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... 56 Fuel gauge 57 135i: engine oil temperature 57 Display for > Clock 56 > Outside temperature 56 > Indicator and warning lamps 62 7 Display for > Position of automatic transmission* 49 > Computer 57 > Date of next scheduled service, and remaining distance to be driven 61 > Odometer and trip odometer 56 > Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor... oil level 115 > Settings and information 59 8 Resetting the trip odometer 56 12 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG
... 56 Fuel gauge 57 135i: engine oil temperature 57 Display for > Clock 56 > Outside temperature 56 > Indicator and warning lamps 62 7 Display for > Position of automatic transmission* 49 > Computer 57 > Date of next scheduled service, and remaining distance to be driven 61 > Odometer and trip odometer 56 > Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor... oil level 115 > Settings and information 59 8 Resetting the trip odometer 56 12 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG
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...the engine is running: the remote control is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Switching off when the selector lever is in the instrument cluster lights up when you inside... remote control, refer to pressing the button. Take the old battery to a battery collection point or to your BMW center.< Malfunctions Convenient access may malfunction due to page 47. Windows To prevent injuries, watch the windows while closing...is not inside the vehicle. Remove the cover. 3. Insert the new battery with automatic transmission Controls At a glance
...the engine is running: the remote control is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Switching off when the selector lever is in the instrument cluster lights up when you inside... remote control, refer to pressing the button. Take the old battery to a battery collection point or to your BMW center.< Malfunctions Convenient access may malfunction due to page 47. Windows To prevent injuries, watch the windows while closing...is not inside the vehicle. Remove the cover. 3. Insert the new battery with automatic transmission Controls At a glance
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... can operate. When the engine is off, please switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electrical consumers in order to preserve the battery.< Automatic transmission You cannot take out the remote control unless the selector lever is in to release the locking mechanism. > The ignition is switched off ...the ignition lock as displays in the instrument cluster go out. 47 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Ignition on . Radio readiness is switched off . Insert the remote control all the way in the P position: interlock. Driving At a glance ...
... can operate. When the engine is off, please switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electrical consumers in order to preserve the battery.< Automatic transmission You cannot take out the remote control unless the selector lever is in to release the locking mechanism. > The ignition is switched off ...the ignition lock as displays in the instrument cluster go out. 47 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Ignition on . Radio readiness is switched off . Insert the remote control all the way in the P position: interlock. Driving At a glance ...
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...as repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start. Move the selector lever to roll.< Manual transmission 1. Start driving right away, but highly toxic gas. Depress the brake. 2. Automatic transmission 1. Driving Starting the engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of overheating ...inside the vehicle, refer to prevent the car from moving.< Do not wait for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG With the car at a standstill, move the selector lever to position P and forcefully apply the parking brake to page 26. 1. Never leave ...
...as repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start. Move the selector lever to roll.< Manual transmission 1. Start driving right away, but highly toxic gas. Depress the brake. 2. Automatic transmission 1. Driving Starting the engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of overheating ...inside the vehicle, refer to prevent the car from moving.< Do not wait for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG With the car at a standstill, move the selector lever to position P and forcefully apply the parking brake to page 26. 1. Never leave ...
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Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be used to be damaged if you inadvertently shift into 5th or 6th gear, ... to slow or stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. Parking brake The parking brake is lit, and when you drive off the engine: interlock. Automatic transmission with the engine running.< Disengaging the remote control In order to the right. The parking brake is applied.< In addition to fully...
Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls In exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be used to be damaged if you inadvertently shift into 5th or 6th gear, ... to slow or stop if the traffic conditions are suitable. Parking brake The parking brake is lit, and when you drive off the engine: interlock. Automatic transmission with the engine running.< Disengaging the remote control In order to the right. The parking brake is applied.< In addition to fully...
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...in use . Overriding selector lever lock Should the selector lever refuse to overrev will not be executed by the gear actually in automatic mode, the transmission switches to automatic mode. The gear selected is briefly displayed in the instrument cluster, followed by the system. Pull the sleeve up : pull...out of engine and vehicle speed; Controls Reference Mobility 51 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG > When you use the shift paddles on the selector lever is in a plausible combination of the shift paddles. Upshifts and downshifts are ...
...in use . Overriding selector lever lock Should the selector lever refuse to overrev will not be executed by the gear actually in automatic mode, the transmission switches to automatic mode. The gear selected is briefly displayed in the instrument cluster, followed by the system. Pull the sleeve up : pull...out of engine and vehicle speed; Controls Reference Mobility 51 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG > When you use the shift paddles on the selector lever is in a plausible combination of the shift paddles. Upshifts and downshifts are ...
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... 2. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is resumed and maintained. Otherwise you could lose control of a manual transmission or shift to neutral > When you select the automatic transmission's neutral position N > When the vehicle travels faster or slower than the set speed is increased or the vehicle is ... period, e.g. The last stored speed is switched off. 54 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG winding roads, dense traffic or poor road conditions due to maintain the set speed may prove impossible to , e.g. The car's current speed is...
... 2. The stored speed is cleared when the ignition is resumed and maintained. Otherwise you could lose control of a manual transmission or shift to neutral > When you select the automatic transmission's neutral position N > When the vehicle travels faster or slower than the set speed is increased or the vehicle is ... period, e.g. The last stored speed is switched off. 54 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG winding roads, dense traffic or poor road conditions due to maintain the set speed may prove impossible to , e.g. The car's current speed is...
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...tone sounds. Acoustic signals warn you engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selector lever to maintain the vehicle's stability even in front of systems that can no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG An acoustic warning does not sound until an object is interrupted ...the jet toward the sensors for lengthy periods and only spray from the detection area of personal injury or property damage.< Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on . System limitations Even with PDC, final responsibility for estimating the distance between the...
...tone sounds. Acoustic signals warn you engage reverse gear or move the automatic transmission selector lever to maintain the vehicle's stability even in front of systems that can no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG An acoustic warning does not sound until an object is interrupted ...the jet toward the sensors for lengthy periods and only spray from the detection area of personal injury or property damage.< Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on . System limitations Even with PDC, final responsibility for estimating the distance between the...
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... be available when you can still avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of the automatic transmission, refer to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure.< You can be no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness, you need it is not deeper than 1 ft...
... be available when you can still avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of the automatic transmission, refer to high temperatures, brake wear and possibly even brake failure.< You can be no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness, you need it is not deeper than 1 ft...
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...Load Determining loading limit 1. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving tips Controls At a glance For example, if the YYY amount equals 1,400 lbs. The engine can be riding in position N. Subtract... the vehicle. The resulting figure equals the available amount of luggage and cargo being loaded on your vehicle. With convenient access and automatic transmission Insert the remote control into the ignition switch. Stowing cargo Coupe Mobility 99 Reference 4. and there will be five 150-lb. ...
...Load Determining loading limit 1. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving tips Controls At a glance For example, if the YYY amount equals 1,400 lbs. The engine can be riding in position N. Subtract... the vehicle. The resulting figure equals the available amount of luggage and cargo being loaded on your vehicle. With convenient access and automatic transmission Insert the remote control into the ignition switch. Stowing cargo Coupe Mobility 99 Reference 4. and there will be five 150-lb. ...
Owner's Manual
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... treat the convertible top with products that are dangerous or hazardous to your vehicle.< Do not use products designed for your BMW. Release the parking brake. 4. Automatic transmission Before driving into an automatic car wash: > Unscrew the rod antenna*. > Deactivate the rain sensor* to prevent unintentional wiping. > Remove additional attachments, e.g. Preparations before driving into...
... treat the convertible top with products that are dangerous or hazardous to your vehicle.< Do not use products designed for your BMW. Release the parking brake. 4. Automatic transmission Before driving into an automatic car wash: > Unscrew the rod antenna*. > Deactivate the rain sensor* to prevent unintentional wiping. > Remove additional attachments, e.g. Preparations before driving into...
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...vehicle with just the rear axle raised as attaching it to the tow fittings only, as attaching it is cold, vehicles with an automatic transmission cannot be damaged.< Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with the clutch depressed all . 1. Shift into 3rd gear. 4. Attach the tow bar to other ...parts of 90 miles/150 km, otherwise the automatic transmission may cause the steering to avoid mounting the tow bar at all the way and ...
...vehicle with just the rear axle raised as attaching it to the tow fittings only, as attaching it is cold, vehicles with an automatic transmission cannot be damaged.< Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with the clutch depressed all . 1. Shift into 3rd gear. 4. Attach the tow bar to other ...parts of 90 miles/150 km, otherwise the automatic transmission may cause the steering to avoid mounting the tow bar at all the way and ...
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... no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg 4,134/1,875 4,255/1,930 4,211/1,910 4,266/1,935 794/360 2,028/920 794/360 2,116/960 Convertible 128i Approved gross weight > with manual transmission > with automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load...
... no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg lbs/kg 4,134/1,875 4,255/1,930 4,211/1,910 4,266/1,935 794/360 2,028/920 794/360 2,116/960 Convertible 128i Approved gross weight > with manual transmission > with automatic transmission Load Approved front axle load Approved rear axle load...
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...All-season tires, refer to Winter tires 113 152 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Ambient air, refer to Recirculated-air mode 80, 83 Antifreeze - coolant 117 - washer fluid 53 Antilock Brake System ABS 64 Anti...83 - cruise control 54 - headlamp control 74 Automatic car wash, refer to Car wash 98 Automatic car washes 120 Automatic climate control 79 - automatic air distribution 83 Automatic curb monitor 42 Automatic lamps - refer to Welcome lamps 74 Automatic recirculated-air control AUC 83 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 - interlock 50 - selector lever...
...All-season tires, refer to Winter tires 113 152 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Ambient air, refer to Recirculated-air mode 80, 83 Antifreeze - coolant 117 - washer fluid 53 Antilock Brake System ABS 64 Anti...83 - cruise control 54 - headlamp control 74 Automatic car wash, refer to Car wash 98 Automatic car washes 120 Automatic climate control 79 - automatic air distribution 83 Automatic curb monitor 42 Automatic lamps - refer to Welcome lamps 74 Automatic recirculated-air control AUC 83 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 - interlock 50 - selector lever...
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... DSC 65 Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation - door lock 22 - fuel filler door 104 - glass roof 30 - transmission lock, automatic transmission 51 Emergency release, luggage compartment lid 24 Emergency Request 130 Emergency services, refer to Roadside Assistance 130 Energy, saving - saving fuel... access 26 - switching off 48 Engine compartment 115 Engine coolant, refer to Coolant 117 Engine oil - adding 116 - additives 116 - BMW Maintenance System 118 - checking level 115 - intervals between changes, refer to Service requirements 61 - specified engine oils 116 Engine output, refer...
... DSC 65 Emergency operation, refer to Manual operation - door lock 22 - fuel filler door 104 - glass roof 30 - transmission lock, automatic transmission 51 Emergency release, luggage compartment lid 24 Emergency Request 130 Emergency services, refer to Roadside Assistance 130 Energy, saving - saving fuel... access 26 - switching off 48 Engine compartment 115 Engine coolant, refer to Coolant 117 Engine oil - adding 116 - additives 116 - BMW Maintenance System 118 - checking level 115 - intervals between changes, refer to Service requirements 61 - specified engine oils 116 Engine output, refer...
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... bulbs 125 Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 49 Hands-free system 14 Hazard warning flashers 14 Head airbags 71 Headlamp control, automatic 74 Headlamp cover 125 Headlamp flasher 51 Headlamps - replacing bulbs 125 Head restraints 37 Heated - seats 39 Heated mirrors 42 ... Required fuel 104 Gasoline display, refer to Fuel gauge 57 Gear change - with automatic transmission 50 - with manual transmission 49 Gear display, with automatic transmission 49 Gearshift lever - automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 - manual transmission 49 General driving notes 97 156 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 ...
... bulbs 125 Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 49 Hands-free system 14 Hazard warning flashers 14 Head airbags 71 Headlamp control, automatic 74 Headlamp cover 125 Headlamp flasher 51 Headlamps - replacing bulbs 125 Head restraints 37 Heated - seats 39 Heated mirrors 42 ... Required fuel 104 Gasoline display, refer to Fuel gauge 57 Gear change - with automatic transmission 50 - with manual transmission 49 Gear display, with automatic transmission 49 Gearshift lever - automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 - manual transmission 49 General driving notes 97 156 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 ...
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... Winter tires 113 Maintenance, refer to - BMW Maintenance System 118 - Service booklet Maintenance system 118 Malfunction warnings, refer to Check Control 62 Manual car wash 121 Manual operation - door lock 22 - fuel filler door 104 - glass roof 30 - transmission lock, automatic transmission 51 Manual operation with automatic transmission 50 Manual transmission 49 Maximum cooling 82 Maximum speed...
... Winter tires 113 Maintenance, refer to - BMW Maintenance System 118 - Service booklet Maintenance system 118 Malfunction warnings, refer to Check Control 62 Manual car wash 121 Manual operation - door lock 22 - fuel filler door 104 - glass roof 30 - transmission lock, automatic transmission 51 Manual operation with automatic transmission 50 Manual transmission 49 Maximum cooling 82 Maximum speed...
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159 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Remote control 18 - battery renewal 27 - convenient access 26 - garage door opener 85 - luggage compartment lid 20 - malfunctions 21, 27 - ...systems 53 Residual heat 83 Restraint systems, refer to Safety belts 41 Restraint systems for children 44 Retreaded tires 112 Reverse gear - automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 - manual transmission 49 Roadside Assistance 130 Roadside parking lamps 76 - replacing bulbs 125 Roadworthiness test, refer to Service requirements 61 Rollover protection system, convertible...
159 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Remote control 18 - battery renewal 27 - convenient access 26 - garage door opener 85 - luggage compartment lid 20 - malfunctions 21, 27 - ...systems 53 Residual heat 83 Restraint systems, refer to Safety belts 41 Restraint systems for children 44 Retreaded tires 112 Reverse gear - automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 - manual transmission 49 Roadside Assistance 130 Roadside parking lamps 76 - replacing bulbs 125 Roadworthiness test, refer to Service requirements 61 Rollover protection system, convertible...
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... 12 Speedometer 12 Sport program, automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 Spray nozzles, ...Steering with variable ratio, refer to Active steering 70 Steptronic, refer to Automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 Storage 123 Storage compartment package 89 Storage compartments 89 Storing... armrest 88 Telephone, refer to separate Owner's Manual Temperature, setting for automatic climate control 81, 82 Temperature display - outside temperature 56 - outside ...for tow-starting and towing away 132 Towing 132 - car with automatic transmission 132 - methods 133 Towing and tow-starting 132 Tow rope 133...
... 12 Speedometer 12 Sport program, automatic transmission with Steptronic 50 Spray nozzles, ...Steering with variable ratio, refer to Active steering 70 Steptronic, refer to Automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 Storage 123 Storage compartment package 89 Storage compartments 89 Storing... armrest 88 Telephone, refer to separate Owner's Manual Temperature, setting for automatic climate control 81, 82 Temperature display - outside temperature 56 - outside ...for tow-starting and towing away 132 Towing 132 - car with automatic transmission 132 - methods 133 Towing and tow-starting 132 Tow rope 133...
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TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 68 Traction control, refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 65 Transmission - automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 - manual transmission 49 Transporting children safely 44 Transport securing devices, refer to Securing cargo 100 Tread depth, refer to Minimum tire tread...penetration 120, 121 X Xenon lamps - replacing bulb 124 Reference 161 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Mobility Driving tips Controls At a glance Unlocking - from inside 23 - from outside 19 - luggage compartment lid 27 - without remote control, refer...
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor 68 Traction control, refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 65 Transmission - automatic transmission with Steptronic 49 - manual transmission 49 Transporting children safely 44 Transport securing devices, refer to Securing cargo 100 Tread depth, refer to Minimum tire tread...penetration 120, 121 X Xenon lamps - replacing bulb 124 Reference 161 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Mobility Driving tips Controls At a glance Unlocking - from inside 23 - from outside 19 - luggage compartment lid 27 - without remote control, refer...