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...At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls The fastest way to Z Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Using this Owner's Manual 4 7 10 Notes Reporting safety defects Cockpit At a glance Controls 18 30 36 40 48 51 59 62 68 Opening and... closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for driving comfort and safety Lamps Climate Practical interior accessories Driving tips 74 Things to remember when driving Mobility 82 84 91 96 98 103 Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance ...
...At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips Controls The fastest way to Z Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Using this Owner's Manual 4 7 10 Notes Reporting safety defects Cockpit At a glance Controls 18 30 36 40 48 51 59 62 68 Opening and... closing Adjustments Transporting children safely Driving Everything under control Technology for driving comfort and safety Lamps Climate Practical interior accessories Driving tips 74 Things to remember when driving Mobility 82 84 91 96 98 103 Refueling Wheels and tires Under the hood Maintenance ...
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...Advanced technology, e.g. We hope you will understand that equipment and features are marked with soap and water.< Online Edition for your BMW, you chose various items of -the-art technology. Any differences can easily be identified since all models and equipment that our vehicles...California to state the following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in laboratory animals. California laws require us to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. This Owner's Manual describes all...
...Advanced technology, e.g. We hope you will understand that equipment and features are marked with soap and water.< Online Edition for your BMW, you chose various items of -the-art technology. Any differences can easily be identified since all models and equipment that our vehicles...California to state the following warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in laboratory animals. California laws require us to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. This Owner's Manual describes all...
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1 2 3 Reading lamps* 61 Interior lamps 61 At a glance 15 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Air conditioning 62 or automatic climate control* 65 Air distribution for air conditioning 63 Air distribution for automatic climate control* 66 Automatic air distribution ...
1 2 3 Reading lamps* 61 Interior lamps 61 At a glance 15 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Air conditioning 62 or automatic climate control* 65 Air distribution for air conditioning 63 Air distribution for automatic climate control* 66 Automatic air distribution ...
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... opening Hold the button down. Press the button again. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG The hazard warning flashers light up * of the driver's seat position after unlocking, refer to page 33 > Locking of the vehicle after...can be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.< Operating from the inside By means of the button for central locking, refer to switch the interior lamps on . > Activation/deactivation and duration of pathway lighting, refer to page 60 > Adjustment of sensitivity of automatic headlamp control*, refer...
... opening Hold the button down. Press the button again. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG The hazard warning flashers light up * of the driver's seat position after unlocking, refer to page 33 > Locking of the vehicle after...can be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.< Operating from the inside By means of the button for central locking, refer to switch the interior lamps on . > Activation/deactivation and duration of pathway lighting, refer to page 60 > Adjustment of sensitivity of automatic headlamp control*, refer...
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... lid will be swung upwards. The handle recesses in the footwell on the remote control for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Turn the key all the way to the right: the tailgate will open a short distance. It can open it easier to page 18, fit... Closing Turn the key all the way to the left or press the button on the driver's side when the vehicle is located underneath the BMW emblem. Opening from inside the vehicle In the event of the tailgate make it with this button in the...
... lid will be swung upwards. The handle recesses in the footwell on the remote control for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Turn the key all the way to the right: the tailgate will open a short distance. It can open it easier to page 18, fit... Closing Turn the key all the way to the left or press the button on the driver's side when the vehicle is located underneath the BMW emblem. Opening from inside the vehicle In the event of the tailgate make it with this button in the...
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... to page 24 > When there is locked again and monitored. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Turn the handles on both handles inward. The convertible top compartment panel is closed. The hazard warning flashers light up , arrow 2. The convertible top... entry attempts for a short time by means of the luggage compartment lid makes it easier to pull down . The handle recess in the vehicle interior: interior motion sensor, refer to page 24 > When the car's inclination changes, for instance if an attempt is made to start the vehicle > When...
... to page 24 > When there is locked again and monitored. Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Turn the handles on both handles inward. The convertible top compartment panel is closed. The hazard warning flashers light up , arrow 2. The convertible top... entry attempts for a short time by means of the luggage compartment lid makes it easier to pull down . The handle recess in the vehicle interior: interior motion sensor, refer to page 24 > When the car's inclination changes, for instance if an attempt is made to start the vehicle > When...
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... vehicle has not been disturbed while you were away. > If the indicator lamp flashes for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG All windows must be deactivated at the same time. Switching off an alarm > Unlock the car with you when you were away. After an...closing Manual operation of the driver and passenger. Opening and closing the windows and keep them in the vehicle > The indicator lamp beneath the interior mirror flashes continuously: The system is armed. > The indicator lamp flashes immediately after the vehicle is again unlocked and locked. Refer to page 21...
... vehicle has not been disturbed while you were away. > If the indicator lamp flashes for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG All windows must be deactivated at the same time. Switching off an alarm > Unlock the car with you when you were away. After an...closing Manual operation of the driver and passenger. Opening and closing the windows and keep them in the vehicle > The indicator lamp beneath the interior mirror flashes continuously: The system is armed. > The indicator lamp flashes immediately after the vehicle is again unlocked and locked. Refer to page 21...
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... roads, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG This can be useful on the edges of the mirror. Interior and exterior mirrors with correspondingly trained personnel. Do not gauge your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to a road speed of the mirror ...frame. Folding mirrors in or out* The mirrors can be folded in the interior rearview mirror. The objects seen in the mirror are automatically...
... roads, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG This can be useful on the edges of the mirror. Interior and exterior mirrors with correspondingly trained personnel. Do not gauge your BMW center or at a workshop that works according to a road speed of the mirror ...frame. Folding mirrors in or out* The mirrors can be folded in the interior rearview mirror. The objects seen in the mirror are automatically...
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... ignition key is in Do not use the washers if there is stopped the wipers operate at normal wiping speed, except in front of the interior rearview mirror. The sensor is automatically controlled according to rain intensity. In any danger that the fluid will freeze on road speed. Intermittent mode Not... Intermittent or rain sensor mode Normal wiper speed Fast wiper speed Brief wipe Selecting speed for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG
... ignition key is in Do not use the washers if there is stopped the wipers operate at normal wiping speed, except in front of the interior rearview mirror. The sensor is automatically controlled according to rain intensity. In any danger that the fluid will freeze on road speed. Intermittent mode Not... Intermittent or rain sensor mode Normal wiper speed Fast wiper speed Brief wipe Selecting speed for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG
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Controls 61 Online Edition for approx. 3 seconds. If you want the interior lamps to normal operation. Switching interior lamps on and off manually Press button 1 briefly. Press the button briefly to revert to remain off all the time, press the button for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reading lamps* Driving tips Reference Mobility Switch each lamp on /off with the adjacent button 2. Interior lamps At a glance The interior lamps operate automatically.
Controls 61 Online Edition for approx. 3 seconds. If you want the interior lamps to normal operation. Switching interior lamps on and off manually Press button 1 briefly. Press the button briefly to revert to remain off all the time, press the button for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Reading lamps* Driving tips Reference Mobility Switch each lamp on /off with the adjacent button 2. Interior lamps At a glance The interior lamps operate automatically.
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... a certain time. At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips 1 2 Knurled wheels to closed Slide for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG The system recirculates the air within the vehicle. The manually controlled recirculated-air mode should switch it has become too hot in position . 2. Ventilation...removing condensation Recirculated-air mode If the air outside the car has an unpleasant odor or contains pollutants, temporarily shut off the supply to the interior of air to the windows , to the upper body area and to direct the flow of cool air toward you . 63 Online Edition ...
... a certain time. At a glance Reference Mobility Driving tips 1 2 Knurled wheels to closed Slide for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG The system recirculates the air within the vehicle. The manually controlled recirculated-air mode should switch it has become too hot in position . 2. Ventilation...removing condensation Recirculated-air mode If the air outside the car has an unpleasant odor or contains pollutants, temporarily shut off the supply to the interior of air to the windows , to the upper body area and to direct the flow of cool air toward you . 63 Online Edition ...
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...to AUTO program below. Temperature Set the desired temperature. If you in detail about how to 0. The automatic air distribution remains unchanged. Climate Comfortable interior climate AUTO program 6 offers the ideal air distribution and air flow rate for almost all conditions, refer to the lowest temperature and operates in ... you can only be cooled while the engine is open them for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Defrosting windows and removing condensation Quickly removes ice and condensation from the vents for you obtain a maximum cooling effect as soon as possible...
...to AUTO program below. Temperature Set the desired temperature. If you in detail about how to 0. The automatic air distribution remains unchanged. Climate Comfortable interior climate AUTO program 6 offers the ideal air distribution and air flow rate for almost all conditions, refer to the lowest temperature and operates in ... you can only be cooled while the engine is open them for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Defrosting windows and removing condensation Quickly removes ice and condensation from the vents for you obtain a maximum cooling effect as soon as possible...
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Practical interior accessories Practical interior accessories Glove compartment To open 1. Power supply for your auxiliary device Connection for external audio device* You can connect an external audio device such as a ... the vehicle loudspeakers, connect the device's headphone or line-out connection to the Owner's Manual for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG To close the glove compartment immediately after use.< For playback on the car radio, refer to jack 2. To prevent injury in the event of...
Practical interior accessories Practical interior accessories Glove compartment To open 1. Power supply for your auxiliary device Connection for external audio device* You can connect an external audio device such as a ... the vehicle loudspeakers, connect the device's headphone or line-out connection to the Owner's Manual for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG To close the glove compartment immediately after use.< For playback on the car radio, refer to jack 2. To prevent injury in the event of...
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Do not let the roller-blind cover retract too quickly; Practical interior accessories Connecting electrical appliances In your BMW, you do, they can use electrical devices such as a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner or a similar appliance up to approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Do ... deflector must engage firmly, otherwise it could be removed. If you can endanger the passengers, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG otherwise it into the guides 1 provided on the wind deflector to a minimum, thus providing you with a pleasant drive, even at higher vehicle speeds.< The...
Do not let the roller-blind cover retract too quickly; Practical interior accessories Connecting electrical appliances In your BMW, you do, they can use electrical devices such as a flashlight, car vacuum cleaner or a similar appliance up to approx. 200 watts at 12 volts. Do ... deflector must engage firmly, otherwise it could be removed. If you can endanger the passengers, for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG otherwise it into the guides 1 provided on the wind deflector to a minimum, thus providing you with a pleasant drive, even at higher vehicle speeds.< The...
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...lid/tailgate open: 1. Have the vehicle serviced Have the vehicle serviced regularly to page 62 or 65. As a rule: driving at a BMW center. Roadster: close both windows. On a downhill slope, take your foot off when they have a considerable impact. at a constant speed...the highest applicable gear. Especially in city traffic and in traffic congestions. hay, leaves, grass, etc. Such contact could enter the interior of power and consume additional fuel. You achieve fuel savings even if standing time is closed . 2. Drive defensively Avoid unnecessary acceleration and...
...lid/tailgate open: 1. Have the vehicle serviced Have the vehicle serviced regularly to page 62 or 65. As a rule: driving at a BMW center. Roadster: close both windows. On a downhill slope, take your foot off when they have a considerable impact. at a constant speed...the highest applicable gear. Especially in city traffic and in traffic congestions. hay, leaves, grass, etc. Such contact could enter the interior of power and consume additional fuel. You achieve fuel savings even if standing time is closed . 2. Drive defensively Avoid unnecessary acceleration and...
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... not be carried loose inside the car, since they could be sure that it is opening.< If you stow cargo behind the seats of your BMW: > Only stow light objects such as an optional extra.< Roadster: convertible top compartment With the convertible top closed , fold the convertible top compartment ... stowing your cargo in violation of traffic safety laws. Things to remember when driving To avoid damaging the rear of the backrests or the rear interior trim panel, do not stow heavy cargo or cargo with sharp edges and corners behind a seat may also place you can always operate the...
... not be carried loose inside the car, since they could be sure that it is opening.< If you stow cargo behind the seats of your BMW: > Only stow light objects such as an optional extra.< Roadster: convertible top compartment With the convertible top closed , fold the convertible top compartment ... stowing your cargo in violation of traffic safety laws. Things to remember when driving To avoid damaging the rear of the backrests or the rear interior trim panel, do not stow heavy cargo or cargo with sharp edges and corners behind a seat may also place you can always operate the...
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... door is loose or missing. Remove the cover for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Pull the button. Pull the cargo bay trim panel slightly toward the interior. Avoid lifting the filler nozzle while filling the tank, as this will come on the button slowly and carefully...
... door is loose or missing. Remove the cover for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG Pull the button. Pull the cargo bay trim panel slightly toward the interior. Avoid lifting the filler nozzle while filling the tank, as this will come on the button slowly and carefully...
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...bulbs make an essential contribution to that applied in the separate Caring for changing a particular bulb is not described here, please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to perform yourself or that you do not look directly at right angles to observe any work ...as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Fold in the wiper blade and unhook it audibly engages. Light-emitting diodes LEDs Control elements, display units and other interior equipment in the direction of the retina.< 4. Place the wiper blade in a position at the unfiltered light for Part no. 01 41 0 014...
...bulbs make an essential contribution to that applied in the separate Caring for changing a particular bulb is not described here, please contact your BMW center or a workshop that works according to perform yourself or that you do not look directly at right angles to observe any work ...as Class 1 light-emitting diodes. Fold in the wiper blade and unhook it audibly engages. Light-emitting diodes LEDs Control elements, display units and other interior equipment in the direction of the retina.< 4. Place the wiper blade in a position at the unfiltered light for Part no. 01 41 0 014...
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... inflation pressure 84 Air recirculation, refer to Recirculated-air mode 63, 67 AKI, refer to Fuel specifications 83 Alarm system 23 - avoiding unintentional alarms 24 - interior motion sensor 24 - switching off an alarm 24 - tilt alarm sensor 24 All-season tires, refer to Winter tires 87, 89 Ambient air, refer to... measure 50 Avoiding unintentional alarms 24 Axle loads, refer to Weights 113 116 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG
... inflation pressure 84 Air recirculation, refer to Recirculated-air mode 63, 67 AKI, refer to Fuel specifications 83 Alarm system 23 - avoiding unintentional alarms 24 - interior motion sensor 24 - switching off an alarm 24 - tilt alarm sensor 24 All-season tires, refer to Winter tires 87, 89 Ambient air, refer to... measure 50 Avoiding unintentional alarms 24 Axle loads, refer to Weights 113 116 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 500 - © 08/07 BMW AG
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... 35 High beams 60 - bulb replacement 99 - headlamp flasher 44 - indicator lamp 12 High temperatures 75 Holders for beverages 69 Homepage of BMW 4 Hood 91 Horn 10 Hot exhaust system 75 Hydraulic Brake Assistant, refer to Dynamic Brake Control DBC 51 Hydraulics, brake 95 Hydroplaning 75...Instrument cluster 12 Instrument lighting 60 Instrument panel, refer to Cockpit 10 Instrument panel, refer to Instrument cluster 12 Interior lamps 61 - remote control 19 Interior motion sensor 24 Interior rearview mirror 34 - automatic dimming feature 34 J Jack 101 Jacking points 102 Jets, refer to Ventilation 63...
... 35 High beams 60 - bulb replacement 99 - headlamp flasher 44 - indicator lamp 12 High temperatures 75 Holders for beverages 69 Homepage of BMW 4 Hood 91 Horn 10 Hot exhaust system 75 Hydraulic Brake Assistant, refer to Dynamic Brake Control DBC 51 Hydraulics, brake 95 Hydroplaning 75...Instrument cluster 12 Instrument lighting 60 Instrument panel, refer to Cockpit 10 Instrument panel, refer to Instrument cluster 12 Interior lamps 61 - remote control 19 Interior motion sensor 24 Interior rearview mirror 34 - automatic dimming feature 34 J Jack 101 Jacking points 102 Jets, refer to Ventilation 63...