2020 BMW 8 SERIES CONVERTIBLE Owners Manual

ECO
PRO
bonus
rangeA
modified
driving
style
helps
you
extend
your
driving
range.
The
range
extension
can
be
disj played
as
the
bonus
range
in
the
instrument
cluster.
The
efficiency
display
includes
the
bonus
range,
refer
to
page
144.
If
the
bonus
range
appears
in
gray,
the
current
driving
style
is
inefficient.
The
display
turns
blue
as
soon
as
all
conditions
for
efficient
driving
are
met.
The
intervals
for
resetting
the
bonus
range
dej pend
on
the
settings
of
the
trip
data,
refer
topage
153.
Consumption
display
A
pointer
in
the
consumption
display
informs
about
the
current
driving
style:
'xThe
current
consumption
in
relation
to
the
average
consumption
is
displayed.'xPointer
in
the
area
of
arrow
1:
display
of
the energy
recovered
by
coasting
or
when
brakjing.'xPointer
in
the
area
of
arrow
2:
display
when
accelerating.
If
the
acceleration
is
inefficient,
the
area
between
the
average
consumption
and
the
current
conj
sumption
is
colored
red.
In
addition,
the
following
information
is
displayed, depending
on
the
situation:
'xDepending
on
the
equipment:
the
total
disjtance
driven
while
coasting,
refer
to
page
290.'xThe
total
time
that
the
engine
has
been
switched
off,
refer
to
page
126,
during
autoj
matic
engine
stops.'xA
gear
shift
indicator,
refer
to
page
150,
recj
ommending
the
use
of
a
more
efficient
gear.
Indications
on
the
Control
Display
General
information
Information
about
the
current
effectiveness
of
the
ECO
PRO
functions
can
be
displayed
as
enj ergy
flow.
Displaying
energy
flow
informationVia
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1.CAR2.Driving
information3.Energy
flow
The
following
functions
are
displayed:
'xAuto
Start/Stop
function.'xEnergy
recovery.'xCoasting.
Coasting
Concept
Under
certain
conditions
the
engine
is
automatij cally
decoupled
from
the
transmission
in
the
D
selector
lever
position.
The
vehicle
continues
traveling
with
the
engine
idling
to
reduce
conj
sumption.
Selector
lever
position
D
remains
enj
gaged.
This
driving
condition
is
referred
to
as
coasting. As
soon
as
you
step
on
the
brake
or
accelerator pedal,
the
engine
is
automatically
coupled
again.
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General
informationCoasting
is
a
component
of
the
ECO
PRO
drivj
ing
mode.
Coasting
is
automatically
activated
when
ECO
PRO
mode
is
called
via
the
Driving
Dynamics
Control.
A
proactive
driving
style
helps
the
driver
to
use the
function
often
and
supports
the
efficient
efj
fect
of
coasting.
Functional
requirements The
function
is
available
in
the
speed
range
from
approx.
16
mph/25
km/h
to
100
mph/160
km/h.
The
function
is
active
if
the
following
conditions
are
met:'xAccelerator
pedal
not
depressed.'xBrake
pedal
not
depressed
or
only
slightly depressed.'xThe
selector
lever
is
in
selector
lever
positionD.'xEngine
and
transmission
are
at
operatingtemperature.'xActive
Cruise
Control
with
Stop&Go
function,ACC,
not
activated.
Operation
via
shift
paddles
Concept
The
coasting
driving
condition
can
be
influenced with
the
shift
paddles.
Activating/deactivating
coasting
via
shift
paddles
1.Shift
to
the
highest
gear
by
pulling
the
right shift
paddle.2.To
activate
coasting
mode,
actuate
the
right
shift
paddle
again.
To
deactivate,
actuate
the
left
shift
paddle.
Display
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster


The
coasting
distance
traveled
is
indicated
in
coasting
mode.
Indications
on
the
Control
Display
The
coasting
mode
is
displayed
under
energy flow
while
driving.
The
distance
traveled
in
coasting
mode
is
disj
played
in
the
trip
data.
Color
code
blue:
coasting
mode.
Displaying
energy
flow
information Via
iDrive:
1.CAR2.Driving
information3.Energy
flow
System
limits
The
function
is
not
available
under
one
of
the
foljlowing
conditions.
'xDSC
OFF
or
TRACTION
activated.'xDriving
in
the
dynamic
limit
range
and
on
steep
uphill
or
downhill
grades.'xBattery
charge
status
temporarily
too
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Driving
style
analysis
Concept
The
function
helps
develop
an
especially
effij
cient
driving
style
and
to
conserve
fuel.
For
this
purpose,
the
driving
style
is
analyzed. The
assessment
is
done
in
various
categoriesand
is
displayed
on
the
Control
Display.
This
display
will
help
you
adjust
your
driving
style
and
save
some
fuel.
General
informationThe
current
trip
is
assessed.
To
assist
with
an
efficient
driving
style,
ECO
PRO
tips
are
displayed
during
driving.
The
range
of
the
vehicle
can
be
extended
by
adj
justing
your
driving
style.
This
gain
in
range
is
displayed
as
a
bonus
range
in
the
instrument
cluster
and
on
the
Control
Disj play.
Functional
requirement
The
function
is
available
in
ECO
PRO
driving
mode.
Calling
up
the
Driving
style
analysis
Via
iDrive:
1.CAR2.Driving
information3.Driving
style
analysis
Display
on
the
Control
Display
The
display
of
the
Driving
style
analysis
shows
the
efficiency
of
the
Driving
style.
The
more
efficient
the
driving
style,
the
more
bars
are
displayed
in
color
and
the
faster
the
boj nus
range
increases.
In
contrast,
a
reduced
number
of
bars
will
be
disj played
with
an
inefficient
driving
style.
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MOBILITY
Refueling
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8heels
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tires
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296
Engine
compartment
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323
0perating
materials
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326 Maintenance
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333
Replacing
components
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335 Breakdown
assistance
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Care
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RefuelingVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
due to
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sysj
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
obj
served.
Follow
the
following
when refueling
General
information
Follow
the
fuel
recommendation,
refer
to
page
326,
prior
to
refueling.
When
refueling,
insert
the
filler
nozzle
completely
into
the
filler
pipe.
Lifting
up
the
fuel
pump
nozzle during
refueling
causes:
'xPremature
switching
off.'xReduced
return
of
the
fuel
vapors.
The
fuel
tank
is
full
when
the
filler
nozzle
clicks
off
the
first
time.
Make
sure
that
the
fuel
cap
is
closed
properly
afj ter
refueling,
otherwise
the
emissions
warning
light
may
light
up.
Follow
safety
regulations
posted
at
the
gas
staj
tion.
Safety
information
NOTICE
With
a
driving
range
of
less
than 30
miles/50
km
the
engine
may
no
longer
have
sufficient
fuel.
Engine
functions
are
not
enj
sured
anymore.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Refuel
promptly.
NOTICE
Fuels
are
toxic
and
aggressive.
Overfilling
of
the fuel
tank
can
damage
the
fuel
system.
Painted
surfaces
may
be
damaged
by
contact
with
fuel.
Escaping
fuel
can
harm
the
environment.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Avoid
overfilling.
Fuel
cap
Opening
1.To
open
the
fuel
filler
flap,
press
on
the
rear
edge,
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2.Turn
the
fuel
cap
counterclockwise.3.Place
the
fuel
cap
in
the
bracket
attached
to
the
fuel
filler
flap.
Closing
Warning
The
retaining
strap
of
the
fuel
cap
can
be
jamj
med
and
crushed
during
closing.
The
cap
canj not
be
correctly
closed.
Fuel
or
fuel
vapors
can
escape.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury
or
risk
of
damj
age
to
property.
Pay
attention
that
the
retaining
strap
is
not
jammed
or
crushed
when
closing
the
cap.
1.Fit
the
cap
and
turn
it
clockwise
until
you
clearly
hear
a
click.2.Press
on
the
fuel
filler
flap
until
it
engages.
Emergency
unlocking
It
may
be
necessary
in
certain
situations
to
unj
lock
the
fuel
filler
flap
manually,
for
instance
with an
electrical
fault.
Have
fuel
filler
flap
unlocked
by
a
dealerss
servicecenter
or
another
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Wheels
and
tiresVehicle
features
andoptions
This
chapter
describes
all
standard,
country-spejcific
and
optional
features
offered
with
the
series. It
also
describes
features
and
functions
that
are
not
necessarily
available
in
your
vehicle,
e.g.,
due to
the
selected
options
or
country
versions.
Thisalso
applies
to
safety-related
functions
and
sysj
tems.
When
using
these
functions
and
systems,
the
applicable
laws
and
regulations
must
be
obj
served.
Tire
inflation
pressure
General
information The
tire
characteristics
and
tire
inflation
pressure
influence
the
following:
'xThe
service
life
of
the
tires.'xRoad
safety.'xDriving
comfort.'xFuel
consumption.
Safety
information
Warning
A
tire
with
too
little
or
no
tire
inflation
pressure
may
heat
up
significantly
and
sustain
damage.
This
will
have
a
negative
impact
on
aspects
of handling,
such
as
steering
and
braking
rej
sponse.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Regularly
check
the
tire
inflation
pressure,
and
correct
it as
needed,
for
instance
twice
a
month
and
bej
fore
a
long
trip.
Tire
inflation
pressure
specifications
In
the
tire
inflation
pressure
table The
tire
inflation
pressure
table,
refer
to
page
298,
contains
all
tire
inflation
pressure
specifications
for
the
specified
tire
sizes
at
the
ambient
temperature.
The
tire
inflation
pressure
values
apply
to
tire
sizes
approved
by
the
manuj
facturer
of
the
vehicle
for
the
vehicle
type.
To
identify
the
correct
tire
inflation
pressure,
please
note
the
following:'xTire
sizes
of
your
vehicle.'xMaximum
permitted
driving
speed.
On
the
Control
Display
The
current
tire
inflation
pressure
values
and
the
intended
tire
inflation
pressure
values
for
the
mounted
tires
can
be
displayed
on
the
Control Display.
To
ensure
that
they
are
displayed
correctly,
the tire
sizes
must
be
stored
in
the
system
and
must have
been
set,
refer
to
page
309,
for
the
mounted
tires.
The
current
tire
inflation
pressure
value
is
loj cated
on
each
tire.
The
reference
tire
inflation
pressure
value
is
loj
cated
in
the
lower
area
of
the
Control
Display.
Checking
the
tire
inflation
pressure
General
information
Tires
heat
up
while
driving.
The
tire
inflation
pressure
increases
with
the
tire
temperature.
Tires
have
a
natural,
consistent
loss
of
tire
inflajtion
pressure.
The
displays
of
inflation
devices
may
under-read by
up
to
0.1
bar/2
psi.
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