2010 BMW 650I COUPE manual transmission

Things to remember when driving
120 the road surface, ultimately undermining your
ability to steer and brake the vehicle.<
The risk of hydroplaning increases as the tread
depth of the tires decreases, refer also to Mini-
mum tire tread on page199.
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.<
Using pranking brake on inclines
On inclines, do not hold the vehicle in
place for a long time by riding the clutch;
use the parking brake. Otherwise greater clutch
wear will result.<
Braking safely
Your BMW is equipped with ABS as a standard
feature. 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 of the brake pedal, combined with
sounds from the hydraulic circuits, indicate 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.<
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet or there is heavy rain,
briefly exert gentle pressure on the brake pedal
every 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 pressure on the brake can lead to high tem-
peratures, brake wear and possibly even brake
failure.<
The braking effect of the engine can be further
increased by downshifting, if necessary all the
way down into first gear. This strategy helps
you avoid placing excessive loads on the brake
system. For information on downshifting in the
manual mode of the sport automatic transmis-
sion, refer to page59.
Do not drive with the clutch depressed, in
idle or with the engine switched off, other-
wise there will be no engine braking action or
support of the braking force and steering.
Never allow floor mats, carpets or any other
objects to protrude into the area of movement
of the pedals and impair their operation.<
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 vehicle is parked
Condensation forms in the air conditioner sys-
tem during operation, and then exits under the
vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the
vehicle are therefore normal.
Cargo loading
To avoid loading the tires beyond their
approved carrying capacity, never over-

Mobility
219Reference
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Access to screw thread
Press the arrow symbol on the cover in the
bumper.
Front
Rear
Being towed
Make sure that the ignition is switched on,
refer to page56, otherwise the low
beams, tail lamps, turn signals and windshield
wipers would not be available. Do not tow the
vehicle with the rear axle raised, as otherwise
the steering can turn to the left or right.When
the engine is stopped, there is no power assist.
This then requires increased effort for braking
and steering. Active steering is deactivated and
larger steering wheel movements are
required.<
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.
Manual transmission
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Sport automatic transmission
Before towing, manually release the
transmission lock, even if there is no mal-
function in the transmission. Otherwise there is
a risk that the transmission lock will engage dur-
ing towing.<
Manually unlocking and locking transmission
lock, refer to page60.
Do not exceed a towing speed of
45 mph/70 km/h and a towing distance of
90 miles/150 km; otherwise, the sport auto-
matic transmission may be damaged.<
Towing methods
Do not lift vehicle by tow fitting or body
and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.<
In some countries, towing with tow bars or
ropes in public traffic is not permitted. Familiar-
ize yourself with the regulations on towing in the
respective country.
With tow bar
The towing vehicle may not be lighter
than the vehicle to be towed, otherwise it
will not be possible to reliably control vehicle
response.<
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:
>Clearance and maneuvering capability will
be sharply limited during cornering.
>When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will
exert lateral forces, tending to push the
vehicle sideways.
Only attach the tow bar to the tow fittings,
as attachment to other vehicle parts can
lead to damage.<
With tow rope
When starting off in the towing vehicle, make
sure that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated
stresses on vehicle components when

Everything from A to Z
238 Displacement, refer to Engine
data224
Display, refer to iDrive
controls16
Display elements, refer to
Instrument cluster12
Display lighting, refer to
Instrument lighting102
Displays
– on Control Display, refer to
iDrive16
– refer to Instrument
cluster12
Displays on the windshield,
refer to Head-up Display93
Disposal
– battery of remote control
with Comfort Access36
– coolant205
– vehicle battery214
Distance, refer to
Computer74
Distance control, refer to
Active cruise control64
Distance to destination, refer
to Computer74
Distance warning, refer to
PDC Park Distance
Control82
Door entry lighting, refer to
Interior lamps102
Door key, refer to Keys/
remote control26
Door lock29
Doors
– manual operation30
– remote control28
DOT Quality Grades198
Draft-free ventilation106
Drinks holder, refer to
Cupholders112
Drive-off assistant85
Driving lamps, refer to Parking
lamps/low beams98
Driving stability control
systems83
Driving through water120
Driving tips, refer to General
driving notes118Dry air, refer to Cooling
function105
Drying the air, refer to Cooling
function105
DSC Dynamic Stability
Control83
– indicator lamp13,84
– malfunction84
DTC Dynamic Traction
Control84
– activating84
– indicator lamp13,84
DVD
– country codes156
– settings157
– video playback156
DVD menu157
DVD player, refer to CD
player154
DVD video156
Dynamic Brake Control DBC
– warning lamp85
Dynamic destination
guidance137
Dynamic Drive85
Dynamic Driving Control60
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC83
Dynamic Traction Control
DTC84
E
Easy entry, refer to Entering
rear49
Easy entry/exit52
Eject button, refer to Buttons
in area of the CD/DVD
player146
Electrical malfunction
– convertible top41
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap194
– glass sunroof39
– luggage compartment lid32
– storage compartment, hotel
function31
Electric convertible top39Electric steering wheel
adjustment52
Electronic brake-force
distribution83
Electronic oil level check203
Emergency operation, refer to
Manual operation
– convertible top41
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap194
– glass sunroof39
– hotel function31
– luggage compartment lid32
– transmission lock, sport
automatic transmission60
Emergency release for
luggage compartment lid in
cargo bay32
Emergency request216
Emergency services, refer to
Roadside Assistance217
Engine
– breaking-in118
– data224
– overheated, refer to Coolant
temperature72
– speed224
– starting57
– starting, Comfort Access34
– switching off57
– switching off when equipped
with Automatic
transmission, with Comfort
Access35
Engine compartment203
Engine coolant205

Everything from A to Z
240 Gasoline
– refer to Average fuel
consumption73
– refer to Fuel
specifications195
– refer to Required fuel195
Gasoline display, refer to Fuel
gauge73
Gas station
recommendations137
Gearshift lever
– manual transmission58
General driving
notes118,119
Glass sunroof, electric with
raise function38
– convenient opening and
closing30
– convenient opening and
closing with Comfort
Access35
– moving manually39
– remote control28
Glove compartment110
GPS navigation, refer to
Navigation system126
Grills, refer to Ventilation106
Gross vehicle weight, refer to
Weights227
H
Handbrake
– indicator lamp13,58
Handbrake, refer to Parking
brake58
Hands-free system, refer to
Microphone14
Hand washing209
Hazard warning flashers15
HD Radio150
Head airbags90
Headlamp
– cleaning tank, refer to
Capacities227
Headlamp control,
automatic98
Headlamp flasher61Headlamps
– cleaning, refer to Wiper
system62
– filler neck for washer
fluid203
– replacing bulbs212
Head restraints
– active front head
restraints48
– front48
– sitting safely45
Head-up Display93
Heated
– mirrors51
– rear window105
– seats50
– steering wheel52
Heating104
– exterior mirrors51
– interior103
– rear window105
– residual heat106
– seats50
– steering wheel52
Heating with engine switched
off, refer to Residual
heat106
Heavy cargo, refer to Securing
cargo122
Height, refer to
Dimensions225
Height adjustment
– seats46
– steering wheel52
High-beam Assistant100
High beams100
– headlamp flasher100
– indicator lamp13
High-pressure cleaning
jets208,209
High water, refer to Driving
through water120
Highway, refer to Route
criteria
136
Hills120
Holder for cups112
Homepage of BMW4
Hood202
Horn10Hotel function30
– unlocking manually31
Hot exhaust system119
Hydraulic brake assistant,
refer to Brake assistant83
Hydroplaning119
I
IBOC, refer to HD Radio150
Ice, refer to Outside
temperature warning72
Identification mark
– recommended tire
brands201
– run-flat tires200
– tire coding198
iDrive16
– changing date and time77
– changing language80
– changing settings80
– changing units of measure
and display type74
– controller16
– controls16
– operating principle17
– setting brightness81
– start menu17
– status information19
Ignition56
– switched off57
– switched on56
Ignition key, refer to Keys/
remote control26
Ignition key position 1, refer to
Radio readiness56
Ignition key position 2, refer to
Ignition on56
Ignition lock56
– starting engine with Comfort
Access35
Impressum2
Imprint2

Everything from A to Z
242 Locking and unlocking doors
– confirmation signals29
– from inside30
– from outside28
Low beams98
– automatic98
– replacing bulbs213
Lower back support, refer to
Lumbar support46
Luggage compartment
– hotel function30
– increasing capacity,
Convertible32
Luggage compartment lid31
– emergency operation32
– emergency release32
– opening from inside31
– opening from outside31
– opening with remote
control28,31
– unlocking manually32
Luggage compartment lid/
tailgate
– Comfort Access35
Lumbar support46
M
M+S tires, refer to Winter
tires201
Maintenance206
– refer to Service
requirements75
Maintenance system206
Malfunction
– convertible top41
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap194
– hotel function31
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control77
Managing music164
Manual air distribution105Manual operation
– convertible top41
– door lock30
– driver's door30
– fuel filler flap194
– glass sunroof39
– hotel function31
– luggage compartment lid32
– transmission lock, sport
automatic transmission60
Manual transmission58
Map display138
Map for navigation
– changing scale139
– destination entry132
Map view facing north138
Master key, refer to Keys/
remote control26
Maximum cooling105
Maximum speed with winter
tires201
Measurements, refer to
Dimensions
– Convertible226
– Coupe225
Memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory47
Menus, refer to iDrive16
Messages178
Messages from the concierge
service179
Microfilter107
Microphone
– for mobile phone14
– for voice activation
system14
Mirror dimming feature52
Mirrors51
– automatic curb monitor51
– folding in and out51
– heating51
– memory, refer to Seat, mirror
and steering wheel
memory47Mobile phone
– adjusting volume175
– connecting, refer to Mobile
phone, pairing172
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest111
– operation via iDrive175
– pairing172
– refer to separate operating
instructions
Mobile phone, refer to
Telephone172
Mobile phone battery183
Monitor, refer to iDrive16
Monitoring pressure of tires,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor85
MP3 player, connecting, refer
to AUX-IN port166
MP3 player, connecting, refer
to USB audio interface166
Multi-channel playback147
Multi-function steering wheel,
refer to Buttons on steering
wheel11
Multifunction switch
– refer to Turn signals/
headlamp flasher61
– refer to Wiper system62
Music, playing162
Music collection161
– backup165
– deleting165
– random sequence164
– restoring165
Music player, connecting,
refer to AUX-IN port166
Music player, connecting,
refer to USB audio
interface166
Music search162
MW, waveband149
My Info179

Everything from A to Z
244 Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection system
– glass sunroof38
– windows37
R
Radio
– controls146
– HD Radio150
– satellite radio152
– selecting waveband149
– storing stations150
– switching on/off146
– tone control146
– volume146
– weatherband, refer to
Weather news flashes151
Radio key, refer to Keys/
remote control26
Radio position, refer to Radio
readiness56
Radio readiness56
– switched off57
– switched on56
– with Comfort Access35
Rain sensor, windshield wiper
system62
Random sequence
– external devices168
– music collection164
Reading lamps102
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps213
Rearview mirrors, refer to
Mirrors51
Rear window
– heating105
– opening and closing37
Reception
– quality150
– radio stations150
Recirculated-air mode, refer
to AUC Automatic
recirculated-air control105
Recirculation of air, refer to
AUC Automatic
recirculated-air control105Reclining seat, refer to
Seats45
Reflectors, refer to Tail
lamps213
Refueling194
Releasing
– hood202
Releasing the locks, refer to
Unlocking34
Remaining distance, refer to
Cruising range73
Remaining distance to
destination, refer to
Computer74
Remote control26
– Comfort Access34
– garage door opener109
– luggage compartment lid28
– malfunction29,35
– replacing battery35
Removing condensation on
the windows105
Replacement fuses215
Replacement of tires
– refer to Changing
wheels214
Replacement remote control,
refer to New remote
controls26
Replacing bulbs, refer to
Lamps and bulbs212
Replacing wheels/tires, refer
to New wheels and tires200
Reporting safety defects7
Required fuel195
Reserve
– warning, refer to Fuel
gauge73
Reset, refer to Resetting tone
settings148
Residual heat106
Restraint systems
– for children53
– refer to Safety belts50
Retreaded tires200
Reverse
– CD changer156
– CD player156Reverse gear
– manual transmission58
– Sport automatic
transmission59
Road map138
Roadside
Assistance187,217
Roadside parking lamps100
– replacing bulbs, refer to
Parking lamps213
Rollover protection system on
Convertible92
– lowering92
Rope, refer to Tow-starting
and towing218
Rotary/pushbutton, refer to
iDrive16
Route136,137
– bypassing sections137
– changing136,137
– changing criteria136
– displaying map view138
– displaying streets or towns/
cities137
– selecting136
Route information, refer to
Destination guidance with
voice instructions137
Route map, refer to Displaying
map view138
Route selection136
RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to Run-
flat tires200
Run-flat System Component
RSC, refer to Run-flat
tires200
Run-flat tires200
– continuing driving with a
damaged tire86,88
– flat tire86,88
– Flat Tire Monitor85
– tire inflation pressure196
– Tire Pressure Monitor87
– tire replacement200,201
– winter tires201

Everything from A to Z
246 Sport automatic
transmission58
– Dynamic Driving Control60
– kickdown59
– releasing transmission
lock60
– towing219,220
– with Comfort Access35
Sport program in the Sport
automatic transmission59
Stability control, refer to
Driving stability control
systems83
Start/Stop button56
– starting the engine57
– switching off the engine57
Starting, refer to Starting
engine57
Starting assistance, refer to
Jump starting217
Starting difficulties, refer to
Jump starting217
Starting off on slopes, refer to
Drive-off assistant85
Start menu17
Station, refer to Radio149
Station, selecting
– radio149
Stationary ventilation
– preselecting activation
times107
Status information on Control
Display19
Status of this Owner's Manual
at time of printing5
Steam cleaners208,209
Steering wheel
– adjustment52
– automatic adjustment, refer
to Easy entry/exit52
– automatic adjustment, refer
to Steering wheel
memory47
– buttons on steering
wheel11
– heating52
– lock, refer to Ignition lock56
– memory47Steering with variable ratio,
refer to Active steering89
Steptronic, refer to Sport
automatic transmission58
Storage compartments112
Stored trip, calling up135
Storing211
Storing a destination in the
address book129
Storing music161
Storing sitting position, refer
to Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory
47
Storing tires201
Storing your vehicle211
Street, entering for
navigation128
Summer tires, refer to Wheels
and tires196
Surround147
SVCD156
SW, waveband149
Switches, refer to Cockpit10
Switching automatically
between high beams and
low beams, refer to High-
beam Assistant100
Switching automatically
between high beams and
low beams, refer to High-
beam assistant100
Switching off
– engine57
Switching on
– audio146
– CD changer146
– CD player146
– radio146
Swiveling headlamps, refer to
Adaptive Light Control99
Symbols4
– indicator/warning lamps13
T
Tachometer72
Tail lamps213
– replacing bulbs213Tank capacity
– also refer to Capacities227
– fuel tank capacity194
Target cursor for
navigation132
Technical alterations, refer to
For your own safety5
Technical data224
– capacities227
– dimensions225
Telephone172
– installation location, refer to
Center armrest111
– refer to separate operating
instructions
– voice commands179
TeleService186
TeleService Diagnosis188
TeleService Help188
Temperature
– adjusting in upper body
region106
– adjusting with automatic
climate control104
– changing unit of measure74
– refer to Coolant
temperature72
Temperature display
– outside temperature72
– outside temperature
warning72
– setting the units74
Temperature gauge
– engine oil73
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control63
The individual vehicle5
Tilt alarm sensor33
– switching off34
Tilting down passenger-side
exterior mirror51
Timer, refer to Preselecting
activation times107
Tire inflation pressure196
Tire pressure
– loss86,87
Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM87
Tire Quality Grading198

Reference 247
At a glance
Controls
Driving tips
Communications
Navigation
Entertainment
Mobility
Tire replacement
– new wheels and tires200
Tires
– age198
– air loss86,88
– breaking-in118
– condition199
– damage199
– inflation pressure196
– minimum tread depth199
– new wheels and tires200
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Flat Tire Monitor85
– pressure monitoring, refer to
Tire Pressure Monitor87
– replacing200
– retreaded tires200
– run-flat tires200
– size197
– size, refer to The right
wheels and tires200
– wear indicators199
– wheel/tire combination200
– winter tires201
Tires with run-flat properties
– refer to Run-flat tires200
TMC station, refer to Traffic
information139
Tone
– control146
– middle setting148
Tone on locking/unlocking29
Tools, refer to Onboard
vehicle tool kit212
Top39
Top 50 of music
collection163
Torque, refer to Engine
data224
Tow bar219
Tow fitting218
Towing218
– methods219
– tow fittings218
– with manual
transmission219
– with Sport automatic
transmission219
Town/city, for navigation127Tow rope219
Tow-starting218
TPM Tire Pressure
Monitor87
– resetting system87
– system limits87
– warning lamp88
Tracks
– selecting with CD154
Traction-assist feature, refer
to DSC Dynamic Stability
Control83
Traction control, refer to DSC
Dynamic Stability
Control83
Traffic bulletins
– categories141
Traffic bulletins, filtering141
Traffic congestion
– displaying traffic
information139
– refer to Bypassing route
sections137
Traffic information for
navigation
– depiction in route map141
– during destination
guidance141
Traffic information with
navigation139
Transmission
– drive-off assistant85
– manual transmission58
– sport automatic
transmission58
– towing219
– transmission lock, manually
locking and unlocking, sport
automatic transmission60
Transporting children
safely53
Transport securing device,
refer to Securing cargo122
Tread depth, refer to Minimum
tire tread199
Trip, deleting135
Trip, storing134
Trip-distance counter
– refer to Trip meter72Trip meter72
Trip odometer, refer to Trip
meter72
Trips, changing135
Trunk, refer to Luggage
compartment32
Trunk lid, refer to Luggage
compartment lid31
Turning circle, refer to
Dimensions225
Turn signals61
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading/
UTQR198
Units
– average fuel
consumption74
– temperature74
Universal garage-door
opener, refer to Integrated
universal remote
control109
Universal remote control, refer
to Integrated universal
remote control109
Unlocking
– from inside30
– from outside28
– setting unlocking
behavior28
– without key, refer to Comfort
Access34
Unlocking without key, refer to
Comfort Access34
Updating the navigation
data126
USB audio interface166
Used batteries
– refer to Disposal214
– refer to Replacing battery36
Using turn signals61
V
VCD156