2014 BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE trunk

Pinch hazard when moving back the seat
If this function is used, first make sure
that the footwell behind the driver's seat is
empty. Otherwise, people might get injured or
objects damaged when the seat is moved
back.◀
The adjustment procedure is interrupted:▷When a seat position reel is pressed.▷When a button of the seat, mirror, and
steering wheel memory is pressed briefly.
Activating the setting
1."Settings"2."Doors/key"3."Last seat position autom."
Alarm system
The conceptWhen the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm
system responds to:
▷Opening a door, the hood or the trunk lid.▷Movements in the interior.▷Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. g., during at‐
tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing
the car.▷Disconnected battery voltage.
The alarm system briefly signals tampering:
▷By sounding an acoustic alarm.▷By switching on the hazard warning sys‐
tem.▷By flashing the daytime running lights.
Arming and disarming the alarm
system
When you unlock or lock the vehicle, either
with the remote control, Comfort Access or at
the door lock the alarm system is disarmed or
armed at the same time.
Door lock and armed alarm system
Unlocking via the door lock will trigger the
alarm on some country-specific versions.
Trunk lid and armed alarm system The trunk lid can be opened even when the
alarm system is armed.
After the trunk lid is closed, it is locked and
monitored again when the doors are locked.
The hazard warning system flashes once.
Panic mode
You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
Press button on the remote control for
at least 3 seconds.
To reel off the alarm: press any button.
Indicator lamp on the interior rearview
mirror▷The indicator lamp flashes briefly every
2 seconds:
The system is armed.▷The indicator lamp flashes after locking:
The doors, hood or trunk lid is not closed
properly, but the rest of the vehicle is se‐
cured.
After 10 seconds, the indicator lamp
flashes continuously. Interior motion sen‐
sor and tilt alarm sensor are not active.
When the still open access is closed, inte‐
rior motion sensor and tilt alarm sensor will
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No window accessories
Do not install any accessories in the win‐
dow's range of movement; otherwise, the
pinch protection system will be impaired.◀
If closing force exceeds a specific margin as a
window closes, closing is interrupted.
The window reopens slightly.
The rear window is not equipped with pinch
protection.
Closing without the pinch protection
system
Keep the closing path clear
Monitor closing and make sure that the
closing path of the window is clear; otherwise,
injuries may result.◀
E.g. danger from the outside or ice might pre‐
vent window from closing properly - proceed
as follows:1.Pull the reel past the resistance point and
hold it there.
The pinch protection is limited and the
window reopens slightly if the closing force
exceeds a certain margin.2.Pull the reel past the resistance point again
within approx. 4 seconds and hold it there.
The window closes without jam protection.
Convertible top
General information The convertible top can be opened or closed
at speeds up to approx. 25 mph/40 km/h.
If the vehicle is accelerated above a speed of
approx. 30 mph/50 km/h while the convertible
top is being moved, the convertible top move‐
ment stops.
Hints▷The trunk lid cannot be opened if the
convertible top is not fully opened or
closed.▷If possible, close the convertible top when
the vehicle is parked. A closed convertible
top protects it from weather-related dam‐
age and to some extent from theft.▷Event when the convertible top is closed,
only store valuables in the locked cargo
area.▷At higher speeds, vacuum produced in the
vehicle interior causes the convertible top
to begin to flutter. Increase the amount of
air via the automatic climate control so that
no vacuum is produced in the vehicle.▷It is not possible to start the engine and
operate the convertible top simultane‐
ously. When the engine is started using the
Start/Stop button or using the Auto Start/
Stop function, the convertible top move‐
ment is briefly interrupted.
At a glance
1Switch2LEDs
Functional requirements
The ignition or radio-ready state must be
switched on.
The following requirements must be fulfilled in
order to be able to move the convertible top.
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▷The trunk lid is closed.▷The external temperature is above
14 ℉/-10 ℃.▷The voltage of the vehicle electrical system
is sufficient.▷The convertible top drive is not overheat‐
ing.▷The vehicle speed is not too high.▷The windows can be lowered.
If this requirement is not met, a check control
message is displayed.
Safety information Do not open convertible top at low tem‐
peratures
With temperatures below +14 ℉/-10 ℃ do not
open the convertible top; otherwise damages
could result.◀
Allow wet convertible top to dry
Do not leave the open convertible top in
the convertible top well longer than one day
while the top is still wet; otherwise, damage
could result due to moisture.◀
Note the swivel range of the convertible
top
The convertible top pivots up during opening
and closing. When the top is moved, e.g., in
garages, make sure that there is a minimum
height of 79 inches/2 meters; otherwise, it
damages may result.◀
Do not place objects on the convertible
top
Do not place any objects on the convertible
top, otherwise, they could fall and cause dam‐
age or injuries.◀
No convertible top movement when roll‐
over protection is activated
Do not move the convertible top when rollover
protection is activated; otherwise, it may result
in damage to the convertible top.◀
Open and close convertible top com‐
pletely
Always open or close the convertible top com‐
pletely. Convertible top and convertible top
well storage cover are locked in the final posi‐
tions. Driving with the convertible top or
convertible top well storage cover unlocked
can result in damage.◀
Do not reach into the convertible top
mechanism
Do not reach into the convertible top mecha‐
nism during the opening and closing operation.
Keep children away from the opening path of
the convertible top, otherwise, there is a risk of
injury.◀
Observe traffic during operation
When the convertible top is opened while
driving, be alert to traffic; otherwise, it may re‐
sult in an accident. If possible, do not move the
convertible top while driving in reverse be‐
cause rearward vision is severely impaired
while the convertible top is in motion. During
windy conditions, do not operate the
convertible top while driving.
Do not drive faster than 30 mph/50 km/h; oth‐
erwise, vehicle damage may occur.◀
Do not attach any roof carrier systems to
the convertible top
Do not attach any roof carrier systems; other‐
wise, an accident may occur.◀
Do not operate convertible top on un‐
even sections or road
Do not open or close convertible top on un‐
even sections of road. Otherwise, the vibra‐
tions can result in damage to the convertible
top.◀
Before opening and closing▷Follow the safety instructions for the
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▷Make sure that the cargo area partition in
the cargo area is folded down.▷Make sure that the cargo does not push
against the cargo area partition from be‐
low.▷Make sure that the trunk lid is closed.
Opening and closing from the inside
In order to protect the battery, move the
convertible top only when the engine is run‐
ning if possible.
Before closing the convertible top, remove any
foreign objects from the windshield frame; oth‐
erwise, closing may be prevented.
▷Press and hold the reel. The win‐
dows are rolled down, and the
convertible top opens as longs as the reel
is pressed.▷Pull the reel and hold it. The win‐
dows are lowered, the convertible
top closes and the windows are raised
again as long as the reel is pulled.
Push or pull reel until the convertible top is
completely open or closed and the end of the
procedure is indicated by a corresponding
Check Control message. Always make sure
that the convertible top well storage cover is
completely closed. If the convertible top is
completely open or closed, convertible top and
convertible top well storage cover are latched.
LEDs
▷Left LED lights up green: convertible top is
opened or closed. If the operation is com‐
pleted, the LED goes out and a corre‐
sponding Check Control message is dis‐
played.▷Right LED flashes red after the reel is re‐
leased: operating sequence has not yet
concluded.▷Right LED comes on red when the reel is
pressed: cargo area partition is flipped up,
trunk lid is not closed or there is a malfunc‐
tion. Convertible top cannot be moved.In addition to the red LED, a check control
message is displayed.
Interruption Always open/close the convertible top
completely
A convertible top that is not opened or closed
completely is not locked and represents a haz‐
ard.◀
The convertible top movement is interrupted if
the reel is released. The sequence can be con‐
tinued in the desired direction using the reel.
If there is a longer interruption with the ignition
switched on, convertible top and convertible
top well storage cover remain approx. 10 mi‐
nutes in the current position before they slowly
go down. If the ignition is switched off,
convertible top and convertible top well stor‐
age cover lower already after a short waiting
period.
The convertible top and the convertible top
well storage cover are not locked. Operate reel
again until the convertible operation is termi‐
nated.
Convenient operation from outside
When equipped with Comfort Access the
convertible top can also be operated from out‐
side.▷Convenient opening, refer to page 37, via
the remote control.▷Convenient closing, refer to page 38, via
the remote control.▷Closing by means of Comfort Access, refer
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Cargo area partition
Fold down cargo area partition in the back so
that the convertible top can be opened.
Fold down cargo area partition in the front in
order to enlarge the cargo area capacity when
the convertible top is closed.
Manually close convertible top
Hints
If there is a defect, the convertible top can be
manually closed. Two persons are necessary
to do this.
Do not manually open convertible top
and close it manually only in emergency
situations.
Do not manually open the convertible top. The
convertible top well storage cover cannot latch
if there is an electrical malfunction and would
open while driving.
Manually close the convertible top only in
emergency situations.
Damage can result from improper handling.◀
ToolsTools for manually closing the convertible top
are located in the insert of the rear seat back‐
rest under the first aid kit.
1.Remove insert, refer to page 200.2.Remove the first aid kit.3.Remove tools.1Convertible top tool2Adapter3Rear window tool
Before closing
1.Switch off the ignition.2.Lower the side window and the rear win‐
dow completely.
If the rear window cannot be lowered elec‐
trically, it must be lowered manually.3.Carefully open the trunk lid, refer to
page 40, taking care not to damage the
convertible top well storage cover.4.Remove the two large lids from the trim. If
necessary, use a screwdriver to help with
this.5.Unlock convertible top well storage cover.
To do this, pull on the right lid and simulta‐
neously slightly raise the front right
convertible top well storage cover in front
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Proceed accordingly on the left side.6.When the convertible top is closed man‐
ually, the trunk lid can no longer be
opened.
Remove urgently needed items from the
cargo area and close the trunk lid.
Manually lowering rear window
The spindle for lowering the rear window is lo‐
cated in front of the rear window in the center
beneath the convertible top well storage cover.
1.Have a second person slightly raise the
convertible top well storage cover, arrow 1,
and hold it.2.Insert the rear window tool through the
funnel-shaped opening into the spindle, ar‐
row 2. Turn the spindle clockwise, arrow 3,
until the rear window is all the way down.
Lifting out convertible top
Only close the convertible top with two
people
Carry out the following steps with the aid of a second person and with the doors open; other‐
wise, it may result in damage to the convertible
top.◀
1.Switch off the ignition.2.Grasp the convertible top well storage
cover on both sides, swing it up until itreaches its limit position and hold it in
place.3.Remove the cover in the center of the front
convertible top frame. If necessary, use a
screwdriver to help with this.4.Insert the convertible top tool into the
convertible top lock. Turn the convertible
top tool approx. one half turn clockwise to
open the convertible top lock. Be careful
not to damage the convertible top fabric.
Remove the convertible top tool.5.On both sides of the vehicle, grasp the
front edge of the convertible top frame with
one hand. With the other hand, grasp the
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Safety mode1.Close the driver's door or reel on the igni‐
tion.2.Press and hold the desired button 1 or 2
until the adjustment procedure is com‐
pleted.
Calling up of a seat position
deactivated
After a brief period, calling up stored seat posi‐
tions is deactivated to save battery power.
To reactivate calling up of a seat position:
▷Open or close the door or trunk lid.▷Press a button on the remote control.▷Press the Start/Stop button.
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
General information The mirror on the passenger side is more
curved than the driver's side mirror.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the mir‐
ror setting is stored for the profile currently in
use. When the vehicle is unlocked via the re‐
mote control, the position is automatically re‐
trieved if this function is active.
Note Estimating distances correctly
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer
than they appear. Do not estimate the distance
to the traffic behind you based on what you
see in the mirror, as this will increase your risk
of an accident.◀
At a glance1Adjusting   622Left/right, Automatic Curb Monitor3Fold in and out   63
Selecting a mirror
To change over to the other mirror:
Slide the switch.
Adjusting electrically The setting corresponds to the direc‐
tion in which the button is pressed.
Saving positions
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer
to page 61.
Adjusting manually In case of electrical malfunction press edges of
mirror.
Automatic Curb Monitor The concept
If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on
the front passenger side is tilted downward.
This improves your view of the curb and other
low-lying obstacles when parking, e.g.
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HintsCheck 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
that are not lidtured by the camera.◀
At a glance
Button in the vehicle
Rearview camera
Camera
The camera lens is located under the BMW
emblem of the trunk lid. The image quality may
be impaired by dirt. The camera calibrates it‐
self regularly after the system has been
switched off. This is why the emblem on the
tailgate remains open after the system has
been deactivated and while driving. The em‐
blem closes automatically as soon as calibra‐
tion is complete.
Clean the lens, refer to page 209.
Switching on/off
Switching on automatically With the engine running, engage lever in posi‐
tion P R.
The rearview camera image is displayed if the
system was switched on via the iDrive.
Automatic deactivation during forward
travel
The system switches off when a certain driving
distance or speed is exceeded.
Switch the system back on if needed.
Switching on/off manually Press button.▷On: the LED lights up.▷Off: the LED goes out.
The PDC is shown on the Control Display.
Switching the view via iDrive With PDC activated or Top View switched on:
"Rear view camera"
The rearview camera image is displayed.
Display on the Control Display
Functional requirement
▷The rearview camera is switched on.▷The trunk lid is fully closed.
Activating assistance functions
More than one assistance function can be ac‐
tive at the same time.
▷Parking aid lines
"Parking aid lines"
Lanes and turning radius are indicated.
▷Obstacle marking
"Obstacle marking"
Spatially-shaped markings are displayed.
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