2016 BMW M4 CONVERTIBLE sport mode

After each switch between Sequential mode
and Drive mode, the last program selected is
an active.
Exception: after each engine start, driving pro‐
gram 1 is active in Drive mode.
In Drive mode
Choice of three driving programs:▷1: efficient driving.▷2: relaxed driving.▷3: sporty driving.
In Sequential mode Choice of three driving programs:
▷1: comfortable shifting operations.▷2: sporty, fast shifting operations.▷3: maximum shifting speed, Launch Con‐
trol, refer to page 74.
Selecting driving program using
button in center console
Press button repeatedly until the de‐
sired driving program is displayed in
the instrument cluster.
Selecting driving program using
M Drive
On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"3. Select the symbol.4."Mode"5.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.▷"D": drive mode▷"S": sequential mode.6."Shift position"7.Turn the controller until the desired setting
is reached and press the controller.8.Selecting another driving program.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
▷▷
Risk of an accident
Use the settings for DSC in M Drive; oth‐
erwise, driving stability may be impaired, and
there is risk of an accident.◀
Display in the instrument cluster Selected driving program corre‐
sponds to the number of illumi‐
nated fields.
Launch Control
The concept Launch Control enables optimum accelerationon surfaces with good traction.
Hints Component wear
Do not use Launch Control too often;
otherwise, this may result in premature wear of
components due to the high stress placed on
the vehicle.◀
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Do not use Launch Control during the break-in,
refer to page 158, period.
Requirements Launch Control is available when the engine is
warmed up, that is, after uninterrupted driving
of at least 6 miles/10 km.
To start with Launch Control do not steer the
steering wheel.
Activate Launch Control1.Deactivate Dynamic Stability Control, refer
to page 117.2.Select Sequential mode with gear 1 and
driving program 3.3.With the engine running, apply the brake
with the left foot.4.Fully depress the accelerator pedal.
The starting engine speed adjusts.
A flag symbol appears in the instrument
cluster.5.If necessary, change the starting engine
speed by 500 rpm via cruise control.6.Release the brake, the vehicle accelerates.
Continue to depress the accelerator pedal.
Upshifting occurs automatically as long as
the accelerator pedal is fully depressed.
Launch Control is available again only after a
certain distance has been driven.
System limits
This transmission has an overheating protec‐
tion mechanism, which protects the clutch
from extreme stress.
▷Indicator lamp lights up yellow:
transmission too hot.
Avoid high engine stress and fre‐
quent starts.▷Indicator lamp lights up red: transmission
is overheating.
Further driving at a moderate pace is pos‐
sible. At the next opportunity, stop the car,shut off the engine and allow the transmis‐
sion to cool down.
Avoid fast starts, and on inclines did not accel‐
erate lightly while letting the clutch slip; other‐
wise, the transmission may overheat.
During traffic jams or at very low speeds, use
the Low Speed Assistant, refer to page 72.
M Driving Dynamics Control
The concept The M Driving Dynamics Control affects the
response of the vehicle to accelerator pedal
movements.
ProgramsResponse behavior options:
▷"Efficient": efficient, comfortable. Minimal
fuel consumption.
Ideal e. g. in city traffic or on snow.▷"Sport": sporty, dynamic.▷"Sport Plus": spontaneous, direct. Maxi‐
mum dynamics.
Selecting a channel
Via M Drive On the Control Display:
1."Settings"2."M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired channel.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
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Driving stability control systemsVehicle 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. The respectively applicable country
provisions must be observed when using the
respective features and systems.
Antilock Brake System ABS ABS prevents locking of the wheels during
braking.
The vehicle contains its steering power even
during full brake applications, thus increasing
active safety.
ABS is operational every time you start the en‐
gine.
Brake assistant When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system
automatically produces the greatest possible
braking force boost. It reduces the braking dis‐
tance to a minimum during emergency stop.
This system utilizes all of the benefits provided
by ABS.
Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal
for the duration of the emergency stop.
M Drive The conceptIndividual settings can be carried out in two
preassigned configurations for the vehicle.When the engine is started, an efficient driving
state is active by default. M Drive is deacti‐
vated.
At a glance
Configurations
The configurations are preassigned as follows:▷"M Drive 1": relaxed, comfortable driving.▷"M Drive 2": sporty, dynamic driving.
Setting options
SymbolMeaning Dynamic Stability Control DSC, re‐
fer to page 117, and M Dynamic
Mode MDM. Programs of M Engine Dynamics
Control, refer to page 75. Programs of the Adaptive M chas‐
sis, refer to page 119. Programs of Servotronic, refer to
page 120. Drivelogic, refer to page 73: shift
modes and Drivelogic driving pro‐
grams. Views of the Head-up Display, refer
to page 91.
Configuring M Drive
The preassigned configurations can be individ‐
ually adjusted.
On the Control Display:
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The MDM and DSC OFF indicator lights go
out.
Via M Drive On the Control Display:1."Settings"2."M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"3. Select the symbol.4."MDM"
To open M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
▷▷
A message appears in the instrument cluster.
This message is confirmed by pressing the
button again.
Deactivating MDM
Press the appropriate button 1 or button 2 on
the steering wheel again.
M Dynamic Mode and the settings selected
under M Drive are deactivated.
Indicator/warning lights Indicator lights light up:
M Dynamic Mode is activated.
DSC indicator lamp also flashes:
M Dynamic Mode controls the drive
forces and brake forces.
Indicator lights light up:
M Dynamic Mode or DSC has failed.
Active M differential
The concept The active M differential assures continuously
variable locking of the rear axle differential de‐
pending on the driving situation. This prevents
individual rear wheels from spinning even
when DSC is switched off and in M Dynamic
Mode, so that optimum traction is always as‐
sured in all driving situations.
The driver is responsible adapting his or her
driving behavior to the situation.
Adaptive M chassis The conceptThis system reduces undesirable vehicle mo‐
tion when using a dynamic driving style or trav‐
eling on uneven road surfaces.
The system enhances driving dynamics and
comfort fitting road surface and driving style.
Programs Setting options for calibrating the shock ab‐
sorbers:▷"Comfort": comfort-oriented.▷"Sport": balanced out.▷"Sport Plus": consistently sporty.
Selecting a channel
Via M Drive
1."Settings"2."M Drive 1" or "M Drive 2"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired channel.
When M Drive is active, setting is immedi‐
ately applied.
To activate M Drive with the selected settings,
press the corresponding button on the steer‐
ing wheel:
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Bulb replacement 190
Bulb replacement, front 191
Bulb replacement, LED head‐ lights 192
Bulb replacement, rear 193
Bulb replacement, xenon headlights 191
Bulbs and lights 190
Button, Start/Stop 63
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 199
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera lenses, care 207
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 127
Camera, Side View 129
Camera, Top View 131
Can holder, refer to Cuphold‐ ers 153
Car battery 195
Carbon ceramic brake M 156
Car care products 205
Care, displays 207
Care, vehicle 205
Cargo 162
Cargo area, enlarging 149
Cargo area partition 49
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 153
Cargo, securing 163
Cargo straps, securing cargo 163
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 207
Car wash 204
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 159
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 188
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 152
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Ceramic brake 156
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 190
Changing wheels 195
Changing wheels/tires 176
Chassis, electronic 119
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 78
Checking the engine oil level electronically 183
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 183
Children, seating position 60
Children, transporting safely 60
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 60
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 62
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 60
Child seat, mounting 60
Child seats 60
Chrome parts, care 206
Cigarette lighter 145
Cleaning displays 207
Climate control 136
Clock 82
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Cockpit 14
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 68
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 68 Comfort Access 41
Compartments in the doors 152
Compass 143
Compound brake 156
Compressor 177
Computer, refer to On-board computer 87
Condensation on win‐ dows 138
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 160
Condition Based Service CBS 188
Confirmation signal 43
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Connecting electrical devi‐ ces 145
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 90
Controller 18, 19
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 116
Convenient closing with the remote control 38
Convenient opening with the remote control 37
Convertible, hardtop 46
Convertible mode, automatic climate control 137
Convertible program, auto‐ matic climate control 137
Coolant 186
Coolant temperature 82
Cooling function 137
Cooling, maximum 137
Cooling system 186
Cornering light 95
Corrosion on brake discs 160
Cosmetic mirror 145
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Protective function, win‐dows 46
Push-and-turn switch, refer to Controller 18, 19
R Radiator fluid 186
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control 34
Radio ready state 63
Radio, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Rain sensor 69
Rear lights 195
Rear socket 146
Rear turn signal, bulb replace‐ ment 193
Rearview camera 126
Rearview mirror 57
Rear window defroster 138
Recirculated-air filter 139
Recirculated-air mode 138
Recommended fuel grade 170
Recommended tire brands 176
Refueling 168
Remaining range 83
Remote control/key 34
Remote control, malfunc‐ tion 39
Remote control, univer‐ sal 141
Replacement fuse 196
Replacing parts 190
Replacing wheels/tires 176
Reporting safety defects 9
RES button, see Cruise con‐ trol 122
Reserve warning, refer to Range 83
Reset, Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 104 Retaining straps, securing
cargo 163
Retreaded tires 176
Roadside parking lights 95
Rollover protection sys‐ tem 102
RON recommended fuel grade 170
Roofliner 17
Roof load capacity 210
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 202
Rubber components, care 206
S
Safe braking 159
Safety 7
Safety belt reminder for driv‐ er's seat and front passen‐
ger seat 56
Safety belts 55
Safety belts, care 207
Safety systems, airbags 99
Saving fuel 164
Screen, refer to Control Dis‐ play 18
Screwdriver, see Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 190
Screw thread, see screw thread for tow fitting, screw
thread for tow fitting 203
Sealant 177
Seat and mirror memory 56
Seat belts, refer to Safety belts 55
Seat heating, front 54
Seating position for chil‐ dren 60
Seats 52
Selection list in instrument cluster 87
Selector lever 72
Selector lever position 72
Sensors, care 207 Sequential mode 72
Service and warranty 8
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 188
Service requirements, dis‐ play 84
Services, ConnectedDrive
Servotronic 120
SET button, see Cruise con‐ trol 122
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 43
Settings, M Drive 116
Settings on Control Dis‐ play 90
Settings, storing for seat, mir‐ ror 56
Shift point indicator 93
Side airbags 99
Side View 129
Signaling, horn 14
Signals when unlocking 43
Sitting safely 52
Size 210
Smallest turning radius 210
Snow chains 180
Socket 145
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 189
SOS button 198
Spare fuse 196
Specified engine oil types 185
Speed, average 88
Speed limit detection, on- board computer 89
Speed limiter, display 86
Speed Limit Information 86
Speed warning 89
Split screen 23
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, performance dis‐
play 89
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