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...player and CD changer Controls 28 47 56 58 74 85 Opening and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 96 Lamps 100 Climate 106 Practical interior accessories Communications 162 Telephoning... 174 TeleService, BMW Assist Mobility 182 184 190 195 197 202 Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance Replacing components Giving and receiving assistance Navigation Reference Mobility Communications ...
...player and CD changer Controls 28 47 56 58 74 85 Opening and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 96 Lamps 100 Climate 106 Practical interior accessories Communications 162 Telephoning... 174 TeleService, BMW Assist Mobility 182 184 190 195 197 202 Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance Replacing components Giving and receiving assistance Navigation Reference Mobility Communications ...
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... on steering wheel Mobile phone* 162 > Press: accepting and ending call, starting dialing* for selected phone number and redialing if no phone number is selected > Press longer: redialing 14 Cruise control 66 Active cruise control* 67 15 Releasing the hood 190 Controls Reference Mobility 11 Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 16 Opening... lighting 99 10 Starting/stopping engine and switching ignition on/off 58 11 Ignition lock 58 12 Horn: the entire surface 13 Steering wheel heater* 54 Steering wheel adjustment 53 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05...
... on steering wheel Mobile phone* 162 > Press: accepting and ending call, starting dialing* for selected phone number and redialing if no phone number is selected > Press longer: redialing 14 Cruise control 66 Active cruise control* 67 15 Releasing the hood 190 Controls Reference Mobility 11 Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips 16 Opening... lighting 99 10 Starting/stopping engine and switching ignition on/off 58 11 Ignition lock 58 12 Horn: the entire surface 13 Steering wheel heater* 54 Steering wheel adjustment 53 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05...
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Switch on }} Driving tips Commands Controls At a glance To have the system list ...Opening start menu {Main menu} 23 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 4. {CD} The system says: {{CD player switched on Entertainment sound output if... necessary. 2. Press the button on the steering wheel or in the center console or {Cancel} Having possible commands read aloud the possible commands for running a function, e.g.: {Settings ...
Switch on }} Driving tips Commands Controls At a glance To have the system list ...Opening start menu {Main menu} 23 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation 4. {CD} The system says: {{CD player switched on Entertainment sound output if... necessary. 2. Press the button on the steering wheel or in the center console or {Cancel} Having possible commands read aloud the possible commands for running a function, e.g.: {Settings ...
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...entire vehicle, refer to page 30 > Locking the vehicle after a short time or after starting to drive, refer to page 32 > Assigning the programmable buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 54 Central locking system The concept The central locking system is ready for operation ...to page 135 The most of these settings are stored for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance When the vehicle is unlocked, the corresponding remote control is closed. The individual settings are stored ...
...entire vehicle, refer to page 30 > Locking the vehicle after a short time or after starting to drive, refer to page 32 > Assigning the programmable buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 54 Central locking system The concept The central locking system is ready for operation ...to page 135 The most of these settings are stored for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance When the vehicle is unlocked, the corresponding remote control is closed. The individual settings are stored ...
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...the luggage compartment for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Controls The convertible top cannot be opened if the convertible top compartment floor is in...When you can open : 1. If special circumstances should make it absolutely necessary to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle > To interruptions in position. Coupe: close all windows, including the ... or unlock the vehicle, either with the system armed, by flashing the high beams Driving tips Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Luggage compartment There are briefly signaled by the alarm system...
...the luggage compartment for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Controls The convertible top cannot be opened if the convertible top compartment floor is in...When you can open : 1. If special circumstances should make it absolutely necessary to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle > To interruptions in position. Coupe: close all windows, including the ... or unlock the vehicle, either with the system armed, by flashing the high beams Driving tips Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Luggage compartment There are briefly signaled by the alarm system...
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...arrow 1. Insert the remote control into a car wash with a finger for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls Starting engine At a glance Locking doors Touch the surface, arrow 2 on the driver's door or 3 on the passenger door ... a remote control is detected in contrast to ordinary remote control It is detected inside the locked vehicle after unlocking, the electric steering-wheel lock disengages, refer to page 58. The special features when using comfort access are described below. > The engine can start the ...
...arrow 1. Insert the remote control into a car wash with a finger for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls Starting engine At a glance Locking doors Touch the surface, arrow 2 on the driver's door or 3 on the passenger door ... a remote control is detected in contrast to ordinary remote control It is detected inside the locked vehicle after unlocking, the electric steering-wheel lock disengages, refer to page 58. The special features when using comfort access are described below. > The engine can start the ...
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...and the airbags. Be sure that its rim with hands at ear level. Always hold the steering wheel by its center is sitting correctly and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument panel, otherwise... with airbags cannot be entirely ruled out, depending on operating safety belts, refer to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. For additional information on airbags, refer to page 56. Avoid wearing clothing that the safety belt is ...for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
...and the airbags. Be sure that its rim with hands at ear level. Always hold the steering wheel by its center is sitting correctly and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument panel, otherwise... with airbags cannot be entirely ruled out, depending on operating safety belts, refer to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. For additional information on airbags, refer to page 56. Avoid wearing clothing that the safety belt is ...for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
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...exterior mirror and steering-wheel positions. 3. Press ...exterior mirrors and steering wheel. The adjustment of... and steering wheel are stored ...wheel adjustment in the button lights up. 4. Requesting Do not request a position from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel....< Convenience mode 1. You can store and select three different adjustment settings for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW... AG At a glance Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller. 4. Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory The adjusting procedure for the steering wheel...
...exterior mirror and steering-wheel positions. 3. Press ...exterior mirrors and steering wheel. The adjustment of... and steering wheel are stored ...wheel adjustment in the button lights up. 4. Requesting Do not request a position from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel....< Convenience mode 1. You can store and select three different adjustment settings for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW... AG At a glance Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller. 4. Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory The adjusting procedure for the steering wheel...
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...to the windshield in four directions. Deactivating Slide switch into the driver's side mirror position, arrow 1. Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving forward, the interior and exterior mirrors dim as a function of unexpected movement.< Tilting down passenger-side ...53 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Easy entry/exit Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Steering wheel Controls At a glance The steering wheel can be adjusted in front of the mirror housing. For trouble-free operation, keep ...
...to the windshield in four directions. Deactivating Slide switch into the driver's side mirror position, arrow 1. Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving forward, the interior and exterior mirrors dim as a function of unexpected movement.< Tilting down passenger-side ...53 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Easy entry/exit Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Steering wheel Controls At a glance The steering wheel can be adjusted in front of the mirror housing. For trouble-free operation, keep ...
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If you have programmed "Navigation voice instructions" for one of the buttons: > To switch voice instructions on/off: Maintain pressure on the steering wheel. Activating selected function Press the corresponding button on the button for several seconds. > To repeat the last voice instruction: Press the button. 55 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
If you have programmed "Navigation voice instructions" for one of the buttons: > To switch voice instructions on/off: Maintain pressure on the steering wheel. Activating selected function Press the corresponding button on the button for several seconds. > To repeat the last voice instruction: Press the button. 55 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance
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...sensitive surface on the door handle, refer to page 13, light up for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Driving Driving Ignition lock Start/Stop button Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock; it was still switched on . Some ... moving the vehicle, insert the remote control into the ignition lock. > Radio readiness switches on . > The electric steering-wheel lock audibly engages. otherwise, the electric steering-wheel lock will not be unlocked and the vehicle cannot be removed when the selector lever is switched off . Ignition on and ...
...sensitive surface on the door handle, refer to page 13, light up for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Driving Driving Ignition lock Start/Stop button Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock; it was still switched on . Some ... moving the vehicle, insert the remote control into the ignition lock. > Radio readiness switches on . > The electric steering-wheel lock audibly engages. otherwise, the electric steering-wheel lock will not be unlocked and the vehicle cannot be removed when the selector lever is switched off . Ignition on and ...
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...position N. Apply the handbrake. 2. Briefly press Start/Stop button. otherwise, the steering wheel lock would engage while steering. Briefly press Start/Stop button. The system responds by ... P or shift into neutral before leaving the vehicle with Steptronic* Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Depress brake pedal. 2. The system responds by automatically engaging... engaging the starter for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Automatic transmission with the engine running , as the engine starts. if it...
...position N. Apply the handbrake. 2. Briefly press Start/Stop button. otherwise, the steering wheel lock would engage while steering. Briefly press Start/Stop button. The system responds by ... P or shift into neutral before leaving the vehicle with Steptronic* Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance Depress brake pedal. 2. The system responds by automatically engaging... engaging the starter for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Automatic transmission with the engine running , as the engine starts. if it...
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... Online Edition for Canadian models. Move the selector lever into 3rd or 4th gear could lead to use the handbrake while driving, it brakes the rear wheels. it must not be given an optical and acoustic reminder. Briefly press Start/Stop button. When shifting into 5th/6th ... P with the vehicle stopped. 2. Driving Manual transmission 1. Apply the handbrake. 2. Pull slightly upward, press the button and lower the lever. Handbrake The handbrake is switched off . Indicator lamp for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Otherwise strong application of the handbrake...
... Online Edition for Canadian models. Move the selector lever into 3rd or 4th gear could lead to use the handbrake while driving, it brakes the rear wheels. it must not be given an optical and acoustic reminder. Briefly press Start/Stop button. When shifting into 5th/6th ... P with the vehicle stopped. 2. Driving Manual transmission 1. Apply the handbrake. 2. Pull slightly upward, press the button and lower the lever. Handbrake The handbrake is switched off . Indicator lamp for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Otherwise strong application of the handbrake...
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.... Sequential mode Mobility Reference After every engine start, as soon as the selector lever is opened with the ignition switched on the steering wheel. The backup lamps switch on automatically with the engine running and neither the pedals, the shift paddles nor the selector-lever are operated.... and two shift paddles on . > One-touch functions for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Gear display Controls At a glance You operate the SMG using the shifting paddles or the selector-lever. It offers the ...
.... Sequential mode Mobility Reference After every engine start, as soon as the selector lever is opened with the ignition switched on the steering wheel. The backup lamps switch on automatically with the engine running and neither the pedals, the shift paddles nor the selector-lever are operated.... and two shift paddles on . > One-touch functions for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Gear display Controls At a glance You operate the SMG using the shifting paddles or the selector-lever. It offers the ...
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...the transmission downshifts automatically even without your intervention. Start off in second gear, e.g. Using shift paddles on steering wheel > To shift up, pull one of P or N; D Drive mode In the Drive mode, all forward gears are executed only when they will result in slippery conditions. thus, for you can ... > Shortly before shifting out of the shift paddles. > To shift down : for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG To switch back to the Sequential mode: press selector-lever to the right toward D or shift using the shifting paddles or the selectorlever. Otherwise...
...the transmission downshifts automatically even without your intervention. Start off in second gear, e.g. Using shift paddles on steering wheel > To shift up, pull one of P or N; D Drive mode In the Drive mode, all forward gears are executed only when they will result in slippery conditions. thus, for you can ... > Shortly before shifting out of the shift paddles. > To shift down : for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG To switch back to the Sequential mode: press selector-lever to the right toward D or shift using the shifting paddles or the selectorlever. Otherwise...
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... provides maximum acceleration: Press the accelerator pedal beyond the fullthrottle resistance point. 63 Online Edition for normal vehicle operation. The rear wheels are executed only when they will not be deactivated: 1. N Neutral You can select N in position D. The vehicle can be... selector-lever to the left into selector-lever positions R and P. D Drive, automatic position Position for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance To prevent the vehicle from position D to the...
... provides maximum acceleration: Press the accelerator pedal beyond the fullthrottle resistance point. 63 Online Edition for normal vehicle operation. The rear wheels are executed only when they will not be deactivated: 1. N Neutral You can select N in position D. The vehicle can be... selector-lever to the left into selector-lever positions R and P. D Drive, automatic position Position for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance To prevent the vehicle from position D to the...
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... washers if there is available for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Otherwise, you do not permit a constant speed, e.g. Always follow the instructions for a brief...Edition for use provided on the windshield. When the vehicle lighting system is flammable. Driving Activating rain sensor Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is switched on winding roads, in ...of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h and higher. Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Turn the knurled wheel 5. If you could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.< Capacity approx. 5.3 US ...
... washers if there is available for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Otherwise, you do not permit a constant speed, e.g. Always follow the instructions for a brief...Edition for use provided on the windshield. When the vehicle lighting system is flammable. Driving Activating rain sensor Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is switched on winding roads, in ...of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h and higher. Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Turn the knurled wheel 5. If you could result in damage caused by undesired wiper activation.< Capacity approx. 5.3 US ...
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...709 © 09/05 BMW AG Low objects already displayed, e.g. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by applying the brakes differently in the individual wheels. 86 Online Edition for the duration of the braking maneuver. This increases active driving safety. Electronic brake-force ...distribution This system controls the brake system's application pressure at the rear wheels to open the menu. 3. DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels when starting off when the brake pedal is activated. Select "PDC" and press ...
...709 © 09/05 BMW AG Low objects already displayed, e.g. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by applying the brakes differently in the individual wheels. 86 Online Edition for the duration of the braking maneuver. This increases active driving safety. Electronic brake-force ...distribution This system controls the brake system's application pressure at the rear wheels to open the menu. 3. DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC prevents traction loss in the driving wheels when starting off when the brake pedal is activated. Select "PDC" and press ...
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...stop at a suitable location and switch off the engine as soon as possible. If a malfunction occurs, please remember to adapt your BMW center.< System limits The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate sudden severe tire damage caused by outside factors and does not detect a natural... system must be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on the Control Display, stop is shown on snow-covered or slippery roads > Sporty driving style: slip in the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration > Driving with snow chains*.< iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16. 88...
...stop at a suitable location and switch off the engine as soon as possible. If a malfunction occurs, please remember to adapt your BMW center.< System limits The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate sudden severe tire damage caused by outside factors and does not detect a natural... system must be delayed or malfunction: > System has not been initialized > Driving on the Control Display, stop is shown on snow-covered or slippery roads > Sporty driving style: slip in the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration > Driving with snow chains*.< iDrive, for principle details, refer to page 16. 88...
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... In critical situations, the system can also be deactivated. The stability-promoting intervention can make targeted corrections to the steering wheel movements. Proceed cautiously and drive defensively. Brake force display Malfunction The warning lamp lights up and a message appears on the other hand, the steering angle... more . At low speeds, e.g. Have the system checked. Technology for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG in the higher road speed range. the steering becomes very direct. This stability-promoting intervention is deactivated when DSC is switched off, ...
... In critical situations, the system can also be deactivated. The stability-promoting intervention can make targeted corrections to the steering wheel movements. Proceed cautiously and drive defensively. Brake force display Malfunction The warning lamp lights up and a message appears on the other hand, the steering angle... more . At low speeds, e.g. Have the system checked. Technology for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG in the higher road speed range. the steering becomes very direct. This stability-promoting intervention is deactivated when DSC is switched off, ...