2018 BMW M3 Owners Manual

Manual
gearbox:
The
braking
effect
can
be
additionally
increased by
shifting
down,
even
into
first
gear,
if
applicaj ble.
M
double
clutch
transmission:
The
braking
action
of
the
engine
can
be
boosted
further
by
shifting
down
in
Sequential
mode,
see
page
116.
Safety
notes
WARNING
Even
slight,
continuous
pressure
on
the
brake
pedal
can
cause
overheating,
brake
pad
wear
or even
brake
system
failure.
There
is
a
danger
of
accidents.
Avoid
excessive
loads
on
the
brake.
WARNING
When
idling
or
with
the
engine
switched
off, safety-relevant
functions
are
restricted
or
no
longer
available,
for
example
the
braking
effect
of
the
engine
or
power
assistance
for
the
brakj
ing
force
and
steering.
There
is
a
danger
of
acj
cidents.
Do
not
drive
at
idle
speed
or
with
the
engine
switched
off.
Corrosion
of
the
brake
disc
Corrosion
of
the
brake
discs
and
contamination
of
the
brake
pads
increase
in
the
following
cirj cumstances:
'xLow
mileage.'xExtended
periods
when
the
vehicle
is
not
used.'xInfrequent
use
of
the
brakes.'xAggressive,
acidic
or
alkaline
cleaning
agents.
Should
corrosion
form
on
the
brake
discs,
the brakes
will
tend
to
respond
with
a
pulsating
efj
fect
that
generally
cannot
be
corrected.
Condensation
when
vehicle
is
parked
When
the
automatic
air
conditioning
is
in
operaj
tion,
condensation
develops
which
exits
underj
neath
the
vehicle.
Ground
clearance
NOTE
If
there
is
insufficient
ground
clearance,
the
front
or
rear
spoiler
can
contact
the
ground,
for
example
at
curb
edges
or
when
driving
into
unj
derground
car
parks.
There
is
a
danger
of
damj age
to
property.
Make
sure
that
there
is
suffij
cient
ground
clearance.
When
driving
down
from
kerb
edges,
select
the following
programme
with
the
adaptive
M
susj
pension,
see
page
173,
to
keep
the
ground
clearance
as
uniform
as
possible.
Sport
Plus
M
Driver's
Package:
driving
in
maximum
speed
range
WARNING
At
high
speeds,
damage
to
vehicle
parts
can adversely
affect
vehicle
handling
characterisj
tics.
Such
parts
include
the
tyres,
underbody and
parts
for
improving
aerodynamics.
There
isa
danger
of
accidents.
Have
the
damage
rectijfied
by
a
Service
Partner
of
the
manufacturer
or
another
qualified
Service
Partner
or
a
specialist
workshop.
Do
not
drive
at
high
speed
until
the
damage
has
been
repaired.
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LoadsVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
special
equipment
available
for
themodel
series.
Therefore
equipment
which
is
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
optional
equipment
selected
or
the
counj
try
specification,
may
also
be
described
here.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
functions
and
systems.
Comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regj ulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
Safety
notes
WARNING
A
high
gross
vehicle
weight
can
cause
the
tyres to
overheat,
causing
internal
damage
and
a
sudden
loss
of
tyre
inflation
pressure.
The
drivj ing
characteristics
can
be
negatively
influenced,
for
example
reduced
directional
stability,
longerbraking
distance
and
modified
steering
characj
teristics.
There
is
a
danger
of
accidents.
Comj
ply
with
the
permitted
load
index
of
the
tyre,
and
do
not
exceed
the
permitted
gross
vehicle
weight.
WARNING
If
the
permitted
total
weight
and
the
permitted axle
loads
are
exceeded,
the
operational
safety
of
the
vehicle
is
no
longer
guaranteed.
There
is
a
danger
of
accidents.
Do
not
exceed
the
perj
mitted
total
weight
and
permitted
axle
loads.
WARNING
Loose
objects
or
devices
connected
by
a
cable to
the
vehicle,
for
example
mobile
telephones,
can
be
thrown
through
the
interior
during
the journey,
for
example
in
an
accident
or
during
braking
and
evasive
manoeuvres.
There
is
a
danger
of
injury.
Ensure
that
loose
objects
or
devices
connected
by
cable
to
the
vehicle
are
secured
in
place
in
the
interior.
WARNING
Incorrectly
stowed
objects
can
slip
or
be
thrown
into
the
interior,
for
example
in
an
accij dent,
during
braking
or
evasive
manoeuvres.
Vehicle
occupants
could
be
hit
and
injured. There
is
a
danger
of
injury.
Stow
and
secure
the
objects
and
the
load
correctly.
NOTE
Liquids
in
the
boot
may
cause
damage.
There is
a
danger
of
damage
to
property.
Ensure
that
no
liquids
leak
out
into
the
boot.
Stowing
and
securing
a
transported
load
'xWrap
protective
material
around
any
sharp
corners
and
edges
on
the
load.'xHeavy
transported
loads:
stow
as
far
forward
and
as
low
down
as
possible,
ideally
directly behind
the
rear
backrests.'xVery
heavy
transported
loads:
if
there
are
no
passengers
on
the
back
seat,
insert
both outer
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'xFully
fold
down
the
rear
backrests
if
the
load
is
to
be
stowed
accordingly.'xDo
not
stack
load
items
above
the
upper edge
of
the
backrests.'xSmaller
and
light
transported
load:
securewith
tensioning
straps,
the
floor
net
or
other
suitable
straps.'xLarger
and
heavy
transported
loads:
secure with
lashing
straps.
Lashing
eyes
in
the
boot
Four
lashing
eyes
are
located
in
the
boot
for
sejcuring
the
load.
Equipment
for
securing
the
transported
load,
such
as
lashing
straps,
tensioning
straps
or
lugj
gage
nets,
must
be
secured
to
the
lashing
eyes
in
the
boot.
Floor
net
The
floor
net
can
also
be
used
for
securing
the load.
Hook
the
floor
net
into
the
lashing
eyes,
see page
219.
Roof
rack
General
Roof
racks
are
available
as
special
equipment.
Safety
note
WARNING
When
driving
with
a
roof
load,
for
example
with
a
roof
rack,
the
higher
centre
of
gravity
can
mean
that
driving
safety
is
no
longer
guaranj
teed
in
critical
driving
situations.
There
is
a
danj
ger
of
accidents
or
damage
to
property.
Do
not
deactivate
Dynamic
Stability
Control
DSC
when
driving
with
a
roof
load.
Fastening
Follow
the
installation
instructions
for
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
bej
haviour
and
steering
response
by
shifting
its
cenj tre
of
gravity.
When
loading
and
driving,
bear
the
following
in mind:
'xDo
not
exceed
the
permitted
roof
and
axle
loads
or
the
permitted
gross
weight.'xMake
sure
that
there
is
sufficient
space
to
raise
and
open
the
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'xThe
roof
load
must
not
be
spread
over
a
large
area.'xPlace
heavy
items
of
luggage
at
the
bottom.'xSecurely
fasten
the
luggage,
for
example
with
tensioning
straps.'xDo
not
allow
objects
to
protrude
into
the
swing
range
of
the
boot
lid.'xDrive
cautiously
and
avoid
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fuelVehicle
equipment
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
special
equipment
available
for
themodel
series.
Therefore
equipment
which
is
not
installed
in
your
vehicle,
for
example
on
account
of
the
optional
equipment
selected
or
the
counj
try
specification,
may
also
be
described
here.
This
also
applies
to
safety-relevant
functions
and
systems.
Comply
with
the
relevant
laws
and
regj ulations
when
using
the
corresponding
functions
and
systems.
General
The
vehicle
possesses
wide-ranging
technoloj gies
for
reducing
consumption
and
emission
levjels.
Fuel
consumption
depends
on
various
factors.
A
number
of
measures,
such
as
a
moderate
drivj ing
style
and
regular
maintenance,
can
influencefuel
consumption
and
reduce
burden
on
environjment.
Remove
transported
loadthat
is
not
required
Extra
weight
increases
fuel
consumption.
Remove
add-on
parts
after use
Remove
unneeded
roof
racks
after
use.Add-on
parts
on
the
vehicle
interfere
with
its
aerj odynamic
performance
and
increase
fuel
conjsumption.
Closing
windows
and
the
Glass
Roof
An
opened
Glass
Roof
or
opened
window
inj
crease
drag
and
consequently
reduce
the
range.
Tyres
General Tyres
can
have
differing
effects
on
fuel
conj
sumption.
For
example,
fuel
consumption
can
be
affected
by
tyre
size.
Checking
tyre
inflation
pressure
regularly
Check
and,
if
necessary,
correct
the
tyre
inflation
pressures
at
least
twice
a
month
and
before
setj
ting
off
on
a
longer
journey.
Insufficient
tyre
inflation
pressure
increases
rollj
ing
resistance
and
consequently
fuel
consumpj
tion
and
tyre
wear.
Drive
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
temperj
ature
as
quickly
as
possible.
Drive
with
foresight
Anticipating
the
road
situation
and
adopting
a
smooth
driving
style
will
reduce
fuel
consumpj
tion.
Avoid
accelerating
and
braking
unnecessarily.
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an
appropriate
distance
from
the
preceding
vehicle.
Avoid
high
engine
speeds
Driving
at
low
engine
speeds
lowers
fuel
conj sumption
and
wear.
Pay
attention
to
the
shift
point
indicator,
see
page
131,
in
the
vehicle,
if
fitted.
Make
use
of
overrun
mode
When
approaching
a
red
traffic
light,
take
your
foot
off
the
accelerator
and
allow
the
vehicle
to
roll.
On
downward
stretches,
take
your
foot
off
the
accelerator
and
allow
the
vehicle
to
roll.
The
fuel
supply
is
interrupted
in
overrun
mode.
Switch
off
the
engine
ifstopping
for
a
relativelylong
time
Stopping
the
engine
When
you
stop
the
vehicle
for
longer
periods,
for
example
at
traffic
lights,
railway
crossings
or
in traffic
jams,
switch
off
the
engine.
Auto
Start
Stop
function
The
Auto
Start
Stop
function
of
the
vehicle
shuts
off
the
engine
automatically
during
a
stop.
If
the
engine
is
switched
off
and
then
startedagain,
the
fuel
consumption
and
emissions
arereduced
compared
with
a
permanently
running
engine.
Savings
can
be
made
just
by
stopping
the
engine
for
a
few
seconds.
Fuel
consumption
also
depends
on
other
factors,
such
as
driving
style,
road
condition,
maintej
nance
or
environmental
factors,
for
example.
Switch
off
functions
which
are
not
currently
required
Functions
such
as
seat
heating
or
rear
windowheating
require
a
great
deal
of
energy
and
rejduce
the
range,
especially
in
city
traffic
and
stop-and-go
traffic.
Switch
these
functions
off
if
they
are
not
rej
quired.
Have
maintenance
workcarried
out
Have
the
vehicle
serviced
regularly
to
achieve
optimal
economy
and
lifetime.
BMW
recomj
mends
having
maintenance
work
carried
out
by
a
BMW
Service
Partner.
Please
also
see
the
BMW
Maintenance
System,
see
page
253.
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