2014 BMW 6 SERIES COUPE glove

18Open trunk lid  39
All around the center console
1Control Display   182Glove compartment   1673Ventilation  1594Hazard warning system   217Central locking system  395Radio/CD/Multimedia, see user's manual
for Navigation, Entertainment and Commu‐
nication6Automatic climate control   1567Controller with buttons  188Parking brake  65Automatic Hold   669PDC Park Distance Control   144
Top View   150
Rearview camera   146
Parking assistant   152Side View  149HDC Hill Descent Control   129Seite 16At a glanceCockpit16
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Additional symbolsSymbolMeaning Spoken instructions are turned off.
Split screen
General information Additional information can be displayed on the
right side of the split screen, e.g., information
from the computer.
In the divided screen view, the so-called split
screen, this information remains visible even when you change to another menu.
Switching the split screen on and off
1. Press button.2."Split screen"
Selecting the display
1. Press button.2."Split screen"3.Move the controller until the split screen is
selected.4.Press the controller or select "Split screen
content".5.Select the desired menu item.Programmable memory
buttons
General information
The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro‐
grammable memory buttons and called up di‐
rectly, e.g., radio stations, navigation destina‐
tions, phone numbers and menu entries.
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Saving a function1.Highlight the function via the iDrive.2. Press and hold the desired button,
until a signal sounds.
Running a function
Press button.
The function will work immediately.
This means, e.g., that the number is dialed
when a phone number is selected.
Displaying the button assignment Touch buttons with bare fingers. Do not wear
gloves or use objects.
The key assignment is displayed at top edge of
screen.
Deleting the button assignments
1.Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for
approx. five seconds.2."OK"Seite 23iDriveAt a glance23
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Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after
use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter
socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀
Connecting electrical
devices
Hints Do not connect charging devices to the12 volt socket in the vehicle
Do not connect battery chargers to the fac‐
tory-installed 12 volt sockets in the vehicle as
this may damage the vehicle battery due to an
increased power consumption.◀
Replace the cover after use
Reinsert the lighter or socket cover after
use, otherwise objects may get into the lighter
socket or fixture and cause a short circuit.◀
Sockets
General information
The lighter socket can be used as a socket for
electrical equipment while the engine is run‐
ning or when the ignition is switched on.
Note The total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.Steptronic transmission: center
console
Press button.
Remove the cover or cigarette lighter.
In the front passenger footwell
Socket is located below the glove compart‐
ment.
To access the socket: fold open the cover.
Center armrest
Remove the cover.
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Storage compartmentsVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
Hints No loose objects in the car's interior
Do not stow any objects in the car's inte‐
rior without securing them; otherwise, they
may present a danger to occupants e.g., during
braking and evasive maneuvers.◀
Do not place anti-slip mats on the dash‐
board
Do not place anti-slip mats on the dashboard.
The mat materials could damage the dash‐
board.◀
Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:▷Glove compartment on the front passenger
side, refer to page 167.▷Storage compartment in the center arm‐
rest, refer to page 168.▷Compartments in the doors.▷Pockets on the backrests of the front
seats.▷Net in the front passenger footwell.Glove compartment
Note Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches
on.
ClosingFold cover closed.
USB interface for data transfer
The concept Connection for importing and exporting data
on USB devices, e.g.:
▷Personal Profile settings, refer to page 35.▷Music collection, see user's manual for
Navigation, Entertainment and Communi‐
cation.
Hints
Observe the following when connecting:
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In the glove compartment
Push the handle up, arrow 1, and open the lid,
arrow 2.
In the cargo area
Open the cover on the right side trim, arrow.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet.
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Engine coolant 207
Engine idling when driving, coasting 181
Engine oil 204
Engine oil, adding 205
Engine oil additives 205
Engine oil change 206
Engine oil filler neck 205
Engine oil temperature 84
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 206
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 206
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 219
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 63
Engine stop 63
Engine temperature 84
Entering/exiting vehicle, as‐ sistance, steering wheel 57
Entering a car wash 222
Equipment, interior 162
Error displays, see Check Control 80
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 127
Exchanging wheels/tires 198
Exhaust system 172
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 56
Exterior mirrors 55
External start 219
External temperature dis‐ play 84
External temperature warn‐ ing 84
Eyes for securing cargo 176
F
Failure message, see Check Control 80 False alarm, refer to Uninten‐
tional alarm 44
Fan, refer to Air flow 157
Filler neck for engine oil 205
Fine wood, care 224
First aid kit 218
Fitting for towing, see tow fit‐ ting 221
Flat tire, changing wheels 214
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 107
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 103
Flat tire, warning lamp 104, 107
Flooding 173
Floor carpet, care 225
Floor mats, care 225
Fold-out position, wiper 70
Foot brake 173
For the roofliner, refer to All around the interior rearview
mirror 17
Front airbags 100
Front center armrest 168
Front-end collision warning with braking function 109
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 112
Front fog lights 98
Front lights 211
front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 102
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 102
Front seats 48
Front turn signals, refer to Light-emitting diodes,
LEDs 213
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 107
Fuel 188
Fuel consumption, current 85
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 89 Fuel filler flap 186
Fuel gauge 84
Fuel lid 186
Fuel quality 188
Fuel recommendation 188
Fuel, tank capacity 230
Fuse 215
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 162
Gasoline 188
Gear change, Steptronic transmission 72
Gear shift indicator 87
General driving notes 172
Glare shield 164
Glass sunroof, powered with tilt function 46
Glove compartment 167
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 229
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 65
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 163
Hazard warning flashers 217
HDC Hill Descent Con‐ trol 129
Head airbags 100
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 96
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 95
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture via remote control 38
Headlight flasher 68
Headlight glass 212
Headlights 211
Headlights, care 223
Headlight washer system 69 Seite 235Everything from A to ZReference235
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