Bmw M3 Convertible 2009 Bedienungsanleitung

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Climate98switched on. In the Convertible program, the automatic air conditioning system is optimized for driving with the top open. In addition, the a

Controls 99Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDefrosting windows and removing condensationQuickly removes

Climate100The parked car ventilation remains switched on for approx. 30 minutes. Two different switch-on times can be preselected. The system can also

Controls 101Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityPractical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote c

Practical interior accessories102The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter.You can ope

Controls 103Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDigital compass*1 Adjustment button2 DisplayThe display sho

Practical interior accessories104> The compass direction shown does not change although the direction of travel does.> Not all compass direction

Controls 105Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityUSB interface for data transmissionPort for importing and e

Practical interior accessories106> Storage compartment with cover> Cup holdersCoupe: clothes hooksPress the upper edge to flip open.Items of clo

Controls 107Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEmptyingLift out the insert.LighterWith the engine running

At a glanceThis overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with your vehicle'soperating environment. The section wi

Practical interior accessories108Coupe: socket in the cargo bay*Open the cap.Coupe:Through-loading systemOpening1. To release the rear seat backrest,

Controls 109Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityFolding down the rear seat backrestYou can fold down the re

Practical interior accessories110ConvertibleDepending on your vehicle's equipment, the following storage spaces can be found in the cargo bay:>

Controls 111Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySecure the ski bag in the manner described, otherwise it co

Practical interior accessories1125. Insert the latch plate of the retaining strap into the belt buckle under the transport bag.6. Load the transport b

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Driving tipsThis section provides you with informationuseful in dealing with specific driving andoperating conditions.Driving tipsba8_E9293M3_cic.book

Things to remember when driving116Things to remember when drivingBreak-in periodMoving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. Please fol

Driving tips 117Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitying, take care to avoid possible contact between the hot ex

Cockpit10CockpitAround the steering wheel: controls and displays4 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 485 Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic curb

Things to remember when driving118during brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached.This can also lead to a permanent loss in ride comfort

Driving tips 119Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLoadThe permissible load is the total of the weight of occu

Things to remember when driving120safety hazard, and may also place you in viola-tion of traffic safety laws. Heavy or hard objects should not be carr

Driving tips 121Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityBMW M3 engineeringHigh performance V8 engineThe high-revvin

BMW M3 engineering122Driving on a race trackBMW recommends the following measures before driving on a race track:> Participate in a BMW driver trai

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NavigationThis chapter describes how you canenter destinations and specify your routeso that your navigation system guides youreliably to your destina

Navigation system126Navigation systemGeneral informationWith the help of satellites, the navigation sys-tem is able to ascertain the precise position

Navigation Driving tips 127Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDestination entryIn entering your destination you can sele

At a glance 11Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility8 Instrument cluster 1211 Ignition lock 5512 Buttons on the

Destination entry128Delete letters, if necessary:> To delete individual letters:Turn the controller to select , and then press the controller.>

Navigation Driving tips 129Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility3. Change to the list of house numbers.4. Select a house n

Destination entry1303. Highlight the entry.4. Open "Options".5. "Edit in Contacts" or "Delete entry".Using home address

Navigation Driving tips 131Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility1. "Search destination"2. Select the location wh

Destination entry1321. "Navigation"2. "Map"3. Open "Options".4. "Display Points of Interest"5. Select the sett

Navigation Driving tips 133Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityaddition, pressing the controller makes further functions

Destination entry134Example: to enter a destination in a state/prov-ince as a complete word, the system language must be English.Speak smoothly and at

Navigation Driving tips 135Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityStarting the tripAfter entering all of the intermediate de

Destination entry136> Names of towns entered may differ from the official versions if you are using a spelling that is customary in another country

Navigation Driving tips 137Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDestination guidanceStarting destination guidance1. "

Cockpit12Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Indicator lamps for turn signals3 Indicator and warning lamps 134 Tachometer 685 Shift Lights* 626 Engine oi

Destination guidance138of traffic obstructions. The system does not point out traffic obstructions along the original route.Depending on the type of r

Navigation Driving tips 139Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility1. "Navigation"2. "Map"3. Select the

Destination guidance140Automatic scaling of the mapIn the map display facing north, turn the control-ler in any direction until AUTO is displayed as t

Navigation Driving tips 141Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility3. To exit from the menu:Move the controller to the left.H

Destination guidance142Selecting a detour1. "Navigation"2. "Traffic Info"3. Select the traffic obstruction that is to be taken int

Navigation Driving tips 143Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityWhat to do if …What to do if …> The current position ca

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EntertainmentOperation of the radio, CD equipment andexternal audio devices as well as their tonesettings are described in this chapter.Entertainmentb

On/off and tone146On/off and toneThe following audio and video sources share the same control elements and adjustments:> Radio> CD player> CD

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 147Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityOpening the tone settings1. "Radio" or "CD/M

At a glance 13Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIndicator and warning lampsThe conceptIndicator and warning

On/off and tone148Adjustments1. "Volume settings"2. Select the desired volume setting.3. To adjust: turn the controller.4. To store: press t

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 149Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityRadioYour radio provides reception of the FM and AM waveban

Radio1504. Select the desired memory location.The station is stored.The stations are stored for the remote control currently in use.Via programmable m

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 151Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityStored stationsStoring a station1. "Presets"2. &q

Satellite radio152Satellite radioYou can receive over 100 different channels with high sound quality.The channels are offered to you in predefined pac

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 153Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilitySelecting a channelSelecting a channel1. "Satellite ra

CD player and CD changer154CD player and CD changerCD/DVD playbackInserting a CD/DVDInsert the CD/DVD into the drive with the printed side up. The CD/

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 155Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityAudio CDsSelect the desired track to begin playback.CDs wit

CD player and CD changer156Fast forward/reverse Press and hold the button for the corre-sponding direction.Video playback*Country codesOnly DVDs with

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 157Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityThe Video menu is displayed:In fast forward/reverse: the sp

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CD player and CD changer1584. "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color"5. Turn the controller until the desired setting is dis

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 159Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityInserting/removing CDs from the CD magazineWhen loading CDs

CD player and CD changer160DVDs cannot be played or can only be played to a limited extent.CareClean the reflective signal side of CDs/DVDs as needed

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 161Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityMusic collectionStoring musicMusic tracks from CDs and DVDs

Music collection162Storing from a USB deviceThe entire content of the USB device is stored in the music collection as an album. After stor-ing, the tr

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 163Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityTop 50List of the 50 most frequently played tracks.1. "

Music collection164Updating album information via BMW Search*1. Highlight the desired album.2. Open "Options".3. "Update album data onl

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 165Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityAUX-IN portYou can connect an external audio device, for in

USB-audio interface/mobile phone audio interface166USB-audio interface/mobile phone audio interfaceConnectable devicesiPod/iPhone, mobile phone or USB

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 167Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility3. Select the symbol.The name of the audio device may appe

At a glance 15Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1 Microphone for voice activation system* and for telephone

USB-audio interface/mobile phone audio interface168vided that this is supported by the audio device. Therefore, do not connect the USB audio device to

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 169Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityba8_E9293M3_cic.book Seite 169 Dienstag, 19. August 2008

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CommunicationsThis chapter describes how to use thetelephone, BMW Assist and TeleService.Communicationsba8_E9293M3_cic.book Seite 171 Dienstag, 19.

Telephone172TelephoneThe conceptYour BMW is equipped with a Full preparation package mobile phone. After pairing a suitable mobile phone with the vehi

173EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility> Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle, refer to page 1

Telephone174If the pairing was successful, the mobile phone appears at the top of the list of mobile phones.As soon as a mobile phone is detected by t

175EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilitycan be used in combination with the mobile phone, e.g. a la

Telephone176Rejecting a call"Reject"The caller is diverted to your mailbox if it has been activated.Ending a callPress the button on the s

177EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility> Call on hold: indicated by a green handsetTo switch to

iDrive16iDriveiDrive integrates the functions of a large num-ber of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a single central positio

Telephone178Dialing the number via iDrive1. "Telephone"2. "Redial"3. Select the desired entry.4. The connection is established.Del

179EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityDepending on the type of mobile phone you are using, it may

Telephone180Turn the button during an instruction.This volume for the instructions is maintained, even if the other audio sources are set to mini-mum

181EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilitySelecting an entryThe connection to the phone number of the

Telephone182To conserve battery power, you should avoid using the mobile phone when the ignition is switched off.<Removing mobile phonePress the bu

183EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityContactsYou can create and edit contacts. The contacts of t

Contacts184search is offered. A symbol indicates the stor-age location of the contacts:Displaying the detailed viewSelect the desired contact. All fie

185EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityBMW AssistConcierge service*When you call the BMW Assist Co

BMW Assist186Starting Roadside AssistanceVehicle not equipped with BMW Assist or BMW TeleService1. "BMW Assist"2. "TeleService Diagnosi

187EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityStarting BMW Search1. "BMW Assist"2. "BMW Se

At a glance 17Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityButtons on the controllerOperating principleWith the ignitio

BMW Assist188Navigating with the mouse pointer1. Select the symbol.2. Use the mouse pointer to navigate on the page.> To move the mouse pointer: m

189EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilitySettingsSuppressing cookies1. Open "Options".2. &

BMW Assist1901. "Vehicle Info"2. "Vehicle status"3. Open "Options".4. "Last Service Request"BMW center*Address

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MobilityThis section helps you maintain your car'smobility by supplying important informationon vital topics including fuels and lubricants,wheel

Refueling194RefuelingAlways switch off the engine before refu-eling, otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the tank and a message will be displayed.<T

Mobility 195Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment> reduced efficiency of the fuel-vapor recov-ery system.

Wheels and tires196Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressuresInformation for your safetyIt is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving

Mobility 197Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentCoupe: tire inflation pressuresConvertible: tire inflation

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iDrive18Move the controller to the left or right to change between the panels.White arrows pointing to the left or right indi-cate that additional pan

Wheels and tires198Tire identification marksKnowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires.T

Mobility 199Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentTemperatureThe temperature grades are A, the highest, B, an

Wheels and tires200work is not carried out properly, there is a dan-ger of subsequent damage and related safety hazards. Make sure that the new wheels

Mobility 201Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentand other mixed tire sizes, swapping wheels between the axl

Under the hood202Under the hoodDo not work on the car unless you pos-sess the necessary technical knowledge. If you are unfamiliar with the statutory

Mobility 203Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentImportant parts of the engine compartment1 Expansion tank f

Under the hood204Press button 4 in the turn indicator lever repeat-edly until the oil level display appears in the instrument cluster.M dual clutch tr

Mobility 205Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment3. "Engine oil level"Possible messages> "

Under the hood206Viscosity ratingsViscosity is a measure of an oil's flow rating and is categorized in SAE classes.Approved oils belong to the 10

Mobility 207Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMaintenanceBMW Maintenance SystemThe BMW Maintenance System

At a glance 19Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4. Turn the controller until "Time:" is high-light

Maintenance208Socket for On-Board Diagnosis OBDPrimary components that make up exhaust emissions can be checked by a device via the OBD socket.This so

Mobility 209Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentCareCare productsRegular cleaning and care contributes sign

Care210eras, e.g. Park Distance Control, for an extended period and maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.<Manual car washWhen washing the ve

Mobility 211Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentLight-alloy wheelsFor technical reasons, dust is generated

Care212Do not use chemical or abrasive house-hold cleaning agents. Keep all types of fluid away from the device. Otherwise, surfaces or electrical com

Mobility 213Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentReplacing componentsOnboard tool kitCoupeThe onboard tool k

Replacing components214For care of the headlamps, please follow the instructions in the chapter entitled 'Care'.If the routine for changing

Mobility 215Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment3. Push the wire bracket out of the anchor towards the righ

Replacing components2163. Turn signal indicator: apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replacement.Backup lam

Mobility 217Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentConvertible1. Take the warning triangle out of its holder,

iDrive201. Move the controller to the right repeatedly until the split screen content is selected.2. Select the display.Programmable memory keysCertai

Replacing components218Components of the M Mobility System1 Sealant bottle and label with speed restric-tion2 Filling hose from sealant bottle to whee

Mobility 219Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentDo not exceed a speed of 35 mph/60 km/h. If possible, do no

Replacing components220secure the battery against tipping over during transport.<Power failureAfter a temporary power loss, the functioning of some

Mobility 221Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentGiving and receiving assistanceEmergency Request*Conditions

Giving and receiving assistance222First aid pouch*Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life. Therefore, check

Mobility 223Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentPreparation1. Check whether the battery of the other vehicl

Giving and receiving assistance224Using a tow fittingThe screw-in tow fitting must always be carried in the car. It can be screwed in at the front or

Mobility 225Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentAttach the tow bar to the tow fittings only, as attaching i

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ReferenceThis chapter contains technical data, shortcommands for the voice activation system andan index that will help you find information mostquick

At a glance 21Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLetters and numbersEntering letters and numbers1. Turn the c

Technical data228Technical dataEngine dataM3Displacement cu in/cmμ 244/3,999Number of cylinders 8Maximum power output hp 414at engine speed rpm 8,300

Reference 229At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDimensionsCoupeAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest t

Technical data230ConvertibleAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle dia.: 38 ft 5 in/11.7 m.ba8_E9293M3_cic.book Seite 230 Dienst

Reference 231At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityWeightsCoupeConvertibleCapacitiesM3Approved gross weight lbs

Short commands for the voice activation system232Short commands for the voice activation systemWith short commands you can carry out certain functions

Reference 233At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityMusic collectionExternal devicesTone controlRadioFMSelecting

Short commands for the voice activation system234AMWeather BandSatellite radioStored stationsTelephoneFunction CommandCalling up AM {A M}Playing AM {A

Reference 235At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityNavigationGeneral informationMapFunction CommandNavigation m

Short commands for the voice activation system236Split screen settingsContactsBMW AssistFunction CommandSplit screen {Switch on splitscreen}Switching

Reference 237At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityVehicle informationSettingsVehicleEquipmentFunction CommandO

Voice activation system22Voice activation systemThe conceptThe voice activation system allows you to con-trol operation of various vehicle systems wit

Everything from A-Z238Everything from A-ZIndex"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions and refers you to t

Reference 239At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityBBackrest contour, refer to Lumbar support 43Backrests, refe

Everything from A-Z240Care 209– automatic car washes 209– care products 209– carpets 211– CD/DVD drives 212– chrome parts 210– displays 211– exterior

Reference 241At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCondition Based Service CBS 207Configuring settings, refer t

Everything from A-Z242Displacement, refer to Engine data 228Display, refer to iDrive controls 16Display lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 94Displ

Reference 243At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityExterior mirrors 48– adjusting 48– automatic dimming feature

Everything from A-Z244Heated– mirrors 49– rear window 99– seats 46Heating– mirrors 49– rear window 99– residual heat 98– seats 46Heating and ventilati

Reference 245At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityKKey, refer to Remote control 26Keyless go, refer to Conveni

Everything from A-Z246Mirror dimming feature 49Mirrors 48– automatic curb monitor 49– exterior mirrors 48– heating 49– interior rearview mirror 49– me

Reference 247At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityPPaintwork care 210Park assistant, refer to Park Distance Co

At a glance 23Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIn dialogs that call for a text of your choice, the procedur

Everything from A-Z248Reverse gear 59– manual transmission 58Road map 139Roadside Assistance 185, 221Roadside parking lamps 94Roadworthiness test, ref

Reference 249At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityShuffled, refer to Random– CD changer 155– CD player 155Side

Everything from A-Z250Temperature– automatic climate control 97– changing unit of measure 71– coolant, refer to Coolant temperature 69Temperature disp

Reference 251At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTriple turn signal activation 64Trip odometer 68Trunk lid, r

Everything from A-Z252Wiper system 65Word-matching principle for navigation 137Work in the engine compartment 202Wrench/screwdriver, refer to Onboard

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ControlsThis chapter is intended to provide you withinformation for complete control of your vehicle.All features and accessories that are useful ford

Opening and closing26Opening and closingRemote controlEach remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when it is i

Controls 27Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility> Calling up the preferred program of the M Engine Dynami

M3 Owner's Manual for VehicleCongratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW M3.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with en

Opening and closing28Setting unlocking characteristicsYou can set whether only the driver's door or the entire vehicle is to be unlocked when the

Controls 29Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitythe retractable hardtop when it is open to ease loading of t

Opening and closing30Opening and closing:Using the door lockYou can set the way in which the car is unlocked, refer to page 27.CoupeIn vehicles withou

Controls 31Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityvehicle after a brief time if no door has been opened.> &

Opening and closing32Locking separatelyPush the switch in the direction of arrow 1. The luggage compartment lid is locked and cannot be unlocked using

Controls 33Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityArming and disarmingWhen you lock or unlock the vehicle, eit

Opening and closing34the interior motion sensor are switched off until the next time the vehicle is unlocked and subse-quently locked again.Convenient

Controls 35Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIf the vehicle detects that a remote con-trol has been accid

Opening and closing36> Press the switch beyond the resistance point:The window opens automatically. Press the switch again to stop the opening move

Controls 37Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitythe window reopens slightly if the closing force exceeds a c

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Opening and closing381. Unclip the front of the cover of the interior lamps using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 213.2. Inse

Controls 39Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityfrom the cargo bay beforehand to avoid water stains or soili

Opening and closing40InterruptionThe automatic sequence of movements is interrupted if the switch for hardtop operation is released. The sequence can

Controls 41Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityRemoving the wind deflectorProceed in the reverse order as u

Adjustments42AdjustmentsSitting safelyThe ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In con-junction with

Controls 43Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityaccident.On the front passenger seat as well, do not incline

Adjustments44Backrest width*You can change the width of the backrest to suit your individual preferences by adjusting the lat-eral-support pads.Press

Controls 45Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityConvertible front seatsHeight adjustment> To raise: press

Adjustments46Convenient entryThe convenient entry feature includes a mem-ory function for the longitudinal adjustment and backrest angle.1. Pull lever

Controls 47Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityConvenience mode1. Unlock and open the driver's door or

Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic-ular to

Adjustments48Opening1. Grasp the belt firmly.2. Press the red button in the buckle.3. Guide the belt into its reel.'Fasten safety belts' rem

Controls 49Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1 Adjustments2 Switching to the other mirror or automatic cu

Adjustments50mirror and windshield, and do not affix adhesive labels or stickers of any kind to the windshield directly in front of the mirror.Steerin

Controls 51Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Select the desired function.4. Select the desired setting

Adjustments52The available functions are displayed:> "POWER:"M Engine Dynamics Control programs, refer to page 64> "EDC:"Ele

Controls 53Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTransporting children safelyThe right place for childrenDo n

Transporting children safely543. Allow the belt strap to retract and pull it taut against the child-restraint system.The safety belt is locked.To unlo

Controls 55Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDrivingIgnition lockInsert the remote control into the ignit

Driving56Radio readiness and ignition offAll indicator and warning lamps as well as dis-plays in the instrument cluster go out.Starting the engineDo n

Controls 57Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Remove the remote control from the igni-tion lock, refer

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's ManualWe have tried to make all the information in this Owner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way to find s

Driving58Reverse gearSelect this only when the vehicle is stationary. When the gearshift lever is pressed to the left, a slight resistance has to be o

Controls 59Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility> Β: middle position> N: neutral> +: shift up manua

Driving60resistance point. This provides maximum accel-eration.P ParkP engages automatically when you switch off the engine unless N is engaged and th

Controls 61Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4. Insert the screwdriver into the opening of the white leve

Driving623. Select "Drivelogic:".4. Turn the controller to set the drive mode or sequential mode."Unchanged" retains the current s

Controls 63Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Press button 2.4. Use button 1 to select:>Shift Lights

Driving64M Engine Dynamics ControlWith M Engine Dynamics Control you can influ-ence how sportily your vehicle should respond to movements of the accel

Controls 65Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. "Triple turn signal" Triple turn signal activat

Driving66When the vehicle lighting system is switched on, the headlamps are cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals.Do not use the washers if the

Controls 67Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOn uphill gradients, it may prove impossible to maintain the

5Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe individual vehicleWhen you ordered your BMW, you chose va

Everything under control68Everything under controlOdometer, outside temperature display, clock1 Knob in the instrument cluster2 Outside temperature an

Controls 69Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityNever drive at engine speeds in the red warning field. In th

Everything under control70range, oil level, average fuel consumption and speed appear in the top display.<To set the corresponding units of measure

Controls 71Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityResetting the Trip computer1. "Vehicle Info"2. &qu

Everything under control721. "Settings"2. "Language/Units"3. Select the desired menu item.4. Select the desired unit.The settings

Controls 73Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityPossible displays1 Button for selecting functions2 Service r

Everything under control74Entering deadlines for legally required inspections*Make sure the date on the Control Display is set correctly, refer to pag

Controls 75Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitysymbol appears in the display, accompa-nied by the time and

Everything under control761. Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the display, acco

Controls 77Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility indicates that Check Control messages have been stored. You

Notes6to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. S

Everything under control783. "Check Control"4. Select the text message.Speed limitYou can enter a speed, and a Check Control message will in

Controls 79Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySettings on the Control DisplayLanguage on the Control Displ

Everything under control803. "Brightness"4. Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected.5. Press the controller.The setting is

Controls 81Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTechnology for driving comfort and safetyPark Distance Contr

Technology for driving comfort and safety82Driving stability control systemsYour BMW has a number of systems that help to maintain the vehicle's

Controls 83Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDeactivating MDMPress the button on the steering wheel aga

Technology for driving comfort and safety84> "Sport": both LEDs light up.Each time the engine is started, the program set for the remote

Controls 85Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1. "Vehicle Info"2. "Vehicle status"3. &

Technology for driving comfort and safety86One wheel yellowThere is a flat tire or substantial loss of tire pres-sure in the indicated tire. A message

Controls 87Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1. Reduce your speed and carefully stop the car. Avoid sudde

7Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityFor Canadian customersCanadian customers who wish to report a

Technology for driving comfort and safety88At low speeds, steering is assisted strongly, i.e. less effort is required to turn the vehicle. Steer-ing a

Controls 89Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityobjects not specifically approved for seats with integral si

Technology for driving comfort and safety90seat.The front and side airbags for the front pas-senger are activated.> The indicator lamp does not com

Controls 91Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDo not make any modifications to the individual components o

Lamps92LampsParking lamps/low beams0 Lamps off, daytime running lamps1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps3

Controls 93Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. "Welcome light" Welcome lamps are activated and

Lamps94MalfunctionThe LED next to the symbol for automatic head-lamp control flashes. Adaptive Head Light is malfunctioning or has failed. Have the sy

Controls 95Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility8 minutes after the ignition is switched off, refer to Start

Climate96Climate1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows2 Air to the upper body area Draft-free ventilation 993 Air to the footwell4

Controls 97Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAutomatic climate controlComfortable interior climateAUTO pr