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BMW 645Ci Owner's Manual

1. chad S O ed LL CHANNEL CHANNEL 2 CHANNEL gt CHANNEL CHANEL CHANNEL amp CHANNEL 2 CHAN The Weather Band station may be unavailable In some regions 139 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG You can receive up to 100 different channels with high sound quality The channels are offered to you in predefined packages To receive the channels of your choice you must have this package enabled gt You may experience signal drops and muting events related to this new tech nology lt 4 Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation Entertainment Move the controller backward to open Entertainment Select SAT 3 WNYC 4 94 3 7 KROQ Press the controller 140 R 1005 ET i All channels t CH001 Channel A CH 003 Channel C CH 004 Channel D CH 005 Channel E The channels are displayed w These channels are enabled Select a channel that has not yet been enabled and press the controller telephone number and the electronic serial number ESN are displayed gt The electronic serial number is required to enable or disable 4 To have the channels enabled Dial phone number Select an enabled channel and press the controller Jazz si ON Channel Play hannel amp nannel C hannel D e
2. O Heated seats 4 The temperature setting progresses one step through its control sequence each time you press the button Maximum preselected tem perature with three lamps To switch off press the button longer Mirrors Adjusting exterior mirrors The mirror on the passenger s side fea tures a lens with a more convex surface than the mirror installed on the driver s side When estimating the distance between yourself and other traffic bear in mind that the objects reflected in the mirror are closer than they appear This means that estimations of the dis tance to following traffic should not be regarded as precise lt 49 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Adjustments 1 Adjustments 2 Switching over to the respective other mir ror or to the automatic parking function refer to Tilting down passenger s mirror page 47 Storing the mirror positions refer to Seat mir ror and steering wheel memory page 46 Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manually if necessary by pressing against the edges of the mirror glass Outside mirrors folding in and out To prevent the exterior mirrors from being damaged due to the width of the vehicle always fold them in by hand before entering an automatic car wash 4 Automatic functions gt Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated in ignition key position 2 gt When the vehicle is moving forwa
3. O Maximum cooling p This program quickly provides maximum cooling The system switches to the recir culated air mode and the air flows at maximum air volume only from the vent out lets for the upper body area For this reason you should ensure that these vent outlets are open before selecting this program AUC automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode You can respond to unpleasant odors or pollutants in the immedi ate environment by temporarily suspending the supply of outside air The sys tem then recirculates the air currently within the vehicle In AUC mode a sensor detects pollut ants in the outside air and controls the shut off automatically Press the button repeatedly to run through the following control sequence gt LED off outside air flows into the vehicle continuously gt Right LED on AUC mode the system detects pollutants in the outside air and responds by blocking the supply of outside air when required gt Left LED on recirculated air mode the supply of outside air into the vehicle is shut off continuously If condensation starts to form on the inside window surfaces during operation in the recirculated air mode you should switch 95 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG A congenial climate it off while also increasing the air volume as required The recirculated air mode should not be used over a longer period of time
4. on destination location 118 Information for navigation 118 Information on destination 119 Initializing refer to Power failure 184 Input map 118 Inside rearview mirror automatically dimming refer to Automatic functions 50 Installation location CD changer 145 navigation drive 114 Instructions for navigation system refer to Voice instructions 126 Instrument cluster 12 Instrument illumination refer to Instrument lighting 93 Instrument lighting 93 Instrument panel refer to Instrument cluster 12 Integrated universal remote control 100 Interesting destination 118 Interim time 77 Interior lamps 93 remote control 30 Interlock refer to Steering locked 54 Interlock on automatic transmission 54 Intermittent mode of the wipers 60 206 J Jacking points 183 Joystick refer to Control Center 16 Jumpering refer to Jump starting 186 Jumping refer to Jump starting 186 Jump starting 186 K Key Memory 28 Keypad 155 Keys 28 Kick down automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 Knock control 167 L Lamps refer to Parking lamps low beams 91 Lamps and bulbs 180 Languages 78 Languages for navigation 126 Lashing eyes refer to Securing load 111 Last destinations refer to Destination list 119 Last seat pos 46 LATCH child restraint fixing system 53 LEDs Light emitting diodes 183 Length refer to
5. 09 04 BMW AG Start menu From the start menu you can open four menus by moving the controller left right forward or back Pressing the controller opens the j menu Opening start menu Press the MENU button To open the start menu from the menu Press the MENU button twice Displays in menu Menu items 6 Menu items 7 Menu items 8 Menu items 9 1 In menus you can change fields to select the menu items they contain or to make adjustments The respective current field appears brighter Menu items are usually grouped in horizon tal or vertical lists 3 Arrows indicate the possibility of accessing other menu items that are not currently vis ible 4 Settings are displayed graphically numeri cally or as text At a glance N Q pr O gt m Entertainment Navigation Communications Le t a a Control Center 5 Asymbolindicates the last selected menu item of the start menu lt u gt Communication gt lt lt Navigation or onboard information gt lt lt gt Entertainment gt a gt Climate lt gt lt i gt imenu q 18 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Selecting menu items and making adjustments Menu ltem 5 Menu item 6 Menu tem 7 Menu item 8 Menu item 9 4 Menu item Menu tem J Settings Menu item 5 Menu item amp Menu item 7 Meru i
6. 4 Press the controller Stations are shown on the Control Display on the basis of various selection criteria e g Pre sets If no station is displayed for Autostore or the displayed station cannot be received update the stations with the strongest reception refer to page 138 Changing station 4 r FM 4 Presets turn the controller In addition to the stations currently displayed you can have stations with another selection criterion displayed You can choose from the following selection criteria gt Autostore The stations with the strongest signal refer to page 138 gt Presets Stations you have stored refer to page 138 136 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG To change between these different selection criteria of stations 1 Move the controller forward to change fields 2 Select a selection criterion i FM Autostore Manual ET 1035 SKOS 3 WNYC 7 KROQ 299 3 697 5 4943 8 100 5 3 Press the controller The stations can also be changed on the steer ing wheel Buttons next to CD player Ea Press the button for the corresponding direction The system switches to the next displayed sta tion Playing stations scan The system automatically plays a brief sample from each of the stations on the current wave band In Manual you can set stations that are received in addition to those displayed Buttons next to CD playe
7. Owner s Manual for Vehicle The Ultimate Driving Machine t No 01 41 0 158 445 09 645Ci Owner s Manual for Vehicle Congratulations and thank you for choosing a BMW Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it We therefore have this request Please take the time to read this Owner s Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new vehicle It contains important data and instructions intended to assist you in gaining maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW s unique range of technical fea tures The manual also contains information on maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to main taining the value of your BMW throughout an extended service life This Owner s Manual should be considered a permanent part of this vehicle It should stay with the vehicle when sold to provide the next owner with important operating safety and maintenance information This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Informa tion Booklet for US models or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models We wish you an enjoyable driving experience BMW AG BMW recommends amp Castrol Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 2004 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich Germany Reprinting including excerpts only with
8. Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established pe 1 Dial name The dialog for selecting an entry is opened m ke C O O Say the name when prompted Confirm the prompt with Yes 157 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Telephoning Having entries read aloud and selecting You can have all the entries of your voice phone book read aloud in the order of input and select a certain entry to establish a connection nf 1 Read phone book The dialog for reading the phone book aloud is opened 2 Dialnumber lt when the desired entry is read out Redialing The Redial command requests Redial Deleting an entry You can delete any entry from the voice phone book tt 1 Delete name The dialog for deleting an entry is opened 2 Say the name when prompted 3 Confirm the prompt with Yest Deleting all entries Delete phone book deletes all entries in the phone book nf 1 Delete phone book The dialog for deleting the phone book IS opened 2 Confirm the prompt with Yes 3 Confirm the repeated prompt with Yes 158 Notes TS The voice commands in English were available as of this printing Other lan guages are currently not available To operate the portable phone via the voice command system refer to page 22 4 Important for voice commands For
9. The concept The integrated universal remote control replaces up to three different hand held trans mitters for various items of radio controlled equipment such as door openers and house alarm systems The integrated universal remote control registers and stores signals from the original hand held transmitters The signal of an original hand held transmitter can be programmed into one of the three mem ory buttons 1 Then the respective device can be actuated using the memory button 1 pro grammed for its use when the ignition key is in position 2 The LED 2 flashes to confirm trans mission of the signal If you sell your vehicle one day delete the saved programs beforehand for your own security refer to page 101 To prevent possible damage or injury before programming or using the inte grated universal remote control always inspect the immediate area to make certain that no peo ple animals or objects are within the travel range of the device Also comply with the safety precautions of the original hand held transmit ter Checking compatibility reo If you see this symbol on the packaging or in the manual supplied with the orig inal hand held transmitter it is safe to assume that it is compatible with the integrated universal remote control If you have additional questions please consult your BMW center or call 1 800 355 3515 You can also visit these websites www bmwusa com or www homelink com
10. The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand held transmitter Clearing memory buttons Press both outer buttons 1 for approx 20 sec onds maintaining pressure until the LED 2 starts to flash All of the memory buttons are cleared The memory of individual memory buttons 1 cannot be cleared ka O E O Glove compartment Opening Press the button The glove compartment opens automatically and the lamps come on Closing Fold the cover up To prevent injury in the event of an acci dent while the vehicle is being driven close the glove compartment immediately after use 4 Rechargeable flashlight The flashlight is located on the left side of the glove compartment The flashlight can remain there continuously Be sure that the flashlight is switched off when it is inserted into its holder Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to overcharging and damage lt 4 101 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ior accessories Practical inter Center armrest A storage compartment is located in the arm rest between the front seats This compartment is integrated into the central locking system and can also be locked separately using the hotel function refer to page 32 To open the cover Pull the left button The cover opens and can be folded upward Depending on the version the storage com partment can
11. sa 4 Fold up the upper half 4 of the wind deflec tor 3 Push out the securing pin 1 out until it With wind deflector fitted do not incline engages the front seat backrests too far backward if the seat is to be moved back to the end posi tion as otherwise the wind deflector will be damaged 4 Removing The same as installing but in reverse order Folding up 4 Unfold the rear mounts 2 Installing 1 Insert the securing pin 1 of the wind deflec tor into the appropriate opening on the right side of the vehicle 1 Push the handle of the securing pin on the wind deflector on the left side of the vehicle all the way back and release the locking mechanism 2 Fold in the upper and lower section 2 Guide the rear mounts 2 into the recepta cles provided 43 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Adjustments Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con tribution to relaxed fatigue free driving The sit ting position also plays an important role together with the safety belts and airbags in providing occupants with maximum levels of passive safety in an accident To ensure that the safety systems operate with optimal effi ciency we strongly urge you to observe the instructions contained in the following section For additional information on transporting chil dren safely refer to page 52 Airbags A Always maintain an adequate di
12. FM 4 Autostore The display of the stations with the strongest reception is updated The stations are dis played based on their frequencies 138 Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 Select FM or AM Select the desired station Set has been selected e F a EMA i 4 AUtOSTOre ae 6 103 3 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed Select Store and press the controller ENI b i Autostore TAutostore Tone Sean 12 3 Presets is displayed Turn the controller until the desired mem ory position is selected The number of the memory position appears beside the name or frequency of the station Press the controller The station is stored FM 4 Presets The stations of the last selection criterion are displayed again after a short time The stations are stored for the remote control currently in use Changing a memory location Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Presets and press the controller 2 Select the desired station 3 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 4 Select Store and press the controller gt FM i Presets D 7 KROQ B 100 5 5 Turn the controller until the desired mem ory position is selected The number of the memory position appears beside the name or frequency of the station 6 Press the controller The station
13. Fast route for navigation 122 First aid refer to First aid kit 186 First aid kit 186 First aid pouch refer to First aid kit 186 Flashing when locking and unlocking refer to Setting acknowledgement signals 30 Flashlight refer to Rechargeable flashlight 101 Flat tire Flat Tire Monitor 84 run flat tires 85 172 Flat Tire Monitor 84 false alarms 84 initializing system 84 malfunction 85 snow chains 173 system limits 84 warning lamp 85 FM reception range 133 136 FM waveband 136 Fog lamps 92 indicator lamp 13 92 Folding up convertible top compartment floor Convertible 34 Footbrake refer to Braking safely 109 Footwell lamps 93 For your own safety 6 Front airbags 86 Front head restraints 47 FTM 84 Fuel average consumption 74 display 70 fuel specifications 167 high quality brands 167 quality 167 tank capacity 166 Fuel display refer to Fuel gage 70 Fuel filler door 166 releasing in the event of electrical malfunction 166 Fuel gage 70 Fuel specifications 167 Fuses 184 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG G Garage door opener refer to Integrated universal remote control 100 Gasoline refer to Fuel specifications 167 refer to Required fuel 167 Gasoline display refer to Fuel gage 70 Gear changes SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 Gear display a
14. For manual unlocking turn the master key all the way to the right The compartment in the front center console is unlocked FR lf unlocking was manual the lock has to L be returned to the home position i e all the way back to the left before reactivation of the hotel function Luggage compartment lid Coupe the luggage compartment lid gt swings to the rear and upward when opened Make sure there is sufficient free space 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Opening from inside Turn the master key to the right as far as it will go The luggage compartment lid opens E gt If you use the lock to unlock the luggage NY compartment lid while the alarm system is armed the alarm will be triggered Therefore unlock the vehicle beforehand If the alarm has been triggered accidentally Switching off the alarm refer to page 34 4 A e i mur e Emergency release Press the button gency The luggage compartment lid opens unless the hotel function is activated see above Opening from outside This lever releases the luggage compartment lid from inside the luggage compartment Closing Press the upper half of the BMW emblem or SSS the button on the remote control The luggage compartment lid opens p D gt Convertible if the opening or closing Lk action is not completed the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened refer to a
15. In addition to the fully automatic mode you can also shift manually with Steptronic refer to page 58 Selector lever positions PRNDM S Displays in instrument cluster i i p A N k 358 mis M ET 032050 123 8 PRNDDS M1 to M6 The selector lever position is indicated and in the manual mode the gear currently engaged Changing the selector lever positions An interlock prevents inadvertent gearshifts into selector lever positions R and P To cancel the interlock press the button on the front of the selector lever knob refer to arrow Shiftlock Press the brake pedal before shifting out of P or N the shift command will not be executed unless the brake is applied To prevent the vehicle from creeping after you select a driving position maintain pressure on the brake pedal until you are ready to start 58 To prevent the vehicle from rolling always select selector lever position P and engage the handbrake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard lt P Park Select only when the vehicle is stationary The rear wheels are locked R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary N Neutral Engage in car washes for example The vehicle can roll D Drive automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation All forward gears are available Under norm
16. When you switch off the engine or ignition active cruise control is fully switched off too and any settings you have selected are can celed Behavior in curves Because of the limited range of the system it is possible that in curves or on the peaks and val leys of hilly roads a vehicle ahead may be rec ognized late or not at all Therefore it is up to the driver to select a speed that is prudent in view of the curves and terrain of the roadway gt In approaching a curve it is possible that active cruise control would react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane In addition the system can sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not accelerate If your vehicle decelerates in either case you can choose to overcome the deceler ation by briefly pressing the accelerator pedal Driver interventions Anytime the driver presses down on the EN accelerator pedal any automatic braking action by the system is interrupted until the pedal is fully released After doing this release the accelerator and the system again controls your cruising speed and distance setting While driving with activated system resting your foot on the accelerator pedal will cause the system not to brake even if necessary Be certain that floormats or other objects on the vehicle floor do not interfere with movement of the accelera tor pedal 4 While active cruise control is capable of braking your vehicle automatically when you a
17. Wiper blade replacement 1 Fold the wiper arm out and graspit firmly 2 Press the locking tabs together while slid ing the wiper blade toward the front to dis engage it Lamps and bulbs Lamps and bulbs make an essential contribu tion to driving safety Therefore exercise suffi cient care when handling them If you are not familiar with the specified procedures have the corresponding work carried out at your BMW center 180 D gt Never touch the glass on new bulbs with your bare fingers as even minute amounts of contamination will burn into the bulb s surface and reduce its service life Use a clean cloth napkin etc or hold the bulb by its metal socket lt You can obtain a selection of replacement bulbs at your BMW center When working on the lighting system you should always switch off the lights affected to prevent short circuits To avoid possible injury or equipment damage when replacing bulbs observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufacturer 4 When performing maintenance on the head lamps comply with the instructions in the sep arate Caring for your vehicle brochure gt In the case of bulbs where the replace ment is not described please consult your BMW center lt Xenon lamps The service life of these lamps is very long and the probability of a failure is very low provided that they are not switched on and off an unusual number of times In the unlikely event tha
18. 91 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG A e i pur e O Transporting children safely Transporting children safely The right place for children Children always in the rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children in a vehicle is in the rear seat Older children should be tightly secured with a safety belt after they have outgrown a booster seat that is appropriate for their age height and weight Child restraint system in the rear Children under 13 years of age and chil dren less than 5 ft 150 cm tall should always ride in the rear and the restraint systems should be secured with the vehicle s safety belts 4 Younger children should be secured in an appropriate forward facing child restraint sys tem that has first been properly secured We strongly urge you to carefully read and comply with the instructions for installation and use provided by the child restraint s manufacturer whenever you use such a device All rear sitting positions in your vehicle meet the recommendations of SAE J1819 an industry recommended practice for securing child restraint systems in motor vehicles Exception for front passenger seat Should it become necessary to use a child restraint system on the front pas senger seat the airbags on the passenger s side must be deactivated Deactivating the front passenger airbag is only possible on the Coupe Your BMW center will
19. Your wireless service provider can furnish you with more detailed information on legal regula tions governing the use of your phone 4 Medical equipment Portable phones can generate interfer ence capable of preventing hearing aids and cardiac pacemakers from operating cor rectly If you or any occupant of the vehicle use such equipment consult a physician or the manufacturer of the equipment to determine whether it is adequately shielded against high frequency energy 4 Batteries Never attempt to dismantle your portable phone or its battery Use only approved battery types the wrong battery can destroy Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG your portable phone To avoid possible short circuits after removing a battery you should never allow it to come into contact with metallic surfaces of any kind lt Disposing of used batteries Return used batteries to a recycling col lection point or to your BMW center lt Care instructions You can find what you need to know about car ing for your portable phone in the Caring for your vehicle brochure and in the separate porta ble phone Owner s Manual Operating options You can operate the portable phone with gt The steering wheel refer to page 11 gt The Control Center refer to page 152 gt Voice commands refer to page 156 Information on operating the portable phone is contained in the separate Owner s Manual on the Full Pr
20. displaying towns cities and streets 127 list 127 selecting 122 selecting criteria 122 Route list for navigation 127 Route map 127 Route preference changing 122 Route selection 122 Run flat tires 172 continuing driving with a damaged tire 85 flat tire 85 tire inflation pressure 168 tire replacement 172 winter tires 173 209 Y Y ten V E V a Everything from A to Z S Safety belts 48 damage 49 indicator lamp 49 sitting safely 44 Safety belt tensioners refer to Safety belts 48 Safety systems ABS Antilock Brake System 81 airbags 86 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 82 rollover protection system Convertible 87 safety belts 48 Satellite radio 140 enabling channels 140 selecting channel 141 storing channel 141 SAT on the radio 133 140 Save current destination 122 Scan CD changer 145 CD player 145 radio 137 Scan playing stations 137 Scan playing tracks 145 Screen refer to Control Center 16 Screw thread for tow fitting 188 Seats 44 adjusting 45 heating 49 lumbar support 45 memory refer to Seat mirror and steering wheel memory 46 sitting safely 44 sports seat 45 storing the setting 46 thigh support 45 Securing cargo 111 ski bag 104 210 Select as destination 119 Select current speed 76 Selecting audio
21. sary The vehicle brake lamps will automatically illuminate to signal a following driver to take action In addition it may be necessary for the vehicle or the driver to downshift depending on the kind of transmission your vehicle is equipped with to maintain the distance setting selected If the vehicle ahead speeds up or when the lane ahead becomes clear your vehi cle will accelerate to the speed you have selected by increasing the throttle setting and shifting gears automatically or by the driver as needed T Active cruise control is not and must not be used as a collision avoidance warning system lt 4 Since this active cruise control system is a new technology and operates differ ently from conventional cruise control systems which you may be accustomed to you are strongly urged to read all of the pages relating to this system before use Pay special attention to the information contained in the Things to know about active cruise control section in this manual beginning on page 66 4 Vehicles with manual transmission You can use the system in the 2nd to 6th gear within a normal engine speed range and also change gears Continuous operation at very high or very low engine speeds is not possible In this case the driver is asked to shift or the system deactivates itself Vehicles with SMG Continuous operation at very high engine speeds is not possible in the Sequential mode In this case the driver is asked to shift
22. 20 miles 30 km FN Refuel as soon as possible once your i cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km as otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur lt 4 14 Average speed Periods with the vehicle parked and the engine off are not included in the calculations of aver age speed To reset the average speed press the BC but ton in the turn signal lever for approx 2 sec onds Average fuel consumption The average fuel consumption is calculated for the time during which the engine is running You can use the Control Display to view your fuel consumption rate over two different dis tances refer to page 75 To reset the average fuel consumption press the BC button in the turn signal lever for approx 2 seconds On Control Display You can also call up the computer via the Con trol Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate a J gt Navigation Entertainment 2 Move the controller to the right to open Navigation On vehicles without navigation system Open Car Data 3 Select Car Data and press the controller You can now choose between gt Computer gt Trip computer suitable e g for a vacation trip Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Computer Select Onboard info and press the controller Li Car Data a Trip computer b Arrival time
23. 7 Select Update services and press the controller Terminating services If you terminate the services your vehicle will not be equipped to contact the BMW Assist call center Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open start menu 2 Press controller to open the j menu 3 Select Communication settings and press the controller 4 Select BMW Service settings and press the controller 5 Select Service Status and press the con troller 6 Select Terminate services and press the controller Use of TeleService or BMW Assist is blocked To lift the block re enabling is required refer to page 159 This does not affect the contractual agreements Automatic service notification can be disabled separately Contact your BMW center for assis tance Enable TeleService and if applicable BMW Assist to log on again Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Displaying vehicle data When TeleService or BMW Assist is activated the color designation the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open start menu 2 Press controller to open the menu 3 Select Communication settings and press the controller 4 Select BMW Service settings and press the controller 5 Select Profile and press the controller ie BMW Service settings Se
24. Convertible program When the convertible top is opened the con vertible program can also be selected In the convertible program the automatic climate control is optimized for driving with the convert ible top open In addition the air supply is increased as the speed increases If the convertible program has been selected it is automatically active every time the top is opened gt The effect of the convertible program can be greatly enhanced if the wind deflector is installed 4 A e i pur e O Ventilation 1 Serrated dial for smoothly opening and closing air vents 2 Lever for changing the airflow direction Do not drop any foreign bodies into the vent outlets as otherwise these could be catapulted outwards and lead to injuries 4 Ventilation for cooling Adjust the vent outlets to direct the flow of cool air in your direction for instance if the interior has become too warm etc Draft free ventilation Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past you and is not directed straight at you Microfilter activated charcoal filter The microfilter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air The activated charcoal filter provides additional protection by filtering gas eous pollutants from the outside air Your BMW center replaces this combined filter as a stan dard part of your scheduled maintenance You can have more detailed information shown on the Control Displa
25. D Dashboard refer to Cockpit 10 Dashboard lighting refer to Instrument lighting 93 Data 192 capacities 195 dimensions 193 engine 192 weights 192 Date 79 Date 69 setting 78 Date format 79 Daytime driving lamps 91 DBC Dynamic Brake Control 81 malfunction 83 warning lamp 83 Deactivated 47 Deactivating front passenger airbag Coupe 52 Decommissioning the vehicle refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Deep water refer to Driving through water 109 Defrosting windows 95 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 95 Defrosting windshield refer to Defrosting windows 95 Defrost position refer to Defrosting windows 95 Delete address book for navigation 121 Delete all numbers on the portable phone 155 Delete data for navigation 121 Delete for portable phone 154 Destination address deleting 121 entering 115 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Destination for navigation destination list 119 entry 115 home address 122 selecting from address book 120 selecting using information 118 storing 120 Destination guidance 124 bypassing route sections 128 canceling voice instructions 51 changing specified route 122 displaying route 127 distance and arrival 124 interrupting 125 starting 124 terminating continuing 125 voice instructions 126 v
26. Dimensions 193 Letter symbol with portable phone 155 License plate lamps replacing bulbs 182 Light 60 91 Light emitting diodes LEDs 183 Lighter 103 Lighter socket 103 Lighting instruments 93 of the vehicle refer to Lamps 91 Lights on warning 91 Light switch 91 Limit 76 Lock after driving 32 Lock buttons in the doors refer to Locking 32 Locking from inside 32 from outside 30 Locking and unlocking doors from inside 31 from outside 29 LOGIC7 refer to Tone control 134 Low beams 91 automatic 91 replacing bulbs 180 Lower back support refer to Lumbar support 45 Luggage compartment capacity 192 emergency release 33 hotel function 32 increasing capacity Convertible 34 opening closing refer to Luggage compartment lid 33 opening from inside 33 opening from outside 33 opening with remote control 30 Luggage compartment lid 32 emergency operation 33 emergency release 33 opening from inside 33 opening from outside 33 opening with remote control 30 unlocking manually 33 Lumbar support 45 LW waveband 136 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG M M S tires refer to Winter tires 172 Maintenance refer to the Service and Warranty Infor mation Booklet for US models or to the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 178 Maintenance system
27. HomeLink is a registered trademark owned by Johnson Controls Inc 100 Programming 1 1 Memory buttons 2 LED Fixed code hand held transmitters 1 Ignition key in position 2 2 When using for the first time press both outer buttons 1 for approx 20 seconds maintaining pressure until the LED 2 starts to flash The three memory buttons 1 are cleared 3 Hold the original hand held transmitter at a distance of approx 2 in 5 cm to 8 in 20 cm to the memory buttons 1 m The required distance between the hand held transmitter and the mem ory buttons 1 depends on the respective system of the original hand held transmitter used 4 4 Simultaneously press the transmit button on the original hand held transmitter and the desired memory button 1 on the inte grated universal remote control Initially the LED 2 flashes slowly Release both buttons as soon as the LED 2 flashes rapidly If the LED 2 does not flash rapidly after approx 15 seconds change the distance 5 To program other original hand held trans mitters repeat steps 3 and 4 The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand held transmitter Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG You can operate the system when the ignition key is in position 2 gt If the device cannot be used after repeated programming check whether the original hand held transmitter uses an alter nating cod
28. IS Door locks Delete address book Select Delete address book and press the controller Select Yes and press the controller 121 Destination entry Storing home address You can store your current position or the cur rent destination as a home address in the address book This entry is in the second posi tion in the address book Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Address book and press the con troller 2 Select Home address and press the con troller i g Address book A D J P RST W Z New address ADAM DR TOM JULIA Select Use current location as address or during destination guidance Save current destination 3 Press the controller To select the home address as the destination Select Start guidance and press the control ler To change the entry Select Edit address and press the controller For operation refer to Entering a destination manually page 115 Route selection You can influence the calculated route by choosing certain route criteria Changing route criteria Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select Route preference and press the controller i Navigation New destination a SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WA Route list New rou Arrow display The various criteria are listed on the Co
29. Select the desired entry a Phone d lop 8 b 5 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 6 Select Call and press the controller The system dials the number Deleting individual entries 1 Select the desired entry from the list 2 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 3 Select Delete and press the controller The entry is deleted io Phone gt ail lop B k Call Delete all numbers reter Adam Deleting entire list 1 Select an entry from the list 2 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 154 i Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Select Delete all numbers and press the controller The list is deleted cm Phone Tops Call Delete Fete Adam Touch tone numbers are required for access to network services or to control devices e g remote access to an answering machine This function can only be used during a call Establish a connection ao Phone 4 Active calls Press the controller Other menu items are displayed Select Keypad and press the controller Select the desired digits and press the con troller Each digit is sent immediately Mi23456789 4 Keypad F 7 This symbol on the Control Display indi cates that you have received a new text mes sage The symbol is no longer displayed after there are no unread text messages The number of text messages that can
30. Storing destinations in address book You can save approx 100 destinations in the address book Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Address book and press the con troller 2 Select New address and press the con troller o gt Address book A D 1 P RST W Z Home address Name ADAM DR TOM 3 Select Enter address and press the con troller 4 Enter name and address 5 Select Store in address book and press the controller The entry is stored in the address book You can also save a destination from the desti nation list in the address book refer to page 119 Storing current position The current position can be adopted into the address book Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Address book and press the con troller 2 Select New address and press the con troller i gf Address book A D 1 P RST W Z Home address Name ADAM DR TOM 3 Select Use current location as address and press the controller The name given can be changed For oper ation refer to Entering a destination manu ally page 115 4 Select Store in address book and press the controller You can also enter your current position in the address book if you have left the sector covered by the navigation DVD In this case you must enter a name Selecting destinations from address book Control Ce
31. The brightness of the display is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions However you can change the base setting With the low beams switched on the brightness can also be adjusted with the serrated dial of the instrument lighting Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the jmenu 2 Select Display settings and press the controller 3 Select Brightness and press the control ler Languages 1 4 Units Display Offset Head Up Display Offset 4 fnecessary move the controller to the left to select Head Up Display Offset 5 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Notes The discernibility of the displays in the Head Up Display is influenced by gt Sunglasses with certain polarization filters gt Certain seating positions gt Objects on the cover of the Head Up Dis play gt Wet road surface and unfavorable lighting conditions If the image is distorted please have the base setting checked at a BMW center Special windshield The windshield is part of the system The shape of the windshield complies with the require ments of the Head Up Display to enable a pre cise display A film in the windshield prevents the double images from being displayed Only have a windshield replaced by a BMW cen ter or a workshop which works with personnel trained in
32. as the air quality inside the vehicle deteriorates continuously lt Residual heat mode Press the button when the motor is 2 switched off and warm MA A The heat stored in the engine is i used to heat the passenger com partment e g when stopped at a school to pick up a child You can adjust the automatic climate control settings as of ignition key position 1 Provided that the engine has warmed to its nor mal operating temperature and the battery is charged you can use this function for up to 15 minutes after switching off the ignition The LED in the button lights up to confirm compli ance with both of these conditions Switching off automatic climate control art The air volume the heater and the j cooling function are all switched A off D You can restart the automatic cli mate control by pressing any of its buttons except the REST button Settings using Control Center Ignition key gt In vehicles with separate drives for audio CDs and navigation DVDs ignition key in position 2 gt In vehicles with one drive for audio CDs ignition key in position 1 Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 96 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Navigation Climate Entertainment 2 Move the controller to the left to open Cli mate You can set the following gt Manual air distribution separate for driver s side and p
33. button The luggage compartment lid opens regard less of whether it was previously locked or unlocked A previously locked luggage compart D ment lid is also locked after closing Coupe the luggage compartment lid swings to the rear and upward when opened Make sure there is sufficient free space 4 Setting confirmation signals You can set confirmation signals to acknowl edge the locking and unlocking of the vehicle Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 3 Select Door locks and press the control ler 4 Select Confirmation and press the con troller Vi Door locks Centrallocking EY Flash when lacking EY Flash when unlocking O Acoustic confirm when locking O Acoustic confirm when unlocking 5 Select the desired signal 6 Press the controller The signals are switched on Malfunctions Local radio waves can disrupt the function of the remote control Should the remote control fail to operate owing to interference of this kind you can respond by using the master key to unlock your vehicle at one of the doors If it is no longer possible to lock the vehicle with aremote control its battery is discharged Use Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG this remote control during an extended drive this will recharge the battery refer to page 28 For US own
34. fuses 2 are provided there Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Giving and receiving assistance Emergency call Conditions for an emergency call gt Ignition key in position 1 or greater gt The car phone is logged on to a portable telephone network gt The emergency call system is operable Coupe emergency call button Convertible emergency call button Initiating emergency call 1 To open the protective cover of the emer gency call button Briefly press the protective cover 2 Press the emergency call button for at least 2 seconds The indicator lamp in the button lights up As soon as the voice connection to the BMW Assist response center has been established the indicator lamp flashes If conditions allow remain in the vehicle until the connection has been established You will then be able to provide a detailed description of the situation In vehicles with BMW Assist enabled if the cur rent position of your vehicle can be determined it will be transmitted to the BMW Assist response center Enabling BMW Assist refer to page 159 If the indicator lamp flashes but you are unable to hear the BMW Assist response center through the hands free system this could indi cate for instance that the hands free system is no longer operational However the BMW Assist response center may then still be able to hear you Under certain conditions an emergency call
35. page 40 4 In the event of an electrical malfunction The handle recesses on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull down A Make sure that the closing path of the d luggage compartment lid is clear as oth erwise injuries may result Operate the vehicle only when the luggage compartment lid is completely closed Other wise exhaust fumes could penetrate to the interior of the vehicle 4 The luggage compartment lid lock is located under the BMW emblem Only the master keys with remote control refer to page 28 match the luggage compartment lid lock 33 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Opening and closing If special circumstances should make it abso lutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the luggage compartment lid open 1 Coupe close both windows and the glass sunroof Convertible with closed top close all win dows 2 Increase the air volume of the automatic climate control to a high level refer to page 95 Luggage compartment There are four lashing eyes on the inner corners of the luggage compartment for securing lug gage nets or securing straps to fix luggage in position Also refer to Securing cargo page 111 Convertible increasing luggage compartment capacity a e W 4 he J With the convertible top closed you can enlarge the luggage compartment capacity To do so unfold the handle and pre
36. winding roads slippery roads or roads with sharp curves such as highway off ramps during inclement weather such as snow strong rain or fog or when entering inter changes service parking areas or toll booths It is also important to regulate your vehicle s speed and distance setting within applicable legal limits Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary especially when the system is actively following a vehicle in front of you 4 Always remember that the range and abil ity of the system does have physical limi tations It will not apply the brakes or decelerate your vehicle when there is a slow moving vehi cle stopped vehicle or stationary object ahead of you as for example at a traffic light or when approaching a parked vehicle Also the system does not react to oncoming traffic pedestrians or other types of potential traffic such as a rider on horseback It is also possible that the system may not detect smaller moving objects such as motorcycles or bicycles Be especially alert when encountering any of these situations as the system will neither automatically brake nor provide a warning to you Also be aware that 66 every decrease in the distance setting allows your vehicle to come closer to a vehicle in front of you and requires a heightened amount of alertness lt If your vehicle is actively following a vehicle in front of you and the vehicle ahead speeds up or the lane ahead becomes c
37. 00 45 reset Starting and stopping gt Select Start and press the controller The stopwatch starts at the displayed time gt Select Reset and press the controller The stopwatch is reset and it restarts if it was running beforehand gt Select Stop and press the controller This stops the timer Taking an intermediate time reading Select Interim time and press the controller The interim time appears below the ongoing primary stopwatch count Dl All of the remaining functions remain available at all times while the stopwatch is running The stopwatch continues operation in the background lt 4 Settings on Control Display Brightness of Control Display The brightness is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions However you can change the base setting Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communication ff Climate 4 Navigation Controls Entertainment 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Display settings and press the controller 4 Select Brightness and press the control ler 5 Ifnecessary move the controller to the right to select Display Offset 6 Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected i J Brightness Display The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Measurement units You can change the measureme
38. 178 Malfunction convertible top 41 door lock 31 fuel filler door 166 glass sunroof 38 luggage compartment lid 32 33 Malfunction warnings refer to Check Control 71 Manual air distribution 96 Manual mode with automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 Manual on the radio 137 Manual operation convertible top 41 door lock 31 driver s door 31 fuel filler door 166 glass sunroof 38 luggage compartment lid 32 33 Manual transmission 56 Map changing scale 127 destination entry 117 Map direction of travel 127 Map facing north 127 Map facing north 127 Master key with remote control 28 Maximum cooling 95 Maximum speed with winter tires 173 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Memory refer to Key Memory 28 refer to Seat mirror and steering wheel memory 46 Menus refer to Control Center 16 Microfilter 97 Microphone for hands free system 151 for portable phone 14 for voice command system 14 Mirror dimming feature 50 Mirrors 49 automatic curb monitor 47 heating 50 memory refer to Seat mirror and steering wheel memory 46 Missed calls 154 Missed calls 153 Mobile communication devices in vehicle 109 Mobile Service refer to Roadside Assistance 186 Monitor refer to Control Center 16 Monitor display on 81 Monitor on off 51 Most recent portable phone num
39. 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 4 Select PDC and press the controller 5 Select Monitor display on and press the controller y The PDC screen is activated The display appears on the Control Display as soon as PDC is activated The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use System limits Even with PDC final responsibility for estimating the distance between the vehicle and any obstructions always remains with the driver Even when sensors are involved there is a blind spot in which objects cannot be detected The system is also subject to the physical limits that apply to all forms of ultra sonic measurement such as those encoun tered with thin and wedge shaped objects etc Low objects already displayed e g a curb can also disappear from the detection area of the sensors again before a continuous tone sounds Loud noises from outside and inside your vehi cle may prevent you from hearing the PDC sig nal tone 4 gt Do not apply high pressure spray to the sensors for a prolonged period of time Keep the spray at least 4 in 10 cm away from the sensors 4 A e i pur e O Driving stability control systems Your BMW is equipped with an extended array of systems designed to enhance and maintain vehicle stability under extreme conditions ABS Antilock Brake System ABS prevents the wheels
40. Additional information can be displayed in the bution on driver s side and passenger side assistance window 2 Display for gt The computer or the trip computer gt Entertainment gt The route map or the arrow view in vehicles Radio CD or with a navigation system sound output for entertainment off gt The current position gt ety se Switching on assistance window Car Phone Portable or no networ l Move the controller to the right to change to the 3 Display for assistance window and press the controller gt ie MS are present in Missed To select the display in the assistance window calls P 1 Move the controller to the right to change to gt E Text messages SMS received the assistance window and press the con gt Roaming active troller 4 Phoning or BMW Assist calls are possible tl Reception strength for telephone ne FM Teg eepe ern depending on portable phone Preets May din cof fran 5 Time 5 KLOG s 697 5 Other displays T KROQ When information of the Check Control appears or entries are made via the voice command sys tem the status information is temporarily hid den 2 Select a menu item 3 Press the controller 20 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Closing assistance window 1 Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the con troller 2 Select Assist window off and press the controlle
41. Brightness lt Units Language gt Timet Date PDC FTM Entertainment settings Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Everything from A to Z Index Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions pointing out where these are located A ABS Antilock Brake System 81 indicator lamp 83 malfunction 83 ACC refer to Active cruise control 62 Acceleration assistant with SMG 59 Accessories refer to Your individual vehicle 5 Activated charcoal filter 97 Activation time for independent ventilation 98 Active cruise control 62 indicator lamps 64 malfunction 68 selecting distance 65 Active roll stabilization 83 Active steering 85 initializing system 86 warning lamp 85 Adapting temperature in upper body region 97 Adaptive brake lamps refer to Brake Force Display 86 Adaptive Head Light 92 Add digits for portable phone 153 Address book for navigation 120 Address for navigation deleting 121 entering 115 selecting 120 storing current position 120 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Add to destination list 117 Adhesive bandages refer to First aid kit 186 Adjusting the temperature with automatic climate control 95 Adjusting the thigh support 45 Adjusting tone during audio operation refer to Tone control 133 After opening door 46 After unlocking 46
42. Bulb 21 watts WY 21 SV Bulb replacement for the turn signal lamp 2 is possible via the wheel well The illustration shows the left side of the vehi cle 1 Turn the steering all the way to be able to remove the cover refer to illustration 2 Turn the ignition key to position 0 Unscrew the two bolts using the open end wrench from the onboard tool kit refer to page 180 4 Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove refer to arrow 5 Remove and replace the bulb 181 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O Replacing components Sidemarker Bulb 5 watts WY5W ST The bulb can be replaced via a cover at the front of the wheel well refer to the description for turn signal lamp 2 1 The bulb holder of the sidemarker lamp is located toward the outside of the vehicle next to the bulb holder of turn signal lamp 2 2 Turnthe bulb holder to the left and remove 3 Remove and replace the bulb Side turn signals Bulb 5 watts WY 5 W 1 Press against the front edge of the lamp with the tip of your finger then push it to the rear release the snap connection at the front and take it off the trim strip Me 2 Turn the bulb holder 90 to the left and remove 3 Remove and replace the bulb Tail lamps gt The roadside parking rear and brake lamps are LEDs The backup lamps are fitted with longlife bulbs Please contact a BMW center in case of a ma
43. Check Control messages ti E Washer fluid lave EE The display disappears automatically after a short time To exit from the menu immediately 1 Select the arrow and press the controller Displays after completion of trip Malfunction reports generated during the trip are shown consecutively when you switch off the ignition Before the display disappears you can display the messages once again Press the CHECK button for approx 2 seconds If several mes sages are present you can press the CHECK button repeatedly The display gt cancels itself automatically after a brief period gt canbe canceled at any time pressing the CHECK button again for approx 2 seconds Controls Entertainment Navigation v O a lt x Driving tips Communications a v Ee u a a Everything under control Computer Requesting information As of ignition key position 1 you can use the BC button in the turn signal lever to call up com puter information in the instrument cluster Anew function appears each time you press the BC button In instrument cluster E 358 mils OO E 032050 123 8 The display sequence gt Cruising range gt Average speed gt Average fuel consumption Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel It is projected by taking into account the driving style over the last
44. DVD or the system is in the process of calculating your current position As a rule reception is guaranteed under a clear sky gt the destination guidance does not accept a destination The data of the destination is not stored on the navigation DVD that is loaded Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original gt the destination guidance does not accept an address without the street name On the navigation DVD no downtown area can be determined for the city or town entered Enter any street or a destination such as the railway station etc then start the destination guidance you want to enter a destination for the des tination guidance but it is not possible to select the letters for your desired entry The data of the destination is not stored on the navigation DVD that is loaded In this case the system will not offer you any let ters to choose from Select a destination that is as close as possible to the original the system stops furnishing directions on which way to turn as you approach intersec tions You are driving in an area that has not yet been completely recorded on the naviga tion DVD Instead of an arrow indicating a turn you will see an arrow which indicates the general direction of your planned route Or you have left the recommended route and the system requires a few seconds to calculate a new recommended route the navigation system does not react to entries If the
45. Driving without having completed the opening or closing action can lead to damage or injury Do not place hands in the top mechanism dur ing the opening and closing action Keep chil 39 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG A e i mur e Opening and closing dren away from the travel path of the convert ible top For safety reasons only operate the convertible top when the vehicle is at a standstill lt 4 gt If you have initiated top operation with the vehicle at a stop and then start to drive e g at a traffic light you can continue the ini tiated operation up to a speed of 20 mph 30 km h To do so press and hold the corresponding button lt D gt Partial vacuums that occur at higher speeds in the passenger compartment can make the convertible top flap Use the auto matic climate control to increase the air supply so that a partial vacuum in the vehicle does not occur lt Prior to opening and closing gt Read carefully and comply with the safety precautions that appear above gt Ensure that the convertible top compart ment floor in the luggage compartment is folded down refer to page 34 as otherwise the convertible top cannot be opened gt Ensure that the luggage compartment lid is closed Opening and closing With the ignition key in position 1 or greater refer to page 54 and the vehicle stationary gt So as not to place a
46. Move curvature up or down Press top or bottom of switch 45 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG A O E O O Adjustments Seat mirror and steering wheel memory Ce minim 123M V7 JC pees You can store and select three different adjust ment settings for the driver s seat exterior mir rors and steering wheel The adjustment of the lumbar support is not stored in the memory Storing 1 Turn ignition key to position 1 or 2 refer to page 54 2 Adjust the desired seat exterior mirror and steering wheel positions 3 Press the EE button The indicator lamp in the button lights up 4 Press the desired memory button 1 2 or 3 The indicator lamp goes out Requesting Do not request a position from the mem ory while the vehicle is moving There is a risk of accident from unexpected movement of the seat or steering wheel 4 Convenience mode 1 Open the driver s door after unlocking or turn the ignition key to position 1 refer to page 54 2 Briefly press the desired memory button 1 20r3 The system immediately cancels the adjust ment procedure when you briefly press one of the seat adjustment switches or one ofthe memory buttons 46 The adjusting procedure for the steering wheel is immediately interrupted if you operate the switch for the steering wheel adjustment in any direction refer to page 50 Safety feature 1 Close the driver s do
47. Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG c e ee gt ion guidance Destinat Bypassing route sections During destination guidance you can revise the navigation system s route recommendations to avoid particular stretches of road Enter the number of miles kilometers that you want to travel before returning to the original route Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select New route and press the control ler Navigation New destination SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WA dibute list Route preference Arrow display 2 Turnthe controller to enter the desired number of miles kilometers and press the controller The route is recalculated To exit from the menu without changing the route 41 Select the arrow and press the controller 128 J Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG What to do If What to do if gt a navigation DVD is inserted but the request to insert the DVD is displayed on the Control Display The navigation DVD may not be the right DVD for the navigation system The DVD is labeled accordingly gt you request the current position of your vehicle but do not receive a precise dis play The system is unable to receive enough GPS signals at your current position owing to obstructions your current position is not yet available on your navigation
48. Range Distance to dest speed Fuel consumpt gt Estimated time of arrival at destination gt Entering a distance manually in the com puter see below gt Entering a destination in the navigation system refer to page 115 gt Cruising range gt Distance to destination gt Entering a distance manually in the com puter see below gt Entering a destination in the navigation system refer to page 115 V Average speed gt Average fuel consumption Select Trip computer and press the control ler i Gi Car Data Trip computer pm Departure hr Duration mis Distance traveled mph mpg Speed Fuel corsurnpst Departure time Driving time gt gt gt Distance traveled gt Average speed gt Average fuel consumption Start or stop trip computer or reset all values 1 Select Set and press the controller 2 Select the desired menu item 3 Press the controller Entering a distance manually Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Navigation On vehicles without navigation system Open Car Data 2 Select Car Data and press the controller A O E O O 3 Select Onboard info and press the con troller 4 Select Distance to dest and press the controller CJ Car Data 4 Onboard info pm Arrival time mis Range mph mpg Speed Fuel consumpt 5 Turn the controller to select the distance
49. Vehicle settings and press the controller 3 Select Steering wheel buttons and press the controller FIM PDC B 1 Nav voice instructions Air recirculation on off Mute on off Monitor on off Telephone list Next entertainment source The different functions are displayed gt Nav voice instructions Voice instructions for the navigation system gt Air recirculation on off Continuously shut off the supply of out side air refer to AUC Automatic recircu lated air control on page 95 gt Mute on off Mute the audio sources gt Monitor on off Switch the Control Display on off gt Telephone list Switch between Entertainment and Telephone gt Next entertainment source Change audio source 4 Select the desired function 5 Press the controller 6 Select button if necessary iy Steering wheel buttons Seer J instructions Diamond button ation on off Mute on off Monitor on off Telephone list Next entertainment source 7 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use You can operate the selected function using the corresponding button Operating function Press the corresponding button on the steering wheel Voice instructions of navigation system gt To switch voice instructions on off Maintain pressure on the button for several seconds gt To repeat the last voice instruction Press button
50. accordance with BMW specifications 89 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ka O t E O Technology for comfort convenience and safety Care instructions You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the Caring for your vehi cle brochure ro P a er o am 4 f h j F JON HR j A Ld j PEER ee Fen A Only clean the cover of the Head Up Dis play with a soft nonabrasive cloth or a display cleaning cloth as otherwise damage may result lt 90 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Lamps Parking lamps low beams 3 Select Light and press the controller TER a poc Door locks Pathway lighting 605 GY Triple turn signal activation A O E O Lights off 4 Select Pathway lighting and press the 0 controller 1 Parking lamps 5 Turn the controller to select the corre 2 Low beams daytime driving lamps sponding duration 3 Automatic headlamp control 6 Press the controller to apply the setting Adaptive Head Light Lights on warning Parking lamps If you turn the ignition key to position O an In the switch position 1 the front rear and side acoustic signal sounds when you open the vehicle lighting is switched on You can use the driver s door for a few seconds to remind you parking lamps for parking For lighting on one that the lamps have not yet been switched off side for parking a
51. based on personal experience You can change the choice of route as often as desired when entering the destination and whenever the destination guidance is active Word matching principle The system supports the word matching princi ple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns cities The system runs ongoing checks comparing your destination entries with the data stored on the navigation DVD as the basis for instant response The user benefits include gt Names of specific locations can also vary from the official versions provided that the spelling of the entry corresponds to a stan dard form used in another country Example Instead of Munchen you can also enter the English spelling Munich or the Italian spelling Monaco gt When you are entering the names of towns cities and streets the system will complete them automatically as soon as enough let ters are available to ensure unambiguous identification gt The system only accepts name entries beginning with letters that are stored on the navigation DVD The system will not accept nonexistent names and addresses 123 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG O _ gt Z ion guidance Destinat Destination guidance Starting destination guidance Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select the destin
52. be stored depends on the memory capacity of your portable phone Select SMS and press the controller BMW ASSIST Phone Ba 01711234567 bal 01778910123 10 21 08 10 21 08 The list of received text messages is dis played on the Control Display F 7 The symbol indicates unread text mes sages Select the desired text message and press the controller The text message is displayed E Please return call To close the text message Move the controller forward to select 4 3 and press the controller Select the desired text message and press the controller The text message is displayed 155 Telephoning 2 Select Options and press the controller 3 Select Call sender and press the control ler The selected sender is called Deleting text messages SMS 1 Select the desired text message and press the controller The text message is displayed 2 Select Options and press the controller 3 Select Delete and press the controller The text message of the portable phone is deleted Operation by voice commands The concept You can operate your portable phone without having to remove your hands from the steering wheel The system operates on the basis of voice commands that you will learn easily after using them a few times In addition you are also supported by instructions or questions Symbols used nf gt Identifies voice commands Identifies instructions generated
53. be equipped with a correspond ing cradle for the telephone or portable phone Adjusting height The center armrest can be set in 2 positions Pull the right button Move the armrest upward or downward and lock it in the desired position 102 Storage compartments Storage compartment behind center armrest To open raise the cover at the left or right edge The compartment contains the cup holder and the lock for the hotel function refer to page 32 Other compartments and nets Other compartments are provided in the doors as well as in the front center console Ticket pockets are located in the sun visors Storage nets are located on the backrests of the front seats and in the passenger footwell Another storage space is located in the luggage compartment in the right side panel If you wish this is also suitable for storing the onboard doc umentation Coupe clothes hooks To fold down press at the top edge When suspending clothing from the hooks ensure that it will not obstruct the driver s vision Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks If you do so they could cause per sonal injury to occupants during braking or eva sive maneuvers 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Cup holders The compartment of the rear center console contains a built in and removable cup holder The removable cup holder can be inserted into the side of the center console D
54. by the system An example dialing phone numbers Start the dialog Press the fj button on the steering wheel Voice command Response Dial number lt e g 123 456 7890 Diak 156 Voice commands In ignition key position 2 1 Press the button on the steering wheel An acoustic signal indicates operating readiness 2 Read voice commands aloud To have the system list the voice com mands possible in each case we Optionst Canceling operation by voice commands Press the fj button on the steering wheel or we Cancelt In dialogs where text is spoken not a command e g aname canceling is only possible using the EM button The dialog is automatically inter rupted when an incoming call is received Voice commands In addition to the commands described in this Owner s Manual alternative commands are often possible for the same functions e g we Dial name or Names The system recognizes digits from zero to nine You can say each digit individually or group them into a sequence of three to five digits to speed up the process Please say the number i 123 456 7890 Continue lt Dialing numbert Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Volume adjustment You can adjust the volume for the instructions from the system VERS Turn the button during an instruction to select the desired volume This volume for the instructions is maintained even if th
55. can take several minutes Dialing from phone book 1 Select Phone and press the controller SMS BMW Assist 4 A 7 Aw D J Ou RST Wid Adam Dr Tom Julia Office 2 Select A Z and press the controller An alphabetical listing of all the entries in the phone book appears on the Control Dis play To run a targeted search for an entry select the first letter of the entry and press the controller The first entry that starts with this letter is displayed 3 Select the desired entry TT Phone A Z A Dan JO RST WAZ Dr Tom Julia Office 4 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 5 Select Call and press the controller The system dials the number If different phone numbers are stored in the portable phone under one name e g office and home the name is shown once for each phone number Adding digits to phone numbers You can add other digits to a phone number stored in the phone book e g to call a specific extension 1 Select Phone and press the controller Select A Z and press the controller Select the desired entry e Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 5 Select Add digits and press the controller 6 To add to the phone number select digits individually and press the controller 7 Select Dial number and press the control ler Lists Your phone stores phone numbers you have dialed and calls you have missed I
56. catalytic converter will be permanently damaged 4 Use high quality brands Field experience has indicated significant dif ferences in fuel quality volatility composition additives etc among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada Fuels contain ing up to and including 10 ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2 8 oxygen by weight that is 15 MTBE or 3 methanol plus an equivalent amount of co solvent will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship The use of poor quality fuels may result in drivability starting and stalling problems especially under certain environmental condi tions such as high ambient temperature and high altitude Should you encounter drivability problems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high quality brand Failure to comply with these recommendations may also result in unscheduled maintenance 4 167 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O Wheels and tires Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety It is not merely the tire s service life but also driving comfort and to a great extent driving safety that depend on the condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pres sure Checking tire inflation pressure Only check tire inflation pres
57. changing the menu page 19 changing time and date 78 confirming selection or entry 19 controller 16 display menus 16 language selection 78 menu item selection 19 menu navigation 17 operating elements 16 selecting units of measurement and display format 77 start menu 17 status information 20 symbols 17 Control Display 16 202 Controller refer to Control Center 16 Controls refer to Cockpit 10 Convenience operation convertible top 30 31 glass sunroof 30 31 windows 30 31 Convenience start refer to Starting engine 54 55 Convertible convertible program for automatic climate control 97 opening and closing windows 36 rollover protection system 87 top 39 wind deflector 42 Convertible top care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure convenience operation 31 emergency closing 41 manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction 41 opening and closing 40 Coolant 176 level 176 Cooling maximum 95 Cornering Brake Control CBC 81 Country of destination for navigation 116 Courtesy lighting 93 Cruise control 61 active cruise control 62 Cruising range 74 Cup holders 103 Curb weight refer to Weights 192 Current position 125 Current position displaying 125 entering 120 storing 120 Customer Relations 162 Cylinders refer to Engine data 192
58. desired speed and distance setting Fine adjustment of desired speed In the activated state the desired speed increases by 1 mph 1 km h each time button 4 is pressed briefly Select distance ka O E O You can choose from four distance steps gt Rotary switch downward Increase distance gt Rotary switch upward Decrease distance The selected distance is displayed in the instru ment cluster Distance 1 Distance 2 Distance 3 This distance is always set when the system is used for the first time after starting the engine Distance 4 A Use good judgment to select the appro priate following distance given road con ditions traffic applicable laws and driving rec ommendations for safe following distance 4 65 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Things to know about active cruise control As with conventional cruise control sys tems active cruise control in no way diminishes or substitutes for the driver s own personal responsibility alertness and aware ness in adjusting speed braking or otherwise controlling the vehicle The driver should decide when to use the system on the basis of road traffic visibility and weather conditions Active cruise control is intended for use on highway type roadways where traffic is moving relatively smoothly Do not use this system in city driving heavy traffic such as during rush hour on curvy
59. devices e g portable phones inside the vehicle without a direct connection to an external antenna Otherwise the vehicle electronics and mobile communication device can influence one another In addition there is no assurance that the radiation emitted during transmission will be conveyed out of the vehicle interior lt 4 Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads EN reduce road speed If you do not awedge of water can form between tires and road sur face This phenomenon is referred to as hydro planing and is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface ultimately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle 4 The risk of hydroplaning increases as the tread depth of the tires decreases also refer to Mini mum tire tread on page 171 Driving through water Do not drive through water on the road if it is deeper than 1 ft 30 cm and then only at walking speed at the most Otherwise the vehi cle s engine the electrical systems and the transmission may be damaged 4 Using handbrake on inclines On inclines do not hold the vehicle with the clutch use the handbrake Otherwise greater clutch wear will result lt SMG Sequential manual transmission Start off quickly on slopes Do not hold the vehicle on a hill by applying the throt tle but engage the handbrake instead Other wise overheating can occur in the transmission region lt Brakin
60. failure or malfunction For a system check and to ensure long term functioning you must comply with the mainte nance intervals of the service requirement dis play 4 Head Up Display The concept With the Head Up Display important informa tion is projected into the driver s field of view e g navigation instructions This enables you to take in this information without looking away from the road 88 i BD coy 60 50 gt Switching on off Ignition key in position 2 Press the button to activate or deactivate this system h BLVD Leo ve 60 mt 50 FA 3 2 1 Navigation instructions 2 Display gt Cruise control gt Active cruise control 3 Speed Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Selecting displays Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation Entertainment 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Display settings and press the controller 4 Select Head Up Display selection and press the controller 5 Select desired information of Head Up Dis play lead Up Display selection gt BY Cruise control I Navigation BY Check Control messages 6 Press the controller TY The information appears on the Head Up Display The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Adjusting brightness
61. from locking during braking Safe steering response is maintained even during hard braking This increases active driving safety ABS is operational every time you start the engine For information on safe braking refer to page 109 CBC Cornering Brake Control This system provides further enhancements to vehicle stability and steering response when braking while cornering or when braking during a lane change Electronic brake force distribution This system controls the brake system s appli cation pressure at the rear wheels to ensure stable deceleration DBC Dynamic Brake Control When you apply the brakes rapidly this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost and thus helps to achieve the short est possible braking distance during panic stops This system exploits all of the benefits provided by ABS 81 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Technology for comfort convenience and safety Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the brake application When the brake pedal is released DBC is deactivated DSC Dynamic Stability Control The system prevents slip at the drive wheels when driving off and accelerating DSC also detects unstable driving conditions such as fishtailing or sliding of the front wheels In these cases DSC helps the vehicle safely stay on course within the physical limits by reducing the engine output and through braking acti
62. function passenger side mirror Automatic curb monitor is Activating 1 Slide mirror selector into the driver s side mirror position 2 When you engage reverse gear or selector lever position R the exterior mirror glass on the front passenger side tilts downward slightly This allows the driver to see the area immediately adjacent to the vehicle such as a curb when parking etc Deactivating Slide the mirror selection switch to the passen ger s side position Front head restraints Head restraints reduce the risk of spinal EN injury in the event of an accident Adjust the head restraints so that they are centered roughly at the level of your ears 4 Coupe Adjusting height As O E O gt To raise pull the head restraint upward gt To lower slide the head restraint down ward M To reach the lowest position press the button refer to arrow 1 4 Adjusting tilt angle Swivel the head restraints Removal 1 Pull the head restraint upward to the stop 2 Press the button arrow 1 and remove the head restraint Installation Insert head restraint into the sockets and adjust Convertible Adjusting height gt To raise move the switch upward gt To lower move the switch downward 47 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Adjustments Adjusting tilt angle Swivel the head restraints Entry to the rear Before st
63. in step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer part of the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult the manual for transporting a trailer to determine how this may reduce the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Load f CC FJ S Max Load CN lt Max Load REAR LI lt Max Load tir 6 Max Load The permitted load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo luggage The greater the weight of occupants the less cargo luggage can be transported Stowing cargo iy gt Load heavy cargo as far forward and as low as possible placing it directly behind the bulkhead behind the rear seats gt Cover sharp edges and corners Securing cargo gt Use the luggage net or securing straps to hold down small and lightweight luggage and cargo ie gt Heavy duty cargo straps for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center Four lashing eyes mounted in the luggage compartment are used to secure these heavy duty cargo straps refer to arrows N Q D gt re m gt Please observe the special instructions supplied with the heavy duty cargo straps Always position and secure the load as described above otherwise it may present a danger to passengers during braking or evasive maneuvers Never exceed either the appr
64. is initiated automatically immediately after a severe accident An automatic emergency call is not affected by the emergency call button being pressed For technical reasons the emergency call cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions lt 185 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O istance iving and receiving ass G Warning triangle The warning triangle can be found in the lug gage compartment on the left side Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a hazard warning triangle in the vehicle 4 First aid kit The first aid kit is located in the filler element of the rear seat backrest 1 Press the button downward and pull the filler element forward 2 Take out first aid kit 186 To refit the filler element insert the two bottom tabs into the strip and press the filler element back into place Make sure that you do not damage the rear seat upholstery 4 Some of the articles contained in the first aid kit have a limited service life For this reason check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly and replace any whose expi ration dates have passed You can find replace ments in any pharmacy Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a first aid kit in the vehicle lt Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group offers you breakdown assistance around the clock including on week
65. is stored RDS Radio Data System RDS transmits additional information in the FM frequency range RDS stations have the follow ing properties gt Inthe case of broadcasting networks that transmit over a number of frequencies there is an automatic switch to the fre quency with the best reception quality gt Ifthe reception conditions are good the station names are shown on the Control Display If the reception is weak or dis rupted it can take some time before the station names appear Weather Band Weather Radio is a service of the National Oce anic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA of the U S Department of Commerce Weather messages are repeated every four to six min utes and are routinely revised every one to three hours or more frequently if needed Most of the stations operate 24 hours daily During severe weather National Weather Service forecasters can interrupt the routine weather broadcasts and substitute special warning messages If you have a question concerning NOAA Weather Radio please contact your nearest National Weather Service Office or write to National Weather Service Attn W OM11 National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration 1325 East West Highway Silver Spring MD 20910 Selecting Weather Band Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select WB and press the controller 2 Select the Weather Band station and press the controller ad
66. la y Select Start guidance and press the con troller 4 Navigation i Add to lee Gack Information on destination Delete entry Delete list Ai row display C The destination guidance is switched off When you park the vehicle before reaching the entered destination upon restarting you will see the question Continue guidance to desti nation The destination guidance starts automatically after a short time To start destination guidance immediately Select Yes and press the controller You can also display your current position with the destination guidance switched off Control Center for principle details refer to page Select Navigation and press the control ler Select Current position and press the controller 4 Navigation New destination te SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY W Route preference dravel Arrow display 38 6 00 67 og 00 1122 ft Longitude Latitude N Altitude If the navigation system is unable to identify a town or city your current map coordinates will appear To exit from the menu d Select the arrow and press the controller You can also have the current position dis played on a map refer to page 125 ion guidance Destinat Destination guidance through voice instructions Switching voice instructions on off Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open start menu 2 Pr
67. manner by pulling the switch gt Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point All windows open automatically Briefly press the switch again to stop the open ing movement Briefly press button 1 again to deactivate the function The LEDs go out Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Rear window Ignition key in position 1 or greater refer to page 54 1 Briefly press button 1 The LEDs in button 1 and switch 2 light up 2 Press switch 2 gt Up to the resistance point The rear window continues to open for as long as you hold the switch You can close the rear window in the same manner by pulling the switch gt Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point The rear window opens automatically Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement Briefly press button 1 again to deactivate the function The LEDs go out gt The rear window opens and closes auto matically when you open or close the con vertible top lt After switching off ignition You can still operate the windows gt for approx 15 minutes when the ignition key is in position 1 gt forapprox 1 minute when the ignition key is in position 0 or has been removed but in the convertible only for as long as a door has not been opened For information on using the convenience oper ation mode at the door lock or with the remote control refer to page 30 or 31 An
68. manual transmission 57 Short commands of the voice command system 196 Shortest route for navigation 122 Short route for navigation 122 Show current position 118 Show destination position 118 Side airbags 86 Side marker lamps replacing bulbs 182 Side turn signals replacing bulbs 182 Sill panel lighting 93 Sitting safely 44 with airbags 44 with safety belts 44 Ski bag 104 Sliding tilt sunroof refer to Glass sunroof electric with raise function 37 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG SMG Sequential manual transmission 56 acceleration assistant 59 breaking in 108 convenience start 55 Dynamic Driving Control 59 gear display 57 kick down 57 shiftlock 57 towing 188 tow starting 189 SMS 155 Snow chains 173 Socket 103 for Onboard Diagnostics interface 179 in front passenger footwell 104 SOS refer to Initiating emergency call 185 Sound output for Enter tainment on off 133 Spare fuses 184 Spare key 28 Special oils refer to Specified engine oils 176 Specified engine oils 176 Speed dependent volume 134 Speed limit 76 Speed limit warning refer to Speed limit 76 Speedometer 12 Speed volume refer to Tone control 134 Speed with winter tires 173 Sport program automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 refer to Dynamic Driving Control 59 Stability control refer to Driving stabili
69. multiple of 5 mph 10 km h displayed and stored Each time the lever is pulled back again the desired speed is decreased by another 5 mph 10 km h until the minimum speed of 20 mph 30 km h is reached The speed then displayed is stored and achieved provided that the road is clear Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Deactivate system Press the lever up or down while the system is active 3 The displays in the instrument cluster disappear You can use the system again as required In addition the system is deactivated automati cally gt When you apply pressure to the brake pedal gt When you select the automatic transmis sion s SMG neutral position N gt When the manual transmission is in neutral gt When you deactivate the DSC Dynamic Stability Control gt When you actuate the parking brake during driving gt When the system reduces the speed to below 20 mph 30 km h due to a traffic situ ation A The system deactivates automatically when the speed is set to below 20 mph 30 km h An acoustic signal sounds and a mes sage appears on the Control Display The active intervention of the driver is required 4 When you switch off the ignition the stored desired speed is deleted Resume to stored desired speed and distance setting Press button 4 when the system is deactivated The displays appear in the instrument cluster The system is reactivated and uses the last stored
70. nance and repair methods Therefore have cor responding work on your BMW carried out only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with cor respondingly trained personnel If work is car ried out improperly there is a danger of conse quential damage and the related safety risks 4 California Proposition 65 Warning California law requires us to issue the following warning Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts including components found in the interior fur nishings in a vehicle contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Battery posts terminals and related accesso ries contain lead and lead compounds Wash your hands after handling Used engine oil contains chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory animals Always protect your skin by washing thoroughly with soap and water lt Parts and accessories For your own safety use genuine parts EN and accessories approved by BMW When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance whe
71. number Select the individual digits and press the controller To delete entered digits or letters Move the controller to the right to select 4 and press the controller To delete all numbers or letters entered Move the controller to the right to select and press the controller holding it down 3 Select the house number and press the controller Only house numbers stored for the street on the navigation DVD can be entered Starting destination guidance with manual destination entry Enter address BEVERLY HILLS CA REXFORD DRIVE 455 Add to destination list Select Start guidance and press the control ler Destination guidance starts immediately If destination guidance is not to be started immediately Select Add to destination list and press the controller The destination is saved in the destination list refer to page 119 Selecting destination using map If you only know the street or position of the destination town city then you can enter the destination using amap You can use the cursor to limit the destination in the map and then apply it into the destination guidance Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select New destination and press the controller 8 Navigation gt a a Wa Y i d 14 I ai SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WY Route preference Arrow d
72. page 79 gt Displaying optical warning for the PDC Park Distance Control refer to page 80 gt Selection and brightness of the display for the Head Up Display refer to page 89 gt Air distribution temperature and intensity for the automatic climate control refer to page 96 gt Setting the language information for the destination guidance of the navigation sys tem refer to page 126 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG The following settings mentioned last are also called up during unlocking gt Driver s seat exterior mirror and steering wheel position refer to page 46 gt The volume and tone settings for audio and video sources refer to page 133 gt The volume setting for the telephone refer to page 151 gt The display of the stored stations for the radio refer to page 138 Central locking system The concept The central locking system is ready for opera tion whenever the driver s door is closed This simultaneously engages and releases the locks on the following gt Doors gt Compartment in the front center console gt Luggage compartment lid gt Fuel filler door The central locking system can be operated from the outside gt via the remote control gt via the door lock and from inside via the button for the central locking system If operated from the inside the fuel filler door and the compartment in the front center con sole are
73. passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehi cle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either sep arately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 4 RSC run flat tires You will recognize run flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire refer to page 172 M S Winter and all season tires These have better winter properties than sum mer tires Tire condition Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear signs of damage and foreign objects lodged in the tread and check the tread depth Minimum tread depth The tread depth should not drop below 0 12 in 3 mm although for example European legisla tion only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0 063 in 1 6 mm At tread depths below 0 12 in 3 mm there is an increased risk of high speed hydroplaning even when only small amounts of water are present on the road surface Winter tires noticeably loose their suitability for winter use below a tread depth of 0 16 in 4 mm New tires should be mounted in the interest of safety Wear indicators at the tread groove base refer to arrow are distributed over the tire s circum f
74. refer to page 58 This strategy helps you avoid placing excessive loads on the brake system Never drive with the clutch pressed or allow the vehicle to coast with the transmission in Neutral or with the engine switched off there is no engine braking when the transmission is in Neutral and no power assist for brakes and steering when the engine IS not running 109 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG N Q D gt re m Things to remember when driving Never allow floor mats carpets or any other objects to protrude into the area around the accelerator and brake pedals and obstruct their movement 4 Corrosion on brake rotors When the vehicle is driven only occasionally during extended periods when the vehicle is not used at all and in operating conditions where brake applications are less frequent there is an increased tendency for corrosion to form on rotors while contaminants accumulate on the brake pads This occurs because the minimum pressure which must be exerted by the pads during brake applications to clean the rotors is not reached Should corrosion form on the brake rotors the brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating effect that even extended application will fail to cure When the vehicle is parked Condensation forms in the automatic air condi tioner system during operation and then exits under the vehicle Traces of condensed water under the vehicle ar
75. remote control refer to page 30 or 31 Anti trapping mechanism If the glass sunroof encounters resistance when closing the closing action Is interrupted and the glass sunroof opens If the sliding panel encounters resistance when closing within the last approx 8 in 20 cm the closing action is interrupted and the sliding panel opens again slightly Despite the anti trapping mechanism you should inspect the sunroof s travel range prior to closing it as the safety feature might fail to detect certain kinds of obstruc tions such as very thin objects and the sunroof would continue closing Pressing the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it deactivates the anti trap ping mechanism 4 Following interruptions in electrical power supply After an interruption in the power supply the glass sunroof may not move The system has to be initialized Should this occur please have the sunroof initialized at your BMW center Moving manually Inthe event of an electrical malfunction you can move the panorama glass sunroof and the slid ing panel manually Glass sunroof 1 Remove cover on headliner in front of rear window To do so lift slightly arrows 1 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Grasp behind the cover arrows 2 and pull firmly downward 2 Insert Allen wrench from on board tool kit refer to page 180 into the opening pro vided 3 Use the Allen wrench to move th
76. sources refer to Operation using Control Center 132 Selecting distance for the active cruise control 65 Selecting frequency manually 137 Selecting menu 19 Selecting new scale for navigation system display 127 Selecting route 122 Selection options with navigation system 122 Selector lever automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 manual transmission 56 SMG Sequential manual transmission 56 Selector lever interlock refer to Shiftlock automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 Sequential manual trans mission SMG 56 Service 70 160 Service refer to Roadside Assistance 186 Service and Warranty Infor mation Booklet for US models 178 Service interval display refer to Service requirements 70 Service notification 161 Service Request 162 Service requirements 70 160 Service requirements 70 also refer to CBS Condition Based Service 178 Service Status 160 Set date 79 Set in audio mode 133 Set service date 71 Set time 78 Setting road speed limit 76 Settings changing on Control Display 77 configuring refer to Key Memory 28 Setting time refer to Prese lecting activation time 98 Set tire pressure 84 Shifting automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 Shifting paddles 57 Shiftlock automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 SMG Sequential
77. system Child seat security All of the rear belt retractors and the front pas senger s safety belt can be locked for mounting and securing child restraint systems Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Information regarding this is located near the buckle latch of each safety belt To lock safety belt Pull the entire length of the belt from the belt retractor Allow the reel to retract the belt somewhat and engage the buckle then tighten the belt against the child restraint system The retraction mechanism is now locked To unlock safety belt Release the buckle remove the child restraint system and allow the belt retractor to reel the belt completely in Coupe child restraint system with tether strap i If you use a child restraint system with a tether strap two additional tether anchorage points have been provided refer to the arrows in the illustration Depending on the location selected for sitting in the rear passenger area attach the tether strap to the corresponding anchorage point to secure the child restraint system as shown in the illustration below forward driving direction child restraint anchor fitting Each sitting position is fitted with a head restraint The head restraint must be adjusted into the lowest possible position Pass the tether strap over the head restraint gt Adjust the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer s ins
78. table are indicated in psi Pressure specifications in psi kPa mo hf RARE kilopascal with cold tires pe E ce ai cold ambient temperature z Q Q 245 50 R 17 99 H M S 245 45 R 18 96 V M S 29 200 32 220 33 230 39 270 245 45 R 18 96 V M S all season Front 245 45 R 18 96 W 29 200 33 230 Rear 275 40 R 18 99 W 32 220 39 270 Front 245 40 R 19 94 W 29 200 33 230 Rear 275 35 R 19 96 W 32 220 39 270 Front 245 35 R 20 91 Y 29 200 33 230 Rear 275 30 R 20 93 Y 32 220 39 270 More details on the permitted load and weights can be found on page 192 645Ci Convertible Tire size All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi max Pressure specifications in psi kPa RRO kilopascal with cold tires ee ee EE a ee ambient temperature O 245 50 R 17 99 H M S 245 45 R 18 96 V M S 32 220 38 260 39 270 46 320 245 45 R 18 96 V M S all season Front 245 45 R 18 96 W 32 220 39 270 Rear 275 40 R 18 99 W 38 260 46 320 Front 245 40 R 19 94 W 32 220 39 270 Rear 275 35 R 19 96 W 38 260 46 320 Front 245 35 R 20 91 Y 32 220 39 270 Rear 275 30 R 20 93 Y 38 260 46 320 More details on the permissible load and weights can be found on page 192 169 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O Wheels and tires Tire identificat
79. the lever in the desired direction 3 past the resistance point gt The roadside parking lamps drain the bat tery Avoid using for longer periods as otherwise it may not be possible to start the engine lt Fog lamps The parking lamps or low beams must D be switched on for the fog lamps to a operate The green indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up when the fog lamps are switched on Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG The fog lamps are switched off whenever the high beams are switched on tr If the automatic headlamp control is acti vated the low beams will come on auto matically when you switch on the fog lamps lt 4 Instrument lighting The lighting intensity can be adjusted with the serrated dial Interior lamps OE Control of the interior lamps footwell lamps door entry lighting courtesy lamps and sill panel lighting is automatic Switching the interior lamps on and off manually Press button 1 If you want the interior lamps to remain off con tinuously maintain pressure on the button for approx 3 seconds To revert to normal operation briefly press the button Reading lamps The reading lamps are beside the interior lamp You can turn them on and off using the buttons 2 located next to the lamps gt To avoid draining the battery all of the vehicle s interior lamps are automatically switched off approx 15 minutes a
80. the written consent of BMW AG Munich Order No 01 41 0 158 445 US English VIII 04 04 09 500 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper bleached without chlorine suitable for recycling Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Contents The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index refer to page 199 Using this Owner s Manual 4 Notes Reporting safety defects 7 At a glance 10 Cockpit 16 Control Center 22 Voice command system Controls 28 Opening and closing 44 Adjustments 52 Transporting children safely 54 Driving 69 Everything under control 80 Technology for comfort convenience and safety 91 Lamps 94 A congenial climate 100 Practical interior accessories Driving tips 108 Things to remember when driving Navigation 114 Starting navigation system 115 Destination entry 124 Destination guidance 129 Whattodoif Entertainment 132 On off and tone 136 Radio 143 CD player and CD changer Communications 150 Telephoning 159 TeleService BMW Assist Mobility 166 Refueling 168 Wheels and tires 174 Under the hood 178 Maintenance 180 Replacing components 185 Giving and receiving assistance Reference 192 Technical data 196 Short commands of the voice command system 199 Everything from A to Z Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Notes Notes Using this Owner s Manual We have made every effor
81. to the rollover bar integrated into the windshield frame the rollover protec tion system ensures that all vehicle occupants have the necessary headroom Always keep the path of movement of the rollover protection system clear In less severe accidents you are protected by the fastened safety belt and depending on the severity of the accident the belt tensioner and the multistage airbag restraint system 4 Lowering If the protection function was not required after automatic activation the rollover protection system can be lowered again No tools are nec essary for this purpose 1 Press the release backward and hold in that position 9 87 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ka O E O Technology for comfort convenience and safety 2 Press the rollover protection unit halfway down from above 3 Let go ofthe release 4 Press the rollover protection unit down until it snaps into place 5 Use the same procedure for the second roll over protection unit Have the rollover protection system checked after unexpected triggering Never move the convertible top when the rollover protection system is raised No changes of any nature may be made to the individual components of the rollover protec tion system and wiring Work on the rollover protection system may only be performed at a BMW center Unprofes sional attempts to service the system can lead to
82. to your destination If necessary hold it against a slight resistance to enter a greater difference 6 Press the controller to apply the setting The distance is automatically predetermined during the destination guidance of the naviga tion system Display options You can display the computer or the trip com puter in the assistance window Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 15 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Everything under control 1 Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the con troller Man facing north Mau dix of Grow 2 Select a menuitem gt Onboard info gt Trip computer 3 Press the controller NO Nangaton an Co oia Hew destination MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WA AIO Greer fiat Sai he Curation ANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST w 370 Route preferences Arrow dhipiny Speed limit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message indicates when you have reached this speed This enables you for example to receive warnings if you exceed a speed limit in an urban area You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if your vehicle has fallen at least 3 mph 5 km h below it in the meantime Entering changing Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Navigation On vehicles without navigation system Open Car Data 2 Select Car Data and
83. voice commands bear the following in mind gt Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses gt Keep the doors windows and glass sunroof closed to prevent interference from ambi ent noise gt Avoid other sources of noise in the vehicle while speaking and ask other vehicle occu pants to refrain from talking while you are using the system Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG TeleService BMW Assist TeleService TeleService supports you in communicating with your BMW center The installed car phone can be used to transmit data on the service sta tus of your vehicle or on legally mandated inspections directly to your BMW center These are the same data which are stored in the mas ter key for CBS Condition Based Service Your BMW center can then contact you and you can make an appointment that suits you while you are still on the road Your advantage Is that your BMW center can prepare in advance for the required maintenance work The TeleService functions are country specific and depend on the contract the data on the service status of your vehicle or on legally mandated inspections is transmitted on a country specific basis either automatically before they fall due or simulta neously when you call your BMW center Your BMW center will be glad to provide more detailed information BMW Assist With BMW Assist other services are available to
84. you in addition TeleService e g the your vehicle s position data can be transmitted to the BMW Assist response center when an emer gency call has been initiated Many functions of BMW Assist depend on the individually agreed contract The data transmis sion e g of CBS Condition Based Service is different in individual countries The subscriber agreement must be completed successfully before using the BMW Assist ser vices Requirements The installed car phone is logged on to a porta ble telephone network This network must be capable of transmitting the services To transmit position data the vehicle must be able to determine the current position This is displayed on the Control Display In order to enable and update TeleService or BMW Assist a GPS signal must be present Enabling TeleService or BMW Assist For you to be able to use the services of TeleService or BMW Assist these must be enabled Leave the ignition key in position 1 during the entire operation Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication t yeyr gt Navigation 2 Press controller to open the j menu 3 Select Communication settings and press the controller 4 Select BMW Service settings and press the controller m S 2 p e 8 4 Service Status Enable services Currently no services enabled 159 O
85. your vehicle Should the day come when you decide to sell your BMW you will find that a complete dealer service history is an asset of inestimable value CBS Condition Based Service Sensors and special algorithms take the differ ent driving conditions of your BMW into account Condition Based Service uses this to determine the current and future service requirements By letting you define a service and maintenance regimen that reflects your own individual requirements the system builds the basis for trouble free driving You can set the Control Display to show remaining times or distances of selected main tenance intervals and legally mandated dead lines refer to page 70 gt Engine oil gt Brakes front and rear separately gt Microfilter activated charcoal filter gt Brake fluid 178 gt Spark plugs gt Vehicle check gt Legally required tests depending on local regulations Your vehicle stores this information continu ously in the master key while the vehicle is being driven After accessing the data stored in the master key your BMW Service Advisor can suggest precisely the right array of service pro cedures for your own individual vehicle You should therefore give your BMW Service Advi sor the key you last used to drive when you take your vehicle in for service A Make sure the date in the Control Center is always set correctly refer to page 78 as otherwise the effectiveness of CBS Condi t
86. 04 BMW AG At a glance le O t O O Driving tips AEM EL COLA Communications Entertainment Mobility oO eb tes eb Gen 63 x Technology for comfort convenience and safety Technology for comfort convenience and safety PDC Park Distance Control The concept The PDC assists you when you are parking Audible signals and an optical display indicate that you are approaching an object in front of or behind your vehicle To measure the distance there are four ultrasonic sensors in each bumper The sensors at the front and at the two rear corners have a range of approx 24 in 60 cm the rear middle sensors have approx 5 ft 1 50 m PDC is a parking aid that can indicate objects when they are approached slowly as is usually the case when parking Avoid approaching an object at high speed as otherwise the physical circumstances would mean that the system warning was too late 4 Automatic mode In ignition key position 2 the system automati cally assumes operational status after approx 1 second each time you shift into reverse or move the selector lever to position R Wait this short period before driving The sys tem switches off when you disengage the reverse gear Manual mode Press the button the LED lights up 80 Deactivating manual mode Press the button again the LED goes out The system is automatically deactivated once the vehicle tr
87. 109 Driving tips refer to Driving notes 108 Drying the air refer to Cooling function 95 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 82 indicator lamp 13 83 malfunction 83 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 82 activating 82 indicator lamp 13 82 DVD for navigation 114 Dynamic Brake Control DBC 81 Dynamic Driving Control 59 Dynamic route for navigation 122 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 82 indicator lamp 13 83 Dynamic Traction Control DTC 82 indicator lamp 13 E Easy entry refer to Entry to the rear 48 Easy entry exit 50 EBV refer to Electronic brake force distribution 81 Edit address for navigation 121 Eject button refer to Buttons on CD player 132 Electrical malfunction convertible top 41 door lock 31 driver s door 31 fuel filler door 166 glass sunroof 38 luggage compartment lid 33 storage compartment hotel function 32 Electric steering wheel adjustment 50 Electronic brake force distribution 81 Emergency Assistance refer to Roadside Assistance 186 Emergency call 185 203 Y Y i V e V Everything from A to Z Emergency operation refer to Manual operation convertible top 41 door lock 31 driver s door 31 fuel filler door 166 glass sunroof 38 luggage compartment lid 32 33 Emergency release 33 Emergency services refer to Roadside Assistance 186 Emission inspect 71 Enab
88. 14 gt Inthe Convertible on the steering column Precondition In the Control Center set the language that applies for the voice command system in order to enable identification of the spoken com mands For information on setting the language of the Control Center refer to page 78 Symbol in the Owner s Manual nf Say the specified commands word for word Indicates the responses of the voice command system Voice commands Activating voice command system 1 Press the EF button on the steering wheel or on the center console yp i Te E ke This symbol on the Control Display and an acoustic signal indicate that the voice command system can respond to com mands 2 Say the command Text or numbers that the voice command system has registered will appear on the Control Display Entertainment 22 W Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG g This symbol appears on the Control Display when you can input additional voice com mands If no further voice commands are possible operate the equipment using the Control Cen ter Terminating or canceling voice command system Press the EF button on the steering wheel or on the center console or we Cancel Voice commands Having the possible voice commands read aloud You can have the system read aloud the possi ble voice commands related to the selected menu item on the Control Dis
89. 4 BMW AG Symbols 5 Select Emission inspect or State s I I No service is currently required inspection and press the controller OK a e Service requirements t A The deadline for service or an official inspection is approaching Please Status arrange a service appointment soon IA Spark plugs The service deadline has already passed EM Coolant DA Brake fluid You can request more detailed information on every entry A O E O O DE State inspection 6 Select Set service date and press the controller The month is highlighted Do 8 Rear brake pads 7 Turn the controller to make the adjustment Service overdue E Have rear brake pads replaced by your BMW center have brake discs checked gt 3 2008 Service Select the entry and press the controller Next emission inspection To exit from the menu Set service date 1 Select the arrow and press the controller Entering dates for state emission and 8 Press the controller to apply the setting vehicle inspections The year is highlighted Make sure the date in the Control Center is 9 Turn the controller to make the adjustment always set correctly refer to page 78 as other 10 Press the controller to apply the setting wise the effectiveness of CBS Condition Based The date entry is stored Service is not ensured To exit from the menu Control Center for principle details refer to 4 4 Select the arrow and pre
90. ADMIRALTY W _ Current position b Displaying route map You can have your current position displayed on a map After starting the destination guidance the planned route is shown on the map 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select Map facing north or Map direc tion of travel M Navigation New destination e SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY W Route preference Map direction of I k 3 Press the controller At scales of less than 300 miles 500 km you enjoy the option of deciding whether to orient the map to north or toward your current direc tion of travel At scales of greater than 300 miles 500 km the map always points toward north Changing scale Turn the controller to change the scale Displaying towns cities and streets of route You can have the names of the streets and towns cities on your route displayed whenever the destination guidance is active The distances remaining to be traveled on each individual road and directional arrows are also displayed Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select Route list and press the controller N Navigation New destination SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WA Route preference New rc Arrow display To exit from the menu d Select the arrow and press the controller 127
91. Airbags 86 deactivating Coupe 52 sitting safely 44 warning lamp 87 Air distribution automatic 95 manual 96 Airing refer to Ventilation 97 Air recirculation refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 95 Air recirculation on off 51 Air vents refer to Ventilation 94 Air volume 95 AKI refer to Fuel specifications 167 Alarm system 34 avoiding unintentional alarms 35 interior motion sensor 35 switching off alarm 34 switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor 35 tilt alarm sensor 35 All around the center console 14 All around the steering wheel 10 All channels 141 All doors 29 All season tires refer to Winter tires 172 AM reception range 133 136 Antenna for portable phone 150 Antifreeze coolant 176 washer fluid 61 Antilock Brake System ABS 81 indicator lamp 83 Anti theft alarm system refer to Alarm system 34 Anti theft system 29 Anti trapping mechanism glass sunroof 38 power windows 37 Approved axle loads refer to Weights 192 Approved gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 192 Armrest refer to Center armrest 102 Arrival time refer to Computer 75 refer to Starting destination guidance 124 Arrow display during Navigation 127 Ashtray 103 Assist refer to BMW Assist 159 Assistance systems refer to Driving stability control systems 81 Assistance window 20 Assist
92. Completely open the side windows and the rear window If the rear window cannot be opened using the switch it must be lowered manually Opening rear window manually 1 Lever out the cover between the rear head restraints To do so place the screwdriver as close as possible to the lock elements as shown in the illustration Insert the Allen wrench as far as possible in the opening and turn firmly in the direction indicated by the arrow until the rear window is completely open Closing Perform the following work steps with the assistance of a second person and with the doors open to prevent injury and damage to the convertible top 4 1 Push the cover 1 on the left and right of the side panel forward Reach into the resulting openings and raise the convertible top compartment lid 2 as far as it will go 41 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG As O E O Opening and closing Grasp the top with both hands atthe leftand 6 From the interior take out the cover in the right side frame arrow 3 center of the front top frame use a screw Lifting the convertible top at parts driver if necessary other than the side frame can damage 7 Insert the Allen wrench into the opening It provided Both persons lift on both sides simulta 8 From the outside both persons pull the neously and swing the top forward In doing front frame of the convertible top down so k
93. EN a speed of 50 mph 80 km h In the event of pressure loss vehicle handling changes This includes reduced tracking stability in braking extended braking dis tance and altered natural steering charac teristics If unusual vibrations occur while the vehicle is being driven this can indicate final failure of the damaged tire Reduce speed and stop as soon as possible Do not continue driving Contact your BMW center 4 Malfunction Tr The warning lamp lights up in yellow A message appears on the Control Dis play The Flat Tire Monitor has a mal function or has failed Have the system checked as soon as possible Active steering The concept The active steering is a system that actively var ies the steering angle of the front wheels in rela tion to the steering wheel movements At low speed e g in a town or when parking the steering angle of the wheels is reinforced i e the steering becomes very direct In the higher speed range on the other hand the steering angle is reduced more and more This improves the handling capability of your BMW over the entire speed range In critical situations the system can make tar geted corrections to the steering angle pro vided by the driver and thus stabilize the vehicle before the driver intervenes This stability pro moting intervention is deactivated when DSC is switched off refer to page 82 Malfunction la The warning lamp lights up The active Ce stee
94. Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Pressure monitoring of tires refer to Flat Tire Monitor 84 Programmable buttons on steering wheel 51 Protective function refer to Anti trapping mechanism glass sunroof 38 windows 37 R Radio Autostore 138 controls 132 playing stations 137 satellite radio 140 selecting frequency manually 137 selecting waveband 132 136 station search 137 station selection 136 station with best reception 138 storing stations 138 switching on off 132 tone control 133 volume 133 Weather Band 139 Radio control key refer to Master key with remote control 28 Rain sensor of the windshield washer system 61 Random random play sequence 145 Random play sequence CD changer 145 CD player 145 Reading lamps 93 Rear lamps refer to Tail lamps 182 Rearview mirror 49 Rear window defroster 94 Received calls 154 Receiving level of portable phone refer to Status information 20 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Reception quality 139 radio stations 139 regional station 138 Rechargeable flashlight 101 Recirculated air mode refer to AUC Automatic recircu lated air control 95 Recirculation of air refer to AUC Automatic recircu lated air control 95 Reclining seat refer to Backrest 45 Recording times refer to Stopwatch 77 Redial for porta
95. For rapid acceleration e g passing press the accelerator pedal as far down as it will go you achieve maximum acceleration To switch back to the Sequential mode press selector lever to the right again toward D or shift using the shifting paddles or the selector lever Start off quickly on slopes Do not hold the vehicle on a hill by applying the throt tle but engage the handbrake instead Other wise overheating can occur in the transmission region 4 Gear changes As O E O Using selector lever gt To upshift pull the selector lever back gt To downshift push the selector lever for ward Using shift paddles on steering wheel B Wz KI gt To shift up pull one of the shift paddles gt To shift down press In the following situations the SMG in the Sequential mode assists you gt Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combina tion of engine and vehicle speed thus for example a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system gt When the vehicle is stationary the trans mission automatically downshifts into first gear gt Shortly before dropping below a gear dependent minimum speed the transmis sion downshifts automatically even without your intervention 57 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG iving Dr Automatic transmission with Steptronic
96. Move the lever beyond the resistance point To switch off manually press the lever to the resistance point gt Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator D lamp indicates the failure of a turn signal lamp lt 4 Brief signaling Press the lever to the resistance point and hold it there as long as you wish to signal Triple turn signal activation Press the lever to the resistance point the turn signals flash three times You can activate or deactivate this function Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 60 3 Select Light and press the controller a poc Doar locks Pathway lighting 605 GY Triple turn signal activation 4 Select Triple turn signal activation and press the controller LY Triple turn signal is activated Wiper system Switching on wipers Switching off wipers or brief wipe Activating deactivating rain sensor Cleaning windshield and headlamps a fF N Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Switching on wipers The lever automatically returns to its initial posi tion when released Standard wiper speed Press once The system reverts to operation in the intermit tent mode whenever the vehicle is stationary Fast wipe Briefly press twice or press beyond the resis tance point Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG The system reverts t
97. The current selector lever position is displayed on the center console gt R Reverse gear gt N Neutral idle gt One touch functions for Sequential mode manual upshifting manual downshifting gt D Drive mode gt The transmission automatically shifts into N ifthe driver s door is opened with the engine running and neither the pedals the shift paddles nor the selector lever are operated This is indicated by an acoustic signal and the flashing display N in the instrument cluster 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Gear display RN1to6 The currently engaged gear is displayed pre ceded by a D in Drive mode Shiftlock Press the brake pedal before shifting out of N the shift command will not be executed unless the brake is applied R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is stationary Sequential mode After every engine start as soon as the selector lever is pushed to the right and the brake pedal is pressed the Sequential mode is activated You can shift up and down using the shifting paddles or the selector lever You do not need to remove your foot from the accelerator to do SO It is also possible to start off in second gear e g in slippery conditions D Drive mode In the Drive mode all forward gears are shifted automatically To switch from Sequential to Drive mode Briefly press the selector lever to the right toward D Kick down
98. We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly Your BMW is covered by the following warran ties gt New Vehicle Limited Warranty Rust Perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty Federal Emissions Performance Warranty VV VV California Emission Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information about these warranties is listed in the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Reporting safety defects The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying BMW of North America LLC P O Box 1227 Westwood New Jersey 07675 1227 Telephone 800 831 1117 If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or BMW of North America LLC To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other in
99. You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the Caring for your vehi cle brochure Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ooue 6 e y S 011U09 sd Bulang uoijeBiAenN juswuie 13 u7 suone9Iunwuo AIO GELTED ET EDS 147 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG am ES i Online Edition for Part No 01 AMOR AG Telephoning Telephoning Safety notes For your own safety Your car phone makes life more convenient in many ways and can even save lives in an emer gency While you should consult your portable phone s separate Owner s Manual for a detailed description of safety precautions and informa tion we request that you direct your particular attention to the following Adjustments To avoid posing a danger to yourself and other road users never adjust the system settings unless your vehicle is stationary lt Using the phone in your vehicle Using a portable phone while driving is already illegal in many states and cities Always use your hands free system or stop your vehicle in an area where you will not pose a safety hazard to other road users lt Vehicles and portable phones Do not use your phone within a garage or near an open hood The air in these areas could contain fuel vapors and the portable phone might generate sparks that could result in burns This same precaution applies to open luggage compartment li
100. air loss 85 breaking in 108 changing 172 condition 171 damage 171 flat tire 85 inflation pressure 168 new wheels and tires 172 pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 84 replacing 172 retreaded tires 172 run flat tires 172 size 169 tread 171 wear indicators 171 wheel tire combination 172 winter tires 172 212 Tone 134 Tone in audio mode adjusting 133 middle setting 135 Tools refer to Onboard tool kit 180 Top 8 for portable phone 154 Torque refer to Engine specifications 192 Touch tone dialing 155 Tow fitting 188 Towing 188 tow fitting 188 Town City for destination entry 116 Tow starting 189 Tracks random play sequence 145 sample Scan 145 Track width refer to Dimensions 193 Traction control refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 82 Traffic congestion refer to Bypassing route sections 128 Transmission automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 manual transmission 56 SMG Sequential manual transmission 56 Transporting children safely 52 Transport securing device refer to Securing load 111 Tread depth refer to Minimum tread depth 171 Treble refer to Tone control 134 Trip computer 75 Trip computer 75 Trip distance counter refer to Trip odometer 69 Triple turn signal activation 60 Trip odometer 69 Trunk refer to Luggage compartment 34 Trunk li
101. al operating conditions fuel con sumption is lowest when driving in position D Kick down The kick down mode provides maximum accel eration Press the accelerator pedal beyond the full throttle resistance point M S manual operation and Sport program Move the selector lever from position D to the left into shifting slot M S The sport program is activated and DS appears in the instrument cluster This position is Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG recommended for a performance oriented driv ing style It is engaged automatically when the Dynamic Driving Control is activated see below When the selector lever is briefly moved for ward or back the manual mode is activated and the Steptronic shifts gear The instrument clus ter shows M1 through M6 Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed thus for example a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system The selected gear appears briefly in the instrument cluster followed by the current gear To use the automatic function again move the selector lever to the right into position D Dynamic Driving Control The Dynamic Driving Control makes it possible for your BMW to react in an even more perfor mance oriented manner at the push of a button gt The engine responds more spontaneously to accelerator peda
102. al or replacement keys are avail able at your BMW center Key Memory How the system functions Doubtless you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle s various adjustment settings to meet your own personal requirements BMW has designed several freely selectable options into the vehicle during its development You can set these as desired via the Control Center 28 You can have up to four different basic settings adjusted for four different persons for the spe cific keys The only requirement is that each person uses his or her own master key with remote control When your vehicle is unlocked with the remote control the vehicle recognizes the individual key by means of a data exchange and makes adjustments accordingly Scope of Key Memory gt When unlocking with the remote control either unlock only the driver s door or the entire vehicle refer to page 29 gt Locking the vehicle after a short time or after starting to drive refer to page 31 gt Assigning the programmable function but tons on the steering wheel refer to page 51 gt Settings for the display on the Control Dis play gt Brightness of the Control Display refer to page 77 gt Units of measure for consumption route distances temperature and pres sure refer to page 77 gt Language on the Control Display refer to page 78 gt 12h 24h clock mode refer to page 78 gt Date format refer to
103. and in crosswinds If a message stating that you should stop appears on the Control Display stop and switch off the engine as soon as possible In this case the oil level in the reservoir may have dropped below the minimum possibly owing to a leak in the hydraulic system Do not continue driving Contact your BMW center lt 4 83 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ka O E O Technology for comfort convenience and safety Flat Tire Monitor The concept The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the infla tion pressures in the four tires as you drive The system provides an alert whenever the inflation pressure drops significantly in relation to the pressure in another tire When a loss of pressure occurs the rolling radius changes and with it the rotational speed of the wheels This change is detected and sig naled as a flat tire Functional requirement To ensure the reliable signaling of a flat tire the system must be initialized at the correct tire inflation pressure gt The initialization must be repeated after every correction of the tire inflation pres sure and after every tire or wheel change lt 4 System limits The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate EN sudden severe tire damage caused by outside factors and does not detect a natural even pressure drop in all four tires lt In the following situations the system could be delayed or malfunction
104. are driving with snow chains it can be beneficial to switch off DTC briefly refer to page 82 4 gt O 173 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Under the hood Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or EN repair operations on your vehicle without the required professional technical training If you are unfamiliar with the specifications to be observed only have work carried out on your vehicle by a BMW center or a workshop which works with personnel trained in accordance with BMW specifications Otherwise there is a danger of damage and associated safety risks if this work is performed improperly 4 Hood Releasing V a Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument panel Opening a Press the release handle and open the hood 174 Closing Close the hood from a height of approx 16 in 40 cm with momentum It must be clearly heard to engage Make sure that the closing path of the hood is clear as otherwise injuries may result If you see any signs that the hood is not com pletely closed while you are driving your vehicle you should stop at once and close it securely 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Engine compartment 1 Filler neck for engine oil refer to Topping off engine oil 2 Brake fluid reservoir located beneath the microfilter cover refer to page 177 3 Dipstick for engine oil re
105. arting to drive fold backrests back otherwise there is the danger of accident due to an unexpected movement of the seat 4 Coupe releasing backrest Pull the lever upward and fold the backrest for ward The lever is designed in such a way that the safety belt can be stored there This enables you to fasten the safety belt more conveniently 48 Convertible releasing backrest 2 3 j F F US Nti 1 ES AS Ps i if T s sp i VA l A pri The belt system integrated into the seat ensures easier entry into the rear 1 Pull the lever 1 upward and fold the back rest forward 2 Press and hold button 2 until the seat has moved to the desired position 3 After entry to the rear fold back the back rest and lock it in place 4 Press and hold button 3 The seat moves back to its previous position If you release button 3 before this the seat stops in its current position gt You can lock the backrest in place when it is folded forward This is useful for exam ple when you get into the vehicle when it is parked on a hill Press the backrest until it audi bly locks into place To fold it back you do not have to use lever 1 to release it 4 a Lock backrest warning lamp a Lights up when the backrest is not locked At the same time an additional message appears on the Control Display Safety belts To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection
106. ase bear in mind that the ice warning does nothing to alter the fact that black ice may be present on roads at temperatures higher than 37 5 F 3 C e g on bridges and shaded roads 2 Odometer and trip odometer To reset the trip odometer to zero Press button 3 in the instrument cluster Tachometer ph bly tirs ah 4 3 1 i a 4 The white striped advance warning field arrow 1 changes depending on the engine temperature The segments disappear in sequence as the engine warms to its normal operating temperature Avoid allowing the engine speed to rise as far as the advance warning field whenever possible Engine speeds in the red warning field arrow 2 must absolutely be avoided In this range the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine 69 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Controls Everything under control Engine oil thermometer The engine oil temperature is between approx 160 F 70 C and approx 340 F 170 C during normal operation If the engine oil temperature is too high a mes sage appears on the Control Display Fuel gage i ij A CLES Fuel tank capacity approx 18 5 US gallons 70 liters including the reserve capacity of approx 2 1 gallons 8 liters You can find infor mation on refueling on page 166 If the tilt of the vehicle varies for a longer period when you are driving
107. assenger side gt Adapting temperature in upper body region gt Intensity of the AUTO program The settings are stored for the remote control Currently in use Manual air distribution You can preset the air distribution yourself and also adjust the air temperature in the upper body area 1 Select Vent settings and press the con troller 2 Select the desired field by moving the con troller and turn the controller to adjust the air distribution Vent settings L 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows driver s side only 2 Airflow for the upper body 3 Airto footwell Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG To select the front passenger area Move the controller to the right gt Pressing the AUTO button raises and Da lowers the air distribution settings on the Control Display lt Adapting temperature in upper body region 1 Select Vent settings and press the con troller 2 Select the field by moving the controller and adjust the air distribution by turning the controller Vent settings Setting intensity of AUTO program To meet your individual needs you can weaken or strengthen the intensity of the automatic cli mate control 1 Select Automatic programs and press the controller a ent settings a low O medium high O convertible program 2 Select the desired intensity and press the controller
108. ation Climate A L Navigation Entertainment Move the controller forward to open Com munication If you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book and the phone num ber is transmitted the entry is displayed 1 sess Incoming call fis Reject Select Accept and press the controller Select Reject and press the controller The caller is diverted to your mailbox if it has been activated 152 Select Phone and press the controller SMS BMV Assist d Dial D 011345676984 Number Select Dial and press the controller To enter the phone number select digits individually and press the controller Always enter the complete phone number consisting of area code and phone number To delete an incorrect digit Move the controller to the right to select 42 and press the controller Select Dial number and press the control ler if Phone Dial B 0123456789 4 08912345678 If necessary select the telephone number ifn Phone 1 Active calls 2 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 3 Select End call and press the controller Tl cms Phone Active calls i ai 02 01 Keypad Phone book After the portable phone is placed in the cradle or connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth the phone book is transferred from the portable phone to the vehicle Loading the phone book
109. ation from the destination list and press the controller or enter a new destination refer to page 115 New destination MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WY ioute preference s l Arr rW Ops nl ay E i 3 Select Start guidance and press the con troller i Navigation Add to adres heel Information on destination Delete entry Delete list Arrow display k KEY The destination guidance is started se This symbol marks the current destination After the route has been calculated destination guidance is indicated by arrows or a route map on the Control Display iy t s 3 96 Ate Beverly Hills Palms BLVD rl i SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY STREET E 1 Estimated time of arrival 2 Distance to the destination on the calcu lated route 3 Route criterion 4 Switch voice instructions on off During destination guidance you can operate other equipment using the Control Center at any time You are notified well in advance of a necessary change of direction by spoken instructions and the display of the direction arrows To exit from the menu d Select the arrow and press the controller 124 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Control Center for principle details refer to page be This symbol marks the current destination Select the current destination and press the controller New destination MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY Wy Route preference gt are OM ci eo
110. avels approx 165 ft 50 m or exceeds a speed of roughly 20 mph 30 km h the LED goes out You can reactivate the sys tem manually as needed Signal tones An intermittent signal indicates the distance of the vehicle from an object being approached Thus an object detected to the left rear of the vehicle will be indicated by a signal tone from the left rear speaker etc As the distance between vehicle and object decreases the intervals between the tones become shorter The signal tone becomes continuous once the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft 30 cm The warning signal is canceled after approx 3 seconds if you are moving parallel to a wall Malfunction The LED in the button flashes and a message appears on the Control Display PDC is mal functioning Have the system checked As a preventive measure keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue to operate effectively PDC with visual warning You also enjoy the option of having the system show the approach to an object on the Control Display The Control Display also indicates the presence of objects before they are close enough to trigger a signal tone Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 1 Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication TT re Climate J gt Navigation Entertainment
111. ay sequence In this mode the music tracks on the current CD are played once in a random sequence Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Set and press the controller Other menu items are displayed 2 Select Random and press the controller To stop the random mode 1 Press the controller 2 Select Random and press the controller Fast forward reverse Buttons next to CD player Press and hold the ES button for the corre sponding direction CD magazine The BMW CD changer for six CDs is installed in the glove compartment Removing CD magazine To insert or remove CDs from the CD magazine 1 you must first remove it from the CD changer 1 Press button 2 The CD magazine 1 is ejected oa per S O ed LL 2 Remove CD magazine 145 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG CD player and CD changer Inserting removing CDs from CD magazine When inserting or removing CDs remember to hold them only by their edges taking care to avoid touching the reflective CD memory sur face To insert Insert the CD in a CD slot with the labeled side facing upward To remove Pull out the desired drawer refer to arrow and remove the corresponding CD Inserting CD magazine SECS aon ere T LIRE fee es LD ler Push in the CD magazine as far as possible in the direction of the arrow The CD changer automatica
112. battery was disconnected it then takes up to 10 minutes before the system is once again operational 129 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG O _ gt Z Online Edition for Part No 01 FOSSES Entertainment Operation of the radio and CD as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter On off and tone On off and tone The following audio sources have shared controls and setting options gt Radio Business gt CD player gt CD changer Controls The audio sources can be operated using gt Buttons near CD player gt Control Center gt Buttons on the steering wheel refer to page 11 Buttons near CD player The layout of the buttons can vary depending on your vehicle s equipment Equipment with single drive E ph Fh i A 1 2 s 43 132 Equipment with two drives ASE ni 5 1 Sound output for Entertainment on off volume gt Press to switch on off When you switch on the last set radio station or CD track is played gt Turn to adjust volume Drive for audio CDs 3 Eject CD 4 Station scan track scan N gt Change radio station gt Select track for CD player and CD changer 5 Drive for navigation DVDs Operation using Control Center Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate N Navigatio
113. be glad to advise you 4 Never install a rearward facing child EN restraint system in the front passenger seat of this vehicle if the passenger airbag is not deactivated If you do so the child could be severely injured when the airbag Is triggered Your vehicle is equipped with an airbag supple mental restraint system for the front passenger Because the backrest on any rearward facing 52 child restraint system of the kind designed for infants under 1 year and 20 Ibs 9 kg would be within the airbag s deployment range you should never mount such a system in the front passenger seat since the impact of the airbag against the child restraint s backrest could lead to serious or fatal injuries 4 Installing child restraint systems Before installing any child restraint system or child seat read the following Observe the child restraint system man ufacturer s instructions for installation and use Otherwise the degree of protection can be reduced After an accident have all parts of the child restraint system and of the relevant vehicle safety belt system checked by a BMW center and replaced if necessary Commercially available child restraint systems are designed to be secured with a lap belt or with the lap belt portion of a combination lap shoulder belt Improperly or inadequately installed restraint systems can increase the risk of injury to children Always read and follow the instructions that come with the
114. bers 153 Multi function steering wheel refer to Buttons on the steering wheel 11 Multifunction switch refer to Turn signals headlamp flasher 60 refer to Wiper washer system 60 Music track finding 145 Mute on off 51 MW waveband 136 N Navigation 115 Navigation destination manual entry 115 selecting via map 117 Navigation drive installation location 114 Navigation DVD 114 Navigation system 114 address book 120 bypassing route sections 128 destination entry 115 destination guidance in assistance window 114 destination list 119 displaying current position 125 entering a destination manually 115 looking for interesting destination 118 navigation DVD 114 route display 127 route list 127 selecting destination using information 118 selecting destination via map 117 selecting route criteria 122 starting 115 starting destination guidance 124 switching off refer to Termi nating continuing desti nation guidance 125 terminating continuing destination guidance 125 voice instructions 126 volume adjustment 126 Navigation voice instructions on 126 Neck support refer to Front head restraints 47 New address for navigation 120 New destination 115 117 207 Y Y ten V e Y as Everything from A to Z New keys 28 New route 128 New wheels and tires 172 Ne
115. ble phone 154 Redialing with portable phone 153 Refueling 166 Releasing hood 174 Relock door if not opened 32 Remaining distance refer to Computer 75 refer to Cruising range 74 Remote control 28 garage door opener 100 luggage compartment lid 30 malfunction 30 Removing condensation from windows 95 Repeat in audio mode 145 Replacement fuses 184 Replacement key refer to New keys 28 Replacing bulbs refer to Lamps and bulbs 180 Replacing tires changing a wheel 183 new wheels and tires 172 Reporting an accident refer to Initiating emergency call 185 Reporting safety defects 7 Reserve warning refer to Fuel gage 70 Reset for stopwatch 77 Reset in audio mode 135 Residual heat mode 96 Restraint systems for children 52 refer to Safety belts 48 Retreaded tires 172 Reverse fast CD changer 145 CD player 145 Reverse gear automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 manual transmission 56 SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 Road map 127 Roadside Assistance 161 Roadside Assistance 186 Roadside parking lamps 92 replacing bulbs 182 Rollover protection system on convertible 87 lowering 87 Rope refer to Towing and tow starting 188 Rotary pushbutton refer to Control Center 16 Route 122 bypassing sections 128 changing 122 128 display 127 displaying arrow view 127 displaying map 127
116. d refer to Luggage compartment lid 32 Turning circle refer to Dimensions 193 Turn signals 60 indicator lamp 13 replacing bulbs 181 U Undercarriage protection refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Uniform Tire Quality Grading UTQR 170 Units 78 Units average fuel consumption 77 temperature 77 Universal garage door opener refer to Integrated universal remote control 100 Universal remote control refer to Integrated universal remote control 100 Unlock button 29 Unlocking from inside 32 from outside 29 Unlocking and locking doors setting confirmation signals 30 Update services 162 Use current location as address 122 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG V Vehicle battery 183 breaking in 108 care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure cargo loading 110 decommissioning refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure dimensions 193 parking 55 washing refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure weights 192 Vehicle jack 183 jacking points 183 Vehicle position refer to Displaying current position 125 Vehicle settings 29 Ventilating independent ventilation 98 refer to Ventilation 97 Ventilation 97 draft free 97 Vent outlets of automatic climate control 94 Voice command system 22 short commands 196 Voice instructions for navigation syste
117. dian models When you continue driving an increased brake pedal path can be necessary and significantly longer braking distances might be required Please adapt your driving style accordingly 4 z Brake pads The warning lamp lights up in red iain in spite of the handbrake being released a message appears on the Control Display The brake pads have reached their minimum pad thickness Have the brake pads replaced as soon as possible Warning lamp for Canadian models For your own safety use only brake pads that BMW has approved for your particu lar vehicle model As BMW cannot assess the suitability of other brake pads for use on your vehicle BMW is unable to assume continued responsibility for the vehicle s operating safety if non approved pads are installed lt 177 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O Maintenance Maintenance The BMW Maintenance System an Service requirements Status PE p EPR PF ee Eee d Be Li k i BB Front Brake fluid Spark plugs Coolant The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW The service schedule also includes operations related to the vehicle s comfort and convenience features such as replacement of the filters for the inside air The ultimate objective is to ensure economical maintenance by providing the ideal service for
118. dlamp flasher 92 indicator lamp 13 replacing bulbs 180 Hills 109 Holder for cups 103 Home address 122 Hood 174 Horn 10 Hotel function 32 Hot exhaust system 108 Hour memo 78 House number for desti nation entry 117 Hydraulic Brake Assistant refer to DBC Dynamic Brake Control 81 Hydroplaning 109 also refer to Minimum tread depth 171 Ice warning 69 iDrive refer to Control Center 16 Ignition key 28 Ignition key positions refer to Ignition lock 54 Ignition lock 54 Increasing luggage compartment capacity Convertible 34 Independent ventilation activating an activation time 98 setting activation time 98 switching on and off directly 98 Indicator warning lamps ABS Antilock Brake System 83 active steering 85 airbags 87 brake system 13 83 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 13 83 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 13 82 fastening safety belts 49 Flat Tire Monitor 85 fog lamps 13 92 handbrake 55 Indicator and warning lamps overview 13 Individually assignable buttons on steering wheel refer to Programmable buttons on steering wheel 51 Individual settings refer to Key Memory 28 x 2 fe 205 U as Everything from A to Z Inflation pressure refer to Tire inflation pressure 168 Inflation pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 84 Information on another location 118 on current position 118
119. ds on vehicles equipped for operation using natural gas or hydrogen and to all vehicles with luggage compartment mounted batteries lt Antenna When using the phone ensure that all persons in the area are at least 20 in 50 cm from the antenna Never use your porta ble phone if the antenna is damaged Contact between your skin and a damaged antenna can result in minor burns 150 If the antenna is damaged have it replaced immediately lt Special environmental conditions Always switch off your portable phone in EN areas where blasting work is being con ducted with explosives The phone signals could potentially act as a high frequency trans mitter and set off explosions Always switch off your portable phone in areas where an increased explosion danger is present This category includes gas stations along with fuel and chemical storage depots etc and all areas in which the air can contain fuel chemicals or metal particles Under these conditions your portable phone could conceiv ably generate sparks that could lead to a fire or explosion Always observe all legal regulations governing the use of portable phones in the vicinity of gas stations chemical factories and other areas where an explosion potential exists Never use your portable phone in aircraft do not use this portable phone in hospitals care centers or at other locations where medical equipment may be in operation such as acci dent sites etc
120. e 96 Switching off automatic climate OFF control 96 Air volume 95 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 95 amp Rear window defroster 94 12 Starting search function gt for radio station 137 gt fortrack 144 13 Ejecting gt navigation DVD 114 gt audioCD 132 14 Drive for navigation DVDs 114 15 Drive for audio CDs 132 16 Switching audio sources on off and adjusting volume 132 17 al v O Bis D C lt Heated seats 49 Py PDC Park Distance Control 80 DTC DTC Dynamic Traction Control 82 Convertible opening the convert A jbletop 40 Convertible closing the convertible A op 40 18 Bracket for cup holder 103 19 Controller 16 20 Activating voice command system 22 21 Opening start menu on Control Display 17 22 Dynamic Driving Control 59 15 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Control Center Control Center The Control Center groups the functions of a large number of switches This allows these functions to be operated from a central position The following section provides an introduction Controls Controller 2 MENU button open the start menu from any menu 3 Control Display By moving the controller 1 horizontally in four directions 4 turning 5 and pressing 6 you can Menu overview You can call up all the functions in the Control Center using five menu items Communication gt Portable phone gt BMW Assis
121. e above the armrest or gt pull the door handle for each door twice the first pull unlocks the door and the second one opens it Locking the doors gt Use the central locking button to lock both of the doors simultaneously or gt press down the lock button of the desired door To prevent you from being locked out the open driver s door cannot be locked using the lock button A Because any persons or animals left unat i tended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside you should always keep the master key with remote control with you this precaution ensures that you will remain able to unlock the vehicle from the outside at all times 4 32 Hotel function The hotel function locks the compartment in the front center console and the luggage com partment lid separately and disconnects them from the central locking system The spare key refer to page 28 does not fit the lock for the hotel function If you then only hand over the spare key e g at a hotel it is not possible to access the luggage compartment or the com partment in the front center console Turn the key to the right refer to illustration and remove The hotel function is only activated after subse quent locking or unlocking of the vehicle This locks the luggage compartment lid and the compartment in the front center console and disconnects them from the central locking sys tem In the event of an electrical malfunction
122. e glass sunroof in the desired direction Sliding panel 1 Fold the cover downward if necessary using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit refer to page 180 a 2 Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard tool kit in the opening provided 3 Use the Allen wrench to move the sliding visor in the desired direction Convertible top The fully automatic convertible top combines secure weather protection with simple and con venient operation So that you get the maximum pleasure from your convertible here are a few tips gt Itis advisable to close the convertible top when the vehicle is parked The closed con vertible top not only protects the passenger compartment against unforeseen weather damage it also provides a certain amount of protection against theft Nonetheless even if the convertible top is closed only keep valuables in the locked luggage compart ment gt Do not attach luggage rack systems to the convertible top In order to avoid damage do not operate the convertible top at temperatures below 14 F 10 C Do not leave the convertible top in its storage compartment for longer than one day when wet as otherwise damage from moisture can occur Do not place any objects on the convertible top as otherwise if the top were to be operated these objects could fall off and lead to damage or injury Never move the convertible top when the roll over protection system is raised
123. e hannel E Store Tone Select ESN and press the controller The electronic serial number ESN is dis played gt The electronic serial number is required to disable lt To have the channels disabled Dial phone number w Select a channel marked with this sym Select SAT and press the controller bol FM AM cD t Categories Rock Jazz Country Latin Pap CH 001 Channel A CH 003 Channel C CH 004 Channel D CH 005 Channel E Press the controller Other menu items are displayed Select Play and press the controller Channels are shown on the Control Display sorted on the basis of selection criteria Select a menuitem Presets Up to twelve channels you have stored All channels All channels are displayed IAE LE Categories ER hannel B All channels sorted by category e g Pas hannel C news jazz Tone hannel D Ii ESN nannel E SAT Allchannels Presets The name of the channel and additional infor mation on the current track are displayed e g the name of the artist Jazz Channel B Press the controller Elton John If Categories has been selected Rocket Man Select the desired category and press the controller CaS SAT t Categories 1 Artist BW 2 Track The channels of this category are displayed 141 Storing channel 1 Select desired channel 2 Press the controller Other menu items are di
124. e other audio sources are set to mini mum volume The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Calling Dialing phone numbers nf 1 Dial numbert The dialog for establishing a telephone connection is opened 2 Say the phone number For telephone calls abroad say Plus and then the country code 3 Diak The connection to the desired sub scriber is established Correcting phone number After the last spoken sequence of digits has been repeated by the system you can delete this sequence of digits wt Correct number The digits are deleted The command Correct number can be repeated as often as you like Deleting input Delete is used to delete all the digits entered so far Voice phone book Operating by voice commands requires a per sonal voice phone book Depending on the equipment the entries are either transferred from the memory of your portable phone or they must be entered independently In the latter case it is not possible to use voice command either to call phone numbers stored in the por table phone or to store new numbers Storing an entry An entry always consists of a name and phone number we 1 Save name The dialog for storing a name is opened Speak name and repeat entry upon request The spoken length of the names in the phone book must not exceed approx 2 seconds Say the phone number when prompted To save the phone number Saves
125. e steering is deactivated refer to page 85 A message appears on the Control Display Please note any supplementary information that appears there To support enhanced operating stability reacti vate DSC again as soon as possible Reactivating DSC Press the button the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG To control The indicator lamp flashes DSC or DTC controls the drive forces and brake forces The indicator lamp comes on DSC and DTC are deactivated together via the button DTC 5 The indicator lamp comes on DTC is DTC activated via the DTC button F Malfunction in the driving stability control systems The brake system warning lamp lights aa up in red appearing together with the _ indicator lamps for ABS and DSC A ABS Message appears on the Control Dis play The driving stability control sys tems have failed Conventional braking efficiency remains available without limitations While you may continue you should remember to proceed cautiously and drive defensively while avoiding full brake applications Have the system checked as soon as possible D Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models 16 oo LA 5 The DSC indicator lamp lights up A A message appears on the Control Dis play A malfunction has occurred in DSC and DTC The stability maint
126. e system To do so either read the instructions for the original hand held transmit ter or press the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control longer If the LED 2 on the integrated universal remote control flashes rapidly for a short time then lights up for approx 2 seconds this indi cates that the original hand held transmitter uses an alternating code system In the case of an alternating code system program the mem ory buttons 1 as described at Alternating code hand held transmitters lt 4 Alternating code hand held transmitters To program the integrated universal remote control consult the operating instructions for the equipment to be set You will find informa tion there on the possibilities for synchroniza tion When programming hand held transmitters that employ an alternating code please observe the following supplementary instructions TS Programming will be easier with the aid of a second person lt 1 Park your vehicle within the range of the remote controlled equipment 2 Program the integrated universal remote control as described above at Fixed code hand held transmitters 3 Locate the button at the receiver of the equipment to be set e g on the drive 4 Press the button on the receiver of the equipment to be set After step 4 you have approx 30 seconds for step 5 5 Press the programmed memory button 1 of the integrated universal remote control three times
127. e the inhaling of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas Never leave an unattended vehicle with the 54 engine running as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard To prevent the vehicle from rolling always select neutral position or position N and apply the handbrake before leaving the vehicle with the engine running When starting the engine do not press the accelerator pedal Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary Instead begin to drive immediately at a moder ate engine speed Special starting conditions Press the accelerator pedal halfway down when starting if gt the engine fails to start on the first attempt for instance if it is very hot or cold gt the engine is started at very low tempera tures below approx 5 F 15 C at high altitudes above 3 300 ft 1 000 m Avoid frequent starting in quick succes sion or repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start Otherwise the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the cat alytic converter 4 Manual transmission 1 Apply the handbrake 2 Gearshift lever in neutral position 3 Press the clutch pedal gt If the clutch pedal is not depressed the engine will not start 4 4 Start the engine Do
128. e therefore normal Before driving into a car wash A To prevent the exterior mirrors from being damaged due to the width of the vehicle always fold them in by hand before entering an automatic car wash 4 Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capacity never over load the vehicle Overloading can lead to over heating and increases the rate at which damage develops inside the tires The ultimate result can assume the form of a sudden blow out lt 110 Determining loading limit L 1 Locate the following statement on your vehicle s placard The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX lbs or YYY kg as otherwise the vehicle may be damaged and unstable driving con ditions may result 4 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX Ibs or YYY kg 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 800 Ibs and there will be four 150 lbs pas sengers in your vehicle the amount of avail able cargo and luggage load capacity is 200 Ibs 800 lbs minus 600 Ibs 200 Ibs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated
129. ection performance of active cruise control You should check the sensor under the front bumper and clean it as necessary prior to driving your vehicle If the sensor becomes cov ered by foreign matter or has a malfunction it is possible that the sensor will no longer be able to detect vehicles in front of you After the system recognizes that the sensor is no longer func tional a message is displayed on the Control Display and an acoustic signal is emitted When the system does not detect any objects e g on seldom used roads without a shoulder or guard rails the system may temporarily deacti vate itself 68 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Everything under control Odometer outside temperature display clock 3 When the ignition is off you can briefly activate the time outside temperature and odometer displays by pressing the knob 3 at the lower left of the instrument cluster 1 Outside temperature display clock date The outside temperature and the time are dis played from ignition key position 1 onwards To call up the date Press the CHECK button on the turn signal lever refer to page 74 Setting time and date refer to page 78 You can set the measurement unit F or C on the Control Display refer to Measurement units on page 77 Ice warning A signal sounds when the outside temperature falls to roughly 37 5 F 3 C this is accompa nied by a message Ple
130. ed con tainers well out of the reach of children Always observe the instructions for use provided on the containers 4 ka O E O O Washer fluid reservoir gt Capacity approx 5 3 US quarts 5 liters Fill with water and if required with a washer antifreeze according to manufacturer s recom mendations gt In order maintain the mixture ratio mix the washer fluid before filling lt Cruise control The concept The cruise control is available for use at speeds of approx 20 mph 30 km h and higher The vehicle maintains and stores the speed that you set using the lever mounted on the steering col umn Do not use the cruise control under driv ing conditions that do not permit a con stant speed e g when driving on winding roads in heavy traffic or in poor road conditions such as snow rain ice and loose road surface 4 61 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Dr iving One lever for all functions 1 Maintaining speed storing speed and accelerating 2 Maintaining speed storing speed and decelerating 3 Interrupting cruise control 4 Recalling stored speed Maintaining speed storing speed and accelerating Press the lever up to the resistance point 1 The system maintains and stores the current vehicle speed The display 1 in the soeedome ter indicates this regulated speed refer to the section below Every time you briefly press the leve
131. eep the convertible top compartment ward as simultaneously as possible on the lid open arrow 4 e g with your shoulder two sides 9 Turnthe Allen wrenchinthe direction ofthe arrow until the front convertible top frame locks to the windshield frame The rear convertible top ends are pressed automatically onto the convertible top com partment lid and close tightly with tension 10 If necessary close the rear window again manually in the same way as above Wind deflector Raise the two convertible top ends as far as they will go arrow 5 and close the convert The wind deflector keeps the air movement in ible top compartment lid arrow 6 the passenger compartment at a low level when can occur 4 Do not raise the convertible top ends until after the convertible top has been swung forward as otherwise damage the convertible top is open thus enabling pleasant driving even at higher speeds You can conveniently stow it in the luggage compart ment when it is not needed Fold down the top ends onto the convert ible top compartment lid 42 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Before installing 3 Push the securing pin 3 on the left side until 1 Remove the wind deflector from the protec it snaps into place in the appropriate open tive sleeve and fold it open Ing 2 Press the upper and lower section together until the locking device engages A e i mur e O
132. em is to ensure proper operation of the emission control sys tem for the vehicle s lifetime The system mon itors emission related components and sys tems for deterioration and malfunction service An illuminated indicator lamp informs ENGINE you of the need for service not of the need to stop the vehicle However the systems should be checked by your BMW cen ter at the earliest possible opportunity Important information on care and maintenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models Under certain conditions the indicator lamp will blink or flash This indicates a rather severe level of engine misfire When this occurs you should reduce speed and consult the nearest BMW center as soon as possible Severe engine misfire over only a short period of time can seriously damage emissions control components especially the catalytic converter gt When the fuel filler cap is not properly tightened the OBD system can detect the vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up If the filler cap is subsequently tightened the indicator lamp should go out within a few days gt O 179 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Replacing components Replacing components Onboard tool kit ni QD The onboard tool kit is located in the luggage compartment under the floor mat ZS
133. enance functions are no longer available The vehicle remains opera tional Have the system checked as soon as possible The warning lamp for the brake system KE lights up in yellow A message appears on the Control Display DBC has failed Have the system checked as soon as possible f B Display of the previously described w malfunction on Canadian models Active roll stabilization The concept Active roll stabilization minimizes body roll and optimizes vehicle stability during cornering and evasive maneuvers Dynamic stabilizers at the front and rear axles form the basis for active roll stabilization Sus pension compliance adapts to suit driving con ditions varying from performance oriented during cornering to smooth and comfort ori ented when the vehicle is proceeding in a straight line During vehicle operation the sys tem continuously runs through closed loop control cycles lasting only fractions of a second The system assumes operational status each time you start the engine Malfunction e The warning lamp lights up and a mes sage appears on the Control Display There is a malfunction in the system Have the system checked as soon as possible If there is a malfunction in the system please remember to adapt your speed accordingly especially in curves The suspension will be noticeably softer and the vehicle will display a greater tendency to tilt during cornering
134. ends and public holi days The phone numbers of the Roadside Assis tance in your home country can be found in the BMW Contact directory In vehicles with BMW Assist or TeleService you can call the Roadside Assistance of the BMW Group directly for breakdown assistance via the Control Center refer to page 161 Jump starting When your battery is discharged you can use two jumper cables to start your BMW with power from the battery in a second vehicle You can also use the same method to help start another vehicle Use only jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles To avoid the risk of potentially fatal injury always avoid all contact with electrical components while the engine is running Care fully adhere to the following sequence both to prevent damage to one or both vehicles and to guard against possible personal injuries lt Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Preparing 1 Check whether the battery of the other vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah This information can be found on the bat tery 2 Switch off the engine of the vehicle provid Ing assistance 3 Switch off all electrical accessories in both vehicles There must not be any contact between the bodies of the two vehicles as other wise there is a danger of shorting lt Connecting jumper cables FN To avoid personal injury from sparks observe this sequence when con
135. ent 180 Wiper system 60 washer fluid 61 windshield washer nozzles 61 With highways for navigation 122 Word matching principle for navigation 123 Working in the engine compartment 1 4 Wrenches screwdrivers refer to Onboard tool kit 180 X Xenon lamps 180 replacing bulbs 180 213 Y Y i V e V Refueling To ensure that you always have all the essential data at hand when refueling we recommend that you fill in the following tables with the spec ifications and information that apply to your vehicle Consult the index for individual specifi cations Tire inflation pressures Up to 2 persons 4 Persons or 4 Persons plus luggage Summer tires Fuel Designation Please enter your preferred fuel here Engine oil Quality The oil quantity between the middle of the two marks on the dipstick is approx 1 6 US quarts 1 5 liters Winter tires Front Rear Front Rear BMW recommends Castrol Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG More about BMW bmwusa com Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG The Ultimate Driving Machine 01 41 0 158 445 ue 6 US En Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG
136. eparation Package Cellphone Telephoning with car phone BMW Assist calls You can use the car phone via the hands free system for BMW Assist calls When the status information Car Phone is displayed in Communication only BMW Assist calls are possible Hands free system The microphone is located gt In the Coupe near the interior rearview mir ror refer to page 14 gt Inthe Convertible on the steering column The hands free system is activated whenever you establish or receive a call using gt The button on the steering wheel gt The Control Center gt Voice commands Volume adjustment VERS Turn the button during a call to select the desired volume This volume for the hands free system is main tained even if the other audio sources are set to minimum volume The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Operation using Control Center The following functions can be used via the Control Center as soon as the portable phone is laid in the cradle or is connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth e c T gt Dialing phone numbers 2 gt Phone book E gt Tops gt Redialing gt Displaying accepted calls gt Displaying missed calls gt Text messages SMS 151 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communic
137. equipment is lim ited and must be reinitialized Individual settings are also lost and have to be updated gt Active steering The system is deactivated and has to be ini tialized refer to page 86 Until then the steering will react in an unaccustomed manner gt Seat mirror and steering wheel memory The position must be stored again refer to page 46 gt Time and date The settings must be updated refer to page 78 gt Radio Radio stations have to be stored again refer to page 138 gt Navigation system You must wait until it becomes operational again refer to page 129 Fuses Never attempt to repair a blown fuse and do not replace a defective fuse with a sub stitute of another color or amperage rating as this could lead to overloading of the wiring ulti mately resulting in a fire in the vehicle 4 Spare fuses and a pair of plastic tweezers are located in the compartment for the onboard tool kit refer to page 180 Information on fuse allocation is located below the bracket for the onboard tool kit see below 184 In glove compartment fam 1 Press the button on the back in the center of partition 1 and pull out the partition upward arrow 2 2 Press the coupling downward arrow 3 and fold the lid 4 forward In luggage compartment Fold up the cover under the floor mat and remove the bracket for the onboard tool kit Information on fuse allocation 1 and additional
138. er to Weights 192 A Z 153 B Backrests refer to Seats 44 Backup lamps refer to Reverse gear 56 Balance refer to Tone control 134 Balance adjustment in audio mode right left 134 Bandages refer to First aid kit 186 Bass refer to Tone control 134 Bass refer to Tone control 133 Battery jump starting 186 refer to Vehicle battery 183 Being towed 188 Belts refer to Safety belts 48 Beverage holder refer to Cup holders 103 Black ice refer to Ice warning 69 Blower refer to Air volume 95 BMW Assist 159 enabling 159 services offered 160 BMW maintenance system 178 BMW Service 161 BMW Service settings 159 Bottle holder refer to Cup holders 103 Brake Assistant refer to DBC Dynamic Brake Control 81 Brake fluid 177 warning lamp 177 Brake Force Display 86 Brake hydraulic system 177 Brake lamps Brake Force Display 86 replacing bulbs 182 Brake pads 177 breaking in 108 Brake rotors 110 Brakes 109 ABS Antilock Brake System 81 brake fluid 177 Brake Force Display 86 brake pads 108 177 breaking in 108 CBC Cornering Brake Control 81 handbrake 55 Brake system 108 brake fluid level 177 brake pads 108 177 brake rotors 110 breaking in 108 warning lamp 13 83 177 Brake wear warning brake pads 177 Braking electronic brake force distribution 81 refer to Braking safely 109 B
139. er to open the menu 2 3 Select Service and press the controller A Select Service requirements and press the controller BMW Service a Service notification Data exchange completed 10 2 1 08 4 10 pm 160 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Select Service notification and press the Select Roadside Assistance and press controller the controller a Service requirements i a BMW Service I PI Status i Service Request P Data exchange completed Start service 10 2 1 08 04 10 pm REXFORD DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS CA If the current position can be determined the current vehicle position is displayed You can call the Roadside Assistance of the p play BMW Group should you require help in the Select Start service and press the con event of a breakdown troller Control Center for principle details refer to BMW Service gt page 1 Roadside Assistance Open start menu Press controller to open the menu Select Service and press the controller REXFORD DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS CA Display off Jo Entertainment settings was Traffic Info settings Contact to Roadside Assistance will be estab 4 Display settings lished Inf Vehicle settings Us Communication settings You can contact your BMW center e g to Select BMW Service and press the con arrange a service appointment troller For information related
140. erence and are marked on the side of the tire with TWI Tread Wear Indicator If the indica tors are at the level of the profile the legal per missible tread depth of 0 063 in 1 6 mm has been reached Tire damage Due to low profile tires please note that wheels tires and suspension parts are more susceptible to road hazard and conse quential damages Unusual vibrations encountered during normal vehicle operation can indicate tire failure or some other vehicle defect This can for exam ple be caused by driving over curbs These kinds of problems may also be signaled by other changes in vehicle response such as a strong tendency to pull to the left or right In these cases reduce your speed immediately and have the wheels and tires inspected imme diately To do this carefully drive to the next BMW center or a specialized tire dealer which works with personnel trained in accordance with BMW specifications Have the vehicle towed to the workshop if necessary Tire damage can be extremely dangerous to vehicle occupants and other road users lt Unprofessional attempts by laymen to service tires can lead to damage and acci dents Have this work performed by skilled pro fessionals only The technicians at your BMW center will be glad to assist you with the required professional knowledge and special ized equipment 4 gt O 171 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Wheels and tir
141. ers only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC Federal Communication Commission regulations Operation is gov erned by the following FCC ID LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions gt This device may not cause harmful interfer ence and gt this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation gt Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user s authority to operate this equipment 4 ars v Using door lock One turn of the key in the driver s door lock unlocks the driver s door only Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door Convenience operation You can also use the door lock to operate the windows and the glass sunroof in the Coupe or to operate the windows and the top in the convertible gt To open With the door closed turn the key to the Unlock position and hold it there gt To close With the door closed turn the key to the Lock position and hold it there Keep a close eye on the closing process and also on the opening process of the convertible top to be sure that no one is injured Releasing the key stops the operation A O E O O Manual operation I
142. es Run flat tires You will recognize run flat tires by the circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side wall Run flat tires consist of self contained tires and special rims The sidewall reinforcement ensures that the tire retains some residual safety in the event of pressure drop and driving remains possible to a restricted degree New wheels and tires A Only have new wheels and tires mounted eae by a BMW center or a specialized tire dealer which works with personnel trained in accordance with BMW specifications If this work is performed inexpertly there is a danger of damage and associated safety risks Make sure that the new wheels are balanced 4 Retreaded tires BMW does not recommend the use of EN retread tires as otherwise driving safety may be reduced Possible variations in the design and the age which could be substan tial of the carcasses can lead to more rapid wear 4 The right wheels and tires If you switch from summer to winter tires or vice versa use run flat tires as in the event of a flat tire there is no spare tire available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you A For safety reasons BMW recommends that you do not have damaged run flat tires repaired they should be replaced lt 4 172 BMW recommends that you use only wheel and tire combinations that BMW has tested and approved for your particular vehicle Variations in factors such as manufac turing tolera
143. es with automatic transmission Engage selector lever position P 4 DA To prevent corrosion and one sided brak ing action occasionally engage the hand brake lightly when the vehicle is slowly coming to a stop if the traffic conditions are suitable 4 Manual transmission When shifting into 5th 6th gear press the selector lever toward the right otherwise an inadvertent shift into 3rd or 4th gear could damage the engine 4 Reverse gear Select only when the vehicle is stationary When pressing the gearshift lever to the left overcome some resistance The backup lamps automatically switch on in ignition key position 2 SMG Sequential manual transmission The concept The SMG Sequential manual transmission is an automated manual transmission in which an electrohydraulic system handles the clutching and gear changes 56 You operate the SMG using the selector lever in the center console and two shift paddles on the steering wheel It offers the following functions gt Choice of manual or automatic mode Sequential mode or Drive mode gt Options of two drive programs Normal or Sport refer to Dynamic Driving Control page 59 gt Automatic downshifting and protection against incorrect shifting even in sequential operation gt Kick down function in the Drive mode gt Acceleration assistant refer to page 59 The SMG is operational in ignition key position 2 Selector lever positions
144. ess the controller to open the menu 3 Select Display settings and press the controller 4 Select Languages and press the control ler 4 Units Brightness Text language English US O Navigation voice instructions on 5 Select Navigation voice instructions on and press the controller 7 Lanquaqges Text language English US TY The voice instructions are switched on The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Repeating and canceling voice instructions With the programmable buttons on the steering wheel you can also make the following set tings refer to page 51 gt Repeat the voice instruction Press the button gt Switch voice instructions on off Maintain pressure on the button for several seconds Adjusting volume 1 Repeat the last voice instruction if required 2 Turn the button during the voice instruction to select the desired volume This volume is independent of the volume of the audio sources The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Displaying route You have the option of displaying various views of the route during destination guidance Displaying arrow view 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select Arrow display and press the con troller E Navigation New destination SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY
145. f the caller is entered in the phone book the name of the caller is displayed instead of the phone number You can select the desired subscriber from the list and establish the connection 153 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG m ke E 5 e O Telephoning Four lists are available gt Top 8 The eight numbers called most frequently via the list A Z are automatically stored in the Top 8 list The number called most often appears at the top of the list Redial The last eight phone numbers you have dialed are automatically stored The last number dialed is at the top of the list Received calls The phone numbers of the last eight calls accepted while the portable phone was in the cradle or connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth are stored This requires the phone number of the caller to have been sent Missed calls The phone numbers of the last eight calls not accepted while the portable phone was in the cradle or connected to the vehicle via Bluetooth are stored This requires the phone number of the caller to have been sent Dialing from alist To select an entry and establish a connection 1 2 Dial Select Phone and press the controller Select the list gt Top 8 gt Redial gt Received calls gt Missed calls Phone A D JO RST WZ Adam Dr Tom Julia Office 3 Press the controller 4
146. fer to Checking oil level 4 Starting aid terminal refer to page 186 5 Washer fluid reservoir of the headlamp and windshield cleaning systems refer to page 61 6 Expansion tank for coolant refer to page 176 Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and driving conditions Checking oil level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface with the engine warm i e after an uninterrupted drive of at least 6 miles 10 km 2 Switch off the engine 3 After approx 5 minutes pull the dipstick 3 out and wipe it off with a clean lint free cloth paper towel or similar material 4 Carefully push the dipstick all the way into the guide tube and pull it out again The oil should extend to between the two marks on the dipstick The oil quantity between the centers of the two marks on the dipstick refer to arrows is approx 1 6 US quarts 1 5 liters Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick Excess oil can damage the engine lt 175 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O Under the hood Topping off engine oil s Wait until the level has dropped to just above the lower dipstick mark before adding oil When it falls to this level a message also appears on the Control Display Refill the oil within the next 125 miles 200 km otherwise engine damage could result lt Store oil grease etc well out of the reach of children alway
147. for service requirement 70 gt Automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 gt SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 gt Dynamic Driving Control 59 gt gy Check Control message present 71 Fuel gage 70 Resetting the trip odometer to zero 69 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Indicator and warning lamps The concept a i Indicator and warning lamps and their combina tions appear in the indicator area 1 and in the display 2 For better differentiation of malfunc tions different symbols can appear in the dis play 2 Some lamps in the indicator area 1 are checked for proper operation when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on and light up briefly in the process Confirmation of active functions The following indicator lamps in the indicator area 1 indicate that certain functions are active Turn signals 60 Handbrake set 55 Handbrake for Canadian models Front fog lamps 92 sic DTC Dynamic Traction Control 83 A High beams headlamp flasher 92 DSC Dynamic Stability Control 83 BS 13 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Required action in case of a malfunction Climate All warning lamps and indicator lamps not pre viously listed are also accompanied by text messages at the bottom of the Control Display These may contain detailed information on the cause of a
148. formation about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 7 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG At a glance This overview of buttons switches and displays is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle s operating environment The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems Cockpit lt 5 All around the steering wheel controls and displays O N 18 17 16 z B 15s M 1312 14 1 Convertible opening and closing rear 6 window 37 lt gt Turn signals 60 2 Convertible opening and closing windows ieee together 36 D High beams headlamp flasher 92 3 Convertible opening and closing back windows 26 P Roadside parking lamps 92 4 Opening and closing front windows 35 4 3 3 CHECK Check Control 71 5 Adjusting exterior mirrors 49 BC Computer 74 10 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 7 Buttons on steering wheel 8 Instrument cluster 12 a C y Q D Porabi pene a 9 7 Windshield wipers 60 gt Press accept call or terminate call Rain sensor 61 as well as dial if an entry has been selected from A Z Top 8 Redial Received 10 Ignition lock 54 calls or Missed calls v O Bis D C 11 Horn the entire surface gt Pre
149. fter the igni tion is switched off 93 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG A O E O O A congenial climate A congenial climate 16 15 14 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air for the upper body area refer to Ventilation on page 97 3 Air to footwell 4 Temperature left side of passenger compartment 5 Maximum cooling 6 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 7 Air volume manual 8 Switching off automatic climate control 94 12 9 Switching cooling function on and off manually 10 Temperature right side of passenger compartment 11 Residual heat mode 12 AUTO program 13 AUC automatic recirculated air control recirculated air mode 14 LED for independent ventilation 15 Rear window defroster Convertible only active when rear window is closed 16 Air grill for interior temperature sensor please keep clear and unobstructed Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG The current setting for air distribution is dis played on the Control Display A congenial climate For almost all conditions the AUTO program offers the optimal air distribution and air vol ume Select an interior temperature you find pleasant The following section contains more detailed information on the available setting options AUTO program A The AUTO program handles the adjustment of air distribution to the wind
150. g safely Your BMW is equipped with ABS as standard In situations that require it it is best to brake with full force Since the vehicle maintains steering responsiveness you can still avoid possible obstacles with a minimum of steering effort Pulsation at the brake pedal combines with sounds from the hydraulic circuits to indicate to the driver that ABS is in its active mode Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal Even light but consistent pedal pressure can lead to high temperatures brake wear and possibly even brake failure 4 Driving in wet conditions When driving on wet roads or in heavy rain briefly brake with light pedal pressure at inter vals of a few miles Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endanger other road users The heat generated in this process helps dry the pads and rotors to ensure that full braking efficiency will then be available when you need it Hills To prevent overheating and thus reduced efficiency of the brake system downshift to a gear in which only minimal brake applica tions are needed when descending long or steep downhill stretches Even light but consis tent pedal pressure can lead to high tempera tures brake wear and possibly even brake fail ure 4 You can further enhance the engine s braking effect by selecting a lower gear in the automatic transmission s manual mode downshifting as far as first gear on extremely steep stretches
151. ger side mirror 47 Outside temperature display 69 changing unit of measurement 7 P Panic mode 30 Park Distance Control PDC 80 Parked car operation 98 Parking aid refer to PDC Park Distance Control 80 Parking brake refer to Handbrake 55 Parking lamps low beams 91 replacing bulbs 180 Parking vehicle 55 Parts and accessories refer to Your individual vehicle 5 Passenger side mirror tilt function 47 Pathway lighting 91 Pathway lighting 91 PDC 81 PDC Park Distance Control 80 Phone book 151 Phone numbers deleting in the phone book 154 dialing 152 most recent numbers 153 selecting in the phone book 153 Top 8 153 Play on the radio 141 Pollen refer to Microfilter activated charcoal filter 97 Portable phone accepted calls 153 adjusting volume 151 calling 152 call termination 152 hands free system 151 157 missed calls 153 operation using Control Center 151 phone book 153 redialing 153 refer also to separate Owner s Manual SMS 155 Top 8 153 touch tone dialing 155 Portable phone battery 150 Portable phones use in vehicle refer to Mobile communication devices in vehicle 109 Position displaying 125 storing 120 Power failure 184 Power windows refer to Windows 36 Presets on the radio 136 141 Presetting independent venti lation activation times 98 Pressure tires 168 Online
152. gt System has not been initialized gt Driving on snow covered or slippery roads gt Sporty driving style slip in the drive wheels high lateral acceleration gt When driving with snow chains Initializing system gt The initialization is completed during driv L _ ing which can be interrupted at any time When driving continues the initialization is also automatically continued Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains 4 Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 84 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communication wr fl LE Climate oa DA Navigation h 4 Entertainment 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 4 Select FTM and press the controller 4 Wheel buttons PDC Light B Only select Set tire pressure after tire pressure is correctly set or after a tire change only while stationary with ignition on or engine running Set tire pressure status Active 5 Start engine but do not start driving 6 Select Set tire pressure and press the controller Only select Set tire pressure after tire pressure is correctly set or after a tire change only while stationary with ignition on or engine running Status Active 7 Select Yes and press the controller 8 Release The message Initializing is displayed The initialization is completed dur
153. h the ignition key in position 2 4 The automatic headlamp control cannot EN serve as a substitute for your personal judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions For example the system cannot detect fog To avoid safety risks you should always switch on the lamps manually under these conditions lt Adaptive Head Light The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface Depending on the steering angle and other assumptions the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road Activating Adaptive Head Light In switch position 3 the Adaptive Head Light is active and the automatic headlamp control is switched on To avoid blinding oncoming traffic the Adaptive Head Light gt is not active when driving in reverse gt is only active toward passenger s side when stationary Malfunction The LED beside the symbol for automatic head lamp control flashes The Adaptive Head Light is malfunctioning or has failed Have the system checked as soon as possible 92 High beams roadside parking lamps 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Roadside parking lamps Roadside parking lamps left or right You also enjoy the option of lighting up just one side of your vehicle when parking When using this function comply with national regulations With the ignition switched off press
154. he third brake lamp go on gt Heavy braking and braking with ABS In addition the illuminated area of the rear brake lamps is enlarged refer to illustration The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot pro vide adequate restraint When needed the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of a side impact The side airbag sup ports the side upper body area The head air bag supports the head The airbags are deliberately not triggered in every impact situation e g less severe acci dents certain rollover conditions or rear end collisions For information on the correct sitting position refer to page 44 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Do not apply adhesive materials to the EN cover panels of the airbags cover them or modify them in any other way Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention system from the vehicle Never modify or tamper with either the wiring or the individual components in the airbag system This cate gory includes the upholstery in the center of the steering wheel on the instrument panel the side trim panels on the doors and on the Coupe the roof pillars along with the sides of the head liner Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the steering wheel Do not touch the individual components directly after the system has been triggered because there is a da
155. he tow fitting only Otherwise to other vehicle parts could result With tow rope When starting off in the towing vehicle make sure that the tow rope is taut To avoid jerking and the associated EN stresses on vehicle components when towing always use nylon ropes or nylon straps Secure the tow rope to the tow fitting only Oth erwise damage to other vehicle parts could result With tow truck Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with a so called lift bar or on a load bed FN Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body and chassis parts as otherwise damage may result 4 Tow starting gt Do not tow start vehicles with an auto matic transmission Jump starting refer to page 186 4 Only tow start vehicles with a catalytic con verter with the engine cold It is better to jump start the engine refer to page 186 1 Switch on the hazard warning flashers comply with country specific regulations 2 Turn the ignition key to position 2 3 Shift into 3rd gear vehicles with SMG see below 4 Have the vehicle tow started with the clutch pedal completely depressed and slowly release the clutch After the engine starts immediately depress the clutch pedal com pletely again 5 Stop at a suitable location remove the tow bar or rope and switch off the hazard warn ing flashers 6 Have the vehicle checked Vehicles with SMG Sequential manual trans mission 1 Tow start in selector lever posit
156. hen driving Breaking in Moving parts need time to adjust to one another To ensure that your vehicle continues to provide optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life we request that you devote careful attention to the follow ing section Engine and differential Up to 1 200 miles 2 000 km You should attempt to vary both vehicle and engine speeds Until the break in period has been completed you should also refrain from exceeding an engine speed of 4 500 rom or a driving speed of 100 mph 160 km h Always obey all official speed limits Avoid full throttle operation and use of the transmission s kick down mode during these initial miles Once you have driven 1 200 miles 2 000 km the engine and vehicle speeds can be gradually increased SMG Sequential manual transmission Do not use the acceleration assistant during the break in period refer to page 59 Tires Due to technical factors associated with their manufacture tires do not achieve their full trac tion potential until after an initial break in period Therefore drive reservedly during the first 200 miles 300 km Brake system Brakes require an initial break in period of approx 300 miles 500 km to achieve optimized contact and wear patterns between brake pads and rotors 108 Clutch The function of the clutch is only at its opti mized level after a distance driven of approx 300 miles 500 km During this break in period e
157. hough all season M S tires provide better winter traction than summer tires they generally fail to provide the same levels of cold weather performance as winter tires Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Run flat tires If you switch from summer to winter tires or vice versa use run flat tires refer to page 172 as in the event of a flat tire there is no spare tire available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Watch speed A Observe the permissible maximum speed for the respective winter tires as other wise tire damage and occur and cause acci dents 4 Storage Always store wheels and tires in a cool dry place with as little exposure to light as possible Always protect tires against all contact with oil grease and fuels Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation pressure indicated on the side wall of the tire Snow chains BMW only tests certain fine link snow chains classifies them as road safe and approves them Consult your BMW center for more infor mation BMW recommends using these approved snow chains These snow chains are approved exclusively for use in pairs on the rear wheels with the tire size gt 245 50R 17 gt 245 45 R 18 Observe the chain manufacturer s instructions when mounting snow chains Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 30 mph 50 km h with the chains mounted TD Do not initialize the Flat Tire Monitor after mounting snow chains When you
158. in mountainous areas for example the indicator may fluctuate slightly After the reserve quantity has been reached a message appears for a short time on the Con trol Display the remaining range is shown in the computer Below a range of approx 30 miles 50 km the message remains on the Control Display Refuel as soon as possible once your d cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km as otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur 4 70 Service requirements The remaining distance to be driven and the date for the next maintenance are briefly indi cated with the ignition key in position 2 Your BMW Service Advisor will determine D your vehicle s current service require ments by reading out the data stored in the master key 4 Additional information You can view additional information on service and maintenance procedures on the Control Display Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Service and press the controller 3 Select Service requirements and press the controller 4 Select Status and press the controller The display shows a list of selected service and maintenance procedures as well as legally mandated official inspections camh Service requirements a Status Se mpa r BT FF rf La Front brake pads a 1 Brake fluid GE Coolant Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 0
159. ing driv ing Then Status Active appears on the Control Display again Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Report of a flat tire 1 The warning lamp lights up in red A message appears on the Control Dis play In addition an acoustic signal sounds There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss 1 Cautiously reduce the vehicle speed to below 50 mph 80 km h Avoid sudden brak ing and steering maneuvers Do not exceed a vehicle speed of 50 mph 80 km h A If the vehicle is not as provided at the d factory equipped with run flat tires refer to page 172 stop driving Continued driving after a flat tire can result in serious accidents lt 2 Check the air pressure in all four tires at the next opportunity KR If the tire inflation pressure in all four tires is correct the Flat Tire Monitor may not have been initialized The system must then be initialized lt 3 Incase ofacomplete loss of the tire inflation pressure or obvious tire damage you can estimate the possible driving distance for continued driving base on the following ref erence values gt With low load 1 to 2 persons without luggage approx 155 miles 250 km gt With medium load 2 persons luggage compartment full or 4 persons without luggage approx 94 miles 150 km gt With full load 4 persons luggage compartment full approx 30 miles 50 km Drive reservedly and do not exceed
160. ion Based Service is not ensured lt 4 Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models Please consult your Service and Warranty Infor mation Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models for additional information regarding service requirements Have service and repair operations per ea formed at your BMW center Take the time to ensure that these service pro cedures are confirmed by entries in your vehi cle s Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models and Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models These entries verify that your vehicle has received the speci fied regular maintenance and may also be required when submitting warranty claims 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG OBD Socket Event Data Recorders Your vehicle may be equipped with one or more sensing and diagnostic modules or a recording device capable of recording or transmitting cer tain vehicle data or information In addition if you have a Subscription Service Agreement for mn the BMW Assist system certain vehicle infor mation may be transmitted or recorded in order to provide such services The Onboard Diagnostics OBD interface Care socket is located on the left of the driver s side under the instrument panel and under a cover The cover has the letters OBD on it The purpose of the OBD syst
161. ion N 2 Select sequential mode The correct gear will be selected and engaged automatically 189 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O Online Pa ri No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Technical data Technical data Engine specifications 645Ci Displacement cu in cm 268 4 4 398 Number of cylinders 8 Maximum output hp 325 at engine speed rom 6 100 Maximum torque lb ft Nm 330 450 at engine speed rom 3 600 Weights 645Ci Coupe 645Ci Convertible Curb weight lbs kg with manual transmission 3 81 1 715 4 178 1 895 with automatic transmission SMG 3 92 1 720 4 189 1 900 Approved gross weight lbs kg with manual transmission 4 619 2 095 4 960 2 250 with automatic transmission SMG 4 630 2 100 4 971 2 255 Load lbs kg 838 380 772 350 Approved front axle load lbs kg 2 2 1 1 030 2 381 1 080 Approved rear axle load lbs kg 2 913 1 140 2 78 1 260 Luggage compartment capacity cu ft l 15 9 450 10 6 300 Convertible with convertible top com 12 4 350 partment floor up refer to page 34 Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight 192 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Coupe dimensions np M pI ee T Ww 62 8 1 596 73 0 1 855 61 3 1 558 109 4 2 780 190 2 4 831 All dimensions in inches mm Minimum turning circle diameter 37 4 ft 11 4 m 193 Online Edi
162. ion marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires Tire size e g 205 60 R 15 91 W Nominal width in mm Aspect ratio in Radial type Rim diameter in inches Load rating not on ZR tires Speed rating before R on ZR tires Speed letter T up to 118 mph 190 km h H up to 131 mph 210 km h V up to 150 mph 240 km h W up to 167 mph 270 km h Y up to 186 mph 300 km h Tire Identification Number Tires with DOT codes meet the guidelines of the U S Department of Transport DOT code e g DOT xxxx xxx 3604 Manufacturer code for tire make Tire size and tire design Tire age Tire age The tire s date of manufacture is indicated on the sidewall DOT 3604 indicates that a tire was manufac tured in week 36 of the year 2004 BMW recommends replacing all tires at least every 6 years even if some tires may last for 10 years 170 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Tread wear 200 Traction AA Temperature A DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AAABC Temperature ABC All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades 4 Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under cont
163. ired have the battery inspected and recharged at your BMW center tS Never use spray fluids to start the engine lt 187 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O istance iving and receiving ass G Towing and tow starting FN Always observe all applicable towing laws and regulations lt FN Never allow passengers to ride in a towed vehicle for any reason lt 4 Use tow fitting The threaded tow fitting is stored in the tool kit mounted on the inside of the luggage compart ment under the floor mat refer to page 180 and should always remain in the vehicle It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW To avoid damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle observe the following only use the tow fitting that comes with the vehicle and screw it in as far as possible Use the tow fitting for towing only on roads Avoid lateral strains on the tow fitting e g do not the lift vehicle by the tow fitting 4 Access to screw thread Rectangular cover in bumper Press the arrow symbol of the cover Front Rear d SKT 188 Being towed Make sure that the ignition key is in posi tion 1 as otherwise the steering wheel could lock and it would be impossible to steer the vehicle There is no power assist with the engine stopped This then requires increased effort for braking and steering Active steering is deactivated and larger steering wheel move ment
164. ition key in position 1 or greater refer to page 54 gt Press the switch up to the resistance point The window continues to open for as long as you hold the switch gt Briefly press the switch beyond the resis tance point The window opens automatically Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch Convertible opening and closing windows To close the side windows while the vehi cle is being driven always close the rear windows first or all four windows simulta neously as otherwise the windows cannot close tightly at higher speeds lt Individually eg Se Ignition key in position 1 or greater refer to page 54 gt Press the switch up to the resistance point The window opens as long as you continue to hold the switch 36 gt Briefly press the switch beyond the resis tance point The window opens automatically Briefly press the switch again to stop the opening movement You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch The rear windows cannot be closed automatically with one touch Together 1 S Ignition key in position 1 or greater refer to page 54 1 Briefly press button 1 The LEDs in button 1 and switch 2 light up 2 Press switch 2 gt Up to the resistance point All windows continue to open for as long as you hold the switch You can close the windows in the same
165. itolay i 117 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG c e ee S gt Destination entry 3 Select Input map and press the controller LA Information UNITED STATES Zip code Town City Street House number A section of a map is displayed on the Con trol Display gt During destination guidance around the current destination gt With the destination guidance deacti vated around the last destination entered 4 Turnthe controller to change the scale Move the controller in the desired direction to move the map The controller can be moved to the left right forward backward and also diago nally 5 Press the controller to accept or save the destination at scales smaller than 1 mile 2 km The selected town city of destination and other menu items are displayed 6 Select the desired menu item gt Start route guidance switches the destination guidance on gt Show current position places the cur rent position back in the center of the map i 118 i gt Show destination position places the current destination in the center of the map gt Return to map switches back to Input map gt AJ Exit the menu zn TENE TENS Ey Saw a lm SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY STREET M Show current position Show destination position Return to map 7 Press the controller Selecting destination using information Yo
166. ive cruise control you can select a desired speed which is not only automatically maintained when driving on open roadways but also varied to maintain a selected distance set ting as slower traffic is encountered Active cruise control is a technological advance over the familiar cruise control and is awelcome relief from the constant adjustment of speed that can accompany driving in traffic on free ways or other high speed thoroughfares Espe Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG cially on longer trips the system can reduce fatigue and tension while increasing your enjoyment of driving Please use it safely and responsibly In addition to holding a steady cruising speed if you encounter slower vehicles ahead active cruise control will within the scope of given possibilities adjust your vehicle s speed auto matically so that one can flow with the traffic without having to make constant adjustments If for example while cruising at the selected speed you begin to approach a slower vehicle ahead of you in the same lane the system will reduce your vehicle s speed to the same as that of the vehicle ahead to maintain your selected distance setting between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead There are four settings for dis tance which are additionally soeed dependent Based on your selected distance setting the system automatically decreases the throttle setting and lightly applies the brakes if neces
167. l movements gt Cruise control The stored speed is reached more quickly when it is requested Additionally with SMG gt Gearshifts are faster gt The engine speed range is used optimally in the Drive mode With automatic transmission gt The Sport program is activated Activating system In ignition key position 2 press the SPORT but ton The LED in the button lights up and SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster Deactivating system gt Press the SPORT button again or gt engage reverse gear or gt switch off the engine The LED in the button and SPORT in the instru ment cluster go out Acceleration assistant with SMG The acceleration assistant enables optimized vehicle acceleration at racing car level on road surfaces with good adhesion when starting off Do not use the acceleration assistant too often as otherwise components will wear prematurely lt 1 Activate the Dynamic Driving Control 2 Press the DTC button refer to page 82 for longer than three seconds 3 Press the accelerator pedal down fully Kick down The ideal starting off engine speed is set gt To maintain driving stability do not deac tivate DSC if at all possible 4 59 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ka O E O Iving Dr Turn signals headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Using turn signals
168. language English US 2 Select the desired mode and press the con EY Navigation voice instructions on troller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Switching on hour signal You will hear three tones just before each full 4 Select Text language and press the con hour troller You can select a different language Select Hour memo and press the controller for the text displays R The hour signal is activated 5 Select the desired language and press the controller Setting date The setting is stored for the remote control cur Control Center for principle details refer to rently in use page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Display settings and press the controller 78 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 3 Select Date and press the controller 4 Select Set date and press the controller The first section of the date display is high lighted in this case the month Date format MMDD 5 Turn the controller to make the adjustment 6 Press the controller to apply the setting The next adjustment is highlighted 7 Make the remaining adjustments After the last adjustment the date is stored Changing date format 1 Select Date format and press the control ler 2 Select the desired format and press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use 79 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09
169. le services 160 End call 153 Engine breaking in 108 data 192 speed 192 Starting 54 starting difficulties 54 switching off 55 Engine compartment 175 Engine coolant 176 Engine oil checking the oil level 175 dipstick 175 specified engine oils 176 temperature 70 temperature gage 70 topping off 176 Engine output refer to Engine data 192 Engine speed refer to Engine specifications 192 Engine starting refer to Starting engine 54 Enter address for navigation 116 Entering destination 116 Entering the address 115 Entering the intersection 117 Entering the town city for navigation 116 Entering zip code for navigation 116 Entertainment 133 204 Entertainment settings 133 Entry map for destination 117 Entry to the rear 48 Equalizer refer to Tone control 135 ESN 140 ESP Electronic Stability Program refer to DSC Dynamic Stability Control 82 Exhaust system refer to Hot exhaust system 108 Exterior mirrors 49 automatic dimming feature 50 automatic heating 50 Eye for towing refer to Tow fitting 188 Eyes for lashing refer to Securing load 111 F Fader refer to Tone control 134 Failure messages refer to Check Control 71 False alarms refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms 35 Fastening safety belts refer to Safety belts 48 Fastest route for navigation 122 Fast forward CD changer 145 CD player 145
170. lear then your vehi cle will accelerate to the speed you have selected Be aware that changing to a clear unobstructed lane will also result in your vehicle accelerating Be certain to deactivate the system when you pull into an exit lane for a highway off ramp 4 Also vehicles traveling in a staggered manner on a highway may cause a delay in the system s reaction to a vehicle in front of you or may cause the system to react to a vehicle actually in the lane next to you Always be ready to take action or apply the brakes if necessary Active cruise control can only decelerate the vehicle to approx 20 mph 30 km h If the sys tem reduces vehicle speed below 20 mph 30 km h or if DSC ABS is engaged while driving the system will automatically deactivate Remember the system cannot stop your vehicle In addition the system is deacti vated whenever the driver applies the vehicle brakes shifts the transmission to neutral N or deactivates DSC After any deactivation the system will no longer automatically activate the vehicle brakes which means the driver must intervene and resume manual braking You should then reactivate the system only when you are fully aware of the prior speed and dis tance settings 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Active cruise control may brake when you reduce the stored desired speed however the driver must constantly monitor traffic and inter vene if necessary
171. leted If a number of these malfunctions occur simultaneously they are displayed in succession Less important messages are displayed for approx 20 seconds but continue to be stored To hide these messages during the display time Press the CHECK button on the turn signal lever Check Control symbol and message on Control Display OK No malfunctions detected in the moni MW tored systems Malfunctions detected in the monitored systems A Depending on the malfunction additional information appears on the Control Dis play The symbols also indicate the status of the ser vice requirement display refer to page 71 725 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG i Displaying stored messages Using CHECK button 1 Press the button longer The first stored message is displayed 2 Press the button new message appears each time you press the button Using Control Center Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation wr Entertainment 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Service and press the controller 4 Select Check Control messages and press the controller The stored messages appear on the display 73 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 5 Select a message and press the controller i mn
172. lfunction lt 182 Turn signals Roadside parking rear and brake lamp Backup lamp mh ND Reflector Rear turn signals z WW Bulb 21 watts PY 21 W The illustration shows the recess on the left side of the luggage compartment 1 Remove the cover 2 Unclip the bulb holder and remove 3 Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace ment License plate lamps ue gt Bulb 5 watts WY 5 W Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 1 Push a screwdriver from the left under the lamp and lever up the lamp to the right 2 Turn the bulb holder 90 to the left and remove 3 Remove and replace the bulb LEDs Light emitting diodes Light emitting diodes installed behind translu cent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle These light emitting diodes which operate using a concept similar to that applied in conventional lasers are officially designated as Class 1 light emitting diodes Do not remove the covers and never stare into the unfiltered light several hours as irritation of the retina could result 4 Changing a wheel Your BMW is equipped with run flat tires as standard An immediate wheel change in the event of a flat tire is therefore no longer required You will recognize run flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the ti
173. lly reads in the inserted CDs and is then ready for operation 146 Notes Data from CDs CD Rs and CD RWs can be played Safety notes The BMW CD drives are Class 1 laser products Do not operate if the cover is damaged otherwise severe eye damage can result Do not use self recorded CDs with labels applied as these can become detached during playback due to the development of heat and cause irreparable damage to the device Only use round CDs with a standard diameter of 4 7 in 12 cm and do not play CDs with an adapter e g Single CDs otherwise the CDs or the adapter can jam and may no longer be ejected Do not use a combined CD DVD e g DVDPIUS as otherwise the CD DVD can jam and will no longer eject lt Malfunctions To prevent illegal CD copying manufacturers often use copy protection This can mean than some CDs cannot be played or can only be played to a limited extent In this case please contact the CD dealer or manufacturer You may experience playback problems such as skips when using CD Rs CD RWs that you have copied at home If the CD that you have loaded in the drive does not play check to ensure that the CD has been inserted correctly and inspect it for signs of defects High levels of humidity can lead to condensa tion on the laser s scan lens and temporarily prevent it from reading the CD Always hold CDs by the edges do not touch the reflecting CD memory surface Care instructions
174. m 126 muting 51 repeating 51 126 switching on off 51 126 volume 126 Voice phone book 157 Volume 132 audio sources 132 portable phone 151 157 setting speed dependent 134 voice instructions 126 Volume adjustment in audio mode front to rear 134 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG W Warning lamps refer to Indicator warning lamps 13 Warning messages refer to Check Control 71 Warning triangle 186 Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 178 Washer fluid capacity of the reservoir 61 wiper system 61 Washer fluid reservoir 61 Water on roads refer to Driving through water 109 Waveband 136 WB 133 139 Wear indicators in tires refer to Minimum tread depth 171 Weights 192 Wheel tire combination refer to New wheels and tires 172 Wheel tire replacement refer to New wheels and tires 172 Wheelbase refer to Dimensions 193 Wheels and tires 168 Width refer to Dimensions 193 Wind deflector 42 Windows 35 convenience operation 30 31 opening and closing Convertible 36 opening and closing Coupe 36 rear window Convertible 37 Windshield washer nozzles 61 Windshield washer system refer to Washer wiper system 61 Windshield wiper blade replacement 180 Windshield wipers refer to Wiper washer system 60 Winter tires 172 setting speed limit 76 storage 173 Wiper blade replacem
175. m and no abbrevia tions Keep the doors windows and glass sun roof or convertible top closed to prevent interference from ambient noise Avoid background noises in the vehicle while speaking 24 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG uoljeBiaAenN juowuie 19 u3 SuUONeDUNWIWOD AIO GELTED ET EDS 25 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information for complete control of your vehicle Its extensive array of features and accessories both for driving and for your own safety comfort and convenience are described here Opening and closing Opening and closing The key set 1 1 Every master key with remote control con tains an extended life battery as a power supply which is charged automatically in the ignition lock as you drive You should use each master key at least twice a year in order to maintain the charge condition Depending on which master key is detected by the vehicle during unlocking different settings in the vehicle are requested and executed refer to Key Memory below 2 Spare key for storage in a safe place such as in your wallet This key does not fit in the locks of the lug gage compartment lid and the hotel func tion refer to page 32 This is an advantage when valet parking at a hotel for example The key is not intended for constant use New keys New addition
176. malfunction and the corresponding action required a Washer fluid level low Washer fluid Insufficient washer fluid in fluid reservoir Refill as soon as possible refer to Owner s Manual Sometimes warning lamps are also accompa nied by additional text messages on the Control Display which are displayed immediately Text messages which do not appear immediately are stored and can be displayed at a later time For details on displaying these messages later refer to Check Control on page 71 Entertainment Navigation v O a D c lt Driving tips Communications a v Ee u a a All around the center console controls and displays 14 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 10 11 Coupe glass sunroof electric with raise function 37 Microphone for portable phone 151 Convertible microphone on steering column Reading lamps 93 Interiorlamps 93 Microphone for voice command system 22 Convertible microphone on steering column Coupe initiating emergency call 185 Convertible initiating emergency call 185 Control Display 16 Hazard warning flashers Central locking system 31 Automatic climate control 94 TEMP Temperature setting left right 95 _ Automatic air distribution and AUTO Volume 95 Les Cooling function 95 AUC Automatic recirculated air y control 95 ee Maximum cooling 95 Te Residual heat mod
177. mpartment lid is closed it is locked again and monitored Switching off alarm gt Unlock the vehicle using the remote control refer to page 29 gt orturn the ignition key to position 1 refer to page 54 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Indicator lamp displays UF gt The indicator lamp below the interior rear view mirror flashes continuously the sys tem is armed gt The indicator lamp flashes after locking door s or luggage compartment lid are not completely closed Even if you do not close the alerted area the system begins to mon itor the remaining areas and the indicator lamp flashes continuously after approx 10 seconds However the interior motion sensor is not activated gt The indicator lamp goes out after unlocking no manipulation or attempted intrusions have been detected in the period since the system was armed gt After unlocking the indicator lamp flashes until the key is inserted into the ignition lock but will not do so for longer than roughly 5 minutes an attempted entry has been detected in the period since the sys tem was armed Tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Tilt alarm sensor Monitors the inclination of the vehicle The alarm system reacts for example if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle Interior motion sensor Coupe In order for the interior motion sensor to func tion properly the windo
178. n Entertainment Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Move the controller backward to open Entertainment i Presets 1103 5 299 3 3 WNYC A 4 3 skid b97 5 7 KROQ You have the following choices FM or AM select radio reception WB call up Weather Band station SAT select satellite radio CD select CD player or CD changer Set depending on each audio source other settings can be made e g on the radio updating stations with best reception storing stations tone control playing sta tions To switch the sound output for entertainment on off Press button 1 next to the CD player m This symbol on the Control Display indi cates that sound output is switched off Turn button 1 next to the CD player until the desired volume is set The volume can also be set on the steering wheel The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use 8 100 5 You can alter various tone settings e g treble and bass or the speed dependent volume increase The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use Control Center for principle details refer to page 1 Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation Entertainment Press controller to open the jmenu Select Entertainment settings and press the controller C Display off a Traffic Info settings J Display setti
179. n excessive load on the battery only operate the convertible top with the engine running if possible Before closing the convertible top remove for eign bodies from the windshield frame as these might inhibit closing of the convertible top 4 K 40 1 Closing 2 LED 3 Opening gt When the button for top operation is Lk _ pressed the side windows move down ward slightly the rear window is lowered com pletely If you hold down the button after the LED 2 goes out the windows are raised again If the opening or closing action is not com pleted the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened lt 4 LED In the following situations in addition to the LED a message is displayed on the Control Display and an acoustic signal may sound gt During convertible top operation the LED lights up green It goes out as soon as the opening or closing action is ended gt Ifthe LED flashes red when you release the button the opening or closing action has not yet finished gt Ifthe LED lights up red when the button is pressed either the floor of the convertible top storage compartment in the luggage compartment is in the raised position or a malfunction has occurred The convertible top cannot be moved Interruption The automatic sequence of movements is interrupted immediately if the button for top operation is released The sequence can be continued in the desired direction using the button If the o
180. n installed on your vehicle BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workmanship BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accesso ries not approved by BMW BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehi cle its operation or its occupants Genuine BMW Parts BMW Accessories and other products approved by BMW together with professional advice on using these items are available from all BMW centers Installation and operation of non BMW approved accessories such as alarms radios amplifiers radar detectors wheels suspension components brake dust shields telephones including operation of any mobile phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna or transceiver equipment for instance CBs walkie talkies ham radios or similar accessories may cause extensive dam age to the vehicle compromise its safety inter fere with the vehicle s electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty Refer to your BMW center for additional informa tion 4 gt Maintenance replacement or repair of the emission control devices and sys tems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any cer tified automotive part Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Service and warranty
181. n the event of an electrical malfunction you can turn the key all the way to the right or left in the door lock to lock or unlock the driver s door Opening and closing from inside This button serves to unlock or lock doors and the luggage compartment lid but does not acti vate the anti theft system The fuel filler door remains unlocked You can also make the following settings gt The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle after a short time when no door has been opened gt The central locking system automatically locks the vehicle as soon as you start to drive Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the jmenu 2 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 31 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Opening and closing 3 Select Door locks and press the control ler 4 Select Central locking and press the con troller 25 Door locks Confirmation All doors After opening door nl Unlock button Last seat pos O Relock door if not opened GY Lock after driving 5 Select Relock door if not opened or Lock after driving 6 Press the controller r The setting is selected The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Unlocking and opening the doors gt Either unlock both doors at the same time with the button for the central locking sys tem and then pull the door handl
182. nces mean that even wheels and tires with identical official size ratings could actually have different dimensions than the approved units these differences could lead to body contact and with it the risk of severe acci dents If non approved wheels and tires are used BMW cannot evaluate their suitability and therefore cannot be held liable for driving safety lt You can find out the right wheel tire combina tion from your BMW center The right wheel and tire combination is another vital factor in ensuring reliable opera tion of various vehicle systems such as ABS and DSC To maintain good handling and vehicle response use only tires of a single tread config uration from a single manufacturer After a flat tire always remember to have the specified wheel and tire combination remounted on the vehicle as soon as possible Recommended tire brands BMW tests certain tire brands for each tire size classifies them as road safe and approves them Consult your BMW center for more infor mation Observe any country specific regula tions e g on making a corresponding entry in the vehicle documents The factory mounted tires have been specially selected to provide optimized performance when installed on your vehicle if properly cared for they will provide a combination of safety and excellent ride comfort Special characteristics of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for use in cold winter driving conditions Alt
183. necting jumper cables lt 4 In your BMW the so called jump starting termi nal in the engine compartment serves as the battery positive terminal also refer to engine compartment essentials on page 175 The symbol is embossed on the cover 1 Fold open the cover of the BMW jump starting terminal To do so pull the tab 2 Attach one end of the jumper cable plus to the positive terminal of the battery or a jump starting terminal of the vehicle provid ing assistance 3 Attach the second end of the cable to the positive terminal of the battery or to a jump starting terminal of the vehicle to be started 3 Your BMW has a special nut as body ground or negative pole 4 Attach one end of the jumper cable minus to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the vehicle providing assistance 5 Attach the second end of the cable to the negative terminal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started Starting engine 1 Start the engine on the assisting vehicle and allow it to run for several minutes at increased speed M Start the engine on the other vehicle in the usual way If the first start attempt is not successful wait a few minutes before another attempt in order to allow the discharged battery to recharge Sd Let the engines run for a few minutes Disconnect the jumper cables by reversing the connection sequence If requ
184. ng ahead The system requests that you intervene by braking or with an evasive maneuver The display 2 flashes red and a sig nal sounds The active cruise con trol cannot automatically restore the distance to the vehicle driving ahead You will find more detailed information on page 67 Automatic intervention by ABS or DSC or you actuate the parking brake while driving The display 2 flashes yellow The active cruise control now only intervenes by braking 64 Desired speed store and increase ia j i a LA Press the lever forward 1 at a driving speed of more than approx 20 mph 30 km h The system adopts and stores your current speed as a desired speed This speed is indi cated on the speedometer and displayed briefly in the instrument cluster Subsequently pressing forward increases the desired speed to the next multiple of 5 mph 10 km h Each time the lever is pressed forward again the desired speed is increased by another 5 mph 10 km h until a maximum of 110 mph 180 km h is reached The speed then displayed is stored and achieved provided that the road is clear gt If the display ACC mph km h briefly appears in the instrument cluster it might be that conditions necessary for operation are not currently being met To call up Check Control messages refer to page 71 4 Desired speed store and decrease Pull back the lever 2 The current driving speed is rounded off to the next
185. ng off engine 55 Switching off the interior motion sensor 35 Switching off the tilt alarm sensor 35 Switching on audio 132 CD changer 132 CD player 132 radio 132 Switching on hour signal 78 Switching the cooling function on and off 95 Swiveling headlamps refer to Adaptive Head Light 92 Symbols 4 indicator and warning lamps 13 T Tachometer 69 Tail lamps 182 replacing bulbs 182 Tank capacity refer to Fuel tank capacity 166 Target cursor for navigation 118 Technical changes refer to For your own safety 6 Technical data 192 Telematik refer to TeleService BMW Assist 159 Telephone refer to Portable phone 150 refer to separate Owner s Manual Telephone list 51 211 eb S O t O en ag Everything from A to Z TeleService 159 enabling 159 services offered 160 Temperature display ice warning 69 outside temperature 69 setting measurement units 69 Temperature gage engine oil 70 Tempomat refer to Cruise control 61 Terminate services 162 Text language 78 Theater 135 The individual vehicle 5 Tilt function passenger side mirror 47 Time 78 Time 1 for independent ventilation 98 Time 2 for independent ventilation 98 Time format 78 Timer refer to Preselecting activation time 98 Tire pressure monitoring refer to Flat Tire Monitor 84 Tire Quality Grading 170 Tires age 170
186. ngage the clutch gently After component replacement You should also comply with these break in procedures should the components mentioned above need to be replaced at a later point General driving notes Close the luggage compartment lid Operate the vehicle only when the lug gage compartment lid is completely closed Otherwise exhaust fumes could pene trate to the interior of the vehicle 4 If special circumstances should make it abso lutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the luggage compartment lid open 1 Coupe close both windows and the glass sunroof Convertible with closed top close all win dows 2 Adjust the automatic climate control to sup ply a high air volume refer to page 95 Hot exhaust system As in all vehicles equipped with a catalytic converter extremely high temperatures are generated in this vehicle Do not remove the heat shields installed adjacent to various sec tions of the exhaust system and never apply undercoating to them When driving standing at idle and while parking take care to avoid pos sible contact between the hot exhaust system and any highly flammable materials such as hay leaves grass etc Such contact could lead to a fire and with it the risk of serious property dam age as well as personal injury Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Mobile communication devices in vehicle BMW advises against using mobile com munication
187. nger of burns If you note any indication of system malfunc tion if you wish to have an airbag deactivated or if the airbag retention system Is triggered in response to an accident you should always entrust all inspection repair and dismantling operations to your BMW center Unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag activation either of which could result in per sonal injury 4 Airbag warning information is also provided on the sun visors Operational readiness of airbag system A From ignition key position 1 the warning lamp lights up briefly indicating the operational readiness of the entire airbag system and the belt tensioners Airbag system malfunction gt The warning lamp does not light up as of ignition key position 1 gt The warning lamp lights up continuously Have the airbag system checked immedi EN ately if a malfunction occurs as otherwise there is a danger of the system not responding in the expected manner to an impact occurring within its normal response range lt 4 Convertible Rollover protection system The rollover protection system is automatically activated in the event of an accident or a critical driving situation extreme inclination on the lon gitudinal or transverse axis or loss of ground contact The rollover bars located behind the rear head restraints are deployed within frac tions of a second As a supplement
188. ngs sf Vehicle settings gt Service ie Communication settings Select Audio and press the controller 133 The tone settings can also be selected if you have opened Entertainment in the start menu Select Set or Tone and press the controller Select Treble Bass and press the con troller Audio D ia Balance Fader Speecd gt d CASE min Move the controller to the left or right to select Treble or Bass NZ Audio j n i CENS Treble Turn the controller until the desired setting Is selected You can set the right left and front rear volume balance in the same manner as Treble Bass The speed dependent volume control auto matically increases the volume with increasing speed You can set various stages for the increase in volume 134 Select Speed volume and press the con troller E Audio la Bass Balance Fader Speed dependent volume I min Turn the controller The adjustment is applied the field can be changed i Wz Audio Speed volurrie speed dependent volume h 4 TI min _ You can select a spatial sound effect that improves the spatial acoustics in all frequency ranges Select LOGIC7 and press the controller Audio A lance Fader Speed volume Ort Concert hall Theater Select Concert hall or Theater Hi Audios You can reset all tone settings e
189. nline Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG TeleService BMW Assist 5 Select Service Status and press the con troller ls BMW Service settings Profile Enable services Currently no services enabled 6 Select Enable services and press the con troller TeleService and if applicable BMW Assist is enabled data exchange with the service center starts 1 BMW Service settings 1 Service Status gt Progress Pitti itit E Data exchange active Enabling takes a few minutes The status is dis played on the Control Display If you open another menu the enable process continues to run in the background Services offered The following special aspects apply to the ser vices of TeleService and BMW Assist gt The range of services offered varies from country to country gt Voice contact is established or data are transferred in dependence on the equip ment and the country In some countries both are also possible gt The data that is transferred can be the vehi cle data your current position or the data of CBS Condition Based Service Automatic service notification The data on the service status of your vehicle or on legally mandated inspections is transmitted automatically directly to your BMW center prior to the due date You can check when the BMW center is notified Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open start menu Press controll
190. not locked refer to page 31 The anti theft system is automatically activated whenever you activate the central locking sys tem from outside the vehicle It prevents the doors from being unlocked using the lock but tons or door handles The alarm system is armed disarmed at the same time The dome light is also switched on and off with the remote control You can find more detailed information on the alarm system on page 34 In the event of a serious accident the central locking system unlocks automatically The haz ard warning flashers and interior lamps also switch on Opening and closing from outside Using the remote control gt Protect the remote control against unau thorized use by handing over only the spare key for example when using hotel valet parking 4 ka O E O Because any persons or animals left unat tended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside you should always keep the remote control with you this precaution ensures that you will remain able to unlock the vehicle from the outside at all times lt 4 Unlocking Use the 8 button to unlock the vehicle depending on the setting Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the jmenu 2 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 3 Select Door locks and press the control ler 4 Select Central locking and press the con troller 5 Select Unlock button and p
191. not terminate the starting operation too early but after approx 20 seconds at the latest When the engine starts release the ignition key immediately Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG SMG Sequential manual transmission and automatic transmission Your BMW is equipped with the convenience starting feature It is sufficient to turn the igni tion key only briefly to position 3 and then release it right away The system responds by automatically engaging the starter for a certain period and allowing it to run until the engine starts after which it then disengages automati cally SMG Sequential manual transmission 1 Press the brake pedal 2 Engage selector lever position N 3 Start the engine TS If the engine does not start engage the last gear selected again refer to instru ment cluster display and then shift into posi tion N lt Automatic transmission with Steptronic 1 Press the brake pedal 2 Engage selector lever position P or N 3 Start the engine Switching off engine Do not remove the ignition key while the vehicle is rolling as otherwise the steer ing wheel lock will immobilize the steering When leaving the vehicle remove the ignition key and lock the steering When parking on a downhill incline apply the handbrake as otherwise the vehicle could roll away 4 Manual transmission 1 Turn the ignition key to position 1 or O 2 Shift into first gear or reve
192. nt units for consumption distances temperature and pressure 1 Open the jmenu 2 Select Display settings and press the controller 77 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Everything under control 3 Select Units and press the controller Setting time Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 Fuel consumpt mpg 1 Open the jmenu Distance mis 2 Select Display settings and press the Pressure psi controller Temperature F 3 Select Time and press the controller 4 Brightness Languages Date Display Brighnep Set time 11 41 AM Select the menuitem to be set Time format 12 hour format 5 Press the controller R Hour memo 6 Select the desired measurement unit and press the controller The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use 4 Select Set time and press the controller Language on Control Display The hours are selected Control Center for principle details refer to A page 16 Turn the controller to set the hours A 6 Press the controller to apply the setting 1 Open the j menu The next adjustment is highlighted 2 Select Display settings and press the 7 Make the remaining adjustments After the controller last adjustment the time is stored 3 Select Languages and press the control ler 12h 24h mode 1 Select Time format and press the control LA Display Brightness lee Text
193. nter for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Address book and press the con troller The stored entries are displayed on the Control Display 120 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG l gP Address book JAD J OP RST W Z ADAM DR TOM JULIA OFFICE PETER Select the entry and press the controller To start destination guidance Select Start guidance and press the control ler i Address book A D 34 P RST W Z Edit address Delete entry JULIA PETER Control Center for principle details refer to page Select Address book and press the con troller Select the entry and press the controller Select Edit address and press the con troller o gt Address book A D P RST W Z Start guidance Delete entry JULIA PETER Change the entry For operation refer to Entering a destina tion manually page Control Center for principle details refer to page 1 Select Address book and press the con troller Select the entry and press the controller Select Delete entry and press the control ler a Address book A D P RST W Z Start guidance Edit address JULIA PETER Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 Open start menu Press the controller to open the jmenu Select Vehicle settings and press the controller Select Delete data and press the control ler
194. ntrol ler gt To display information on the destina tion Select Information on destination 7 Press the controller O z gt Z 9 Select a menu item gt To apply the address in the destination list and start the destination guidance Select Select as destination and press the controller gt To delete all entries Select Delete list Destination guid ance is switched off gt To delete the entry Select Delete entry gt To set up a telephone connection Select Call and press the controller gt Tochange the entry Select Edit For operation refer to Entering destination page 116 To exit from the menu 453 Select the arrow and press the controller 4 Navigation i Destination list The destination list shows the last 20 entered destinations as well as the current destination of the destination guidance se This symbol Information on destination marks the current destination Delete entry Delete list Arrow display Add th es hook 4 Press the controller 119 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Destination entry Address book Opening address book Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 4 vigation Car Data I7 New destination ime SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WA Route preference Arrow display Select Address book and press the controller
195. ntrol Display 3 Select a route criterion for the route gt With highways Freeways and major traffic arteries are given priority gt Avoid highways Freeways are avoided where possible gt Fast route Shortest time using combination of smallest possible distance and sections where fast driving is possible gt Short route Shortest distance without consideration of the time 4 Press the controller Avoid highways Fast route Short route Dynamic route Avoid tollraacs r The route criterion is highlighted 5 If necessary select an additional route cri terion and then press the controller gt Dynamic route Automatic changing of the route in case of traffic congestion Depending on the road type and the type and length of the 122 i Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG traffic congestion the route can also be calculated so that it is routed through the traffic congestion gt Avoid tollroads Tollroads are avoided where possible gt Avoid ferries Ferries are avoided where possible To exit from the menu 45 Select the arrow and press the controller The route is planned according to fixed rules Here the road type is taken into account e g whether freeways or winding roads are con cerned The road types are stored on the navi gation DVD As a result the routes recom mended by the navigation system may not always be the same ones that you would choose
196. ntrol Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation Entertainment 2 Move the controller to the right to open Navigation 3 Select Navigation and press the control ler 1 Car Data Address boch New destination Pee SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY WA Route preference Arrow display Entering a destination manually The system supports the word matching princi ple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns cities This enables input of different spellings and supplements your input automatically so that stored city and street names can be applied as destinations as quickly as possible e ee gt Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select New destination and press the controller a t Navigation 7 1 SANTA BARBARA MONTERREY ST MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY Wy Route Dre ference Arrow disnlau 115 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Destination entry 3 Select Enter address and press the con troller a hat From address book UNITED STATES Town City Street House number Start quidance The system also supports you with the follow ing features gt If you do not ente
197. o not place glass containers in the cup holders This would lead to an increased risk of injury in the event of an accident lt Ashtray Opening Press the trim strip of the cover Emptying Press the opened cover beyond the resistance point refer to arrow The ashtray lifts up for removal Cigarette lighter In ignition key position 2 press in the cigarette lighter The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns Always remove the ignition key when you leave the vehicle so that for example children are unable to use the cigarette lighter and burn themselves 4 Socket When the ignition key is in position 2 the lighter socket can be used to plug in hand flashlights car vacuum cleaners etc with power ratings of up to approx 200 W at 12 V Avoid damaging the socket due to inserting plugs of different shapes or sizes 103 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ka O E O ior accessories Practical inter Socket In front passenger footwell Access to the socket Fold the cover upward Ski bag It permits safe and clean transport of up to two pairs of standard skies or one snowboard You can use the ski bag to stow skis up to 6 9 ft 2 10 m long Loading 1 Press the button downward and pull the filler element forwa
198. o operation at normal speed whenever the vehicle is stationary Rain sensor Wiper operation is controlled automatically as a function of the rain intensity The rain sensor is located on the windshield directly in front of the interior rearview mirror Activating rain sensor Press button The LED in the button lights up Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Turn the serrated dial 5 Deactivating rain sensor Press the button again The LED goes out Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash Failure to do so could result in damage caused by undes ired wiper activation 4 Cleaning windshield and headlamps The system sprays washer fluid against the windshield and activates the wipers for a brief period When the vehicle lighting system is switched on the headlamps are also cleaned at regular and appropriate intervals Do not use the washers if there is any danger that the fluid will freeze on the windshield If you do so your vision could be obscured To avoid freezing use a washer fluid antifreeze refer to Washer fluid Do not use washers when the washer fluid res ervoir is empty as otherwise the washer pump will be damaged 4 Windshield washer nozzles The windshield washer nozzles are automati cally heated in ignition key position 2 Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable Always keep it well away from sparks and open flames and store it in tightly clos
199. olume of voice instructions 126 Destination list 119 Destinations recently driven to 119 Dial for portable phone 152 Dial number 152 Diamond button 51 Digital clock 69 Dimensions Convertible 194 Coupe 193 Dipstick for engine oil 175 Directional indicators refer to Turn signals 60 Direction announcements refer to Voice Instructions 126 Direction instructions refer to Voice instructions 126 Directory refer to Phone book 153 Directory for navigation refer to Address book 120 Disc brakes 109 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Displacement refer to Engine data 192 Display refer to Control Center 16 Display off 21 Displays refer to Instrument cluster 12 Display settings 77 Displays on the windshield refer to Head Up Display 88 Disposal vehicle battery 183 Distance refer to Computer 75 Distance control refer to Active cruise control 62 Distance to dest 75 Distance to destination refer to Computer 75 Distance warning refer to PDC Park Distance Control 80 Door entry lighting 93 Door keys 28 Door lock 31 Door locks 29 Doors Manual operation 31 remote control 30 DOT Quality Grades 170 Draft free ventilation 97 Driver s door only 29 Driving lamps refer to Parking lamps low beams 91 Driving notes 108 Driving route refer to Displaying the route 127 Driving stability control systems 82 Driving through water
200. ons in the individual wheels The DSC is operational every time you start the engine The laws of physics cannot be repealed EN even with DSC An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver Therefore do not reduce the additional safety margin again by taking risks lt DTC Dynamic Traction Control DTC is a variant of DSC for special road condi tions e g uncleared snow covered roads that is optimized for forward momentum The sys tem ensures maximum forward momentum but with limited driving stability Therefore drive with the corresponding caution You may find it useful to briefly activate DTC under the following special circumstances gt When driving on snow covered uphill grades in slushy snow or on uncleared snow covered roads gt When rocking a stuck vehicle free or when starting off in deep snow or on loose ground gt When driving with snow chains 82 Activating DTC Press the button the DTC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up Deactivating DTC again Press the button again the DTC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out Deactivating DTC and DSC together Le Press the button until the DSC indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up however not longer than approx 10 seconds Interventions promoting stability and forward momentum will no longer be carried out In addition the stability promoting intervention of the activ
201. or and turn the ignition key to position O or 2 refer to page 54 2 Press the desired memory button 1 2 or 3 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed If the button was pressed inadvertently Press the button again the indicator lamp goes out Position stored in key The positions of the driver s seat the external rearview mirrors and steering wheel are stored for the remote key currently in use You can choose when the position is requested gt Request when unlocking vehicle gt Request when opening driver s door Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Vehicle settings and press the controller 3 Select Door locks and press the control ler 4 Select Central locking and press the con troller 5 Select Last seat pos and press the con troller 6 Select After unlocking or After opening door and press the controller Door locks Central locking pu doors eactivated NES qu pened O Lock after driving Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG To cancel the request Select Deactivated and press the controller When using this function always make sure that the footwell behind the driver s seat is empty and unobstructed Failure to do so could cause injury or damage to persons or objects behind the seat as a result of a rearward movement of the seat lt Tilt
202. or the system deactivates itself In the Drive mode the SMG acts similarly to the automatic transmission in the D position ka O E O Operating active cruise control 1 Activate system store and increase desired speed 2 Activate system store and decrease desired speed 3 Deactivate system 4 Recall the stored speed and distance or increase desired speed by 1 mph 1 km h with each press of the button 5 Select distance to vehicle driving ahead You can choose from four available distance settings You will find more detailed infor mation on page 65 Adjust your desired speed to the traffic conditions and remain ready to brake at all times Great differences in speed to the vehi cles driving ahead e g when quickly approach ing atruck or when another vehicle swerves into your lane cannot be compensated for by the system 4 63 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Displays in instrument cluster LE 4 mpor 1 Stored desired speed display 2 Detected vehicle display Lights up when vehicle driving ahead is detected 3 Selected distance to vehicle driving ahead 4 Digital speed display Appears briefly when you select your desired speed The system is activated The display 3 appears as soon as you activate the system and no vehicle is detected driving ahead Vehicle detected The display 2 lights up yellow when a vehicle is detected drivi
203. oved gross vehicle weight or either of the approved axle loads refer to page 192 as excessive loads can pose a safety hazard and may also place you in viola tion of freeway safety laws You should never transport heavy or hard objects unsecured in the passenger compart ment as they could fly around and pose a safety hazard to the vehicle s occupants during abrupt braking or evasive maneuver lt 4 Pad on bottom of luggage compartment If required you can use the pad e g to transport dirty or soiled objects The rubberized side is washable and has an anti slip effect 111 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG LI Jmme Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 09 04 BMW AG Online Edition for Part NesR SSSR i ion system t ing naviga Start Starting navigation system Your navigation system can use satellites to ascertain the precise position of your vehicle and guide you reliably to any destination you enter Navigation DVD Special navigation DVDs are required for each navigation system You can obtain the latest version at your BMW center Inserting navigation DVD i i k l m 1 Insert the navigation DVD with the labeled side up 2 Allow approx 8 seconds for the system to scan the data from the DVD Removing navigation DVD 1 Press button 1 The DVD emerges slightly from the drive 2 Remove the DVD 114 Display in assistance window You can display the ro
204. pening or closing action is interrupted for a longer period the convertible top remains in that position for approx 15 minutes before it slowly moves to a stable position A convertible top which is not completely opened or closed presents a danger Do not interrupt and continue the closing action several times in succession as otherwise the top mechanism can be damaged 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt If the opening or closing action is not completed the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened lt 4 Convenience operation with the remote control and via the door lock Refer to pages 30 and 31 Manual closing in the event of an electrical malfunction Only close the convertible top manually if absolutely necessary never open it man ually The convertible top compartment lid can not be locked in the event of an electrical mal function and would open while the vehicle is being driven Improper handling can lead to damage 4 Before closing 1 Open the luggage compartment lid 2 Take the Allen wrench and the screwdriver from the on board tool kit refer to page 180 3 Lever out the two buttons in the luggage compartment with the screwdriver and then pull firmly The convertible top compart ment lid is unlocked 4 Close the luggage compartment lid gt During manual convertible top opera _ tion the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened lt 4 5
205. play For example if you have selected CD the system will read aloud possible voice com mands for operating the CD player and the CD changer mt Options lt Opening help we Helpt Using alternative voice commands There are often anumber of commands to runa function e g wt Information menu or gt i menu Calling up functions directly With short commands you can carry out certain functions directly regardless of which menu item is selected refer to page 196 Opening the start menu mt Main menu S i O G J lt An example selecting a track 1 Press the EF button in the steering wheel or on the center console at 2 Entertainmentt The System outputs Entertainment Fii feri wt 3 CD The System outputs CD lt nf 4 Select a track e g gt Track 1 The System outputs Track 1 23 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Voice command system Notes D The portable phone can also be operated by voice commands refer to page 156 4 For voice commands bear the following in mind gt Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume avoiding excessive emphasis and pauses Speak the names of radio stations in the language of the voice command system or use the pronunciation commonly used by the station For entries in the voice activated phone book only use names in the language of the voice command syste
206. playing Input map 117 Opening Information 118 Displaying the address book 120 Displaying the route criteria 122 Displaying arrow view 127 Displaying route map 127 196 item is selected Here are the important short commands for the voice command system Command Phones Dial number A to Z Call or Dial name Top 8 Redial Received calls lt Missed calls lt SMS Bluetooth BMW Assist Command Current positiont Enter address or New destinationt Input map Information menus Address book or gt From address book Route preference Arrow display Map Map facing northt or Map direction of travel Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Function Changing scale 127 Displaying streets and towns cities of the route 127 Onboard information Function Displaying the computer 75 Displaying the trip computer 75 Setting speed limit 76 Starting the stopwatch 77 Entertainment Function Switching on radio 136 Opening FM 136 Opening AM 136 Selecting the radio station 136 Opening Presets 136 Selecting stored stations 136 Opening Manual 137 Opening the radio station with the best reception 138 Opening CD 143 SelectingaCD 143 Selecting atrack 144 Climate Function Opening Vent settings 96 Opening Automatic programs 97 Opening Parked car operation 98 Opening Automatic ventilation 98 Displaying the activa
207. please observe the adjustment instructions on page 44 lt Before every drive make sure that safety belts are being worn at all of the occupied seats Air bags complement the safety belt as an addi tional safety device but they do not represent a substitute Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle Releasing 1 Hold the belt firmly 2 Press the red button in the belt buckle 3 Guide the belt into its reel The shoulder strap s anchorage point will be in the correct position for adults of every build if the seat is correctly adjusted refer to page 44 Safety belt reminder for driver s seat and passenger seat The indicator lamp lights up and a sig A nal sounds A message also appears on the Control Display Please check whether safety belts are being worn correctly The safety belt reminder is operative at speeds above approx 5 mph 8 km h It can also be acti vated if objects are placed onto the passenger seat Damage to safety belts FN If the safety belts are damaged or stretched in an accident have the entire belt system including the tensioning mecha nisms replaced at your BMW center Have the belt anchorage points inspected for damage at the same time Failure to observe this precau tion may prevent the safety belts from effec tively providing optimal protection when needed lt ka O E
208. pproach a slower vehicle ahead it is important to be aware that the ability of the sys tem to apply the brakes is also limited if you are driving down a steep grade or when you reduce your desired speed sharply The system cannot stop your vehicle It uses only a portion of brak ing system capacity and does not utilize the full capacity of the vehicle braking system There fore the system cannot decrease your speed for large differences in speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead Examples during emergency braking when you approach a vehi cle traveling at a much lower speed than your own speed such as when approaching a toll booth or when a much slower vehicle cuts in front of you at close range lt 4 Whenever active cruise control recognizes asituation that requires driver braking because the system capacity has been reached or has been exceeded the system alerts the driver by flashing this symbol in the instru ment cluster and sounding a signal 67 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ka O E O When a vehicle moves from an adjacent lane into your lane active cruise control will not recognize this vehicle until it is fully in your lane ahead of your vehicle Malfunction a i The indicator lamp lights up and a mes Pere sage appears on the Control Display L The build up of foreign matter e g snow ice dirt road debris etc can lead to reduced det
209. precaution can prevent the belt from providing effective protection against injury as the passenger could slide under the belt in an accident Make sure that the footwell behind the driver s and front passenger s seat is empty and unob structed If you fail to do so any persons or objects behind the seat could be injured or damaged by a rearward movement of the seat lt Also observe the instructions regarding dam age to the safety belt on page 49 Convertible with the wind deflector fitted do not incline the front seat backrests too far backward if the seat is to be moved back to the end position as otherwise the wind deflec tor will be damaged 4 Seat adjustment To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection please observe the adjustment instructions above 3 123 4 5 FTA g 1 Inclination 2 Longitudinal direction 3 Height 4 Backrest 5 Convertible head restraints refer to page 47 With the sports seat you can also adjust the thigh support manually Pull the lever and move the thigh support in a longitudinal direction Lumbar support adjustment You can also adjust the contours of the backrest to obtain additional support in the lumbar region The upper hips and spinal column receive sup plementary support to help you maintain a relaxed upright sitting position gt Increase or decrease curvature Press front or rear of switch gt
210. press the controller 76 3 Select Limit and press the controller i G Car Data CRT Stopwatch 50 mph Select current speed O On Select the speed and press the controller 5 Turnthe controller to set the limit If neces sary hold it against a slight resistance to enter a greater difference 6 Press the controller to apply the setting Applying your current speed as limit Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Navigation On vehicles without navigation system Open Car Data 2 Select Car Data and press the controller 3 Select Limit and press the controller 4 Select Select current speed and press the controller The system applies your cur rent speed as the limit Activating limit Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Navigation On vehicles without navigation system Open Car Data 2 Select Car Data and press the controller 3 Select Limit and press the controller 4 Select On and press the controller r Limit is activated Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Stopwatch Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Navigation On vehicles without navigation system Open Car Data 2 Select Car Data and press the controller 3 Select Stopwatch and press the control ler D Car Data q Trip computer Limit 00 06 13 Interim time 00
211. r ee fir onl roan Waited ek ay Current pathir Trip compte 7 E oo Orbnard into TANTE OE a AH PSI EL Rs Switching Control Display on off To switch off the Control Display 1 Press the MENU button This opens the start menu 2 Press the controller to open the menu 3 Select Display off and press the control ler Entertainment settings Traffic Info settings Display settings o Vehicle settings Service Communication settings i To switch on the Control Display Press the controller 21 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG j At a glance LL e thes pe e Driving tips NET EL LOLA Communications Entertainment Mobility oO eb tes eb Gen 63 x Voice command system Voice command system The concept The voice command system allows you to con trol operation of various vehicle systems with out ever removing your hands from the steering wheel Individual menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands This frees you of having to use the controller The voice command system transforms your oral commands into control signals for the selected systems and provides support in the form of instructions or questions The voice command system includes a special microphone The microphone is located gt Inthe Coupe near the interior rearview mir ror refer to page
212. r ER To start scan press and hold the button for the desired direction To stop scan press the button Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select FM or AM 2 Press the controller 3 Press the controller again Other menu items are displayed 4 Select Scan and press the controller Scan starts To stop the scan Ms 2 Press the controller Select Scan and press the controller This cancels the scan search and the radio remains on the current station Selecting frequency manually Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select FM or AM 2 Press the controller 3 Move the controller forward to change 5 fields Select Manual and press the controller E FM O Par i O Par LLI Autostore Prosnte Turn the controller to set a certain fre quency 137 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG If you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set you can update the list of stations with the best reception Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 Select FM or AM Press the controller Move the controller forward to change fields Select Autostore and press the controller Manual Presets Press the controller again Other menu items are displayed Select Autostore and press the controller
213. r the vehicle speed increases by roughly 1 mph 1 km h Press the lever up to the resistance point and hold it The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal The system maintains and stores your current speed as soon as you release the lever Press the lever beyond the resistance point The speed increases by 5 mph 10 km h The vehicle may accelerate beyond the regu lated speed on steep downhill stretches where the engine s braking effect alone may not be sufficient to slow the vehicle Speed can drop on uphill grades if the engine output is insuffi cient Maintaining speed storing speed and decelerating Pull the lever 2 Functions are the same as 1 only the vehicle speed is reduced 62 Interrupting cruise control With the cruise control active briefly press the lever up or down 3 Cruise control is also interrupted automatically gt when you apply pressure to the brake pedal gt when you press down the clutch pedal or engage position N of the automatic trans mission SMG gt when DSC comes on Recalling stored speed Briefly press button 4 the vehicle accelerates to and maintains the stored speed Deactivating system When the ignition is switched off the system is deactivated and the stored speed is deleted Displays in instrument cluster 1 A 1 Display for stored speed 2 Brief display of selected speed Active cruise control The concept With act
214. r a street the system will guide you to the downtown area of a town or city gt You can skip the entry of country and local ity if the current entries are being retained for your new destination gt The commands of the voice command sys tem for destination entry differ from those of the individual menu items on the Control Display You can have the system read aloud the possible voice commands refer to page 23 Selecting country 1 Select State Province or the displayed country and press the controller A list of available countries appears on the display bl 4 Enter address i TET Town City Street House number Intersection 2 Select the country of destination and press the controller In order to be able to start the destination guid ance at least the city of the destination or its zip code must be entered 116 5 Entering destination 1 Select Town City or the displayed town city and press the controller 2 Select the first letter and press the control ler A list of all towns cities starting with this let ter appears on the Control Display 3 Enter additional letters if necessary The list gradually grows smaller each time you enter a new letter To enter blanks Select _ symbol and press the controller To delete the last letter entered Move the controller to the right to select and press the controller To delete all letters entered Move the controller to
215. r pipe Lifting the filler nozzle during refueling gt results in premature pump shutoff gt can lead to reduced efficiency in the fuel vapor recovery system The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks off the first time Fuel tank capacity Approx 18 5 US gallons 70 liters including the reserve capacity of approx 2 1 gallons 8 liters Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles 50 km as otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur 4 Closing fuel filler cap Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you clearly hear a click Close the fuel filler cap carefully after refueling continuing until a click is heard While closing be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap A loose or missing cap will activate an indicator lamp and the mes sage Check Gas Cap on the Control Display 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Fuel specifications The engine uses unleaded gasoline only Required fuel Premium unleaded gasoline The minimum octane rating is 91 If you use gasoline with this minimum octane rating the engine may produce knocking sounds when starting at high outside tempera tures This has no effect on the engine life Minimum Octane Rating corresponds to the Anti Knock Index AKI and is determined accord ing to the so called R M 2 method Do not use leaded gasoline as otherwise the lambda probe and
216. rd 2 Extend the ski bag between the front seats The zipper gives you easy access to stowed items and facilitates drying of the ski bag 104 3 Press the button in the luggage compart ment gt tm 4 Openthe loading flap and use the magnetic holder to secure it to the rear panel To store the ski bag perform the above steps in reverse order Make sure to load only clean skis into the ski bag Wrap sharp edges so that no damage occurs Securing cargo After loading secure the ski bag and its con tents To do so tighten the retaining belt at the buckle Secure the ski bag in this way If you fail to do so it could move around and endanger occupants during braking or evasive maneu vers To refit the filler element insert the two tabs at the bottom into the strip and press the filler ele ment back into place Make sure that you do not damage the rear seat upholstery lt 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ooue 6 e y 01 U04 sd Bulang uoi e ineN juowuie 19 u3 suone9Iunwuuo AIO GELTED ET EDS 105 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions Things to remember when driving Things to remember w
217. rd the interior and exterior mirrors dim as a func tion of the incoming light bia There are two photocells in the interior mirror to control the automatic dimming of the interior 50 mirror One is integrated into the mirror glass refer to arrow while the other is located at a position slightly offset from this on the rear of the mirror housing For trouble free operation keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield Also do not attach stickers to the windshield in front of the mirror Steering wheel Adjustments Do not adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving There is a risk of acci dent from unexpected movement of the steer ing wheel 4 The steering wheel can be adjusted in four directions Storing the steering wheel position refer to Seat mirror and steering wheel memory page 46 Easy entry exit To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle the steering wheel temporarily moves into the uppermost position Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Steering wheel heater In ignition key position 2 press the button The indicator lamp in the button lights up when the steering wheel heater is switched on Programmable buttons on steering wheel You can assign functions to the buttons individ ually Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select
218. re refer to Run flat tires on page 171 If you have new tires mounted or switch from summer to winter tires or vice versa use run flat tires as in the event of a flat tire there is no spare tire available Your BMW center will be glad to advise you Also refer to New wheels and tires page 172 Car jacking points i ce The jacking points for the car jack are located in the positions shown gt The suitable tools for changing tires are available as accessories from your BMW center lt Vehicle battery Battery care The battery is 100 maintenance free i e the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli mate Your BMW center will be glad to advise in all matters concerning the battery Charging battery Only charge the battery in the vehicle via the terminals in the engine compartment with the engine switched off For the connections refer to Jump starting on page 186 Disposal After replacement have old batteries dis X posed of by your BMW center or deposit them at a recycling center Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage Always secure the battery to prevent it from tip ping over during transport lt 183 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt O Replacing components Power failure Following a temporary interruption of the power supply the operation of some
219. reakdown assistance 161 Breakdown services refer to Roadside Assistance 186 Breaking in 108 clutch 108 differential 108 Break wear warning warning lamp 177 Brightness 77 Buttons on steering wheel 1 1 Bypassing route sections 128 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG C California law Event Data Recorders 179 California Proposition 65 Warning 6 Call 153 Call accepting 152 display accepted 153 ending 152 in absence 153 starting 152 Calling from phone book 153 from the Top 8 list 153 redialing 153 Call sender 156 Can holder refer to Cup holders 103 Capacities 195 Capacity of the luggage compartment 192 Car battery refer to Vehicle battery 183 Car care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Car care products refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Car data 74 Care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Cargo loading securing cargo 111 stowing cargo 111 vehicle 110 Caring for artificial leather refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Caring for leather refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Caring for light alloy wheels refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Caring for plastic refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Caring for the carpet refer to the Caring for your vehicle b
220. ress the con troller 6 Select a menu item gt All doors Press the button once to unlock the entire vehicle gt Driver s door only Press the 4 button once to unlock only the driver s door and the fuel filler door 29 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Opening and closing Press the button twice to unlock the entire vehicle vE Door locks Central locking All doors Driver s door only O Relock door if not opened O Lock after driving 7 Press the controller The setting is stored for the remote control cur rently in use Convenience opening mode Hold the 8 button down gt Coupe the windows are opened the glass sunroof is raised and the sliding panel moves back approx 2 in 5 cm gt Convertible the windows and the convert ible top are opened Watch the convertible top during the opening process to be sure that no one Is injured Releasing the button stops the operation 4 Locking the doors Press the Lock button Switching on the interior lamps Press the Lock button if the vehicle is locked You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc Panic mode By pressing and holding the button for more than approx 2 seconds you can trigger the alarm system in response to any impending danger To switch off the alarm press any of the but tons 30 J Opening luggage compartment lid Press the
221. ring is no longer operational At low speed larger steering wheel move ments are required while the vehicle reacts more sensitively to steering wheel movements in the higher road speed range Have the sys tem checked If the warning lamp lights up during the first engine starting following a power supply inter ruption the system must be activated by being initialized 85 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG ka O E O Technology for comfort convenience and safety Initializing system 1 Start the engine 2 With the vehicle stationary turn the steer ing wheel from the straight ahead position to the left as far as it will go and then back to the straight ahead position 3 Switch off the engine When you start the engine again all the func tions of the active steering will be available once again Airbags F maa The following airbags are located under the marked covers 1 Front airbags for driver and front passenger Coupe Head airbags Front side airbags Knee airbag for front passenger a fF N Knee airbag for driver Protective action To ensure that the safety systems con tinue to provide optimized protection please observe the adjustment instructions on page 44 4 86 Brake Force Display The Brake Force Display lights up in two stages depending on how strongly you brake am EN gt Normal braking The brake lamps and t
222. rive is for audio CDs Insert the CD with the labeled side facing upward Playback starts automatically if the sound out put is on To start playback when there is already a CD in the drive Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation Entertainment 2 Move the controller backward to open Entertainment 3 Select CD and press the controller 00 00 _ 4 Onvehicles with a CD changer select CD and press the controller to start the CD player M0 CD gt CD1 CD2 cb3 CD4 CDS P 16 Q1 03 5 lt Qs X a T LA Playback starts if the sound output is switched on Press the El button next to the CD player in order to eject the CD The CD emerges slightly from the drive 143 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG sp T E i T ad LL Fill the CD magazine and insert refer to page Control Center for principle details refer to page Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation Entertainment Move the controller backward to open Entertainment Select CD and press the controller Select the desired CD and press the con troller i CD CO CD3 CDA4 CDS PR 6 01 02 N amp T At the end of the last track the next CD will be selected If new CDs have been placed in the CD maga
223. rochure Caring for the vehicle finish refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Car keys refer to Key set 28 Car phone 151 installation location refer to Center armrest 102 refer to Portable phone 150 refer to separate Owner s Manual Car radio refer to Radio 136 Car wash 110 also refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure refer to Before driving into a car wash 110 Catalytic converter refer to Hot exhaust system 108 Categories 141 CBC Cornering Brake Control 81 CBS Condition Based Service 178 CD 133 143 CD changer 143 controls 132 fast forward reverse 145 installation location 145 playing a track 145 random play sequence 145 repeating a track 144 selecting a CD 144 selecting a track 144 switching on off 132 tone control 133 volume 133 CD player 143 controls 132 fast forward reverse 145 playing a track 145 random play sequence 145 repeating a track 144 selecting a track 144 switching on off 132 tone control 133 volume 133 Center armrest adjusting the height 102 front 102 Center console 14 Central locking 29 Central locking system 29 from inside vehicle 31 Changes technical refer to For your own safety 6 Changing a wheel 183 Changing gear automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 Changing language on Control Display 78 Changing measuremen
224. rolled conditions on a specified gov ernment test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 11 2 times as well on the govern ment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to varia tions in driving habits service practices and dif ferences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test sur faces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cor nering hydroplaning or peak traction charac teristics 4 Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all
225. rse SMG Sequential manual transmission 1 Engage a drive position 2 Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 A signal sounds on stopping the engine Automatic transmission with Steptronic 1 Engage selector lever position P 2 Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0 Handbrake The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked it brakes the rear wheels As O E O Indicator lamp The indicator lamp lights up and an BRAKE acoustic signal also sounds when start ing off The handbrake is engaged Indicator lamp for Canadian models Engaging The lever engages automatically Releasing Pull slightly upward press the button and lower the lever A If exceptional circumstances should make it necessary to engage the hand brake while the vehicle is in motion do not pull it too strongly In doing so continuously press the button of the handbrake lever Strong application of the handbrake can lead to overbraking of the rear axle and associated fishtailing of the vehicle rear end The brake lamps do not light up when the hand brake is engaged 55 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG iving Dr Vehicles with manual or SMG transmission When parking on inclines engage the hand brake as even engaging the first or reverse gear might not under certain circumstances secure the vehicle against moving Vehicl
226. rvice Status License Plate 108 HCV Telematics ID AATZ345 To adapt the license plate number please con tact your BMW center 163 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG v O lt Driving tips NEMAL ELIO Communications 9 Mobility 1S Le t a a linc FORME ERNE 75 000 04 BMW AG Refueling Refueling Always switch off the engine before refu EN eling If you do not fuel cannot be dis pensed into the tank and a message on the Control Display will appear lt Always observe all applicable precautions and regulations when handling fuels Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehi cle Whether empty or full these containers can leak cause an explosion and lead to fire in the event of a collision lt Fuel filler door To open and close briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler door Manual release gt A In the event of an electrical malfunction in the system you can release the fuel filler door man ually In the luggage compartment pull the knob with the gas pump symbol on the right side panel 166 Observe following when refueling When handling fuels always observe any safety guidelines posted at the gas sta tion lt ey Put the fuel filler cap in the bracket attached to the fuel filler door When refueling insert the filler nozzle com pletely into the fille
227. s an additional feature refer to At the same time a message appears on the page 92 Control Display Low beams Daytime driving lamps The low beams light up in switch position 2only If you wish you can leave the light switch in with the engine running Otherwise the parking position 2 lam re lit i i amps are lit Always observe all applicable laws governing Pathway lighting the use of daytime driving lamps After parking the vehicle and switching off the headlamps operating the headlamp flasher activates the low beams You can set the dura tion on the Control Display or deactivate the function You can switch on the parking lamps when needed using the standard procedure described under Parking lamps Automatic headlamp control In switch position 3 the low beams are automat Control Center for principle details refer to ically switched on or off depending on the ambi page 1 ent light e g in a tunnel at dawn dusk in the 1 Open the menu rain or snow and the Adaptive Head Light is 2 Select Vehicle settings and press the active The LED next to the symbol is illumi controller nated when the low beams are on 91 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Lamps gt The low beams remain on independent of L the ambient lighting conditions when you switch on the fog lamps With the daytime driving lamps activated the low beams are always switched on in this switch position wit
228. s are required 4 Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend ing on the local regulations If the electrical sys tem fails mark the vehicle to be towed e g with a sign or warning triangle in the rear window Vehicles with manual transmission Gearshift lever in idle position Vehicles with automatic transmission Selector lever in position N Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph 70 km h and a towing distance of 90 miles 150 km as otherwise the automatic transmission may be damaged lt Vehicles with SMG Sequential manual transmission With the ignition switched on engage selector lever position N then switch off the ignition Towing methods In some countries towing with tow bars or ropes in public traffic is not permitted Familiarize yourself with the regulations on tow ing in the respective country With tow bar The towing vehicle may not be lighter than the vehicle to be towed as otherwise it will not be possible to control vehicle response 4 The tow fittings used should be on the same side on both vehicles Should it prove impossi ble to avoid mounting the tow bar at an offset angle please observe the following gt Clearance and maneuvering capability will be strictly limited during cornering Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG gt When mounted at an angle the tow bar will exert lateral forces tending to push the vehicle sideways Secure the tow bar to t
229. s hot Escaping coolant can cause burns 4 Coolant consists of water and coolant additive Not all commercially available additives are suit able for your BMW Ask your BMW center for suitable additives Only use suitable additives as otherwise engine damage may result The additives present a health hazard lt 4 Always observe all applicable environ mental laws and regulations when dis posing of used coolant additives lt i Checking coolant level 1 The engine must be at ambient tempera ture 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 2 Turn the cap of the expansion tank counter clockwise to allow any accumulated pres sure to escape then continue turning to open 3 The coolant level is correct when it lies between the Min and Max mark also refer to the drawing next the filler neck 4 Ifthe coolant is low slowly add coolant up to the specified level do not overfill 5 Turn the cap until it clicks 6 Have the reason for the coolant loss elimi nated as soon as possible Brake system Malfunction Brake fluid The warning lamp lights up in red BRAKE in spite of the handbrake being released a message appears on the Control Display Stop the vehicle immediately The brake fluid in the reservoir has fallen to below the minimum level At the same time a significantly longer brake pedal path may be noticeable Have the system checked immedi ately by a BMW center Warning lamp for Cana
230. s observe all warning labels on the containers Oil change Have oil changes carried out only by a BMW center Specified engine oils The quality ofthe engine oil selected has critical significance for the operation and service life of an engine BMW continuously approves spe cific oils after confirming their suitability for use In its vehicles with extensive testing Use only approved BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil If you are unable to obtain BMW High Perfor mance Synthetic Oil you can add small amounts of another synthetic oil between oil changes Use only oils with the API SH specifi cation or higher TS Ask your BMW center for details concern ing the specific BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil or synthetic oils which have been approved lt You can also call BMW of North America at 1 800 831 1117 or visit this website www bmwusa com to obtain this information 176 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 BMW engines are designed to operate d without additives and their use could even lead to damage in some cases 4 Viscosity ratings Viscosity is the oil flow rating as defined in SAE classes The selection of the correct SAE class depends on the climatic conditions in the area where you typically drive your BMW D Approved oils are in SAE classes 5W 40 and 5W 30 lt 4 These oils may be used for driving in all ambient temperatures Coolant Do not open the cooling system when the engine i
231. shield and side windows in the direction of the upper body and in the foot well as well as the adjustment of the air volume It also adapts your instructions for the tempera ture to outside influences throughout the year The cooling is switched on automatically with the AUTO program At the same time a con densation sensor controls the program in such a way that window condensation is prevented as much as possible Li a adjustment ame By rotating you can set a desired M temperature for the driver s side and the passenger side After you start to drive this system ensures that the selected temperature is achieved as quickly as possible It then main tains this temperature regardless of the sea son Defrosting windows and removing condensation This program quickly removes ice and condensation from the wind shield and front side windows Air volume manual You can adjust the air volume by turning You can reactivate the automatic mode for the air volume with the AUTO button Switching cooling function on and off manually A The cooling function cools and dehumidifies the incoming air before reheating it as needed according to the temperature setting Depend ing on the weather the windshield may fog over briefly when the engine is started The air conditioner can operate only when the engine is running The AUTO program auto matically switches on the air conditioner ka O E
232. splayed 3 Select Store and press the controller a CH ON Channel Play hannel B nannel C Tone hannel D ESN nannel E Presets is displayed 4 Turnthe controller to select amemory loca tion and press the controller Ca SAT i Presets CH 001 Channel A CH 003 Channel C CH 004 Channel D CH 005 Channel The channel is stored The stations of the last selection criterion are displayed again after a short time Changing channel with buttons next to CD player Press the button for the corresponding direction The system switches to the next enabled chan nel Notes When there is a signal blockage or the transmis sion is suspended momentarily for more than 4 seconds a message appears on the Control Display gt Service may be interrupted or unavailable for specific reasons such as environmen tal or topographic conditions and others that Satellite Radio cannot directly control Signal may not be available under tunnels in parking garages next to tall buildings nearby trees with dense foliage nearby mountains or other possible strong sources of radio interfer ence Service should resume normally after the source of signal unavailability has been cleared lt 142 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG CD player and CD changer Listening to CDs CD player starting CD a SEEEN N a Equipment with two drives The upper d
233. ss it down ward in the direction of travel refer to arrow This folds the convertible top compartment floor upward Before opening the convertible top execute this procedure in reverse order gt The convertible top cannot be opened if the convertible top compartment floor is folded up 4 34 Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds gt To the opening of doors the hood or the luggage compartment lid gt To movements in the vehicle interior inte rior motion sensor see below gt To changes in the vehicle s tilt if someone attempts to steal the wheels or tow the vehicle gt To interruptions in battery voltage The system responds to unauthorized vehicle entry and attempted theft by simultaneously activating gt An acoustic alarm which lasts for a period of approx 30 seconds gt The hazard warning flashers for approx 5 minutes gt The high beams which flash on and off in the same rhythm Arming and disarming alarm system When you lock or unlock the vehicle either with the remote control or at the door lock the alarm system is armed or disarmed at the same time The system indicates that it has been correctly armed by switching on the hazard warning flashers for a single cycle and by emitting an acoustic signal You can also open the luggage compartment lid with the system armed using the button on the remote control refer to page 30 When the luggage co
234. ss longer redialing 12 Steering wheel heater 51 Volume TOR K Steering wheel adjustment 50 13 Activate deactivate voice Cruise control 61 command system 22 Forward reverse 132 Active cruise control 62 ADS gt Radio Press change radio station 14 Releasing the hood 174 Press longer manual tuning 15 Opening the luggage compartment lid 32 automatic station search 16 Head Up Display 88 unction scan gt CD 17 5q Parkinglamps 91 Press select track Press longer fast forward reverse Low beams 91 Automatic headlamp control 91 gt Portable phone Adaptive Head Light 92 Press select entry in A Z Top 8 Redial Received calls or Missed calls AAA ANAA S co Instrument lighting 93 SC O lt x Individually programmable 51 Frontfoglamps 92 Individually programmable 51 11 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Q xX O O O Instrument cluster a fF N Indicator lamps for turn signals 13 Speedometer Indicator and warning lamps 13 Display for active cruise control 64 Tachometer 69 and Engine oil thermometer 70 Display for gt Time date 69 Outside temperature 69 Indicator and warning lamps 71 Speed for cruise control 62 VV VV Desired speed for active cruise control 64 12 Display for gt Odometer and trip odometer 69 gt Computer 74 gt Date and remaining distance to be driven
235. ss the controller page 16 1 Open the menu 2 Select Service and press the controller Check Control 3 Select Service requirements and press the controller The concept The Check Control monitors functions in the vehicle and issues a message if there is a mal function in the monitored systems 4 Select Status and press the controller Supplementary messages on the Control Dis play are intended to assist you in assessing the severity of malfunctions they provide you with the information you need to decide on the best way to respond 71 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Everything under control An example of a message is given below In instrument cluster ET f I LT D i nl y i P i A A This symbol means that a Check Control message has been generated The symbol con tinues to be displayed after the message has been hidden automatically after a short time but is still stored On Control Display An acoustic signal sounds at the same time Supplementary instructions An example D d Lighting system Stop vehicle Lighting system Fault in check displays turn signals high beams headlamp flasher and Tog lamps Exit the additional information 1 Select the arrow and press the controller ka Importance of messages Important messages are retained until the mal functions have been rectified They cannot be de
236. stance between yourself and the airbags Always hold the steering wheel by its rim with hands at the 9 o clock and 3 o clock positions to mini mize the risk of injuries to your hands and arms in the event of airbag deployment No one and nothing Is to come between the air bags and the seat occupant Do not use the cover of the front airbag on the front passenger side as a storage area Make sure that the front passenger is sitting correctly and does not rest feet or legs on the instrument panel otherwise leg injuries can occur if the knee and front airbags are triggered Never let an occupant s head rest near or ona side airbag because the inflating airbag could cause a serious or fatal injury lt Even if you adhere to all the instructions inju ries resulting from contact with airbags cannot be fully excluded depending on the circum stances The ignition and inflation noise may provoke a mild hearing loss in extremely sensi tive individuals This effect is usually only tem porary For airbag locations and additional information on airbags refer to page 86 44 Safety belt Fasten your safety belt before starting any trip Airbags complement the safety belt as an addi tional safety device but they do not represent a substitute Your vehicle has four seats that are all equipped with a safety belt At all times occupants should sit upright and be properly restrained infants and small children in appropria
237. sure when the tires are cold This means after a maximum of 1 25 miles 2 km driving or when the vehicle has been parked for at least 2 hours When tires are warm the tire inflation pressure increases Check the tire inflation pressure regularly and correct it if necessary at least every two weeks and before beginning a longer trip If you fail to observe this precaution you may be driving on tires with incorrect tire pressures a condition that can not only compromise your vehicle s stability but also lead to tire damage and the risk of an accident 4 gt After correcting the inflation pressure s always reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor refer to page 84 4 168 Pressure specifications for factory installed tires The tire inflation pressures with the ambient temperature are visible on the door pillar with the driver s door open Pressure specifications for other tire sizes The tables below provide all the correct inflation pressures for the specified tire sizes at ambient temperature gt For correct identification of the right tire inflation pressure for your tires observe the specifications for the corresponding tire size Tire size The specified pressures apply to tire sizes approved by BMW and recommended tire makes your BMW center will be glad to provide information Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 645Ci Coupe Tire size All pressure specifications in the
238. t or TeleService 16 to basic menu navigation The control of indi vidual functions is described in connection with the relevant equipment 2 navigate through the menus of the Control Cen ter and change settings To avoid posing an unnecessary hazard due to inattention both to your own vehi cle s occupants and to other road users never attempt to use the controls or make entries unless traffic and road conditions allow lt 4 Navigation or onboard information gt Navigation system gt Onboard information e g for display of the average fuel consumption Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Entertainment gt Radio gt CD player and CD changer Climate gt Air distribution gt Independent ventilation menu Switching off the Control Display Tone and display settings Settings for traffic information 7 y y m Settings for your vehicle e g for the central locking system V Display of the service requirements and dates for statutory emission and vehicle inspections Menu navigation As of ignition key position 1 the following mes sage appears on the Control Display Warning Use this system only when traffic conditions permit Safe vehicle operation is the driver s responsibility For further details see owner s manual Confirm the message by pressing the control ler this opens the start menu 17 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445
239. t one of these lamps should fail you can continue driving under poor visibility conditions by switching on your fog lamps and proceeding carefully where allowed by law To avoid the risk of potentially fatal inju ries owing to the extremely high voltages at which these units operate service work on the xenon lighting system should only be car ried out by a BMW center 4 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG High beams parking lamps The illustration shows the front left side of the engine compartment High beams Bulb 55 watts H 7 1 Remove the cover cap 1 by pressing the tab and removing the cover cap upward 2 Press the bulb holder from above to release it 3 Remove the bulb holder 4 Remove and replace the bulb Parking lamps Bulb 10 watts gt Bulb holder and reflector are one unit and are replaced together lt 1 Turn the bulb holder 2 to the right and remove 2 Press the snap connection on the plug con nector pull off the bulb holder and replace Front turn signal sidemarker Your BMW is equipped with two turn signal lamps per side in the front Turn signal lamp 1 Bulb 21 watts WY 21 SV The illustration shows the front right side of the engine compartment 1 The lever shown gt Right turn signal press downward gt Left turn signal press upward 2 Remove the bulb holder towards the rear 3 Remove and replace the bulb Turn signal lamp 2
240. t to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner s Manual as quickly as possible The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the detailed index at the back of the manual If you wish to gain an initial overview of your vehicle you will find this in the first chapter Should you want to sell your BMW some day please remember to hand over the Owner s Manual as well it is an important component of your vehicle Additional sources of information Should you have any other questions your BMW center will be glad to advise you at any time You can find information on BMW e g technol ogy on the Internet at www bmwusa com Symbols used Indicates precautions that must be fol lowed precisely in order to avoid the pos sibility of personal injury and serious damage to the vehicle D Indicates information that will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enable you to care more effectively for your vehicle 4 Refers to measures that can be taken to 7 help protect the environment lt Marks the end of a specific item of informa tion Indicates special equipment country spe cific equipment and optional extras as well as equipment and functions not yet available at the time of printing a Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions Symbols on vehicle components Til il Indicates that you should consult the rel evant section of this O
241. t units on Control Display 77 Changing wheels 183 CHECK button 73 Check Control 71 Check Control messages 73 Check Gas Cap 166 Checking the air pressure refer to Tire inflation pressure 168 Child s seats refer to Child restraint systems 52 Child restraint fixing system LATCH 53 Child restraints 52 Child restraint systems 52 Chrome parts care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Cigarette lighter 103 Cleaning refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Cleaning the windshield refer to Wiper system 61 Climate 96 Clock 69 12h 24h mode 78 setting time and date 78 Closing from inside 31 from outside 29 Clothes hooks Coupe 102 9 Cockpit 10 cf 201 U aa Everything from A to Z Cold start refer to Starting engine 54 Communication 152 Communication settings 159 Compact disc refer to CD changer 143 refer to CD player 143 Computer 74 clock 12h 24h clock mode 78 displays on Control Display 74 hour signal 78 Concert hall 135 Condition Based Service CBS 178 Confirmation 30 Confirmation signals for locking and unlocking 30 Connecting a vacuum cleaner refer to Socket 103 Consumption display refer to Average fuel consumption 74 Continue guidance to destination 125 Control Center 16 adjusting brightness 77 assistance window 20 automatic climate control 96 changing settings 19 77
242. te child restraint sys tems larger children and adults using the safety belts Never allow more than one person to wear a sin gle safety belt Never allow infants or small chil dren to ride in a passenger s lap Expectant mothers should always wear their safety belts taking care to position the lap belt against the lower hips where it will not exert pressure against the abdominal area Do not route the belt across your neck or run it across sharp edges Be sure that the belt does not become caught or jammed Avoid twisting the belt while routing it firmly across the hips and shoulder Do not allow the belt to rest against hard or fragile objects Otherwise in the event of a frontal impact a loose lap belt could slide over your hips leading to abdominal injury Avoid wearing clothing that prevents the belt from fitting properly and pull the shoulder belt periodically to readjust the tension across your lap in order to avoid a reduction in the retention effect of the safety belt lt For instructions on operating safety belts refer to page 48 Seats Note before adjusting A Never attempt to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle The seat could respond with unexpected movement and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG On the front passenger side as well do not tilt the backrest too far toward the rear Failure to observe this
243. tem 9 1 Selecting individual menu items turn the controller The highlight moves Menu items shown in white can be selected 2 Activating highlighted menu items press the controller New menu items are dis played or a functions is carried out 3 Changing the current field move the con troller to the left right forward or backward and let go 4 Selecting menu items such as 1 5 Making adjustments turn the controller A graphical display numerical values or text displays change The setting is applied if you change to another field or into another menu Menu term ms Menu item 4 Menu item 5 Menu item 6 Menu item 7 Menu item amp Menu hema 4 Menu item Settings Menu item 4 Menu item 5 Menu iten6 Menu item 7 Menu item 8 Menu item 4 PR a gp Il 5 1 Chanaina directiv to the l act monii OnNanginNg QGITeCLIY LO MNE last menu Move the controller in the corresponding direc tion and hold it for longer than approx 2 sec onds The menu in the selected direction is opened and the last menu item selected is dis played 19 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG v O aS D E Status information Entertainme nt Assistance window Pe pe DS eho H iad c Palms ALWE ali 0145 PM KLOG V z f 075 a ua WHC RDC E 11 3 a 100 5 i T 1 2 34 5 Oe 1 Display for manual or automatic air distri
244. ter for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Climate 2 Select Parked car operation and press the controller 3 Select Activation time and press the con troller gt If you select two activation times that are in sequence they must differ by at least 31 minutes 4 4 Move the controller to the left or right to select Time 1 or Time 2 5 Select the time and press the controller The first time setting is highlighted Parked car operation Activation time O Time 2 5 45 PM 6 Turnthe controller to make the adjustment Press the controller to apply the setting The next adjustment is highlighted 8 Make the remaining adjustments After the last adjustment the time is stored Activating an activation time Move the controller to the left or right to select Time 1 or Time 2 and press the controller r Parked car operation s Activation time O Time 1 9 30AM 5 45PM 98 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG The activation time is activated and the LED 3 lights up tr The independent ventilation is only avail D able for activation within the subsequent 24 hours After that the time must be reacti vated lt A O E O O 99 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG lor accessories Practical inter Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control
245. the right to select 4 and press the controller holding it down RE Town City Beverly Essex MA Beverly Randolph WV Beverly Glen Los Angeles CA Beverly Hills Los Angeles CA 4 Select the town city name from the list and press the controller Entering town city of destination via zip code 1 Select Town City and press the control ler 2 Enterthe zip code Select the individual digits and press the controller To delete the numbers or letters entered Move the controller to the right to select and press the controller To delete all numbers or letters entered Move the controller to the right to select 2 and press the controller holding it down Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 3 Selectthezip code and press the controller The corresponding town city of destination is displayed 4 Select the town city of destination and press the controller Entering street house number and intersection 1 Select Street or the displayed street and press the controller 2 For instructions on entry refer to Entering town city of destination E BC LR STV W Z ABINGTON DR ACRES DR GREEN ALANDA PL ALDBURY CT ALDEN DR After the street you can also enter the intersec tion or the house number The intersection is entered in the same way as the street To enter the house number 1 Select House number and press the con troller 2 Enter the house
246. ti trapping mechanism If the closing force rises beyond a predefined threshold during closing the system will imme diately stop moving the window prior to lower ing it slightly gt Convertible the back windows and rear window are not equipped with an anti trapping mechanism 4 Despite the anti trapping mechanism you should inspect the travel path of the front side window prior to closing it as the safety feature could fail to detect certain kinds of obstructions such as very thin objects and the window would continue closing Pulling the switch beyond the resistance point and holding it limits the response of the anti trapping mechanism Under these conditions the window will respond to forces beyond a defined threshold by only opening a few inches millimeters If you pull the switch past the resistance point again within approx 4 seconds and hold it there the anti trapping mechanism will be deacti vated lt ka O E O Accessories in window area After installing any accessory such as a clamp on antenna for a portable phone within the window s travel range you will need to have the system reinitialized for use under the new conditions Please contact your BMW center for assistance Coupe Glass sunroof electric with raise function To prevent injuries exercise care when closing the glass sunroof and keep it in your field of vision until it is shut When leaving the vehicle al
247. tion for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG S O t O Gen O a Technical data Convertible dimensions 941 1 373 S 62 8 1 596 73 0 1 855 61 3 1 558 80 2 2 036 _ _ _ if 109 4 2 780 190 2 4 831 All dimensions in inches mm Minimum turning circle diameter 37 4 ft 11 4 m 194 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Capacities Fuel tank gal liters Reserve gal liters Window and headlamp washer system quarts liters Engine oil and filter change quarts liters approx 18 5 70 approx 2 1 8 approx 5 3 5 8 5 8 Notes Fuel specification page 167 For details page 61 BMW High Performance Synthetic Oil Oil grades page 176 195 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Y Y i V e V as Short commands of the voice command system Short commands of the voice command system With short commands you can carry out certain functions directly regardless of which menu Communication Function Activating the telephone 152 Dialing phone number 152 Displaying the phone book 153 Selecting from the phone book 153 Displaying Top 8 154 Redialing 154 Displaying Received calls 154 Displaying Missed calls 154 Displaying SMS 155 Displaying Bluetooth Opening BMW Assist 159 Navigation Function Displaying the current position 125 Opening the destination entry 115 Dis
248. tion times 98 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Command Scale kilometers or Scale meterst Route list Command Onboard infot gt Trip computers Limit Stopwatch Command Radio ont FM menus AM menus Station name FM presets or AM presets lt Station lt FM manual or AM manual AM Autostoret CD menu CD 1 66 Track lt Command Vent settingst Automatic programs Parked car operationt Automatic ventilationt Activation timet 197 Oo O t O Gen O a Short commands of the voice command system i menu Function Opening Door locks 29 31 Opening Steering wheel buttons 51 Opening Light 60 91 Opening Communication settings 159 Opening BMW Service settings 159 Opening BMW Service 161 Opening Service requirements 70 160 Opening Service 70 160 Displaying Check Control messages 73 Opening Display settings 77 Opening Head Up Display selection 89 Adjusting the brightness of the Control Display 77 Opening Units 77 Opening Languages 78 126 Opening Time 78 Opening Date 78 Opening PDC 80 Opening FIM 84 Opening Entertainment settings 133 198 Command Door locks lt Steering wheel buttons Light gt Communication settings BMW Service settings BMW Services Service requirements Service Check Control messages Display settings HUD configurationst
249. to your vehicle call the BMW Customer Relations service requirements Control Center for principle details refer to Roadside Assistance page 1 Start service Open start menu Press controller to open the menu Select Service and press the controller REXFORD DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS CA ne Select BMW Service and press the con 161 TeleService BMW Assist 5 Select the desired BMW center gt Service Request gt Customer Relations a BMW Service Customer Relations P Start service REXFORD DRIVE BEVERLY HILLS CA 6 Press the controller 7 Select Start service and press the con troller Contact to the desired BMW center is estab lished Adapting TeleService or BMW Assist Displaying and updating services You will be informed about the changes in the scope of TeleService or BMW Assist In this case you should update the services Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open start menu 2 Press controller to open the j menu 3 Select Communication settings and press the controller 4 Select BMW Service settings and press the controller 5 Select Service Status and press the con troller The current TeleService or BMW Assist services will be displayed 162 4 6 Options and press the controller lu BMW Service settings Service Status Service Request Roadside Assistance Traffic Info My Info
250. truc tions 4 LATCH child restraint fixing system LATCH Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil dren _ E O The rear outer sitting positions are provided with anchors for a LATCH child restraint fixing system To fit the LATCH child restraint fixing system follow the operating and safety instructions of the system manufacturer lt 4 Access to anchorage points The illustrations show the right rear seat as an example The outer anchorage points for the LATCH child restraint fixing system are identi fied by flags The anchorage points for the LATCH child restraint fixing system are identified by but tons 53 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG iving Dr Driving Ignition lock 0 Steering locked The key can only be inserted or removed in this position After removing the key turn the steering wheel slightly until it locks Interlock on automatic transmission gt Only move the selector lever from position P with the engine running gt To turn the key back to position O or to remove it first select the selector lever position P 1 Steering unlocked A slight steering wheel movement often makes it easier to turn the key from O to 1 Some vehicle systems are ready for operation 2 Ignition switched on All vehicle systems are ready for operation 3 Start engine Starting engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms as EN otherwis
251. ty control systems 81 Star button 51 Start for stopwatch 77 Start guidance 117 124 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Starting difficulties refer to Special starting conditions 54 Starting engine 54 Starting problems jump starting 186 Start menu on Control Display 17 Start route guidance 118 Start service 161 State Province for desti nation entry 116 State inspection 71 Station refer to Radio 136 Status 70 Status of this Owner s Manual at time of printing 5 Steering wheel 11 adjustment 50 automatic adjustment refer to Easy entry exit 50 buttons on steering wheel 11 heating 51 memory 46 programmable buttons 51 Steering wheel buttons 51 Steering with variable ratio refer to Active steering 85 Steptronic refer to Automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 Stop for stopwatch 77 Stopwatch 77 Stopwatch 77 Storage compartments 102 Store current destination 122 Store current position 122 Store in address book for navigation 120 Store on the radio 138 142 Storing current position 120 Storing sitting position refer to Seat mirror and steering wheel memory 46 Storing tires 173 Straps refer to Loading 111 Street for destination entry 117 Summer tires refer to Wheels and tires 168 SW waveband 136 Switches refer to Cockpit 10 Switching navigation voice instructions on off 126 Switchi
252. u can obtain a display of selected destina tions for towns cities call them and adopt them into the destination guidance if necessary e g hotels sights or hospitals Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler 2 Select New destination and press the controller 3 Select Information and press the control ler 13 d idress book On destination On location On a new destination Input map gt Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG 4 Selecting location Control Center for principle details refer to gt On destination page 16 gt On location 1 Select Navigation and press the control ler gt On anew destination a 2 Select a destination and press the control ler Information Navigation On destination New destination On a new destination MARINA DEL REY ADMIRALTY Wy Route preference gt 5 Press the controller Arrow display Select the desired type of destination such 8 3 The selected destination can be edited as Hotels and restaurants gt To start destination guidance an Select Start guidance Destinations are shown on the Control Dis a l l EY The destination guidance is started play which are sorted by distance or alpha betically gt Tostore the entry PEE Select Add to address book 8 Select a destination and press the co
253. ute or the current position in the assistance window This display remains visible even if you switch to another application 1 Move the controller to the right to enter the assistance window tp DR eho Palmy BLVD V r 5 100 5 2 Press the controller Other menu items are displayed 3 Select the desired view of the route or Cur rent position 4 Press the controller The contents of the assistance window are con tinually updated as you drive Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Destination entry In entering your destination you can select from among the following options gt Manual entry of destination see below gt Select destination using information refer to page 118 gt Select from among recent destinations refer to Destination list page 119 gt Select destination from address book refer to page 120 gt Select home address refer to page 122 After selecting your destination you can pro ceed to start the destination guidance refer to page 124 Operating navigation system Enter data only when the vehicle is sta tionary and always obey the traffic regu lations and road signs in the event of any con tradiction between traffic and road conditions and the instructions issued by the navigation system If you do not observe this precaution you may be in violation of the law and can endanger vehicle occupants and other road users 4 Co
254. utomatic transmission with Steptronic 58 SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 Gearshift lever automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 manual transmission 56 SMG Sequential manual transmission 56 General driving notes 108 Glass sunroof electric with raise function 37 convenience operation 31 moving manually 38 remote control 30 Glove compartment 101 rechargeable flashlight 101 GPS navigation refer to Navigation system 114 Grills refer to Ventilation 94 Gross vehicle weight refer to Weights 192 H Handbrake 55 indicator lamp 13 55 Hands free system 14 151 Hazard warning flashers 15 Head airbags 86 Headlamp control automatic 91 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Headlamp flasher 60 Headlamps care refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure cleaning refer to Wiper system 61 replacing bulbs 180 Head Light refer to Adaptive Head Light 92 Head Up Display 88 Heated mirrors 50 Heated rear window 94 Heated seats 49 Heated steering wheel 51 Heater 95 Heating exterior mirrors 50 interior 94 rear window 94 residual heat mode 96 seats 49 steering wheel 51 Heating with engine switched off refer to Residual heat mode 96 Heavy cargo refer to Securing load 111 Height refer to Dimensions 193 Height adjustment seats 45 steering wheel 50 High beams 92 hea
255. ways remove the key and close the doors as otherwise children could operate the sunroof and injure them selves lt 37 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Opening and closing Raising and closing glass sunroof Ignition key in position 1 or greater refer to page 54 gt Briefly press the switch The sunroof opens and the sliding visor moves back approx 2 in 5 cm or press the switch twice past the resistance point toward the rear The sunroof opens and the sliding panel moves completely back gt To close briefly press the switch or push it twice beyond the resistance point toward the front The sunroof and sliding panel close Opening and closing sliding panel Ignition key in position 1 or greater refer to page 54 gt Push the switch up to the resistance point in the desired direction The sliding panel continues to move for as long as you hold the switch gt Push the switch beyond the resistance point in the desired direction The sliding panel moves automatically Briefly press the switch again in any direc tion to stop the movement After switching off ignition You can still operate the sunroof gt for approx 15 minutes when the ignition key is in position 1 gt for approx 1 minute in position 0 or with the ignition key removed as long as a door has not been opened 38 For information on using the convenience oper ation mode at the door lock or with the
256. window off 21 AUC Automatic recirculated air control 95 Audio 133 V O Z z g 199 U ad Everything from A to Z Audio 132 controls 132 switching on off 132 tone control 133 volume 133 Automatic air distribution 95 air volume 95 cruise control 61 62 headlamp control 91 service notification 160 steering wheel adjustment refer to Easy entry exit 50 storing stations 138 Automatic car washes 110 also refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Automatic climate control 94 automatic air distribution 95 convertible program 97 settings using Control Center 96 switching off 96 Automatic curb monitor 47 Automatic programs 97 Automatic recirculated air control AUC 95 Automatic station search 137 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 convenience start 55 Dynamic Driving Control 59 interlock 54 kick down 58 selector lever interlock 58 shiftlock 58 starting engine 55 towing 188 tow starting 189 Automatic ventilation 98 AUTO program with automatic climate control 95 Autostore on the radio 136 138 Average fuel consumption 74 setting units 77 Average speed 74 200 Avoid ferries for navigation 123 Avoid freeways for navigation 122 Avoid highways for navigation 122 Avoiding unintentional alarms 35 Avoid tollroads for navigation 123 Axle loads ref
257. wner s Manual for information on a particular part or assembly Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG The individual vehicle On purchasing your BMW you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equipment and features This Owner s Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment avail able with a specific BMW model Please bear in mind that the manual may con tain information on accessories and equipment that you have not specified for your own vehicle Sections describing options and special equip ment are marked by asterisks to assist you in identifying possible differences between the descriptions in this manual and your own vehi cle s equipment If equipment in your BMW is not described in this Owner s Manual please refer to the accom panying Supplementary Owner s Manuals Editorial notice BMW pursues a policy of continuous ongoing development that is conceived to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards combined with advanced state of the art technology In iso lated cases it is possible that the features described in this Owner s Manual could differ from those on your vehicle 5 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Notes For your own safety Maintenance and repair Advanced technology e g the use of modern materials and high performance electronics requires specially adapted mainte
258. ws and glass sunroof must be completely closed Convertible Monitors the interior up to the height of the seat cushions This means that the alarm system including the interior motion sensor is armed even if the convertible top is open Falling objects e g leaves can trigger false alarms refer to Avoiding unintentional alarms Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time This pre vents unintentional alarms e g in the following situations ka O E O O gt In stacking garages gt When transporting on car carrying trains gt When animals are to remain in the vehicle Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the Lock button on the remote control once again directly after locking The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are switched off until the vehicle is unlocked and locked again Windows To prevent injuries exercise care when closing the windows and keep them in your field of vision until they are shut When leaving the vehicle always remove the ignition key and close the doors to prevent chil dren from operating the power windows and injuring themselves 4 35 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG Opening and closing Coupe opening and closing windows er iia iy Ign
259. xcept Speed Le es vw volume to the standard default settings t LOGIC Open start menu Off Press controller to open the j menu Select Entertainment settings and press Theater the controller Select Audio and press the controller Select Reset and press the controller Press the controller i Audio LOGIC7 spatial sound is switched on 7 pins To switch off spatial sound Fe red volume Equalizer LOGIC7 Select Off and press the controller Treble B LOGIC7 and the LOGIC7 logo are registered trade marks of Lexicon Inc a company of the Harman International Group dss miri MAX min You can set individual sound frequency ranges Select Equalizer and press the controller i LF Audio i a Speedvolume LOGICO LITET 100 200 500 5K 10K Move the controller to the left or right to select the desired frequency range Fi Audio i 4 Equalizer 100 00 Turn the controller until the desired setting Is selected 135 Radio Radio Your radio provides reception of the FM and AM wavebands Listening to the radio Press the button if the sound output is switched off Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Press MENU button This opens the start menu Communication Climate Navigation Entertainment 2 Move the controller backward to open Entertainment 3 Select FM or AM 3 WNYC 4943 7 KROQ a 100 5 S
260. xt entertainment source 51 Nozzles refer to Ventilation 94 refer to Windshield washer nozzles 61 Nylon rope refer to Towing and tow starting 188 O OBD Socket 179 Octane ratings refer to Fuel specifications 167 Odometer 69 Oil additives 176 capacity 195 dipstick 175 specified engine oils 176 Oil change intervals refer to Service requirements 70 refer to the Service and Warranty Information Booklet for US models or to the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 178 Oil consumption 175 Oil level 175 Old batteries refer to Disposal 183 On a new destination for navigation 119 Onboard computer refer to Control Center 16 Onboard information 75 Onboard tool kit 180 On destination 119 On location 119 Opening and closing from inside 31 from outside 29 using door lock 31 using the remote control 29 208 Opening and closing rear window 37 Operation by voice commands for portable phone 156 adjusting volume 157 canceling 156 correcting phone number 157 dialing a phone number 157 making a call 157 redialing 158 voice commands 156 voice phone book 157 Options 162 Options for portable phone 156 Orientation menu refer to Start menu 17 Output refer to Engine data 192 Outside air refer to AUC Automatic recirculated air control 95 Outside mirror tilting the passen
261. y refer to page 70 97 Online Edition for Part No 01 41 0 158 445 09 04 BMW AG A congenial climate Independent ventilation The independent ventilation blows air into the passenger compartment to lower interior tem peratures The independent ventilation is controlled using the Control Center You can set two different times for the system to start The independent ventilation remains on for 30 minutes It can also be switched on and off directly Since the system uses a substantial amount of electrical current you should refrain from activating it twice in succession without allowing the battery to be recharged in normal operation between use The independent ventilation is ready for use at any outside temperature up to ignition key position 1 The air emerges through the upper body region vent outlets in the instrument panel These vent outlets must be open for the system to operate Switching on and off directly Ignition key in position 2 Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Open Climate 2 Select Parked car operation and press the controller 3 Select Automatic ventilation and press the controller 4 Select Parked car ventilation and press the controller cit Parked car operation i Automatic ventilation The independent ventilation is switched on and the LED 3 flashes Preselecting activation times Ignition key in position 2 Control Cen
262. zine playback starts with the lowest CD e g CD 1 track 1 The CD magazine s load status is indicated on the Control Display 144 00 00 Buttons next to CD player Press the J button for the corresponding direction repeatedly continuing until you reach the desired track on the current CD The CD will start play at the start of the track The track is displayed on the Control Display The track can also be changed on the steering wheel Control Center for principle details refer to page Select a track by turning the controller Fa 7 TRT EOC Control Center for principle details refer to page Select Set and press the controller Other menu items are displayed PR a 7 00 00 Track 1 2 Select Repeat and press the controller CD nepe mAb a1 G2 Scan ey Random C1 i gt 7 Track 1 The current music track on the CD is repeated To stop repetition 1 Press the controller 2 Select Repeat and press the controller Track sample scan The system automatically plays a brief sample from each of the tracks on the current CD Control Center for principle details refer to page 16 1 Select Set and press the controller Other menu items are displayed 2 Select Scan and press the controller To stop the scan 1 Press the controller again 2 Select Scan and press the controller This cancels the scan and the selected track remains Random pl

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