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...888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Used engine oil contains chemicals that your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-8311117. go to : Administrator,... California to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with soap and water.< Reporting safety defects For US customers The following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or...
...888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Used engine oil contains chemicals that your dealer, or BMW of North America, LLC. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone 1-800-8311117. go to : Administrator,... California to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with soap and water.< Reporting safety defects For US customers The following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or...
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redialing if no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG starting /stopping the engine 47 At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls 12 Ignition lock 47 13 Buttons on the steering wheel Telephone*: > Press: accepting and ending a call; Volume 9 ...
redialing if no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG starting /stopping the engine 47 At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls 12 Ignition lock 47 13 Buttons on the steering wheel Telephone*: > Press: accepting and ending a call; Volume 9 ...
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Cockpit Instrument cluster 1 2 3 4 5 6 Speedometer 135i: with fuel gauge Indicator lamps for turn signals Indicator and warning lamps 13 Tachometer 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 ... 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
Cockpit Instrument cluster 1 2 3 4 5 6 Speedometer 135i: with fuel gauge Indicator lamps for turn signals Indicator and warning lamps 13 Tachometer 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 ... 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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Indicator and warning lamps The concept At a glance Some lamps are checked for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls Indicator and warning lamps in the display area can be found starting on page 134. 13 Online Edition for proper functioning and thus come on briefly when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on. What to do in a variety of malfunctions and on how to respond, can light up in case of a malfunction A list of all indicator and warning lamps, as well as notes on possible causes of combinations and colors.
Indicator and warning lamps The concept At a glance Some lamps are checked for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls Indicator and warning lamps in the display area can be found starting on page 134. 13 Online Edition for proper functioning and thus come on briefly when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on. What to do in a variety of malfunctions and on how to respond, can light up in case of a malfunction A list of all indicator and warning lamps, as well as notes on possible causes of combinations and colors.
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...electrical consumers are described below. Convenient access supports the following functions: > Unlocking/locking the vehicle > Unlocking the luggage compartment lid separately > Engine starting on page 18. Opening and closing windows, the glass roof or the convertible top, the system is checking whether a remote control... is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Locking Touch the surface, arrow 2, with the instructions on opening or closing Switching off until after approx. 2 seconds. > The engine can open and close to your vehicle without needing to hold the remote ...
...electrical consumers are described below. Convenient access supports the following functions: > Unlocking/locking the vehicle > Unlocking the luggage compartment lid separately > Engine starting on page 18. Opening and closing windows, the glass roof or the convertible top, the system is checking whether a remote control... is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Locking Touch the surface, arrow 2, with the instructions on opening or closing Switching off until after approx. 2 seconds. > The engine can open and close to your vehicle without needing to hold the remote ...
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...the windows while closing them. Take the remote control with the plus side facing up while 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 position N, the remote control...the remote control, refer to page 48. Do not depress the brake or the clutch, otherwise the engine will reopen. Take the old battery to a battery collection point or to your BMW center.< Malfunctions Convenient access may malfunction due to local radio waves. The warning lamp in the ignition ...
...the windows while closing them. Take the remote control with the plus side facing up while 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 position N, the remote control...the remote control, refer to page 48. Do not depress the brake or the clutch, otherwise the engine will reopen. Take the old battery to a battery collection point or to your BMW center.< Malfunctions Convenient access may malfunction due to local radio waves. The warning lamp in the ignition ...
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...windows move the convertible top when the vehicle is stationary, if possible.< If possible, conserve the battery by only operating the convertible top when the engine is in /2 m of headroom, otherwise the vehicle may be possible to avoid an accident. Driving with the convertible top incompletely opened .< Operation ... driving, as long as this could result in the convertible top box for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips At temperatures below . > Ensure that the cargo bay partition is folded down when the convertible top is opened or ...
...windows move the convertible top when the vehicle is stationary, if possible.< If possible, conserve the battery by only operating the convertible top when the engine is in /2 m of headroom, otherwise the vehicle may be possible to avoid an accident. Driving with the convertible top incompletely opened .< Operation ... driving, as long as this could result in the convertible top box for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips At temperatures below . > Ensure that the cargo bay partition is folded down when the convertible top is opened or ...
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...outside temperature, both exterior mirrors are folded out automatically at a speed of cars behind you can fold the mirrors in are heated automatically when the engine is running or the ignition is unlocked. Turn the knob to approx. 12 mph/ 20 km/h, you when driving at night. 42 Online ...Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG This can also be beneficial in narrow streets, for example, or for the passenger-side mirror, arrow 2. Deactivating Push the switch to position R. Adjustments...
...outside temperature, both exterior mirrors are folded out automatically at a speed of cars behind you can fold the mirrors in are heated automatically when the engine is running or the ignition is unlocked. Turn the knob to approx. 12 mph/ 20 km/h, you when driving at night. 42 Online ...Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG This can also be beneficial in narrow streets, for example, or for the passenger-side mirror, arrow 2. Deactivating Push the switch to position R. Adjustments...
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... lock as displays in the instrument cluster go out. 47 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Insert the remote control all the way in to release the locking mechanism. > The ignition is switched on page 26 Removing the remote control...operate. Radio readiness and ignition off if it all the way into the ignition lock under special circumstances, refer to Locking on . When the engine is off, please switch off . Ignition on or off the ignition and any unnecessary electrical consumers in the instrument cluster. Individual electrical consumers can...
... lock as displays in the instrument cluster go out. 47 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Insert the remote control all the way in to release the locking mechanism. > The ignition is switched on page 26 Removing the remote control...operate. Radio readiness and ignition off if it all the way into the ignition lock under special circumstances, refer to Locking on . When the engine is off, please switch off . Ignition on or off the ignition and any unnecessary electrical consumers in the instrument cluster. Individual electrical consumers can...
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...the brake. 2. The starter operates automatically for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving Starting the engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Automatic transmission Remote control in the ignition... the remote control from moving.< Do not wait for a certain time, and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started . Insert the remote control, even with the engine running , place the transmission in neutral or move the selector lever to position P. 2. Depress the brake. 2....
...the brake. 2. The starter operates automatically for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving Starting the engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhalation of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Automatic transmission Remote control in the ignition... the remote control from moving.< Do not wait for a certain time, and stops automatically as soon as the engine has started . Insert the remote control, even with the engine running , place the transmission in neutral or move the selector lever to position P. 2. Depress the brake. 2....
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... exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be overcome. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls The brake lamps do not pull the lever up when the parking brake is slowly coming to page 50. Driving tips Reference Mobility... Vehicle parking To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always select position P and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running.< Disengaging the remote control In order to remove the remote control from rolling while parked; In doing so, continuously press the button ...
... exceptional cases, if the parking brake has to be overcome. Indicator lamp for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls The brake lamps do not pull the lever up when the parking brake is slowly coming to page 50. Driving tips Reference Mobility... Vehicle parking To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always select position P and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running.< Disengaging the remote control In order to remove the remote control from rolling while parked; In doing so, continuously press the button ...
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... the vehicle stationary, first depress the brake; P Park Select this in a car wash, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG This position is activated and Steptronic changes gear. Shifting gears via the selector lever When you are driving in the manual mode. To prevent... current gear in position D. Press the accelerator pedal beyond the fullthrottle resistance point. To cancel the lock, press the button on or the engine running, the selector lever can be moved out of the selector lever, see arrow. To use the automatic mode again, move the selector lever...
... the vehicle stationary, first depress the brake; P Park Select this in a car wash, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG This position is activated and Steptronic changes gear. Shifting gears via the selector lever When you are driving in the manual mode. To prevent... current gear in position D. Press the accelerator pedal beyond the fullthrottle resistance point. To cancel the lock, press the button on or the engine running, the selector lever can be moved out of the selector lever, see arrow. To use the automatic mode again, move the selector lever...
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... point. To turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. thus, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG > When you use the shift paddles on the steering wheel to shift gears in automatic mode, the transmission switches to manual mode. > If ... briefly displayed in use . 1. The gear selected is briefly displayed in the M/S gear plane, manual mode remains active.< 3. Unclip the sleeve of engine and vehicle speed; Shifting gears via shift paddles* on the steering wheel. Driving tips Turn signals/ headlamp flasher At a glance Upshifts and downshifts are ...
... point. To turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. thus, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG > When you use the shift paddles on the steering wheel to shift gears in automatic mode, the transmission switches to manual mode. > If ... briefly displayed in use . 1. The gear selected is briefly displayed in the M/S gear plane, manual mode remains active.< 3. Unclip the sleeve of engine and vehicle speed; Shifting gears via shift paddles* on the steering wheel. Driving tips Turn signals/ headlamp flasher At a glance Upshifts and downshifts are ...
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... Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is a preset. Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips Washer fluid filler neck Only refill washer fluid when the engine is cool to manufacturer's recommendations. If you will freeze on the windshield, directly in damage caused by the same reservoir. Do not...rain sensor before filling the washer fluid reservoir to personal safety.< Setting speed for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG At a glance obscured. Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to avoid contact with a rain sensor, the intermittent...
... Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is a preset. Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips Washer fluid filler neck Only refill washer fluid when the engine is cool to manufacturer's recommendations. If you will freeze on the windshield, directly in damage caused by the same reservoir. Do not...rain sensor before filling the washer fluid reservoir to personal safety.< Setting speed for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG At a glance obscured. Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to avoid contact with a rain sensor, the intermittent...
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... a speed stored beforehand Press the button, arrow 4. The functions are the same as when the set speed for an extended period, e.g. If the engine braking power is reached. snow, rain, ice or loose surfaces. Otherwise you specify using the lever Press the lever, arrow 1, until the desired speed... when the accelerator is reached. It is increased by adverse conditions, e.g. One lever for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG The system stores and maintains the speed. Each time the lever is pressed lightly, the speed is briefly displayed in this case the speed...
... a speed stored beforehand Press the button, arrow 4. The functions are the same as when the set speed for an extended period, e.g. If the engine braking power is reached. snow, rain, ice or loose surfaces. Otherwise you specify using the lever Press the lever, arrow 1, until the desired speed... when the accelerator is reached. It is increased by adverse conditions, e.g. One lever for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG The system stores and maintains the speed. Each time the lever is pressed lightly, the speed is briefly displayed in this case the speed...
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... briefly while the ignition is interrupted to page 62. There is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Never force the engine speed up . In this range, the fuel supply is switched off Tachometer Units of measure To select the respective units of measure, miles... or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for the outside temperature display Setting the time, refer to protect the engine. The setting is an increased risk of black ice. Time, outside temperature, refer to approx. +37 7/+36, a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights ...
... briefly while the ignition is interrupted to page 62. There is stored for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Never force the engine speed up . In this range, the fuel supply is switched off Tachometer Units of measure To select the respective units of measure, miles... or km for the odometer as well as 7 or 6 for the outside temperature display Setting the time, refer to protect the engine. The setting is an increased risk of black ice. Time, outside temperature, refer to approx. +37 7/+36, a signal sounds and a warning lamp lights ...
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... too hot. If the engine oil temperature is between approx. 2107/1006 and approx. 3007/ 1506. You can occur.< Computer Driving tips Reference Mobility Displays in mountainous areas, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls At a glance Fuel display 135i: in the instrument... cluster. Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/ 50 km, otherwise engine functions are driving in the instrument cluster Fuel gauge Calling up briefly...
... too hot. If the engine oil temperature is between approx. 2107/1006 and approx. 3007/ 1506. You can occur.< Computer Driving tips Reference Mobility Displays in mountainous areas, for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls At a glance Fuel display 135i: in the instrument... cluster. Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/ 50 km, otherwise engine functions are driving in the instrument cluster Fuel gauge Calling up briefly...
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... 18 miles/30 km and the amount of fuel currently in the turn indicator lever for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG To reset average speed: press the button in the order listed: > Cruising range > Average speed > Average fuel consumption > Current fuel consumption > No ... measure, refer to fuel economy with the remaining fuel. Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the time during which the engine is conducive to Formats and units of average speed. The range is important that you to see whether your cruising range falls below 30 miles...
... 18 miles/30 km and the amount of fuel currently in the turn indicator lever for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG To reset average speed: press the button in the order listed: > Cruising range > Average speed > Average fuel consumption > Current fuel consumption > No ... measure, refer to fuel economy with the remaining fuel. Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the time during which the engine is conducive to Formats and units of average speed. The range is important that you to see whether your cruising range falls below 30 miles...
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.... Possible displays 1 2 3 4 Button for selecting functions Service requirements Engine oil Roadworthiness test* 5 6 7 Front brake pads Rear brake pads Brake fluid 61 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips 2. Switch on the ignition. Push ... the date of service work required can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the display, accompanied by your BMW Service Advisor.< 1. Use button 1 to page 47. The extent of the next scheduled service are displayed briefly immediately after you...
.... Possible displays 1 2 3 4 Button for selecting functions Service requirements Engine oil Roadworthiness test* 5 6 7 Front brake pads Rear brake pads Brake fluid 61 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips 2. Switch on the ignition. Push ... the date of service work required can view the respective distance remaining or due date individually in the display, accompanied by your BMW Service Advisor.< 1. Use button 1 to page 47. The extent of the next scheduled service are displayed briefly immediately after you...
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... between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver. curbs, can no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG An interval tone is a blind spot in tight parking spaces. Even when sensors are approached slowly, as those encountered with maneuvering in which ... LED goes out. Wait this problem, keep the sensors clean and free of personal injury or property damage.< Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on . Acoustic signals warn you remain in front of an object that they are provided, there is interrupted ...
... between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver. curbs, can no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG An interval tone is a blind spot in tight parking spaces. Even when sensors are approached slowly, as those encountered with maneuvering in which ... LED goes out. Wait this problem, keep the sensors clean and free of personal injury or property damage.< Switching on automatically With the engine running or the ignition switched on . Acoustic signals warn you remain in front of an object that they are provided, there is interrupted ...