Owner's Manual
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...-air mode 80 Windshield wipers 52 Rain sensor* 53 14 Steering wheel heating* 15 Horn: the entire surface 16 Adjusting the steering wheel 43 17 Cruise control* 54 18 Releasing the hood 114 19 Opening the luggage compartment lid 23 11 Online Edition for Part no phone number is selected. redialing if no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG 7 8 Fog lamps* 77 Turn signals...
...-air mode 80 Windshield wipers 52 Rain sensor* 53 14 Steering wheel heating* 15 Horn: the entire surface 16 Adjusting the steering wheel 43 17 Cruise control* 54 18 Releasing the hood 114 19 Opening the luggage compartment lid 23 11 Online Edition for Part no phone number is selected. redialing if no . 01 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG 7 8 Fog lamps* 77 Turn signals...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle remains stationary. 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 lock or, with convenient access, inside the vehicle, refer to page 26. 1. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but at a standstill, press the start/ stop button. 3. The starter operates automatically for a certain time, and stops automatically...
... vehicle remains stationary. 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 lock or, with convenient access, inside the vehicle, refer to page 26. 1. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but at a standstill, press the start/ stop button. 3. The starter operates automatically for a certain time, and stops automatically...
Owner's Manual
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... reservoir. Mix the water and antifreeze before entering an automatic car wash. Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips Washer fluid filler neck Only refill washer fluid when the engine is cool to make sure the correct concentration is a preset. Deactivate the rain sensor before filling the washer fluid reservoir to avoid contact with a rain sensor, the intermittent-wipe time is maintained.< Capacity Approx. 6.3 US quarts...
... reservoir. Mix the water and antifreeze before entering an automatic car wash. Controls Reference Mobility Driving tips Washer fluid filler neck Only refill washer fluid when the engine is cool to make sure the correct concentration is a preset. Deactivate the rain sensor before filling the washer fluid reservoir to avoid contact with a rain sensor, the intermittent-wipe time is maintained.< Capacity Approx. 6.3 US quarts...
Owner's Manual
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..., arrow 1, until the desired speed is stored and maintained. The car then stores and maintains the speed that in the instrument cluster. If the engine braking power is insufficient on a downhill slope, the set speed is increased or the vehicle is accelerated, except that you could lose control of a manual transmission or shift to , e.g. Each time the lever is pressed lightly, the speed is briefly displayed in...
..., arrow 1, until the desired speed is stored and maintained. The car then stores and maintains the speed that in the instrument cluster. If the engine braking power is insufficient on a downhill slope, the set speed is increased or the vehicle is accelerated, except that you could lose control of a manual transmission or shift to , e.g. Each time the lever is pressed lightly, the speed is briefly displayed in...
Owner's Manual
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the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags comes on briefly to the front passenger seat unless they are activated or deactivated. > The indicator lamp lights up at the time of the seat cushion is lit. Do not attach seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or other items to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are operational. Otherwise a correct analysis of...
the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags comes on briefly to the front passenger seat unless they are activated or deactivated. > The indicator lamp lights up at the time of the seat cushion is lit. Do not attach seat covers, seat cushion padding, ball mats or other items to indicate that the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners are operational. Otherwise a correct analysis of...
Owner's Manual
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... Adaptive Head Light* is switched on independent of time, otherwise the battery might not have enough power to page 76.< Welcome lamps If you switch on the fog lamps*.< The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for parking. It is preferable to switch on the lefthand or right-hand roadside parking lamps, refer to start the engine. Pathway lighting If you unlock the vehicle. You...
... Adaptive Head Light* is switched on independent of time, otherwise the battery might not have enough power to page 76.< Welcome lamps If you switch on the fog lamps*.< The automatic headlamp control cannot serve as a substitute for parking. It is preferable to switch on the lefthand or right-hand roadside parking lamps, refer to start the engine. Pathway lighting If you unlock the vehicle. You...
Owner's Manual
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Depending on the steering wheel angle or turn the light switch to position 3, refer to the symbol for automatic headlamp control flashes. The corner-illuminating lamp is switched on automatically, depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the car facing the road when parked. The roadside parking lamps drain the battery. Have the system checked as soon...
Depending on the steering wheel angle or turn the light switch to position 3, refer to the symbol for automatic headlamp control flashes. The corner-illuminating lamp is switched on automatically, depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the car facing the road when parked. The roadside parking lamps drain the battery. Have the system checked as soon...
Owner's Manual
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...-air mode 2. 3. The microfilter is switched off automatically after a certain time. Air distribution 1 in the car. Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the upper wires serve as an antenna and are not part of the rear window defroster. 1 2 Use the knurled wheels to smoothly open and close the air vents Use the lever to change the direction of the airflow Controls Reference Mobility 81 Driving tips Defrosting windows...
...-air mode 2. 3. The microfilter is switched off automatically after a certain time. Air distribution 1 in the car. Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the upper wires serve as an antenna and are not part of the rear window defroster. 1 2 Use the knurled wheels to smoothly open and close the air vents Use the lever to change the direction of the airflow Controls Reference Mobility 81 Driving tips Defrosting windows...
Owner's Manual
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... car will be switched off entirely to pick up a child. 83 Online Edition for you. The air flow rate may be reduced or the blower may be adapted to form on the steering wheel, refer to page 11, to heat the passenger compartment, e.g. while stopped at a school to save on the steering wheel Driving tips Controls At a glance The automatic climate control goes into recirculated-air...
... car will be switched off entirely to pick up a child. 83 Online Edition for you. The air flow rate may be reduced or the blower may be adapted to form on the steering wheel, refer to page 11, to heat the passenger compartment, e.g. while stopped at a school to save on the steering wheel Driving tips Controls At a glance The automatic climate control goes into recirculated-air...
Owner's Manual
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... 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Leave the remote control in the ignition lock so that contain alcohol or solvents as these may drip into the vehicle around the windows.< Before driving into an automatic car wash, perform the following : > Dimensions of your BMW. In enclosed areas, provide for convertibles. Only use products designed for cleaning vehicles.< Do not use cleaners that the...
... 41 2 600 853 - © 08/08 BMW AG Leave the remote control in the ignition lock so that contain alcohol or solvents as these may drip into the vehicle around the windows.< Before driving into an automatic car wash, perform the following : > Dimensions of your BMW. In enclosed areas, provide for convertibles. Only use products designed for cleaning vehicles.< Do not use cleaners that the...
Owner's Manual
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... increased idle speed. 2. Using a tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting must always be screwed in the car. Use only the tow fitting provided with the onboard tool kit underneath the floor mat in a vehicle that is being towed.< Being towed Make sure that the ignition is not successful, wait a few minutes. 4. Never use spray fluids to start attempt is switched on the cover. Thus, braking and steering will...
... increased idle speed. 2. Using a tow fitting The screw-in tow fitting must always be screwed in the car. Use only the tow fitting provided with the onboard tool kit underneath the floor mat in a vehicle that is being towed.< Being towed Make sure that the ignition is not successful, wait a few minutes. 4. Never use spray fluids to start attempt is switched on the cover. Thus, braking and steering will...
Owner's Manual
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.... 1 2 Cause Turn signals High beams/headlamp flasher switched on Fog lamps switched on Fasten safety belts Indication in US models Parking brake applied Indication in order to page 41. Release the parking brake. See the table for Part no more than 30 miles/50 km, refer to page 57 Engine refuses to start the engine, refer to page 47, or close the driver's door. Switch off the roadside parking lamps, refer...
.... 1 2 Cause Turn signals High beams/headlamp flasher switched on Fog lamps switched on Fasten safety belts Indication in US models Parking brake applied Indication in order to page 41. Release the parking brake. See the table for Part no more than 30 miles/50 km, refer to page 57 Engine refuses to start the engine, refer to page 47, or close the driver's door. Switch off the roadside parking lamps, refer...
Owner's Manual
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... alarms 25 Axle loads, refer to Weights 149 B Backrests, refer to Seats 36 Backrest width adjustment 37 Back seats, refer to Rear seats - adjusting head restraints 38 Backup lamp, replacing bulb 127 Bag for skis, refer to Ski bag 92 Band-aids, refer to First-aid pouch 130 Bar, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 133 Battery 128 - charging 128 - disposal 27, 128 - jump starting 131 - temporary power failure 128 Battery renewal - remote control...
... alarms 25 Axle loads, refer to Weights 149 B Backrests, refer to Seats 36 Backrest width adjustment 37 Back seats, refer to Rear seats - adjusting head restraints 38 Backup lamp, replacing bulb 127 Bag for skis, refer to Ski bag 92 Band-aids, refer to First-aid pouch 130 Bar, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 133 Battery 128 - charging 128 - disposal 27, 128 - jump starting 131 - temporary power failure 128 Battery renewal - remote control...
Owner's Manual
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... Owner's Manual Car shampoo 123 Car wash 98 Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 97 Center armrest 88 Center brake lamp, replacing bulb 127 Center console, refer to Around the center console 14 Central key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 18 Central locking - from inside 22 - from outside 19 Central locking system 19 - convenient access 26 Changes, technical, refer to For your own safety 5 Changing wheels 127 Chassis number, refer to Engine compartment 115 Check Control...
... Owner's Manual Car shampoo 123 Car wash 98 Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 97 Center armrest 88 Center brake lamp, replacing bulb 127 Center console, refer to Around the center console 14 Central key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 18 Central locking - from inside 22 - from outside 19 Central locking system 19 - convenient access 26 Changes, technical, refer to For your own safety 5 Changing wheels 127 Chassis number, refer to Engine compartment 115 Check Control...
Owner's Manual
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... windows 81, 84 Differential, breaking in 96 Digital clock 56 Digital compass 87 Dimensions 147 Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 51 Displacement, refer to Engine data 146 Display lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 77 Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 12 Displays and controls 10 Disposal - of coolant 117 - remote control battery 27 - vehicle battery 128 Distance remaining to service, refer to Service requirements 61 Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 64 Door key...
... windows 81, 84 Differential, breaking in 96 Digital clock 56 Digital compass 87 Dimensions 147 Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 51 Displacement, refer to Engine data 146 Display lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 77 Displays, refer to Instrument cluster 12 Displays and controls 10 Disposal - of coolant 117 - remote control battery 27 - vehicle battery 128 Distance remaining to service, refer to Service requirements 61 Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 64 Door key...
Owner's Manual
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... electrical consumer 128 False alarm, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 25 Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 41 Filter of automatic climate control, refer to Microfilter/ activated charcoal filter 84 Filter of heating or air conditioner, refer to Microfilter 81 First aid pouch 130 Fixture for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 47 Flash when locking/ unlocking 21 Flat tire - Run-Flat Tires 112 - Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 68 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 66 - indicating a flat tire...
... electrical consumer 128 False alarm, refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 25 Fastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 41 Filter of automatic climate control, refer to Microfilter/ activated charcoal filter 84 Filter of heating or air conditioner, refer to Microfilter 81 First aid pouch 130 Fixture for remote control, refer to Ignition lock 47 Flash when locking/ unlocking 21 Flat tire - Run-Flat Tires 112 - Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 68 Flat Tire Monitor FTM 66 - indicating a flat tire...
Owner's Manual
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... - replacing bulbs 125 Head restraints 37 Heated - seats 39 Heated mirrors 42 Heating 79 - mirrors 42 - seats 39 - steering wheel 43 Heating, rear window 81, 84 Heating and ventilation 79 Heating during a stop 83 Heavy loads, refer to Stowing cargo 99 Height, refer to Dimensions 147 Height adjustment - steering wheel 43 I Ice warning, refer to Outside temperature warning 56 Identification marks - tire coding 110 Ignition 47 - switched off 47 - switched on 47 Ignition key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 18 Ignition key...
... - replacing bulbs 125 Head restraints 37 Heated - seats 39 Heated mirrors 42 Heating 79 - mirrors 42 - seats 39 - steering wheel 43 Heating, rear window 81, 84 Heating and ventilation 79 Heating during a stop 83 Heavy loads, refer to Stowing cargo 99 Height, refer to Dimensions 147 Height adjustment - steering wheel 43 I Ice warning, refer to Outside temperature warning 56 Identification marks - tire coding 110 Ignition 47 - switched off 47 - switched on 47 Ignition key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 18 Ignition key...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 - for winter tires 113 Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter for automatic climate control 84 Microfilter for heating or air conditioner 81 Microphone for telephone 14 Mirror dimming feature 43 Mirrors 41 - automatic curb monitor 42 - exterior mirrors 41 - heating 42 - interior rearview mirror 42 Mobile phone, installation location, refer to Center...
... 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 - for winter tires 113 Microfilter/activated-charcoal filter for automatic climate control 84 Microfilter for heating or air conditioner 81 Microphone for telephone 14 Mirror dimming feature 43 Mirrors 41 - automatic curb monitor 42 - exterior mirrors 41 - heating 42 - interior rearview mirror 42 Mobile phone, installation location, refer to Center...
Owner's Manual
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... Parking lamps/low beams 74 - replacing bulbs 125 Parts and accessories, refer to The individual vehicle 5 Passenger-side mirror tilt function 42 Pathway lighting 74 Personal Profile 18 Pinch protection system - glass roof, electric 29 - windows 28 Placing a call, refer to telephone owner's manual Polish 123 Pollen, refer to Microfilter 81 Pollen, refer to Microfilter/ activated-charcoal filter 84 Power windows 27 Power windows, refer to Windows 27 Pressure, tires 106 Pressure...
... Parking lamps/low beams 74 - replacing bulbs 125 Parts and accessories, refer to The individual vehicle 5 Passenger-side mirror tilt function 42 Pathway lighting 74 Personal Profile 18 Pinch protection system - glass roof, electric 29 - windows 28 Placing a call, refer to telephone owner's manual Polish 123 Pollen, refer to Microfilter 81 Pollen, refer to Microfilter/ activated-charcoal filter 84 Power windows 27 Power windows, refer to Windows 27 Pressure, tires 106 Pressure...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 72 - resetting 73 Roof load capacity 149 Roof-mounted luggage rack 100 Rope, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 133 S Safety-belt height adjustment 41 Safety belts 41 - damage 41 - indicator lamp 41 - reminder 41 - sitting safely 35 Safety systems - airbags 71 - Antilock Brake System ABS...
... 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 72 - resetting 73 Roof load capacity 149 Roof-mounted luggage rack 100 Rope, refer to Tow-starting, towing away 133 S Safety-belt height adjustment 41 Safety belts 41 - damage 41 - indicator lamp 41 - reminder 41 - sitting safely 35 Safety systems - airbags 71 - Antilock Brake System ABS...