Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW M6 THE BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE. CONVERTIBLE. OWNER'S MANUAL. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 3 We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW M6. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It contains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW M6.
Page 4 © 2012 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/12, 03 12 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Short commands of the voice activation Driving stability control systems system Driving comfort Everything from A to Z Climate control Interior equipment Storage compartments Driving tips BMW M6 technology Things to remember when driving Loading Saving fuel Navigation Navigation system Entertainment Tone Radio CD/multimedia Online Edition for Part no.
Page 6 On right-hand drive vehicles, some controls are arranged differently than shown in the illustra‐ Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is tions. available on the Internet: bmwusa.com. Status of the Owner's Manual Symbols The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a pol‐...
Page 7: Notes
BMW. BMW cannot test every product made Service and warranty by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the We recommend that you read this publication vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine thoroughly.
Page 8: Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian models If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications, this could result in serious damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not cov‐ ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited War‐ ranty. Reporting safety defects For US customers The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
Page 9 Notes Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
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Page 11 At a glance These overviews of buttons, switches and displays are intended to familiarize you with your vehicle. You will also become quickly acquainted with the available control concepts and options. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 12: At A Glance Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 13 Cockpit At a glance Automatic headlamp con‐ Cruise control on/off, interrupt‐ trol 91 ing 110 Daytime running lights 91 Cruise control rocker switch 111 Adaptive light control 92 11 Instrument cluster 77 High-beam Assistant 92 12 Steering wheel buttons, right Instrument lighting 93 Entertainment source Steering column stalk, left Volume Turn signal 74...
Page 14 At a glance Cockpit All around the center console All around the interior rearview mir‐ PDC Park Distance Control 112 ror 15 View 117 Control Display 16 Backup camera 114 Glove compartment 135 Side View 118 vent 128 Hazard warning system 263 Drivelogic 70 Central locking system 37 DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 106 Radio 175 Engine...
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance All around the interior rearview mirror Emergency Request 263 Interior lamps 93 Reading lamps 94 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 97 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 16: Control Display
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment Control Display All standard, country-specific and optional Notes equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the care described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment instructions. is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ▷...
Page 17: Idrive
iDrive At a glance Operating concept Press. Opening the main menu Press the button. Move in four directions. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the main menu. Selecting menu items Menu items shown in white can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu Buttons on controller item is highlighted.
Page 18: Options Menu
At a glance iDrive The current panel is closed and the previous Additional options: move the controller to the panel is displayed. right repeatedly until the "Options" menu is dis‐ played. The previous panel is opened again by pressing the BACK button. In this case, the Options menu current panel is not closed.
Page 19 iDrive At a glance Example: setting the clock Turn the controller to set the hours and press the controller. Setting the clock Turn the controller to set the minutes and press the controller. Press the button. The main menu is displayed.
Page 20 At a glance iDrive Switching the split screen on and off Symbol Meaning Text message was received. Press the button. "Split screen" Check the SIM card. SIM card is blocked. Selecting the display SIM card is missing. Press the button. Enter the PIN.
Page 21 iDrive At a glance Running a function Symbol Function Press the button. Press the controller: delete the letter The function will run immediately. This or number. means, for example, that the number is dialed Press the controller for an extended when a phone number is selected.
Page 22: Voice Activation System
At a glance Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Wait for the signal. Say the command. All standard, country-specific and optional The command is displayed in the instrument equipment that is offered in the model series is cluster. described in this chapter.
Page 23: Voice Activation System
Voice activation system At a glance respective of which menu item is currently se‐ "Speech mode:" lected, e.g., ›Vehicle status‹. Select the setting. List of short commands of the voice activation system, refer to page 277. Help dialog for the voice activation system Calling up help dialog: ›Help‹...
Page 24 At a glance Voice activation system ›Station ...‹ e. g. Classic Radio station ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and convertible top closed to prevent noise interference. ▷ Avoid making other noise in the vehicle while speaking. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 25: The Vehicle
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Vehicle equipment Select components All standard, country-specific and optional Press the button. equipment that is offered in the model series is Turn the controller: open "Vehicle Info". described in this chapter.
Page 26: Integrated Owner's Manual In The Vehicle
At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Opening during operation via iDrive Programmable memory buttons To move directly from the application on the General information Control Display to the options menu: The Owner's Manual can be stored on the pro‐ grammable memory buttons and called up di‐...
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Page 29: Controls
Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information that will give you complete control of your vehicle. All features and accessories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience are described here. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 30: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment In addition, information about service require‐ ments is stored in the remote control, Service All standard, country-specific and optional data in the remote control, refer to page 255. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 31 Opening and closing Controls Starting the engine in case of Insert a battery of the same type with the emergency detection of remote control positive side facing upwards. Press the cover closed. Take the used battery to a recycling cen‐ ter or to your service center.
Page 32: Profile Management
Controls Opening and closing Resetting profiles Transmission takes place via: ▷ The USB interface, refer to page 135, in the The settings of the active profile are reset to glove compartment onto a USB device. their default values. Switch on the ignition. Profile management "Settings"...
Page 33: Central Locking System
Opening and closing Controls Using the guest profile ▷ Automatic climate control: settings. The guest profile can be used to make individual ▷ Steering wheel position. settings without affecting the three Personal ▷ M Drive: configurations. Profiles. ▷ Navigation: map views, route criteria, voice This can be useful for drivers who are using the output on/off.
Page 34: Using The Remote Control
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: from the ▷ Via the button in the trunk lid. outside The following takes place simultaneously when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the remote control: Using the remote control ▷ Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, General information the theft protection is activated/deactivated.
Page 35: Courtesy Lamps
Opening and closing Controls Convenient opening Hold down the remote control button until the closing operation is completed. Press and hold the button on the re‐ mote control. The convertible top, the side windows, and the rear window close. The side windows and the rear window are fully opened.
Page 36 Controls Opening and closing In some vehicle equipment variants, the trunk lid Activating the setting can only be opened using the remote control if "Settings" the vehicle was unlocked first. "Door locks" To avoid locking yourself out of the vehicle, do "Last seat position auto."...
Page 37: Manual Operation
Opening and closing Controls Locking the doors and trunk lid at once ▷ this device must accept any interference re‐ ceived, including interference that may To lock all doors and the trunk lid at once: cause undesired operation. With the doors closed, lock the vehicle using Any unauthorized modifications or changes to the button for the central locking system in these devices could void the user's authority to...
Page 38: Automatic Locking
"Lock if no door is opened" The vehicle locks automatically after a ▷ Press on the top half of the BMW emblem. short period of time if a door is not If the backup camera is activated, push the opened.
Page 39 Opening and closing Controls Closing ▷ Trunk lid secured, arrow 1. ▷ Trunk lid not secured, ar‐ row 2. Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. This secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from the central locking system. When the center armrest is locked with the integrated key, the trunk lid cannot be opened.
Page 40 Unlocking Unlocking the trunk lid separately Press on the top half of the BMW emblem on the trunk lid. This corresponds to pressing the button on the remote control. Do not place the remote control in the...
Page 41: Alarm System
Opening and closing Controls Alarm system In some vehicle equipment variants, the trunk lid can only be opened using the remote control if the vehicle was unlocked first. The concept The vehicle alarm system responds to: Panic mode ▷ Opening of a door, the hood or the trunk lid. Press the button on the remote control ▷...
Page 42: Interior Motion Sensor
Controls Opening and closing Tilt alarm sensor Closing the windows when driving The tilt of the vehicle is monitored. To close the side windows when driving, first close the rear windows or all four windows The alarm system responds in situations such at the same time;...
Page 43 Opening and closing Controls Pinch protection system Convenient operation, refer to page 35, via the remote control. If the closing force exceeds a specific value as a window closes, the closing action is interrupted. Opening/closing together The window reopens slightly. The rear window is not equipped with pinch pro‐...
Page 44: Convertible Top
Controls Opening and closing Convertible top ▷ Do not place any objects on the convertible top, otherwise, they could fall and cause damage or injuries. General information ▷ When the rollover protection system is ex‐ The convertible top can be opened or closed at tended, do not under any circumstances speeds up to approx.
Page 45 Opening and closing Controls ▷ Vehicle system too low. Push or pull switch until the convertible top is completely open or closed and the end of the ▷ Convertible top drive is overheating. procedure is indicated by a corresponding ▷ Movement of the convertible top not al‐...
Page 46 Controls Opening and closing Tools not locked. Operate switch again until the convertible operation is terminated. Tools for manually closing the convertible top are located in the insert of the rear seat backrest Convenient operation from outside under the first aid kit. When equipped with Comfort Access the Remove insert, refer to page 264.
Page 47 Opening and closing Controls convertible top well storage cover in front of wise, it may result in damage to the convertible the rear window. top.◀ Proceed accordingly on the left side. Grasp the convertible top well storage cover When the convertible top is closed man‐ on both sides, swing it up until it reaches its ually, the trunk lid can no longer be opened.
Page 48 Controls Opening and closing hand. With the other hand, grasp the end of With the cover ends placed high, close the the convertible top on the bottom edge. convertible top well storage cover. Keep the convertible top well storage cover open, e.g.
Page 49: Wind Deflector
Opening and closing Controls Wind deflector Insert the convertible top tool with the long end into the adapter from the tool kit. The concept In the rear, raise the inner lining of the convertible top. Place the adapter on the The wind deflector reduces the air movement in red-marked pin of the convertible top mech‐...
Page 50 Controls Opening and closing Install the wind deflector on the vehicle with To release the two lateral retaining pins, pull the the right retaining pin and the two rear ones corresponding handle forward a little and them in the corresponding openings. pull it to the side.
Page 51: Adjusting
Adjusting Controls Adjusting Vehicle equipment At a glance All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ ment or country variant.
Page 52 Controls Adjusting Thigh support Height. Multifunctional seat Seat tilt. Adjust the position using the lever. Sport seat Backrest tilt. Pull the lever at the front of the seat and adjust the thigh support. Lumbar support The curvature of the seat backrest can be ad‐ justed in such a way that it supports the lumbar region of the spine.
Page 53: Active Seat
Adjusting Controls Backrest width Front seat heating Change the width of the backrest using the side wings to adjust the lateral support. To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle, the backrest width temporarily opens fully. Shoulder support Switching on Press the button once for each temper‐...
Page 54 Controls Adjusting Active seat ventilation, front Notes The seat cushion and backrest surfaces are Always make sure that safety belts are being cooled by means of integrated fans. worn by all occupants before driving away. The ventilation rapidly cools the seat, e. g., if the Although airbags enhance safety by providing vehicle interior is overheated or for continuous added protection, they are not a substitute for...
Page 55 ▷ Only attach accessories approved by BMW to the seat or head restraint. Damage to safety belts Otherwise, the protective function of the active In the case of strain caused by accidents or...
Page 56 Controls Adjusting Changing the seat position ▷ Back: press the button and push the head restraint toward the rear. Adjusting the side extensions To change the entry area: ▷ Press and hold the button until the seat has moved to the desired position. Releasing the button stops the motion.
Page 57: Exterior Mirrors
Adjusting Controls trieved for each remote control. The adjustment ▷ Open or close the door or trunk lid. of the lumbar support is not stored. ▷ Press a button on the remote control. ▷ Press the Start/Stop button. Storing Switch on the ignition. Mirrors Set the desired position.
Page 58 Controls Adjusting Adjusting electrically Fold in the mirror in a car wash Before entering an automatic car wash, The setting corresponds to the direction fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or with the in which the button is pressed. button;...
Page 59 Adjusting Controls Steering wheel Switching on/off Press the button. General information ▷ On: the LED lights up. Do not adjust while driving ▷ Off: the LED goes out. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving; otherwise, an unexpected movement could result in an accident.◀...
Page 60: Indicator Lamps
Controls Adjusting Configuring M Drive Notes The preassigned configurations can be individ‐ If M Drive is activated, individual settings can ually adjusted. also be modified outside of M Drive, e. g. using the buttons in the center console. This deacti‐ "Settings"...
Page 61: Transporting Children Safely
Transporting children safely Controls Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment tomatic deactivation of front passenger airbags, refer to page 96. All standard, country-specific and optional Deactivating the front passenger airbags equipment that is offered in the model series is If a child restraint fixing system is used in described in this chapter.
Page 62 Controls Transporting children safely Seat position and height Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and pull it taut against the child restraint fixing Before installing a child restraint fixing system, system. The safety belt is locked. move the front passenger seat as far back as possible and adjust its height to the highest po‐...
Page 63 Transporting children safely Controls Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors are lo‐ cated in the gap between the seat and backrest. Mounting LATCH child restraint fixing systems Mount the child restraint fixing system; refer to the operating instructions of the system. Ensure that both LATCH anchors are prop‐...
Page 64: Driving
Controls Driving Driving Vehicle equipment door is opened if the lights are switched off or the daytime running lights are switched All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Ignition off is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Double-clutch transmission: Press the Start/...
Page 65 Driving Controls Before driving into a car wash ▷ When the ignition is switched off: press ON/ OFF button on the radio. In order for the vehicle to be able to roll into a car ▷ When the engine is running: press the Start/ wash, heed the information regarding Washing Stop button.
Page 66 Controls Driving Safety mode ▷ Brake pedal remains depressed while the vehicle is stopped. After the engine switches off automatically, it ▷ The driver's safety belt is buckled or the will not start again automatically if any one of the driver's door is closed.
Page 67: Automatic Deactivation
Driving Controls Preventing an engine stop using the Double-clutch transmission: transmission brake pedal position P is engaged automatically. The engine stop can be actively prevented Set the parking brake. within one second after the vehicle comes to a Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button. standstill.
Page 68 Controls Driving Set the parking brake and further secure Inadvertent operation of the accelerator the vehicle as required pedal Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐ Make sure that the accelerator pedal is not op‐ erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward erated unintentionally;...
Page 69: Shift Lock
Driving Controls Selector lever, transmission positions S Sequential mode Use the shift paddles or the shift lever to upshift At a glance or downshift without letting off the gas. Automatic Functions: ▷ Upshifting or downshifting is done only if the rpm and vehicle speed are appropriate.
Page 70 Controls Driving Using the shift paddles on the steering pressed while the vehicle is stationary and wheel transmission position R or D is engaged. Displays in the instrument cluster Sequential mode ▷ Engaged gear, arrow 1. ▷ Selected driving program, Drivelogic, refer to page 70, arrow 2.
Page 71 Driving Controls Selecting driving program using rocker Risk of an accident switch in center console Use the settings for DSC in M Drive; oth‐ erwise, driving stability may be impaired, and there is risk of an accident.◀ Display in the instrument cluster Selected driving program corre‐...
Page 72 Controls Driving If necessary, change the starting engine When the maximum speed is exceeded, the speed by 500 rpm via cruise control. supply of fuel is interrupted in order to protect the engine. Speeds in this range must be Release brake. When the selector lever is avoided.
Page 73: Selecting A Channel
Driving Controls System limits Selecting a channel This transmission has an overheating protection Via M Drive mechanism, which protects the clutch from ex‐ treme stress. "Settings" "M Drive 1" or"M Drive 2" ▷ Indicator lamp lights up yellow: transmission too hot. Select the symbol.
Page 74: Headlamp Flasher
Controls Driving Turn signal, high beams, Signaling briefly headlamp flasher Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash. Turn signal High beams, headlamp flasher Using turn signals ▷...
Page 75: Rain Sensor
Driving Controls Activating/deactivating ▷ Normal wiping speed: press up once. The wipers switch to intermittent operation when the vehicle is stationary. ▷ Fast wiping speed: press up twice or press once beyond the resistance point. The wipers switch to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary.
Page 76 Controls Driving Washer fluid The system sprays washer fluid on the wind‐ shield and activates the wipers briefly. General information In addition, the headlamps are cleaned at regular Antifreeze for washer fluid intervals when the vehicle lights are switched Antifreeze is flammable. Therefore, keep it away from sources of ignition.
Page 77: Displays
Displays Controls Displays Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 78 Controls Displays Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster Messages, e.g. Check Control 78 Miles/trip miles 81 Time 81 Selection list, such as for the radio 84 Date 82 System states of driving dynamics 83 Digital tachometer 82 Current fuel consumption 83 Range 82 Energy recovery 83 Computer 85 External temperature 81 Transmission display, Drivelogic 82 Auto Start/Stop function 65...
Page 79 Displays Controls Indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC Dynamic Stability Control Tire Pressure Monitor Flat Tire Monitor The indicator and warning lamps can light up in Safety belts a variety of combinations and colors. Several of the lamps are checked for proper Airbag system functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on.
Page 80: Text Messages
Controls Displays Hiding Check Control messages Symbol Function or system M Drive 2 M Dynamic Mode Text messages Text messages in combination with a symbol in Press the computer button on the turn signal the instrument cluster explain a Check Control lever.
Page 81: Fuel Gauge
Displays Controls Fuel gauge Odometer and trip odometer The vehicle inclination may ▷ Odometer, arrow 1. cause the display to vary. ▷ Trip odometer, arrow 2. Notes on refueling, refer to page 238. Display/reset miles Tachometer Press the knob. Always avoid engine speeds in ▷...
Page 82 Controls Displays Date ▷ Selected driving program, Drivelogic, refer to page 70, The date is displayed in the in‐ arrow 2. strument cluster. Setting the date and date format, Range refer to page 88. After the reserve range is reached: Digital tachometer ▷...
Page 83 Displays Controls Current fuel consumption Driving dynamics systems Displays the current fuel con‐ The system states of the driving sumption. You can check dynamics are displayed in the in‐ whether you are currently driving strument cluster. in an efficient and environmen‐ tally-friendly manner.
Page 84 Controls Displays Automatic Service Request fore a service due date, Automatic Service Re‐ quest, refer to page 230. Data regarding the maintenance status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐ matically transmitted to your service center be‐ Detailed information on service fore a service due date.
Page 85 Displays Controls Activating a list and adjusting the Information at a glance setting Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn sig‐ nal lever calls up the following information on the info display: ▷ Range. ▷ Average fuel consumption. ▷ Average speed. ▷...
Page 86 Controls Displays The average fuel consumption is calculated on "Warning at:" the basis of various distances. Average speed Periods in which the vehicle is parked with the engine manually stopped do not enter into the calculation of the average speed. Resetting average values Press and hold the computer button on the turn signal lever.
Page 87 Displays Controls Settings on the Control "Automatically reset": all values are reset approx. 4 hours after the vehicle comes to a Display standstill. Time Setting the time zone "Settings" "Time/Date" "Time zone" Select the desired time zone. The time zone is stored. Display on the Control Display Setting the time Display the computer or trip computer on the...
Page 88 Controls Displays Date "Language:" Setting the date "Settings" "Time/Date" "Date:" Turn the controller until the desired day is displayed. Press the controller. Make the necessary settings for the month Select the desired language. and year. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ The date is stored.
Page 89 Displays Controls Brightness Setting the brightness To set the brightness of the Control Display: "Settings" "Control display" "Brightness" Turn the controller until the desired bright‐ ness is set. Press the controller. The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use.
Page 90: Lamps
Controls Lamps Lamps Vehicle equipment Parking lamps Switch position : the vehicle lamps light All standard, country-specific and optional up on all sides, e.g., for parking. equipment that is offered in the model series is Do not use the parking lamps for extended pe‐ described in this chapter.
Page 91 Lamps Controls Headlamp courtesy delay feature Daytime running lights The low beams stay lit for a short while after the With the ignition switched on, the daytime run‐ ignition is switched off, if the lamps are switched ning lights light up in position 0, off and the headlamp flasher is switched on.
Page 92: Adaptive Light Control
Controls Lamps Adaptive light control High-beam Assistant The concept The concept Adaptive light control is a variable headlamp When the low beams are switched on, this sys‐ control system that enables dynamic illumina‐ tem automatically switches the high beams on tion of the road surface.
Page 93: Instrument Lighting
Lamps Controls Switching the high beams on and off ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior manually rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ ered with stickers, etc. Camera ▷ High beams on, arrow 1. ▷ High beams off/headlamp flasher, arrow 2. The camera is located near the base of the mir‐...
Page 94 Controls Lamps Interior lamps Reading lamp Switching the interior lamps on and off Press the button. To switch off permanently: press the button for approx. 3 seconds. Switch back on: press button. Reading lamps Press the button. With the interior lamps shut off, the reading lamps cannot be switched on.
Page 95: Safety
Safety Controls Safety Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 96 Controls Safety ▷ Keep at a distance from the airbags. In the case of a malfunction, deactivation and after triggering of the airbags ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the steering wheel rim, holding your hands at Do not touch the individual components imme‐ the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to keep diately after the system has been triggered;...
Page 97: Deactivation System
Safety Controls Indicator lamp for the front passenger The front, knee, and side airbag on the front airbags passenger side are activated or deactivated ac‐ cordingly. Leave feet in the footwell Make sure that the front passenger keeps his or her feet in the footwell; otherwise, the front passenger airbags may not function properly.◀...
Page 98: Rollover Protection System
Controls Safety position of the driver's and front passenger Maintaining movement space seats. Always keep the movement space of the To maintain the accuracy of this function over rollover protection system clear. Otherwise, the long-term, calibrate the front seats when a there may be damage or injuries when the roll‐...
Page 99 Safety Controls In the event of malfunctions, deactivation ▷ For a mounted wheel without TPM electron‐ or after deployment ics. Only have the airbags checked, repaired or dis‐ ▷ When the TPM is disturbed by other sys‐ mantled and the system scrapped by your serv‐ tems or devices with the same radio fre‐...
Page 100: Resetting The System
Controls Safety Wheels, gray The trip can be interrupted at any time. If you drive away again, the process resumes auto‐ The system cannot detect a flat tire. Reasons for matically. this may be: If a flat tire is detected during a reset, all tires are ▷...
Page 101 Safety Controls ▷ A wheel without TPM electronics is fitted: the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will have the service center check it if necessary. flash for approximately one minute and then re‐ main continuously illuminated. This sequence ▷ Malfunction: have the system checked by will continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups your service center.
Page 102: Lane Departure Warning
Controls Safety Indication of a flat tire A natural, even pressure loss in all four tires can‐ not be detected. Therefore, check the tire infla‐ The yellow warning lamp lights up. A tion pressure regularly. Check Control message is displayed. The system could be delayed or malfunction in There is a flat tire or a major loss in tire the following situations:...
Page 103 Safety Controls Switching on/off ▷ When returning to your own lane. ▷ When braking hard. ▷ When using the turn signal. System limits Personal responsibility The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of the course of the road and the traffic situation.
Page 104 Controls Safety Keep windshield clean and clear in the area in ▷ On: the LED lights up. front of the interior rear view mirror. ▷ Off: the LED goes out. The system can issue warnings at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h. Active Blind Spot Detection The state is stored for the remote control cur‐...
Page 105: Brake Force Display
Safety Controls ▷ When a vehicle is approaching at a speed Any unauthorized modifications or changes to much faster than your own. these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. ▷ In heavy fog, rain or snowfall. ▷...
Page 106: Driving Stability Control Systems
Controls Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment After the foot brake is released, the vehicle is held in place for approx. 2 seconds. All standard, country-specific and optional Depending on the vehicle load, the vehicle may equipment that is offered in the model series is roll back slightly.
Page 107 Driving stability control systems Controls M Dynamic Mode MDM ▷ M Dynamic Mode makes it possible to drive on A message appears in the instrument cluster. a dry roadway with high longitudinal and trans‐ This message is confirmed by pressing the but‐ verse acceleration but with limited driving sta‐...
Page 108 Controls Driving stability control systems Activating DSC that optimum traction is always assured in all driving situations. Press the button. The driver is responsible adapting his or her DSC OFF and the DSC OFF indicator lamp driving behavior to the situation. go out.
Page 109 Driving stability control systems Controls Using the button Select the symbol. Select the desired channel. When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐ ately applied. To activate M Drive with the selected settings, press the corresponding button on the steering wheel: ▷...
Page 110: Driving Comfort
Controls Driving comfort Driving comfort Vehicle equipment Controls All standard, country-specific and optional At a glance equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 111: Driving Comfort
Driving comfort Controls Interrupting the system When active, press the button. The system is automatically interrupted if: ▷ The brakes are applied. ▷ The transmission position D is disengaged. ▷ MDM is activated or DSC is deactivated. ▷ DSC is actively controlling stability. Press the rocker switch up or down repeatedly until the desired speed is set.
Page 112 Controls Driving comfort Desired speed System limits ▷ The marking lights up in Check the traffic situation as well green: the system is active. PDC cannot serve as a substitute for the ▷ The marking lights up in or‐ driver's personal judgment of the traffic situa‐ ange: the system has been tion.
Page 113 Driving comfort Controls ▷ In large buildings with right angles and If objects are located both in front of and behind smooth walls, e.g., in underground garages. the vehicle, an alternating continuous signal is sounded. ▷ In heavy exhaust. The intermittent tone is interrupted after approx. ▷...
Page 114 Controls Driving comfort ▷ When using high-pressure washers, do not spray the sensors for long periods and main‐ tain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm. Surround View The concept Surround View includes the following systems: ▷ Forward gear engaged: front area of the ve‐ ▷...
Page 115 Driving comfort Controls Automatic deactivation during forward ▷ Help you to estimate the space required travel when parking and maneuvering on level roads. The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded. ▷ Are dependent on the current steering angle and are continuously adjusted to the steer‐...
Page 116 More than one assistance function can be active at the same time. Showing the parking aid lines The camera lens is located under the BMW em‐ "Parking aid lines" blem of the trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired by dirt.
Page 117: Top View
Driving comfort Controls Top View Switch the system back on if necessary. Switching on/off manually The concept Top View assists you in parking and maneuver‐ ing. The area around the doors and the road area around the vehicle are shown on the Control Display for this purpose.
Page 118: Side View
Controls Driving comfort Cameras The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. Display on the Control Display Switching on the backup camera via iDrive With Top View switched on: "Rear view camera" The backup camera image is displayed. The set‐ ting is stored for the remote control currently in The lenses of the Top View cameras are located use.
Page 119 Driving comfort Controls Switching on/off Contrast With the Side View switched on: "Contrast" Turn the controller until the desired setting is reached and press the controller. Cameras Press the button. Automatic deactivation during forward travel The system switches off when a certain driving distance or speed is exceeded.
Page 120 Controls Driving comfort basis on which the vehicle speed is adjusted; Warm objects that are similar in shape to human otherwise, there is a risk to road safety.◀ beings are detected by the system. People detected by the system are displayed Heat image with a slight yellow hue.
Page 121 Driving comfort Controls Warning area in front of the vehicle located in the central area, the distance to the person is indicated by the size of the symbol. System limits Basic limits System operation is limited in situations such as the following: ▷...
Page 122 Controls Driving comfort Head-up Display Display Adjustments via the iDrive The concept With Night Vision switched on: Activate Night Vision with pedestrian detec‐ tion. Press the controller. Open the desired menu item. ▷ "Brightness" ▷ "Contrast" ▷ "Pedestrian detection" This system projects important information into The settings are stored for the remote control the driver's field of vision, e.g., the speed.
Page 123: Adjusting The Height
Driving comfort Controls Display Selecting displays in the Head-up Display Standard view "Settings" "Head-up display" "Displayed information" Select the desired displays in the Head-up Display. The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use. Setting the brightness The brightness is automatically adjusted to the Lane departure warning ambient light.
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Page 125: Climate Control
Climate control Controls Climate control Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 126: Climate Control
Controls Climate control Climate control functions in detail At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐ trols the program so as to prevent window con‐ Manual air distribution densation as much as possible. Press the button repeatedly to select a Intensity of the AUTO program program: With the AUTO program switched on, automatic...
Page 127: Maximum Cooling
Climate control Controls The air volume can be adjusted when the pro‐ tion sensor. Make sure that air can flow onto the gram is active. windshield. If the windows are fogged over, additionally Continuous recirculated-air mode switch on the cooling function or press the The recirculated-air mode should not be AUTO button to utilize the condensation sensor.
Page 128 Controls Climate control Residual heat Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter The heat stored in the engine is used to heat the The microfilter removes dust and pollen from interior. the incoming air. The activated-charcoal filter removes gaseous Functional requirement pollutants from the outside air that enters the ▷...
Page 129 Climate control Controls Parked-car ventilation The concept The parked-car ventilation ventilates the vehicle interior and lowers its temperature, if necessary. The system can be switched on and off directly or by using two preset switch-on times. It re‐ mains switched on for 30 minutes. Operation can be performed via iDrive.
Page 130: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment patible with the integrated universal remote control. All standard, country-specific and optional If you have any questions, please contact: equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ Your service center. described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, ▷...
Page 131: Interior Equipment
Interior equipment Controls rearview mirror. The required distance de‐ For systems with an alternating-code system, pends on the manual transmitter. the integrated universal remote control and the system also have to be synchronized. Simultaneously press and hold the button of the desired function on the hand-held trans‐...
Page 132 Controls Interior equipment Ashtray/cigarette lighter can then be controlled by the button on the interior rearview mirror. Opening If the LED does not flash faster after at least 60 seconds, change the distance and repeat the step. Several more attempts at different distances may be necessary.
Page 133: Center Armrest
Interior equipment Controls Sockets Center armrest The lighter socket can be used as a socket for electrical equipment while the engine is running or when the ignition is switched on. The total load of all sockets must not exceed 140 watts at 12 volts.
Page 134 Controls Interior equipment Press button in the cargo area, open tail‐ board and attach to the rear wall via mag‐ netic holder. Load the ski bag. If necessary, wrap the sharp edges of the skis. Tighten the retaining strap. Securing the ski bag Secure the ski bag by tightening the re‐...
Page 135: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle equipment Glove compartment All standard, country-specific and optional Opening equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 136 Controls Storage compartments ▷ Do not use force when plugging the con‐ This prevents access to the storage compart‐ nector into the USB interface. ment and to the cargo area. ▷ Do not connect devices such as fans or Connection for an external audio lamps to the USB interface.
Page 137 Storage compartments Controls Center console To open: press on the cover. Storage compartments in the cargo area Small objects can be stowed in the net on the rear cargo area trim. Lashing eyes To secure the cargo, refer to page 146, there are lashing eyes in the cargo area.
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Page 139: Driving Tips
Driving tips This chapter provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating modes. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 140: Bmw M6 Technology
Driving tips BMW M6 technology BMW M6 technology Vehicle equipment For more information about the warmup proce‐ dure: Engine speed, refer to page 81, and engine All standard, country-specific and optional oil temperature, refer to page 81. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 141 Driving on racetracks Requirements Before driving on a racetrack: ▷ Participation in the BMW Driver Training. ▷ Have vehicle checked at a service center. Notes Racetrack operation leads to increased wear. The vehicle is not designed for motorsports competitive use.
Page 142: Things To Remember When Driving
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment Tires Due to technical factors associated with their All standard, country-specific and optional manufacture, tires do not achieve their full trac‐ equipment that is offered in the model series is tion potential until after an initial breaking-in pe‐...
Page 143: Things To Remember When Driving
Things to remember when driving Driving tips Hot exhaust system transmission will be discharged from the vehicle interior.◀ Hot exhaust system High temperatures are generated in the Hydroplaning exhaust system. On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can Do not remove the heat shields installed and form between the tires and road surface.
Page 144 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Objects in the area around the pedals Do not drive in neutral Do not drive in neutral or with the engine No objects in the area around the pedals stopped, as doing so disables engine braking. In Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other addition, steering and brake assist is unavailable objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;...
Page 145: Loading
Loading Driving tips Loading Vehicle equipment hicle and unstable driving situations may result. All standard, country-specific and optional Determine the combined weight of the equipment that is offered in the model series is driver and passengers that will be riding in described in this chapter.
Page 146 Driving tips Loading Stowing cargo Securing cargo Always position and secure the cargo as described above; otherwise, it can endanger the car's occupants if sudden braking or swerving becomes necessary. Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car; otherwise, they could be thrown around as a result of hard braking, sud‐...
Page 147: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Check the tire inflation pressure regularly All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Check and, if necessary, correct the tire inflation described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment pressure at least twice a month and before start‐...
Page 148 On a downhill gradient, take your foot off the ac‐ ice center. celerator and let the vehicle roll. Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting. tem, refer to page 255. Switch off the engine during longer stops Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g.,...
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Page 151 Navigation This chapter contains various examples of how the navigation system can guide you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 152: Navigation Navigation System
Navigation Navigation system Navigation system Vehicle equipment Destination input All standard, country-specific and optional Manual destination entry equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment General information is also described that is not available in a vehicle, The system supports you in entering street e.
Page 153 Navigation system Navigation Entering a town/city Select the street. Select "Town/City/Postal Code" or the dis‐ Alternative: enter the street address played town/city. and house number Select "Street" or the displayed street. Enter the street as you would the town/city. "House number" Select the numbers.
Page 154: Address Book
Navigation Navigation system Starting destination guidance after "Store as new contact" or "Add to existing entering the destination contact" "Accept destination" "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination" Add, refer to page 159, a destination as a further destination. Address book Selecting a destination from the address book Select an existing contact, if available.
Page 155: Last Destinations
Navigation system Navigation Starting destination guidance Highlight the entry. Open "Options". "Navigation" "Edit in Contacts" or "Delete entry" "Last destinations" Select the destination. Using the home address as the "Start guidance" destination The home address must be stored. Editing the destination "Navigation"...
Page 156 "Start search": if a search term is not entered, map and the category. the search is repeated with the previous search term. Destination entry via BMW Assist A connection is established to the Concierge Category search service, refer to page 230.
Page 157 Navigation system Navigation Open "Options". ▷ The name of a street nearby. "BMW Assist dest. entry" ▷ The county. ▷ The coordinates of the destination. Displaying special destinations in the Additional functions To display symbols of the special destinations Additional functions are available on the inter‐...
Page 158 Navigation Navigation system Saying the entries With the destination entry menu displayed: ▷ With the Professional navigation system: the town/city, street, and house number can Press the button on the steering be entered as a single command. wheel. ▷ Countries, towns and cities, streets, and in‐ ›City‹...
Page 159 Navigation system Navigation Say each digit separately. Turn the controller until the intermediate destination is located in the desired position Continue making the entry as prompted by in the list. the system. Press the controller. Planning a trip with intermediate destinations Starting the trip After all intermediate destinations are en‐...
Page 160 Navigation Navigation system Intermediate destination options ▷ The arrow view is shown in the instrument cluster, in the Head-up Display, and on the "Map" Control Display where appropriate. "Guidance" "Display all trip destinations" Terminating destination guidance Select an intermediate destination. "Navigation"...
Page 161 Navigation system Navigation Arrow view ▷ "Fast route": time-optimized route, being a combination of the shortest pos‐ The following information is displayed during sible route and the fastest roads. destination guidance: ▷ "ECO PRO route": optimized com‐ ▷ Large arrow: current direction of travel. bination of the fastest and shortest ▷...
Page 162 Navigation Navigation system "New route for" Select the symbol. "Start guidance": destination guidance to the selected gas station is started. "Add as another destination": the gas sta‐ tion is added to the route. Switching spoken instructions on/off The setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use.
Page 163 Navigation system Navigation At a glance Status fields Show/hide: press the controller. ▷ Upper status field: time, telephone, and en‐ tertainment details. ▷ Lower status field: symbol for active desti‐ nation guidance, status of traffic bulletins, time of arrival, and distance to destination. Function bar The following functions are available in the func‐...
Page 164 Certain BMW models equipped with navi‐ gation have the capability to display real- time traffic information. If your system has this capability the following additional terms...
Page 165 Network”) holds the rights to the traffic in‐ the traffic data, and even if Total Traffic Net‐ cident data and RDS-TMC network through work, Inrix, Inc., or BMW NA are aware of the which it is delivered. You may not modify, possibility of such damages. These limita‐...
Page 166 Navigation Navigation system Traffic bulletins on the map "Traffic Info categories" Select the desired categories. General information "Traffic conditions/gray map" Active: indication on the control display is switched to shades of gray. This enables a better view of the traffic bulletins.
Page 167 Navigation system Navigation ▷ The overall length of the traffic obstructions ▷ Dangerous situations are displayed regard‐ on the route. less of the setting. ▷ The extended driving time due to the traffic Activating dynamic destination guidance obstructions. "Navigation" The bottom part of the message displays: Open "Options".
Page 168 Navigation Navigation system Enter the navigation DVD authorization ▷ Spoken instructions are no longer output code. during route guidance in front of intersec‐ tions? Change the DVD, if necessary. The area has not yet been fully recorded, or After interrupting your trip, follow the instruc‐ you have left the recommended route and tions on the Control Display.
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Page 171: Entertainment
Entertainment The chapter helps assure your enjoyment when receiving radio and television stations and playing CDs, DVDs and tracks from the music collection. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 172: Tone
Entertainment Tone Tone Vehicle equipment Select the desired tone settings. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 173 Tone Entertainment Multi-channel playback, "Bang & Olufsen" surround Select the desired lighting setting. ▷ "Off": no lighting. Choose between stereo and multi-channel play‐ ▷ "Reduced": all speakers in the field of back, surround. view are hidden while driving. Setting multi-channel playback, ▷...
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Page 175: Radio
Radio Entertainment Radio Vehicle equipment AM/FM station All standard, country-specific and optional Selecting a station equipment that is offered in the model series is "Radio" described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, "FM"...
Page 176 Entertainment Radio Switching the RDS on/off The stations can also be stored on the program‐ mable memory buttons, refer to page 20. "Radio" "FM" Selecting a station manually "Options" Open. Station selection via the frequency. "RDS" "Radio" "FM" or "AM" "Manual"...
Page 177 Radio Entertainment Satellite radio In areas in which the station is not continuously received in digital mode, the playback switches between analog and digital reception. In this General information case, switch off digital radio reception. The channels are offered in predefined pack‐ ages.
Page 178 Entertainment Radio "Category" "Manage subscription" Select the Unsubscribed Channels cate‐ The phone number and an electronic serial gory. number, ESN, are displayed. Select the desired channel. Call Sirius to unsubscribe from the chan‐ nels. The phone number and an electronic serial number, ESN, are displayed.
Page 179: Selecting A Category
Radio Entertainment Via direct channel entry Selecting a category "Radio" "Radio" "Satellite radio" "Satellite radio" "Set channel" "Category" Turn the controller until the desired channel Select the desired category. is reached and press the controller. Timeshift Storing a channel Approx. one hour of the program being broad‐ "Radio"...
Page 180 Entertainment Radio Press the controller again. Symbol Function Select the artist, track, or game. Next track Storing the league or team Previous track Leagues or teams can be added to the favorites Fast forward from a selection list. Reverse "Radio" Automatic timeshift deactivated/ac‐...
Page 181 Radio Entertainment Managing the favorites Symbol Meaning Information will be broadcast shortly. Activating/deactivating the favorites Favorites can be activated and deactivated Information is currently being broad‐ globally and individually. cast. "Satellite radio" Select one of the symbols to deactivate Traffic "Manage favorites"...
Page 182 Entertainment Radio "Store station" Select the desired memory location. The list of stored stations is stored for the re‐ mote control currently in use. The stations can also be stored on the program‐ mable memory buttons, refer to page 20. Deleting a station "Radio"...
Page 183: Cd/Multimedia
CD/multimedia Entertainment CD/multimedia Vehicle equipment CD/DVD All standard, country-specific and optional Playback equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment Loading the CD/DVD player is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Insert the CD/DVD with the printed side up.
Page 184 Entertainment CD/multimedia CD/DVD removal Select the desired track to begin playback. Press the button. The CD/DVD is partially ejected. Remove the CD/DVD. Audio playback Selecting the track using the button Press the button repeatedly until the desired track is played. Displaying information on the track Selecting a track via iDrive Audio CDs...
Page 185 CD/multimedia Entertainment Open "Options". played if the parking brake is set or if the auto‐ matic transmission is in position P. "Random" DVD video "CD/Multimedia" "CD/DVD" Select a DVD with video content. "DVD menu" All tracks of the CD/DVD are played back in ran‐ dom order.
Page 186 Entertainment CD/multimedia Selecting the subtitles Symbol Function The subtitles that are available depend on the Fast forward DVD. Reverse Turn the controller during playback. Open "Options". In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases ev‐ "Subtitles" ery time the controller is pressed. To stop, start Select the desired language or "Do not playback.
Page 187: Dvd Changer
CD/multimedia Entertainment DVD changer "Additional options" "Zoom mode" In the glove compartment Pull the handle. Selecting a track DVD video: Controls and displays Turn the controller when the DVD menu is displayed. Open "Options". "Additional options" "Select title" Select the desired track. VCD/SVCD: "Select track"...
Page 188 Entertainment CD/multimedia Cancelling a function Sliding in CDs/DVDs Do not insert the CD/DVD until the LEDs Filling the DVD compartments or removing CDs/ on the DVD slot are flashing; otherwise, the CD/ DVDs can be canceled. DVD or the DVD changer could be damaged. Press the corresponding button.
Page 189 CD/DVD player and changer If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/ Do not remove the cover DVDs, this can be due to one of the following BMW CD/DVD players and changers are causes: officially designated Class 1 laser products. Do Home-recorded CDs/DVDs not operate if the cover is damaged;...
Page 190 Entertainment CD/multimedia CDs/DVDs with copy protection rectories can be deleted later, Deleting a track and directory, refer to page 194. CDs/DVDs are often provided with a copy pro‐ tection feature by the manufacturer. This can Tracks with DRM copy protection can be mean that some CDs/DVDs cannot be played or stored but cannot be played back.
Page 191: Music Search
CD/multimedia Entertainment storage process, the tracks are played in se‐ tion is available in the vehicle database or on the quence. Observe the following during the storage proc‐ To update the database, contact your service ess: center. Do not switch to the CD/DVD player and do not Storing from a USB device remove the CD/DVD from the CD/DVD player as this will interrupt the storage process.
Page 192 Entertainment CD/multimedia search. Tracks without additional information Music search using spoken instructions can be called up via the corresponding album, Instructions for the voice activation system, re‐ refer to page 193. fer to page 22. "CD/Multimedia" Press the button on the steering "Music collection"...
Page 193 CD/multimedia Entertainment Albums Open "Options". All stored albums, listed in order of their storage "Random" dates. Symbol Format Audio CD Compressed audio files "CD/Multimedia" "Music collection" Select the desired album. Managing music Depending on the album, the tracks or the subdirectories of the album are displayed.
Page 194 Entertainment CD/multimedia Deleting an album Therefore, it is best to perform the backup dur‐ ing a long trip. An album cannot be deleted while a track from that album is being played. Starting the engine. "CD/Multimedia" Connect the USB device to the USB inter‐ face in the glove compartment.
Page 195 CD/multimedia Entertainment Playback Deleting the music collection "CD/Multimedia" Connect the audio device, switch it on and select a track on the audio device. "Music collection" "CD/Multimedia" Open "Options". If necessary, "External devices". "Delete music collection" "AUX front" External devices Volume The volume of the sound output is dependent At a glance on the audio device.
Page 196 Entertainment CD/multimedia ers, USB flash drives, or mobile phones that Connect the Apple iPod/iPhone are supported by the USB audio interface. to the USB interface. ▷ Connection via snap-in adapter when equip‐ The Apple iPod/iPhone menu ped with extended connectivity of the music structure is supported by the player in the mobile phone: Apple iPhone or USB audio interface.
Page 197 CD/multimedia Entertainment Copy protection results are filtered using this letter as the first letter. If multiple letters are entered, Music tracks with integrated Digital Rights Man‐ all results that contain that sequence are agement (DRM) cannot be played. displayed. Playback ▷...
Page 198: Bluetooth Audio
Entertainment CD/multimedia Random playback Video menu The current list of tracks is played back in ran‐ Symbol Function dom order. Next video file "CD/Multimedia" "External devices" Previous video file Open "Options". Double-click on an icon to play back previous video file. "Random"...
Page 199 CD/multimedia Entertainment ▷ The volume of the sound output is depend‐ The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis‐ ent on the device. If necessary, adjust the played. volume on the device. ▷ Up to four external devices can be paired with the vehicle.
Page 200 Entertainment CD/multimedia If pairing was successful, the device is displayed If necessary, "Bluetooth® audio". as connected. Select the desired device from the list of White symbol : the device is active as an audio paired devices. source. If pairing was unsuccessful: What to do if..., refer to page 201.
Page 201 CD/multimedia Entertainment Playback menu "Configure phone" Depending on the particular device, some of the functions may not be available. Symbol Function Next track Fast forward: press and hold the symbol. Previous music track Reverse: press and hold the symbol. "Audio" "OK"...
Page 202: Software Update
Depending on the mobile phone, it is possi‐ Updates and related current information is ble that only one device can be connected available at www.bmw.com/update. to the vehicle. Unpair the connected device Displaying the current version from the vehicle and pair and connect only one device.
Page 203 All listed software updates are removed. Note While the software is being updated or a previ‐ ous version is being restored, BMW Assist, Of‐ fice functions and the connected devices are temporarily unavailable. Wait several minutes for the functions to become available again.
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Page 205: Communication
Communication All of the options available to you for mobile communication with family, friends, business partners, and service providers are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 206: Telephone
Communication Telephone Telephone Vehicle equipment ▷ Recharge the battery. ▷ Connect the mobile phone to an outside an‐ All standard, country-specific and optional tenna of the vehicle. equipment that is offered in the model series is This provides for better network reception described in this chapter.
Page 207 Telephone Communication When the mobile phone is used via the vehicle, "Bluetooth®" heed the operating manual of the mobile phone. Pairing/unpairing the mobile phone General information The following functions are available: ▷ Use of a mobile phone as a telephone. ▷...
Page 208 Communication Telephone Pairing and connecting Symbol Function Pairing the mobile phone Telephone. To avoid becoming distracted and posing Additional telephone. an unnecessary hazard both to your own vehi‐ cle's occupants and to other road users, only Audio source. pair the mobile phone while the vehicle is sta‐ tionary.◀...
Page 209 Telephone Communication Configuring cell phone ▷ Is Bluetooth activated in the vehicle and on the mobile phone? Activate Bluetooth in the Additional functions can be activated or deacti‐ vehicle and on the mobile phone. vated for paired and connected mobile phones. ▷...
Page 210: Incoming Call
Communication Telephone ▷ It may not be possible to display phone book telephone. The settings are deleted when the entries with special characters. telephone is unpaired. ▷ The number of phone book entries being "Settings" stored is too high. "Tone" ▷...
Page 211 Telephone Communication Via the button on the steering wheel Select the digits individually. Select the symbol. Press the button. Via the instrument cluster "Accept" Rejecting a call Via iDrive "Reject" The phone number can also be entered by voice. Via the instrument cluster Calls with multiple parties "Reject"...
Page 212: Phone Book
Communication Telephone DTMF suffix dialing The existing call is put on hold. DTMF suffix dialing can be used for gaining ac‐ cess to network services or for controlling devi‐ ces, e.g., to make a remote inquiry of an answer‐ ing machine. The DTMF code is needed for this purpose.
Page 213 Telephone Communication Calling a contact Dialing the number via the instrument cluster Symbol Meaning This is possible when there is no active call. Contact with one stored phone num‐ ber. Press the button on the steering wheel. Contact with more than one stored Select the desired phone number.
Page 214: Mobile Phone
Communication Telephone From the mobile phone to the hands- "Received calls" free system Calls that were begun outside of the Bluetooth range of the vehicle can be continued on the hands-free system with the ignition switched Depending on the mobile phone, the system au‐ tomatically switches to the hands-free system.
Page 215 Telephone Communication Using voice activation Calling Activating the voice activation system Dialing a phone number ›Dial number‹ Briefly press the button on the Say the phone number. steering wheel. ›Dial‹ Say the command. Correcting the phone number Terminating the voice activation The sequence of digits can be deleted after the system system has repeated the digits.
Page 216 Communication Telephone Deleting all entries phone voice operation is preset and cannot be changed in the Control Display. ›Delete phonebook‹ ▷ Keep the doors, windows, and convertible The dialog for deleting the phone book is top closed to prevent noise interference. opened.
Page 217 Telephone Communication Insert the snap-in adapter in the direction of the arrow, arrow 1, and press down, arrow 2, until it engages. Inserting the mobile phone Depending on the mobile phone, remove the protective cap from the antenna con‐ nector and from the USB connection of the mobile phone.
Page 218: Office
Communication Office Office Vehicle equipment ▷ The time, time zone, and date, refer to page 87, are correctly set on the Control All standard, country-specific and optional Display and on the mobile phone to correctly equipment that is offered in the model series is display appointments, for example.
Page 219 Office Communication Contacts Dialing phone numbers Select the desired contact. Note Select the phone number. If equipped with full mobile phone preparation The connection is established. package. Editing a contact At a glance Select the desired contact. Contacts can be created and edited. The con‐ "Edit contact"...
Page 220 Communication Office tained in the vehicle. The address can be If necessary, "Accept address". checked for this purpose. "Store contact in vehicle" Select the desired contact and highlight the Contact types address. Various contact types can be assigned to phone Open "Options".
Page 221: Displaying Messages
▷ "Service message" whether transmission from the mobile phone to Only messages from the BMW Assist the vehicle is supported. Text messages and e- Concierge service and My Info are dis‐ mails may not be supported by the service pro‐...
Page 222 Communication Office Deleting messages My Info Messages from the Concierge service and Selecting additional functions My Info can be deleted. Additional functions are available when a mes‐ Delete a message: sage is selected: "Office" Symbol Function "Messages" "Start guidance" or "Add as another Select the desired message.
Page 223 Office Communication Only a part of the e-mail from the cell phone Symbol Function is loaded into the vehicle. "Select phone number" Reading the e-mail out loud If the message contains more than one number, select the desired num‐ Read the e-mail out loud, refer to page 225. ber from the list.
Page 224 Communication Office Using contact data Using contact data Contact data from appointments, tasks, text Contact data from appointments, tasks, text messages, e-mails and notes can be saved or messages, e-mails and notes can be saved or selected, refer to page 225. selected, refer to page 225.
Page 225 Office Communication Reminders Reading out loud Text messages, e-mails, appointment entries, Displaying reminders tasks, and notes can be read out loud. Reminders of pending appointments and tasks Select the desired message, appointment, are displayed. After an appointment or after a task, or note.
Page 226 Communication Office ▷ Depending on the number of stored ap‐ pointments, task notes, and messages in the mobile phone, not all are displayed in the vehicle. Not all appointments and tasks from the mobile phone are displayed at the right time? ▷...
Page 227: Contacts
Contacts Communication Contacts Vehicle equipment Fill in the entry fields: select the symbol next to the entry field. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 228 Communication Contacts "My contacts" Select the address. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination" Checking the address as a destination An address that is to be used for destination guidance must match the navigation data con‐ tained in the vehicle. The address can be checked for this purpose.
Page 229: Connecteddrive
BMW Assist services request a BMW service appointment. will be available. The BMW Assist system can be ▷ Remote Door Unlock: the BMW Assist Re‐ reactivated by a service center after you sign a sponse Center provides assistance if, for ex‐...
Page 230 Communication ConnectedDrive Press the SOS button to contact the BMW can be booked directly by the BMW Assist Con‐ Assist Response Center. cierge service. The Concierge service is part of the optional BMW Convenience Plan. TeleService Starting the Concierge service "BMW Assist"...
Page 231 Communication BMW Search nection is established to Roadside Assis‐ tance. At a glance A business search can be opened via BMW Search. License conditions This product contains NetFront Browser soft‐ ware of ACCESS Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007 ACCESS Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
Page 232 Calling Customer Relations the vehicle are automatically sent to your service partner prior to the service deadline. If possible, Vehicles not equipped with BMW the service partner will contact you and a service Assist or TeleService appointment can be arranged.
Page 233 Transmits technical data that is evaluated for the ongoing development of BMW products from During the updating of BMW services, display your vehicle to BMW in regular intervals if nec‐ the status of the data transfer. essary. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"...
Page 234 Press button to switch within the cell of Apps. phone functions to a higher level or back. ▷ Use only BMW approved software applica‐ tions; otherwise, it may result in malfunc‐ Press button twice to switch back to the tions.
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Page 237: Mobility
Mobility To ensure that you remain mobile at all times, this chapter supplies you with important information on the topics of fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance, and Roadside Assistance. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 238: Refueling
Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 239 Refueling Mobility Open the cover on the right side trim. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump sym‐ bol. This releases the fuel filler flap. Observe the following when refueling The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time.
Page 240: Fuel
Mobility Fuel Fuel Vehicle equipment Minimum fuel grade Do not use any gasoline below the mini‐ All standard, country-specific and optional mum fuel grade as this may impair engine per‐ equipment that is offered in the model series is formance.◀ described in this chapter.
Page 241: Wheels And Tires
Wheels and tires Mobility Wheels and tires Vehicle equipment Pressure specifications The tire inflation pressure table, refer to All standard, country-specific and optional page 242, contains all pressure specifications equipment that is offered in the model series is for the specified tire sizes at the ambient tem‐ described in this chapter.
Page 242 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to Tire size Pressure specifications in 100 mph/160 km/h bar/PSI Specifications in bar/PSI with cold tires Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Specifications in 255/40R19 100V 2.8 / 40 3.0 / 43 bar/PSI with cold M+S XL 3.0 / 43...
Page 243: Tire Age
Wheels and tires Mobility Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the Tire size Pressure specifications in U.S. Department of Transportation. bar/PSI Front: 3.0 / 43 Tire age 265/40ZR19 3.0 / 43 DOT … 3510: the tire was manufactured in the (102Y) XL 35th week in 2010.
Page 244: Winter Tires
Mobility Wheels and tires Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop There is an increased danger of hydroplaning if on wet pavement as measured under controlled the tread depth is less than 0.12 in/3 mm. conditions on specified government test surfa‐ Winter tires ces of asphalt and concrete.
Page 245: Changing Wheels And Tires
Wheels and tires Mobility Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐ Incorrect wheel and tire combinations impair the fects: function of a variety of systems such as ABS or DSC. ▷ Unusual vibrations during driving. To maintain good handling and vehicle re‐ ▷...
Page 246 Mobility Wheels and tires Storage tion potential until after an initial breaking-in pe‐ riod. Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry place with Drive conservatively for the first as little exposure to light as possible. 200 miles/300 km. Always protect tires against all contact with oil, grease and fuels.
Page 247 Wheels and tires Mobility Filling the tire with sealant ▷ If possible, do not remove foreign bodies that have penetrated the tire. Shake the sealant bottle. ▷ Pull the speed limit sticker off the sealant bottle and apply it to the steering wheel. Storage The Mobility System is located under the floor panel in the cargo area.
Page 248 Mobility Wheels and tires Insert the sealant bottle on the compressor With the ignition turned on or the engine housing in an upright position. running, switch on the compressor. Let the compressor run for approx. 3 to 8 mi‐ Screw the filling hose of the sealant bottle nutes to fill the tire with sealant and achieve a onto the valve of the defective wheel.
Page 249 Wheels and tires Mobility Stowing the Mobility System Replace the defective tire and the sealant bottle of the Mobility System as soon as possible. Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant bottle from the wheel. Unscrew the compressor connection hose Snow chains from the sealant bottle.
Page 250: Engine Compartment
Mobility Engine compartment Engine compartment Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 251: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Mobility Closing the hood Never reach into the engine compartment Never reach into the intermediate spaces or gaps in the engine compartment. Otherwise, there is risk of injury, e.g. from rotating or hot parts.◀ Pull the lever. Let the hood drop from a height of approx. 16 in/40 cm and push down on it to lock it fully.
Page 252: Engine Oil
Mobility Engine oil Engine oil Vehicle equipment Immediately add 1 US quart/liter of oil. All standard, country-specific and optional Detailed measurement equipment that is offered in the model series is Requirements: described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment ▷ Vehicle is on a level road and the engine is is also described that is not available in a vehicle, running at operating temperature.
Page 253: Engine Oil
Engine oil Mobility Protect children Specification Keep oil, grease, etc., out of reach of chil‐ ACEA A3/B3 dren and heed the warnings on the containers to prevent health risks.◀ API SK or superior grade specification Low ambient temperatures Oil types for refilling From the factory, types of oil are used for the vehicle that can be employed in practically all Notes...
Page 254: Coolant
Mobility Coolant Coolant Vehicle equipment Coolant level All standard, country-specific and optional Checking equipment that is offered in the model series is Let the engine cool. described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, Turn the cap of the coolant reservoir slightly e.
Page 255: Maintenance
This also applies for changing the engine oil and the microfilter/acti‐ safety-related functions and systems. vated-charcoal filter. BMW Maintenance System Service and Warranty The maintenance system directs you to re‐ Information Booklet for US quired maintenance measures and thereby sup‐...
Page 256 In addition, if you signed a service contract for BMW Assist, certain vehicle data can be sent directly from the vehicle to facilitate the desired services. There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehicle emissions.
Page 257: Replacing Components
Replacing components Mobility Replacing components Vehicle equipment Replacing the wiper blades To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer to All standard, country-specific and optional page 76, the wiper arms. equipment that is offered in the model series is Fold up the wipers. described in this chapter.
Page 258 Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or xenon technology. hold the bulb by its base.◀ For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, please contact your BMW center. Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) LED headlamps, Light-emitting diodes Light-emitting diodes installed behind a cover (LEDs) or light modules serve as the light source for controls, display el‐...
Page 259: License Plate Lamps
Replacing components Mobility Tail lamps, bulb replacement Follow the General instructions on lamps and bulbs., refer to page At a glance Turning lamp on the Xenon headlamp Follow the General instructions on lamps and bulbs., refer to page The illustration shows the left side of the engine compartment.
Page 260 Mobility Replacing components Changing wheels Inside brake lamp Follow the general instructions on lamps and Notes bulbs, refer to page 257. The vehicle equipment does not include a spare 24-watt bulb, HP24W tire. Squeeze the bulb holder and pull it out. When using run-flat tires or tire sealants, a tire does not need to be changed immediately in the event of pressure loss due to a flat tire.
Page 261: Vehicle Battery
Replacing components Mobility Unscrew the lug bolt. Individual settings need to be reprogrammed: Remove the adapter after screwing the lug bolt ▷ Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory: back on. store the positions again. ▷ Time: update. ▷ Date: update. Vehicle battery ▷...
Page 262 Mobility Replacing components In the glove compartment Push the handle to the side, arrow 1, and open the lid, arrow 2. In the cargo area Open the cover on the right side trim. Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet.
Page 263: Breakdown Assistance
▷ The radio ready state is switched on. lished. ▷ The BMW Assist system is logged in to a ▷ The LED flashes if the connection to the wireless communications network sup‐ BMW Assist Response Center has been es‐...
Page 264 Assist Response Center contacts you and takes further steps to help you. The first aid kit is located in the insert in the rear Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW seat backrest. Assist Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circumstan‐...
Page 265: Roadside Assistance
Check whether the battery of the other ve‐ Connecting the cables hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This informa‐ tion can be found on the battery. Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ minal. Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐ cle.
Page 266: Tow Truck
Mobility Breakdown assistance Starting the engine Tow truck Never use spray fluids to start the engine. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an increased idle speed. Start the engine of the vehicle being started in the usual way.
Page 267 The screw-in tow fitting should always be car‐ ried in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. It is contained in the onboard vehicle tool kit under the cargo floor cover.
Page 268: Care
Mobility Care Care Vehicle equipment Automatic car washes All standard, country-specific and optional Notes equipment that is offered in the model series is Do not use high pressure washing sys‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equipment tems is also described that is not available in a vehicle, With washing systems operating at high pres‐...
Page 269 Switch the engine off. In this way, the igni‐ BMW recommends using cleaning and care tion remains switched on, and a Check-Con‐ products from BMW, since these have been trol message is displayed. tested and approved. Transmission position P with the igni‐...
Page 270 Mobility Care ▷ Remove bird droppings immediately as their To guard against discoloration, such as from corrosive effect will otherwise attack the clothing, provide leather care roughly every two convertible top and damage the rubber months. seals. Clean light-colored leather more frequently be‐ ▷...
Page 271 Care Mobility Floor carpets and floor mats When cleaning rubber seals, do not use any sil‐ icon-containing car care products in order to No objects in the area around the pedals avoid damage or reduced noise damping. Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;...
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Page 273: Reference
Reference This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system, and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 274: Technical Data
Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle equipment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equip‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ment or country variant. This also applies for equipment that is offered in the model series is safety-related functions and systems.
Page 275 Technical data Reference Length, wheel base Wheel base: 112.2 inches/2,851 mm Length: 193.0 inches/4,903 mm Smallest turning circle Dia.: 38.7 ft/11.8 m Weights Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,313/2,410 Load lbs/kg 804/365 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,601/1,180 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,778/1,260 Cargo area capacity...
Page 276 Reference Technical data Capacities Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 21.1/80 Fuel quality, refer to page Windshield and headlamp US quarts/liters approx. 5.3/5.0 washer system Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 277: Short Commands Of The Voice Activation
Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Vehicle equipment To have the available spoken instructions read out loud: ›Voice commands‹ All standard, country-specific and optional The following short commands are valid for ve‐ equipment that is offered in the model series is hicles with voice activation system.
Page 278: Short Commands Of The Voice Activation
Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Equipment Function Command Open the air conditioning settings. ›Climate‹ Open the Head-up Display. ›head up display‹ Vehicle information Owner's Manual Function Command Open the Owner's Manual. ›Display Owner's Manual‹ Open the Quick Reference Guide. ›Quick reference‹...
Page 279 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Navigation General information Function Command Opens the Navigation menu. ›Navigation‹ Open the destination entry. ›Enter address‹ Enter the address. ›Enter address‹ Enter a town/city. ›City‹ Enter a state/province. ›State‹ Enter the postal code. ›Postal Code‹...
Page 280 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Function Command Perspective map. ›Map perspective view‹ Automatic scaling of the map. ›Map with automatic scaling‹ Scale...feet. ›Map scale ... feet‹ Scale...meters. ›Map scale ... meters‹ e.g., map scale 100 meters Scale...kilometers. ›Map scale ...
Page 281 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Function Command Split screen, trip computer. ›Splitscreen trip computer‹ Split screen, scale automatically. ›Split screen automatic scaling‹ Destination guidance with intermediate destinations Function Command Enter a new destination. ›Enter address‹ Trip list. ›Stored trips‹...
Page 282 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Weather Band Function Command Open the Weather Band. ›Weather band‹ Switch on the Weather Band. ›Weather band on‹ Select a Weather Band station. ›Select a weather channel‹ Satellite radio Function Command Open the satellite radio. ›Satellite radio‹...
Page 283 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference Function Command CD and DVD. ›C D‹ Select a DVD. ›D V D ...‹ e.g. DVD 3 Display the entertainment details on a split ›Entertainment details‹ screen. Music collection Function Command Search for music, open a menu. ›Music search‹...
Page 284 Reference Short commands of the voice activation system Function Command Display the phone book. ›Phonebook‹ Redialing. ›Redial‹ Display received calls. ›Received calls‹ List of messages. ›Messages‹ Open the Bluetooth devices. ›Bluetooth‹ Office Function Command Open the Office menu. ›Office‹ Display Office Today. ›Current office‹...
Page 285 Short commands of the voice activation system Reference BMW Assist or ConnectedDrive Function Command Open BMW Assist. ›B M W Assist‹ Open ConnectedDrive. ›Connected Drive‹ Open BMW Search. ›B M W Online‹ Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 286: Everything From A To Z
Air pressure, tires tance Bass Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ Assistance when driving Battery replacement, vehicle tion battery Air volume, automatic climate Assist, BMW Battery replacement, vehicle control Audio playback remote control Alarm system Audio playback, Blue‐ Battery, vehicle Alarm, unintentional...
Page 287 Everything from A to Z Reference BMW Assist Care, vehicle Cleaning, displays BMW Homepage Cargo Climate control BMW Internet page Cargo area, cargo area parti‐ Climate control wind‐ BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tion shield Cargo area lid Clock BMW M technology Cargo area partition Closing/opening from in‐...
Page 288 Reference Everything from A to Z Convertible top, emergency Direction indicator, refer to Dynamic destination guid‐ operation Turn signals ance Convertible top, rollover pro‐ Display in windshield Dynamic Stability Control tection system Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ Convertible top tool ment lighting Coolant Displays...
Page 289 Everything from A to Z Reference Engine oil types, alterna‐ Fitting for towing, refer to Tow Gong, volume equaliza‐ tive fitting tion Engine oil types, ap‐ Flat tire, changing wheels GPS navigation proved Flat Tire Monitor FTM Gray display of the map Engine start during malfunc‐...
Page 290 Reference Everything from A to Z Holder for beverages Instrument cluster, electronic Lane departure warning Homepage displays Lane margin, warning Hood Instrument lighting Language on Control Dis‐ Horn Integrated key play Hotel function, trunk lid Integrated universal remote Lashing eyes, securing Hot exhaust system control cargo...
Page 291 Everything from A to Z Reference M Driving Dynamics Con‐ Neck restraints, front, refer to trol Head restraints Maintenance M Dynamic Mode MDM New wheels and tires Maintenance require‐ Measure, units of Night Vision with pedestrian ments Medical kit detection Maintenance, service require‐...
Page 292 Screw thread for tow fit‐ PlugIn Replacement fuse ting Position, storing Replacing parts Sealant Postal code, entering in navi‐ Replacing wheels/tires Search, refer to BMW gation Reporting safety defects Search Power failure Reserve warning, refer to Seat belts, refer to Safety Power windows Range belts Pressure, tire air pres‐...
Page 293 Servotronic tion Safety Settings, M Drive Start/Stop button Technical data Settings on Control Dis‐ Start function during malfunc‐ Technology, BMW M play tion TeleServices Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ Starting the engine Temperature, automatic cli‐ rors, steering wheel State/province, selecting for...
Page 294 Reference Everything from A to Z Tone Unlocking/locking with remote Warning triangle Tools control Washer fluid Top View Updates made after the edito‐ Washer fluid reservoir, ca‐ Total vehicle weight rial deadline pacity Tow fitting Updating software Washer nozzles, wind‐ Towing Upholstery care shield...
Page 295 Everything from A to Z Reference Xenon headlamps, bulb re‐ placement Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...
Page 297 More about BMW The Ultimate Driving bmwusa.com Machine *BL2900735000* Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 735 - 03 12 490...

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