Owner's Manual
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...If the convertible top is not fully opened or closed, the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened or closed. > If the right-hand LED flashes red when you release the button, the opening or closing action has not yet finished. > If the right-hand LED lights up...up green. Close the luggage compartment lid. The rear seats must have engaged completely. The sequence can no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Before closing LEDs > While the convertible top is a malfunction. Slowly and smoothly open it is unlocked manually, the luggage compartment lid can be performed...
...If the convertible top is not fully opened or closed, the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened or closed. > If the right-hand LED flashes red when you release the button, the opening or closing action has not yet finished. > If the right-hand LED lights up...up green. Close the luggage compartment lid. The rear seats must have engaged completely. The sequence can no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Before closing LEDs > While the convertible top is a malfunction. Slowly and smoothly open it is unlocked manually, the luggage compartment lid can be performed...
Owner's Manual
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Position the free locking pins at the openings provided for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Folding 4. Press the wind deflector into the openings, arrows 3, overcoming the tension in the springs, and push the free locking pin in the reverse ... 4. 5. Position both locking pins of one side at the corresponding openings and let the spring tension lock the wind deflector in place, arrow 5. Slide the red release lever towards the middle of the wind deflector, arrow 6. Fold up the top section of the wind deflector and push the two halves apart...
Position the free locking pins at the openings provided for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Folding 4. Press the wind deflector into the openings, arrows 3, overcoming the tension in the springs, and push the free locking pin in the reverse ... 4. 5. Position both locking pins of one side at the corresponding openings and let the spring tension lock the wind deflector in place, arrow 5. Slide the red release lever towards the middle of the wind deflector, arrow 6. Fold up the top section of the wind deflector and push the two halves apart...
Owner's Manual
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...from traffic behind you on the front passenger's seat or if the driver or front passenger unfasten their safety belts. Opening 1. Press the red button in the belt buckle. Safety belts Observe the adjustment instructions on and an acoustic signal sounds. The front passenger's mirror is more ... function properly.< Mirrors Exterior mirrors Closing Make sure you see in the mirror are closer than the driver's mirror. Do not gauge your BMW center or at a workshop that all occupants wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the safety belt as the driver's safety belt has not...
...from traffic behind you on the front passenger's seat or if the driver or front passenger unfasten their safety belts. Opening 1. Press the red button in the belt buckle. Safety belts Observe the adjustment instructions on and an acoustic signal sounds. The front passenger's mirror is more ... function properly.< Mirrors Exterior mirrors Closing Make sure you see in the mirror are closer than the driver's mirror. Do not gauge your BMW center or at a workshop that all occupants wear their safety belts. Airbags complement the safety belt as the driver's safety belt has not...
Owner's Manual
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... > To shift down: press one of engine and vehicle speed; Using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 124, press the red lever, see arrow, while moving the selector lever to the resistance point. Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in automatic mode...signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. Controls Reference Mobility 51 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG > When you do not accelerate or shift gears using the shift paddles for a certain amount of position P although the button on the selector lever...
... > To shift down: press one of engine and vehicle speed; Using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit, refer to page 124, press the red lever, see arrow, while moving the selector lever to the resistance point. Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in automatic mode...signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point. Controls Reference Mobility 51 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG > When you do not accelerate or shift gears using the shift paddles for a certain amount of position P although the button on the selector lever...
Owner's Manual
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... page 60. You should therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded 56 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Never force the engine speed up . Outside temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx. +37 7/+36, a signal sounds and a warning... lamp lights up into the red warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is an increased risk of black ice. Time, outside temperature display Setting the time, ...
... page 60. You should therefore drive carefully on bridges and shaded 56 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Never force the engine speed up . Outside temperature warning When the displayed temperature sinks to approx. +37 7/+36, a signal sounds and a warning... lamp lights up into the red warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is an increased risk of black ice. Time, outside temperature display Setting the time, ...
Owner's Manual
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... could come loose, resulting in an accident. The system must then be an indication that the damaged tire has finally failed. Start to confirm your BMW center.< 3. In the event of complete tire pressure loss, 0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the distance for which you continue driving after a ... speed and pull over as soon as possible. 67 Online Edition for approx. 5 seconds, until the corresponding symbol appears in yellow and red. Instead, contact your choice of the tire could result if you can continue driving on in the display accompanied by design, do not drive...
... could come loose, resulting in an accident. The system must then be an indication that the damaged tire has finally failed. Start to confirm your BMW center.< 3. In the event of complete tire pressure loss, 0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the distance for which you continue driving after a ... speed and pull over as soon as possible. 67 Online Edition for approx. 5 seconds, until the corresponding symbol appears in yellow and red. Instead, contact your choice of the tire could result if you can continue driving on in the display accompanied by design, do not drive...
Owner's Manual
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...during the journey, this may affect the vehicle's han69 Online Edition for those tires. the larger warning lamp comes on in yellow and red. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. Message for low tire inflation pressure The warning lamps come loose, resulting in an accident. In ...This type of message is a flat tire or substantial loss of your tires as soon as possible at a suitable location. If your BMW center.< Malfunction The small warning lamp flashes in braking, extended braking distance and altered natural steering characteristics. Accordingly, when the low tire ...
...during the journey, this may affect the vehicle's han69 Online Edition for those tires. the larger warning lamp comes on in yellow and red. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. Message for low tire inflation pressure The warning lamps come loose, resulting in an accident. In ...This type of message is a flat tire or substantial loss of your tires as soon as possible at a suitable location. If your BMW center.< Malfunction The small warning lamp flashes in braking, extended braking distance and altered natural steering characteristics. Accordingly, when the low tire ...
Owner's Manual
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... Driving tips Defrosting windows and removing condensation Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool air in your BMW center during routine maintenance work. Deactivate recirculated-air mode 2. 3. Temperature 5 to the right. 4. Ventilation Rear window defroster The ...Online Edition for instance if it has become too hot in position . 2. Temperature To increase the temperature, turn to the left towards red. To lower the temperature or to cool* the interior, turn the rotary switch clockwise towards blue. Air distribution 1 in the car...
... Driving tips Defrosting windows and removing condensation Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool air in your BMW center during routine maintenance work. Deactivate recirculated-air mode 2. 3. Temperature 5 to the right. 4. Ventilation Rear window defroster The ...Online Edition for instance if it has become too hot in position . 2. Temperature To increase the temperature, turn to the left towards red. To lower the temperature or to cool* the interior, turn the rotary switch clockwise towards blue. Air distribution 1 in the car...
Owner's Manual
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...as hydroplaning, means that the tire can form between the hot exhaust system and any highly flammable materials such as possible and at a BMW center. When accelerating, shift up before reaching high engine speeds. Greatly increase the air volume of the heating or automatic climate control ...functions off the accelerator and coast in the exhaust system. In second and higher gears, accelerate without hesitation or pauses. Coasting When approaching a red light, take your foot off functions you do so, keep an adequate distance to page 80 or 83. 3. When driving, standing at...
...as hydroplaning, means that the tire can form between the hot exhaust system and any highly flammable materials such as possible and at a BMW center. When accelerating, shift up before reaching high engine speeds. Greatly increase the air volume of the heating or automatic climate control ...functions off the accelerator and coast in the exhaust system. In second and higher gears, accelerate without hesitation or pauses. Coasting When approaching a red light, take your foot off functions you do so, keep an adequate distance to page 80 or 83. 3. When driving, standing at...
Owner's Manual
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...and the vehicle. Convertible top cannot be taken Automatic lock malfunctioning. Have the rollover protection system checked by your nearest BMW center. Have it checked by your BMW center. Fold the cargo bay partition down. Add washer fluid as soon as possible, refer to page 61. ...Vehicle speed too high for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG At a glance Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips Close the convertible top manually, refer to page 32. Electronic failure when closing convertible top Lights up in red: Service due Arrange a service appointment.
...and the vehicle. Convertible top cannot be taken Automatic lock malfunctioning. Have the rollover protection system checked by your nearest BMW center. Have it checked by your BMW center. Fold the cargo bay partition down. Add washer fluid as soon as possible, refer to page 61. ...Vehicle speed too high for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG At a glance Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips Close the convertible top manually, refer to page 32. Electronic failure when closing convertible top Lights up in red: Service due Arrange a service appointment.
Owner's Manual
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...speed and exercise due caution. Steering characteristics are modified and steering wheel could be started. You can continue your journey, but moderate your BMW center. Have the system checked as soon as possible. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. ...yellow: Full engine power is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Steering assistance failed Lights up: Emergency Request system has failed or is malfunctioning Lights up in red: Engine malfunction Lights up in cars with adverse effect on : Engine malfunction with convenient access, ...
...speed and exercise due caution. Steering characteristics are modified and steering wheel could be started. You can continue your journey, but moderate your BMW center. Have the system checked as soon as possible. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. ...yellow: Full engine power is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Steering assistance failed Lights up: Emergency Request system has failed or is malfunctioning Lights up in red: Engine malfunction Lights up in cars with adverse effect on : Engine malfunction with convenient access, ...
Owner's Manual
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...115 for Part no longer being charged. Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. You cannot continue your BMW center. Lights up in yellow: Engine too hot Lights up in red: Engine overheating Special actions to the catalytic converter Warning lamp comes on: Engine malfunction with adverse effect... Driving tips Reference Mobility Engine oil level too low Indication in US models: Parking brake applied Indication in red: Battery is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls At a glance Contact your speed and exercise due caution. Have the vehicle checked without delay...
...115 for Part no longer being charged. Switch off all unnecessary electrical consumers. You cannot continue your BMW center. Lights up in yellow: Engine too hot Lights up in red: Engine overheating Special actions to the catalytic converter Warning lamp comes on: Engine malfunction with adverse effect... Driving tips Reference Mobility Engine oil level too low Indication in US models: Parking brake applied Indication in red: Battery is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Controls At a glance Contact your speed and exercise due caution. Have the vehicle checked without delay...
Owner's Manual
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...restart only possible when brake is released Indication in US models: Brake pads worn Indication in Canadian models: Brake pads worn Lights up in red: > Starter failed or > ignition malfunctioning. All other lamps failed Lights up in place after the brake is controlling drive and braking ...off assistant has failed. The car will not be restarted. Low beams/ tail lamps and brake lamps still operational. Contact your BMW center. Contact your BMW center. Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay. Have the system in question checked without delay. You can ...
...restart only possible when brake is released Indication in US models: Brake pads worn Indication in Canadian models: Brake pads worn Lights up in red: > Starter failed or > ignition malfunctioning. All other lamps failed Lights up in place after the brake is controlling drive and braking ...off assistant has failed. The car will not be restarted. Low beams/ tail lamps and brake lamps still operational. Contact your BMW center. Contact your BMW center. Have the condition of the brake pads checked without delay. Have the system in question checked without delay. You can ...
Owner's Manual
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... has failed. Punctures are not indicated Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*: Light up in yellow and red: > There is deflated Carefully bring the car to be taken You cannot continue your BMW center. The small lamp flashes in yellow and then lights up in yellow: Flat Tire Monitor failed... your journey. the larger lamp comes on page 69. 140 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Comply with the additional information starting on page 68. > Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized Check the inflation pressure and reset the system, refer to...
... has failed. Punctures are not indicated Vehicles with Tire Pressure Monitor*: Light up in yellow and red: > There is deflated Carefully bring the car to be taken You cannot continue your BMW center. The small lamp flashes in yellow and then lights up in yellow: Flat Tire Monitor failed... your journey. the larger lamp comes on page 69. 140 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Comply with the additional information starting on page 68. > Tire Pressure Monitor not initialized Check the inflation pressure and reset the system, refer to...
Owner's Manual
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... your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked if the situation reoccurs. 1 2 Cause Lights up in red: > Transmission limp-home program active with restricted range of the electric glass roof malfunctioning Cruise control system failed Engage selector lever position P when you.... Have the system checked. Have the system checked. 141 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving tips Controls At a glance Have the system checked as soon as possible. Have the system checked without depressing the brake Lights up in...
... your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution. Have the system checked if the situation reoccurs. 1 2 Cause Lights up in red: > Transmission limp-home program active with restricted range of the electric glass roof malfunctioning Cruise control system failed Engage selector lever position P when you.... Have the system checked. Have the system checked. 141 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving tips Controls At a glance Have the system checked as soon as possible. Have the system checked without depressing the brake Lights up in...
Owner's Manual
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...correct Set the time and date, refer to page 62. 142 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Have the low beams checked as soon as possible. Arrange a service appointment. Add coolant immediately, refer to page 61. Check service requirements, ... lamp failed High-beam headlamp failed Headlamp beam throw adjustment system failed Adaptive Head Light failed Coolant level too low Lights up in red: Service appointment overdue Special actions to be taken Have the system checked. Have the exterior lighting checked as soon as possible. Arrange a...
...correct Set the time and date, refer to page 62. 142 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Have the low beams checked as soon as possible. Arrange a service appointment. Add coolant immediately, refer to page 61. Check service requirements, ... lamp failed High-beam headlamp failed Headlamp beam throw adjustment system failed Adaptive Head Light failed Coolant level too low Lights up in red: Service appointment overdue Special actions to be taken Have the system checked. Have the exterior lighting checked as soon as possible. Arrange a...