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Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG
Owner's Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A-Z Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG
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... Vehicle Congratulations, and thank you for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG BMW AG Online Edition for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your new vehicle. The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of technical features. We wish you...
... Vehicle Congratulations, and thank you for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG BMW AG Online Edition for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your new vehicle. The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of technical features. We wish you...
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Mobility 198 Refueling 200 Wheels and tires 206 Under the hood 210 Maintenance 212 Replacing components 217 Giving and receiving assistance Using this Owner's Manual 4 7 10 16 22 Notes Reporting safety defects Cockpit iDrive Voice command system At a glance Reference 227 Short commands of voice command...... Entertainment 152 156 165 171 On/off and tone Radio CD player and CD changer AUX-In connection Communications 174 Telephoning 189 BMW Assist Online Edition for comfort, convenience and safety 102 Lamps 106 Climate 112 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 120 Things to remember ...
Mobility 198 Refueling 200 Wheels and tires 206 Under the hood 210 Maintenance 212 Replacing components 217 Giving and receiving assistance Using this Owner's Manual 4 7 10 16 22 Notes Reporting safety defects Cockpit iDrive Voice command system At a glance Reference 227 Short commands of voice command...... Entertainment 152 156 165 171 On/off and tone Radio CD player and CD changer AUX-In connection Communications 174 Telephoning 189 BMW Assist Online Edition for comfort, convenience and safety 102 Lamps 106 Climate 112 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 120 Things to remember ...
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... find specific topics is an important component of your vehicle.< Refers to measures that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for information on BMW, e.g. Symbols on vehicle components Indicates that can find what you are able to pass on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com. *...personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.< Indicates information that you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as well; Notes Notes Using this Owner's Manual We have any other questions, your BMW center will be glad to advise you at any time. The fastest way to care more...
... find specific topics is an important component of your vehicle.< Refers to measures that you should consult the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for information on BMW, e.g. Symbols on vehicle components Indicates that can find what you are able to pass on the Internet at www.bmwusa.com. *...personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle.< Indicates information that you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as well; Notes Notes Using this Owner's Manual We have any other questions, your BMW center will be glad to advise you at any time. The fastest way to care more...
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...in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this manual and your BMW is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to the accompanying Supplementary Owner's Manuals. In isolated cases it is possible that the manual may contain information on your vehicle. 5 Online ...-of continuous, ongoing development that is not described in this Owner's Manual, please refer to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with individualized equipment and features. Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of -the-art technology. Sections describing options and ...
...in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this manual and your BMW is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to the accompanying Supplementary Owner's Manuals. In isolated cases it is possible that the manual may contain information on your vehicle. 5 Online ...-of continuous, ongoing development that is not described in this Owner's Manual, please refer to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with individualized equipment and features. Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of -the-art technology. Sections describing options and ...
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... > Odometer and trip odometer 75 > Computer 76 > Date and remaining distance to be driven for service requirements 78 > Automatic transmission with Steptronic* 63 > SMG Sequential Manual Transmission* 62 > Dynamic Driving Control 64 > Check Control message present 80 9 Fuel gauge 76 10 Resetting trip odometer 75 12 Online Edition for Part no...
... > Odometer and trip odometer 75 > Computer 76 > Date and remaining distance to be driven for service requirements 78 > Automatic transmission with Steptronic* 63 > SMG Sequential Manual Transmission* 62 > Dynamic Driving Control 64 > Check Control message present 80 9 Fuel gauge 76 10 Resetting trip odometer 75 12 Online Edition for Part no...
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.... {{...}} Indicates the responses of the voice command system. 2. Press the button. The voice command system transforms your hands from the steering wheel. Symbols in Owner's Manual {...} Say the specified commands word for the selected systems and provides support in the form of instructions or questions. Voice command system Voice command system... Display when you that the voice command system can input additional commands. 22 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG
.... {{...}} Indicates the responses of the voice command system. 2. Press the button. The voice command system transforms your hands from the steering wheel. Symbols in Owner's Manual {...} Say the specified commands word for the selected systems and provides support in the form of instructions or questions. Voice command system Voice command system... Display when you that the voice command system can input additional commands. 22 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG
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... to be sure that may not cause harmful interference, and > this will recharge the battery, refer to page 28. Releasing the key stops the operation.< Manual operation In the event of the key unlocks the passenger door and luggage compartment lid. Operation is subject to the following : FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E... You can turn a key all the way to the right or left in the positions for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Operation is not possible without special knowledge.< This button serves to operate the windows and the top in the Coupe or to unlock or...
... to be sure that may not cause harmful interference, and > this will recharge the battery, refer to page 28. Releasing the key stops the operation.< Manual operation In the event of the key unlocks the passenger door and luggage compartment lid. Operation is subject to the following : FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E... You can turn a key all the way to the right or left in the positions for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Operation is not possible without special knowledge.< This button serves to operate the windows and the top in the Coupe or to unlock or...
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...refer to page 36.< Press the button: The luggage compartment lid opens, provided that the closing path of the doors is located under the BMW emblem. The closing process will be triggered. Make sure there is sufficient clearance.< Opening from outside Doors Automatic soft closing* To close the ...up . all the way to the right until it closed , then the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened, refer to page 43.< Unlocking manually Luggage compartment lid During opening, the luggage compartment lid pivots back and up to page 28, fit the luggage compartment lid lock. All keys,...
...refer to page 36.< Press the button: The luggage compartment lid opens, provided that the closing path of the doors is located under the BMW emblem. The closing process will be triggered. Make sure there is sufficient clearance.< Opening from outside Doors Automatic soft closing* To close the ...up . all the way to the right until it closed , then the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened, refer to page 43.< Unlocking manually Luggage compartment lid During opening, the luggage compartment lid pivots back and up to page 28, fit the luggage compartment lid lock. All keys,...
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... still operate the sunroof with the remote control removed or the ignition switched off ignition You can move the glass sunroof and the sliding visor manually. 41 Online Edition for approx. 1 minute, as long as neither of the doors has been opened. After switching off for Part no. 01... 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG At a glance Closing without the pinch protection system. Should this occur, please have the system initialized. Moving manually In the event of danger from outside, slide the switch forward beyond the resistance point and...
... still operate the sunroof with the remote control removed or the ignition switched off ignition You can move the glass sunroof and the sliding visor manually. 41 Online Edition for approx. 1 minute, as long as neither of the doors has been opened. After switching off for Part no. 01... 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG At a glance Closing without the pinch protection system. Should this occur, please have the system initialized. Moving manually In the event of danger from outside, slide the switch forward beyond the resistance point and...
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...by the arrow until the rear window is completely open. 44 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG This unlocks the convertible top compartment lid. 2. otherwise, the top mechanism can lead to damage.< Before closing 1. To do so, place the... screwdriver as close the convertible top manually if absolutely necessary; Close luggage compartment lid. Completely open or closed presents a danger. Insert the Allen wrench as far as shown in the direction...
...by the arrow until the rear window is completely open. 44 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG This unlocks the convertible top compartment lid. 2. otherwise, the top mechanism can lead to damage.< Before closing 1. To do so, place the... screwdriver as close the convertible top manually if absolutely necessary; Close luggage compartment lid. Completely open or closed presents a danger. Insert the Allen wrench as far as shown in the direction...
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... the interior, take out the cover in the center of the side panel forward. Together with tension. 10. If necessary, close the rear window again manually in the direction of the arrow until the top has been swung forward, otherwise damage can occur.< 1. Insert the Allen wrench into the resulting openings... two sides. 9. Raise the two convertible top ends as far as above. 45 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
... the interior, take out the cover in the center of the side panel forward. Together with tension. 10. If necessary, close the rear window again manually in the direction of the arrow until the top has been swung forward, otherwise damage can occur.< 1. Insert the Allen wrench into the resulting openings... two sides. 9. Raise the two convertible top ends as far as above. 45 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
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... Longitudinal direction Height Backrest Convertible: head restraints, refer to the safety belt on page 48.< You can also adjust the thigh support manually: Lumbar support* Adjusting seat To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection, please follow the instructions regarding damage to page... 52 49 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Pull the lever and adjust the thigh support in the lumbar region. Convertible: ...
... Longitudinal direction Height Backrest Convertible: head restraints, refer to the safety belt on page 48.< You can also adjust the thigh support manually: Lumbar support* Adjusting seat To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection, please follow the instructions regarding damage to page... 52 49 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Pull the lever and adjust the thigh support in the lumbar region. Convertible: ...
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... in the inside rearview mirror. otherwise, there is located at an offset position on the rear of their mirror glass. Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manually by two photocells in the mirror are automatically heated when the motor is running or the ignition is switched on. The mirror... cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. 54 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG This allows the driver to see in and out To prevent the exterior mirrors from being damaged due to the vehicle - such as a curb...
... in the inside rearview mirror. otherwise, there is located at an offset position on the rear of their mirror glass. Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manually by two photocells in the mirror are automatically heated when the motor is running or the ignition is switched on. The mirror... cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. 54 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG This allows the driver to see in and out To prevent the exterior mirrors from being damaged due to the vehicle - such as a curb...
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...: > when the remote control is started when you press the Start/Stop button and depress the clutch if the car has manual transmission or the brake if the car has automatic transmission.< Radio readiness Some electronic systems/consumers are displayed in as far as otherwise...control into the ignition lock. Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Automatic transmission Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Radio readiness and ignition off . The time and outside ...
...: > when the remote control is started when you press the Start/Stop button and depress the clutch if the car has manual transmission or the brake if the car has automatic transmission.< Radio readiness Some electronic systems/consumers are displayed in as far as otherwise...control into the ignition lock. Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Automatic transmission Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Radio readiness and ignition off . The time and outside ...
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...firmly apply the handbrake, otherwise the vehicle can cause unconsciousness and death. Press the Start/Stop button. Shift into a drive position. 3. SMG Sequential Manual Transmission* 1. Press the Start/Stop button. Automatic transmission* Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to warm up by... Do not run the engine in position P or N. 60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Instead, drive off the engine, this position is a danger of toxic exhaust gases can begin to roll.< Do not allow the engine to ...
...firmly apply the handbrake, otherwise the vehicle can cause unconsciousness and death. Press the Start/Stop button. Shift into a drive position. 3. SMG Sequential Manual Transmission* 1. Press the Start/Stop button. Automatic transmission* Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to warm up by... Do not run the engine in position P or N. 60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Instead, drive off the engine, this position is a danger of toxic exhaust gases can begin to roll.< Do not allow the engine to ...
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... steering wheel. Firmly apply the handbrake. 4. Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is applied. It offers the following functions: > Choice of manual or automatic mode: Sequential mode or Drive mode > Choice of the vehicle to Dynamic Driving Control page 64 61 Online Edition for Canadian models. ...not light up , and a signal also sounds when starting off. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Pull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever. Press the gearshift lever to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. it too...
... steering wheel. Firmly apply the handbrake. 4. Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is applied. It offers the following functions: > Choice of manual or automatic mode: Sequential mode or Drive mode > Choice of the vehicle to Dynamic Driving Control page 64 61 Online Edition for Canadian models. ...not light up , and a signal also sounds when starting off. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG Pull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever. Press the gearshift lever to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. it too...
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...instrument cluster; In the following situations, SMG thinks for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG To switch from the accelerator to do not need to remove your only way to be executed unless the brake is ... speed, the transmission downshifts automatically even without your intervention. > R: Reverse gear > N: Neutral, idle > One-touch functions for Sequential mode: +: manual upshifting -: manual downshifting > D: activate/deactivate the Drive mode The transmission automatically shifts into first gear. > Shortly before shifting out of engine and vehicle speed; R...
...instrument cluster; In the following situations, SMG thinks for Part no. 01 41 0 013 312 - © 02/07 BMW AG To switch from the accelerator to do not need to remove your only way to be executed unless the brake is ... speed, the transmission downshifts automatically even without your intervention. > R: Reverse gear > N: Neutral, idle > One-touch functions for Sequential mode: +: manual upshifting -: manual downshifting > D: activate/deactivate the Drive mode The transmission automatically shifts into first gear. > Shortly before shifting out of engine and vehicle speed; R...
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Do not hold the vehicle on slopes. Otherwise, overheating can also shift manually with Steptronic, refer to start.< Using shift paddles on steering wheel > To upshift, pull one of P or N; Selector lever positions P R N D M/S + - Select only ... lever positions > Only move the selector lever from creeping after you select a driving position, maintain pressure on the front of the transmission.< Displays in manual mode, the gear currently engaged. An interlock prevents inadvertent gearshifts into selector lever positions R and P. Kick-down as far down : for Part no....
Do not hold the vehicle on slopes. Otherwise, overheating can also shift manually with Steptronic, refer to start.< Using shift paddles on steering wheel > To upshift, pull one of P or N; Selector lever positions P R N D M/S + - Select only ... lever positions > Only move the selector lever from creeping after you select a driving position, maintain pressure on the front of the transmission.< Displays in manual mode, the gear currently engaged. An interlock prevents inadvertent gearshifts into selector lever positions R and P. Kick-down as far down : for Part no....
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... activated and the Steptronic shifts gear. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever. Sport program and manual mode M/S 3. When the selector lever is briefly moved forward or back, the manual mode is activated. D Drive, automatic position Position for example. Under normal operating conditions, the fuel ...only when they will not execute a downshift that would cause the engine to the left into the desired position. thus, for your BMW to react in an even more performance-oriented manner at the point marked in red and move the selector lever to accelerator pedal movements....
... activated and the Steptronic shifts gear. Pull the sleeve up over the selector lever. Sport program and manual mode M/S 3. When the selector lever is briefly moved forward or back, the manual mode is activated. D Drive, automatic position Position for example. Under normal operating conditions, the fuel ...only when they will not execute a downshift that would cause the engine to the left into the desired position. thus, for your BMW to react in an even more performance-oriented manner at the point marked in red and move the selector lever to accelerator pedal movements....