2015 BMW I8 brake pads

Things to remember when drivingVehicle features and options
This 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. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Breaking-in period General information
Moving parts need time to adjust to one an‐
other (break-in time).
The following instructions will help accomplish
a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Con‐
trol, refer to page 73.
Engine, transmission, and axle drive
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:▷For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum‐
stances.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐
ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;
they achieve their full traction potential after a
break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐
prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimal per‐
formance between brake discs and brake
pads. Drive moderately during this break-in pe‐
riod.
Following part replacement
The same break-in procedures should be ob‐
served if any of the components above-men‐
tioned have to be renewed in the course of the
vehicle's operating life.
Using eDRIVE efficiently The concept
eDRIVE operates automatically. Proactive driv‐
ing utilizes energy consumption and energy re‐
covery optimally. Energy recovery is used to
charge the high-voltage battery. It is important
for the supply of electrical components and
thus a prerequisite for an extensive range. En‐
ergy consumption and recovery depend very
much, among other things, on your driving
style.
Optimizing driving style
Performance display The driving style can be optimized using the
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Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly attached to
floor.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐
tened again after they were removed for clean‐
ing, e.g.◀
Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,
press brake pedal ever so gently every few
miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic.
The heat generated in this process helps dry
the brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills Avoid stressing the brakes
Avoid placing excessive stress on the
brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐
sure can lead to high temperatures, brakes
wearing out and possibly even brake failure.◀
Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral, in the ECO PRO
driving program, or with drive readiness
switched off, as doing so disables engine brak‐
ing. In addition, steering and brake assist are
unavailable with the engine stopped.◀
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐
wise the brakes may overheat and reduce
brake efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect
by shifting down, going all the way to first gear,
if needed.
On downhill sections, use energy recovery if
possible to decelerate the vehicle.Brake disc corrosion
Brake disc corrosion and contamination of the
brake pads are favored by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion will built up when the maximum
pressure applied to the brake pads during
braking is not reached - thus discs don't get
cleaned.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐
sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked
vehicle
When using the automatic climate control,
condensation water develops collecting under‐
neath the vehicle.
These traces of water under the vehicle are
normal.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 109
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 73
Accessories and parts 7
Acoustic pedestrian protec‐ tion 65
AC quick charging cable, see Level 2 charging cable 152
Activated-charcoal filter 127
Activate drive readiness 63
Adapting to the course of the road, hybrid system 79
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 108
Additives, oil 175
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 51
Adjustments, steering wheel 56
Advance climate control, refer to Stationary climate con‐
trol 127
After washing vehicle 188
Airbags 96
Airbags, indicator/warning light 97
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 125
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 125
Air distribution, manual 126
Air flow, automatic climate control 126
Air pressure, tires 163
Air vents, refer to Ventila‐ tion 127
Alarm system 47
Alarm, unintentional 48 All around the center con‐
sole 16
All around the roofliner 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 168
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 130
Alternative oil types 176
Ambient light 95
Antifreeze, washer fluid 70
Antilock Brake System, ABS 109
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 109
Approved axle load 195
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 175
Arrival time 88
Artificial engine noise 65
Assistance for the combus‐ tion engine 65
Assistance when driving off 112
ASSIST, Hybrid system 65
Assist system, refer to Intelli‐ gent Safety 102
AUTO intensity 126
Automatic car wash 187
Automatic climate con‐ trol 124
Automatic Curb Monitor 54
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 98
Automatic deactivation of the high-voltage system 34
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 93
Automatic locking 47 Automatic recirculated-air
control 125
Automatic transmission, see Steptronic Sport transmis‐
sion 70
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 126
AUTO program, intensity 126
Average fuel consumption 87
Average speed 88
Axle loads, weights 195
B Backup charging 156
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 184
Battery, 12 volt 181
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 181
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 39
Battery state indicator 77
Battery, vehicle 181
Belts, safety belts 53
BMW Assist 6
BMW eDRIVE 31
BMW Homepage 6
BMW i Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 178
Body work, see Working on the vehicle 34
Brake assistant 109
Brake discs, break-in 138
Brake force display 108
Brake lights, adaptive 108
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 108
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