2016 BMW M3 interior lights

▷When using the turn signal.
System limits
The system may not be fully functional in the
following situations:
▷In heavy fog, rain or snowfall.▷In the event of missing, worn, poorly visi‐
ble, merging, diverging, or multiple lane
markings such as in construction areas.▷When lane markings are covered in snow,
ice, dirt or water.▷In tight curves or on narrow lanes.▷When the lane markings are covered by
objects.▷When driving very close to the vehicle in
front of you.▷When driving toward bright lights.▷When the windshield in front of the interior
rearview mirror is fogged over, dirty or cov‐
ered with stickers, etc.▷During calibration of the camera immedi‐
ately after vehicle shipment.
Active Blind Spot Detection
The concept
Two radar sensors below the rear bumper
monitor the area behind and next to the vehicle
at speeds above approx. 30 mph/50 km/h.
The system indicates whether there are vehi‐
cles in the blind spot, arrow 1, or approaching
from behind on the adjacent lane, arrow 2.
The lamp in the exterior mirror housing is dim‐
med.
Before you change lanes after setting the turn
signal, the system issues a warning in the sit‐
uations described above.
The lamp in the exterior mirror housing flashes
and the steering wheel vibrates.
Hints Personal responsibility
The system does not serve as a substi‐
tute for the driver's personal judgment of the
traffic situation.
Be aware of the traffic situation and the vehi‐
cle's surroundings at all times, otherwise acci‐
dents are still possible despite all warnings.◀
At a glance
Button in the vehicle
Active Blind Spot Detection
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NoteThe total load of all sockets must not exceed
140 watts at 12 volts.
Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable
connectors.
Front center console
Raise the lid and remove the cover or cigarette
lighter.
Rear center console
Remove the cover.
In the trunk
The socket is located on the left side in the
trunk.
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.▷Importing Trips.
Hints
Observe the following when connecting:
▷Do not use force when plugging the con‐
nector into the USB interface.▷Do not connect devices such as fans or
lights to the USB interface.▷Do not connect USB hard drives.▷Do not use the USB interface for recharg‐
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3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
M double-clutch transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage selector lever position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in selector lever position N. A signal
sounds when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
To start the engine with manual transmission:
1.Press on the clutch pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
To start the engine with a M double clutch
transmission:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
Transmission position
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlights
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
acidic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been dirtied e. g.,
from insects, with shampoo and wash off
with water.▷Thaw ice with de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products BMW recommends using care and cleaning
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances such as spilled fuel, oil,
grease or bird droppings, must be removed im‐
mediately to prevent the finish from being al‐
tered or discolored.
Only use respectively approved cleaning and
care products for vehicles with matte finish.
Suitable care products for matte finishes are
available from the service center.Seite 205CareMobility205
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Cruising range 82
Cupholders 149
Current fuel consumption 82
D
Damage, tires 175
Damping control 117
Data, technical 210
Date 81
Daytime running lights 94
Defrosting, refer to Windows, defrosting 136
Dehumidifying, air 135
Deleting personal data 25
Deletion of personal data 25
Destination distance 87
Differential lock 117
Digital clock 81
Digital compass 141
Digital speed 81
Digital tachometer 81
Dimensions 210
Dimmable exterior mirrors 56
Dimmable interior rearview mirror 56
Direction indicator, refer to Turn signals 67
Display EfficientDynamics 83
Display, electronic, instru‐ ment cluster 76
Display in windshield 90
Display lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 96
Displays, cleaning 207
Disposal, coolant 187
Disposal, vehicle battery 196
Distance control, refer to PDC 122
Distance to destination 87
Divided screen view, split screen 23
Door lock 39
Door lock, refer to Remote control 34 Double-clutch transmis‐
sion 70
Drivelogic 72
Drive mode 71
Drive-off assistant 118
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 115
Driver assistance, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 104
Driving Assistant, refer to In‐ telligent Safety 104
Driving Dynamics Control 74
Driving instructions, break- in 156
Driving notes, general 157
Driving on racetracks 155
Driving program, refer to Drivelogic 72
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 114
Driving tips 157
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 115
Dynamic driving systems 83
Dynamic driving, system states 83
Dynamic Stability Control DSC 115
E EfficientDynamics 83
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 76
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 183
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 115
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 168
Emergency Request 198
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35 Emergency unlocking, trunk
lid 41
Energy Control 82
Energy recovery 82
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 64
Engine, automatic switch- off 64
Engine compartment 181
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 181
Engine coolant 186
Engine oil 183
Engine oil, adding 184
Engine oil additives 185
Engine oil change 185
Engine oil filler neck 184
Engine oil temperature 80
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 185
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 185
Engine start during malfunc‐ tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 199
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 63
Engine stop 63
Engine temperature 80
Entering a car wash 204
Equipment, interior 139
Error displays, see Check Control 77
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 115
Exchanging wheels/tires 176
Exhaust system 157
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 56
Exterior mirrors 55
External start 199
External temperature dis‐ play 81
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Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐tor TPM 102
Instrument cluster 76
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 76
Instrument lighting 96
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 30
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 198
Intelligent Safety 104
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram 135
Interior equipment 139
Interior lights 96
Interior lights during unlock‐ ing 37
Interior lights with the vehicle locked 38
Interior motion sensor 45
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 56
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 141
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 83
Interval mode 68
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 195
Jump-starting 199
K
Key/remote control 34
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 41
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile 35
Knee airbag 99 L
Lamp replacement 190
Lamp replacement, front 191
Lamp replacement, rear 193
Lane departure warning 110
Lane margin, warning 110
Language on Control Dis‐ play 89
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 161
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 60
Launch Control 73
Leather, care 206
LED light, bulb replace‐ ment 192
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 191
Length, vehicle 210
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 25
Light alloy wheels, care 206
Light control 94
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 191
Lighter 143
Lighting 93
Lights 93
Lights and bulbs 190
Light switch 93
Load 161
Loading 160
Lock, door 39
Locking/unlocking via door lock 39
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 44
Locking, settings 43
Locking via trunk lid 40
Lock, power window 47
Locks, doors, and win‐ dows 61
Low beams 93 Low beams, automatic, refer
to High-beam Assistant 95
Lower back support 52
Low Speed Assistant 71
Luggage rack, see Roof- mounted luggage rack 162
Lumbar support 52
M
Maintenance 188
Maintenance require‐ ments 188
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 83
Maintenance system, BMW 188
Make-up mirror 143
Malfunction displays, see Check Control 77
Manual air distribution 136
Manual air flow 136
Manual operation, door lock 39
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 56
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 168
Manual operation, Park Dis‐ tance Control PDC 123
Manual operation, rearview camera 125
Manual operation, Side View 128
Manual operation, Top View 129
Manual transmission 70
Marking on approved tires 176
Master key, refer to Remote control 34
Maximum cooling 135
Maximum speed, display 85
Maximum speed, winter tires 177
M carbon ceramic brake 154 Seite 216ReferenceEverything from A to Z216
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