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Page 1 Owner's Manual Contents for Vehicle A - Z The Ultimate Driving Machine Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 3 This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 4 Order No. 01 41 0 157 980 US English II/04, 04 03 460 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Everything from A to Z Practical interior accessories Driving tips Things to remember when driving Navigation Starting navigation system Destination entry Destination guidance What to do if … Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 6: The Fastest Way To Find Specific Topics Is
Symbols on vehicle components www.bmwusa.com. Indicates that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Man- ual for information on a particular part or assembly. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 7: The Individual Vehicle
Owner's Manual. equipment. Should your BMW be equipped with fea- tures or accessories not described in this manual, please consult the enclosed Sup- plementary Owner's Manual(s). Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 9: Reporting Safety Defects
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other informa- tion about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 11: At A Glance
The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 12: Cockpit
High beams, windows together headlamp flasher Convertible: opening and closing back Roadside parking lamps windows Opening and closing front windows Check Control Adjusting exterior mirrors Computer Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 13 Press briefly: select entry in "A - Z", control "Top 8", "Redial", "Received calls" or Adaptive Head Light "Missed calls" Instrument lighting Individually programmable Front fog lamps Individually programmable Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 14 Speed for cruise control Odometer and trip odometer > > Time/date Check Control message present > > Outside temperature Fuel gauge > Resetting the trip odometer to zero Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 15: Indicator And Warning Lamps
BMW center at the earliest possible opportunity Service Engine Soon indicator lamp for Canadian models Front fog lamps Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 16 All around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 17 21 Opening the start menu on the Maximum cooling Control Display 22 Dynamic Driving Control Residual heat mode Switching off automatic climate control Air volume Defrosting windows Rear window defroster Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 18: Control Center
When you turn the controller, you feel a and dates for statutory emission and clicking. This helps you to select the vehicle inspections. desired menu item. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 19 Pressing the Entertainment controller opens the menu. Climate Opening start menu menu Press button. To open the start menu from the menu: Press the button twice. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 20 2 seconds. The menu in the rel- evant direction is opened Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 21 Additional information can be displayed in the assistance window: The computer or the travel computer > The travel route in vehicles with naviga- > tion system The current location. > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 22: Voice Command System
Control Center, refer to page 73. This symbol on the Control Display and an acoustic message indicate that you can enter voice commands. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 23 {Radio on} or {Switch on radio}. With short commands you can carry out certain functions directly, regardless of which menu item is selected, refer to page 194. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 24 Avoid other sources of noise in the > vehicle while speaking, and ask other vehicle occupants to refrain from talk- ing while you are using the system. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 25: Controls
Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance...
Page 27: Controls
Its extensive array of features and accessories, both for driving and for your own safety, comfort and convenience, are described here. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 28: Opening And Closing
Replacement keys Doors > Additional or replacement keys are avail- Compartment in the front center con- > able at your BMW center. sole Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 29 2 in/5 cm able to unlock the vehicle from the outside Convertible: the windows and the con- > at all times.< vertible top are opened. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 30 Any unauthorized modifications or Select the desired signal changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equip- ment.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 31 Select "Door locks" and press the con- driver's door. troller Select "Central locking" and press the controller Select "Lock after driving" "Relock door if not opened" Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 32: Luggage Compartment Lid
The spare key, refer to page 26, does Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 33 Otherwise, exhaust fumes could penetrate master keys with remote control, refer to the interior of the vehicle.< page 26, match the luggage compartment lid lock. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 34: Alarm System
The convertible top cannot be control, refer to page opened if the convertible top com- or turn the ignition key to position 1. > partment floor is folded up.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 36 Press the switch up to the resistance > point: The window continues to move down- wards as long as you continue to hold the switch Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 38 For information on using the convenience operation mode at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page or 29. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 39 20 mph/30 km/h. To do so, press and hold the correspond- button.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 40 Do not interrupt and continue the closing action several times in succession, as oth- Closing erwise the fully automatic top mechanism Indicator lamp can be damaged. Opening Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 41 2 as far as slightly; fully lower the rear window. it will go If the rear window cannot be opened using the switch, it must be lowered manually: Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 42 From the interior, take out the cover in the center of the front top frame; use the screwdriver if necessary Insert the Allen wrench in the appropri- ate opening Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 43 Guide the rear mounts 2 into the recep- tion points Push the securing pin 3 on the left side until it snaps into place in the appropri- ate opening, refer to arrow Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 44: Adjustments
– usually tempo- rary – hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals. For airbag locations and additional infor- mation on airbags, refer to page 81. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 45 Press the switch forwards or back- > wards: increase or decrease curvature Press the switch up or down: shift cur- > vature at top or bottom. Inclination Longitudinal direction Height Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 46 Select "Door locks" and press the con- adjustment in any direction, refer to troller page 48. Select "Central locking" and press the controller Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 47: Front Head Restraints
> Adjust the head restraints so that they are To lower: move the switch downwards. > centered roughly at the level of your ears.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 48: Entry To The Rear
At the same time, an addi- safety belt can be stored there. This tional message appears on the Control Dis- enables you to fasten the safety belt more play. conveniently. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 49: Heated Seats
To switch off: The warning can also take place if Maintain pressure on the button for several objects are placed on the passenger seconds. seat.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 50: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Storing the steering-wheel position, refer > depending on the light occurring when to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory, the vehicle is being driven forward page 44. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 51 Select "Steering wheel buttons" and open the vehicle, the last adjustment is press the controller. applied. You can operate the selected function using the corresponding button. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 53: Transporting Children Safely
Always read and follow the instructions that on the Coupe. Your BMW center will be come with the system. glad to advise you.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 54 Depending on identified by flags. the location selected for sitting in the rear passenger area, attach the tether strap to Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 55 LATCH support braces in the seat. Pull the installation guide to remove. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 56: Driving
The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 57: Switching Off Engine
Engage first or reverse gear. lower the lever. If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to engage the handbrake while the vehicle is in motion, Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 58: Manual Transmission
Select only when the vehicle is completely R: Reverse gear > stationary. When pressing the gearshift N: Neutral, idle > lever to the left, overcome some resis- tance. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 59 Driving off is also possible in second gear, only when they will result in a plausible e.g. when the roadway is icy. combination of engine and vehicle Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 60: Automatic Transmission With Steptronic
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle repre- sents a potential safety hazard.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 61: Dynamic Driving Control
+ or –, the Steptronic shifts gear With automatic transmission: and manual operation is activated. The The Sport program is activated. > instrument cluster shows M1 through M6. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 62 Open the menu Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller Select "Lighting" and press the control- Select "Triple turn signal activation" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 63: Wiper System
The rain sensor is automatically deacti- brief period. vated when you switch off the ignition. When the vehicle lighting system is switched on, the headlamps are also Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 64: Washer Fluid
– e.g. snow, rain, ice, loose road surface – that do not permit a constant speed.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 65 Displays in instrument cluster Display for stored speed with cruise control activated Digital speedometer. Briefly displays the selected speed Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 66: Everything Under Control
+37.57/+36, e.g. on bridges and shaded roads.< Odometer and trip odometer 2 To reset the trip odometer to zero: Press button 3 in the instrument cluster. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 67: Engine Oil Thermometer
Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/ 50 km, as otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 68: Check Control
Select "Service requirements" and provide you with the information you need press the controller to decide on the best way to respond. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 69 If a number of mal- functions occur simultaneously, they are displayed in succession. These messages cannot be deleted, and they remain on the Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 70 Select "Service" and press the control- Select "Check Control messages" and press the controller. The stored mes- sages appear on the display Select the desired message and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 71 You can choose between two display below 30 miles/50 km, as otherwise engine options: functions are not ensured and damage can Computer occur.< > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 72 Move the controller to the right to Driving time > change to the assistance window and Elapsed distance > press the controller Average speed > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 73: Speed Limit
Limit is activated. open "Car Data" Select "Car Data" and press the con- troller Select "Limit" and press the controller Select the speed and press the control- Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 74: Settings On Control Display
The brightness is automatically adapted to Select "Display settings" and press the the ambient lighting conditions. However, controller you can change the base setting. Select "Units" and press the controller Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 75 Select the desired language and press The hour signal is activated. the controller. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last adjustment is applied. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 76 Select the desired format and press the controller. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last adjustment is applied. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 77: Technology For Comfort, Convenience And Safety
PDC with visual warning* You also enjoy the option of having the sys- tem show distances to objects on the Con- trol Display. The Control Display will also Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 78: Driving Stability Control Systems
Even when sensors are involved, there is a blind spot in which Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 79 When driving with snow chains. > Reactivating DSC Press the DSC button briefly; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 80 The vehicle will switch off the engine as soon as possible. remain completely operational, however, In this case the oil level in the reservoir may without DSC. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 82: Brake Force Display
In critical situations, the system can make targeted changes to the steering angle pro- vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 83 The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensitive individuals. This effect is usually only temporary. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 84 Use the same procedure for the second restraints move out within fractions of a rollover bar. second. Have the rollover protection system checked after unexpected triggering. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 85: Head-Up Display
Select "HUD selection" and press the controller Select desired information of Head-Up Display Switching on/off Ignition key in position 2: Press the button to activate or deactivate this system. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 86 Notes The recognizability of the displays in the Head-Up Display is influenced by: Sunglasses with certain polarization > filters Certain seating positions > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 87: Lamps
With the daytime driving lamps activated, the low beams are always switched on in Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 88: Adaptive Head Light
The green indica- tor lamp lights up whenever the fog lamps are on. The fog lamps are switched off whenever the high beams are switched on. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 89: Interior Lamps
If you want the interior lamps to remain off continuously, maintain pressure on the but- ton for approx. 3 seconds. To revert to normal operation, briefly press the button. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 90: Congenial Climate
11 Residual heat mode Air to footwell 12 AUTO program Setting the temperature, left side of 13 Outside air/AUC Automatic recircu- passenger compartment lated-air control/recirculated air Maximum cooling Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 91 A pleasant rarily suspending the supply of outside air. adjustment is 72 7/226. The system then recirculates the air cur- When you start the vehicle, this Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 92 Manual air distribution You can combine your air distribution your- self and also individually adjust the air tem- perature in the upper body area. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 93 When the convertible top is opened, the for the front passenger: convertible program can also be selected. Move the controller to the right. In the convertible program, the automatic Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 94: Independent Ventilation
Your BMW center replaces this combined filter as a standard part of your scheduled maintenance. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 95 Activating activation timer Move the controller to the left or right to select "Time 1" or "Time 2" and press the controller. The activation time is activated. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 96: Practical Interior Accessories
Center or call 1-800-355-3515. change the distance You can also visit these websites: www.bmwusa.com or To program other original hand-held www.homelink.com. transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 97: Glove Compartment
The flashlight is located on the left side of have approx. 30 seconds for step 5 the glove compartment. The flashlight can remain there continu- ously. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 98: Storage Compartments
When suspending clothing from the hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, they Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 99: Cup Holders
200 W at 12 V. Avoid dam- aging the socket due to inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 100: Ski Bag
Press the button in the luggage com- partment Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 101 Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance...
Page 103: Driving Tips
Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 104: Things To Remember When Driving
Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge of water can form between tires and Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 106: Cargo Loading
Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX lbs. or YYY kg Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 107 Never exceed either the approved gross vehicle weight or either of the approved axle loads, refer to page 190, as excessive loads can pose a safety hazard, and may Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 109: Navigation
Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 110: Starting Navigation System
Move the controller to the right to open Press button 1. "Navigation" The DVD is ejected from the navigation Select "Navigation" and press the con- computer troller. Remove the DVD. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 111: Displaying Current Position
Select and press the controller. continually updated as you drive. You can also have the current position displayed on a map, refer to page 120. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 112: Destination Entry
Select "Enter address" and press the In order to be able to start the destination controller. guidance, at least the city of destination or its zip code must be entered. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 113 Destination guidance starts immediately. If destination guidance is not to be started immediately: Select "Add to destination list" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 114 Control Display: During destination guidance, around > the current destination With the destination guidance deac- > Press the controller. tivated, around the last destination entered Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 115: Destination List
To start destination guidance: > Select "Start guidance". Press the controller The destination guidance is Select the desired type of destination, started such as "Hotels and restaurants" Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 116: Address Book
Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: Select "Address book" and press the controller Select "New address" and press the controller Select "Address book" and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 117 Select the entry and press the control- ler. Select "Delete address" and press the controller. To start destination guidance: Select "Start guidance" and press the con- troller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 118 DVD. As a result, the routes recommended by the navigation system may not always be the same ones that you would choose based on personal experience. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 119: Wordmatch Principle
The system only accepts name entries > beginning with letters that are stored on the navigation DVD. The system will not accept nonexistent names and addresses. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 120: Destination Guidance
After the route has been calculated, desti- nation guidance is indicated by arrows or a route map on the Control Display. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 121: Displaying Route
Displaying arrow view Select "Navigation" and press the con- troller Select "Arrow display" and press the controller. The voice instructions are switched on. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 122 Turn the controller to enter the desired towns/cities on your route displayed when- number of miles/kilometers and press ever the destination guidance is active. the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 123 To exit from the menu without changing the route: Select and press the controller "Calculate" is used to recalculate the route. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 124: What To Do If
It will take approx. 10 minutes for the town entered. Enter any street, or a system to resume operation. destination such as the railway station etc., then start the destination guidance Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 125: Entertainment
Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance...
Page 127: Entertainment
Entertainment Operation of the radio and CD as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 128: On/Off And Tone
CD changer Drive for navigation DVD Operation using Control Center Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: Press button. The start menu is opened Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 129: Adjusting Volume
Press button 1 on the CD player. This symbol on the Control Display indicates that sound output is switched off. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 130 You can set the right/left and front/rear Select "Concert hall" and press the volume balance in the same manner as controller. "Treble / Bass". LOGIC7 spatial sound is switched on. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 131 Move the controller to the left or right to select the desired frequency range Turn the controller until the desired set- ting is selected. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 132: Radio
"Entertainment" "Autostore": > Select "FM" or "AM" The six strongest stations, refer to page "Presets": > Stations you have stored, refer to page 132. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 133 To start the scan, press the button for a longer period. The scan mode begins with the currently selected frequency. The system plays a brief sample from each radio station. Scan starts. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 134: Storing Stations
Press the controller. The station is stored. The display of the stations with the stron- gest reception is updated. The stations are displayed based on their frequencies. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 135: Satellite Radio
To receive the chan- rupted, it can take some time before the nels of your choice, you must have this station names appear. combination enabled. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 136 Selecting and storing channel Select "SAT" and press the controller. The channels are displayed. These channels are enabled. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 137 Other menu items are displayed The channels of this category are dis- Select "Store" and press the controller. played Select a channel marked with this symbol "Presets" is displayed Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 138 Service should resume normally after the source of signal unavailability has been cleared.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 139: Cd Player And Cd Changer
The start menu is opened page Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: Press button. The start menu is opened Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment" Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 140: Selecting A Track
Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16: To exit the menu: Select a track by turning the controller. Select and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 141: Repeating A Track
This cancels the scan, and the selected track remains. Select the current music track and press the controller Select "repeat track" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 142 Insert the CD in a CD slot with the labeled side facing upwards. To remove: Pull out the desired drawer, refer to arrow, and remove the corresponding CD. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 143 Do not use a combined CD/DVD, e.g. Plus , as otherwise the CD/DVD can jam and is no longer ejected.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 145: Communications
This chapter summarizes how you operate your BMW portable phone via the Control Center or voice control and how you use BMW Assist or TeleService. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 146: Telephoning
BMW portable phone if the antenna is dam- shielded against high-frequency energy.< aged. Contact between your skin and a Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 147: Operating Options
BMW portable phone via the vehicle. Removing portable phone Press button 1. For information on operating your portable phone, please consult the separate Owner's Manual.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 148 The Control Center > Voice control. > Volume adjustment Move the controller forwards to open "Communication". Turn the button during a call to select the desired volume. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 149 Move the controller to the right to select played. and press the controller Select "Dial number" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 150 Select "Phone" and press the controller Select "A - Z" and press the controller Select the desired entry Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 151 Dialing from a list To select an entry and establish a connec- tion: Select "Phone" and press the controller Select the list: Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 152 Select "Keypad" and press the control- The text message is displayed. Select the desired digits and press the controller. Each digit is sent immediately. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 153 Symbols used {...} Identifies voice commands. {{...}} Identifies instructions generated by the system. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 154 The connection to the desired sub- {Input unlock code}. scriber is established. The dialog for entering the unlock code is started Speak unlock code {Send unlock code}. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 155 {Dial name}. The dialog for selecting an entry is called up Speak the name on request Confirm the prompt with {Yes}. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 156 Avoid other sources of noise in the > vehicle while speaking, and ask other vehicle occupants to refrain from talk- ing while you are using the system. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 157: Teleservice, Bmw Assist
The installed car phone is logged on to a portable telephone network. This network must be able to transmit the services. Select "Service Status" and press the controller Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 158 Open the start menu the data of CBS Condition Based Ser- vice. Press the controller to open the menu Select "Service" and press the control- Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 159 If the current position can be deter- controller. mined, the current vehicle location is Contact to the desired BMW center is displayed established. Select "Start service" and press the controller. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 160 BMW Assist once again to re-establish. in the following ways: Update services > Enable roaming. > The range of foreign services is trans- ferred automatically. This can involve additional costs. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 161: Displaying Vehicle Data
Select "BMW Service settings" and press the controller Select "Profile" and press the control- ler. To adapt the color designation and the license plate number, contact your BMW center. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 164: Refueling
A loose or missing cap will activate the message Check Gas Cap on the Control Display.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 165: Fuel Specifications
Failure to comply with these recommenda- tions may also result in unscheduled main- tenance.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 166: Wheels And Tires
The tires must be at ambient temperature. The inflation pressures, provided on a label affixed to the B-pillar, are visible when the driver's door is open. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 167 – Rear: 275/30 R 20 93 Y – 38/260 – 46/320 More details on the permitted load and weights can be found on page 190. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 168: Tire Identification Marks
6 years at the latest, even if a tire age of 10 years is possible. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 169: Tire Condition
0.063 in/1.6 mm. At tread other road users alike.< depths below 0.12 in/3 mm there is an Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 170: New Wheels And Tires
If unusual vibrations occur while the vehicle sible. is being driven, this can indicate final failure Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 171: Snow Chains
Have this work performed by skilled professionals only. The technicians at your BMW center will be glad to assist you with Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 172: Under The Hood
Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Opening Press the release handle and open the engine hood. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 173: Engine Compartment
Excess oil can damage the engine. After approx. 5 minutes, pull the dipstick 3 out and wipe it off with a clean lint-free cloth, paper towel, or similar material Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 174 Turn the cap of the expansion tank cases.< counterclockwise to allow any accumu- lated pressure to escape, then continue turning to open Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 175: Brake System
Control Display. The brake pads have reached their minimum pad thickness. Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible. Warning lamp for Canadian models. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 176: Maintenance
Engine oil > Brakes, front and rear separately > Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter > Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 177 Care Important information on care and main- tenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 178: Rules And Regulations
BMW center as soon as possible. Severe engine misfire over only a short period of time can seriously damage emissions control components, especially the catalytic converter. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 179 If the filler cap is subse- quently tightened, the indicator lamp should go out within a few days.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 180: Replacing Components
If you are not familiar with the specified procedures, have the replacements carried out at your BMW center. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 181 1 can be replaced via the engine compartment, and turn signal lamp 2 via the wheel well. Location of the bulb holder of turn sig- nal lamp 2, refer to arrow Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 182 LEDs. The backup lamps are fitted with longlife bulbs. Please con- tact a BMW center in case of a malfunc- tion.< Bulb 5 watts, WY 5 W Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 183: Changing A Wheel
Individual settings are also lost and have to be updated: Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 184 1 and pull out the parti- tion upwards, arrow 2 Press the coupling downwards, arrow 3, and fold the lid 4 forwards. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 185: Giving And Receiving Assistance
The automatic emergency call is not affected by the but- ton being pressed. For technical reasons, the emergency call cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 186: Warning Triangle
Carefully adhere to the following sequence, both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles, and to guard against pos- sible personal injuries.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 187 Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle for any reason.< Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 188 Clearance and maneuvering capability > impossible to steer the vehicle. There is no will be strictly limited in corners power assist with the engine stopped. This Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 189 184. Switch on the hazard warning flashers, comply with country-specific regula- tions Turn the ignition key to position 2 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 191: Reference
This chapter includes the section with technical data, the short commands of the voice command system a well as the manual's index. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 192: Technical Data
Convertible: with convertible top com- – 12.4/350 partment floor up, refer to page Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 193 Coupe: dimensions All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning circle diameter: 37.4 ft/11.4 m. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 194 Convertible: dimensions All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning circle diameter: 37.4 ft/11.4 m. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 195 Window and headlamp For details: page washer system quarts/liters approx. 5.3/5 Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters 8.5/8 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil Oil grades: page Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 196: Short Commands Of The Voice Command System
Displaying the route map {Map view} {Map facing north} or {Map direction of travel} Changing scale {Scale ... kilometers} Displaying streets and town/cities of the {Route list} route Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 197 Function Command Opening "Vent settings" {Vent settings} Opening "Parked car ventilation" {Parked car operation} Opening "Automatic ventilation" {Automatic ventilation} Displaying the activation times {Activation time} Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 198 Opening "Languages" 73, {Language} Opening "Time" {Time} Opening "Date" {Date} Opening "Climate control" {Climate control} Opening "PDC" {PDC} Opening "FTM" {FTM} Opening "Entertainment settings" {Entertainment settings} Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 199: Everything From A To Z
– switching on/off – storing current "All doors" 27 – volume location All-season tires, refer to "Add to destination Winter tires list" 111 Altering stretch of road Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 200 BMW maintenance "Brightness" 72 Average fuel system Buttons on the steering consumption "BMW Service" 157 wheel – setting units "BMW Service Average speed settings" 155 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 201 – selecting a track Cold start, refer to to the Caring for your – switching on/off Starting the engine vehicle brochure – volume "Communication" 146 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 202 150 format "Delete data" for – setting time and date navigation 116 – start menu "Delete" for portable – status information phone 149 – symbols Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 203 Directory for navigation, DTC Dynamic Traction – glass roof refer to Address Control – luggage compartment book – activating lid 30, Disc brakes – indicator lamp 13, Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 204 "Equalizer", refer to – warning lamp with Steptronic Adjusting the tone 129 Flooding, refer to – SMG Sequential manual "ESN" 134 Water on roads transmission Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 205 Heated mirrors Increasing luggage "Input map" 112 Heated rear window compartment capacity, Installation location Heated seats Convertible – CD changer Heated steering wheel – portable phone Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 206 Manual air distribution Locking and unlocking Manual mode with doors automatic transmission – from inside with Steptronic – from outside "Manual" on the radio 131 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 207 Onboard tool kit Control Center – terminating/continuing "On destination" 113 "Monitor display on" 76 destination guidance "On location" 113 – voice instructions – volume adjustment Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 208 – touch tone dialing "random directory" in audio low beams – use in vehicle, refer to mode 140 – replacing the Mobile communication bulbs 178, devices in vehicle Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 209 Control Center "repeat track" in audio – list "Screen on / off" 49 mode 139 – selecting Screw-on valve caps Replacement fuses – selecting criteria Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 210 Sliding/tilt roof, refer to "Start" for stopwatch 72 "Service Request" 157 Glass roof, electric with "Start guidance" 111, 118 raise function Starting assistance, refer to Jump-starting Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 211 – services offered – winter tires Loading Temperature "Tone" 128 "Street" for destination adjustment Tone in audio mode entry 111 – adjusting – middle setting Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 212 Minimum tread depth – voice instructions "Treble", refer to Volume adjustment in audio Adjusting the tone 128 mode, front-to-rear "Trip computer" 70 Volume of the luggage compartment Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 213 Coupe – rear window, Convertible Windshield washer nozzles Windshield washer system, refer to Washer/wiper system Windshield wiper blade replacement Windshield wipers, refer to Wiper/washer system Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 215 1.6 US quarts/1.5 liters. Tire inflation pressures Summer tires Winter tires Front Rear Front Rear Up to 4 persons 4 persons plus luggage Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...
Page 216 More about BMW The Ultimate bmwusa.com Driving Machine Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG...

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