2016 BMW M4 roof rack

WARNING
When driving with a roof load, for exam‐
ple with a roof rack, the higher centre of gravity
can mean that driving safety is no longer guar‐
anteed in critical driving situations. Danger of
accident or damage to property. Do not deacti‐
vate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when driv‐
ing with a roof load.◀
Overview
Button in the vehicle
DSC OFF button
Indicator and warning lights If indicator light is flashing: DSC is reg‐ulating the acceleration and braking
forces.
If indicator light is illuminated: DSC has failed.
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF
General Driving stability during acceleration and cor‐
nering is restricted if DSC is deactivated.
To support the driving stability, re-activate
DSC as soon as possible.
Deactivating DSC Press and hold down the button – but for
no longer than approximately 10 seconds
– until the DSC OFF indicator light in the in‐
strument cluster is illuminated and DSC OFF is
displayed.
The DSC system is switched off.
Activating DSC Press the button.
The DSC OFF and DSC OFF indicator
lights are not illuminated.
Indicator and warning lights DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster
when DSC is deactivated.
If indicator light is illuminated: DSC is
deactivated.
M Dynamic Mode
M Dynamic Mode allows driving with higher
longitudinal and transverse acceleration on dry
carriageways, but with restricted drive stability.
Only in the absolute limit of the range does the
system engage for stability purposes by re‐
ducing the engine power and by brakes ap‐
plied to the wheels. In this driving situation, ad‐
ditional steering corrections may be required.
WARNING
With activated M Dynamic Mode stabilis‐
ing engagements are only carried out to a re‐
duced degree. Danger of accident or damage
to property. Adapt to the traffic conditions. Ob‐
serve the traffic situation and intervene actively
if the situation warrants it. Do not move the
steering wheel with unnecessary force in case
of warnings.◀
To support the driving stability, re-activate
DSC as soon as possible.
Activating MDM Press the button briefly.
In the instrument cluster, the indicator
lights MDM and DSC OFF illuminate.Seite 125Driving stability control systemsControls125
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Hang the floor net on the eyes in the boot floor.Securing transported loads WARNING
Incorrectly stowed objects can slip or be
thrown into the interior, for example in an acci‐
dent, during braking or evasive manoeuvres.
Vehicle occupants could be hit and injured.
Danger of injury. Stow and secure the objects
and the load correctly.◀
▷Smaller and lighter parts: with tensioning
straps, to secure the floor net or other suit‐
able straps.▷Relatively large and heavy objects: secure
with lashing straps.
Fasten tensioning straps of various kinds to
the lashing eyes in the boot.
Roof rack Note
Roof racks are available as special equipment.
Fastening Follow fitting instruction of the roof rack.
Roof strip with flaps
The mounting points are located on the roof
strip above the doors.
Fold the cover outwards.
Loads
A loaded roof rack alters the vehicle's road be‐
haviour and steering response by shifting its
centre of gravity.
When loading and driving, bear the following in
mind:
▷Do not exceed permitted roof and axle load
as well as the permitted gross weight.▷Make sure that there is sufficient space to
raise and open the Glass Roof.▷Distribute the roof load evenly.▷The roof load must not be spread over a
large area.▷Place heavy items of luggage at the bot‐
tom.▷Securely fasten roof rack, for example with
tensioning straps.▷Do not allow objects to protrude into the
swing range of the boot lid.▷Drive cautiously and avoid sudden acceler‐
ation, braking or cornering.Seite 167LoadsDriving hints167
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Saving fuelVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the se‐
lected special equipment or national version.
This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant na‐
tional regulations when using the correspond‐
ing functions and systems.
General
Your vehicle contains wide-ranging technolo‐
gies for reducing consumption and emission
levels.
Fuel consumption depends on various factors.
A number of measures, such as a moderate
driving style and regular maintenance, can in‐
fluence fuel consumption and reduce burden
on environment.
Removing transported load that is not required
Extra weight increases fuel consumption.
Removing add-on parts after use
Remove auxiliary mirrors, roof racks and rear-
mounted racks after use.
Add-on parts on the vehicle interfere with its
aerodynamic performance and inflate fuel con‐
sumption.Closing windows and the
glass roof
An opened glass roof or opened window in‐
creases the drag coefficient and thus reduces
the range.
Tyres General Tyres can have differing effects on fuel con‐
sumption. For example, fuel consumption can
be affected by tyre size.
Checking tyre pressures regularly Check and, if necessary, correct tyre inflation
pressures at least twice a month and before
setting off on a longer journey.
Insufficient tyre inflation pressure enlarges the
rolling resistance and thus increases fuel con‐
sumption and tyre wear.
Setting off immediately Do not warm up the engine with the vehicle at
a standstill; it is preferable to set off straight
away, driving at moderate engine speeds.
This brings the cold engine to operating tem‐
perature as quickly as possible.
Driving with foresight
Avoid accelerating and braking unnecessarily.
Keep an appropriate distance from the preced‐
ing vehicle.
Anticipating the road situation and adopting a
smooth driving style will reduce fuel consump‐
tion.Seite 168Driving hintsSaving fuel168
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5.Install the cable on the handle of the emer‐
gency release and engage the handle into
the fastening.6.Fit the bracket for the warning triangle.7.Attach the warning triangle.
Tail lights, number plate lights and
centre brake light
These lights use LED technology. Contact a
Service Partner or a qualified specialist work‐
shop in the case of a defect.
Changing a wheel
Notes
When using sealants, immediate wheel change
in the event of loss of tyre pressure in case of
puncture is not required.
As a result, no spare wheel is available.
The tools for changing wheels are available as
optional accessories from a Service Partner or
a qualified specialist workshop.
Jack mounting points
The jack mounting points are located in the il‐
lustrated positions.
Thiefproof wheel studs
The adapter of the thiefproof wheel studs can
be found in the tool kit or in an oddments tray
in the tool kit.
▷Wheel stud, arrow 1.▷Adapter, arrow 2.
Removing
1.Place the adapter on the wheel stud.2.Unscrew wheel stud.
After reattaching the wheel stud, remove the
adapter again.
Car battery Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
More information regarding the battery can be
enquired with a Service Partner or a qualified
specialist workshop.
Replacing the battery ATTENTION
Vehicle batteries that have been categor‐
ised by the manufacturer of the vehicle as un‐
suitable can damage systems, or prevent func‐
tions from being carried out. Danger of
damage to property. Only use vehicle batteries
that have been classified as suitable by the ve‐
hicle manufacturer.◀
When the vehicle battery has been changed,
have the battery registered on the vehicle by a
Service Partner or a qualified specialist work‐
shop to ensure that all comfort functions are
fully available and any appropriate Check Con‐
trol messages are no longer displayed.
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Displays, electronic, instru‐ment cluster 79
Disposal, coolant 190
Disposal, vehicle battery 200
Distance to destination 91
Distance warning, see PDC 131
Door key, see Remote con‐ trol 32
Door lock 37
Double clutch transmis‐ sion 74
Downhill gradients 164
Drinks holder, see Cu‐ pholder 155
Drivelogic 76
Drive Mode 75
Drive-off assistant 127
Drive programs, see Drive‐ logic 76
Driving Assistant, see Intelli‐ gent Safety 110
Driving dynamics, system states 86
Driving dynamic systems 86
Driving hints 163
Driving information, gen‐ eral 163
Driving information, running in 162
Driving into a car wash 208
Driving lane lines, rear-view camera 135
Driving lights control, auto‐ matic 99
Driving on racing tracks 161
Driving stability control sys‐ tems 123
Drying air, see Cooling func‐ tion 145
DSC Dynamic Stability Con‐ trol 124
Dynamic brake lights 120
Dynamic Stability Control, DSC 124 E
EfficientDynamics 86
EfficientDynamics display 86
EfficientDynamics menu 86
Electrical Glass Roof 45
Electrical power windows 43
Electric steering wheel lock 57
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 79
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 185
Electronic Stability Program, ESP, see DSC 124
Emergency call 202
Emergency release, boot lid 39
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 172
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 33
Energy Control 86
Energy recuperation 86
Engine, automatic shut- off 67
Engine, automatic start-stop function 67
Engine compartment 182
Engine coolant 189
Engine Dynamics Control 78
Engine oil 185
Engine oil additives 187
Engine oil change 187
Engine oil filler neck 186
Engine oil grades, alterna‐ tive 187
Engine oil grades, suita‐ ble 187
Engine oil level, checking electronically 185
Engine oil temperature 84
Engine start 66
Engine start with malfunc‐ tion 33
Engine temperature 84 Entering letters and digits 23
ESP, Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, see DSC 124
Exhaust system 163
Expanding the boot 151
Extended BMW Online serv‐ ices 6
Exterior mirror, automatically dimming 56
Exterior mirrors 55
External starting 203
Eye for towing, see Towing eye 206
Eyes for securing load 166
F Failure message, see Check control 80
False alarm 43
Fastening seat belts, see Seat belts 52
Fault displays, see Check control 80
Favourites buttons, iDrive 22
Filler neck for engine oil 186
Fine wood, care 210
First-aid kit 203
Flat tyre, warning lamp 108, 109
Flooding 163
Floor carpet, care 211
Fold-out position, windscreen wiper 72
Foot brake 163
Foot mats, care 211
Front airbags 104
Front-end collision warning with city braking func‐
tion 111
Front head restraints 54
Front lights 194
Front neck supports, see Head restraints 54
Front passenger airbags, de‐ activating/activating 106 Seite 220ReferenceEverything from A to Z220
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Journey computer 92
Jump-starting connection, starting assistance 204
Jump starting, see starting assistance 203
K
Key/remote control 32
Keyless Go, see Comfort Ac‐ cess 39
Key memory, see Personal Profile 33
Key switch for front passen‐ ger airbags 106
L
Labelling of recommended tyres 177
Lane boundary, warning 115
Lane change warning 117
Lane departure warning 115
Language, on the control dis‐ play 94
Lashing eyes, securing load 166
Lashing straps, securing load 166
Launch Control 77
Laying up out of use 211
Laying up, vehicle 211
Leather, care 210
LED light, replacing the bulbs 195
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 194
Left-hand traffic, light set‐ ting 102
Lenses of camera, care 211
Light alloy wheels, care 210
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 194
Lighter 149
Lighting 98 Light in the exterior mirror,
see Lane Change Warn‐
ing 117
Lights 98
Lights and light bulbs 193
Light switch 98
LIM button, see Manual Speed Limiter 119
Load 166
Loads 166
Lock, door 37
Locking/unlocking using door lock 37
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 35
Locking, automatic 42
Locking settings 41
Locking via the boot lid 38
Lock, wheel studs 199
Low-beam headlights 98
Lower back support 50
Low Speed Assistant 74
Luggage rack, see Roof rack 167
Lumbar support 50
M
Maintenance 191
Maintenance require‐ ment 191
Maintenance, service require‐ ment 87
Maintenance System BMW 191
Malfunction displays, see Check control 80
Manual air distribution 146
Manual air flow 146
Manual gearbox 73
Manual operation, door lock 37
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 56
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 172 Manual operation, Park Dis‐
tance Control, PDC 132
Manual operation, rear-view camera 134
Manual operation, Side View 137
Manual operation, Top View 138
Manual Speed Limiter 119
Maximum cooling effect 145
Maximum speed range 165
Maximum speed, winter tyres 177
M Carbon ceramic brakes 160
M compound brakes 160
M differential, active 126
MDM, M Dynamic Mode 125
M double clutch transmis‐ sion 74
M Drive 123
M Driver's Package, driving instructions 165
M Dynamic Mode MDM 125
Memory, seat, mirror 54
M Engine Dynamics Con‐ trol 78
Menu in the instrument clus‐ ter 90
Menus, see iDrive operating principle 18
Message of a flat tyre 108, 109
Messages, see Check con‐ trol 80
Microfilter 146
Minimum tread depth, tyres 176
Mirror, memory 54
Mirrors 55
Mobile communication equip‐ ment 163
Mobility system 178
Moisture in the headlight 194
Monitor, see Control Dis‐ play 16 Seite 222ReferenceEverything from A to Z222
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Replacement fuse 200
Replacement of parts 193
Replacement of wheels/ tyres 177
Replacing bulbs 193
Replacing bulbs, front 194
Replacing bulbs, LED head‐ lights 195
Replacing parts 193
Replacing the battery, vehicle battery 199
Replacing the battery, vehicle remote control 33
Replacing wiper blades 193
RES button, see Cruise Con‐ trol 129
Reserve warning, see Range 85
Reset, Tyre Pressure Monitor TPM 107
Restraint systems for chil‐ dren 58
Retreaded tyres 177
Reuse 192
Reversing light 196
Revolution counter 84
Right-hand traffic, light set‐ ting 102
Rim cleaner 210
Roller sunblinds 45
RON petrol grade 174
Roof load 215
Roof rack 167
Rope for tow-starting/ towing 206
RPA runflat indicator 109
Rubber parts, care 210
Runflat indicator RPA 109
Running in 162
Running in brake discs 162
Running in brake pads 162
S
Safe seated position 48 Safety package, see Active
Protection 120
Safety systems, airbags 104
Saving fuel 168
Saving settings for seat, mir‐ ror 54
Screen, see Control Dis‐ play 16
Screwdriver, see On-board toolkit 193
Screw thread, see Thread for towing eye 207
Sealing compound 178
Seat and mirror memory 54
Seat belt reminder for driver's and front passenger's
seat 53
Seat belt reminder for rear seats 53
Seat belts 52
Seat belts, care 211
Seat heating, front 50
Seats 48
Securing load 166
Selection list in the instru‐ ment cluster 90
Selector lever 74
Selector lever position 74
Sensors, care 211
Sequential mode 75
Service history 88
Service requirement, dis‐ play 87
Service requirements, Condi‐ tion Based Service
CBS 191
Services, ConnectedDrive 6
Servotronic 127
Settings, locking/unlock‐ ing 41
Settings, M Drive 123
Settings on the control dis‐ play 93
Settings, seats/head re‐ straints 48
Shift Lights 96 Shift point indicator 88
Side airbags 104
Side lights 98
Side View 136
Signals on unlocking 42
Sliding/tilting roof 45
Smallest turning circle 214
Snow chains 181
Socket 150
Socket in rear passenger compartment 150
Socket, on-board diagnosis, OBD 192
SOS button 202
Sound 6
Spanner, see On-board tool‐ kit 193
Spare fuse 200
Special equipment, standard equipment 7
Special ID, remote control 33
Specified engine oil grades 187
Speed, displaying maxi‐ mum 88
Speed Limit Device, see Man‐ ual Speed Limiter 119
Speed limiter, manual 119
Speed Limit Information 88
Speed Limit Information, on- board computer 92
Speed limit, see Manual Speed Limiter 119
Speed warning 92
Split-screen 22
Split-screen view, split- screen 22
Sport displays, torque dis‐ play, power display 92
Stability control systems 123
Standard view, Head-Up Dis‐ play 95
Start/stop button 65
Start function with malfunc‐ tion 33
Starting assistance 203 Seite 224ReferenceEverything from A to Z224
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