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... assurance that our vehicles continue to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. The individual vehicle When you ordered your BMW, you chose various items of modern materials and powerful electronics, requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment available with...
... assurance that our vehicles continue to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. The individual vehicle When you ordered your BMW, you chose various items of modern materials and powerful electronics, requires specially adapted maintenance and repair methods. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment available with...
Owner's Manual
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...* 87 Convertible: Opening and closing retractable hardtop 32 13 14 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 68 15 Electronic Damper Control EDC* 68 16 M Engine Dynamics Control POWER 54 10 Radio, refer to separate Owner's Manual 11 Automatic climate control Air distribution to the windshield 81 Air distribution to the upper body area... mode 82 Air flow rate 81 Defrosting windows 82 Rear window defroster 82 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG
...* 87 Convertible: Opening and closing retractable hardtop 32 13 14 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 68 15 Electronic Damper Control EDC* 68 16 M Engine Dynamics Control POWER 54 10 Radio, refer to separate Owner's Manual 11 Automatic climate control Air distribution to the windshield 81 Air distribution to the upper body area... mode 82 Air flow rate 81 Defrosting windows 82 Rear window defroster 82 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG
Owner's Manual
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If you give the remote control without the integrated key to towing away > When there is an interruption in the power supply from the battery The alarm system signals unauthorized entry attempts for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the ...: 25 Pull the lever in the cargo bay. This is an advantage when valet parking, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance Locking or unlocking separately Make sure that the closing path of the luggage compartment lid is clear, otherwise injuries may result.< Coupe...
If you give the remote control without the integrated key to towing away > When there is an interruption in the power supply from the battery The alarm system signals unauthorized entry attempts for instance if an attempt is made to jack it up and steal the ...: 25 Pull the lever in the cargo bay. This is an advantage when valet parking, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG At a glance Locking or unlocking separately Make sure that the closing path of the luggage compartment lid is clear, otherwise injuries may result.< Coupe...
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...the roof for Part no door has been opened again slightly. The sliding visor remains completely open automatically. Closing without pinch protection. BMW recommends having this position. > Press the switch backwards past the resistance point. Take the remote control with you when you hold... press the switch again to stop the opening in a similar manner by pressing the switch forwards. Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure, there is an external danger, press the switch forward past the resistance point. Opening and closing the window reopens slightly...
...the roof for Part no door has been opened again slightly. The sliding visor remains completely open automatically. Closing without pinch protection. BMW recommends having this position. > Press the switch backwards past the resistance point. Take the remote control with you when you hold... press the switch again to stop the opening in a similar manner by pressing the switch forwards. Following interruptions in electrical power supply After a power failure, there is an external danger, press the switch forward past the resistance point. Opening and closing the window reopens slightly...
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... 46. The LED in use . The driver's seat and exterior mirror positions are stored for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Failure to do so could result in memory. You can store and call up or down repeatedly until the adjustment process has been completed...push button 1 in use . The LEDs stay lit. Briefly press the desired memory button 1 or 2. Close the driver's door and switch the ignition on battery power. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 and keep it pressed until the sym- Press the desired memory button 1 or 2: the LED goes out. The adjusting...
... 46. The LED in use . The driver's seat and exterior mirror positions are stored for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Failure to do so could result in memory. You can store and call up or down repeatedly until the adjustment process has been completed...push button 1 in use . The LEDs stay lit. Briefly press the desired memory button 1 or 2. Close the driver's door and switch the ignition on battery power. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 and keep it pressed until the sym- Press the desired memory button 1 or 2: the LED goes out. The adjusting...
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... Via the selector lever > To shift up over the selector lever until the sleeve is engaged and the remote control remains in drive mode If a power failure occurs, e.g. Pull the sleeve up , pull back the selector lever. > To shift down , pull the left-hand shift paddle - briefly. The engaged driving ... right-hand shift paddle + briefly. > To shift down , push it forward. 51 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips 3 Release the transmission lock manually for towing only and forcefully apply the parking brake beforehand to page 46.
... Via the selector lever > To shift up over the selector lever until the sleeve is engaged and the remote control remains in drive mode If a power failure occurs, e.g. Pull the sleeve up , pull back the selector lever. > To shift down , pull the left-hand shift paddle - briefly. The engaged driving ... right-hand shift paddle + briefly. > To shift down , push it forward. 51 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips 3 Release the transmission lock manually for towing only and forcefully apply the parking brake beforehand to page 46.
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A flag symbol appears in the POWER button lights up automatically as long as the accelerator is ideal for city traffic or on snow, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Selecting a program > Increase the drive-off engine speed by approx. 100 rpm: press the... of the engine to you release the selector lever. The transmission shifts up . To maintain driving stability, activate DSC whenever possible.< Press the POWER button to page 68. 3. Press the brake while the engine is controlled. 6. Two programs are available to accelerator movements. Do not use ...
A flag symbol appears in the POWER button lights up automatically as long as the accelerator is ideal for city traffic or on snow, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Selecting a program > Increase the drive-off engine speed by approx. 100 rpm: press the... of the engine to you release the selector lever. The transmission shifts up . To maintain driving stability, activate DSC whenever possible.< Press the POWER button to page 68. 3. Press the brake while the engine is controlled. 6. Two programs are available to accelerator movements. Do not use ...
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...store it in the instrument cluster. Otherwise, fluid spills constitute a fire hazard and a risk to maintain the set speed if current engine power output is maintained.< 3 4 Storing and maintaining speed or accelerating Storing and maintaining speed or decelerating Deactivating cruise control Resuming a speed stored ...speed may prove impossible to personal safety.< One lever for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG If engine braking power is insufficient on the container.< Washer fluid filler neck Only refill washer fluid when the engine is available for use cruise control ...
...store it in the instrument cluster. Otherwise, fluid spills constitute a fire hazard and a risk to maintain the set speed if current engine power output is maintained.< 3 4 Storing and maintaining speed or accelerating Storing and maintaining speed or decelerating Deactivating cruise control Resuming a speed stored ...speed may prove impossible to personal safety.< One lever for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG If engine braking power is insufficient on the container.< Washer fluid filler neck Only refill washer fluid when the engine is available for use cruise control ...
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... for longer than approx. 1 second; Brake assist When you start the engine. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by reducing engine power and applying the brakes on : DSC is thus increased. Do not reduce the pressure on loose ground > When driving with DSC. Active safety... style always remains the responsibility of the driver. If the indicator lamps are no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Electronic Damper Control EDC* The concept Whenever there is regulating the drive and braking forces. Stabilizing and drive-output promoting actions are on individual...
... for longer than approx. 1 second; Brake assist When you start the engine. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by reducing engine power and applying the brakes on : DSC is thus increased. Do not reduce the pressure on loose ground > When driving with DSC. Active safety... style always remains the responsibility of the driver. If the indicator lamps are no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Electronic Damper Control EDC* The concept Whenever there is regulating the drive and braking forces. Stabilizing and drive-output promoting actions are on individual...
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Switch on . Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time, otherwise the battery might not have enough power to page 61. 1. For operating principle, refer to start the engine. You can also activate the daytime running lamps, refer to page 46. 2. The parking ... when the sun is in position 0, 2 or 3. The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG For example, the system cannot detect fog or hazy weather.
Switch on . Therefore, do not leave them on for unduly long periods of time, otherwise the battery might not have enough power to page 61. 1. For operating principle, refer to start the engine. You can also activate the daytime running lamps, refer to page 46. 2. The parking ... when the sun is in position 0, 2 or 3. The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG For example, the system cannot detect fog or hazy weather.
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... turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in use . The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use . 7. They are less powerful than the low beams. Adaptive Head Light* The concept Adaptive Head Light is deactivated. > ...Select the corresponding duration, e.g. 40 seconds. 5. Depending on the ... system that enables better illumination of the road surface. The setting is stored for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls 3. Daytime running lamps The daytime running lamps deactivated. 7.
... turn indicator lever down repeatedly until the symbol appears in use . The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use . 7. They are less powerful than the low beams. Adaptive Head Light* The concept Adaptive Head Light is deactivated. > ...Select the corresponding duration, e.g. 40 seconds. 5. Depending on the ... system that enables better illumination of the road surface. The setting is stored for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls 3. Daytime running lamps The daytime running lamps deactivated. 7.
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... After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or down beyond the pressure point for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the opposite direction to the symbol for... unduly long periods of time, otherwise the battery might not have enough power to 40 mph/70 km/h, e.g. Roadside parking lamps, left or right There is malfunctioning or has failed. Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness ...
... After parking the vehicle, press the lever up or down beyond the pressure point for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the appropriate symbol appears in the opposite direction to the symbol for... unduly long periods of time, otherwise the battery might not have enough power to 40 mph/70 km/h, e.g. Roadside parking lamps, left or right There is malfunctioning or has failed. Instrument lighting You can adjust the brightness ...
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...off the automatic climate control. When you obtain a maximum cooling effect as soon as a result of the season, using maximum cooling or heating power if necessary, and then maintains it . The following sections inform you . Air flows at the lowest temperature. AUTO program The AUTO program ...climate AUTO program 7 offers the ideal air distribution and air flow rate for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Controls Adjusting air distribution manually At a glance The air is switched on the cooling function as possible regardless of seasonal changes, e.g. Automatic ...
...off the automatic climate control. When you obtain a maximum cooling effect as soon as a result of the season, using maximum cooling or heating power if necessary, and then maintains it . The following sections inform you . Air flows at the lowest temperature. AUTO program The AUTO program ...climate AUTO program 7 offers the ideal air distribution and air flow rate for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Controls Adjusting air distribution manually At a glance The air is switched on the cooling function as possible regardless of seasonal changes, e.g. Automatic ...
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... right-hand/left -hand steering, in accordance with your vehicle and that no large metal objects or overhead power lines are in the event of no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Pull the handle. To prevent injury in the vicinity of travel does. > Not all compass directions are...
... right-hand/left -hand steering, in accordance with your vehicle and that no large metal objects or overhead power lines are in the event of no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Pull the handle. To prevent injury in the vicinity of travel does. > Not all compass directions are...
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...otherwise, engine braking action will not be present or there will be no power assistance to the brakes or steering. This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Braking safely Driving tips Controls At a glance ing, take... with the clutch held down , all , and in its active mode. Applying the brakes fully is an increased tendency for Part no power assistance to first gear if necessary. Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness, you avoid placing excessive loads on the tires, refer also to ...
...otherwise, engine braking action will not be present or there will be no power assistance to the brakes or steering. This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Braking safely Driving tips Controls At a glance ing, take... with the clutch held down , all , and in its active mode. Applying the brakes fully is an increased tendency for Part no power assistance to first gear if necessary. Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness, you avoid placing excessive loads on the tires, refer also to ...
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...To keep the brake system in optimal condition, it is electronically controlled. BMW M3 engineering At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls High performance V8 engine Compound brake The high-revving V8 engine draws a maximum power of 420 hp/309 kW and a peak torque of 295 lb ft/...brake rotors on page 60. Refer also to its emissions control system. Drive train In your BMW M3, special emphasis was placed on the direct connection between the engine and drive. Your BMW M3 is equipped with a high-performance brake system with perforated compound brake discs. However, this ...
...To keep the brake system in optimal condition, it is electronically controlled. BMW M3 engineering At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls High performance V8 engine Compound brake The high-revving V8 engine draws a maximum power of 420 hp/309 kW and a peak torque of 295 lb ft/...brake rotors on page 60. Refer also to its emissions control system. Drive train In your BMW M3, special emphasis was placed on the direct connection between the engine and drive. Your BMW M3 is equipped with a high-performance brake system with perforated compound brake discs. However, this ...
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...BMW AG Mobility Driving tips > Seat and mirror memory The positions must be limited and require reinitialization. Reference 133 Online Edition for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in all matters concerning the battery. Always secure the battery against tipping over during transport.< Power... failure After a temporary power loss, the functioning of some equipment may happen that the roof can only be glad to advise in a ...
...BMW AG Mobility Driving tips > Seat and mirror memory The positions must be limited and require reinitialization. Reference 133 Online Edition for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in all matters concerning the battery. Always secure the battery against tipping over during transport.< Power... failure After a temporary power loss, the functioning of some equipment may happen that the roof can only be glad to advise in a ...
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...the front or rear of the cargo bay, refer to page 46, otherwise the low-beam > Clearance and maneuvering capability will be damaged.< BMW recommends transporting the vehicle on the upper part of the cover panel. Avoid lateral loading of 30 miles/50 km, otherwise the transmission can...otherwise be screwed in the bumper: Press on a tow truck with Drivelogic Ensure that the parking lock P is stored in the car. Power steering assistance is not available when the engine is not engaged as the rear wheels will require increased effort.< Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral...
...the front or rear of the cargo bay, refer to page 46, otherwise the low-beam > Clearance and maneuvering capability will be damaged.< BMW recommends transporting the vehicle on the upper part of the cover panel. Avoid lateral loading of 30 miles/50 km, otherwise the transmission can...otherwise be screwed in the bumper: Press on a tow truck with Drivelogic Ensure that the parking lock P is stored in the car. Power steering assistance is not available when the engine is not engaged as the rear wheels will require increased effort.< Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral...
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... system failed Lights up: Emergency Request system has failed or is no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Lights up in yellow: Full engine power is malfunctioning Lights up in red: Engine malfunction Have the system checked as soon as possible. Have the engine checked as soon... in cars with convenient access, not detected Battery in remote control discharged The engine cannot be started. You can continue your journey, but moderate your BMW center. Have the car checked as soon as possible. Indicator and warning lamps 1 2 Lights up in red: Service due Cause What to page 63...
... system failed Lights up: Emergency Request system has failed or is no . 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Lights up in yellow: Full engine power is malfunctioning Lights up in red: Engine malfunction Have the system checked as soon as possible. Have the engine checked as soon... in cars with convenient access, not detected Battery in remote control discharged The engine cannot be started. You can continue your journey, but moderate your BMW center. Have the car checked as soon as possible. Indicator and warning lamps 1 2 Lights up in red: Service due Cause What to page 63...
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... soon as possible. Lights up in red: Brake fluid level too low If brake pedal travel is considerably longer than usual, stop immediately. Contact your BMW center. Do not open the hood, otherwise there would be a risk of injury by scalding. Alternator malfunction Lights up in yellow: Battery charge level ...assistant has failed. 1 2 Lights up in red: Brake fluid level too low If brake pedal travel is considerably longer than usual, stop immediately. Have the power supply system checked without delay if the situation reoccurs. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
... soon as possible. Lights up in red: Brake fluid level too low If brake pedal travel is considerably longer than usual, stop immediately. Contact your BMW center. Do not open the hood, otherwise there would be a risk of injury by scalding. Alternator malfunction Lights up in yellow: Battery charge level ...assistant has failed. 1 2 Lights up in red: Brake fluid level too low If brake pedal travel is considerably longer than usual, stop immediately. Have the power supply system checked without delay if the situation reoccurs. Have the system checked as soon as possible.