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...and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Contents At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls The fastest way to Z Online Edition for driving comfort and safety Lamps Climate ... interior accessories Driving tips 96 Things to remember when driving Mobility 104 106 114 118 120 124 130 134 Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance Care Replacing components Giving and receiving assistance Indicator and warning lamps Reference 146 Technical data 152 Everything from...
...and closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Contents At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls The fastest way to Z Online Edition for driving comfort and safety Lamps Climate ... interior accessories Driving tips 96 Things to remember when driving Mobility 104 106 114 118 120 124 130 134 Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance Care Replacing components Giving and receiving assistance Indicator and warning lamps Reference 146 Technical data 152 Everything from...
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...* 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* 66 > Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 68 > Checking oil level 115 > Settings and information 59 8 Resetting the trip odometer 56 12 Online Edition for Part no. 01...
...* 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* 66 > Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 68 > Checking oil level 115 > Settings and information 59 8 Resetting the trip odometer 56 12 Online Edition for Part no. 01...
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...Operating principle At a glance 1 Button for: > Selecting display > Setting values 2 Button for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving tips Certain settings and information can only be made while driving. 9 Viewing service requirement display 61 10 Setting formats and units of settings... cannot be made or called up Check Control 62 Checking oil level 115 Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 66 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 68 Setting the time 62 Setting the date 62 11 Adjusting settings > Confirmation signals when locking and unlocking...
...Operating principle At a glance 1 Button for: > Selecting display > Setting values 2 Button for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Driving tips Certain settings and information can only be made while driving. 9 Viewing service requirement display 61 10 Setting formats and units of settings... cannot be made or called up Check Control 62 Checking oil level 115 Initializing the Flat Tire Monitor 66 Resetting the Tire Pressure Monitor 68 Setting the time 62 Setting the date 62 11 Adjusting settings > Confirmation signals when locking and unlocking...
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... initialization is continued automatically. In the event of pressure loss, the rolling circumference changes and, thus, the rotating speed of the individual tires while moving. Activating DTC Functional requirement Press the button; It is released. Drive off smoothly on uphill gradients. If the indicator lamps...completed during driving, which can it identify the gradual loss of pressure that will no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Technology for driving comfort and safety > When driving uphill on snow-covered roads, in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered roads > When ...
... initialization is continued automatically. In the event of pressure loss, the rolling circumference changes and, thus, the rotating speed of the individual tires while moving. Activating DTC Functional requirement Press the button; It is released. Drive off smoothly on uphill gradients. If the indicator lamps...completed during driving, which can it identify the gradual loss of pressure that will no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Technology for driving comfort and safety > When driving uphill on snow-covered roads, in slush or on unplowed, snow-covered roads > When ...
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...the display accompanied by design, do not drive off yet. Otherwise parts of the tire could result if you can estimate the distance for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls 2. Have the system checked as soon as possible...be initialized.< 3. In addition, a signal sounds. The system must then be an indication that the damaged tire has finally failed. At a glance Reduce your BMW center.< 3. If the car is not equipped with RunFlat Tires, refer to 2 persons without luggage: approx. 155 miles/250 km > With a medium load: 2 ...
...the display accompanied by design, do not drive off yet. Otherwise parts of the tire could result if you can estimate the distance for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls 2. Have the system checked as soon as possible...be initialized.< 3. In addition, a signal sounds. The system must then be an indication that the damaged tire has finally failed. At a glance Reduce your BMW center.< 3. If the car is not equipped with RunFlat Tires, refer to 2 persons without luggage: approx. 155 miles/250 km > With a medium load: 2 ...
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...Monitor. Always use wheels with TPM electronics. for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Lightly push button 1 in one or more tires. The system notifies you in the display accompanied by outside influences.< The system does not work correctly if it has ...is continued automatically. When driving resumes, the reset is completed. 68 Online Edition for example, a flat tire may malfunction. Each time a tire inflation pressure has been corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed , reset the system.< For operating principle refer to other systems or devices using the...
...Monitor. Always use wheels with TPM electronics. for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Lightly push button 1 in one or more tires. The system notifies you in the display accompanied by outside influences.< The system does not work correctly if it has ...is continued automatically. When driving resumes, the reset is completed. 68 Online Edition for example, a flat tire may malfunction. Each time a tire inflation pressure has been corrected or a wheel or tire has been changed , reset the system.< For operating principle refer to other systems or devices using the...
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...to page 112, the standard equipment by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you can lead to the proper pressure. As an added safety feature, your BMW center.< Malfunction The small warning lamp flashes in braking, extended braking distance and altered ...affect the vehicle's han69 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls At a glance Otherwise parts of your tires as soon as possible at a suitable location. the larger warning lamp comes on in yellow and red. No...
...to page 112, the standard equipment by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you can lead to the proper pressure. As an added safety feature, your BMW center.< Malfunction The small warning lamp flashes in braking, extended braking distance and altered ...affect the vehicle's han69 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls At a glance Otherwise parts of your tires as soon as possible at a suitable location. the larger warning lamp comes on in yellow and red. No...
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...replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the other hand, the steering angle is reduced more and more. Have the system checked. The TPMS malfunction indicator is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG When the...before the driver intervenes. At low speeds, greater steering wheel movements are required, whereas at which the TPMS low tire pressure telltale illuminates. This improves the handling capability of the front wheels in a town or when parking, the ... come on the speed at higher speeds the vehicle reacts more tires or wheels on your BMW over the entire speed range.
...replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the other hand, the steering angle is reduced more and more. Have the system checked. The TPMS malfunction indicator is no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG When the...before the driver intervenes. At low speeds, greater steering wheel movements are required, whereas at which the TPMS low tire pressure telltale illuminates. This improves the handling capability of the front wheels in a town or when parking, the ... come on the speed at higher speeds the vehicle reacts more tires or wheels on your BMW over the entire speed range.
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... approx. 300 miles/500 km to be renewed in the course of operation for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG During this break-in period. You can be observed if any of the components mentioned above have finished using them Remove unneeded additional mirrors...Always obey all official speed limits. Remove any mounted parts after you have to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors. Tires Due to achieve the optimal service life and economy of the vehicle's operating life. Clutch The function of the transmission's kick-down mode. ...
... approx. 300 miles/500 km to be renewed in the course of operation for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG During this break-in period. You can be observed if any of the components mentioned above have finished using them Remove unneeded additional mirrors...Always obey all official speed limits. Remove any mounted parts after you have to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors. Tires Due to achieve the optimal service life and economy of the vehicle's operating life. Clutch The function of the transmission's kick-down mode. ...
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..., extremely high temperatures are not really needed. On a downhill slope, take your foot off the accelerator and coast to avoid possible contact between tires and road surface. Do not remove the heat shields installed in a suitable gear. Such contact could enter the interior of the vehicle.< If ... must be driven with the risk of the heating or automatic climate control system, refer to page 118. at a BMW center. Functions such as hydroplaning, means that the tire can form between the hot exhaust system and any highly flammable materials such as approx. 4 seconds. In second and ...
..., extremely high temperatures are not really needed. On a downhill slope, take your foot off the accelerator and coast to avoid possible contact between tires and road surface. Do not remove the heat shields installed in a suitable gear. Such contact could enter the interior of the vehicle.< If ... must be driven with the risk of the heating or automatic climate control system, refer to page 118. at a BMW center. Functions such as hydroplaning, means that the tire can form between the hot exhaust system and any highly flammable materials such as approx. 4 seconds. In second and ...
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... gear in operating conditions where brake applications are therefore normal. Pulsation of the brake pedal, combined with declining tread depth on the tires, refer also to Minimum tread depth on the brake pedal every few miles. Even light but consistent brake pressure can lead to ...brakes will fail to respond with ABS as a standard feature. use the parking brake instead. Traces of steering effort. Braking safely Your BMW is the most . Applying the brakes fully is equipped with a pulsating effect that full braking efficiency will be damaged.< Use the parking ...
... gear in operating conditions where brake applications are therefore normal. Pulsation of the brake pedal, combined with declining tread depth on the tires, refer also to Minimum tread depth on the brake pedal every few miles. Even light but consistent brake pressure can lead to ...brakes will fail to respond with ABS as a standard feature. use the parking brake instead. Traces of steering effort. Braking safely Your BMW is the most . Applying the brakes fully is equipped with a pulsating effect that full braking efficiency will be damaged.< Use the parking ...
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... vehicle. The resulting figure equals the available amount 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. This can ultimately result in position N. Determine the...will be transported. With convenient access and automatic transmission Insert the remote control into the ignition switch. Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their containers in the cargo bay, as this may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in damage...
... vehicle. The resulting figure equals the available amount 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. This can ultimately result in position N. Determine the...will be transported. With convenient access and automatic transmission Insert the remote control into the ignition switch. Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their containers in the cargo bay, as this may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in damage...
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Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Mobility This section helps you maintain your car's mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and roadside assistance.
Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Mobility This section helps you maintain your car's mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and roadside assistance.
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... 160 km/h In order to the tire sizes approved and tire brands recommended by BMW; When tires are cold. Checking pressure Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure is higher. a list of these is available from your BMW center.< For correct identification of the right tire inflation pressures, observe the following: 106...
... 160 km/h In order to the tire sizes approved and tire brands recommended by BMW; When tires are cold. Checking pressure Only check tire inflation pressure when the tires are warm, the tire inflation pressure is higher. a list of these is available from your BMW center.< For correct identification of the right tire inflation pressures, observe the following: 106...
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... psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 215/40 R 18 85 Y Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y 33/230 36/250 36/250 38/280... 149. of 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires. Coupe: tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Cold = ambient temperature 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 205...
... psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires. Cold = ambient temperature 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 215/40 R 18 85 Y Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y 33/230 36/250 36/250 38/280... 149. of 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kilopascal with cold tires. Coupe: tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Cold = ambient temperature 195/55 R 16 87 H M+S 205/55 R 16 91 H M+S 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 205...
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Wheels and tires Convertible: tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG of 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. Cold = ambient temperature .../290 41/280 41/280 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 149. 108 Online Edition for the 128i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kilopascal with cold...
Wheels and tires Convertible: tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG of 100 mph / 160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kPa Traveling speeds up to a max. Cold = ambient temperature .../290 41/280 41/280 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 149. 108 Online Edition for the 128i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kilopascal with cold...
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... km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kPa At a glance 41/280 Controls Reference Mobility 109 Online Edition for the 135i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kilopascal with Sports package 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 215/40 R 18 85 Y Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y 33/220... can be found on page 149. Cold = ambient temperature 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 215/40 R 18 85 Y Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y with cold tires. Convertible: tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08...
... km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/kPa At a glance 41/280 Controls Reference Mobility 109 Online Edition for the 135i Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kilopascal with Sports package 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 215/40 R 18 85 Y Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y 33/220... can be found on page 149. Cold = ambient temperature 205/50 R 17 89 H M+S Front: 215/40 R 18 85 Y Rear: 245/35 R 18 88 Y with cold tires. Convertible: tire inflation pressures for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08...
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... under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. Those grades represent the tire's ability to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in week 34 of 2008. BMW recommends that the tire was manufactured in road characteristics and climate. DOT xxxx xxx 3408 Traction The ... to stop on wet pavement as well on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. A tire marked C may last for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Wheels and tires Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side ...
... under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. Those grades represent the tire's ability to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in week 34 of 2008. BMW recommends that the tire was manufactured in road characteristics and climate. DOT xxxx xxx 3408 Traction The ... to stop on wet pavement as well on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. A tire marked C may last for Part no. 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Wheels and tires Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side ...
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... and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than summer tires. Wheel/tire damage Please note that works according to sudden tire failure. Otherwise, tire damage can lead to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can...the letters RSC on the side of water are distributed around the tire's circumference; To do so, drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire shop that low-profile tires cause wheels, tires and suspension parts to a level of 1/6 in/4 mm, ...
... and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than summer tires. Wheel/tire damage Please note that works according to sudden tire failure. Otherwise, tire damage can lead to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel. Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can...the letters RSC on the side of water are distributed around the tire's circumference; To do so, drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire shop that low-profile tires cause wheels, tires and suspension parts to a level of 1/6 in/4 mm, ...
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... over from summer to Indication of a flat tire on the sidewall. Run-Flat Tires comprise a conditionally selfsupporting tire and a special rim. New wheels and tires Have new wheels and tires installed only by your BMW center. Wheels and tires Tire age For various reasons, such as the development of brittleness, BMW recommends tire replacement after no spare wheel is available...
... over from summer to Indication of a flat tire on the sidewall. Run-Flat Tires comprise a conditionally selfsupporting tire and a special rim. New wheels and tires Have new wheels and tires installed only by your BMW center. Wheels and tires Tire age For various reasons, such as the development of brittleness, BMW recommends tire replacement after no spare wheel is available...