owner's Man- ual(s). Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 9: Reporting Safety Defects
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other informa- tion about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 11: At A Glance
The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 12: Cockpit
Parking lamps and low beams Rear window safety switch Instrument lighting Electric power windows Turn signal indicators Exterior mirrors Parking brake High beams, headlamp flasher Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 13 16 Horn: the entire surface Steering wheel heater Steering wheel adjustment Unlocking luggage compartment Programmable cruise control 20 Fog lamps Front fog lamps 21 Releasing the engine hood Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 14: Info Display
Automatic transmission program For information on how you should respond display when this happens, please refer to the pages indicated. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 15 8 of the Info Display as nec- essary, accompanied by supplementary text, refer to Check Control, page 82. Indicator lamp for Canadian models Airbags Turn signal indicators Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 17 22 Automatic air distribution and supply, right side of passenger compartment 23 Station/track search and CD, DVD 24 Central locking system 25 Controller 26 Control Center buttons Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 18 Press briefly: next stored station Extended pressure: automatic tuning > Press briefly: skipping tracks Extended pressure: fast forward/ reverse > Selecting program > Searching for chapter. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 19: Control Center
Switching over between wavebands occupants and to other road users: never FM and AM, also refer to page attempt to use the controls or make adjust- Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 20: Control Display
"Clock". deactivated at your BMW center.< Select the desired setting for adjustment from the menu item, here: "Time" and con- firm. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 21: Symbols And Lists
To select the second page of the menu refer to page To return to the first page of the menu. To change the language of the dis- play texts, refer to page Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 22 To select settings for vehicle func- tions To set the brightness of the screen, refer to page 89. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 23: Menus In Control Display
> Limit > Settings Stopwatch > Vehicle functions 52, 63, > Service required > Time and date > Accessing Check Control > Language > messages Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 24: Assistance Window
The route for vehicles with a navigation > system, refer to page 131. Help texts in assistance window You can call up and also cancel displays containing help texts and supplementary Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 25: Top And Bottom Status Lines
Swing folding arm downward. Status Service Interval Display Red: at least one service interval > has been exceeded Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 27: Voice Command
{DVD}, refer to page 165. > the same function. Instead of {Options}, you can, for example, also say What now}. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 28 The system automatically selects your individual volume setting each time you unlock the vehicle using your per- sonal remote control.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 29: The Notebook
{Repeat}. voices of other vehicle occupants prop- erly. Deleting notes {Edit} {Delete}. Clearing the notebook To delete all contents from the notebook: {Notepad} {Delete}. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 30: Short Commands
{Route guidance on} To call up information on the current position {Information} or destination To request addresses {Address book} To open the map view {Map} Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 31 To make a new entry in the phone book {Save name} To have the entries of the telephone book {Read out telephone book} read out Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 33: Controls
Its extensive array of features and accessories, both for driving and for your own safety, comfort and convenience, are described here. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 34: Opening And Closing
Using the spare key adapter Press lock button 1, slide up the cover and insert the spare key 2 in the adapter. Close Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 35: Central Locking System
BMW center, which is vate the anti-theft system, arm/disarm the also your source for replacement keys.< alarm system and switch the interior lamps on/off. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 36 Only the door of the door handle you have pulled is opened. Maintain pressure on button 3 You unlock the other doors from the inside approx. 1 second. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 37 Remove the cover of the battery com- partment, refer to arrow 2 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 38 When the low beams are switched on, the interior door handles are also Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 39: Luggage Compartment Lid
Luggage compartment lid Securing separately Opening from outside The switch position will vary according to the individual vehicle's equipment level. Press button. The luggage compartment lid opens. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 40 A recess has been incorporated into the partment lid pivots upward and to the inside trim on the luggage compartment lid to make it easier to pull down. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 41: Luggage Compartment
During opening the luggage compartment To movement in the vehicle interior: > lid pivots upward and to the rear. Ensure interior motion sensor Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 42: Alarm System
Lock, i.e. arm twice; press button 2 on the remote control twice in succession, refer to page 34. The indicator lamp lights up briefly and Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 43 Briefly press the switch again obstructions encountered in this critical to stop the opening movement. range.< You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 44 Press the switch again in any direction to When leaving the vehicle, always disen- stop the roof. gage the remote control in the ignition lock Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 45 Should this occur, please have the roof reinitialized at your BMW center. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 46: Adjustments
Note before adjusting mation on airbags, refer to page 97. Never attempt to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with unexpected move- Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 47 You can use the control knob to adjust also available with the sports seat: various functions after first selecting them with the buttons. Thigh support: Height of the head restraint: Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 48 You can use the control knob to adjust various functions after first selecting them with the buttons. Forward/backward: Tilt angle: Backrest: This button is normally active Lumbar support, see above Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 49: Head Restraints
Rear seats Adjusting manually Swivel the head restraint. With the comfort seat, adjust the dis- tance to the back of the head via the shoulder support.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 51: Safety Belts
Depending on the model, a signal sounds simultaneously or a message appears in The system regulates the temperatures of the Check Control. the seat cushion and backrest. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 52: Active Seat Ventilation
Select "Left" or "Right" and confirm Turn to adjust temperature distribution The operating concept is the same as for Press to confirm your entry. the front seat ventilation. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 53: Active Seat
Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mirror, either.< mirror and steering wheel memory on page 53. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 54: Steering Wheel Adjustment
In this mode the supply of outside air to the standard position or stored memory remains blocked, refer to AUC Auto- setting. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 55 Set desired sitting position; for driver's damaged by a rearward movement of the seat as well as the exterior mirror and seat.< steering wheel position Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 56 When your vehicle is unlocked with the edgment signals to confirm arming/ remote control, the vehicle recognizes the disarming individual user by means of a data Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 57 Activate/deacti- vate function Check Control: set languages and units > Seat heating: recall personal tempera- > ture distribution. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 58: Transporting Children Safely
Improperly or inadequately installed restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 59 LATCH child-restraint fixing, refer to page 46. If you use a child-restraint system with a tether strap, three additional tether anchor- age points have been provided, refer to the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 60 The relevant door can now be opened from Engage the center safety belt into the the outside only. belt buckle Pull the belt away from the area of the child-restraint fixing Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 61 This switch also disables the power rear seat adjustment. Incorrect or unsupervised adjustment of the electric power seats in the rear could lead to injuries or damage to the child-restraint system.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 62: Driving
This procedure will also switch off the ignition if it is on. Switch off the engine before removing the remote control unit from the igni- tion lock. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 63: Starting The Engine
Do not allow the engine to warm up by This function is useful in automatic car leaving it running while the vehicle remains washes, etc. Position P is engaged automatically after Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 64: Parking Brake
– this is normal. The indicator lamp appears in red in the Info Display. A gong sounds at the same Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 65 Parking with Automatic Hold The parking brake engages automatically when you stop the vehicle and switch off the engine. The indicator lamp changes from green to red. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 66 Automatic Hold is automatically deactivated whenever the system detects any tendency for the wheels to spin in response to slippery road surfaces. Note Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 67 2, continu- > status and the brake setting is initial- ing until you hear the mechanism snap into place and feel resistance; maintain Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 68: Automatic Transmission With Steptronic
N; the shift command will not be exe- cuted unless the brake is applied: shiftlock. To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a range, maintain pressure on Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 69 Info Display, refer to ignition lock after the ignition is switched off. This function is useful in automatic car Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 70 Some types of malfunction will make it impossible to engage all gears. The engine may respond with reduced out- put when accelerating from a standing start. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 71 It then returns to the center position when released. Press the lever as far as the resistance point to switch off the turn signal indicators. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 72: Wiper System
The system automatically reverts to opera- tion in the standard wipe mode whenever Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level the vehicle is stationary. Turn the serrated dial 5. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 73: Washer Fluid
Always observe the instructions face, that do not permit a constant speed.< for use provided on the containers.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 74 With the cruise control active, briefly press can increase or reduce the speed by the lever up or down. 5 mph/10 km/h with the multilevel preset Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 75: Active Cruise Control
Switch on the ignition. tension, while increasing your enjoyment of driving. Please use it safely and respon- sibly. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 76 77.< Automatic intervention by ABS or DSC, or you actuate the parking brake while driving. The active cruise control now only intervenes by braking. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 77 In addition, the system is deactivated auto- matically: When you apply pressure to the brake > From approx. 20 mph/30 km/h you can pedal activate the system by pressing the lever Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 78 1 mph/1 km/h each time appropriate following distance given button 4 is pressed briefly. road conditions, traffic, applicable laws and driving recommendations for safe fol- lowing distance.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 79 Be espe- DSC. After any deactivation, the system cially alert when encountering any of these will no longer automatically activate the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 80 If your vehi- cle decelerates in either case, you can Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 81 Check Control and an acoustic signal is emitted, refer to page 82. Also observe the additional information provided in the Control Center. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 82: Everything Under Control
Regardless of the current display mode, you can view the odometer reading for a short period by pressing the knob at the upper left of the Info Display. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 83: Service Interval Display
"Car data" menu. Select and confirm The display disappears when the symbol is confirmed. Select "Service" and confirm Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 84: Check Control
Press to store and move to the next > entry – here year. Reports are assigned one of two priority The system applies the date of the last ratings: entry stored. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 85 Service Interval The stored status reports appear in the Display, refer to page 23.< display. Select the desired report and confirm. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 86 Check Control status report is You can use the buttons in the turn signal currently on the screen. indicator lever to request a display from the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 87 You have two possibilities to display infor- mation of the computer: Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 88 Reset all data to zero: Select "START / RESET" and confirm. Time of departure > Select "Limit" and confirm Driving time > Select "SET" and confirm Elapsed distance > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 89 You can select any of the following com- Trip computer > puter functions for display in the assistance Speed limit > window: Stopwatch. > Computer > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 90 Switching on the memo mode You will hear four tones just before each full hour. Select "Memo" and confirm. "Memo" is > highlighted when this function is acti- vated. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 91 With unfavorable conditions, e.g. bright environment, the brightness control of the screen might not be immedi- ately recognizable.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 92: Technology For Comfort, Convenience And Safety
Control Display. Switch the system off and have the cause of the malfunction corrected by your BMW center. Press the button, the indicator lamp lights Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 94 DTC is active up to 45 mph/70 km/h. counteracts this tendency with a combina- tion of graduated reductions in engine torque and selective braking intervention at individual wheels. DSC provides optimized Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 95 Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the brake applica- tion. When the brake pedal is released, the DBC is deactivated. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 96: Dynamic Drive
The suspension will be noticeably softer and the vehicle will display a greater ten- Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 97: Flat Tire Monitor
False alarms and undetected loss of > Select and confirm to exit from the pressure may occur when you are driv- menu. ing with snow chains fitted. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 98: Brake Force Display
The tail lamps also light up with the same intensity as the standard brake lamp units to enhance the warning effect of the brake lamps. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 99 If you are uncertain of on the sun visors. their status, or wish to have the airbags activated or deactivated, please contact your BMW center.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 100 The indicator lamp fails to come on as > of ignition radio position The indicator lamp remains on > continuously Indicator lamp lights up while the > vehicle is being driven. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 101: Lamps
If you wish, you can leave the light switch in the light from the headlamp follows the the low-beam position. course of the road. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 102: Front Fog Lamps
High beams/standing lamps Interior lamps High beams: blue indicator lamp Headlamp flasher: blue indicator lamp Standing lamps The interior lamps operate automatically. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 103 Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Do not remove the covers, and never stare into the unfiltered light for sev- eral hours, as irritation of the iris could result.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 104: Congenial Climate
You can find more information on adjusting for draft-free ventilation on page Air to footwell Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 105 108, are available only when basis for adjusting the interior climate to the engine is running.< adapt to external influences: summer, win- ter. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 106 The air conditioner comes on automatically tion in the recirculated-air mode, you when you select the AUTO program. should switch it off while also increasing air supply as required.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 107 Set the vent outlets so that the air flows Turn towards blue: colder past you and is not directed straight at you. Turn towards red: warmer. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 108 107. Select the second page of the "Climate" menu. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 109 Air to the upper body. You requirements. can also adjust individually the air temperature of the vent outlets for the upper body, see below. Air to footwell. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 110 The air conditioner is switched Adjusting cooling off. Maximum cooling Press the button again to switch back on. Adjusting air supply manually Switching off rear air conditioner Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 111: Independent Ventilation
Control Center. You can set two different times for the system to start. The independent ventilation blows air into the passenger compartment to lower inte- rior temperatures. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 112 The independent ventilation is only available for activation within the sub- sequent 24 hours. After this, the time will have to be reconfirmed.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 113: Practical Interior Accessories
The corresponding memory button 1 is www.homelink.com. now programmed with the signal of the HomeLink is a registered trademark owned original hand-held transmitter. by Johnson Controls, Inc.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 114: Roller Sun Blinds
1 on the integrated universal Quarter window blind remote control three times. Side window blind Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 115 Select "Rear refr. box" a second time and As of radio position, press the button, confirm to switch the unit off. arrow 1; the indicator lamp in the button comes on. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 116: Glove Compartment
A storage compartment is located in the Depending on the automatic climate armrest between the front seats. control setting, the temperature Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 117: Storage Compartments
Slide back the cover by the recess. To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash and gently press the tip into the funnel. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 118: Power Socket
Cigarette lighter, rear With the ignition switched off, the power supply to all electrical sockets is cut off after approx. one hour.< Refer to Cigarette lighter, front. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 119: Ski Bag
Take care to 6.9 ft/2.10 m in length are loaded the ski avoid damage from sharp edges. bag will tend to contract, reducing its over- all capacity. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 120 Press the handle and slide to the left Fold up the ski bag and place it in the compartment Engage the cover as shown Close the cover. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 123: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 124: Things To Remember When Driving
When driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge of water can form between tires and road surface. This phenomenon is referred Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 125: Brake System
Check Control, be available when you need it. accompanied by a text. Please take careful note of the additional information on the Control Display. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 126: Cargo Loading
Determine the combined weight of the driver and passenger that will be riding in your vehicle Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 127 Never exceed either the approved gross ance is maintained for raising the glass vehicle weight or either of the approved roof, and that objects do not project into Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 128 This area is clearly visible from inside the vehicle. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 131: Navigation
Navigation This section contains various examples that illustrate how the navigation system provides you with reliable guidance to your destination. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 132: Starting The Navigation System
Navigation CDs contain road maps cover- ing one or more countries or regions. Roadmaps of Europe are stored on the navigation DVD. To change the navigation CD/DVD: Press the button Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 133 Control Display When you enter "NO" the Control Dis- > play returns to the destination entry mode. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 134: Destination Entry
"DELETE" deletes the entered address. > The following features must be borne in mind for destination entry: Select "New dest." and confirm. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 135: Destination Entry
Delete last letter Select the name shown in the lower half Select name of locality from the direc- of the Control Display and confirm. tory and confirm. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 136 "ROUTE GUID." is used to select the > switched off.< entered address as destination and to start destination guidance Turn the controller to adjust the scale Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 137: Selecting Destination In Information
CD/DVD which contains listings of interest- nearest BMW center, tourist attractions, ing destinations in various categories. a hospital. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 138: Destination List
A list of the stored addresses appears on "ACCEPT" applied into the destination the right side of the Control Display. list Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 139 > Shortest travel distance, determined without including time as a selection criterion "Avoid tolls" > The system avoids tollways whenever possible in selecting the route. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 140: Wordmatch Principle
The system only accepts name entries > beginning with letters that are stored on the navigation CD/DVD. The system will not accept nonexistent names and addresses. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 141: Destination Guidance
"Map facing N" will appear automatically when you enter an area that is not completely covered by your naviga- tion CD/DVD.< {Map} Shows the navigation system map. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 142 This list is based on stretch. the navigation system's suggested travel Select and confirm; the route list route. is closed and a new route is calculated Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 143: Voice Guidance
{Route guidance off}. deactivate the voice guidance system. Press the controller and select the desired symbol during destination guidance: Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 144: Address Book
136. The house number is not stored in the address book of the voice command system.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 145 Select "Location" and confirm. You can request the current position of your BMW or view a display showing your Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 146: What To Do If
Choose an address as close as possible to the original one, using the destination entry map as required Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 149: Entertainment
Entertainment This chapter is intended to assist you in deriving maximum viewing and listening pleasure from radio and TV broadcasts, CDs or DVDs. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 150: On/Off, Tone
The system is configured for operat- ing temperatures of 5 7/ –156 to 1407/+606. Outside this temperature range, malfunctions can occur.< "FM..." and "AM..." > Select waveband Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 151: Volume Adjustment
The system automatically selects your individual tone setting each time you unlock the vehicle using your personal remote control.< Turn the button to the desired volume level. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 152 Select "Balance" or "Fader". Press and turn the controller to make the adjust- ment "Speed Vol." > Raises volume as vehicle speed increases. By pressing and turning the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 153 Resetting the tone settings You can reset all tone settings except "Speed Vol." to the standard default set- tings. Select "RESET" and confirm. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 154: Radio
Select "MANUAL" and confirm. Information display The current waveband selection appears on the Control Display, for instance, in the FM waveband: Memorized Stations > FM Waveband Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 155: Storing And Retrieving A Station
"Memorized Confirm "SCAN" a second time. Stations" and the "Autostore" mode.< This cancels the scan function, and the radio remains on the current station. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 156 Turn and press the controller to select a Select "MEMORIZE" and confirm. For a stored stations. manual search, refer to page 153, "MEMORIZE" is selected automatically Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 157: Weather Band
West Highway, Silver Spring, MD. 20910. You may experience signal drops and muting events related to this new Selecting Weather Band technology.< Select "WB" and confirm Select channels and confirm. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 158 The enabled channels are displayed next to tall buildings, near trees with dense with foliage, near mountains or other possible Select a channel and confirm Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 159 Storing a channel {Radio} {Station 1 ..12}. Select "SAT..." and confirm Select the desired channel Select "STORE" and confirm. After confirming, you are in the preset list Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 160: Cd Compact Disc
Press repeatedly, continuing until you reach the desired track. The CD will start play at the track selected. {CD} {Next} or {Back}. {CD} {Track 1 ..30}. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 161 CD is not played at all. High levels of humidity inside the player can condense on the laser's scan lens and prevent it from reading the CD.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 162: Cd Changer
To insert: > Insert the CD in its slot with the label side on top To remove: > Pull out the desired drawer and remove Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 163 The system automatically plays a brief The system will continue play at the sample from each of the tracks on the cur- rent CD. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 164 High levels of humidity inside the player can condense on the laser's scan lens and temporarily prevent it from reading the CD.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 165: Selecting Programs
Storing programs The programs with the strongest reception are automatically stored and continuously adjusted to the respective reception situa- tion. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 166: Selecting Standard
Additional menu items are displayed on the right side. Selecting brightness, color, contrast and tint Select "Brightness", "Color", "Contrast" or "Tint". Press and turn the controller to make the adjustment. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 167: Dvd Changer
Push the door to the right, refer to faults, e.g. drop-outs, can occur.< arrow 1 Press the button, refer to arrow 2. The magazine is ejected and can be removed. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 168: Dvd Control
Wait briefly until all menu items have disappeared, then press controller. Select "DVD" and confirm. After a few seconds, play will resume at the point where the CD stopped earlier. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 169: Selecting A Track
You can change to the next or previ- ous chapter during playback.< Select DVD and confirm. Display DVD control, refer to page Playback begins after a few seconds Select the direction Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 170: Freezing Frame
You can display the subtitles in the lan- Select "Picture" and confirm guage of your choice by turning and pressing the controller Select "ANGLE" and confirm. > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 171 Do not operate the unit if the cover is damaged. Operation without the cover can lead to serious eye injury from invisible laser beams. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 172 Refer to the information on your DVD for possible selections. High levels of humidity inside the player can condense on the laser's scan lens and prevent it from reading the DVD.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 175: Communications
Communications This chapter describes the extensive array of options available for mobile communications with family, friends, business associates and service providers. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 176: Using The Phone In Your Vehicle
Use the ear on the opposite side of the car- compartment-mounted batteries. diac pacemaker to reduce the likelihood of Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 177 The telephone used to set up a connection appears in the upper status line. For information on operating your portable phone, please consult the separate Owner's Manual.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 178 Press briefly: delete the last character entered Press briefly: enters the special Press longer: delete the entire character number Press longer: pause for dialing in the touch tone mode Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 179: Starting An Emergency Call
Misuse of the emergency call system is for- bidden under penalty of law.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 180 Owner's Manual. from the Control Display to enter the lock code: Enter the lock code, e.g. 1234 Press the button Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 181: Getting Started
Control Display Establishing a connection after selecting and confirming the desired entry. Here, the dialed number appears in the upper status line, refer to page 23. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 182 Select an entry from the list that now appears in the display and confirm Establishing a connection. Here, the dialed number appears in the upper status line, refer to page 23. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 183: Missed Calls
23. The connection can also be estab- lished using the button on the steering wheel or the telephone key- pad.< Ends a call. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 184: Bmw Assist
To contact Roadside Assistance, for exam- ple in the event of a breakdown: Select "BMW Assist" and confirm your selection Select "BMW Services" and confirm your selection Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 188: Refueling
Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers can leak, cause an explosion, and lead to fire in the event of a collision.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 189: Fuel Specifications
AKI = Anti-Knock Index. Do not use leaded fuels. The use of leaded fuels will cause permanent damage to the system's oxygen sensor and the catalytic converter.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 190: Wheels And Tires
2 hours. When tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure increases. After correcting the inflation pressure(s), always reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 95. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 191 Front: 245/40 R 20 95 Y 35/240 38/260 Rear: 275/35 R 20 98 Y 38/260 42/290 More details on the permitted load and weights can be found on page 214. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 192: Tire Identification Marks
– includ- peak traction characteristics.< ing the spare – after a maximum of 6 years, Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 193: Tire Condition
At tread depths below e in/3 mm, there is an increased risk of high-speed hydroplan- ing, even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 194 Have this work performed by skilled sible. professionals only. The technicians at your BMW center will be glad to assist you with the required professional knowledge and specialized equipment.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 195: Snow Chains
50 mph/80 km/h. In the case of complete inflation pressure loss, 0 psi/kPa, or obvious tire damage, you can estimate the possible distance for Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 196: Under The Hood
Opening Pull the release handle and open the hood. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 197: Engine Compartment
Park the vehicle on a level surface conditions. Switch the engine off after it has reached normal operating temperature Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 198 Always store these labels on the containers.< agents in tightly-closed original containers kept well away from the reach of children. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 199: Brake Fluid
To have brake fluid added to the system, or to have the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 200: Maintenance
You can find everything you need to know Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter > on this topic by consulting the separate Brake fluid Caring for your vehicle brochure. > Spark plugs > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 201: Rules And Regulations
The cover has the letters OBD on it. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 202: Replacing Components
Use a clean cloth, napkin, etc., or hold the bulb by its metal socket.< You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your BMW center. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 203 To avoid risk of potentially fatal inju- Extract the bulb for replacement. ries: owing to the extremely high volt- ages at which these units operate, service Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 204: Changing Wheels
Turn the bulb holder to the left and the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regu- remove lations. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 205 Secure the vehicle to prevent it from vehicles equipped with a trailer cou- rolling: pling. Place the wheel chock against the rear Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 206 Lower the jack and remove it from beneath the vehicle Tighten the lug bolts in a diagonal pat- tern Check and correct the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 207 Connections, refer to Jump-starting on page 208. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 208 Spare fuses are located on the fuse strip in the glove compartment; plastic tweezers can be found at the fuse holder in the lug- gage compartment. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 209: Giving And Receiving Assistance
Use only compartment, refer to arrow 1 in the illus- jumper cables with fully-insulated clamp tration. The symbol + is embossed on the handles. cover. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 210: Having Vehicle Towed
If required, have the battery inspected and Maximum of 90 miles/150 km. recharged at your BMW center. Never use spray fluids to start the engine.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 211 Never attempt to tow or tie down the vehi- cle using suspension components, as this could lead to damage that might ultimately result in an accident.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 213: Reference
This is where to look to find information on any desired topic as quickly as possible. This chapter includes the section with technical data as well as the manual's index. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 214: Technical Data
330/450 444/600 at engine speed 3,600 3,950 Compression ratio 10.0 11.3 Stroke in/mm 3.26/82.7 3.15/80.0 Bore in/mm 3.6/92.0 3.50/89.0 Fuel-injection system Digital electronic engine-management system Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 215 Dimensions All dimensions specified in in/mm. Lower side view: Li models. Min. turning circle dia.: 39.7 ft/12.1 m; Li models: 41.3 ft/12.6 m. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 216 3,109/1,410 Approved roof load capacity lbs./kg 220/100 Luggage compartment volume cu ft/l 17.7/500 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 217 BMW High Performance 745i, 745Li quarts/liters 8.5/8.0 Synthetic Oil. 760Li quarts/liters 9.0/8.5 Specifications: page Automatic transmission Lifetime fluid, and differential – no fluid change required Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 218: Everything From A To Z
Control Center with Steptronic Alarm system – help texts – manual operation – avoiding unintentional – status lines – sport program alarms "AUTO P" 53, 63 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 219 Service format on the Control Brakes "CD" 148, 158 Display – malfunctions 197 Changing units of measure Breaking in the vehicle on the Control Display Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 220 Destination guidance – interrupting – in the rear – switching off – terminating Controller, refer to Control Destination list Center "Dest. input" 132 "Detour" 141 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 221 DSC Dynamic Stability Engine output Control Engine specifications "DTC" 92 "Entertainm." 24 DTC Dynamic Traction "Entertainment" Control 13, 18, 21, 148 "DVD" 148, 166 Entry/pass tags Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 222 135, 136 Front-to-rear adjustment in Headlamp control, Information on the audio mode automatic navigation system, refer Headlamp flasher to Voice guidance for Headlamp washers navigation Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 223 "Map facing N" 139 "Last dest." 136 "Map facing N." for "Last exit" 141 navigation 140 Latch, refer to LATCH Maximum axle loads child-restraint fixing Maximum roof weight Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 224 Parking aid Nozzles Parking brake – Automatic Hold NTSC during TV mode – manual operation 65 Parking lamps – replacing bulbs 201 OBD connector Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 225 Control Center in rear Rear screen Rear seat heaters Rear seats – adjusting passenger seat from the rear – comfort seat adjustments – head restraint adjustment Rearview mirror Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 226 "Route" 140 Seat ventilation, refer to Shortest distance Active seat ventilation "Shortest route" 137 SECAM during "Short info" 18 TV mode Shoulder support Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 227 Flat Tire Starting the destination sensor 34, 40 Monitor guidance Tire Quality Grading Starting the engine "State inspection" 82 Station, refer to Radio Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 228 Turning circle Ventilation – remote control Turn signal indicators – draft-free – safety switch – replacing bulbs 201, 202 – while parked Vents, refer to Ventilation Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 229 Wiper blade replacement Wiper system "With highway" 137 "With map" for navigation 134, 135 Wordmatch principle for navigation Working in the engine compartment 194 Xenon lamps Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
Page 231 1.65 US quarts/ 1.5 liter. Tire inflation pressures Summer tires Winter tires Front Rear Front Rear Up to 4 persons 5 persons or 4 plus luggage Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 670 - © 08/03 BMW AG...
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