2005 BMW 745Li ignition

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Temperature adjustment
You can turn to select the
desired temperatures for the
driver's and passenger sides.
Your settings appear on the
Control Display's status line.
The figures in the display provide a general
indication of interior temperature. When
you start the vehicle, this system ensures
that the selected temperature is achieved
as quickly as possible. It then maintains this
temperature, regardless of the season.
Defrosting windows and removing
condensation
This program quickly removes
ice and condensation from the
windshield and door windows.
Adjusting air supply manually
You can adjust the air supply by
turning. The automatic air sup-
ply control is operational when-
ever you see your selection rep-
resented by a bar on the
Control Display's status line. The automatic
air distribution remains in operation as
before. You can reactivate the automatic air
supply mode with the AUTO button.
Switching air conditioner mode on
and off manually
The air conditioner cools and
dehumidifies the incoming air
before also reheating it as
required, according to temperature setting.
Depending on the weather, the windshield
may fog over briefly when the engine is
started.
The air conditioner comes on automatically
when you select the AUTO program.
Maximum cooling
This program quickly provides
maximum cooling.
The temperature display reverts
to 607/166 while the system
switches to the recirculated-air mode and
starts to provide maximum air supply through the vent outlets only. For this rea-
son you should ensure that these outlets
are open before selecting this program.
Outside air/AUC Automatic
recirculated-air control/recirculated
air
You can respond to unpleasant
odors or pollutants in the imme-
diate environment by tempo-
rarily suspending the supply of outside air.
The system then recirculates the air cur-
rently within the vehicle. AUC executes this
function automatically.
Press the button repeatedly to run through
the following control sequence:
>Indicator lamps off: outside air flows
into the vehicle
>Left indicator lamp on, AUC mode: the
system detects pollutants in the outside
air and responds by blocking the supply
of outside air when required. The sys-
tem then recirculates the air currently
within the vehicle.
Depending upon air quality, in the auto-
matic mode the system may start to
alternate between its outside-air and
recirculated-air modes
>Right indicator lamp on, recirculated-air
mode: the supply of outside air into the
vehicle is permanently blocked. The
system then recirculates the air cur-
rently within the vehicle.
If condensation starts to form on the
inside window surfaces during opera-
tion in the recirculated-air mode, you
should switch it off while also increasing air
supply as required.<
Residual heat mode
The system uses the warmth
stored in the engine to heat the
interior when the ignition is off,
for instance, while the vehicle
is stopped at a school to pick
up a child.
You can adjust the automatic climate con-
trol's settings when the ignition lock is in
the radio mode. The system blows heated

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106 air into the interior in accordance with the
selected distribution pattern while the igni-
tion is off.
Provided that the engine has warmed
to its normal operating temperature
and the battery is charged, you can use this
function for up to 15 minutes after switch-
ing off the ignition. The LED within the but-
ton lights up to confirm compliance with
both of these conditions.<
Front ventilation
You can adjust the vent outlets for the
upper body to suit your personal require-
ments.
You can use the serrated dials 1 to open
and close the outlets through an infinitely-
variable range, while the serrated dials 2
allow you to adjust the airflow direction.
Ventilation for cooling
A d j u s t t h e v e n t s t o d i r e c t t h e f l o w o f c o o l a i r
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.
You can also individually adjust the air
temperature of the air vents for the
upper body area in the Control Center,
refer to page108.
If the ventilation grill is completely closed,
the vehicle interior is ventilated indirectly
by air vents on the upper side of the cock-
pit.<
Ventilation for storage compartment
in front armrest
You can use the serrated dial in the storage
compartment to open and close the vent.
Depending upon the temperatures
selected at the rear dials, high tem-
peratures may occur in the storage com-
partment. Close the vent as required.<
Ventilation in the rear
The serrated dials 1 allow you to open and
close the ventilation outlets through an infi-
nitely-variable range.
You can adjust the airflow direction using
the levers 2.
The serrated dials3
* control the amount of
cooled air in the flow from the vent outlets:
Turn towards blue: colder
Turn towards red: warmer.
This function allows you to make minor
adjustments for maximum comfort while
also letting you vary temperatures within
the storage compartment.

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Switching off automatic climate
control*
The air supply, the heater and
the air conditioner are all
switched off. You can restart
the automatic climate control
by pressing any of its buttons
except the REST button.
Settings using Control Center
With the ignition on, select "Climate". You
can use the Control Center to set the fol-
lowing:
>"Left
Χ Right":
Separate settings for driver and front
passenger
>Adjusting and adapting air-distribution
patterns, refer to the next column
>Adjusting temperature for the upper
body, refer to page108
>Storing and calling up an individual set-
ting for interior ventilation outlets, air
distribution and temperature, refer to
page108.
Select the second page of the "Cli-
mate" menu.
>"Indep. ventil.":
For information on activating and deac-tivating the independent ventilation and
setting the timer, refer to page110
>"Seat temp.":
Adjusting temperature distribution
while the seat heaters are on, refer to
page52
>"Extra":
Switching the rear air conditioning or
rear cooler on and off, refer to
pages109 and114.
Select the first page of the "Climate"
menu.
Automatic air distribution and supply
"AUTO":
The AUTO program adjusts the airflow and
distribution patterns for you while also
using your preselected temperature setting
as the basis for adjusting the interior cli-
mate to adapt to external influences: sum-
mer, winter.
"Bi-Level":
This program operates in the same way as
the AUTO program, but with airflow
directed toward upper body and into the
footwells.
Combining air distribution yourself
You can cancel the AUTO program by
selecting specific air distribution patterns
for your personal comfort.

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Rear air conditioner*
The following settings and operating
modes can be selected and adjusted sepa-
rately on the left and right sides:
1Adjusting cooling
2Maximum cooling
3Adjusting air supply manually
4Switching off rear air conditioner
Switching on rear air conditioner
To switch on the rear air conditioner
>select maximum cooling2
>press the OFF button4 again
>select "Rear air cond." in the Control
Center and confirm, refer to Switching
on and off using the Control Center.
When you switch on the rear air con-
ditioner, you simultaneously switch
on the rear cooler, refer to page114.<
Adjusting cooling
You can also set the system to
provide the desired level of
cooling by turning. We recom-
mend setting the system for
moderate cooling. When you
start the vehicle, this system ensures that
the selected setting is achieved as quickly
as possible. It then maintains this tempera-
ture, regardless of the season.
Adjusting air supply manually
You can adjust the air supply by
turning.
Maximum cooling
This program quickly provides
maximum cooling.
The system automatically switches to the
recirculated-air mode while a high-speed
stream of air simultaneously emerges from
the vent outlets. For this reason you should
ensure that these outlets are open before
selecting this program.
Switching off rear air conditioner
The air conditioner is switched
off.
Press the button again to switch back on.
Switching on/off using Control
Center
1.With the ignition on, select "Climate"
2.Select and confirm the selection
to change to the second page of the
"Climate" menu
3.Select "Extra" and confirm your selec-
tion
4.Select "Rear air cond." and confirm
your selection.
The maximum cooling mode is auto-
matically activated when you switch
on the rear air conditioner in the Control
Center.<
Select "Rear air cond." again and confirm
your selection to switch off the system.

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Rear ventilation
Use the lever1 to vary the airflow direction.
For additional information on rear ventila-
tion options, refer to page106.
Independent ventilation
System operation is controlled using the
Control Center. You can set two different
times for the system to start.
The independent ventilation blows air into
the passenger compartment to lower inte-
rior temperatures.
The system remains on for 30 minutes. You
can also switch the system on and off man-
ually. Since the system uses a substantial
amount of electrical current, you should
refrain from activating it twice in succes-
sion without allowing the battery to be
recharged in normal operation between
use.
The independent ventilation is available for
preprogrammed operation at outside tem-
peratures above approx. 59 7/156 and
for direct activation at any temperature, but
is not operational when the vehicle is
underway.
The air enters the passenger compartment
through the vent outlets in the dashboard,
which can be adjusted for both direction
and airflow. These outlets must be open for
the system to operate.
Switching on and off directly
1.Activate the radio mode at the ignition
lock
2.Select "Indep. ventil." on the second
page of the "Climate" menu and confirm
your selection.
Select "Indep. ventil" a second time and
confirm to deactivate the system manually.
Preselecting switch-on time
You can preselect two activation times.
1.Activate the radio mode at the ignition
lock
2.Select "Indep. ventil." on the second
page of the "Climate" menu.
3.Select "Set time 1" or "Set time 2" and
confirm your selection
4.Enter the desired time
>Turn: set
>Press: confirm.

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Integrated universal remote
control*
The concept
The integrated universal remote control can
replace as many as three hand-held trans-
mitters for various remote-controlled
accessories, such as door openers and
house alarm systems. The integrated uni-
versal remote control registers and stores
signals from the original hand-held trans-
mitters.
The signal of an original hand-held trans-
mitter can be programmed on one of the
three memory keys1. Following that, each
of the devices can be actuated with the
appropriately-programmed memory key1.
The indicator lamp 2 flashes to confirm
transmission of the signal.
Should you sell your vehicle one day, be
sure to delete the stored programs before-
hand for your safety, refer to page113.
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 people, animals or objects are
within the swiveling and movement range
of the device. Also, comply with the safety
precautions of the original hand-held trans-
mitter.<
Checking compatibility
If you see this symbol on the pack-
aging or in the manual supplied with
the original 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. HomeLink is a registered trademark owned
by Johnson Controls, Inc.<
Programming
1Memory keys
2Indicator lamp
Fixed-code hand-held transmitter
1.Switch on the ignition
2.When using for the first time: press both
outer keys1 for approx. 20 seconds,
maintaining pressure until the indicator
lamp2 starts to flash. The three mem-
ory keys1 are cleared
3.Hold the original hand-held transmitter
at a distance of approx. 2 in/5 cm to
8 in/20 cm from the memory keys1
The required distance between
the hand-held transmitter and
memory keys1 depends on the relevant
system of the original hand-held trans-
mitter used.<
4.Simultaneously press the transmit key
on the original hand-held transmitter
and the desired memory key1 of the
integrated universal remote control.
Initially, the indicator lamp2 flashes
slowly. Release both keys as soon as
the indicator 2 lamp flashes rapidly. If
the indicator lamp2 does not flash rap-
idly after approx. 15 seconds, change
the distance
5.To program other original hand-held
transmitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.

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The corresponding memory key1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
The device can be operated as of ignition
on.
If the device can not be operated
after repeated programming, check
whether the original hand-held transmitter
uses an alternating-code system. To do so,
either read the instructions of the original
hand-held transmitter or press and hold
down the programmed memory key1 of
the integrated universal remote control.
If the indicator lamp2 on the integrated
universal remote control flashes quickly
for a brief period and then remains lit up
for approx. two seconds, this indicates
that the original hand-held transmitter is
equipped with an alternating-code system.
In the case of an alternating-code system,
program the memory keys1 as described
at the section on alternating-code transmit-
ters.<
Alternating-code transmitters
Consult the operating instructions of the
unit you wish to set when programming the
universal remote control. You will find infor-
mation there on the possibilities for syn-
chronization.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please
observe the following supplementary
instructions:
Programming will be easier with the
aid of a second person.<
1.Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device
2.Program the integrated universal
remote control as described at the sec-
tion on fixed-code hand-held transmit-
ters
3.Localize the key on the receiver of the
device you want to set up, e.g. on the
upper section of the motor
4.Press the key on the receiver of the
device you want to set up. After step 4,
you have approx. 30 seconds for step 55.Press the programmed memory key1
on the integrated universal remote con-
trol three times.
The corresponding memory key1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
If you have any additional questions,
please contact your BMW center.<
Clearing memory keys
Individual memory keys1 can not be
cleared. However, you clear all three mem-
ory keys1 together as follows:
Press both outer keys1 of the integrated
universal remote control for approx.
20 seconds, maintaining pressure until the
indicator lamp2 starts to flash.
Roller sun blinds*
Rear window blind
To actuate as of radio mode, briefly press
the button in the driver's door.
Roller sun blinds for rear side
windows
Activate by briefly pressing the desired but-
ton with the ignition lock as of radio mode.

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114 1Quarter window blind
2Side window blind
3Rear window blind
4Switching to the other side
The side window blind can not be
extended unless the side window is
closed. If the window is open, the blind will
rise slightly prior to immediately retracting
to its original position.<
Briefly press the safety switch in the
driver's door, refer to page44. The
indicator lamp must light up. This precau-
tion prevents children from operating the
sun blinds using the rear switches, etc.
Before using always ensure that the sun
blind's travel path is clear and unob-
structed.
When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the remote control from the ignition lock
and close the doors; this precaution pre-
vents children from using the sun blinds
and injuring themselves, etc.<
Automatically extending and
retracting sun blinds
You can extend and retract the sun blinds
together by pressing and holding button3
or the button in the driver's door.
Rear cooler*
The rear cooler is located behind the rear
seats' center armrest.
Switching on/off
From radio mode, press the button until the
indicator lamp in the button lights up. Vehicles with rear air conditioner:
Once switched on, the rear cooler
operates whenever the engine is running.
High temperatures in the luggage compart-
ment can affect the temperature in the rear
cooler.
Vehicles without rear air conditioner:
After the ignition has been switched off, the
rear cooler is switched off automatically
after a short period.
When a low voltage is reached, it is auto-
matically switched off to protect the vehicle
battery. The indicator lamp in the button
flashes.
In the event of a malfunction, please con-
tact your BMW center.<
Press the button again to switch off the rear
cooler.
Opening
Pull on the opener and fold the cooler box
forward.
Switching on/off using Control
Center*
When the rear air conditioner unit is
switched on, the rear cooler operates
whenever the engine is running.<
1.With the ignition on, select "Climate"
2.Select the second page of the
"Climate" menu
3.Select "Extra" and confirm your selec-
tion
4.Select "Rear refr. box" and confirm your
selection.