Bmw 645Ci Coupe 2005 Bedienungsanleitung

The UltimateDriving MachineOwner's Manualfor VehicleContentsA - ZOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 445 - © 09/04 BMW AG

At a glanceThis overview of buttons, switches anddisplays is intended to familiarize you withyour vehicle's operating environment.The section wil

Controls 99Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility The activation time is activated and the LED lights up.The

Practical interior accessories100Practical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote control*The conceptThe integrated universal remote control

Controls 101Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityYou can operate the system when the ignition key is in posi

Practical interior accessories102Center armrestA storage compartment is located in the arm-rest between the front seats. This compartment is integrate

Controls 103Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCup holdersThe compartment of the rear center console conta

Practical interior accessories104SocketIn front passenger footwellAccess to the socket: Fold the cover upward.Ski bag*It permits safe and clean transp

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Driving tipsThis section is designed to provide you withextra support by supplying informationuseful in dealing with specific drivingand operating con

Things to remember when driving108Things to remember when drivingBreaking-inMoving parts need time to adjust to one another. To ensure that your vehic

Cockpit10Cockpit All around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 Convertible: opening and closing rear window 372 Convertible: opening and clos

Driving tips 109Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityMobile communication devices in vehicleBMW advises against

Things to remember when driving110Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other objects to protrude into the area around the accelerator and brake peda

Driving tips 111Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLoadThe permitted load is the total of the weight of occupa

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NavigationThis chapter describes how you can enterdestinations and specify your route so thatyour navigation system guides you reliablyto your destina

Starting navigation system114Starting navigation systemYour navigation system can use satellites to ascertain the precise position of your vehicle and

Navigation Driving tips 115Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDestination entryIn entering your destination you can sele

Destination entry1163. Select "Enter address" and press the con-troller.The system also supports you with the follow-ing features:> If yo

Navigation Driving tips 117Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility3. Select the zip code and press the controller. The corre

Destination entry1183. Select "Input map" and press the controller.A section of a map is displayed on the Con-trol Display:> During desti

At a glance 11Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility7 Buttons on steering wheel 8 Instrument cluster 1210 Igniti

Navigation Driving tips 119Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility4. Selecting location:> "On destination">

Destination entry120Address bookOpening address bookControl Center, for principle details, refer to page 16.Select "Address book" and press

Navigation Driving tips 121Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility2. Select the entry and press the controller.To start dest

Destination entry122Storing home addressYou can store your current position or the cur-rent destination as a home address in the address book. This en

Navigation Driving tips 123Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilitytraffic congestion, the route can also be calculated so th

Destination guidance124Destination guidanceStarting destination guidanceControl Center, for principle details, refer to page 16.1. Select "Naviga

Navigation Driving tips 125Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityTerminating/continuing destination guidanceControl Center,

Destination guidance126Destination guidance through voice instructionsSwitching voice instructions on/offControl Center, for principle details, refer

Navigation Driving tips 127Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDisplaying routeYou have the option of displaying various

Destination guidance128Bypassing route sectionsDuring destination guidance, you can revise the navigation system's route recommendations to avoid

Cockpit12Instrument cluster 1 Indicator lamps for turn signals 132 Speedometer3 Indicator and warning lamps 134 Display for active cruise control*645

Navigation Driving tips 129Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityWhat to do if …What to do if …> a navigation DVD is ins

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EntertainmentOperation of the radio and CDas well as their tone settingsare described in this chapter.EntertainmentOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0

On/off and tone132On/off and toneThe following audio sources have shared controls and setting options:> Radio Business> CD player> CD changer

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 133Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility2. Move the controller backward to open "Entertainment

On/off and tone134The tone settings can also be selected if you have opened "Entertainment" in the start menu:Select "Set" or &quo

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 135Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility2. Select "Concert hall" or "Theater".3

Radio136RadioYour radio provides reception of the FM and AM wavebands.Listening to the radioPress the button if the sound output is switched off.Contr

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 137Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityTo change between these different selection criteria of sta

Radio138Updating stations with best receptionIf you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set, you can u

At a glance 13Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIndicator and warning lamps The conceptIndicator and warning

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 139Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityThe stations of the last selection criterion are displayed

Radio140Satellite radio*You can receive up to 100 different channels with high sound quality.The channels are offered to you in predefined packages. T

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 141Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilitySelecting and storing channel1. Select "SAT" and

Radio142Storing channel1. Select desired channel.2. Press the controller.Other menu items are displayed.3. Select "Store" and press the cont

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 143Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityCD player and CD changerListening to CDsCD player: starting

CD player and CD changer144CD changer: starting CD1. Fill the CD magazine and insert, refer to page 145.Control Center, for principle details, refer t

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 145Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility2. Select "Repeat" and press the controller.The c

CD player and CD changer146Inserting/removing CDs from CD magazineWhen inserting or removing CDs, remember to hold them only by their edges, taking ca

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Cockpit14All around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 158 445 - © 09/04 BMW AG

CommunicationsThis chapter summarizes how to operateyour BMW portable phone via theControl Center or voice control and howto use BMW Assist or TeleSer

Telephoning150Telephoning Safety notesFor your own safety Your car phone makes life more convenient in many ways, and can even save lives in an emer-g

151EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityyour portable phone.To avoid possible short circuits, after

Telephoning152Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16.1. Press the button.This opens the start menu.2. Move the controller forward t

153EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility2. Press the controller.Other menu items are displayed.3. S

Telephoning154Four lists are available:> "Top 8"The eight numbers called most frequently via the list "A - Z" are automatically

155EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility3. Select "Delete all numbers" and press the cont

Telephoning1562. Select "Options" and press the controller.3. Select "Call sender" and press the control-ler.The selected sender i

157EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityVolume adjustment You can adjust the volume for the instruc

Telephoning158Having entries read aloud* and selectingYou can have all the entries of your voice phone book read aloud in the order of input and selec

At a glance 15Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1 Coupe: glass sunroof, electric with raise function*372 Mic

159EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityTeleService , BMW AssistTeleServiceTeleService supports you

TeleService, BMW Assist1605. Select "Service Status" and press the con-troller.6. Select "Enable services" and press the con-troll

161EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility5. Select "Service notification" and press the co

TeleService, BMW Assist1625. Select the desired BMW center.> "Service Request"> "Customer Relations"6. Press the controller.

163EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityDisplaying vehicle dataWhen TeleService or BMW Assist is ac

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MobilityThis section helps you maintain your mobilityby supplying important information on vitaltopics including fuels and lubricants,wheels and tires

Refueling166RefuelingAlways switch off the engine before refu-eling. If you do not, fuel cannot be dis-pensed into the tank and a message on the Contr

Mobility 167Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentFuel specificationsThe engine uses unleaded gasoline only.R

Wheels and tires168Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressureInformation for your safetyIt is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving c

Control Center16Control Center The Control Center groups the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from

Mobility 169Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment645Ci Coupe645Ci ConvertibleTire size Pressure specificatio

Wheels and tires170Tire identification marksKnowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.T

Mobility 171Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentheat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified

Wheels and tires172Run-flat tiresYou will recognize run-flat tires by the circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side-wall.Run-flat tires c

Mobility 173Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentRun-flat tiresIf you switch from summer to winter tires, or

Under the hood174Under the hoodNever attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required, professional technical

Mobility 175Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentEngine compartment1 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to To

Under the hood176Topping off engine oilWait until the level has dropped to just above the lower dipstick mark before adding oil. When it falls to this

Mobility 177Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment2. Turn the cap of the expansion tank counter-clockwise to

Maintenance178MaintenanceThe BMW Maintenance SystemThe BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BM

At a glance 17Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEntertainment> Radio> CD player and CD changer*Climate

Mobility 179Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentOBD SocketThe Onboard Diagnostics OBD interface socket is l

Replacing components180Replacing componentsOnboard tool kitThe onboard tool kit is located in the luggage compartment under the floor mat.Wiper blade

Mobility 181Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentHigh beams, parking lampsThe illustration shows the front l

Replacing components182SidemarkerBulb 5 watts, WY5W STThe bulb can be replaced via a cover at the front of the wheel well, refer to the description fo

Mobility 183Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment1. Push a screwdriver from the left under the lamp and leve

Replacing components184Power failureFollowing a temporary interruption of the power supply, the operation of some equipment is lim-ited and must be re

Mobility 185Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentGiving and receiving assistanceEmergency call*Conditions fo

Giving and receiving assistance186Warning triangle*The warning triangle can be found in the lug-gage compartment on the left side.Comply with legal re

Mobility 187Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentPreparing1. Check whether the battery of the other vehicle

Giving and receiving assistance188Towing and tow-startingAlways observe all applicable towing laws and regulations.<Never allow passengers to ride

Control Center185 A symbol indicates the last selected menu item of the start menu: CommunicationNavigation or onboard informationEntertainmentClimate

Mobility 189Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment> When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will exert later

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ReferenceThis chapter contains the technical data,the short commands of the voice commandsystem and the index which helps you find theinformation you

Technical data192Technical dataEngine specificationsWeightsNever exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. 645CiDisplacementN

Reference 193At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCoupe: dimensionsAll dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turnin

Technical data194Convertible: dimensionsAll dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning circle diameter: 37.4 ft/11.4 mOnline Edition for Part-No. 01 41

Reference 195At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCapacitiesNotesFuel tankReservegal/litersgal/litersapprox. 1

Short commands of the voice command system196Short commands of the voice command systemWith short commands you can carry out certain functions directl

Reference 197At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOnboard informationEntertainmentClimateChanging scale 127 {S

Short commands of the voice command system198 menuFunction CommandOpening "Door locks" 29, 31 {Door locks}Opening "Steering wheel butto

645CiOwner's Manual for VehicleCongratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enh

At a glance 19Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySelecting menu items and making adjustments 1 Selecting indi

199Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEverything from A to ZIndex"..." Identifies Contr

Everything from A to Z200Audio 132– controls 132– switching on/off 132– tone control 133– volume 133Automatic– air distribution 95– air volume 95– cru

Reference 201At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCCalifornia law– Event Data Recorders 179California Proposit

Everything from A to Z202Cold start, refer to Starting engine 54"Communication" 152"Communication settings" 159Compact disc– refer

Reference 203At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDestination for navigation– destination list 119– entry 115–

Everything from A to Z204Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation– convertible top 41– door lock 31– driver's door 31– fuel filler door 166

Reference 205At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityGGarage-door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote co

Everything from A to Z206Inflation pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 168Inflation pressure monitoring, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 84Informati

Reference 207At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityMM+S tires, refer to Winter tires 172Maintenance, refer to t

Everything from A to Z208New keys 28"New route" 128New wheels and tires 172"Next entertainment source" 51Nozzles– refer to Ventila

Control Center20Status information 1 Display* for manual or automatic air distri-bution on driver's side and passenger side2 Display for:> Ent

Reference 209At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityPressure monitoring of tires, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 84P

Everything from A to Z210SSafety belts 48– damage 49– indicator lamp 49– sitting safely 44Safety belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 48Safety syste

Reference 211At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySMG Sequential manual transmission 56– acceleration assistan

Everything from A to Z212TeleService 159– enabling 159– services offered 160Temperature display– ice warning 69– outside temperature 69– setting measu

Reference 213At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityVVehicle– battery 183– breaking-in 108– care, refer to the C

RefuelingTo ensure that you always have all the essential data at hand when refueling, we recommend that you fill in the following tables with the spe

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At a glance 21Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityClosing assistance window:1. Move the controller to the righ

Voice command system22Voice command system The conceptThe voice command system allows you to con-trol operation of various vehicle systems with-out e

At a glance 23Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility This symbol appears on the Control Display when you can inp

Voice command system24NotesThe portable phone can also be operated by voice commands, refer to page 156.<For voice commands, bear the following in

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ControlsThis chapter is intended to provide you withinformation for complete control of your vehicle.Its extensive array of features and accessories,b

Opening and closing28Opening and closingThe key set1 Every master key with remote control con-tains an extended-life battery as a power supply, which

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Controls 29Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe following settings mentioned last are also called up dur

Opening and closing30Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle.7. Press the controller.The setting is stored for the remote control cur-rent

Controls 31Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitythis remote control during an extended drive; this will rech

Opening and closing323. Select "Door locks" and press the control-ler.4. Select "Central locking" and press the con-troller.5. Sel

Controls 33Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening from insidePress the button:The luggage compartment

Opening and closing34If special circumstances should make it abso-lutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the luggage compartment lid open:1. Cou

Controls 35Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIndicator lamp displays> The indicator lamp below the int

Opening and closing36Coupe: opening and closing windowsIgnition key in position 1 or greater, refer to page 54:> Press the switch up to the resista

Controls 37Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityRear windowIgnition key in position 1 or greater, refer to p

Opening and closing38Raising and closing glass sunroofIgnition key in position 1 or greater, refer to page 54:> Briefly press the switch:The sunroo

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityContentsThe fastest way to find specific topics is to use the i

Controls 39Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityGrasp behind the cover, arrows 2 and pull firmly downward.2.

Opening and closing40dren away from the travel path of the convert-ible top.For safety reasons, only operate the convertible top when the vehicle is a

Controls 41Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIf the opening or closing action is not completed, the lugga

Opening and closing422. Grasp the top with both hands at the left and right side frame, arrow 3.Lifting the convertible top at parts other than the si

Controls 43Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityBefore installing1. Remove the wind deflector from the prote

Adjustments44AdjustmentsSitting safelyThe ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The sit-ting positio

Controls 45Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOn the front passenger side as well, do not tilt the backres

Adjustments46Seat, mirror and steering wheel memoryYou can store and select three different adjust-ment settings for the driver's seat, exterior

Controls 47Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTo cancel the request: Select "Deactivated" and pr

Adjustments48Adjusting tilt angleSwivel the head restraints.Entry to the rearBefore starting to drive, fold backrests back, otherwise there is the dan

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's ManualWe have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as qu

Controls 49Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityFasteningMake sure you hear the latch plate engage in the be

Adjustments501 Adjustments2 Switching over to the respective other mir-ror or to the automatic parking function, refer to Tilting down passenger'

Controls 51Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySteering wheel heater*In ignition key position 2, press the

Transporting children safely52Transporting children safelyThe right place for childrenChildren always in the rearAccident research shows that the safe

Controls 53Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityInformation regarding this is located near the buckle latch

Driving54DrivingIgnition lock0 Steering lockedThe key can only be inserted or removed in this position.After removing the key, turn the steering wheel

Controls 55Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySMG Sequential manual transmission* and automatic transmissi

Driving56Vehicles with manual or SMG transmission: When parking on inclines, engage the hand-brake, as even engaging the first or reverse gear might n

Controls 57Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityGear displayR N 1 to 6The currently engaged gear is displaye

Driving58Automatic transmission with Steptronic*In addition to the fully automatic mode, you can also shift manually with Steptronic, refer to page 58

5Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe individual vehicleOn purchasing your BMW, you have decide

Controls 59Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityrecommended for a performance-oriented driv-ing style. It is

Driving60Turn signals/headlamp flasher1 High beams2 Headlamp flasher3 Turn signalsUsing turn signalsMove the lever beyond the resistance point.To swit

Controls 61Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe system reverts to operation at normal speed whenever the

Driving62One lever for all functions1 Maintaining speed, storing speed, and accelerating2 Maintaining speed, storing speed, and decelerating3 Interrup

Controls 63Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitycially on longer trips, the system can reduce fatigue and te

Driving64Displays in instrument cluster1 Stored desired speed display2 Detected vehicle display. Lights up when vehicle driving ahead is detected3 Sel

Controls 65Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDeactivate systemPress the lever up or down while the system

Driving66Things to know about active cruise controlAs with conventional cruise control sys-tems, active cruise control in no way diminishes or substit

Controls 67Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityActive cruise control may brake when you reduce the stored d

Driving68Swerving vehiclesWhen a vehicle moves from an adjacent lane into your lane, active cruise control will not recognize this vehicle until it is

Notes6For your own safetyMaintenance and repairAdvanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires specia

Controls 69Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEverything under controlOdometer, outside temperature displa

Everything under control70Engine oil thermometerThe engine oil temperature is between approx. 1607/70 6 and approx. 3407/1706 during normal operation.

Controls 71Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySymbolsNo service is currently required.The deadline for ser

Everything under control72An example of a message is given below:In instrument cluster This symbol means that a Check Control message has been generat

Controls 73Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDisplaying stored messagesUsing CHECK button1. Press the but

Everything under control74ComputerRequesting informationAs of ignition key position 1, you can use the BC button in the turn signal lever to call up c

Controls 75Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityComputerSelect "Onboard info" and press the contro

Everything under control761. Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the con-troller.2. Select a menu item:>

Controls 77Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityStopwatchControl Center, for principle details, refer to pag

Everything under control783. Select "Units" and press the controller.4. Select the menu item to be set.5. Press the controller.6. Select the

7Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityService and warrantyWe recommend that you read this publicati

Controls 79Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Select "Date" and press the controller.4. Selec

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety80Technology for comfort, convenience and safetyPDC Park Distance Control*The conceptThe PDC assists you

Controls 81Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1. Press button.This opens the start menu.2. Press the cont

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety82Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the brake application. When the brak

Controls 83Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTo controlThe indicator lamp flashes: DSC or DTC controls th

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety84Flat Tire MonitorThe conceptThe Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the infla-tion pressures in the four

Controls 85Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityReport of a flat tireThe warning lamp lights up in red. A me

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety86Initializing system1. Start the engine.2. With the vehicle stationary, turn the steer-ing wheel from t

Controls 87Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDo not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the a

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety882. Press the rollover protection unit halfway down from above.3. Let go of the release.4. Press the ro

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Controls 89Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySelecting displaysControl Center, for principle details, ref

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety90Care instructionsYou can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the Caring for y

Controls 91Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLampsParking lamps/low beams0 Lights off1 Parking lamps2 Low

Lamps92The low beams remain on independent of the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the fog lamps.With the daytime driving lamps activate

Controls 93Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe fog lamps are switched off whenever the high beams are s

A congenial climate94A congenial climate1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows2 Air for the upper body area, refer to Ventilation o

Controls 95Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe current setting for air distribution is dis-played on th

A congenial climate96it off while also increasing the air volume as required.The recirculated-air mode should not be used over a longer period of time

Controls 97Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTo select the front passenger area: Move the controller to t

A congenial climate98Independent ventilationThe independent ventilation blows air into the passenger compartment to lower interior tem-peratures.The i