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ControlsTechnology for driving comfort and safety
Never move the retrac table hardtop when
the rollover protection system is in the
activated position.
Do not make any modifica tions to the individual
components of the rollover protection system
or its cabling.
Work on the rollover protection system should
be performed only by your BMW center.
Incorrectly performed work on the system may
lead to system failure or incorrect operation.
To check the system and ensure flawless long-
term operation, always observe the service
intervals, refer to page 84.<
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Driving tipsThings to remember when driving
Things to remember when driving
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. As a result, some equip-
ment described may not be available in a partic-
ular vehicle, for example due to the options or
national-market version selected. This also
applies to safety related functions and systems.
Break-in period
Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to
each other. Please follo w the instructions below
in order to achieve the optimal service life and
economy of operation for your vehicle.
Engine and differential
Always obey all official speed limits.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Drive at varying engine and road speeds, but do
not exceed an engine speed of 4,500 rpm or a
road speed of 100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full-throttle operation and use of the
transmission's kickdown mode.
After driving 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Engine and vehicle speeds can be gradually
increased.
Tires
Due to technical factors associated with their
manufacture, tires do no t achieve their full trac-
tion potential until after an initial break-in
period. Therefore, drive cautiously 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. Drive cautiously during this break-in
period.
Clutch
The function of the clut ch reaches its optimal
level only after a distance driven of approx.
500 km. During this break-in period, engage the
clutch gently.
Following part replacement
The same break-in procedures should be
observed if any of the components mentioned
above have to be renewe d in the course of the
vehicle's operating life.
Saving fuel
The fuel consumption of your vehicle depends
on several factors. You can lower fuel consump-
tion and the environmental impact by taking
certain measures, adjusting your driving style
and having the vehicl e serviced regularly.
Remove any unneeded cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove any mounted parts after you
have finished using them
Remove unneeded additional mirrors, the roof
rack and the rear luggage rack after use.
Mounted parts affect th e vehicle's aerodynam-
ics and increase fuel consumption.
Close the windows and glass roof
An open glass roof or window causes higher air
resistance and thus increases fuel consump-
tion.
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Things to remember when driving
Driving tips
Check tire inflation pressure regularly
Check the tire inflation pr
essure at least twice a
month and before embarking on a long journey,
and correct it if necessary.
Low tire inflation pressure causes higher rolling
resistance and thus increases fuel consumption
and tire wear.
Set off immediately
Do not let the engine wa rm up while the car is
still standing, but set off immediately at moder-
ate engine speed. This is the fastest way for the
cold engine to reach its operating temperature.
Drive defensively
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking
maneuvers. To do so, keep an adequate dis-
tance between you and th e vehicle in front of
you. A defensive and smooth driving style
keeps fuel consumption down.
Avoid high engine speeds
Only use first gear when setting off. In second
and higher gears, accele rate without hesitation
or pauses. When accelera ting, shift up before
reaching high engine speeds.
When you reach the desi red speed, shift into
the highest applicable ge ar and drive with the
engine speed as low as possible and at a con-
stant speed.
As a rule: driving at low engine speeds lowers
fuel consumption and reduces wear.
Coasting
When approaching a red lig ht, take your foot off
the accelerator and coast to a stop in the high-
est applicable gear.
On a downhill slope, take your foot off the accel-
erator and coast in a suitable gear.
The fuel supply is interrupted when coasting.
Switch off the engine during lengthy
stops
Switch off the engine when stopping for lengthy
periods, e.g. at traffic lights, railroad crossings
or in traffic congestions. You achieve fuel sav-
ings even if standing time is as short as approx.
4seconds.
Switch off functions you do not need at
the moment
Functions such as the air conditioner, seat
heating or rear window defroster draw large
amounts of power and consume additional fuel.
Especially in city traffic and in stop-and-go driv-
ing they have a considerable impact. Therefore,
switch these functions off when they are not
really needed.
Have the vehicle serviced
Have the vehicle serviced regularly to achieve
good economy and a long vehicle life. BMW
recommends having the vehicle serviced at
your BMW center. Also note the BMW service
system, refer to page 202.
General driving notes
Close the trunk lid
Only drive with the trunk closed. Failure to
do so may endanger passengers or other
road users or may damage the vehicle in the
event of an accident or a braking and evasive
maneuver. In addition, exhaust gas may flow
into the passenger compartment. <
If special circumstances make it absolutely nec-
essary to drive with the trunk open:
1. Close all windows and the glass roof.
2. Greatly increase the air volume of the air
conditioner or automatic climate control
system, refer to page 110 or113.
3. Drive cautiously.
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BMW Professional radio
Entertainment
To store a channel:
1.
Press the button.
2. Press the button as often as
necessary until the de sired memory level,
SAT 1 or SAT 2, is reached.
3.
... Press and hold the
desired button until the channel starts to
play again after a brief interruption.
Changing to the current channel
Press the button.
Additional information
The name of the channel and additional infor-
mation about the current track is displayed, e.g.,
the name of the artist.
1. Select the desired channel.
2. Press the button.
Changing channels using buttons
Press the button for the corresponding
direction. The next activated channel is
recalled.
Search function
1. Press and hold the button for the
corresponding direction. The activated
channels are shown, one after another, on
the display.
2. Release the button to select the displayed
channel.
Notes
When there is a signal blockage or the transmis-
sion is suspended mome ntarily for more than
4 seconds, a message appears on the Control
Display. Service may be interrupted or unavailable
for specific reasons such as environmen-
tal or topographic conditions and others that
Satellite Radio cannot directly control. Signals
may not be available under tunnels, in parking
garages, next to tall build ings, nearby trees with
dense foliage, nearby mo untains or other possi-
ble strong sources of radio interference. Ser-
vice should resume normally after the source of
signal unavailability has been cleared. <
CD player and CD changer
Starting the CD player
It may take a moment for the CD player to start.
1. Switch on the radio, refer to page 142.
2. Insert the CD with the printed side up into
the CD slot.
If there is already a CD in the CD slot:
1. Switch on the radio, if necessary.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
Starting CD changer
It may take a moment for the CD changer to
start.
1. Switch on the radio, refer to page 142.
2. Fill the CD magazine and insert it, refer to
page 149.
3. Press the button.
4. Press the button.
Selecting a CD
Press the button for the desired CD number.
The corresponding CD nu mber will appear on
the display. At the end of the last track, the next
CD is selected and played.
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Communications
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CommunicationsTe l e p h o n e
4.
Press the button.
The arrows indicate that
additional letters can be displayed.
Turn the knob on the right to display addi-
tional letters.
5. Turn the knob on the right to select the first
letters of the desired entry.
6. Press the button if so desired.
The phone number is dialed.
To display all entries:
1. Turn the knob on the right to select the first
letters of the desire d entry and press the
knob.
2. Turn the knob on the right to select the
desired entry and press the knob on the
right.
The phone number is dialed.
The phone number can also be dialed using the
buttons on the steering wheel or radio: Press the button.
Editing and dialing a phone number
from the phone book
The phone number of an entry can be edited
before a call. This change is not stored in the
phone book.
1. Select an entry.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button to delete a
digit.
4. Enter additional digits using the 0-9 but-
tons.
5. Press the knob on the right to dial the phone
number.
Dialing a phone number from the phone
book using buttons on the steering
wheel
1. Press and hold the button to display the
telephone menu.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the steering
wheel to scroll through the phone book.
3. Press and hold the button to dial the
phone number.
Dialing a phone number stored in a list
To select an entry and establish a connection:
1. Switch on radio readiness or ignition.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
4. Press the desired button to select
one of the four lists.
5. Turn the knob on the ri ght to select an entry
and press the knob to dial the phone num-
ber.
Deleting an individual entry
1. Select the desired entry from the list.
2. Press the button.
Keypad dialing
Use the multi-frequency dialing system to
access network services or to control devices,
for example to remotely access an answering
machine. This requ ires the DTMF code.
This function is availa ble if a connection has
been established and th e call is being made
using the hands-free system.
1.
Press the button.
2. Enter the desired code using the 0-9 but-
tons.
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Te l e p h o n e
Communications
Deleting an entry from the voice phone
book
You can delete any entry from the voice phone
book.
Deleting all entries from the voice
phone book
Adjusting volume
Turn the knob on the le
ft during the announce-
ment.
> The volume remains the same, even if the
volume of other audio sources is changed.
> The volume is stored for the remote control
currently in use.
BMW phone numbers
It is possible to store phone numbers for several
BMW services without having BMW Assist acti-
vated. As soon as BMW Assist is activated, the
services of BMW Assist are available, refer to
page 167. >
"Road Assist": BMW Group Mobile Service,
if you require assistance in the event of a
breakdown.
> "Service": your BMW center, for example
when you wish to schedule a service
appointment.
> "Customer Relations": Customer Relations,
for information about your vehicle.
Displaying phone numbers
1.Switch on radio readiness or ignition.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button.
4. Turn the knob on the right until the desired
phone number is displayed.
Snap-in adapter
General information
Detailed information on snap-in adapters that
compatibly support mobile phone functions can
be found at your BMW center.
Notes
At high temperatures, the charging function of
the mobile phone may be limited and some
functions may no longer be carried out.
When using the mobile phone via the vehicle,
follow the instructions given in the owner's
manual for the mobile phone.
1.
{Delete name }.
2. Say the name when prompted by the
system.
3. Confirm request: {Yes }
1. {Delete phonebook }.
The dialog for deleting phone book is
opened.
2. Confirm request: {Yes }
3. Confirm request again: {Yes }
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ConnectedDrive
Communications
ConnectedDrive
Vehicle equipment
In this chapter, all production, country, and
optional equipment that is offered in the model
range is described. Equipment is also described
that is not available because of, for example,
selected options or coun
try version. This also
applies to safety related functions and systems.
BMW Assist
General information
BMW Assist provides a number of different ser-
vices. For example, the position data of the
vehicle can be transmi tted to the BMW Assist
Response Center when an Emergency Request
is sent.
Many BMW Assist services depend on the con-
tract individually agreed upon.
After the contract has expired, the BMW Assist
system will be deactiva ted by the BMW Assist
Response Center without you having to visit a
BMW center. After the BMW Assist system has
been deactivated, no BM W Assist services will
be available. The BMW Assist system can be
reactivated by a BMW center after a new con-
tract has been signed.
Requirements
> The installed BMW Assist system is logged
into a mobile phone network. This network
must be capable of transmitting the ser-
vices.
> To transmit position data, the vehicle must
be able to determine its current position.
> The BMW Assist was ordered at your BMW
center or the BMW Assist Response Center
and the service contract was signed. The
service must have been fully enabled.
> BMW Assist is activated.
Services offered
The following services are available through
BMW Assist:
>Emergency Request:
When you press the SOS button, a connec-
tion to the BMW Assist Response Center is
established. The BMW Assist Response
Center then speaks with you and takes fur-
ther steps to help you.
> Automatic Emergency Request:
Under certain conditions, a connection to
the BMW Assist Response Center is estab-
lished immediately after a serious accident.
If possible, the BMW Assist Response Cen-
ter then speaks with you and takes further
steps to help you.
> Enhanced Roadside Assistance:
BMW Roadside Assistance can be con-
tacted if assistance is needed in the event of
a breakdown. If possible, the vehicle data
and position data are transmitted during
this call.
> Customer Relations:
connection to Customer Relations for infor-
mation on all aspects of your vehicle.
> TeleServices:
data on your vehicle' s service status or
required inspections ar e transmitted to your
BMW center, either automatically before a
service due date or when you request a
BMW service appointment.
> Remote Door Unlock:
the BMW Assist Response Center provides
assistance if, for example, the remote con-
trol is not available and the vehicle needs to
be opened.
> Stolen Vehicle Recovery:
after you report to the police that your vehi-
cle was stolen, the BMW Assist Response
Center can determine its position.
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