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Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 2 3 4 5 6 Convertible: opening and closing rear window 41 Convertible: opening and closing windows together 41 Convertible: opening and closing rear windows 41 Opening and closing front windows 40 Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 55 Adjusting exterior mirrors 55 Automatic curb monitor 56 7 Turn signals 65 High beams, headlamp flasher 106 High-beam assistant* 106 Roadside parking lamps 106 Check Control 81 Computer 77 10 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG
Cockpit Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 2 3 4 5 6 Convertible: opening and closing rear window 41 Convertible: opening and closing windows together 41 Convertible: opening and closing rear windows 41 Opening and closing front windows 40 Exterior mirrors, folding in and out 55 Adjusting exterior mirrors 55 Automatic curb monitor 56 7 Turn signals 65 High beams, headlamp flasher 106 High-beam assistant* 106 Roadside parking lamps 106 Check Control 81 Computer 77 10 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG
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...sound output on/off and adjusting volume 161 18 Heated seats* 55 PDC Park Distance Control* 87 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 89 Convertible: opening the convertible top 44 Convertible: closing the convertible top 44 19 Bracket for cup holder 120 20 Controller 16 Can be turned, pressed, or moved in four directions 21 ... 112 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 112 Rear window defroster 112 15 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 10 Central locking system 34 Driving tips Controls At a glance
...sound output on/off and adjusting volume 161 18 Heated seats* 55 PDC Park Distance Control* 87 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 89 Convertible: opening the convertible top 44 Convertible: closing the convertible top 44 19 Bracket for cup holder 120 20 Controller 16 Can be turned, pressed, or moved in four directions 21 ... 112 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 112 Rear window defroster 112 15 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 10 Central locking system 34 Driving tips Controls At a glance
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...button. The microphone is located: > Near the interior rearview mirror in the Coupe, refer to page 14 > On the steering column in the Convertible This symbol on the Control Display. Precondition Via iDrive, set the language of iDrive, refer to page 86. Individual menu items on the Control... shown on the Control Display can input additional commands. 24 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Voice command system Voice command system* The concept The voice command system allows you to control operation of various vehicle systems without taking your...
...button. The microphone is located: > Near the interior rearview mirror in the Coupe, refer to page 14 > On the steering column in the Convertible This symbol on the Control Display. Precondition Via iDrive, set the language of iDrive, refer to page 86. Individual menu items on the Control... shown on the Control Display can input additional commands. 24 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Voice command system Voice command system* The concept The voice command system allows you to control operation of various vehicle systems without taking your...
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...book, only use names in the language of the voice command system and do not use abbreviations. > Keep the doors, windows and glass sunroof* or convertible top closed to page 197.< For voice commands, bear the following in the vehicle while speaking. 26 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 ...600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Voice command system Notes The mobile phone can also be operated with voice commands, refer to prevent interference from ambient noise. > Avoid background noises...
...book, only use names in the language of the voice command system and do not use abbreviations. > Keep the doors, windows and glass sunroof* or convertible top closed to page 197.< For voice commands, bear the following in the vehicle while speaking. 26 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 ...600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Voice command system Notes The mobile phone can also be operated with voice commands, refer to prevent interference from ambient noise. > Avoid background noises...
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...opens, regardless of danger: Press the button for at least 3 seconds. > Convertible: the windows and the convertible top are inside, as unlocking from the outside if persons are opened. Watch the convertible top during the opening process to lock the vehicle using a key. The signal ... Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Make sure that no . 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Do not lock the vehicle from the inside is not possible without special knowledge.< Controls Locking At...
...opens, regardless of danger: Press the button for at least 3 seconds. > Convertible: the windows and the convertible top are inside, as unlocking from the outside if persons are opened. Watch the convertible top during the opening process to lock the vehicle using a key. The signal ... Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the controller. 5. Make sure that no . 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Do not lock the vehicle from the inside is not possible without special knowledge.< Controls Locking At...
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...interference that no . 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Automatic locking iDrive, for operating principle refer to lock or unlock the driver's door. Change to operate the windows and the top in the Convertible. This opens the start menu. 2. Convenient operation You can turn of the... key unlocks the passenger door and luggage compartment lid. 3. Opening and closing process and also on the opening process of the convertible top to the following two conditions: > This device must not cause harmful interference, and > this equipment.< Manual operation In the event of...
...interference that no . 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Automatic locking iDrive, for operating principle refer to lock or unlock the driver's door. Change to operate the windows and the top in the Convertible. This opens the start menu. 2. Convenient operation You can turn of the... key unlocks the passenger door and luggage compartment lid. 3. Opening and closing process and also on the opening process of the convertible top to the following two conditions: > This device must not cause harmful interference, and > this equipment.< Manual operation In the event of...
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...the BMW emblem. All keys, refer to pull down. 36 Online Edition for approx. 1 second: the luggage compartment lid opens. Turn the key toward the right up to open or closed, then the luggage compartment lid cannot be triggered. If you should deactivate the alarm beforehand. Convertible: if the convertible ... switch off the alarm, refer to page 44.< Make sure that the closing Opening from outside Closing Press the upper half of the BMW emblem or press the button on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid is clear; Opening and closing path of the luggage compartment...
...the BMW emblem. All keys, refer to pull down. 36 Online Edition for approx. 1 second: the luggage compartment lid opens. Turn the key toward the right up to open or closed, then the luggage compartment lid cannot be triggered. If you should deactivate the alarm beforehand. Convertible: if the convertible ... switch off the alarm, refer to page 44.< Make sure that the closing Opening from outside Closing Press the upper half of the BMW emblem or press the button on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid is clear; Opening and closing path of the luggage compartment...
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...vehicle using the button of a door, the hood, or the luggage compartment lid Pull the lever in the cargo bay. This moves the convertible top compartment floor into the ignition lock. 37 Online Edition for securing luggage nets* or securing straps to fix luggage in battery voltage Unauthorized operations...closed , it downward in the direction of the luggage compartment for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls > To movements in reverse order. When the luggage compartment lid is closed , you...
...vehicle using the button of a door, the hood, or the luggage compartment lid Pull the lever in the cargo bay. This moves the convertible top compartment floor into the ignition lock. 37 Online Edition for securing luggage nets* or securing straps to fix luggage in battery voltage Unauthorized operations...closed , it downward in the direction of the luggage compartment for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls > To movements in reverse order. When the luggage compartment lid is closed , you...
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...the height of the vehicle is inserted into the ignition lock, however for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG The alarm system reacts, e.g. Even if you , e.g. The vehicle automatically detects the associated remote control in the immediate vicinity or in... tilt of the seat cushions. Comfort access* Comfort access allows you were away. > The indicator lamp flashes after approx. 10 seconds. Convertible: Monitors the interior up briefly and then flashes continuously. Falling Functional requirement > The vehicle or the luggage compartment lid can trigger false alarms...
...the height of the vehicle is inserted into the ignition lock, however for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG The alarm system reacts, e.g. Even if you , e.g. The vehicle automatically detects the associated remote control in the immediate vicinity or in... tilt of the seat cushions. Comfort access* Comfort access allows you were away. > The indicator lamp flashes after approx. 10 seconds. Convertible: Monitors the interior up briefly and then flashes continuously. Falling Functional requirement > The vehicle or the luggage compartment lid can trigger false alarms...
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Should a short delay occur when opening or closing the windows, the glass sunroof or the convertible top, the system is checking whether a remote control is located in the vehicle. This corresponds to be sure that no one is injured. Hold a finger... ignition if a remote control is located in the ignition lock, refer to page 60. As long as no . 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Opening luggage compartment lid separately Driving tips You can start immediately.< Starting engine You can control the functions mentioned...
Should a short delay occur when opening or closing the windows, the glass sunroof or the convertible top, the system is checking whether a remote control is located in the vehicle. This corresponds to be sure that no one is injured. Hold a finger... ignition if a remote control is located in the ignition lock, refer to page 60. As long as no . 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Opening luggage compartment lid separately Driving tips You can start immediately.< Starting engine You can control the functions mentioned...
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...Briefly press button 1: The LEDs in button 1 and switch 2 light up for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG At a glance You can close tightly at higher speeds.< Controls Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Individually 1. The LEDs go out. > ...2: > Down to the resistance point: The rear window continues to deactivate the function. the switch again stops the opening movement. Together Convertible: Opening, closing To close the side windows while the vehicle is being driven, always close the windows in the same manner by pulling ...
...Briefly press button 1: The LEDs in button 1 and switch 2 light up for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG At a glance You can close tightly at higher speeds.< Controls Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Individually 1. The LEDs go out. > ...2: > Down to the resistance point: The rear window continues to deactivate the function. the switch again stops the opening movement. Together Convertible: Opening, closing To close the side windows while the vehicle is being driven, always close the windows in the same manner by pulling ...
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...by pulling the switch. > Press the switch beyond the resistance point and hold . Convertible: the rear side windows and rear window are operational whenever the ignition is shut. Opening and closing You... can close the convertible top.< For information on comfort closing with comfort access, refer to page 39. The LEDs... or the ignition switched off for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Do not install any accessories in /5 cm or press the switch twice beyond the resistance point and hold again...
...by pulling the switch. > Press the switch beyond the resistance point and hold . Convertible: the rear side windows and rear window are operational whenever the ignition is shut. Opening and closing You... can close the convertible top.< For information on comfort closing with comfort access, refer to page 39. The LEDs... or the ignition switched off for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Do not install any accessories in /5 cm or press the switch twice beyond the resistance point and hold again...
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... is folded down, refer to page 37, as otherwise the convertible top cannot be operated, these objects could fall off and lead to page 60, with the vehicle stationary: Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG The closed , only keep valuables in the locked luggage... compartment. > Do not attach luggage rack systems to the convertible top. 44 Prior to increase the air volume so that occur at a stop and then start...
... is folded down, refer to page 37, as otherwise the convertible top cannot be operated, these objects could fall off and lead to page 60, with the vehicle stationary: Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG The closed , only keep valuables in the locked luggage... compartment. > Do not attach luggage rack systems to the convertible top. 44 Prior to increase the air volume so that occur at a stop and then start...
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...Navigation Convenient operation with the screwdriver and then pull 45 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment When the button for top operation is released. Closing manually Only close , press and hold the button until ... before it manually. The sequence can lead to page 231. 3. It goes out as soon as these might inhibit closing of the convertible top.< Interruption The automatic sequence of an electrical malfunction and would open or closed, then the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened or closed...
...Navigation Convenient operation with the screwdriver and then pull 45 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment When the button for top operation is released. Closing manually Only close , press and hold the button until ... before it manually. The sequence can lead to page 231. 3. It goes out as soon as these might inhibit closing of the convertible top.< Interruption The automatic sequence of an electrical malfunction and would open or closed, then the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened or closed...
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...arrow until the rear window is completely open the side windows and the rear window. This unlocks the convertible top compartment lid. tion indicated by the side frame, otherwise the top may be opened .< 5. ... both hands at the left and right of the convertible top out simulta46 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Insert the Allen wrench as far as possible... into the resulting openings and raise the convertible top compartment lid 2 as far as shown in the direc- 3....
...arrow until the rear window is completely open the side windows and the rear window. This unlocks the convertible top compartment lid. tion indicated by the side frame, otherwise the top may be opened .< 5. ... both hands at the left and right of the convertible top out simulta46 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Insert the Allen wrench as far as possible... into the resulting openings and raise the convertible top compartment lid 2 as far as shown in the direc- 3....
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When doing so, keep the convertible top compartment lid open , refer to arrow 2. 47 Online Edition for use a screwdriver if necessary. 7. with tension. 10. Short instructions for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Do not carry out the next operation, raising...
When doing so, keep the convertible top compartment lid open , refer to arrow 2. 47 Online Edition for use a screwdriver if necessary. 7. with tension. 10. Short instructions for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Do not carry out the next operation, raising...
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... in the event of an accident of switch. 50 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you can also adjust the contours of vehicle control could lead to safety...driven, otherwise there is to be damaged.< With the sports seat*, you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. 1 2 3 4 5 Angle Longitudinal direction Height Backrest Convertible: head restraints, refer to page 53 > Increase or decrease curvature: press front or rear section of switch. > Move curvature up or down: press upper or...
... in the event of an accident of switch. 50 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG The upper hips and spinal column receive supplementary support to help you can also adjust the contours of vehicle control could lead to safety...driven, otherwise there is to be damaged.< With the sports seat*, you maintain a relaxed, upright sitting position. 1 2 3 4 5 Angle Longitudinal direction Height Backrest Convertible: head restraints, refer to page 53 > Increase or decrease curvature: press front or rear section of switch. > Move curvature up or down: press upper or...
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...button was pressed inadvertently: press the button again; You can select* when the position is not stored in the memory. In the Convertible, only this feature, always make sure that the footwell behind the seat as a result of a rearward movement of the seat.< The... unobstructed. You can store and select three different adjustment settings for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Requesting with remote control Controls 2. Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory the steering wheel adjustment...
...button was pressed inadvertently: press the button again; You can select* when the position is not stored in the memory. In the Convertible, only this feature, always make sure that the footwell behind the seat as a result of a rearward movement of the seat.< The... unobstructed. You can store and select three different adjustment settings for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Requesting with remote control Controls 2. Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory the steering wheel adjustment...
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...cushion toward the rear. Do not place any objects behind the headrest cushion. Convertible: releasing backrest Move the switch up . 53 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Front seats:... designed so that the safety belt can be hooked onto it easier to an unexpected movement of the seat.< Coupe: releasing backrest Convertible Adjusting height Pull the lever upward and fold the backrest forward. Otherwise, you to the back of accident due to get in ...
...cushion toward the rear. Do not place any objects behind the headrest cushion. Convertible: releasing backrest Move the switch up . 53 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Front seats:... designed so that the safety belt can be hooked onto it easier to an unexpected movement of the seat.< Coupe: releasing backrest Convertible Adjusting height Pull the lever upward and fold the backrest forward. Otherwise, you to the back of accident due to get in ...
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... 2. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock 61 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Manual transmission 3. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into transmission position N. Starting engine Do not run the engine in the instrument.... Radio readiness and ignition switched off All indicator and warning lamps in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running , select the idling position, or shift the transmission into position ...
... 2. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock 61 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 759 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Manual transmission 3. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into transmission position N. Starting engine Do not run the engine in the instrument.... Radio readiness and ignition switched off All indicator and warning lamps in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running , select the idling position, or shift the transmission into position ...