2020 BMW 8 SERIES GRAN COUPE Owners Manual

PositionSymbolMeaningThe
corresponding
symbol
shows
the
mounts
for
the
lower
LATCH
anchors.
Seats
equipped
with
lower
anj
chors
are
marked
with
a
pair,
(2),
of
LATCH
symbols.
For
vehicles
equipped
with
a
middle
seat:
It
is
not
recommended
to
use
the
inner
lower
anchors
of
standard
outer
LATCH
positions
to
fasten
a
child
restraint
system
on
the
middle
seat.
Use
the
vej
hicle
safety
belt
instead
for
the
middle
seat.
Exposing
the
lower
LATCH
anchors
1.Grab
the
cover
at
the
flap
and
open.2.Slide
the
cover
sideways
into
the
gap
bej
tween
seat
and
armrest.
Before
installing
LATCH
child
restraint
fixing
systems
Pull
the
safety
belt
away
from
the
area
of
the
child
restraint
system.
Assembly
of
LATCH
childrestraint
fixing
systems
1.Install
child
restraint
system,
see
manufacturj
er's
information.2.Ensure
that
both
LATCH
anchors
are
propj erly
connected.
i-Size
child
restraint
systems
General
information
i-Size
is
a
regulation
for
child
restraint
systems
that
can
be
used
to
approve
child
restraint
sysj
tems.
SymbolMeaningIf
this
symbol
can
be
seen
in
the
vehicle,
the
vehicle
was
apj
proved
according
to
i-Size.
The
symbol
indicates
the
mounts
for
the
lower
anchors
of
the
system.The
respective
symbol
shows
the
anchor
for
the
upper
retainj
ing
strap.
Child
restraint
systems
with
tether
strap
Safety
information
Warning
If
the
upper
retaining
strap
is
incorrectly
used
for
the
child
restraint
system,
the
protective
efj fect
can
be
reduced.
There
is
a
risk
of
injury.Make
sure
that
the
upper
retaining
strap
doesnot
run
over
sharp
edges
and
is
not
twisted
as
it
passes
the
upper
anchor.
Warning
If
the
rear
backrest
is
not
locked,
the
protective
effect
of
the
child
restraint
system
is
limited
or there
is
none.
In
certain
situations,
for
instance
braking
maneuvers
or
in
case
of
an
accident,
the
rear
backrest
can
fold
forward.
There
is
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of
injuries
or
danger
to
life.
Make
sure
that
the
rear
backrests
are
locked.
NOTICE
The
anchors
for
the
upper
retaining
straps
of
child
restraint
systems
are
only
provided
for
these
retaining
straps.
When
other
objects
are
mounted,
the
anchors
can
be
damaged.
There
is
a
risk
of
damage
to
property.
Only
mount
child
restraint
systems
to
the
upper
anchors.
Anchors
SymbolMeaningThe
respective
symbol
shows
the
anchor
for
the
upper
retainj
ing
strap.
Seats
with
an
upper
top
tether
are
marked
with
this
symbol.
It
can
be
found
on
the
rear
seat
backrest
or
the
rear
window
shelf.
Routing
the
retaining
strap
1Direction
of
travel2Upper
retaining
strap3Head
restraint4Rear
window
shelf5Anchor6Hook
for
upper
retaining
strapAttaching
the
upper
retaining
strap
to
the
anchor1.Open
the
anchor
cover.2.Guide
the
upper
retaining
strap
over
the
head
restraint
to
the
anchor.3.Attach
the
hook
of
the
retaining
strap
to
the
anchor.4.Tighten
the
retaining
strap.
Locking
the
doors
and
windows
in
the
rear
General
information In
certain
situations
it
may
be
advisable
to
securethe
rear
doors
and
windows,
for
instance
when
transporting
children.
Doors
Push
the
locking
lever
on
the
rear
doors
up.The
door
can
now
be
opened
from
the
outside
only.
Safety
switch
for
the
rear Press
the
button
on
the
driver's
door.
This
locks
various
functions
so
that
they
cannot
be
operated
from
the
rear.
Safety
switch,
refer
to
page
108.
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DrivingVehicle
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.
Start/Stop
button
Concept Pressing
the
Start/Stop
button
switches
drive-ready
state
on
or
off,
refer
to
page
43.
Drive-ready
state
is
switched
on
when
you
depress
the
brake
pedal
while
pressing
the
Start/Stop
button.
Pressing
the
Start/Stop
button
again
switches drive-ready
state
back
off
and
standby
state,
rejfer
to
page
43,
is
switched
back
on.
Driving
away
1.Switch
on
drive-ready
state.2.Apply
drive
mode.3.Release
the
parking
brake.4.Drive
away.Auto
Start/Stop
function
Concept
The
Auto
Start/Stop
function
helps
save
fuel.
The
system
switches
off
the
engine
during
a stop,
for
instance
in
traffic
congestion
or
at
traffic
lights.
Drive-ready
state
remains
switched
on.
The
engine
starts
automatically
for
driving
off.
General
information After
each
engine
start
using
the
Start/Stop
butjton,
the
Auto
Start/Stop
function
is
ready.
The
function
is
activated
from
speeds
of
approx. 3
mph/5
km/h.
Depending
on
the
selected
driving
mode,
the
system
is
automatically
activated
or
deactivated.
Engine
stop Functional
requirementsSteptronic
transmission
The
engine
is
switched
off
automatically
during
a
stop
under
the
following
conditions:
'xThe
selector
lever
is
in
selector
lever
position D.'xThe
brake
pedal
remains
pressed
while
the
vehicle
is
stationary
or
the
vehicle
is
held
by Automatic
Hold.'xThe
driver's
safety
belt
is
buckled
or
the
drivjer's
door
is
closed.
Manual
engine
stop
If
the
engine
was
not
switched
off
automaticallywhen
the
vehicle
stopped,
the
engine
can
be
switched
off
manually:
'xPress
the
brake
pedal
forcefully
again
from the
current
pedal
position.'xEngage
selector
lever
position
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If
all
functional
preconditions
are
fulfilled,
the
enjgine
switches
off.
Air
conditioner
when
the
engine
is
switched
off
The
air
flow
from
the
air
conditioner
is
reduced
when
the
engine
is
switched
off.
Displays
in
the
instrument
cluster
General
information The
display
in
the
tachometer
inj
dicates
that
the
Auto
Start/Stop
function
is
ready
for
an
Automatic
engine
start.
The
display
indicates
that
the
conditions
for
an
automatic
enj
gine
stop
have
not
been
met.
Total
time
with
switched-off
engine ECO
PRO,
refer
to
page
298,
driving
mode:
depending
on
the vehicle
equipment,
the
total
timethat
the
engine
has
been
switched
off
using
the
Auto
Start/
Stop
function
is
displayed
on
an
automatic
enj
gine
stop.
The
total
time
can
be
reset
via
the
trip
data.
Functional
limitations The
engine
is
not
switched
off
automatically
inthe
following
situations:'xIn
case
of
a
steep
downhill
grade.'xBrake
not
engaged
strongly
enough.'xThe
external
temperature
is
high
and
autoj
matic
climate
control
is
running.'xThe
car's
interior
has
not
yet
been
heated
or cooled
to
the
required
level.'xWhere
there
is
a
risk
of
window
condensation
when
the
automatic
climate
control
is
switched
on.'xEngine
or
other
parts
not
at
operating
temj perature.'xEngine
cooling
is
required.'xThe
wheels
are
at
a
sharp
angle
or
the
steerjing
wheel
is
being
turned.'xVehicle
battery
is
heavily
discharged.'xAt
higher
elevations.'xThe
hood
is
unlocked.'xThe
parking
assistant
is
activated.'xStop-and-go
traffic.'xSelector
lever
position
in
N
or
R.'xAfter
driving
in
reverse.'xUse
of
fuel
with
high
ethanol
content.
Starting
the
engine
Functional
requirements Steptronic
transmission
The
engine
starts
automatically
under
the
followj
ing
preconditions:
'xBy
releasing
the
brake
pedal.'xWhen
Automatic
Hold
is
activated:
press
the accelerator
pedal.
Driving
off
After
the
engine
starts,
accelerate
as
usual.
Safety
mode
After
the
engine
switches
off
automatically,
it
will not
start
again
automatically
if
any
one
of
the
folj
lowing
conditions
are
met:
'xThe
driver's
safety
belt
is
unbuckled
and
the
driver's
door
is
open.'xThe
hood
was
unlocked.
Some
indicator
lights
light
up
for
a
varied
length of
time.
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The
engine
can
only
be
started
via
the
Start/Stopbutton.
System
limits
Even
if
driving
off
was
not
intended,
the
deactij vated
engine
starts
up
automatically
in
the
folj lowing
situations:'xExcessive
warming
of
the
car's
interior
when
the
air
conditioning
is
switched
on.'xExcessive
cooling
of
the
car's
interior
when
the
heating
is
switched
on.'xWhere
there
is
a
risk
of
window
condensation
when
the
automatic
climate
control
is
switched
on.'xThe
steering
wheel
is
turned.'xChange
from
selector
lever
position
D
to
N
or
R.'xChange
from
selector
lever
position
P
to
N, D,
or
R.'xVehicle
battery
is
heavily
discharged.'xStart
of
an
oil
level
measurement.
Intelligent
Auto
Start/Stop
function
Depending
on
the
vehicle
equipment
and
counj
try-specific
version,
the
vehicle
features
a
variety of
sensors
for
assessing
the
traffic
situation.
The
Intelligent
Auto
Start/Stop
function
uses
this
inj formation
to
adapt
to
various
traffic
situations
in
aproactive
manner.
For
instance,
this
applies
to
the
following
situaj
tions:
'xIf
a
situation
is
detected
in
which
the
stopping time
is
expected
to
be
very
short,
the
engine
is
not
switched
off
automatically.
A
message
appears
on
the
Control
Display,
depending on
the
situation.'xIf
a
situation
is
detected
in
which
the
vehicle
needs
to
drive
off
immediately,
the
engine
is started
automatically.The
function
may
be
restricted
if
the
navigation
data
is
invalid,
outdated
or
not
available,
for
exj
ample.
Activating/deactivating
the
system
manually
Concept
The
engine
is
not
automatically
switched
off.
The
engine
is
started
during
an
automatic
engine
stop.
Using
the
button
Press
the
button.
Via
selector
lever
position
or
Driving
Dynamics
Control
The
Auto
Start/Stop
function
is
also
deactivatedin
selector
lever
position
M/S
or
in
SPORT
drivj
ing
mode
of
the
Driving
Dynamics
Control.
Display
'xLED
comes
on:
auto
Start/Stop
function
is
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Switching
off
the
vehicle
during
an
automatic
engine
stop
General
information
During
an
automatic
engine
stop,
the
vehicle
can be
switched
off
permanently,
for
instance
when
leaving
it.
Steptronic
transmission1.Press
the
Start/Stop
button.'xDrive-ready
state
is
switched
off.'xStandby
state
is
switched
on.'xSelector
lever
position
P
is
engaged
autoj matically.2.Set
the
parking
brake.
Automatic
deactivation
General
information
In
certain
situations,
the
Auto
Start/Stop
function
is
deactivated
automatically
for
safety
reasons,
for
instance
if
no
driver
is
detected.
Malfunction
The
Auto
Start/Stop
function
no
longer
switches off
the
engine
automatically.
A
Check
Control message
is
displayed.
It
is
possible
to
continuedriving.
Have
the
system
checked
by
a
dealer'sservice
center
or
another
qualified
service
centeror
repair
shop.
Driving
Dynamics
Control
Concept
The
Driving
Dynamics
Control
influences
the
driving
dynamics
properties
of
the
vehicle.
The
vehicle
can
be
adjusted
depending
on
the
situation
using
various
driving
modes.
General
information
The
following
systems
are
affected,
for
instance:
'xEngine
characteristics.'xSteptronic
transmission.'xAdaptive
M
chassis.'xAdaptive
M
Chassis
Professional.'xActive
roll
stabilization.'xSteering.'xIntegral
Active
Steering.'xDisplay
in
the
instrument
cluster.'xCruise
control.
Overview
Displays
in
the
instrument
cluster
The
selected
driving
mode
is
disjplayed
in
the
instrument
cluster.
Driving
modes Buttons
in
the
vehicle
ButtonDriving
modeConfiguraj
tionSPORTSPORTINDIVIDUALSPORTSPORT
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ButtonDriving
modeConfiguraj
tionECO
PROECO
PROINDIVIDUALADAPTIVEADAPTIVE
When
drive-ready
state
is
switched
on,
the COMFORT
driving
mode
is
selected
automatijcally.
Driving
modes
in
detail COMFORT
Concept
Balanced
tuning
between
dynamic
and
efficient
driving.
Switching
on Press
the
button
repeatedly
until
COMjFORT
is
displayed
in
the
instrument
cluster.
SPORT
Concept
Dynamic
tuning
for
higher
agility
with
an
optij mized
chassis
and
suspension.
Switching
on Press
the
button
repeatedly
until
SPORT
is
displayed
in
the
instrument
cluster.
SPORT
INDIVIDUAL
Concept
Individual
settings
can
be
adjusted
in
the
SPORT INDIVIDUAL
driving
mode.
Configuration
Via
iDrive:1.CAR2.Settings3.Driving
mode4.SPORT
INDIVIDUAL5.Select
the
desired
setting.
The
setting
is
stored
for
the
driver
profile
curj
rently
used.
Reset
SPORT
INDIVIDUAL
to
the
standard
setj
tings:
Reset
to
SPORT
STANDARD.
SPORT
PLUS
Concept
Dynamic
tuning
for
maximum
agility
with
an
adj justed
drive.
Switching
on Press
the
button
repeatedly
until
SPORT
PLUS
is
displayed
in
the
instruj
ment
cluster.
ECO
PRO Concept
Efficient
driving
setting.
Switching
on Press
the
button
repeatedly
until
ECO
PRO
is
displayed
in
the
instrument
clusj
ter.
ECO
PRO
INDIVIDUAL
Concept
Individual
settings
can
be
adjusted
in
the
ECO
PRO
INDIVIDUAL
driving
mode.
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Configuration
Via
iDrive:1.CAR2.Settings3.Driving
mode4.ECO
PRO
INDIVIDUAL5.Select
the
desired
setting.
The
setting
is
stored
for
the
driver
profile
curj
rently
used.
Reset
ECO
PRO
INDIVIDUAL
to
the
standard settings:
Reset
to
ECO
PRO
STANDARD.
ADAPTIVE
Concept
Comfort-oriented
driving
mode,
whose
tuning
is automatically
modified
to
the
driving
situation and
driving
style.
If
the
navigation
system
is
active,
upcoming
road
sections
are
considered.
Switching
on Press
the
button.
ADAPTIVE
is
disj
played
in
the
instrument
cluster.
INDIVIDUAL
configuration
General
information The
individual
configuration
of
the
driving
mode
is
stored
for
the
active
driver
profile.
The
last
set
configuration
is
activated
directly
when
the
drivj
ing
mode
is
called
up
again.
Activating
configuration
of
the
driving
mode
Press
the
button
for
the
desired
driving
mode
several
times.
Parking
brake
Concept
The
parking
brake
is
used
to
prevent
the
vehicle from
rolling
when
it
is
parked.
Safety
information
Warning
An
unsecured
vehicle
can
begin
to
move
and
possibly
roll
away.
There
is
a
risk
of
accident.
Before
exiting,
secure
the
vehicle
against
rollj ing.
In
order
to
ensure
that
the
vehicle
is
secured against
rolling
away,
follow
the
following:
'xSet
the
parking
brake.'xOn
uphill
grades
or
on
a
downhill
slope,
turn
the
front
wheels
in
the
direction
of
the curb.'xOn
uphill
grades
or
on
a
downhill
slope,also
secure
the
vehicle,
for
instance
with
awheel
chock.
Warning
Unattended
children
or
animals
in
the
vehicle
can
cause
the
vehicle
to
move
and
endanger themselves
and
traffic,
for
instance
due
to
the
following
actions:
'xPressing
the
Start/Stop
button.'xReleasing
the
parking
brake.'xOpening
and
closing
the
doors
or
winj
dows.'xEngaging
selector
lever
position
N.'xUsing
vehicle
equipment.
There
is
a
risk
of
accidents
or
injuries.
Do
not
leave
children
or
animals
unattended
in
the
vej hicle.
Take
the
vehicle
key
with
you
when
exitj
ing
and
lock
the
vehicle.
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