2001 BMW M ROADSTER COUPE headlamp

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1 Parking lamps/Low beams69
2 Horn
3 Wiper/Washer system59
4 Hazard warning flashers24
5 Cruise control

*
61
6

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Turn signal indicator58

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High beams58

>

Headlamp flasher58
7 Tire Pressure Warning (RDW)67
8 Hood release104

Cockpit
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Indicator and warning lamps

Green: for your information

Turn signal indicators
Flashes when the turn signal
indicators are in operation.
Rapid flashing indicates a system
malfunction.
For additional information, refer to
page 58.

Blue: for your information

High beams
Lights up when the high beams
are on or the headlamp flasher
is actuated.
For additional information, refer to
page 58.
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Manual transmission Turn signals/High beamsPress the clutch pedal all the way down
each time you shift, pressing the
manual-shift gear lever into its proper
end position.
Depress the clutch when starting the
vehicle, too, otherwise, lockout will
prevent the engine from starting.
The shift lever's neutral plane is located
between 3rd and 4th gear.
When shifting from each gear into
"Neutral," the shift lever returns auto-
matically to this neutral position
because of its spring loading.36mde746
ReverseSelect reverse only when the vehicle is
stationary. Press the shift lever to the
left to overcome the resistance.
As you do this, the backup lamps will
turn on automatically when the ignition
key is in position 2.
Do not hold the vehicle in place on
slopes by slipping or "riding" the
clutch. Use the parking brake instead,
otherwise, the ensuing friction to the
clutch plates will cause a great deal of
wear and tear on the clutch.<
1 High beams (blue indicator lamp)
2 Headlamp flasher (blue indicator
lamp)
3 Turn signal indicator (green indicator
lamp and rhythmic clicking of the
relay)
If the indicator lamp and the clicking
from the relay are both faster than
normal, one of the turn signal indicators
has failed.To signal brieflyPress the lever up to but not beyond
the resistance point. It then returns to
the center position when released.367us024
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Wiper/Washer system Rear window defroster6 Intermittent operation/
Cleaning the rear windowPress the lever briefly:
The intermittent setting of the rear
window wiper is switched on or off.
Press and hold the lever:
The system sprays washer fluid against
the rear window and activates the
wiper. After the lever is released, the
wiper continues to cycle for a few
seconds.
To change the wiper blades, refer to
page 128.
Cleaning the headlamps*If the headlamps are on, they will also
be cleaned every fifth time you activate
the cleaning the windshield 5 mode.
Do not use the washers if there is
any danger that the fluid will freeze
on the windshield, otherwise vision
could be obscured. For this reason, use
an antifreeze agent. Refer to page 108.
Do not use the washers when the reser-
voir is empty, otherwise damage to the
washer pump could result.< Windshield washer jetsThe windshield washer jets are heated
automatically
* when the ignition key is
in position 2.
The M coupe is equipped with a rear
window defroster.To activatePress the button, the indicator lamp
comes on.To deactivatePress the button if the indicator lamp is
on.
Maximum switch-on time
8 minutes.<36mus727
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Parking lamps/Low beamsParking lamps (position lamps/
side marker lamps)
Position 1
With the switch in this position,
vehicle lighting on both sides is
on.
Low beams
Position 2
When you switch the ignition off
while the low beams are still on,
only the parking lamps (position lamps/
side marker lamps) remain on.
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Instrument panel lightingIn order to adjust the illumination
intensity, turn the pulled switch. "LIGHTS ON" warningWhen you open the driver's door after
turning the ignition key to position 0,
a warning signal sounds for a few
seconds to remind you if the low beams
have not been switched off.Daytime running lamps
*
The headlamps are automatically
switched on for daylight driving at
ignition key position 2.
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Engine compartment1 Brake fluid reservoir112
2 Fuse box142
3 Coolant expansion tank112
4 Engine oil dipstick109
5 Engine oil filler neck109
6 Reservoir for windshield and
headlamp
* washer system108
7 Auxiliary terminal for jump-starting –
negative terminal144
8 Auxiliary terminal for jump-starting –
positive terminal144
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Fluids for the washer systems Washer nozzlesHeadlamp
* and windshield
washer system
Capacity: approx. 5.6 US quarts
(5.3 liters).
Fill with water and – if required – with an
antifreeze agent (according to the
manufacturer's recommendations).
We recommend that you mix the
washer fluid before adding it to
the reservoir.< 367de345
Antifreeze agent for the washer
systems is inflammable. For this
reason, keep it away from sources of
flame and store it only in its original
container. Store it so that it is inacces-
sible to children. Comply with the
instructions on the containers.<
Windshield washer systemWindshield:
The spray from the nozzles should be
directed so as to ensure effective
cleaning, even at high speeds.
If necessary, correct the adjustment
with a needle, or have the adjustment
made by your BMW center.
Rear window – M coupe only:
Have this system adjusted by your
BMW center as required.Headlamp washer system
*
Have this system adjusted by your
BMW center as required.
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Caring for your vehicleWhen using an automatic car wash, be
sure that:
>The car wash system is suited for the
dimensions of your vehicle.
>No damage will occur on vehicles
with attached body accessories (such
as spoilers or antennas). Consult the
car wash operator if necessary.
>The wheels and tires of your vehicle
cannot be damaged by the convey-
ance devices of the car wash system.
>The vehicle is cleaned with minimum
brush pressure, and ample water is
available for washing and rinsing.
Parts of the vehicle which are inacces-
sible to the automatic washer – such as
door sills, door and hood edges, etc. –
should be cleaned by hand.
In the winter months, it is especially
important to ensure that the vehicle is
washed on a regular basis. Large quan-
tities of dirt and road salt are difficult to
remove, and they also cause damage to
the vehicle.If spray wands or high-pressure
washers are used, be sure to
maintain an adequate distance between
the spray source and the vehicle's
surface. Inadequate distance and
excessive pressure can damage or
weaken the finish, making it more
susceptible to subsequent attack. In
addition, moisture could penetrate to
vehicle components, leading to long-
term damage.<
When cleaning the headlamps,
please observe the following:
>Do not rub dry (this causes scratches)
and never use abrasives or strong
solvents to clean the covers.
>Remove dirt and contamination (such
as insects) by soaking with BMW Car
Shampoo and then rinsing with plenty
of water.
>Always use a deicer spray to remove
accumulated ice and snow – never
use a scraper.<
After washing the vehicle, apply
the brakes briefly to dry them.
Braking efficiency might otherwise be
reduced by the moisture and the brake
discs could also be corroded.<
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