2013 BMW M6 COUPE trailer

After 10 seconds, the indicator lamp
flashes continuously. Interior motion sen‐
sor and tilt alarm sensor are not active.▷The indicator lamp goes out after unlock‐
ing:
The vehicle has not been tampered with.▷The indicator lamp flashes after unlocking
until the engine ignition is switched on, but
no longer than approx. 5 minutes:
An alarm has been triggered.
Tilt alarm sensor The tilt of the vehicle is monitored.
The alarm system responds in situations such
as attempts to steal a wheel or when the car is
towed.
Interior motion sensor The windows and glass sunroof must be
closed for the system to function properly.
Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐
sor can be switched off together, such as in
the following situations:
▷In automatic car washes.▷In duplex garages.▷During transport on car-carrying trains, at
sea or on a trailer.▷When animals are to remain in the vehicle.
Switching off the tilt alarm sensor and
interior motion sensor
Press the remote control button again
within 10 seconds as soon as the vehicle
is locked.
The indicator lamp lights up for approx. 2 sec‐
onds and then continues to flash.
The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sen‐
sor are switched off until the vehicle is locked
again.
Power windows
General information Take the remote control with you
Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, for exam‐
ple, cannot operate the power windows and in‐
jure themselves.◀
Opening
▷ Press the switch to the resistance
point.
The window opens while the switch is held.▷ Press the switch beyond the resist‐
ance point.
The window opens automatically.
Pressing the switch again stops the motion.
Convenient opening, refer to page 34, via the
remote control.
Closing Keep the closing path clear
Monitor the closing process and make
sure that the closing path of the window is
clear; otherwise, injuries may result.◀
▷ Pull the switch to the resistance
point.
The window closes while the switch is
held.
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System limits
Limits of ultrasonic measurement
The detection of objects can reach the physi‐
cal limits of ultrasonic measurement, e.g.:▷With tow bars and trailer hitches.▷With thin or wedge-shaped objects.▷With low objects.▷With objects with corners and sharp edges.
Low objects already displayed, e.g., curbs, can
move into the blind area of the sensors before
or after a continuous tone sounds.
High, protruding objects such as ledges may
not be detected.
False warnings
PDC may issue a warning under the following
conditions even though there is no obstacle
within the detection range:
▷In heavy rain.▷When sensors are very dirty or covered in
ice.▷When sensors are covered in snow.▷On rough road surfaces.▷In large buildings with right angles and
smooth walls, e.g., in underground ga‐
rages.▷In heavy exhaust.▷Due to other ultrasound sources, e.g.,
sweeping machines, high pressure steam
cleaners or neon lights.
Malfunction
A Check Control message is displayed.
The range of the sensors is shown as a shaded
area on the Control Display.
PDC has failed. Have the system checked.
To ensure full operability:
▷Keep the sensors clean and free of ice.▷When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the sensors for long periods and
maintain a distance of at least 12 in/30 cm.
Surround View
The concept Surround View comprises various camera as‐
sistance systems that help the driver when
parking, maneuvering, and at complex exits
and intersections.
▷Rearview camera, refer to page 121▷Side View, refer to page 126.▷Top View, refer to page 124.
Backup camera
The concept
The backup camera provides assistance in
parking and maneuvering backwards. The area
behind the vehicle is shown on the Control
Display.
Hints Check the traffic situation as well
Check the traffic situation around the ve‐
hicle with your own eyes. Otherwise, an acci‐
dent could result from road users or objects lo‐
cated outside the picture area of the backup
camera.◀
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External temperature warn‐ing 78
Eyes for securing cargo 153
F
Failure message, refer to Check Control 75
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 41
Fan, refer to Air flow 131
Fault displays, refer to Check Control 75
Filler neck for engine oil 173
Fine wood, care 192
First aid kit 185
Fitting for towing, refer to Tow fitting 188
Flat tire, changing wheels 181
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 98
Flat tire, repairing 166
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 96
Flat tire, warning lamp 97, 99
Flooding 150
Floor carpet, care 193
Floor mats, care 193
Fold-out position, windshield wipers 72
Foot brake 150
For the headliner, refer to All around the interior rearview
mirror 15
Front airbags 93
Front center armrest 141
Front lamps 178
Front passenger airbags, au‐ tomatic deactivation 95
Front passenger airbags, indi‐ cator lamp 95
Front seats 45
Front turn signals, refer to Light-emitting diodes,
LEDs 179
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 98 Fuel 160
Fuel cap 158
Fuel consumption, current 79
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 84
Fuel filler flap 158
Fuel gauge 77
Fuel quality 160
Fuel recommendation 160
Fuel, tank capacity 198
Fuse 182
G
Garage door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote
control 135
Gasoline 160
Gasoline quality 160
Gear change 66
Gear shift indicator 81
General driving notes 149
Glass sunroof, powered with tilt function 42
Glove compartment 140
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 197
Gross weight, permissible for trailer towing 197
Ground clearance 151
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 63
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 136
Hazard warning flashers 184
Head airbags 93
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 89
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 88
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture via remote control 34 Headlamp flasher 71
Headlamp glass 179
Headlamps 178
Headlamps, care 191
Headlamp washer system 71
Head restraints 45
Head restraints, front 49
Head-Up Display 127
Head-up Display, care 193
Head-up display, M view 128
Head-up display, standard view 128
Heavy cargo, stowing 153
Height, seats 45
Height, vehicle 196
High-beam Assistant 90
High beams 71
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 90
Higher speed range 151
Hills 150
Hill Start Assistant 115
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 113
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 142
Homepage 6
Hood 170
Horn 12
Hotel function, trunk lid 37
Hot exhaust system 149
HUD Head-Up Display 127
Hydroplaning 149
I Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 78
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 78
Identification marks, tires 163
Identification number, refer to Important features in the en‐
gine compartment 170
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