2014 BMW Z4 SDRIVE35IS Connecteddrive

ContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic‐
ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to
page 272.6Notes
At a glance
12Cockpit18iDrive25Voice activation system
Controls
30Opening and closing46Adjusting53Transporting children safely55Driving71Displays85Lamps90Safety99Driving stability control systems103Driving comfort107Climate114Interior equipment122Storage compartments
Driving tips
128Things to remember when driving
Navigation
138Navigation system140Destination entry149Destination guidance157What to do if...
Entertainment
160Tone162Radio170CD/multimediaCommunication192Telephone205Office214Contacts217ConnectedDrive
Mobility
224Refueling226Fuel227Wheels and tires235Engine compartment241Maintenance243Replacing components249Breakdown assistance255Care
Reference
262Technical data264Short commands of the voice activation
system272Everything from A to Z
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ConnectedDriveVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
TeleService
General information
TeleService supports communication with
your service center.▷Data on the vehicle's service requirements
can be sent directly to the service center.
In this way, the service center can plan its
work in advance. This shortens the dura‐
tion of the service appointment.▷In the event of a breakdown, data on the
vehicle's condition can be sent directly to
Roadside Assistance.▷The service varies by country.▷Connection costs may ensue.▷Services may be restricted abroad.
Requirements
Different variants of TeleService may be imple‐
mented in the vehicle. The following condi‐
tions must always be met:
▷Wireless reception is available.▷The ignition is switched on.▷A current ConnectedDrive subscription or
a vehicle equipped with intelligent Emer‐
gency Request.Concierge service
General information The Concierge service offers information on
events, gas stations, and hotels, and provides
phone numbers and addresses. Hotels can be
booked directly using the Concierge service.
The Concierge service is part of the optional
Convenience Plan.
Starting the Concierge service1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Concierge"3."Start service"
A voice connection is established with the
Concierge service. Phone numbers and ad‐
dresses can be transmitted to the vehicle.
Messages
Information on messages, refer to page 208.
Roadside Assistance At a glance
BMW Roadside Assistance can be contacted if
assistance is needed in the event of a break‐
down.
Roadside Assistance can also be contacted via
a Check Control message, refer to page 82.
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Starting Roadside Assistance without
TeleService1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Roadside Assistance"
The Roadside Assistance number is dis‐
played. If the mobile phone is paired, a
connection is established to Roadside As‐
sistance.
Starting Roadside Assistance with
TeleService
General information
In vehicles equipped with TeleService, support
is first offered by TeleService Diagnosis and
then, if necessary, by TeleService Help.
1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Roadside Assistance"3."Start service"
TeleService Diagnosis
TeleService Diagnosis enables the wireless
transmission of detailed vehicle data that are
important for vehicle diagnosis. These data are
transmitted automatically.
After the data are transmitted, the voice con‐
nection to Roadside Assistance is re-estab‐
lished.
BMW Online
At a glance
A business search can be opened via BMW
Online.
License conditions
This product contains NetFront Browser soft‐
ware of ACCESS Co., Ltd. Copyright © 2007
ACCESS Co., Ltd. All rights reserved.
NetFront is a trademark or registered trade‐
mark of ACCESS CO., LTD., in Japan and
other countries.
This software is based in part on the work of
the Independent JPEG Group.
Requirements▷Subscription to the optional Convenience
Plan.▷The date setting, refer to page 77, on the
Control Display is current.▷The vehicle is located within wireless net‐
work coverage.
Starting BMW Online
1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."BMW Online"3.If necessary, "OK".
The BMW Online home page is displayed.
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Operating BMW Online
To start a search:▷Turn the controller to highlight an element.▷Press the controller to display an element.
Opening the start page
1.Open "Options".2."Display start page"
Loading a new page
1.Open "Options".2."Reload"
Cancel
1.Open "Options".2."Cancel loading"
Customer Relations
At a glance Contact Customer Relations for information on
all aspects of your vehicle.
Calling Customer Relations
Vehicle not equipped with TeleService
1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Customer Relations"
The Customer Relations phone number is dis‐
played. If the mobile phone is paired, a connec‐
tion is established to Customer Relations.
Vehicle equipped with TeleService1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Customer Relations"3."Start service"
Service Request
At a glance
Sends information to your service partner to
request the arrangement of a service appoint‐
ment. The TeleService data is transmitted dur‐
ing a Service Request. If possible, your service
partner will establish contact with you.
Starting a Service Request
1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Service Request"3."Start service"
A Service Request can be started via a Check
Control message, refer to page 82.
Automatic Service Request
The TeleService data necessary for servicing
the vehicle are automatically sent to your serv‐
ice partner prior to the service deadline. If pos‐
sible, the service partner will contact you and a
service appointment can be arranged.
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To check when your service partner was noti‐
fied:1."Vehicle Info"2."Vehicle status"3.Open "Options".4."Last Service Request"
TeleService Report
Transmits technical data when needed from
your vehicle to BMW at regular intervals; these
are evaluated for the continued development
of BMW products.
TeleService Report is activated in vehicles that
meet certain technical conditions and that
have a current ConnectedDrive subscription; it
is free of charge.
Neither personal nor position data are trans‐
mitted.
To check when your service partner was noti‐
fied:
1."Vehicle Info"2."Vehicle status"3."Options"4."Last Teleservice Info"
Services status
Displaying available services Display of all services available in the vehicle.
1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Service Status"3."Available services"
Updating BMW Assist
Manual update of TeleService.
1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2."Service Status"3."Update BMW Assist"
Data transfer
During the updating of BMW services, display
the status of the data transfer.
1."BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive"2.Open "Options".3."Data transfer"
Apps
At a glance Certain software applications of a suitable mo‐
bile phone can be integrated in the vehicle.
These software applications are displayed on
the Control Display.
They are operated via iDrive.
Requirements
▷The mobile phone is suitable.▷The mobile phone operating system sup‐
ports the software applications of Apps.▷Software applications are installed on the
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▷Corresponding mobile wireless contract.
Any additionally incurred costs are not a
part of Apps.▷Use only BMW approved software applica‐
tions; otherwise, it may result in malfunc‐
tions.
Information about suitable mobile phones,
available software applications and their instal‐
lation can be found at www.bmw.com/connec‐
tivity or at the service center.
Create the entries.
Make entries only when traffic and road
conditions allow. Otherwise, the vehicle occu‐
pants and other road users may be put in dan‐
ger because of the distraction from driving.
For reasons of safety, some software applica‐
tions are usable only while the vehicle is sta‐
tionary.◀
Operating Apps
1.Connect the mobile phone via the snap-in
adapter or via the USB audio interface.2."ConnectedDrive"3.Select the desired software application.
Displaying status
Information about the currently available soft‐
ware applications can be displayed.
1."ConnectedDrive"2."BMW apps"
Notes
▷The ranges of Apps that can be displayed
on the Control Display depend on the
range of installed software applications on
the mobile phone.▷The data transmission of the software ap‐
plications from the mobile phone to the ve‐
hicle can last some time. Some software
applications depend on the speed of the
available Internet connection of the mobile
phone.▷Some mobile phones cannot simultane‐
ously use Apps and the Bluetooth hands-
free system.
If necessary, restart the software applica‐
tion on the mobile phone after a phone
conversation.
Remote Services
With Remote Services, a connection can be
established between a mobile phone and the
vehicle. This connection can be used, for ex‐
ample, to lock and unlock the vehicle.
Depending on the vehicle, additional functions
may be available.
To be able to use the functions, the My BMW
Remote app must be downloaded. Operation
takes place via the app.
Alternatively, the functions can also be used
via the ConnectedDrive Hotline.
The operating instructions for the My BMW
Remote app can be found on the Connected‐
Drive portal or at www.bmw.com.
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Breakdown assistanceVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
Hazard warning system
The button for the hazard warning system is
located on the center console.
Intelligent Emergency
Request
Requirements
▷Radio readiness is switched on.▷The Assist system is operable.▷The SIM card integrated in the vehicle is
activated.▷ConnectedDrive subscription is available.
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
Emergency Request not guaranteed
For technical reasons, the Emergency
Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavor‐
able conditions.◀
Initiating an Emergency Request1.Briefly press the cover flap to open.2.Press the SOS button until the LED in the
button lights up.▷The LED lights up: an Emergency Request
was initiated.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle
until the voice connection has been estab‐
lished.▷The LED flashes if the connection to the
BMW Response Center has been estab‐
lished.
Once the BMW Response Center has re‐
ceived your Emergency Request, the BMW
Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further
steps to help you under certain circum‐
stances.
For this purpose, data that are used to de‐
termine the necessary rescue measures,
such as the current position of the vehicle
if it can be established, are transmitted to
the BMW Response Center.Seite 249Breakdown assistanceMobility249
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Contacts
FunctionCommandSelect a name.›Choose name‹My contacts.›My contacts‹Open the contacts.›Contacts‹New contact.›New contact‹
ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist
FunctionCommandOpen BMW Assist.›B M W Assist‹Open ConnectedDrive.›Connected Drive‹Open BMW Online.›B M W Online‹Seite 271Short commands of the voice activation systemReference271
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