Page 1 Contents Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 3 The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Contents Mobility The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to Refueling page 232. Fuel Wheels and tires Engine compartment Notes Engine oil Coolant At a glance Maintenance Cockpit Replacing components iDrive Breakdown assistance...
Page 6 For options and equipment not described in Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is this Owner's Manual, please refer to the Sup‐ available on the Internet: bmwusa.com. plementary Owner's Manuals.
Page 7 BMW. BMW cannot water. test every product made by other manufactur‐ ers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely Service and warranty and without risk to either the vehicle, its opera‐ We recommend that you read this publication tion, or its occupants.
Page 8 — possibly with the assistance ous damage to the vehicle. Such damage is of an expert. not covered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited Additional functions that are contractually Warranty. agreed with the customer, such as vehicle lo‐...
Page 9 National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis‐ a road obstacle, data that will assist in under‐ tration NHTSA, in addition to notifying BMW of standing how a vehicle’s systems performed. North America, LLC, P.O. Box 1227, West‐...
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Page 11: At A Glance
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 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 12: Cockpit
At a glance Cockpit Cockpit Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 13 Cockpit At a glance beams 91 Congestion Assistant ON/OFF, Pause 136 Automatic headlamp con‐ Congestion Assistant: setting trol 92 cruise control distance 130 Daytime running lights 92 Cruise control rocker switch 141, 132 Adaptive Light Control 92 11 Instrument cluster 76 High-beam Assistant 93 12 Steering wheel buttons, right Instrument lighting 94 Entertainment source Steering column stalk, left...
Page 14 At a glance Cockpit Open the trunk lid 37 All around the center console All around the interior rearview mir‐ Parking brake 67 ror 15 Control Display 16 Automatic Hold 68 Glove compartment 169 vent 160 Opening and closing the Hazard warning system 216 convertible top 44 PDC Park Distance Control 142 Central locking system 36...
Page 15 Cockpit At a glance Driving Dynamics Control 126 13 Transmission selector lever DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 122 All around the interior rearview mirror Intelligent Emergency Re‐ Interior lamps 94 quest 216 Reading lamps 95 Indicator lamp, front passenger airbag 98 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 16: Idrive
At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment Control Display All standard, country-specific and optional Hints equipment that is offered in the model series is ▷ To clean the Control Display, follow the described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ care instructions. ment is also described that is not available in a ▷...
Page 17 iDrive At a glance Press. The main menu is displayed. All iDrive functions can be called up via the Move in four directions. main menu. Selecting menu items Menu items shown in white can be selected. Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted.
Page 18 At a glance iDrive A new panel is opened on top of the previ‐ This area remains unchanged. ous display. ▷ Control options for the selected main menu, e.g., for "Radio". ▷ If applicable, further operating options for the selected menu, e.g., "Store station". Changing settings Select a field.
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 Selecting the display Symbol Meaning Text message was received. Press the button. "Split screen" Check the SIM card. Move the controller until the split screen is SIM card is blocked. selected. SIM card is missing. Press the controller or select "Split screen content".
Page 21 iDrive At a glance The function will run immediately. This means, Symbol Function for example, that the number is dialed when a Press the controller: delete the let‐ phone number is selected. ter or number. Displaying the button assignment Press the controller for an extended period: delete all letters or numbers.
Page 22: Voice Activation System
At a glance Voice activation system Voice activation system Vehicle equipment Using voice activation All standard, country-specific and optional Activating the voice activation system equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ Press the button on the steering ment is also described that is not available in a wheel.
Page 23 Voice activation system At a glance Executing functions using short Via short command commands Playback of the CD can also be started via a Functions on the main menu can be performed short command. directly by means of short commands, nearly Switch on the Entertainment sound output irrespective of which menu item is currently if necessary.
Page 24 At a glance Voice activation system Notes on Emergency Requests Do not use the voice activation system to ini‐ tiate an Emergency Request. In stressful situa‐ tions, the voice and vocal pitch can change. This can unnecessarily delay the establish‐ ment of a telephone connection.
Page 25: Integrated Owner's Manual In 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 At a glance Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle Context help - Owner's Manual to the Programmable memory buttons temporarily selected function General information The relevant information can be opened di‐ rectly. 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 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 30: Opening And Closing
Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment Integrated key All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 31 The USB interface in the center armrest Starting the engine with emergency onto a USB device. detection of the remote control ▷ BMW Online. Profile management Opening the profiles A different profile can be called up than the one associated with the remote control cur‐...
Page 32 Open "Options". "Settings" "Display user list at startup" "Profiles" "Import profile" Personal Profile settings BMW Online: "BMW Online" The following functions and settings can be USB interface, refer to page 169: "USB stored in a profile. device" ▷ Collision warning: warning time.
Page 33 Opening and closing Controls ▷ Tone: tone settings. ▷ Via the door handles. ▷ Automatic climate control: settings. ▷ Via the button in the trunk lid. ▷ Steering wheel position. The following takes place simultaneously when locking/unlocking the vehicle via the re‐ ▷...
Page 34 Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: from Leaving the vicinity of the vehicle stops the motion of the convertible top. the outside After a short period, the convertible top and the convertible top well storage cover are low‐ Using the remote control ered slowly.
Page 35 Opening and closing Controls Panic mode For US owners only You can trigger the alarm system if you find The transmitter and receiver units comply with yourself in a dangerous situation. part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communication Commission regulations. Operation is gov‐ Press the button on the remote con‐...
Page 36 Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: from Remove the key before pulling the door handle the inside Before pulling the outside door handle, remove the key to avoid damaging the paintwork and Locking and unlocking the key.◀ In some country-specific versions, the alarm system is triggered if the vehicle is unlocked via the door lock.
Page 37 Locking the vehicle ▷ Press on the top half of the BMW emblem. ▷ Press the button on the remote control for approx. 1 second. The trunk lid cannot be opened if the Press the button on the inside of the trunk lid.
Page 38 Controls Opening and closing This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked ▷ The engine can only be started if the re‐ using valet service. The infrared remote con‐ mote control is inside the vehicle. trol can be handed out without the key. Comparison with ordinary remote Emergency unlocking control...
Page 39 Unlocking the trunk lid separately whether the doors are also unlocked with the button on the remote control. Press on the top half of the BMW emblem on the trunk lid. Confirmation signals from the vehicle This corresponds to pressing the but‐...
Page 40 Controls Opening and closing Trunk lid and armed alarm system ▷ When a button of the seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory is pressed briefly. The trunk lid can be opened even when the alarm system is armed. Activating the setting Press the button on the remote con‐...
Page 41 Opening and closing Controls Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and ▷ The indicator lamp flashes after locking: interior motion sensor The doors, hood or trunk lid is not closed properly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐ Press the remote control button again cured.
Page 42 Controls Opening and closing All windows, including the rear window, are ▷ Press the switch beyond the resist‐ closed while the switch is being pressed. ance point. The window opens automatically. ▷ Pull the switch beyond the resistance point. Pressing the switch again stops the motion. All windows, including the rear window, are Convenient opening, refer to page 34, via the closed while the switch is being pressed.
Page 43 Opening and closing Controls Danger of pinching even with pinch pro‐ Tips about the convertible top: tection ▷ If possible, close the convertible top when Even with the pinch protection system, check the vehicle is parked. A closed convertible that the window's closing path is clear; other‐ top protects it from weather-related dam‐...
Page 44 Controls Opening and closing Before opening and closing ▷ Always open or close the convertible top completely. Convertible top and ▷ Follow the safety instructions for the convertible top well storage cover are convertible top. locked in the final positions. Driving with ▷...
Page 45 Opening and closing Controls Convenient operation from outside completely open or closed, convertible top and convertible top well storage cover are latched. When equipped with Comfort Access the The side windows and the rear window go convertible top can also be operated from out‐ down when the convertible top control switch side: is pulled or pushed.
Page 46 Controls Opening and closing Tools Unlock convertible top well storage cover. To do this, pull on the right cap and simul‐ Tools for manually closing the convertible top taneously slightly raise the front right are located in the insert of the rear seat back‐ convertible top well storage cover in front rest under the first aid kit.
Page 47 Opening and closing Controls wise, it may result in damage to the convertible On both sides of the vehicle, grasp the top.◀ front edge of the convertible top frame with one hand. With the other hand, grasp the Switch off the ignition. end of the convertible top on the bottom Grasp the convertible top well storage edge.
Page 48 Controls Opening and closing With the cover ends placed high, close the Insert the convertible top tool with the long convertible top well storage cover. end into the adapter from the onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit. In the rear, raise the inner lining of the convertible top.
Page 49 Opening and closing Controls Wind deflector Install the wind deflector on the vehicle with the right retaining pin and the two rear ones in the corresponding openings. The concept The wind deflector reduces the air movement in the passenger compartment when driving with the top down.
Page 50 Controls Opening and closing To release the two lateral retaining pins, pull the corresponding handle forward a little and them pull it to the side. Folding up On the left side, pull the handle of the retaining pin on the wind deflector all the way back and release the latch.
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, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional equipment or country variant.
Page 52 Controls Adjusting Thigh support Height. Multifunctional seat Seat tilt. Adjust the position using the lever. 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. The lower back and the spine are supported for upright posture.
Page 53 Adjusting Controls Shoulder support Switching on Press the button once for each tem‐ perature level. The maximum temperature is reached when three LEDs are lit. If the drive is continued within approx. 15 mi‐ nutes, the seat heating is activated automati‐ cally with the temperature selected last.
Page 54 Controls Adjusting Switching on Reduction of restraining effect Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the Press the button once for each venti‐ belt from fitting properly, and pull the shoulder lation level. belt periodically to readjust the tension across The highest level is active when three LEDs your lap;...
Page 55 ▷ Do not hang objects, e.g., clothes hangers, on the head restraints. ▷ Only attach accessories approved by BMW to the seat or head restraint. Otherwise, the protective function of the active head restraint will be impaired and the per‐...
Page 56 Controls Adjusting Removing Controls The head restraints cannot be removed. Entering the rear Note Folding back and locking the backrest Before driving away, fold back and lock the backrests; otherwise, an unexpected seat ▷ Press and hold the button until the seat movement may cause an accident.◀...
Page 57 Adjusting Controls Storing ▷ Open or close the door or trunk lid. Switch on the ignition. ▷ Press a button on the remote control. Set the desired position. ▷ Press the Start/Stop button. Press the button. The LED in the Mirrors button lights up.
Page 58 Controls Adjusting Adjusting electrically Fold in the mirror in a car wash Before washing the car in an automatic The setting corresponds to the direc‐ car wash, fold in the exterior mirrors by hand or tion in which the button is pressed. with the 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: Transporting Children Safely
Controls Transporting children safely Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment vated. Automatic deactivation of front passen‐ ger side airbags, refer to page 98. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Note described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ Deactivated front passenger airbags ment is also described that is not available in a If a child restraint fixing system is used in...
Page 61 Transporting children safely Controls Child seat security Deactivating the front passenger airbags If a child restraint fixing system is used in the front passenger seat, the front passenger airbags must be deactivated; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury to the child when the airbags are triggered, even with a child re‐...
Page 62 Controls Transporting children safely Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors This vehicle is not equipped with user-ready tether anchorages. As such neither a child re‐ The lower anchors may be used to attach the straint system, nor a booster cushion, requirer‐ CRS to the vehicle seat up to a combined child ing the use of a tether strap can be properly and CRS weight of 65 lb/30 kg when the child...
Page 63: Driving
Driving Controls Driving Vehicle equipment Note If the engine is switched off and the ignition is All standard, country-specific and optional switched on, the system automatically equipment that is offered in the model series is switches to the radio ready state when the described in this chapter.
Page 64 Controls Driving Radio ready state Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at Activate radio ready state: moderate engine speeds. ▷ When the engine is running: press the Start/Stop button. Automatic transmission Some electronic systems/power consumers remain ready for operation.
Page 65 Driving Controls The radio ready state is switched on. The display indicates that the conditions for an automatic en‐ Set the parking brake. gine stop have not been satis‐ fied. Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function Note The engine is not switched off automatically in The concept the following situations: The Auto Start/Stop function helps save fuel.
Page 66 Controls Driving Safety mode Activating/deactivating the system manually After the engine switches off automatically, it will not start again automatically if any one of Using the button the following conditions are met. ▷ The driver's safety belt is unbuckled and the driver's door is open.
Page 67 Driving Controls Malfunction Pull the switch and hold it. The vehicle brakes hard while the switch is being pulled. The Auto Start/Stop function no longer switches of the engine automatically. A Check The indicator lamp lights up red, a sig‐ Control message is displayed.
Page 68 Controls Driving Automatic Hold Activating This function can be activated when the driv‐ The concept er's door is closed and the safety belt is fas‐ This system assists the driver by automatically tened, and while driving. setting and releasing the brake, such as when Press the button.
Page 69 Driving Controls Parking It may take several seconds for the brake to be put into operation. Any sounds associated with The parking brake is automatically set if the this are normal. engine is switched off while the vehicle is be‐ ing held by Automatic Hold.
Page 70 Controls Driving Signaling briefly Switching on Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there for as long as you want the turn signal to flash. High beams, headlamp flasher Press the wiper levers up. The lever automatically returns to its initial po‐ sition when released.
Page 71 Driving Controls Rain sensor Clean the windshield, headlamps The concept The rain sensor automatically controls the time between wipes depending on the intensity of the rainfall. The sensor is located on the wind‐ shield, directly behind the interior rearview mir‐ ror.
Page 72 Follow the Transmission positions usage instructions on the washer fluid con‐ tainer. Use BMW’s Windshield Washer Con‐ D Drive, automatic position centrate or the equivalent.◀ Position for normal vehicle operation. All for‐...
Page 73 Driving Controls Engaging D, R and N When the ignition is switched off, refer to page 63, position P is engaged automatically. P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The drive wheels are blocked. P is engaged automatically: ▷...
Page 74 Controls Driving Sport program and manual mode shifting is not possible if the engine speed is too high. Activating the sport program The selected gear is briefly displayed in the in‐ strument cluster, followed by the current gear. Sport automatic transmission: prevent automatic upshifting in M/S manual mode For vehicles with Sport automatic transmis‐...
Page 75 Driving Controls Displays in the instrument cluster ▷ Shift up: pull right shift paddle. ▷ Shift down: pull left shift paddle. The transmission position is dis‐ played, e.g.: P. Gears will only be shifted at appropriate engine and road speeds, e.g., downshifting is not pos‐ sible if the engine speed is too high.
Page 76: Displays
Controls Displays Displays Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 77 Displays Controls Electronic displays Overview, instrument cluster Messages, e.g. Check Control 80 Miles/trip miles 83 Time 83 Selection list, e.g., radio 87 Range 83 Current fuel consumption 84 Computer 87 Energy recovery 84 Navigation display, see user's manual for External temperature 83 Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐ Transmission display 75 cation. Service requirements 84 Multifunctional instrument...
Page 78 Controls Displays At a glance Fuel gauge 82 Selection lists 87 Indicator/warning lamps 80 ECO PRO displays 180 Speedometer temperature 82 Variable displays Computer 87 Tachometer 82 Reset miles 83 Switching the change of display on and off With Professional Navigation System: You can set whether the instrument display switching zoom function on/off automatically changes to the ECO PRO or Switching...
Page 79 Displays Controls ECO PRO displays Speedometer Transmission display 75 Variable displays: ECO PRO Tips, Deceler‐ ▷ Blue: bonus range ation assistant instructions, Driver assist ▷ Gray: range system displays Efficiency display 180 In ECO PRO driving mode, the instrument dis‐ fuel consumption with more prominent repre‐ play switches to the ECO PRO displays.
Page 80 Controls Displays Sport displays Speedometer Shift lights, when appropriately equipped Tachometer Performance display Transmission display 75 Variable displays In the Sport and Sport+ modes, the instrument In addition, an acoustic signal may be output display switches to the sport displays. This and a text message may appear on the Control display supports a sporty driving style with Display.
Page 81 Displays Controls Overview: indicator/warning lamps Symbol Function or system Tire Pressure Monitor. Symbol Function or system Flat Tire Monitor. Turn signal. Safety belts. Parking brake. Airbag system. Parking brake in Canadian models. Steering system. Automatic hold. Engine functions. Front fog lamps. Engine functions in Canadian mod‐...
Page 82 Controls Displays Displaying stored Check Control The supplementary text of urgent messages is messages automatically displayed on the Control Display. "Vehicle Info" Symbols "Vehicle status" Depending on the Check Control message, the "Check Control" following functions can be selected. Select the text message. ▷...
Page 83 Displays Controls Coolant temperature Time If the coolant along with the engine becomes The time is displayed at the bot‐ too hot, a Check Control message is displayed. tom of the instrument cluster. Check the coolant level, refer to page 207. Setting the time and time for‐...
Page 84 Controls Displays Range when destination guidance is The current service requirements can be read activated in the navigation system out from the remote control by the service specialist. When destination guidance is With TeleService, data regarding the service activated in the navigation sys‐ status or legally mandated inspections of your tem, the range up to the desti‐...
Page 85 Displays Controls Automatic transmission: displays "§ Vehicle inspection" "Date:" Example Description Adjust the settings. Fuel efficient gear is engaged. Confirm. The entered date is stored. Shift into fuel efficient gear. Automatic Service Request Data regarding the service status or legally mandated inspections of the vehicle are auto‐...
Page 86 Controls Displays Speed limit detection signage is present, but passing would not be permitted. Current speed limit. Hints Personal judgment The system cannot serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of the traffic Speed limit detection is not situation.
Page 87 Displays Controls Activating a list and creating the ▷ When roads differ from the navigation, setting such as due to changes in the road net‐ work. ▷ When passing buses or trucks with a speed sticker. ▷ If the traffic signs are non-conforming. ▷...
Page 88 Controls Displays Information at a glance Average fuel consumption Repeatedly pressing the button on the turn The average fuel consumption is calculated for signal lever calls up the following information the period during which the engine is running. on the info display: The average fuel consumption is calculated for ▷...
Page 89 Displays Controls Displaying, setting or changing the Display on the Control Display limit Display the onboard computer or trip computer "Settings" on the Control Display. "Speed" "Vehicle Info" "Warning at:" "Onboard info" or "Trip computer" Turn the controller until the desired limit is Resetting the fuel consumption or displayed.
Page 90 Controls Displays Setting the time format Setting the voice dialog "Settings" Voice dialog for the voice activation system, refer to page 23. "Time/Date" "Format:" Units of measure Select the desired format. Setting the units of measure The time format is stored. To set the units for fuel consumption, route/ Date distance and temperature:...
Page 91: Lamps
Lamps Controls Lamps Vehicle equipment If the driver door is opened with the ignition switched off, the exterior lighting is automati‐ All standard, country-specific and optional cally switched off at these switch settings. equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter.
Page 92 Controls Lamps Setting the duration "Daytime running lamps" "Settings" The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. "Lighting" "Pathway lighting:" Roadside parking lamps Set the duration. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. Automatic headlamp control Switch position : the low beams are...
Page 93 Lamps Controls Activating The turning lamps are automatically switched on depending on the steering angle or the use of turn signals. To avoid blinding oncoming traffic, the Adap‐ tive Light Control does not swivel to the driv‐ er's side when the vehicle is at a standstill. When driving in reverse, only the turning lamp is active.
Page 94 Controls Lamps Fog lamps System limits Personal responsibility Front fog lamps The high-beam assistant cannot serve as The parking lamps or low beams must be a substitute for the driver's personal judgment switched on. of when to use the high beams. Therefore, manually switch off the high beams in situa‐...
Page 95 Lamps Controls ▷ "On": the speakers are always illumi‐ nated. Interior lamps Reading lamp Switching the interior lamps on and Press the button. To switch off permanently: press the button for approx. 3 seconds. Switch back on: press button. Reading lamps Press the button.
Page 96: Safety
Controls Safety Safety Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 97 Safety Controls ▷ Keep at a distance from the airbags. The ignition and inflation noise may lead to short-term and, in most cases, temporary ▷ Always grasp the steering wheel on the hearing impairment in sensitive individuals. steering wheel rim, holding your hands at the 3 o'clock and 9 o'clock positions, to In the case of a malfunction, deactivation keep the danger of injury to your hands or...
Page 98 Controls Safety Automatic deactivation of the front ▷ Do not place objects under the seat that passenger airbags could press against the seat from below. The system determines whether the front pas‐ Indicator lamp for the front passenger senger seat is occupied by measuring the re‐ airbags sistance of the human body.
Page 99 Safety Controls Strength of the driver's and front Supplementing the reinforced front windshield passenger airbag frame, the rollover protection system further increases passenger safety. The strength with which the driver's and front passenger airbags are triggered depends on Maintaining movement space the position of the driver's and front passenger Always keep the movement space of the seats.
Page 100 Controls Safety Proceed likewise with the second safety Always use wheels with TPM electronics to frame. ensure that the system will operate properly. Close the convertible top Status display In the event of malfunctions, deactivation The current status of the Tire Pressure Moni‐ or after deployment tor TPM can be displayed on the Control Dis‐...
Page 101 Safety Controls Carry out reset Do not continue driving without run-flat tires Reset the system after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or Do not continue driving if the vehicle is not wheel change. equipped with run-flat tires; continued driving may result in serious accidents.◀...
Page 102 Controls Safety Required inflation pressure check If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires message is correct, it is possible that a reset was not carried out for the Tire Pressure Monitor. In A Check Control message is displayed. that case, carry out a reset.
Page 103 Safety Controls Declaration according to NHTSA/ that prevent the TPMS from functioning prop‐ FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring erly. Always check the TPMS malfunction tell‐ System tale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement Each tire, including the spare (if provided) or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS should be checked monthly when cold and in‐...
Page 104 Controls Safety Do not initialize the system when driving with A natural, even pressure loss in all four tires snow chains. cannot be detected. Therefore, check the tire inflation pressure regularly. "Vehicle Info" The system could be delayed or malfunction in "Vehicle status"...
Page 105 Safety Controls Intelligent Safety have been initialized. In this case, initialize the system. The concept Possible driving distance with complete loss of tire inflation pressure: Depending on how the vehicle is equipped, In‐ telligent Safety consists of one or more of the The possible driving distance after a loss of tire following systems, which can help to avoid an inflation pressure depends on the cargo load...
Page 106 Controls Safety Detection range Press the button: the systems are switched off. The LED lights up. Settings can be made on the Control Display. Collision warning Depending on how the equipment is equipped, the collision warning system consists of one of the two systems: ▷...
Page 107 Safety Controls Camera The acute warning prompts the driver to inter‐ vene and, if there is the danger of a collision, is accompanied by a braking intervention. The braking intervention may be executed with maximum braking force and for a brief period only as necessary.
Page 108 Controls Safety Functional limitations Warning stages The system may not be fully functional in the Symbol Measure following situations: ▷ In heavy fog, rain, sprayed water or snow‐ The vehicle lights up red: prewarn‐ fall. ing. ▷ In tight curves. Increase distance.
Page 109 Safety Controls General information Switching on/off The system issues a two-phase warning of a Switching on automatically danger of collision with vehicles at speeds above approx. 3 mph/5 km/h. The time of these The system is automatically active every time warnings may vary depending on the current the engine is started using the Start/Stop but‐...
Page 110 Controls Safety of collision, the system can assist with a slight ▷ In tight curves. braking intervention. The intervention can ▷ If the driving stability control systems are bring a vehicle traveling at slow speed to a limited or deactivated, for example, DSC complete stop.
Page 111 Safety Controls General information Intelligent Safety button The system issues a warning with brightness staring at approx. 6 mph/10 km/h to approx. Camera 35 mph/60 km/h regarding a possible risk of collision with pedestrians and assists with a brake intervention shortly before a collision. It responds to persons that are within the de‐...
Page 112 Controls Safety The red symbol is displayed and a sig‐ ▷ Pedestrians that are not detected as such nal sounds. because of the viewing angle or contour. Intervene immediately by braking or ▷ Pedestrians outside of the detection range. making an evasive maneuver. ▷...
Page 113 Safety Controls Heat image In addition, the system also detects animals above a certain minimum size, e.g., deer. With heat image activated on the Control Dis‐ play: People detected by the system are displayed with a slight yellow hue. Animals detected by the system are displayed in a darker yellow.
Page 114 Controls Safety At a glance Press the button. Buttons in the vehicle The LED goes out. Switching on heat image additionally The heat image from the Night Vision camera can also be displayed on the Control Display. This function has no effect on object detec‐ tion.
Page 115 Safety Controls Warning area in front of the vehicle Acute warning The red symbol is displayed and a sig‐ nal sounds. Intervene immediately by braking or making an evasive maneuver. With animals no acute warning occurs. Display in the Head-up Display The warning is displayed simultane‐...
Page 116 Controls Safety At a glance ▷ Cyclists on unconventional bicycles (e.g., recumbent bicycles). Button in the vehicle ▷ After physical damage to the system, e.g., after an accident. Lane departure warning The concept Starting at a specific speed, this system alerts you when the vehicle on streets with lane markings is about to leave the lane.
Page 117 Safety Controls ▷ Arrows: at least one lane marking was de‐ ▷ When the windshield in front of the interior tected and warnings can be issued. rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐ ered with stickers, etc. ▷ During calibration of the camera immedi‐ Display in the instrument display ately after vehicle shipment.
Page 118 Controls Safety At a glance Display Button in the vehicle Information stage The dimmed lamp in the mirror housing indi‐ Active Blind Spot Detection cates when there are vehicles in the blind spot or approaching from behind. Radar sensors Warning If the turn signal is set while a vehicle is in the critical zone, the steering wheel vibrates briefly and the lamp in the mirror housing flashes...
Page 119 Safety Controls Attentiveness assistant ▷ NBG009014A. Compliance statement: The concept This device complies with part 15 of the FCC The system can detect increasing lack of alert‐ Rules. Operation is subject to the following ness or fatigue of the driver during long, mo‐ two conditions: notonous journeys, for example, on highways.
Page 120 Controls Safety Note After a break, another recommendation to take a break cannot be displayed until after approxi‐ Personal responsibility mately 45 minutes. The system cannot possibly serve as a substitute for the driver's personal judgment of System limits the traffic situation. The system may not al‐ The function may be limited in the following ways detect critical situations reliably and in a situations, for instance, and will either output...
Page 121 Safety Controls After coming to a halt, the brake is released automatically. Secure the vehicle against roll‐ ing. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 122: Driving Stability Control Systems
Controls Driving stability control systems Driving stability control systems Vehicle equipment Adaptive brake assistant All standard, country-specific and optional In combination with the Active Cruise Control, equipment that is offered in the model series is this system ensures that the brakes respond described in this chapter.
Page 123 Driving stability control systems Controls Adjust your driving style to the situation The indicator lamp lights up: DSC is deactivated. An appropriate driving style is always the responsibility of the driver. The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even DTC Dynamic Traction with DSC.
Page 124 Controls Driving stability control systems Indicator/warning lamps When DTC is activated, TRACTION is dis‐ played in the tachometer. The indicator lamp lights up: DTC Dy‐ namic Traction Control is activated. xDrive ▷ Press up the rocker switch to the point of xDrive is the all-wheel-drive system of your ve‐...
Page 125 Driving stability control systems Controls Display in the instrument cluster SPORT Sporty tuning for greater driving agility. The selected speed is displayed in the speedometer. COMFORT ▷ Green: the system is actively Comfort-oriented tuning for optimal comfort. braking the vehicle. ▷...
Page 126 Controls Driving stability control systems SPORT At speeds up to approx. 37 mph/60 km/h, e.g., in curves, the steering angle is increased, i.e., Consistently sporty tuning of the Integral Ac‐ steering becomes more direct. tive Steering for greater driving agility. The rear axle steering acts to increase maneu‐...
Page 127 Driving stability control systems Controls Automatic program change Activating TRACTION The system may automatically switch to COM‐ Press the button. FORT in the following situations: TRACTION is displayed in the tach‐ ▷ Failure of Integral Active Steering. ometer. ▷ Failure of Dynamic Damping Control. The DSC indicator lamp in the instrument clus‐...
Page 128 Controls Driving stability control systems The DSC OFF indicator lamp lights up: In certain situations, the system automatically Dynamic Traction Control is activated. changes to the NORMAL program, automatic program change, refer to page 127. SPORT COMFORT+ Consistently sporty tuning of the suspension Comfort-oriented tuning of the shock absorb‐...
Page 129 Driving stability control systems Controls Displays in the instrument cluster Selected program The selected program is dis‐ played in the tachometer. Program selection Pressing the button displays a list of the selectable programs. Display on the Control Display Program changes can be displayed briefly on the Control Display.
Page 130: Driving Comfort
Increase distance, refer to Even if some time passes before the vehicle page drives away again, the BMW can still be accel‐ Adjust distance, refer to erated automatically and simply. page As soon as the road is clear, it accelerates to the desired speed.
Page 131 Driving comfort Controls Camera Press the Function button Rocker switch: Change/maintain speed, refer to page Congestion Assistant ON/OFF, Pause, refer to page The arrangement of the buttons varies accord‐ The camera is located near the base of the ing to the how the vehicle is equipped or coun‐ mirror.
Page 132 Controls Driving comfort The displays go out. The stored desired speed When the system is switched on, the current and distance are deleted. speed is maintained and stored as the desired speed. Interrupting It is displayed in the speedometer and briefly displayed in the instrument cluster, Displays in Press the button on the steering the instrument cluster, refer to page 134.
Page 133 Driving comfort Controls Calling up the desired speed and If active, the displayed speed is stored and the distance vehicle reaches the stored speed if the road is clear. While driving ▷ Each time the rocker switch is pressed to the point of resistance, the desired speed Press the button with the system increases or decreases by approx.
Page 134 Controls Driving comfort Press on the accelerator briefly, or press Distance display the RES button or the rocker switch when Distance 4 the vehicle ahead of you drives away. This value is set after the system is Displays in the instrument cluster switched on.
Page 135 Driving comfort Controls Adjusting the Head-up Display, refer to ▷ Oncoming traffic. page 154. Swerving vehicles System limits Speed range Best results are achieved when using the sys‐ tem on well-developed roads and highways. The desired speed can be selected between 20 mph/30 km/h to 110 mph/180 km/h.
Page 136 Controls Driving comfort Therefore, drive into a curve at an appropriate ▷ This device may not cause harmful inter‐ speed. ference, and In tight curves, situations may result due to the ▷ this device must accept any interference restricted detection range of the system in received, including interference that may which a vehicle driving ahead of you may not cause undesired operation.
Page 137 Driving comfort Controls General information At a glance The congestion assistant determines speed Buttons on the steering wheel and distance from the vehicle in front via a ra‐ dar sensor and the position of the lane marking Press the Function via a camera.
Page 138 Controls Driving comfort Camera erwise, there is the danger of an accident oc‐ curring.◀ Press the button. The indicator goes out. Stored desired speed and distance are still kept by the ACC. The system no longer steers independently. Interrupting When active, press the button. The camera is located near the base of the mirror.
Page 139 Driving comfort Controls Adjust distance Symbol Description Press the button repeatedly until the Rolling bars: at least one functional desired distance is set. requirement is no longer satisfied. The system soon deactivates the Distance to vehicle ahead of you automatic steering. ACC on standby.
Page 140 Controls Driving comfort Switching off ▷ In heavy traffic. ▷ On slippery roads, in fog, snow or rain, or Deactivated or interrupted system on a loose road surface. If the system is deactivated or inter‐ Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehi‐ rupted, actively intervene by braking and, if cle and cause an accident.◀...
Page 141 Driving comfort Controls When the system is switched on, the current ▷ Pressing the rocker switch to the resist‐ speed is maintained and stored as the desired ance point and holding it there accelerates speed. or decelerates the vehicle without requiring pressure on the accelerator.
Page 142 Controls Driving comfort PDC Park Distance Control At a glance Button in the vehicle The concept PDC supports you when parking. Objects that you are approaching slowly in front of or be‐ hind your vehicle are indicated by: ▷ Signal tones. ▷...
Page 143 Driving comfort Controls Display The range of the sensors is represented in the colors red, green and yellow. Signal tones If the rearview camera image was selected last, When approaching an object, an intermittent it again appears on the display. To switch to tone is sounded that indicates the position of PDC: the object.
Page 144 Side View, refer to page 148. ▷ Top View, refer to page 146. The camera lens is located under the BMW Backup camera emblem of the trunk lid. The image quality may be impaired by dirt. The camera calibrates it‐...
Page 145 Driving comfort Controls Switching on/off Pathway and turning circle lines are dis‐ played. Switching on automatically ▷ Obstacle marking Select transmission position R with the engine "Obstacle marking" running. Spatially-shaped markings are displayed. The backup camera image is displayed if the system was switched on via the iDrive.
Page 146 Controls Driving comfort Obstacle marking Turn the steering wheel to the point where the pathway line covers the corresponding General information turning circle line. ▷ Spatially-shaped markings can be shown Display settings in the rearview camera image. Their colored steps match the markings of the Brightness PDC.
Page 147 Driving comfort Controls General information Cameras The image is captured by two cameras integrated in the exterior mirrors and by the backup camera. The range is at least 7 ft/2 m to the side and rear. In this way, obstacles up to the height of the exterior mirrors are detected early.
Page 148 Controls Driving comfort Displaying the turning circle and The backup camera image is displayed. The pathway lines setting is stored for the remote control cur‐ rently in use. ▷ The static, red turning circle line shows the space needed to the side of the vehicle Display when the steering wheel is turned all the way.
Page 149 Driving comfort Controls Switching on/off Check the traffic situation as well Check the traffic situation around the ve‐ Switching on/off manually hicle on blind driveways and intersections with your own eyes. Otherwise, an accident could Press the button. result from road users or objects located out‐ side the picture area of the Side View cam‐...
Page 150 Controls Driving comfort System limits Therefore, always be alert and ready to inter‐ vene; otherwise, there is the danger of an acci‐ The cameras capture a maximum range of dent occurring.◀ 330 ft/100 m. Transporting loads Loads that extend beyond the perimeter Parking assistant of the vehicle are not taken into account by the system during the parking procedure.
Page 151 Driving comfort Controls At a glance Switching on with reverse gear Shift into reverse. Button in the vehicle The current status of the parking space search is indicated on the Control Display. Activate: "Parking Assistant" Select the symbol in the Control Display. Switching off The system can be deactivated as follows: ▷...
Page 152 Controls Driving comfort The parking procedure is active. ▷ The parking procedure is ac‐ tive. Steering control has Steering control has been been seized. seized. ▷ Parking space search is always active Status of the parking space search whenever the vehicle is moving forwards slow and straight, even if the system is de‐...
Page 153 Driving comfort Controls Interrupting automatically ▷ On bumpy road surfaces such as gravel roads. The system is interrupted automatically in the following situations: ▷ On slippery ground. ▷ If the driver grasps the steering wheel or if ▷ On steep uphill or downhill grades. he takes over steering.
Page 154 Controls Driving comfort Head-up Display Display Overview The concept ▷ Speed. ▷ Navigation system. ▷ Check Control messages. ▷ Collision warning. ▷ Speed limit detection. ▷ Cruise control. ▷ Distance information. ▷ Congestion Assistant. This system projects important information ▷ Pedestrian warning.
Page 155 Driving comfort Controls Adjusting the height Hints "Settings" Personal responsibility "Head-Up Display" The display does not relieve the driver of the responsibility to adapt his or her distance "Height" and driving style to the traffic conditions. Main‐ Turn the controller. tain the prescribed safety distance.◀...
Page 156 Controls Driving comfort ▷ Display in the Head-up Display selected. ▷ Distance too short for longer than about 2 seconds. ▷ Speed greater than approx. 40 mph/70 km/h. Malfunction The system cannot be activated if the radar sensor is not aligned correctly. This may be caused by damage incurred during parking, for example.
Page 157: Climate Control
Climate control Controls Climate control Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 158 Controls Climate control Climate control functions in detail The cooling function, refer to page 159, is switched on automatically with the AUTO pro‐ Manual air distribution gram. At the same time, a condensation sensor con‐ Press the button repeatedly to select trols the program so as to prevent window a program: condensation as much as possible.
Page 159 Climate control Controls Defrosting windows and removing outside air and controls the shutoff auto‐ condensation matically. ▷ Right LED on, recirculated-air mode: the Press the button. supply of outside air into the vehicle is per‐ Ice and condensation are quickly re‐ manently blocked.
Page 160 Controls Climate control Current settings on the driver's side for the ▷ On the front passenger side: temperature, air volume, air distribution, and Press and hold the left button on AUTO program are transferred to the front the front passenger side. passenger side.
Page 161 Climate control Controls ▷ Thumbwheels for opening and closing the At external temperatures below 32 ℉/0 ℃, wa‐ vents continuously, arrows 3. ter vapor occurs that emerges from below the vehicle. Adjusting the ventilation Functional requirements ▷ Ventilation for cooling: Parked-car ventilation Adjust the vent to direct the air in your di‐...
Page 162 Controls Climate control Preselecting the departure time The range is best when the remote control is held upright and as high as possible. "Settings" "Climate" Switching on/off directly "Dep. time 1:" or "Dep. time 2:" Press the button until the green Set the desired time.
Page 163 Climate control Controls Use a suitable object to unclip the battery compartment, arrow 1. Remove the cover of the battery compart‐ ment; see arrow 2. Insert batteries of the same type. Press the cover closed. Take the used battery to a recycling center or to your service center.
Page 164: Interior Equipment
Controls Interior equipment Interior equipment Vehicle equipment Compatibility If this symbol is printed on the packag‐ All standard, country-specific and optional ing or in the instructions of the system equipment that is offered in the model series is to be controlled, the system is gener‐ described in this chapter.
Page 165 Interior equipment Controls erases all programming of the buttons on view mirror longer. If the LED on the interior the interior rearview mirror. rearview mirror starts flashing rapidly and then stays lit constantly for 2 seconds, the system Hold the hand-held transmitter for the sys‐ features an alternating-code system.
Page 166 Controls Interior equipment Likewise, press and hold the button of the proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes desired function on the hand-held trans‐ rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The mitter. functions cannot be deleted individually. Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐ rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐...
Page 167 Interior equipment Controls Connecting electrical In the front passenger footwell devices Hints Do not plug chargers into the socket Do not connect battery chargers to the factory-installed sockets in the vehicle as this may damage the battery.◀ Replace the cover after use Socket is located below the glove compart‐...
Page 168 Controls Interior equipment Stowing the ski bag necessary, when pulling the release, press against the insert. Proceed in the reverse order of loading. When replacing the insert, place both pins into the rail at the bottom and press the insert back in place until a 'click' is heard.
Page 169: Storage Compartments
Storage compartments Controls Storage compartments Vehicle equipment Glove compartment All standard, country-specific and optional Note equipment that is offered in the model series is Close the glove compartment again im‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ mediately ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 170 Controls Storage compartments Front center armrest Without Professional navigation system or TV: at a glance Opening A storage compartment is located in the center armrest between the front seats. The USB interface is located in the center arm‐ rest. Without Professional navigation Press the buttons next to the lock.
Page 171 Storage compartments Controls Connection for an external audio Lashing eyes device To secure the cargo, refer to page 178, there are lashing eyes in the cargo area. Description, see user's manual Storage compartment under the cargo for Navigation, Entertainment floor cover and Communication.
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Page 173: 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 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 174: Things To Remember When Driving
Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment Brake system Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐ All standard, country-specific and optional prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimized equipment that is offered in the model series is contact and wear patterns between brake described in this chapter.
Page 175 Things to remember when driving Driving tips exhaust system during driving, while in idle po‐ surface, ultimately undermining your ability to sition mode, or when parked. Such contact steer and brake the vehicle. could lead to a fire, and with it the risk of seri‐ Hydroplaning ous personal injury as well as property dam‐...
Page 176 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐ ▷ Infrequent use of the brakes. tened again after they were removed for clean‐ Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure ing, for example.◀ that must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the discs is not reached.
Page 177: Loading
Loading Driving tips Loading Vehicle equipment vehicle 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 178 Driving tips Loading Stowing cargo Heavy or hard objects should not be carried loose inside the car; otherwise, they could be ▷ Cover sharp edges and corners on the thrown around as a result of hard braking, sud‐ cargo. den swerves, etc., and endanger the occu‐ pants.◀...
Page 179: Saving Fuel
Saving fuel Driving tips Saving fuel Vehicle equipment Tires All standard, country-specific and optional General information equipment that is offered in the model series is Tires can affect fuel consumption values in described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ various ways, for instance fuel consumption ment is also described that is not available in a can be influenced by the size of the tires.
Page 180 Have the maintenance carried out by your Switch off the engine during service center. longer stops Please also note the BMW Maintenance Sys‐ Switch off the engine during longer stops, e.g., tem, refer to page 208. at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in traffic congestion.
Page 181 Saving fuel Driving tips Display in the instrument cluster "Configure ECO PRO" Configure the program. Display in the instrument display Via the iDrive When ECO PRO mode is activated, the display switches to a special configuration. "Settings" Some of the displays may differ from the dis‐ "ECO PRO mode"...
Page 182 Driving tips Saving fuel Indications on the Control Display The display switches to blue as soon as all conditions for fuel-economy-optimized driving EfficientDynamics are met. Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ ogy can be displayed during driving. ECO PRO Tip - driving instruction "Vehicle Info"...
Page 183 Saving fuel Driving tips Coasting ▷ Accelerator pedal and brake pedal are not operated. The concept ▷ The selector lever is in transmission posi‐ The system helps to conserve fuel. tion D. To do this, under certain conditions the engine ▷...
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Page 187: Mobility
Mobility In order to always ensure your mobility, you will find important information on operating fluids, wheels and tires, maintenance and Roadside Assistance in the following. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 188: 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, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 189 Refueling Mobility Open the cover on the right side trim. Pull the green knob with the fuel pump symbol. 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 190: Fuel
Mobility Fuel Fuel Vehicle equipment Gasoline quality BMW recommends AKI 91. All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is Minimum fuel grade described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ BMW recommends AKI 89. ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 191: 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 192, 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 192 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values up to 640i xDrive 100 mph/160 km/h Tire size Pressure specifica‐ 640i tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Tire size Pressure specifica‐ bar/PSI with cold tions in bar/PSI tires Specifications in bar/PSI with cold 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.4 / 35 2.7 / 39...
Page 193 Wheels and tires Mobility 650i 650i xDrive Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Specifications in bar/PSI with cold bar/PSI with cold tires tires 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.3 / 33 2.6 / 38 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.4 / 35...
Page 194 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure values over Tire size Pressure specifications 100 mph/160 km/h in bar/PSI Specifications in 640i bar/PSI with cold Without high-speed tuning feature tires Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.7 / 39 3.2 / 46 Specifications in...
Page 195 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Specifications in bar/PSI with cold bar/PSI with cold tires tires 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.7 / 39 3.0 / 44 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.8 / 41 3.2 / 46...
Page 196 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Specifications in Front: 245/45 R 18 2.5 / 36 bar/PSI with cold 96 Y RSC 2.7 / 39 tires Rear: 275/40 R 18 99 Y 245/45 R 18 100 V 2.3 / 33 2.8 / 41...
Page 197 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire size Pressure specifica‐ Tire size Pressure specifica‐ tions in bar/PSI tions in bar/PSI Front: 245/40 R 19 2.4 / 35 Front: 245/40 R 19 2.6 / 38 94 Y RSC 94 Y RSC 2.6 / 38 2.8 / 41 Rear: Rear:...
Page 198 Mobility Wheels and tires Tire age test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. DOT … 1013: the tire was manufactured in the 10th week 2013. The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, Recommendation and does not include acceleration, cornering,...
Page 199 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire tread ioning between the wheel and the road. Be careful to avoid road hazards and reduce your speed, especially if your vehicle is equipped Summer tires with low-profile tires. Do not drive with a tire tread depth of less than Indications of tire damage or other vehicle de‐...
Page 200 Mobility Wheels and tires Wheel and tire combination New tires Information on the correct wheel-tire combina‐ Due to technical factors associated with their tion and rim versions for your vehicle can be manufacture, tires do not achieve their full obtained from your service center. traction potential until after an initial breaking- in period.
Page 201 Wheels and tires Mobility Changing run-flat tires case of a flat tire. Your service center will be glad to advise you. For your own safety, only use run-flat tires. No spare tire is available in the case of a flat tire. Rotating wheels between axles Your service center will be glad to advise you.
Page 202 Mobility Wheels and tires Snow chain detection Activating/deactivating rear axle steering The concept If the status indicating that snow chains are in When using snow chains, settings should be use is activated, the rear axle steering is deac‐ made via the iDrive for the snow chains being tivated automatically.
Page 203: Engine Compartment
Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 204 Mobility Engine compartment Closing the hood Never reach into the engine compart‐ ment 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.
Page 205: Engine Oil
Engine oil Mobility Engine oil Vehicle equipment "Engine oil level" All standard, country-specific and optional Oil level display messages equipment that is offered in the model series is Different messages appear on the display de‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ pending on the oil level.
Page 206 Duration: approx. 1 minute. Approved oil types Gasoline engine Adding engine oil BMW High Performance SAE 5W-30. Filler neck BMW Longlife-01. BMW Longlife-01 FE. Additional information about the approved types of oils can be requested from the service center.
Page 207: Coolant
Coolant Mobility Coolant Vehicle equipment cess pressure to dissipate, and then open All standard, country-specific and optional equipment that is offered in the model series is described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e.
Page 208: Maintenance
This also applies changing the engine oil and the microfilter/ for safety-related functions and systems. activated-charcoal filter. BMW Maintenance System Service booklet The maintenance system directs you to re‐ Perform maintenance work at the service cen‐...
Page 209 Maintenance Mobility Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnosis Position There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehi‐ cle emissions. Emissions ▷ The warning lamp lights up: Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Page 210: Replacing Components
Mobility Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle equipment Replacing the wiper blades To change the wiper blades, fold up, refer All standard, country-specific and optional to page 71, the wiper arms. equipment that is offered in the model series is Fold up the wipers. described in this chapter.
Page 211 For checking and adjusting headlamp aim, as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. please contact your BMW center. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 212 Mobility Replacing components Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) shape, the bulb can only be inserted in one direction. Follow the general instructions on Lamps and bulbs, refer to page 210. Secure the bulb with the wire bracket. With Xenon-headlamps, the following lamps Connect the bulb.
Page 213 Replacing components Mobility These lights feature LED technology. 16-watt bulb, W16W Contact your service center in the event of a Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise. malfunction. Lamps in the trunk lid Access to the lamps Pull out the bulb and replace it. Mount the bulb holder and the cover of the trunk lid in reverse order.
Page 214 Mobility Replacing components Vehicle battery Starting aid terminals In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the Maintenance starting aid terminals, refer to page 218, in the engine compartment with the engine off. The battery is maintenance-free, i.e., the elec‐ trolyte will last for the life of the battery.
Page 215 Replacing components Mobility 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 216: Breakdown Assistance
The radio ready state is switched on. When the emergency request is received ▷ The Assist system is functional. at the BMW Response Center, the BMW Response Center contacts you and takes ▷ The SIM card integrated in the vehicle has further steps to help you.
Page 217 BMW Response Center. The first aid kit is located in the insert in the ▷ If the LED is flashing, but the BMW Re‐ rear seat backrest. sponse Center can no longer be heard via Pull the release in the direction of the ar‐...
Page 218 Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐ Connecting the cables cle. Pull off the cap of the BMW starting aid ter‐ Switch off any electronic systems/power minal. consumers in both vehicles. Attach one terminal clamp of the positive...
Page 219 Breakdown assistance Mobility Tow truck corresponding engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started. Starting the engine Never use spray fluids to start the engine. Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and let it run for several minutes at an in‐ creased idle speed.
Page 220 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 221: Care
Care Mobility Care Vehicle equipment Automatic car washes All standard, country-specific and optional Hints equipment that is offered in the model series is Do not use high pressure washing sys‐ described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐ tems ment is also described that is not available in a With washing systems operating at high pres‐...
Page 222 Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash; otherwise, the transmission position P is BMW recommends using cleaning and care engaged and damages can result.◀ products from BMW, since these have been tested and approved. To start the engine: Car care and cleaning products Depress the brake pedal.
Page 223 Care Mobility the convertible top in the convertible top Treat the convertible top with an impregnating well while the top is wet or frozen. agent after it has been washed three to five times. ▷ Remove water stains that may neverthe‐ less have appeared on the headliner using Suitable cleaners and car products can be ob‐...
Page 224 Mobility Care Caring for special components Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or solvents Light-alloy wheels Do not use cleansers that contain alcohol or When cleaning the vehicle, use only neutral solvents, such as lacquer thinners, heavy-duty wheel cleaners having a pH value from 5 to 9. grease removers, fuel, or such;...
Page 225 Care Mobility Sensors/cameras To clean sensors and cameras, use a cloth moistened with a small amount of glass cleaner. Displays/screens Clean the displays with an antistatic microfiber cloth. Cleaning displays Do not use chemical or household cleansers. Keep all fluids and moisture away from the unit.
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Page 227: Reference
Reference This chapter contains the technical data and an index that will quickly take you to the information you need. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 228: Technical Data
Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle equipment ment is also described that is not available in a vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional All standard, country-specific and optional equipment or country variant. This also applies equipment that is offered in the model series is for safety-related functions and systems.
Page 229 Technical data Reference Length, wheel base Wheelbase: 112.4 inches/2,855 mm Length: 192.8 inches/4,896 mm Smallest turning circle Dia.: 38.4 ft/11.7 m Weights 640i Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,115/2,320 Load lbs/kg 772/350 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,447/1,110 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,866/1,300 Cargo area capacity...
Page 230 Reference Technical data 640i xiDrive Approved gross vehicle weight lbs/kg 5,310/2,409 Load lbs/kg 770/349 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,625/1,191 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,890/1,311 Cargo area capacity cu ft/l 10.6/300 With cargo area partition flipped up cu ft/l 12.4/350 650i Approved gross vehicle weight...
Page 231 Technical data Reference Capacities Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 18.5/70 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 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 232: Everything From A To Z
Beverage holder, cu‐ control Automatic deactivation, front pholder Air pressure, tires passenger airbags BMW Assist, see user's Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ Automatic headlamp con‐ manual for Navigation, En‐ tion trol Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 910 721 - VI/13...
Page 233 Can holder, refer to Cu‐ Child restraint fixing system cation pholder LATCH BMW Homepage Car battery Child restraint fixing systems, BMW Internet page Car care products mounting BMW maintenance sys‐ Care, displays Child seat, mounting Care, vehicle Child seats Bonus range, ECO PRO...
Page 234 Reference Everything from A to Z Congestion Assistant Data, technical Driving mode ConnectedDrive, see user's Date Driving notes, general manual for Navigation, En‐ Daytime running lights Driving stability control sys‐ tertainment and Communi‐ Defrosting, refer to Windows, tems cation defrosting Driving tips ConnectedDrive Services Departure time, parked-car...
Page 235 Everything from A to Z Reference Emergency unlocking, trunk External temperature warn‐ Fuel consumption, current Fuel consumption, refer to Energy Control Eyes for securing cargo Average fuel consump‐ Energy recovery tion Engine, automatic Start/Stop Fuel filler flap function Fuel gauge Engine, automatic switch- Failure message, refer to Fuel quality...
Page 236 Reference Everything from A to Z Headlamps, care Indication of a flat Headlamp washer system tire 101, Head restraints Indicator and warning Jacking points for the vehicle Head restraints, front lamps jack Head-Up Display Individual air distribution Joystick, automatic transmis‐ Head-up Display, care Individual settings, refer to sion...
Page 237 Everything from A to Z Reference Light-emitting diodes, Manual operation, door Mounting of child restraint fix‐ LEDs lock ing systems Lighting Manual operation, exterior Multifunctional instrument Lighting, speaker mirrors display Lighting via remote con‐ Manual operation, fuel filler Multifunction steering wheel, trol flap buttons...
Page 238 Reference Everything from A to Z Onboard monitor, refer to Pedestrian detection, refer to Recommended tire Control Display Night Vision brands Onboard vehicle tool kit Pedestrian warning with city Refueling Opening and closing braking function Remaining range Opening and closing, from in‐ People detection, refer to Remote control/key side...
Page 239 Everything from A to Z Reference Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ Start function during malfunc‐ rors, steering wheel tion Safe braking Shifting, automatic transmis‐ Starting the engine Safety sion Status display, tires Safety belt reminder for driv‐ Shift Lights Status information, iDrive er's seat and front passen‐...
Page 240 Reference Everything from A to Z Telephone, see user's manual Traction control for Navigation, Entertain‐ TRACTION program, Dy‐ ment and Communication namic Driving Control Variable steering, Integral Ac‐ Temperature, automatic cli‐ Transmission, automatic tive Steering mate control Transporting children Vehicle battery Temperature display, external safely Vehicle battery, replac‐...
Page 241 Everything from A to Z Reference Wheels, Flat Tire Monitor Wheels, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM Width, vehicle Wind deflector Window defroster, rear Windows, powered Windshield, climate con‐ trol Windshield washer fluid Windshield washer noz‐ zles Windshield washer sys‐ Windshield wiper Windshield wipers, fold-out position Winter storage, care...
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