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...240 Everything from A to Z Driving tips 116 Things to remember when driving 121 BMW M6 Engineering Navigation 124 126 138 147 Starting navigation system Destination entry Destination guidance What to page 240. Contents The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index, refer to do if ... Entertainment 150 154 161... 164 170 171 On/off and tone Radio Satellite radio CD player and CD changer AUX-In connection USB/audio interface Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG...
...240 Everything from A to Z Driving tips 116 Things to remember when driving 121 BMW M6 Engineering Navigation 124 126 138 147 Starting navigation system Destination entry Destination guidance What to page 240. Contents The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index, refer to do if ... Entertainment 150 154 161... 164 170 171 On/off and tone Radio Satellite radio CD player and CD changer AUX-In connection USB/audio interface Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG...
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... protect the environment.< < Marks the end of a specific item of your vehicle, you will find what you need in the first chapter. Should you to care more effectively for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG "..." If you wish to gain an initial overview...back of this in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. technology, on BMW, e.g. Symbols on the Owner's Manual as equipment and functions not yet available at www.bmwusa.com. * Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional extras, as well as well; Identifies Control Display texts used ...
... protect the environment.< < Marks the end of a specific item of your vehicle, you will find what you need in the first chapter. Should you to care more effectively for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG "..." If you wish to gain an initial overview...back of this in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. technology, on BMW, e.g. Symbols on the Owner's Manual as equipment and functions not yet available at www.bmwusa.com. * Indicates special equipment, country-specific equipment and optional extras, as well as well; Identifies Control Display texts used ...
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..., you have initiated top movement with simple and convenient operation. 40 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG The window closes without having completed the opening and closing action. Do not place hands in the vehicle does not occur.< Pinch protection system... If the closing force exceeds a specific value as neither of 20 mph/ 30 km/h: To do not move the convertible top when the rollover protection system is raised. at a stop...
..., you have initiated top movement with simple and convenient operation. 40 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG The window closes without having completed the opening and closing action. Do not place hands in the vehicle does not occur.< Pinch protection system... If the closing force exceeds a specific value as neither of 20 mph/ 30 km/h: To do not move the convertible top when the rollover protection system is raised. at a stop...
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... the child seats required by the NHTSA at the time the vehicle is also provided on the front passenger side are specifically recommended by BMW. The front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side can be deactivated for the front passenger airbags lights up... cannot be ensured.< Operating state of the front passenger airbags, i.e. After installing a child seat, make sure that works according to BMW repair procedures with appropriately trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses. This indicates that the front passenger airbags are detected by changing the...
... the child seats required by the NHTSA at the time the vehicle is also provided on the front passenger side are specifically recommended by BMW. The front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side can be deactivated for the front passenger airbags lights up... cannot be ensured.< Operating state of the front passenger airbags, i.e. After installing a child seat, make sure that works according to BMW repair procedures with appropriately trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses. This indicates that the front passenger airbags are detected by changing the...
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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 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG
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 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG
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... is selected. 5. Press the controller. Select the symbol for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance The system runs ongoing checks, comparing your destination entries with letters that...provided that the spelling of traffic obstructions. Select a route criterion and press the controller. The user benefits include: > Names of specific towns/cities can increase considerably.< 137 Online Edition for the route criterion and press the controller. 2. The system will complete them ...
... is selected. 5. Press the controller. Select the symbol for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance The system runs ongoing checks, comparing your destination entries with letters that...provided that the spelling of traffic obstructions. Select a route criterion and press the controller. The user benefits include: > Names of specific towns/cities can increase considerably.< 137 Online Edition for the route criterion and press the controller. 2. The system will complete them ...
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... and home, the name is available for each phone number. to the vehicle via Bluetooth. Select the desired entry and press the controller. 4. "End call a specific extension: 1. Telephoning 2. Select "Phone" and press the controller. Dialing a phone number from the phone book "A - You can change a phone number stored in lists when the... "A - Z" and press the controller. 3. Select the desired entry and press the controller. 184 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG
... and home, the name is available for each phone number. to the vehicle via Bluetooth. Select the desired entry and press the controller. 4. "End call a specific extension: 1. Telephoning 2. Select "Phone" and press the controller. Dialing a phone number from the phone book "A - You can change a phone number stored in lists when the... "A - Z" and press the controller. 3. Select the desired entry and press the controller. 184 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG
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... may differ somewhat. 4. Roadside assistance iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Briefly press protective cover to contact the BMW Assist Response Center, see below. You also have your current position or the CBS Condition Based Service data. 2. In... not have access to the services: > The services offered are country-specific. > Voice contact is selected and press the controller. With some countries, it is possible to page 16. 1. Using services Contacting BMW Assist Response Center You can be determined, the current vehicle position is ...
... may differ somewhat. 4. Roadside assistance iDrive, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Briefly press protective cover to contact the BMW Assist Response Center, see below. You also have your current position or the CBS Condition Based Service data. 2. In... not have access to the services: > The services offered are country-specific. > Voice contact is selected and press the controller. With some countries, it is possible to page 16. 1. Using services Contacting BMW Assist Response Center You can be determined, the current vehicle position is ...
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... Online Edition for sale in problems relating to drivability and starting, and to a tendency to defects in materials or workmanship. Fuel specifications Never used leaded gasoline; Should you encounter drivability problems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend... in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility The use E85, i.e. Navigation Use high-quality brands Driving tips Controls At a glance Do not use this premium grade fuel to...
... Online Edition for sale in problems relating to drivability and starting, and to a tendency to defects in materials or workmanship. Fuel specifications Never used leaded gasoline; Should you encounter drivability problems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend... in fuel quality: volatility, composition, additives, etc., among gasolines offered for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reference Mobility The use E85, i.e. Navigation Use high-quality brands Driving tips Controls At a glance Do not use this premium grade fuel to...
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... In order to drive at ambient temperature. When tires are cold. a list of these tire inflation pressures is available from your BMW center.< For correct identification of the right tire inflation pressure for your tires, observe the following pages and adjust your safety The condition... violations of 100 mph/160 km/h to page 88.< The permissible top speed for these is 100 mph/160 km/h. These pressure specifications can result from incorrect tire inflation pressures.< After correcting the tire inflation pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 86,...
... In order to drive at ambient temperature. When tires are cold. a list of these tire inflation pressures is available from your BMW center.< For correct identification of the right tire inflation pressure for your tires, observe the following pages and adjust your safety The condition... violations of 100 mph/160 km/h to page 88.< The permissible top speed for these is 100 mph/160 km/h. These pressure specifications can result from incorrect tire inflation pressures.< After correcting the tire inflation pressure, reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page 86,...
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...exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 235. 203 Online Edition for M6 Convertible Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to max. Tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08.../07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Cold = ambient temperature 245/45 R 18 100 V XL M+S 255/40 ...
...exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 235. 203 Online Edition for M6 Convertible Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to max. Tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08.../07 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Cold = ambient temperature 245/45 R 18 100 V XL M+S 255/40 ...
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... 18 on a straight stretch of different makes and types* such a change is only permitted in a cool, dry place with the chain manufacturer's specifications if necessary. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h with the chains mounted. 207 Online Edition for approx. 2 seconds. Pull both...may be noticeable from the clutch opening and closing briefly. Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tensioned. Snow chains* BMW only tests certain fine-link snow chains, classifies them as otherwise the handling characteristics may be impaired. Move the selector lever into ...
... 18 on a straight stretch of different makes and types* such a change is only permitted in a cool, dry place with the chain manufacturer's specifications if necessary. Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h with the chains mounted. 207 Online Edition for approx. 2 seconds. Pull both...may be noticeable from the clutch opening and closing briefly. Make sure that the snow chains are always sufficiently tensioned. Snow chains* BMW only tests certain fine-link snow chains, classifies them as otherwise the handling characteristics may be impaired. Move the selector lever into ...
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...Opening Press the release handle and open .< 208 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Otherwise, there is a danger of approx. 16 in accordance with BMW guidelines and uses appropriately trained personnel. If you see any service or repair operations on your vehicle by... a BMW center or a repair shop that works in / 40 cm with momentum. You cannot start off with the hood open the hood. Under the hood Under the hood Never attempt to perform any signs that the hood is not completely closed while you are unfamiliar with the specifications to engage...
...Opening Press the release handle and open .< 208 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Otherwise, there is a danger of approx. 16 in accordance with BMW guidelines and uses appropriately trained personnel. If you see any service or repair operations on your vehicle by... a BMW center or a repair shop that works in / 40 cm with momentum. You cannot start off with the hood open the hood. Under the hood Under the hood Never attempt to perform any signs that the hood is not completely closed while you are unfamiliar with the specifications to engage...
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... Viscosity grades The viscosity is specified in its vehicles with extensive testing. Keep oil, grease, etc. BMW continuously approves specific oils after such work. alternative: SAE 10W-40, SAE 5W-50 or SAE 10W-50 > Specification API SJ/CF, API SK/CF or higher Low temperatures The oils used by...otherwise the engine may be damaged by the oil level measurement. out of reach of 0.0 US quarts/liters is operated for your M6 can also call BMW of oil, otherwise the oil level check cannot reliably display the current oil level.< Please conduct a quick measurement after adding engine oil...
... Viscosity grades The viscosity is specified in its vehicles with extensive testing. Keep oil, grease, etc. BMW continuously approves specific oils after such work. alternative: SAE 10W-40, SAE 5W-50 or SAE 10W-50 > Specification API SJ/CF, API SK/CF or higher Low temperatures The oils used by...otherwise the engine may be damaged by the oil level measurement. out of reach of 0.0 US quarts/liters is operated for your M6 can also call BMW of oil, otherwise the oil level check cannot reliably display the current oil level.< Please conduct a quick measurement after adding engine oil...
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Manual transmission 1. Tow-start with country-specific regulations. 2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 59. 3. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warning ... selector lever position N. 228 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Switch on the ignition, refer to page 59. 3. Switch on a flatbed surface only. Vehicles equipped with country-specific regulations. 2. Have the vehicle checked. Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic 1. Shift into the drive position and...
Manual transmission 1. Tow-start with country-specific regulations. 2. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 59. 3. Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warning ... selector lever position N. 228 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG Switch on the ignition, refer to page 59. 3. Switch on a flatbed surface only. Vehicles equipped with country-specific regulations. 2. Have the vehicle checked. Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic 1. Shift into the drive position and...
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Weights M6 Coupe Curb weight Approved gross vehicle weight Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Luggage compartment capacity... lbs./kg lbs./kg cu ft/l cu ft/l 3,909/1,773 4,850/2,200 941/427 2,403/1,090 2,646/1,200 15.9/450 - M6 Convertible 4,398/1,995 5,247/2,380 849/385 2,469/1,120 2,844/1,290 10.6/300 12.4/350 Never exceed either the approved axle loads...liters US gal/liters US quarts/liters approx. 18.5/70 approx. 4/15 For details: page 67 approx. 5.3/5 Fuel specification: page 201 Navigation Reference Mobility 235 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07...
Weights M6 Coupe Curb weight Approved gross vehicle weight Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load Luggage compartment capacity... lbs./kg lbs./kg cu ft/l cu ft/l 3,909/1,773 4,850/2,200 941/427 2,403/1,090 2,646/1,200 15.9/450 - M6 Convertible 4,398/1,995 5,247/2,380 849/385 2,469/1,120 2,844/1,290 10.6/300 12.4/350 Never exceed either the approved axle loads...liters US gal/liters US quarts/liters approx. 18.5/70 approx. 4/15 For details: page 67 approx. 5.3/5 Fuel specification: page 201 Navigation Reference Mobility 235 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07...
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... recirculated-air control 104 "Air recirculation on / off" 53 Air supply, automatic climate control 101 Air volume 103 AKI, refer to Fuel specifications 201 Alarm system 35 - avoiding unintentional alarms 36 - interior motion sensor 36 - switching off alarm 35 - switching off tilt alarm sensor ... to Starting destination guidance 138 "Arrow display" for navigation system 139 "Arrow display pop-up instructions" 125 Ashtray 111 Assist, refer to BMW Assist 191 Assistance systems, refer to Driving stability control systems 82 Assistance window 20 A ABS Antilock Brake System 82 - indicator lamp 84 ...
... recirculated-air control 104 "Air recirculation on / off" 53 Air supply, automatic climate control 101 Air volume 103 AKI, refer to Fuel specifications 201 Alarm system 35 - avoiding unintentional alarms 36 - interior motion sensor 36 - switching off alarm 35 - switching off tilt alarm sensor ... to Starting destination guidance 138 "Arrow display" for navigation system 139 "Arrow display pop-up instructions" 125 Ashtray 111 Assist, refer to BMW Assist 191 Assistance systems, refer to Driving stability control systems 82 Assistance window 20 A ABS Antilock Brake System 82 - indicator lamp 84 ...
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...deactivating 91 "FTM" 87 FTM, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 86 Fuel - average consumption 71 - display 70 - fuel specifications 201 - high-quality brands 201 - quality 201 - specifications 201 - tank contents, refer to Capacities 235 Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 70 Fuel filler door 200 - releasing ...to Z G Garage-door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote control 108 Gasoline - refer to Average fuel consumption 71 - refer to Fuel specifications 201 - refer to Required fuel 201 Gasoline display, refer to Fuel gauge 70 Gear changes 63 Gear display, refer to Displays in instrument cluster...
...deactivating 91 "FTM" 87 FTM, refer to Flat Tire Monitor 86 Fuel - average consumption 71 - display 70 - fuel specifications 201 - high-quality brands 201 - quality 201 - specifications 201 - tank contents, refer to Capacities 235 Fuel display, refer to Fuel gauge 70 Fuel filler door 200 - releasing ...to Z G Garage-door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote control 108 Gasoline - refer to Average fuel consumption 71 - refer to Fuel specifications 201 - refer to Required fuel 201 Gasoline display, refer to Fuel gauge 70 Gear changes 63 Gear display, refer to Displays in instrument cluster...
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... 67 Nylon rope, refer to Towstarting and towing 226 O OBD socket, refer to Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnostics interface 215 Octane ratings, refer to Fuel specifications 201 Odometer 69 Oil, refer to Engine oil 210 Oil change interval - refer to Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or Warranty and... phone number 188 - placing a call 188 - redialing 189 - voice phone book 188 250 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG
... 67 Nylon rope, refer to Towstarting and towing 226 O OBD socket, refer to Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnostics interface 215 Octane ratings, refer to Fuel specifications 201 Odometer 69 Oil, refer to Engine oil 210 Oil change interval - refer to Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or Warranty and... phone number 188 - placing a call 188 - redialing 189 - voice phone book 188 250 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG