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Ownerās Manual for the vehicle.
With a quick reference guide
for your convenience.
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318i
318is
323i
Sedan 323is
Coupe 328i
Convertible 328is
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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.
Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and
security when you drive it. Therefore, we have this request:
Please take the time to read this Ownerās Manual and familiarize yourself with the
information that we have compiled for you before starting oļ¬ in your new car. It con-
tains important data and instructions intended to assist you in extracting maximum use
and satisfaction from your BMWās unique range of technical features. The manual also
contains information on care and maintenance designed to enhance operating safety
and contribute to maintaining your BMWās value throughout an extended service life.
This Ownerās Manual should be regarded as a permanent part of the vehicle. When the
vehicle is sold, the manual should remain in the car to furnish the next owner with a
source of important information on operation, safety and maintenance procedures.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information booklet
(US models only). We recommend that you read this publication carefully.
Your BMW is covered by the following warranties:
ĆNew Vehicle Limited Warranty
ĆLimited Rust Perforation Warranty
ĆFederal Emissions System Defect Warranty
ĆFederal Emissions Performance Warranty
ĆCalifornia Emission Control System Limited Warranty
Detailed information on these warranties is contained in the Service and Warranty
Information booklet.
We wish you many miles of driving pleasure and satisfaction.
BMW AG
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Notes on the Owner's Manual
We have made every eļ¬ort to ensure
that you are able to ļ¬nd what you need
in this Owner's Manual as quickly as
possible. The fastest way to ļ¬nd certain
topics is by using the detailed index at
the end. If you require an initial over-
view of your vehicle, this can be found
in the ļ¬rst chapter. The detailed table of
contents immediately following the
index is intended to arouse your curios-
ity about your BMW and stimulate you
to read about it.
If at some time you wish to sell your
BMW, remember to leave the Owner's
Manual with the vehicle; consider it part
of the vehicle.
Should you have any further questions,
your BMW Retailer will be glad to assist
at any time.
Symbols used
aindicates notes you should deļ¬-
nitely read ā for the sake of your own
safety and the safety of others, and to
avoid damages to your BMW.c
bindicates notes that alert you to
speciļ¬c features of your vehicle.c
Aspecial information on recycling.c
c indicates the end of a block of infor-
mation.
* indicates special equipment, country-
speciļ¬c equipment and optional extras.
The individual vehicle
In buying your BMW, you have de-
cided in favor of a model with individu-
alized equipment and ļ¬ttings. This
Owner's Manual describes all models
and equipment that BMW oļ¬ers within
the same vehicle range.
We hope you will understand that this
manual describes equipment and fea-
tures which you might not have chosen
for your vehicle. You can easily recog-
nize any diļ¬erences, as all optional
accessories are marked with an
asterisk *.
If your BMW features equipment which
is not described in this Owner's Manual
(e.g., car radio or telephone), (Supple-
mentary) Owner's Manuals are
enclosed. We ask you to read these
manuals, too.
indicates that you should study
the relevant section of this Owner's
Manual in connection with a particular
part or assembly.
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Status when going to press
BMW pursues a policy of continuous,
ongoing development that is conceived
to ensure that our vehicles continue to
embody the highest quality standards
combined with advanced, state-of-the-
art technology. For this reason, it is
possible that the features described in
this Ownerās Manual could diļ¬er from
those on your vehicle. We are unable to
completely eliminate the possibility that
errors might have occurred. We there-
fore ask you to accept that no claims of
a legal nature involving the speciļ¬ca-
tions, illustrations and descriptions can
be considered.
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For your own safety
aUse unleaded gasoline only.
Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol or
other oxygenates with up to 2.8% ox-
ygen by weight (i.e. 15% MTBE or
3% methanol plus an equivalent
amount of co-solvent) will not void the
applicable warranties with respect to
defects in materials or workmanship.
Field experience has indicated signiļ¬-
cant diļ¬erences in fuel quality (i.e.,
volatility, composition, additives, etc.)
among gasolines oļ¬ered for sale in the
United States and Canada. The use of
poor-quality fuels may result in driving,
starting and stalling problems espe-
cially under certain environmental
conditions, such as high ambient tem-
perature and high altitude.
Should you encounter problems while
driving that you suspect could be
related to the fuel you are using,
we recommend that you respond
by switching to a recognized high-
quality brand.
Failure to comply with these recom-
mendations may result in unscheduled
maintenance. Follow the relevant
safety rules when you are handling
gasoline.c
a
Important safety information!
For your own safety, use genuine
parts and accessories approved by
BMW.
When you purchase accessories
tested and approved by BMW and
Original BMW Parts, you simulta-
neously acquire the assurance that
they have been thoroughly tested by
BMW to ensure optimum performance
when installed on your vehicle.
BMW warrants these parts to be free
from defects in material and work-
manship.
BMW will not accept any liability for
damage resulting from installation of
parts and accessories not approved
by BMW.
BMW cannot test every product from
other manufacturers to verify if it can
be used on a BMW safely and without
risk to either the vehicle, its operation,
or its occupants.
Original BMW Parts, BMW Accesso-
ries and other products approved by
BMW, together with professional
advice on using these items, are avail-
able from all BMW Retailers.
Installation and operation of non-BMW
approved accessories such as alarms,
radios, ampliļ¬ers, radar detectors,
wheels, suspension components,
brake dust shields, telephones
(including operation of any portable
cellular phone from within the vehicle
without using an externally mounted
antenna) or transceiver equipment
(e.g., C.B., walkie-talkie, ham radio or
similar) may cause extensive damage
to the vehicle, compromise its safety,
interfere with the vehicleās electrical
system or aļ¬ect the validity of the
BMW Limited Warranty.
See your authorized BMW Retailer for
additional information.
Do not use key or remote control to
lock doors or luggage compartment
with anyone inside the car.
"Maintenance, replacement or repair
of the emission control devices and
systems may be performed by any
automotive repair establishment or
individual using any certiļ¬ed automo-
tive part."c
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The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should
immediately inform the National Highway Traļ¬c Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of
North America, Inc., P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone (201) 307-4000.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it ļ¬nds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi-
vidual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in
Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, DC 20590. You can
also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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At a glance
Controls and features
Care and maintenance
Advanced technology
Technical data
Owner service procedure
At a glanceControlsCar careRepairsTechnicalDataIndex
Index
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At a glance
Controls and features
Cockpit 16
Instrument cluster 18
Indicator and warning
lamps 20
Hazard warning system 22
Hazard warning triangle 22
First-aid kit 22
Refueling 23
Fuel speciļ¬cation 23
CARB OBD II interface 24
Tire inļ¬ation pressures 25
Locks and security systems:
Keys 30
Electronic immobilizing device 35
Doors 31
Trunk lid 33
Luggage compartment 34
Power windows 35
Sliding/tilt sunroof 36
Convertible top operation 37
Adjustments:
Seats 43
Steering wheel 45
Mirrors 46
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 47
Child restraint system 48
Installing child seats 49
Airbags 50
Child-safety locks 52
Rollover protection system ā
convertible 52
Driving:
Steering/ignition lock 54
Starting the engine 54
Switching oļ¬ the engine 55
Parking brake 56
Manual transmission 57
Automatic transmission 58
Turn signals/high beam 60
Wiper/washer system 61
Cruise control 62
Everything under control:
Odometer 63
Tachometer 63
Energy control 63
Fuel gauge 64
Coolant temperature gauge 64
Service Interval Display 64
Multi-Information Display (MID) 66
Outside temperature display
and digital clock 68
Check Control 71
Check Control with outside
temperature display and
digital clock 74
Onboard computer 77
Technology for driving comfort
and safety:
Automatic stability control
plus traction (ASC+T) 84
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Contents
Controls and features
Care and maintenance
Lamps:
Parking lamps/low beams 85
Instrument panel lighting 85
Foglamps 86
Interior lamps 86
Reading lamps 86
An inviting climate:
Heated seats 87
Independent ventilation
system 87
Automatic climate control 88
Cabin convenience:
BMW Hi-Fi System 93
Glove compartment 93
Ashtray 94
Coin box, cup holder 94
Cigarette lighter 94
Center arm rest, rear 95
Through-loading system 95
Ski bag 95
Cargo loading 98
Special operating instructions:
Break-in procedures 100
Driving notes 100
Catalytic converter 102
Antilock Brake System
(ABS) 103
Disc brakes 104
Brake system 105
Winter driving 105
Roof-mounted luggage rack 107
Radio reception 108
Mobile phones 108
Hardtop ā Convertible 109
Technical modiļ¬cations
to the vehicle 110
Wheels and tires:
Tire inļ¬ation pressures 111
Tire tread 111
Tire replacement 112
Interaxle tire changes 112
The right choice 113
Winter tires 114
Approved wheels and tires 115
Under the hood:
Hood 118
Engine compartment 120
Washer ļ¬uids 124
Engine oil 124
Coolant 127
Brake ļ¬uid 128
Power steering ļ¬uid 128
Vehicle Identiļ¬cation Number 129
Care and maintenance:
The BMW Maintenance
System 130
Caring for your car 131
Cleaning and care
of the convertible top 136
Vehicle storage 137
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Advanced technology
Technical data
Replacement procedures:
Onboard tool kit 140
Windshield wiper blades 140
Lamps and bulbs 141
Master key with
battery lamp 145
Changing tires 146
Battery 149
Fuses 151
In case of electrical
malfunction:
Fuel ļ¬ller door 152
Sliding/tilt sunroof 152
Assistance, giving and receiving:
Jump-starting 153
Towing the vehicle 154
Towing 154
Airbags 156
Automatic Stability Control
plus Traction (ASC+T) 156
Radio reception 157
Safety belt tensioner 157
Engine specifications 160
Dimensions 161
Weights 163
Capacities 166
Electrical system 167
Drive belts 167
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Everything from A to Z 172
Owner service procedures
from A to Z 174
Index
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At a glance
Controls and features
Care and maintenance
Advanced technology
Technical data
Owner service procedure
Index
At a glanceControlsCar careRepairsTechnicalDataIndex
Cockpit 16
Instrument cluster 18
Indicator and warning lamps 20
Hazard warning system 22
Hazard warning triangle 22
First-aid kit 22
Refueling 23
Fuel specification 23
CARB OBD II interface 24
Tire inflation pressures 25
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A
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1 Lamp switch 85
2 Foglamps 86
3 Horn, entire surface
4 Wiper/washer lever 61
5 Rear window defroster 91
6 Hazard warning system 22
7 Automatic cruise control* 62
8 Adjust steering wheel* 45
9 Turn signals, high beam headlamps
and headlamp flasher 60
10 Engine hood unlocking device 118
Cockpit
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1 Fuel gauge with low-fuel
warning lamp 64
2 Indicator lamp for turn signals 20
3 Speedometer
4 Indicator and warning lamps for
dBattery charge current 20
dHigh beams 20
dEngine oil pressure 20
5 Tachometer 63
Energy control 63
6 Coolant temperature gauge 64
7 Indicator and warning lamps for
dBrake pad wear 20
dBrake system hydraulics 21
dParking brake 21
dAirbag 50
8 Indicator lamp for ASC+T 20
9 Indicator and warning lamps for
dAutomatic transmission* 20
dWarning lamp for Check Control *
71
dPlease fasten seat belts* 21
dABS 20
10 Trip odometer 63
11 Service Interval Display 64
12 Odometer 63
13 Indicator lamps for
dFoglamps* 20
dEmissions-related systems
indicator 21
dRollover protection system* 21
14 Trip odometer reset button 63
Instrument cluster
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Turn signal left/right, green
k
Flashes when the turn signals
are in operation.
Battery charge current, red
vGoes out after the engine has
started.
If the lamp comes on during
normal vehicle operation:
The battery is no longer being charged.
Indicates a defect in the generator drive
belt or the charging circuit.
aIf the V-belt is defective, do not run
the coolant pump; overheating and
potential engine damage would result.
Contact your BMW Retailer. c
High beam, blue
lLights up when the high beams
are switched on or the head-
lamp flashers are activated.
Engine oil pressure, red
w
Goes out after the engine has
started. May come on briefly at
idle when the engine is hot,
but must go out again at higher engine
speed.
If the lamp comes on during normal vehi-
cle operation: stop vehicle and switch off
engine immediately. Check engine oil
level; if necessary, add oil. If oil level is
correct: contact your BMW Retailer.
Foglamps*, green
tLights up whenever you switch
on the foglamps.
Airbags, red
pThis lamp turns on for an oper-
ational check when you turn the
ignition key to position 1. If, at
the operation check, it does not go on,
or goes on while driving, have it checked
at your BMW Retailer.
Additional notes: Page 50
Automatic transmission , yellow*
OGoes out after the engine has
started.
Additional notes: Page 58
ASC+T (Automatic Stability
Control plus Traction), yellow
s
Goes out shortly after the igni-
tion is switched on:
System OK.
Additional notes: Page 84
ABS (Antilock Brake System),
yellow
oGoes out after the engine has
started. If the lamp comes on
during normal vehicle opera-
tion: ABS has been deactivated in
response to a system malfunction. Con-
ventional braking force remains unim-
paired.
Additional notes: Page 103
Brake pad wear, yellow
#Lights up when starter is actu-
ated and goes out when the
engine is started.
If the lamp comes on during normal
vehicle operation: replace brake pads
immediately.
aUse only original BMW-approved
brake pads otherwise the vehicle
authorization is no longer valid.c
Indicator and warning lamps
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Brake hydraulics, red
n
Goes out after the engine has
started.
If the lamp comes on during
normal vehicle operation: low brake
fluid. Additional notes: Page 128
Parking brake, red
mGoes out after the engine has
started. Comes on when you
engage the parking brake.
Additional notes: Page 56
Emissions-related systems
YLamp goes out once engine
starts.
If this indicator lamp lights up
during normal vehicle operation, either
continuously or intermittently, this indi-
cates a fault in one of the emissions-
related electronic circuits. Although the
vehicle remains operational, you should
have the systems checked by a BMW
Retailer at the earliest possible opportu-
nity.
Please fasten safety belts , red*
q
(With acoustic signal if the
driverās belt is not buckled).
Lights up brieļ¬y when the
ignition key is turned, and then goes out
(in some models it goes out after you
fasten safety belts).
BMW Convertible
Rollover Protection System
*,
yellow
;Goes out shortly after the igni-
tion is switched on:
System OK.
Indicator and warning lamps
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The button ļ¬ashes intermittently when
the hazard warning lamps are on.
The button is also illuminated whenever
the vehicle lighting is switched on.
The warning triangle can be stored in
the luggage compartment in a storage
shelf at the right for convenient access.
aComply with legal requirements
concerning the need to carry a warning
triangle in the car.c
On the right in the luggage compart-
ment, on a shelf.
aSome of the items in the ļ¬rst-aid
kit are suitable for use for a limited
period only. Therefore you should regu-
larly check the contents and replace
defective articles. These are available in
any pharmacy.
Comply with legal requirements con-
cerning the need to carry a ļ¬rst-aid kit in
the car.c
360de040
Hazard warning system Hazard warning triangle First aid kit* *
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Refueling Fuel speciļ¬cation
To unlock the ļ¬ller door in the event of a
central locking system failure, refer to
page .152
aWhen handling fuel, comply with
the safety regulations displayed by gas
stations.c
Unleaded gasoline only.
Minimum octane requirement: 89 AKI
BMW engines are equipped with knock
sensors and automatically adapt to op-
erate with fuels of diļ¬erent octane rat-
ings, as long as the minimum octane
requirement is met.
Higher octane fuels will provide in-
creased performance and fuel econ-
omy, while the use of gasoline with a
lower octane rating will have an adverse
effect.
aNever use leaded fuel, as it would
cause permanent damage to both the
catalytic converter and the engine-man-
agement systemās oxygen sensors.c
AKI = Anti Knock Index
360de010
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The OBD II interface (data link connec-
tor) is located beneath a cover panel
(with the letters "OBD") near the foot
support in the driverās side footwell
(arrow).
360us301
CARB OBD II interface
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BCBC C $BCBC + /
Tire inļ¬ation pressures
If the driver's door is open, the inļ¬a-
tion pressures are also visible on the
door pillar. Inļ¬ation pressures are
indicated in psi (bar) with tires cold
(ambient temperature).
The inļ¬ation pressures apply to tires
from BMW-approved manufacturers;
your BMW Retailer will provide you
with this information. Higher pres-
sures may be required for tires from
other manufacturers.
aPeriodically check the inļ¬ation
pressure ā also of the spare tire ā at
least twice each month and before
setting out on an extended trip. Failing
this, incorrect tire pressure may ren-
der the car unstable or cause tire
damage resulting in an accident.c
Sedan models
BMW
model
Tire sizes
Inļ¬ation pressures are
indicated in psi (bar)
318i
185/65 R 15 88 Q, T M+S
185/65 R 15 88 T
29
(2.0)
35
(2.4)
36
(2.5)
44
(3.0)
205/60 R 15 91 H
225/55 R 15 92 V
225/50 ZR 16
205/60 R 15 91 Q, H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S
29
(2.2)
32
(2.2)
32
(2.2)
39
(2.7)
328i
205/60 R 15 91 H
225/50 ZR 16
205/60 R 15 91 Q, H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S
29
(2.0)
33
(2.3)
33
(2.3)
41
(2.8)
See next page for additional models
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BCBC C $BCBC + /
Tire inļ¬ation pressures (cont.) Coupe models
BMW
model
Tire sizes
Inļ¬ation pressures are
indicated in psi (bar)
318is
323is
205/60 R 15 91 H
225/55 R 15 92 V
225/50 ZR 16
205/60 R 15 91 Q, H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S
29
(2.0)
32
(2.2)
32
(2.2)
39
(2.7)
185/65 R 15 88 Q M+S 29
(2.0)
35
(2.4)
36
(2.5)
44
(3.0)
328is
205/60 R 15 91 H
225/50 ZR 16
205/60 R 15 91 Q, H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S
29
(2.0)
33
(2.3)
33
(2.3)
41
(2.8)
See next page for additional models
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BCBC $BC-+
max.
Tire inļ¬ation pressures (cont.) Convertible models
BMW
model
Tire sizes
Inļ¬ation pressures are
indicated in psi (bar)
318i
323i
205/60 R 15 91 H
225/55 R 15 92 V
225/50 ZR 16
205/60 R 15 91 Q, H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S
29
(2.0)
32
(2.2)
32
(2.2)
39
(2.7)
328i
205/60 R 15 91 H
225/50 ZR 16
205/60 R 15 91 Q, H M+S
225/50 R 16 92 Q M+S
29
(2.0)
33
(2.3)
33
(2.3)
41
(2.8)
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Locks and security systems:
Keys 30
Electronic vehicle immobilizer 30
Doors 31
Luggage compartment lid 33
Luggage compartment 34
Power windows 35
Sliding/tilt sunroof 36
Convertible top operation 37
Adjustments:
Seats 43
Steering wheel 45
Mirrors 46
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 47
Child restraint system 48
Installing child seats 49
Airbags 50
Child-safety locks 52
Rollover protection system ā
convertible 52
Driving:
Steering/ignition lock 54
Starting the engine 54
Switching oļ¬ the engine 55
Parking brake 56
Manual transmission 57
Automatic transmission 58
Turn signals/high beam 60
Wiper/washer system 61
Cruise control 62
Everything under control:
Odometer 63
Tachometer 63
Energy control 63
Fuel gauge 64
Coolant temperature gauge 64
Service Interval Display 64
Multi-Information Display (MID) 66
Outside temperature display
and digital clock 68
Check Control 71
Check Control with outside
temperature display and
digital clock 74
Onboard computer 77
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Technology for driving comfort
and safety:
Automatic Stability Control
plus Traction (ASC+T) 84
Lamps:
Headlamp switch 85
Instrument panel lighting 85
Foglamps 86
Interior lamps 86
Reading lamps 86
An inviting climate:
Heated seats 87
Independent ventilation
system 87
Automatic climate control 88
Cabin convenience:
BMW Hi-Fi System 93
Glove compartment 93
Ashtray 94
Coin box, cup holder 94
Cigarette lighter 94
Center arm rest, rear 95
Through-loading system 95
Ski bag 95
Cargo loading 98
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1 Master key with battery-powered
lamp (switch on by pressing the BMW
symbol).
2 Master key without lamp.
3 Spare key to be kept in a safe place
e.g. in your wallet. This key is not
intended for continuous use.
4 Door and ignition key
This key does not operate the locks
for the glove compartment and the
luggage compartment. This is useful
e.g. at a hotel.
The electronic vehicle immobilization
unit increases the anti-theft protection
of your BMW ā without additional
adjustment or activation of systems.
This electronic immobilization system is
designed to reduce the susceptibility of
the vehicle to theft by making it impos-
sible to start the engine using any
means other than the special keys fur-
nished with the vehicle.
The system features an electronic chip
integrated within the key as a supple-
ment to the conventional mechanical
locking system.
The lock mechanism itself is actually a
dual-function device, simultaneously
serving as a communications interface
designed to allow the car security sys-
tem to maintain a continuous stream of
variable, vehicle-speciļ¬c signals with
the electronic circuitry in the key. The
ignition, the ļ¬ow of fuel and the starter
are enabled only after the key has been
recognized as "authorized".
bExternal force can damage the
electronic circuitry integrated in the key.
Such a key can no longer be used to
start the engine.c
Replacement of a key
Replacement keys are available exclu-
sively through your authorized BMW
Retailer, who is also under obligation to
request veriļ¬cation of vehicle owner-
ship before issuing a substitute key.
Your BMW Retailer can also cancel or
restore the electronic system authoriza-
tion for individual keys (e.g., if a key is
lost). A deactivated key can no longer
be used to start the engine.
For US owners only
The transmitter and receiver units com-
ply with Part 15 of the FCC (Federal
Communication Commission) Regula-
tions. Operation is governed by the fol-
lowing:
FCC ID: LXBEWS
As deļ¬ned in the regulations, such a
device is not to emit signiļ¬cant interfer-
ence and must also be shielded against
interference from external sources to
prevent unauthorized or inadvertent
activation.
aAny unauthorized modiļ¬cations
or changes to these devices could void
the userās authority to operate this
equipment.c
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Operating central locking system
from outside the vehicle
When the front doors are closed, the
activation of a door lock or of the lug-
gage compartment lock with a key
unlocks or locks the following:
dDoors
dLuggage compartment
dFuel ļ¬ller door
dBMW Convertible: the glove com-
partment.
The double-lock system is engaged at
the same time. Both the door locks and
release handles remain locked.
aNever use the keys or the remote
control* to lock an occupied vehicle, as
it would then be impossible to unlock it
from inside.c
Convenience closing* for power win-
dows and sliding/tilt sunroof: after clos-
ing the doors, hold the key in the lock
position to close the windows and slid-
ing/tilt sunroof. The windows/sunroof
stop moving immediately when you
release the key. To be able to keep the
closing system in view, convenience
closing can only be activated via the
driver's door lock for safety reasons,
even on vehicles with remote control.
Emergency lock operation
(in the event of electrical failure)
Turn the key to the end positions of the
door lock to unlock/lock the respective
door.
Activating the central locking
system from inside the vehicle
Pressing the lock button of a front door
unlocks/locks the doors and luggage
compartment, but does not arm the
alarm system.
bIf the vehicle is locked from the
inside with this lock button, the fuel
ļ¬ller door remains unlocked to allow
refueling. On the BMW Convertible, the
glove compartment also remains un-
locked to allow for its use.
It is also possible to unlock the car from
the inside by pulling on one of the front
door handles.c
To preclude accidental locking of the
vehicle
dit can not be locked with the lock
button when the driver's door is open
dthe safety button of the passenger
door activates the central locking
system only when both front doors
are locked.
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aChildren can lock the doors from
inside. Therefore, you should always
remove the key and take it with you to
ensure that you can unlock the car from
the outside at all times.c
In an accident, the central locking sys-
tem automatically unlocks the doors
and the interior lamps switch on.
Depending on the version, the hazard
warning ļ¬ashers are also activated.
aAvoid using the inside lock buttons
to lock the rear doors while driving, as
these doors would then fail to unlock au-
tomatically in the event of an accident.c
Opening doors from the inside
Pull interior door handle of a front door
twice in succession (the initial pull
unlocks the door, the second opens it).
Central locking system button
This button operates the central locking
system when the driverās door is
closed. It unlocks the doors and lug-
gage compartment, but does not arm
the alarm system.
The fuel ļ¬ller door remains unlocked to
allow refueling.
The picture shows, as an example, the
shift arrangement for the BMW sedan.
Opening doors from the outside
Lift the handle.
Automatic window lowering
(BMW Coupe, Convertible)
aThe door windows are lowered
somewhat when the doors are opened
and then are raised again immediately
after the doors are locked. This makes it
easier to open the doors, prevents the
rubber door seals from being damaged
and ensures proper seating of the
windows in the rubber door seals after
closing.c
Driver's door lock heating*
Lift the handle of the driver's door for
approx. 3 seconds: the heating
switches on. The switch-on time is
automatically controlled to save power.
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The lock actuation is only possible with
a master key.
Central locking system
To engage locks
To lock the luggage compartment
separately
The luggage compartment lid is locked
and disconnected from the central lock-
ing system. The luggage compartment
lid then remains locked when the cen-
tral locking system is unlocked with a
door lock or the lock knobs.
Access to the luggage compartment lid
is thus prevented when leaving the door
and ignition key with others (refer to
page 30); this is useful e.g., at a hotel.
To unlock car
Emergency lock operation
(in the event of electrical failure)
Turn the master key to the left as far as
possible: the luggage compartment lid
is unlocked.
After closing, the luggage compartment
lid must be locked again separately.
The luggage compartment lamp
is on when the luggage compartment
lid is open.
=Turn to the right: The luggage
compartment lid and - if the
front doors are closed - the
doors are locked and the alarm system
is armed.
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until the slot is horizontal, then
extract the key from the lock.
<Turn to the left: the luggage
compartment lid and the doors
are unlocked.
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To close
The handle recess (arrow) makes it eas-
ier to pull down the luggage compart-
ment lid.
aDo not drive with the luggage lid
open, as exhaust fumes could be drawn
into the interior of the vehicle. Should it
be absolutely necessary to operate the
vehicle with the luggage lid open:
dRaise all windows and shut the slid-
ing/tilt sunroof
dMaximize the air volume of the air
conditioning, refer to page 88.c
Luggage straps
Attach the straps to the ļ¬oor of the lug-
gage compartment to secure smaller
suitcases.
The luggage straps prevent objects
placed on them from slipping.
The ļ¬ttings at the corners of the lug-
gage compartment provide you with a
convenient means of attaching luggage
nets* and ļ¬exible straps for securing
suitcases and luggage.
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Operational from ignition key posi-
tion 1.
dDepress the rocker switch until you
feel resistance:
The window continues to move as
long as the rocker switch is pressed.
dBriefly press the rocker switch to just
beyond the pressure point (one-
touch mode):
The window moves automatically.
Press and let go again to stop move-
ment.
The one-touch mode can be used to
open and close the front windows and
to open the rear windows *.
On vehicles equipped with front and
rear * power windows:
There are separate switches located
below the rear windows (except on the
BMW Convertible).
Safety switch *(arrow)
In this way the actuation of the windows
by means of rear switches, e.g., by chil-
dren, can be prevented.
aAlways keep the safety switch
(arrow) in the depressed position when
children ride in the rear seat.
Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle.c
After the ignition is switched off, the
windows remain operational
dwith the ignition key at position 1 and
0, or removed, or
dwhen the front doors are open (max.
15 minutes) or until the front doors
are opened for the ļrst time.
Convenience mode
After closing the doors, hold the key in
the lock position:
Any windows still open will close.
aCareless and inattentive closing of
the windows can lead to injuries.c
Safety feature
If one of the windows encounters resis-
tance while closing, it will respond by
halting and then opening somewhat
again.
You can deactivate this protective func-
tion, (e.g., in case of unauthorized intru-
sion into the vehicle) by pressing the
switch beyond its pressure point and
holding it there.
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Pressing and holding down the center
button opens or closes all four side win-
dows simultaneously.
During opening, briefly press the rocker
switch to just beyond the pressure
point (one-touch mode): the side win-
dows move automatically. Press briefly
and let go again to stop movement.
Operate in ignition key position 2.
Open and lower
Press recessed button (1) until pressure
point is reached.
Close and raise
Press raised button (2) until pressure
point is reached.
At transition from closing to raising and
vice-versa: system off.
One-touch mode
(only open/raise)
Briefly press the respective button
beyond the pressure point.
The sliding/tilt sunroof moves automati-
cally. Briefly press the button a second
time to stop the sunroof.
bDuring raising, the headliner also
retracts a few inches.c
In the event of an electrical malfunc-
tion, you can also operate the sliding/tilt
sunroof manually, refer to page 152.
After the ignition is switched off, the
windows remain operational
dwith the ignition key at position 1 and
0, or removed, or
dwhen the front doors are open (max.
15 minutes) or until the front doors
are opened for the ļrst time.
Convenient closure*
After closing the doors, hold the key in
the lock position: the still-open sunroof
is closed.
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aCareless closing can lead to inju-
ries.
Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the vehicle.c
To avoid unpleasant drafts and pres-
sure variations within the passenger
compartment, you should keep the inte-
rior ventilation outlets open when the
sunroof is open and particularly when it
is raised, and select a higher blower
speed as required.
Manual convertible top
operation
The fabric top offers perfect weather
protection and can be opened and
closed simply and quickly by one
person.
Here are a few tips to ensure that you
have a lot of pleasure with your con-
vertible: It is advisable to close the top
when the vehicle is parked. The closed
convertible top not only protects the
passenger compartment from unfore-
seeable damage from the weather, it
also provides a certain degree of theft
protection.
Even with the top closed, it is always
advisable to keep valuables locked in
the luggage compartment.
Do not mount roof racks on the convert-
ible top.
Please contact your BMW Retailer for
suitable mounting equipment and other
accessories.
aWhen closing the power windows
while driving: always close the rear win-
dows first or all four windows simulta-
neously, otherwise the windows may
not seal tightly at higher speeds.c
Opening convertible top
Fold out the unlocking handle and turn
it to the end stop. Raise (relax) the top
approx. 8 in (20 cm).
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Unlock the convertible top storage
compartment with the handle in the rear
left side panel.
bFrom ignition key position 1 or with
the door open: If the side windows are
closed, they move downward slightly
when the convertible top compartment
unlocking handle is operated.c
aTo prevent damage, it is not possi-
ble to unlock the convertible top com-
partment with the luggage compartment
open.c
Position the rear convertible top bow
vertically and hold in place. Raise the
convertible top compartment lid some-
what and unlock the catch lock by
pushing it to the right. Open the con-
vertible top compartment lid com-
pletely.
Lay the rear convertible top bow in the
convertible top compartment. Lift the
top at the front and also lay down
towards the rear.
In the process, make sure the rear win-
dow is laid down evenly and free of
folds. To prevent the rear window from
being scratched, a soft cloth should be
laid in the window fold.
Close the convertible top compartment
lid by pressing down on both sides until
they are heard to engage securely.
When the convertible top compartment
lid is closed, the central locking system
is automatically unlocked, i.e., the lug-
gage compartment is no longer locked
and can be opened again.
aIf the convertible top compartment
lid is not properly closed, the luggage
compartment can not be opened to pre-
vent damage.
To prevent damage to the convertible
top due to the permanent presence of
moisture, never fold down the top while
wet (also refer to "Car care" starting on
page 136).c
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Closing convertible top
Move ignition key into position 1.
Unlock and open the convertible top
storage compartment. Lift out the top
by the side guide piece and the front
top frame.
bFrom ignition key position 1 or with
the door open: If the side windows are
closed, they move downward slightly
when the convertible top compartment
unlocking handle is operated. Move the
side windows into the desired position
or close them after closing the convert-
ible top.c
Position the rear top bow vertically.
Close the convertible top compartment
lid by pressing down on both sides until
they are heard to engage securely. Fold
down the top bow.
When the convertible top compartment
lid is closed, the central locking system
is automatically unlocked, i.e., the lug-
gage compartment is no longer locked
and can be opened again.
Pull the convertible top frame onto the
windshield frame with the locking han-
dle and lock the top by turning the han-
dle until it is heard to engage.
The rear convertible top bow is auto-
matically pressed onto the convertible
top compartment lid and closes water-
tight under tension.
bIf the convertible top or the rear
window begins to flutter at high speeds,
increase the air intake via the ventilation
control to prevent a vacuum from
resulting in the passenger compart-
ment.c
Fully automatic convertible top
operation *
The fully automatic convertible top per-
fectly combines extremely simple, com-
fortable operation with reliable protec-
tion from the elements. Here are a few
tips to ensure that you have years of
pleasure with your convertible:
It is advisable to close the top when the
vehicle is parked. The closed top not
only protects the passenger compart-
ment from unforeseen weather-related
damage, it also provides a certain
degree of theft protection. Even with
the top closed, it is always advisable to
keep valuables locked in the luggage
compartment.
Do not mount roof racks on the convert-
ible top. Please contact your BMW
Retailer for suitable mounting equip-
ment and other accessories.
To prevent damage, do not operate the
top at temperatures below 32 F (05 6).
To protect the battery, it is advisable to
operate the top with the engine running
when possible.
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aThe convertible top operates fully
automatically. Assistance with your
hand is necessary only as an exception
(refer to the note, next column).
Only operate the convertible top with
the vehicle stopped and do not drive off
during operation, as otherwise the pro-
cess will be interrupted. A half-opened
top can cause damage or injuries.
Remove foreign objects from the wind-
shield frame before closing the convert-
ible top, since these may prevent the top
from closing.
Do not lay objects on the convertible
top. They would fall off during top oper-
ation and cause damage or injuries.
When closing the power side windows
during driving, always close the rear
windows first or all four windows simul-
taneously, as otherwise the windows
may not seal tightly at higher speeds.c
aDo not reach into the convertible
top mechanism during opening and
closing. Keep children away from the
swiveling area of the convertible top
during operation.
Releasing the operating button for the
top immediately interrupts the automat-
ic movement. Movement can be contin-
ued in the desired direction by pressing
the appropriate button.c
bIf the convertible top has been
stored in the convertible top compart-
ment for a longer period, e.g., in the
winter when the hardtop is used, it may
be necessary to support the first auto-
matic closing operation by hand:
Should the top come to a stop shortly
before the end of the closing phase (still
open approx. 8 in/20 cm), reach into the
handle depression in the center of the
front convertible top frame and briefly
support the closing process while
pressing the button until it is automati-
cally continued.c
Opening and closing
1 To open
2 To close
Press the convertible top operating but-
ton until the opening or closing process
is completed.
The indicator lamp (arrow) lights up
continuously during convertible top
operation. The indicator lamp flashes
after releasing the button if the opening
or closing process is not yet completed.
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bThe luggage compartment can not
be opened during convertible top oper-
ation.
The side windows move down slightly
when the convertible top operating but-
ton is pressed; if you continue to press
the button after the indicator lamp goes
out, they move up again as soon as the
opening process is completed.c
aThe side windows must be low-
ered slightly during convertible top op-
eration. If the convertible top operation
is interrupted, do not close the side win-
dows with the power window switches.
If the opening or closing process is in-
terrupted, it may not be possible to open
the luggage compartment.
To prevent damage from continuous
dampness, never fold down the convert-
ible top when wet.c
Convenience closing with the
driver's door lock
Hold the key in the "lock" position with
the door closed.
The windows/sunroof stop moving
immediately when you release the key.
bAt higher speeds, low air pressure
in the passenger compartment can
cause the convertible top or the rear
window to begin to flutter. Increase the
air intake via the ventilation control to
prevent low pressure from resulting in
the passenger compartment.c
Closing convertible top manually
when electrical operation fails
bManual closing is best carried out
from outside the vehicle with the driver's
door open and the driver's seat folded
forward. The rear seat bench must not
be occupied while doing so.c
1 Raise the left rear seat. Pull out the
strap until resistance is felt. Now con-
tinue to pull ļrmly (two audible clicks)
to disengage the drives for the con-
vertible top and convertible top com-
partment lid.
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2 Open the convertible top compart-
ment lid up to the stop with the lug-
gage compartment closed.
3 Grasp the convertible top on the lat-
eral guide section and on the front
soft-top frame and lift it out (arrow).
Position the rear convertible top bow
vertically and close the convertible
top compartment lid. Now fold down
the rear convertible top bow.
4 Place a screwdriver at the middle of
the cover on the front convertible top
frame, and pry it out of its recess.
5 Using the doubly bent allen key from
the onboard tool kit, place it in the
internal hexagon (arrrow).
6 The closing process is continued by
turning to the left; turn until the front
convertible top frame is locked to the
windshield frame. The rear convertible
top frame is automatically pressed
onto the convertible top compartment
lid and closes watertight under ten-
sion.
To eliminate the malfunction and re-
engage the drives, please see your
BMW Retailer.
aNever open the convertible top
manually in case of an electrical mal-
function. The convertible top compart-
ment lid can not be locked and would
open during driving.c
bPlease follow the instructions for
cleaning and care of the convertible top
in your Ownerās manual from page 136.c
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Longitudinal adjustment
Pull lever 1 and slide seat into desired
position.
After releasing the lever, make sure that
the locking device engages properly.
Height adjustment
Pull lever 2 and load or relieve seat as
required.
Backrest angle
Pull lever and load or relieve as required.
bYou can reduce the load on your
spinal column by sitting all the way
back in the seat with your back pressed
firmly against the backrest.
Ideal sitting posture is achieved with
your head extending from your spine in
a straight line.
For long-distance driving, you may wish
to increase the backrest angle slightly
to reduce muscular tension. Please
remember that you should always
remain able grasp the entire periphery
of the steering wheel without straight-
ening your arms.c
Front headrests
Adjust height by pulling out or pushing
in.
Adjust angle by swiveling.
Remove and install the front
headrests
Pull the headrests upward until they
stop.
With a forceful jerk, pull the headrests
out of their supports in the backrests.
Rear head restraints
Adjust height by pulling out or pushing
in.
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aHead restraints reduce the risk of
neck injuries. Always position the head
restraint so that it is centered roughly at
ear level.
Never try to adjust your seat while oper-
ating the vehicle. The seat could re-
spond by moving in a way that you had
not anticipated, causing you to lose
control of the vehicle which could lead
to an accident. The front passenger
should not move the backrest into the
"reclined" position during driving.
While driving, both the driver and the
front passenger should keep the back-
rest relatively upright. Otherwise there is
a danger of the occupants "sliding
through" the belt in the event of an acci-
dent, thus considerably reducing the
protective effect of the belt (see also
safety precautions in the "Safety belts"
section, page ).47 c
BMW Sports Seat*
Additional adjustments for seat tilt and
thigh support.
Angle adjustment
Pull lever 1 and move seat as required.
Thigh support adjustment
Pull lever 2 and slide front section of
seat into the desired position.
Electrical seat adjustment*
1 Angle adjustment
2 Longitudinal adjustment
3 Height adjustment
4 Backrest angle
The tilt angle of the head restraints -
and on the BMW Sports Seat also the
thigh support - is adjusted manually.
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Lumbar support*
Adjust the curvature as desired with the
rocker switch.
You can adjust the backrest's contour
for additional support in the curvature
of your spine's lumbar region.
The upper hips and spinal column
receive supplementary support to help
you maintain a relaxed, upright posture.
Releasing backrest*
Pull up lever: the backrest can now be
folded forward.
The outer levers also serve as a storage
point for the seat belt (not on BMW
Convertible).
aThe front seat backrests must al-
ways be locked during driving.c
dPull out clamping lever.
dAdjust steering wheel tilt for your
seating position.
dPush the lever back in to clamp the
steering wheel in the new position.
aNever adjust the steering wheel
while driving ā accident danger.c
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Exterior mirrors
1 Mirror switch for 4-way adjustment.
2 Switch for changing to the other
mirror:
dPush switch to left ā driver's mirror.
dPush switch to right ā passenger's
mirror.
You can also adjust the mirrors manu-
ally by pressing against the outer edges
of the lens.
aThe mirror on the passenger's side
features a lens with a more convex cur-
vature than the mirror installed on the
driver's door. When estimating the dis-
tance between yourself and other traffic,
bear in mind that the objects reflected in
the mirror are closer than they appear.
This means that estimations of the dis-
tance to following traffic should not be
regarded as precise.c
Electric heaters
Both mirrors are heated automatically
corresponding to the outside tempera-
ture with the ignition key in position 2.
Inside rearview mirror
To reduce glare from behind during
night driving: tilt small lever to dimmed
position.
Lighted make-up mirror
Fold down the sun visor, slide the cover
panel to the side.
The mirror lamps operate from ignition
key position 1 onward.
Sun visors
These can be folded down toward the
windshield or swiveled out against the
side windows.
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2
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Always fasten your seat belt before
starting off.
To fasten: make sure you hear the catch
engage in the belt buckle.
To release: press the red button in the
buckle, hold the belt and guide it back
into its reel.
The safety belt inertial mechanism
locks:
din a sudden stop or crash
dwhen you pull it sharply
dduring abrupt braking and
acceleration
din curves
dwhen the vehicle is at an
extreme angle.
The safety belt can be adjusted individ-
ually to different body sizes with the
belt height adjustment:
Downward adjustment (1):
Push button downward.
Upward adjustment (2):
Grasp deflection fitting on ribbed side
sections and slide upward.
aFor your own safety, please ob-
serve the following when putting on the
safety belt, otherwise its protective
function may be impaired. Also ensure
that the other occupants follow these in-
structions.
Never allow more than one person to
wear a single safety belt. Never allow in-
fants or small children to ride in a pas-
senger's lap.
Avoid twisting the belt while routing it
firmly across the hips and shoulder. Do
not allow the belt to rest against hard or
fragile objects in your pockets. The
safety belt must not run across the
wearer's neck, nor should it be trapped
or abraded by coming into contact with
sharp edges or objects.
The belt should rest as firmly as possible
against your body You should avoid
wearing clothing that prevents it from
doing so. Pull the belt periodically to re-
tention it across your shoulder. In the
event of a frontal collision, a loose lap
belt could slide over your hips, leading
to abdominal injury. Due to the in-
creased distance between belt and
body, there would also be a delay before
restraint becomes effective.
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Expectant mothers should always wear
their safety belts, taking care to position
the lap belt against the lower hips,
where it will not exert pressure against
the abdominal area.
Never attempt to modify the safety
belts.c
For care instructions refer to page 134.
Never install a rear-facing child restraint
system in the front passenger's seat!
Never attempt to modify either the
safety belts or any child restraint sys-
tem.
Should the safety belts be damaged or
stretched in an accident, the entire belt
system - including safety belt tension-
ers - must be replaced and the anchor-
ing mounts inspected at a BMW
Retailer.
If the safety belt tensioner has been
activated, a distance of roughly 0.8 in
(20 mm) will remain between the safety
belt lock and the tensioner module.
Installing child restraints
To install and secure child restraint sys-
tems, all rear safety belts (and the front
passenger's safety belt) are equipped
with a special locking mode.
A label with operating instructions is
attached to the belt next to the latch
plate.
To lock the belt
Extract the entire length of the belt from
the inertia reel mechanism. Allow the
reel to retract the belt somewhat and
engage the buckle, then tighten the belt
against the child restraint system. The
retraction mechanism is now locked.
Always observe the installation instruc-
tions provided by the manufacturer of
the child restraint system.
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To release the belt
Release the buckle, remove the child
restraint device and allow the inertia
reel to retract the belt completely.
bPlease also make this information
available to your passengers and urge
them to observe the instructions for
safety belt use.c
For care instructions refer to page 134.
All passengers, and especially children,
should use a restraint device when
riding in the car.
Infants or small children should never
be permitted to ride on a passenger's
lap.
Children should always sit in the rear
seat and use, depending on age, either
a child restraint system or the safety
belts installed in the vehicle. Accident
statistics have shown that children are
safer when properly restrained in the
rear seats than when riding in the front.
Infants and toddlers should be secured
with a child restraint system appropri-
ate for their size.
Children of six years and older should
wear safety belts.
Commercially available child seats
complying with legal standards are
designed to be secured using either a
lap belt or a combined lap-shoulder
belt. Because improperly installed
restraint systems can increase the risk
of injury to children, we strongly urge
you to carefully read and follow the
instructions supplied with the system.
Should the child restraint system of your
choice require the use of a securing or
tether strap, note that three anchoring
points (arrows) have been provided for
mounting it in your vehicle.
Ask your BMW Retailer to perform the
necessary installation work.
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aBefore install-
ing any child re-
straint device or
child seat, please
read the follow-
ing:
Never install a rearward-facing child
restraint system in the front passenger
seat of this car.
Your car is equipped with an airbag
supplemental restraint system for the
front passenger. Because the backrest
on any rear-facing child restraint sys-
tem (of the kind designed for infants
under 1 year and 20 lbs.) would be
within the airbag's deployment range,
you should never mount such a device
in the front passenger seat, as the
impact of the airbag against the child
restraint's backrest could lead to seri-
ous or fatal injuries.
If it is necessary for a child (not an
infant) to ride in the front seat, certain
precautions should be taken. First,
move the passenger seat as far away
from the dashboard as possible. This
important precaution is intended to
maximize the distance between the air-
bag and the child. Older children should
be tightly secured with the safety belt.
Younger children should be secured in
an appropriate forward-facing child
restraint system that has ļ¬rst been
properly secured with a safety belt.
We strongly urge you to carefully read
and observe the instructions for instal-
lation and use provided by the child re-
straint's manufacturer whenever you
use such a device.
Always ensure that all occupants (of
all ages) remain properly and securely
restrained at all times.c
All rear seating positions in your vehicle
meet the recommendations of SAE
J1819, an industry recommended prac-
tice for securing child restraint systems
in motor vehicles.
1 Front airbag system, consisting of
driver and passenger airbag
2 Side airbags*
Protective eļ¬ect
The front airbags provide additional
protection for the front-seat occupants
in the event of a severe frontal collision
in which the protection aļ¬orded by the
safety belts alone would no longer be
suļ¬cient. The side airbags help protect
the front seat occupants in a severe
side impact.
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The airbags are triggered by impacts
coming from the directions shown in
the illustration. Note that the supple-
mentary protection against lateral
impact is available only on vehicles
equipped with optional door-mounted
airbags.
Indicator lamp in instrument
cluster
System operational:
dThe indicator lamp comes on brieļ¬y.
System malfunction:
dThe indicator lamp fails to come on.
dIndicator lamp lights up for approx.
4 seconds, goes out brieļ¬y and then
lights up again.
A system malfunction could prevent the
system from responding to an impact
occurring within its normal response
range.
Please have your authorized BMW
Retailer inspect and repair the system
as soon as possible.
aFor your own safety, please ob-
serve the following precautions con-
cerning airbags, as otherwise their
protective function may be impaired. We
also request that you make this informa-
tion available to your passengers, and
that you urge them to observe the in-
structions for safety belt use: the air-
bags are a supplemental restraint
device designed to provide extra pro-
tection; they are not a substitute for
safety belts. Wear your safety belt at all
times. The system does not respond to
minor collisions, if the vehicle rolls over,
or if the impact is at the rear of the vehi-
cle. In this situation, only the safety belt
protects you.
When adjusting your seat, select a posi-
tion that provides maximum distance
between you and the steering wheel, the
instrument panel and the door while still
allowing comfortable and safe access to
all vehicle controls.
Always grip the steering wheel on its
rim with your hands at the 9 and 3 oāclock
positions, otherwise hand and arm inju-
ries could occur when the airbag
inļ¬ates.
Never allow any objects to obstruct the
area between the airbag and the driver/
passenger.
Do not use the cover panel above the
passenger-side airbag as a storage
area.
Do not glue, cover or in any way alter
the padded covers on the steering
wheel, the instrument panel or the side
trim panels of the front doors.
Do not install a rear-facing child re-
straint device on the front passenger
seat. Children under 12 years of age
should only sit in the back.c
Even when all these guidelines are
observed, there is still a residual risk of
mild facial injuries occurring in isolated
instances of airbag actuation. The igni-
tion and inļ¬ation noise may induce a
mild temporary hearing loss in sensitive
individuals.
Airbag information is also located on
the sun visors.
pThe indicator lamp comes on from
ignition key position 1 to indicate
that the system is operational.
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Notes on safety
Never attempt to remove the gas gener-
ator for the airbag passenger-restraint
system from the vehicle. Testing and
service procedures are to be performed
exclusively by qualiļ¬ed technicians. In
the event of malfunction, deactivation
or triggering (in response to an acci-
dent), always entrust repair and service
operations to your authorized BMW
Retailer.
Do not modify or tamper with either the
wiring or the individual components in
the airbag system; these include also
the padded covers on the steering
wheel, on the instrument panel or on
the side trim panels of the front doors.
Never apply adhesive materials to these
components and never cover or modify
them in any way. Do not remove or dis-
mantle the steering wheel.
The airbag generator can be disposed
of only by a BMW Retailer.
Unprofessional attempts to service the
system could lead to failure in an emer-
gency or undesired airbag activation,
either of which could result in personal
injury.
Insert the key in the slot in one of the
rear door latch mechanisms and turn
toward the outside: the door can now
be opened from the outside only.
The rollover protection system is acti-
vated automatically in the event of an
accident or in a critical driving situation
(extreme tilting in the longitudinal or lat-
eral axis, loss of ground contact). The
protective bars located behind the rear
head restraints extend within a fraction
of a second.
In addition to the roll bar integrated in
the windshield frame, the rollover pro-
tection system helps provide all vehicle
occupants, and in particular the rear
passengers, with needed headroom.
bWhen the hardtop is on, it is *
advisable to use "soft" protective cov-
ers, in order to prevent damage to the
luggage compartment lid when the sys-
tem is activated. Please contact your
authorized BMW Retailer for additional
information.c
aAlways keep the space required by
the rollover protection system free of
obstacles.
In the case of minor, non-rollover acci-
dents, passengers are protected only by
the buckled safety belt and the belt ten-
sioner and, depending on the severity of
the accident, the airbag restraint sys-
tem.c
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Following an unforeseen, automatic
extension, the rollover protection sys-
tem can be lowered again.
To do this, remove the screwdriver han-
dle and the special tool (stored on the
socket wrench) from the onboard tool
kit and push them together.
dPull out the head restraint upward.
dRemove the protective cap upward
from the protective bar.
dPush the special tool into the guide
of the click-and-pawl mechanism as
far as possible (handle rests on the
backrest) and hold in place.
dGently press down the protective bar
until the special tool is loose.
dPull out the special tool and press
down the protective bar completely
until it audibly engages.
dRemount the protective cap on the
protective bar and push on ļ¬rmly.
dPush in the head restraint again.
Follow the same procedure for the sec-
ond protective bar.
Have the rollover protection system
checked by a BMW Retailer.
aThe opened convertible top can not
be closed with the rollover protection
system extended.c
Notes on safety
No changes should be made to the indi-
vidual components of the rollover pro-
tection system or to its wiring.
All work on the rollover protection sys-
tem must be carried out by a BMW
Retailer.
Work carried out incorrectly may lead to
the failure or an accidental triggering of
the system.
To check the system and to ensure its
long-term operation, it is imperative that
you observe the maintenance intervals
of the Service Interval Display. The roll-
over protection system must be in-
spected every 2 years at the latest by a
BMW Retailer.
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0Steering lock engaged
The key can only be inserted and
removed in this position.
After extracting the key, turn the steer-
ing wheel a small amount to the left or
right until you hear the lock engage.
Your vehicle is equipped with an inter-
lock; this means that the ignition key
can not be turned into position 0 and
removed until the selector lever is in
position P.
Furthermore, the selector lever is locked
in position P when the ignition key is in
position 0 or removed from the ignition
switch.
To turn the key back into position 0 or
remove it, move the selector lever into
position P ļ¬rst.
1 Steering lock disengaged
You will often ļ¬nd that it is easier to turn
the ignition key from position 0 to 1 if you
move the steering wheel slightly to help
disengage the lock.
2 Ignition on
All electrical equipment and accesso-
ries are available for use.
3 Starter activation
bVehicles with manual transmis-
sion: depress the clutch pedal while
you turn on the ignition, otherwise a
blocking system will prevent the engine
from starting.c
Before starting
dApply the parking brake.
dThe manual-shift gear lever should
be in neutral; the automatic transmis-
sion selector lever should be in P
or N.
dAt low temperatures keep the clutch
pedal depressed.
dStart the engine without depressing
the accelerator.
bDo not operate the starter too briefly,
but not longer than approx. 20 seconds.
Release the ignition key as soon as the
engine starts. Do not allow the engine to
warm up by leaving it running while the
vehicle remains stationary. Instead, drive
off immediately at a moderate engine
speed.c
Should the engine fail to start on the ļ¬rst
attempt, e.g., if it is very hot or cold:
dStop and pause brieļ¬y before repeat-
ing the starting procedure. This pre-
vents the spark plugs from becoming
damp.
dPress the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
1
2
0
3
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When starting a cold engine at extreme-
ly low temperatures (+5 F/-155 6 or be-
low) or at high altitudes (above 3,300 ft./
1,000 meters), proceed as follows:
dAt the ļ¬rst attempt, keep the starter
engaged for a bit longer (approx.
10 seconds).
dPress the accelerator pedal halfway
down while engaging the starter.
If you operate the vehicle for longer
periods of time at high altitudes and
very low temperatures, put into the
engine an oil with a viscosity of 5Wā30
(refer to page 126). Please contact your
authorized BMW Retailer for additional
information.
aNever allow the engine to run with
the vehicle standing in an enclosed ar-
ea. The exhaust gases contain carbon
monoxide, an odorless and colorless,
but highly toxic gas. Breathing the ex-
haust gases poses an extreme health
risk, and can lead to unconsciousness
and death.
Never leave the vehicle unattended with
the engine running, as such a vehicle
represents a serious potential safety
hazard.c
Turn the ignition key to position 1 or 0.
aAlways remove the ignition key
and engage the steering lock before
leaving the vehicle.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
Always engage the parking brake when
parking on slopes and inclined surfaces,
since selecting 1st gear or reverse may
not provide adequate resistance to roll-
ing.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Place the selector lever in Park.c
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To engage
The lock engages automatically when
you lift the lever. The "P" indicator lamp
appears in the instrument cluster when
you turn the ignition key to position 2
(refer to page 21).
To release
Pull up on the lever, then press the
release button and lower the lever.
The parking brake is primarily designed
to prevent the vehicle from rolling while
parked, and acts on the rear wheels.
aShould exceptional circumstances
make it necessary to engage the brake
with the vehicle in motion, do not apply
excessive pressure. Keep your thumb
pressed against the release button while
carefully pulling up the lever to apply
moderate pressure.
Excessive pressure can lead to over-
braking and loss of traction (ļ¬shtailing)
at the rear.
The brake lamps do not come on when
the parking brake is engaged.
Vehicles with manual transmission:
Always engage the parking brake when
parking on slopes and inclined surfaces,
since selecting 1st gear or reverse may
not provide adequate resistance to
rolling.
Vehicles with automatic transmission:
Place the selector lever in "Park".c
To avoid corrosion, apply the parking
brake lightly from time to time when
coasting to a standstill, e.g., at a trafļ¬c
signal, provided that it is safe to do so.
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The shift lever's neutral plane (dot in the
illustration) is located between 3rd and
4th gears
Whenever you shift from any gear into
"Neutral", the shift lever will automati-
cally return to the speciļ¬ed gear plane.
Reverse
Select only with the vehicle stationary.
Press the shift lever to the left to over-
come the slight resistance.
Backup lamps
As you do this the backup lamps will
turn on automatically when the ignition
key is in position 2.
aDo not "ride" the clutch to hold the
vehicle in place on slopes; use the park-
ing brake instead. A slipping clutch in-
creases clutch wear.c
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Selector lever positions
P R N D 3 2 1
Shift programs
Switch:
dA (Automatic)
dM (Manual)
Shift lever in position 3:
dSport program
See next page for an explanation of the
programs.
Range selection
A lock prevents inadvertent shifts into
certain selector lever positions. To re-
lease the shift-lock mechanism, press
the button on the front side of the se-
lector handle (arrow).
The engine can only be started in selec-
tor lever position P or N.
bYou must step on the footbrake
with the vehicle stationary before the
selector lever will move out of P or N.
The footbrake must also be depressed
before selecting a drive position, since
the vehicle "creeps" in idle when a drive
position is engaged.
At engine speeds of over 2500 rpm
a lock also prevents shifting out of P
or N.c
However, it is possible to "rock" the car
free by shifting rapidly between D and
R, e.g., should you get stuck in deep
snow or sand.
aPlace the selector lever in position
P or N and ļ¬rmly engage the parking
brake before leaving the vehicle with the
engine running, otherwise the vehicle
could roll. Never leave the vehicle unat-
tended with the engine running, since
such a vehicle represents a serious po-
tential safety hazard.
If you should accidentally select Neutral
while traveling at high speed, remove
your foot from the accelerator pedal im-
mediately. Wait until the engine is at idle
speed; only then should you select a
gear, otherwise the transmission could
be damaged.c
P - Park
Select only with the vehicle stationary.
Transmission locks to prevent rear
wheels from turning.
R - Reverse
Select only with the vehicle stationary.
N - Neutral
Select only if your journey is interrupted
for a longer period. Select while the car
is being driven only if the vehicle begins
to skid.
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D - Drive (automatic shift program)
This position is designed for driving
under all normal operating conditions.
All forward gears are selected by the
transmission as necessary.
3 - Sport Program, direct control
This position is designed for perfor-
mance-oriented driving, and features
delayed upshifts for optimal utilization
of the vehicle's power reserves.
When D is engaged, the transmission
may respond to certain conditions by
repeatedly shifting between 3rd and 4th
gears. You can select this position to
suppress upshifts into 4th gear and pre-
vent the transmission from "hunting" in
this way.
2 and 1 - Mountain ascents and
engine braking
Select these positions to prevent un-
desired shifts on mountain roads or
extended uphill and downhill stretches.
These ranges let you use the engine's
braking eļ¬ect to maximum advantage.
The transmission upshifts only as far as
the selected gear (1st or 2nd).
Do not move the selector lever to either
of these positions when traveling at
speeds of 108 mph (170 km/h) or
above. The transmission downshifts
only at correspondingly low speeds.
"Kickdown" (automatic downshift)
To obtain maximum acceleration, the
accelerator pedal can be depressed
beyond the normal to the full-throttle
position, at which a pressure point must
be overcome.
Shift programs
A - Automatic program
For economical driving. This is the initial
position each time the engine is started.
M - Manual program
This program is for driving conditions
under which the selected gear is to be
retained. The transmission then remains
in this gear both when starting oļ¬ and
during acceleration. With this program
you drive only in 3rd gear in position D.
It is advantageous, e.g., on slopes or
when towing a trailer, to drive in selec-
tor lever position 1 or 2, or in winter on
slippery roads in selector lever position
3, which enables gentle starts and pre-
vents undesirable shifting.
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Indicator lamp for shift
electronics
dIf the lamp fails to go out or
dif it lights up during driving, there is a
malfunction in the shifting electronics
or in the transmission.
Bring the vehicle to a stop, select trans-
mission position "P", set the parking
brake and turn the engine oļ (ignition
key to position 0).
Wait a few seconds, then start the
engine.
If the indicator lamp goes out after a
few seconds, normal transmission per-
formance has been restored. Drive oļ
normally.
If the indicator lamp does not go out, all
selector lever positions can still be
selected, however in the forward posi-
tions the vehicle has limited perfor-
mances as it drives only in the 3rd or
4th gear.
If this happens, avoid extreme engine
loads and consult the nearest autho-
rized BMW Retailer.
aNever carry out any work in the
engine compartment without ļrst
ensuring that the transmission is in Park
or Neutral. Never leave children in the
vehicle unattended.c
For information on tow-starting, towing
and jump starting refer to pages 153
and 154.
1 High beam (blue indicator lamp)
2 Headlamp ļ¬asher
3 Turn signal indicator (green indicator
lamp and rhythmic ticking of the
blinker relay).
Flashing of the indicator lamp and tick-
ing faster than normal: a turn-indicator
lamp is defective.
To signal brieļ¬y
Press the lever up to but not beyond the
lock.
O
Goes out after the engine has
started.
1
2
3
3
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0 Wipers retracted
1 Intermittent wipe
2 Normal wipe
3 Fast wipe
4 Brief wipe
5 Automatic windshield washer
1 Intermittent wipe
The length of the interval is varied auto-
matically according to the car's actual
road speed.
The headlamp cleaning equipment* can
also inļ¬uence this interval.
dShift brieļ¬y out of 0 into 1, and back
to 0.
dThe time lapse until the switching on
(out of 0 into 1) is the desired interval
(maximum 25 seconds).
Delete the programming:
dapprox. 10 seconds after the lever is
in position 0 or
dafter switching oļ¬ the engine.
2 Normal wipe
The wipers automatically revert to inter-
mittent operation when the vehicle is
stationary.
5 Automatic windshield washers
The system sprays washer ļ¬uid against
the windshield and actuates the wipers
for a brief period.
(Exception: If you pull the lever brieļ¬y,
the system sprays ļ¬uid onto the wind-
shield without activating the wipers).
aDo not use the washers when there
is a danger of the ļ¬uid freezing on the
windshield, as otherwise your vision
could be obscured. Use antifreeze (refer
to page 124).
Do not use the washers when the reser-
voir is empty, otherwise damage to the
washer pump could result.c
Windshield washer jets*
The windshield washer jets are auto-
matically heated with the ignition key in
position 2.
1
2
3
4
0
5
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You can store and automatically main-
tain any desired vehicle speed above
approx. 25 mph (40 km/h).
The stored speed is deleted when the
motor is switched oļ¬.
1 Accelerate
Tap the lever brieļ¬y:
The system records and maintains the
current vehicle speed. Every time you
tap the button the speed increases by
approx. 0.6 mph (1 km/h).
Hold the lever in this position:
The vehicle accelerates without pres-
sure on the accelerator pedal. As soon
as you release the lever, the system
records and maintains the current
speed.
2 Decelerate
Hold the lever in this position:
With the cruise control active, the system
automatically reduces the throttle open-
ing to slow the vehicle. As soon as you
release the lever, the system records and
maintains the current speed.
Tap the lever brieļ¬y:
Each time you tap it you decelerate
approx. 0.6 mph (1 km/h) if you are
cruising at a controlled speed.
3 Resume
Tap the lever brieļ¬y:
The vehicle accelerates to and main-
tains the last speed stored.
4 Oļ¬
Tap the lever brieļ¬y:
Immediately deactivates the cruise con-
trol.
In addition, the system is also automati-
cally disabled in response to the follow-
ing conditions:
dWhen you apply pressure to the
brake or clutch pedal, and when you
move the automatic transmission
selector lever from Drive to Neutral,
dif you exceed the programmed speed
by more than 10 mph (16 km/h) for a
period of more than 30 seconds.
The system is switched oļ¬ and the
stored speed deleted from its memory
when you turn the ignition key to posi-
tion 0.
aRefrain from using the cruise con-
trol on twisting roads, when high traļ¬c
density prevents driving at a constant
speed and when driving on slippery
(snow, rain, ice) or loose (stones, sand)
road surfaces.c
bIf, on a downhill gradient, the
engine braking eļ¬ect is not suļ¬cient,
the controlled speed can be exceed-ed.
Speed can drop on uphill grades if the
engine output is insuļ¬cient.c
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Records the total vehicle mileage
(registers distance in kilometers on
Canadian vehicles).
Trip odometer
Records trip distances up to 999.9 miles
(kilometers).
To reset to zero
Press button.
The displays appear from ignition key
position 1.
To display with ignition switched off:
Press the reset button (arrow).
Never allow the engine to operate with
the needle in the red overspeed sector
of the gauge.
In this range the fuel supply is inter-
rupted to protect the engine, producing
the sensation of a loss of power.
Indicates the current fuel consumption
in mpg (in liters per 100 km on Cana-
dian vehicles).
When the vehicle is stationary, the nee-
dle returns to zero (maximum reading
on Canadian models).
20
40
120
140
km/h
240
220
200
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
MPH
F
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When you switch on the ignition, the
indicator lamp comes on briefly to indi-
cate that the system is operational.
If the indicator lamp comes on and
stays on, there are approx. 2.1 gallons
(8 liters) of fuel in the tank.
Tank volume: Page 166.
If the tilt of the vehicle varies, e.g.,
when you are driving in mountainous
areas, this may cause the needle to
fluctuate slightly.
aPlease refuel early, as driving
to the last drop of fuel can result in
damage to the engine and/or catalytic
converter.c
Blue
The engine is still cold. Drive at moder-
ate engine and vehicle speeds.
Red
Indicator lamp comes on, the warning
"COOLANT TEMPERATURE" appears
in Check Control *: engine overheated.
Switch off the engine immediately and
allow it to cool down.
Between the blue and red sectors
Normal operating range. It is not un-
usual for the needle to rise as far as the
edge of the red sector in response to
high outside temperatures or severe
operating conditions.
Checking coolant level: Page 127.
Green lamps
The number of illuminated lamps
decreases as the time for your next
maintenance visit approaches.
Yellow lamp
This field appears together with
OILSERVICE or INSPECTION.
Maintenance is due. Please contact
your BMW Retailer for an appointment.
Red lamp
Maintenance overdue.
F
R
12
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With the different versions you can dis-
play not only the time and the date, but
also information e.g., on economical
driving and warnings on defective sys-
tems.
The following applies to all versions:
The unit will reject implausible entries.
When entering numerical values with
the number entry keys, the numerical
value is increased by one each time the
key is pressed and after each additional
half second with the key held down.
Numbers can be entered in any order.
The entries are saved in the memory by
pressing the SET/RES or SET key.
Any interruption in the power supply,
e.g., when changing the battery, will
result in the loss of all data saved in the
memory. After the power supply is
restored, you will need to re-enter the
time, date and any switch-on times, the
distance or speed warning threshold.
Outside temperature display and
digital clock
For explanations and operating instruc-
tions, refer to page 68 ff.
Check Control
For explanations and operating instruc-
tions, refer to page 71 ff.
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temperature display and digital
clock
For explanations and operating instruc-
tions, refer to page 74 ff.
Onboard computer
For explanations and operating instruc-
tions, refer to page 77 ff.
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You can
ddisplay the time and date
dpre-program an hourly reminder sig-
nal (memo) e.g., a reminder of the
news
ddisplay the outside temperature.
1 Display for outside temperature
gauge
2 Display for time and date
3 Tone symbol for active memo
function
4 Entry key for minutes/date
5 Entry key for hours/date
6 SET key for starting
7 Function key - memo
8 Function key - time/date
9 Scale selection key
10 Function key - outside temperature
10
MEMO
9 8 7 6 5 4
321
HR/DATA-TEMP Ā°C/Ā°F SET h/DAT min/DAT
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To display time and date
dPress the function key (8).
When the ignition key is in position 0 or
removed, the displays appear for a few
seconds; in ignition key position 1 the
desired value is displayed indefinitely.
You can display the time in 12 or 24 hour
increments; the date can be shown in
European or US sequence. To change
setting:
dPress the HR/DAT key for approx.
3 seconds until the dots in the
display flash.
dPress the scale selection key.
In the 12-hour mode, AM or PM will
appear on the right side of the clock
display.
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Memo mode
Press the MEMO key to activate or
deactivate the signal. When MEMO is
active, a tone symbol appears in the
right display. The signal sounds every
hour at the pre-programmed time or
without programming 15 seconds
before each full hour.
Outside temperature
Data request: Press TEMP key.
If the outside temperature drops below
37.5 5 6F (+3 ), a warning signal sounds,
the temperature display automatically
appears and the unit of measure flashes
for 8 seconds.
The warning is repeated whenever the
temperature has increased to 43 5F
(+6 ) at least once before falling to 6
37.5 5 6F (+3 ) again.
aThe temperature warning device
does nothing to alter the fact that sur-
face ice can still form at temperatures
above 37.5 5 6F (+3 ), e.g., on bridges
and on shade-covered road surfaces.c
Entries
All numbers for the time and date are
entered with the entry keys according
to the following principle: The numbers
can be entered in any order. Each time
the key is pressed, or for each half sec-
ond the key is held down, the numerical
value increases by one.
Pressing the key longer starts the rapid-
advance function.
After a power failure
The dots in the display flash.
dPress the scale selection key as
required.
dEnter the time with the h/DAT and
min/DAT entry keys.
dPress SET. The clock starts.
dPress the HR/DAT key.
dEnter the date with the entry keys.
dPress SET.
dConfirm the year by pressing the SET
key or correct with the entry key and
complete the number entry by press-
ing the SET key.
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To reset the time
Press the HR/DAT key in the clock
mode for approx. 3 seconds until the
dots in the display flash. Confirm your
entry by pressing the SET key.
To reset the date
Press the HR/DAT key in the date mode
for approx. 3 seconds until the dots in
the display flash. After entering the date
and year, confirm your entry by press-
ing the SET key.
Programming a reminder signal
Press the MEMO key for approx. 3 sec-
onds until two zeros appear in the min-
utes display. Complete the number
entry (min/Dat increase, h/Dat decrease)
by pressing the SET key.
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Texts with messages and warnings are
used to alert the driver to defective sys-
tems. In addition, there is a warning
lamp in the instrument panel.
The time and date can be displayed
with the digital clock.
1 Status report symbol
2 Display
3 Plus symbol for additional messages
4 CHECK key
The defective-system messages are
divided into 3 different priorities:
Priority 1
These defects are indicated immedi-
ately with the flashing warning lamp and
the flashing warning symbol (1). Several
simultaneous defects are displayed
consecutively. After 20 seconds or
when the CHECK key is pressed, the
warning lamp in the instrument cluster
stops flashing.
The messages continue to be displayed
until the defects are eliminated and can
not be deleted by pressing the CHECK
key (4).
Brake lamp electrical system
The brake lamps have failed. Fuse or
electrical circuit is defective. Refer to
page 151 or consult your BMW Retailer.
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Brake lamps defective
Brake lamps have failed - bulbs
defective.
Replace bulbs. Refer to page 143.
Priority 2
These defects appear when the ignition
key is in position 2. The warning sym-
bols remain after the message disap-
pears. If the plus symbol (3) appears:
Additional messages are present and
can be displayed by pressing the
CHECK key.
1 Brake lamp defective
A bulb has failed. Refer to page 143.
Low beams defective,
Backup lamps defective,
License plate lamp
Bulb has failed or fuse or electrical
circuit defective. Refer to pages 141,
143 145, or visit a BMW Retailer.
Washer fluid low
Too low, top up at next opportunity.
Refer to page 124.
Check Control inactive
Messages and warnings can not be
displayed. See BMW Retailer.
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After a power failure
The time display flashes and the follow-
ing appears in the left display: enter
time.
dEnter the time with the entry keys.
dPress the SET/RES key. The clock
starts.
The left display shows: enter date.
dEnter the date with the entry keys.
dPress the SET/RES key.
dConfirm the year by pressing the
SET/RES key or correct it with the
entry key and complete the number
entry by pressing the SET/RES key.
To reset the time
Press the CLOCK key until the left dis-
play indicates: Enter time. The dots
flash.
Complete the number entry by pressing
the SET/RES key.
To reset the date
Press the DATE key until the left display
indicates: Enter date. The dots flash.
Complete the number entry for the date
and year by pressing the SET/RES key.
If necessary, enter the year before
pressing the SET/RES key, as
requested in the display. Leap years are
programmed into the system and there-
fore need not be taken into account.
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CLOCK
1000 100
1
10
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SET/RES
DATE
1000 100
1
10
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The Check Control uses texts with mes-
sages and warnings to alert the driver
to defective systems. In addition, an
indicator lamp is provided in the instru-
ment cluster. For details and operating
instructions, refer to pages 71 72, .
The outside temperature can also be
displayed.
With the digital clock you can
ddisplay the time and date,
dpre-program an hourly reminder sig-
nal (memo) e.g., a reminder of the
news.
1 Digital clock display
2 Tone symbol for active memo
function
3 Function key - date
4 Function key - clock
5 SET/RES key
6 Function key - memo
7 Scale selection key
8 Function key - outside temperature
9 Entry keys for numerical values
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To display time and date
dPress the respective function
key (4/3).
When the ignition key is in position 0
or removed, the displays appear for a
few seconds; in ignition key position 1,
the desired value is displayed indefi-
nitely.
You can display the time in 12 or 24 hour
increments; the date can be shown in
European or US sequence. To change
setting:
dPress time or date function key (4/3)
until the dots ļash.
dPress scale selection key (7).
In the 12-hour mode, AM or PM will
appear on the right side of the clock
display.
Memo mode
Switch on and off with the MEMO key.
When MEMO is active, a tone symbol
appears in the right display. The signal
sounds every hour at the pre-pro-
grammed time or without program-
ming 15 seconds before each full
hour.
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Display outside temperature
Press TEMP key.
If the outside temperature drops below
37.5 5F (+36), a warning signal sounds,
the temperature display automatically
appears and flashes for 8 seconds.
The warning is repeated whenever the
temperature has increased to 43 5F
(+6 ) at least once before falling to 6
37.5 F (+3 ) again.5 6
aThe temperature warning device
does nothing to alter the fact that sur-
face ice can still form at temperatures
above 37.5 F (+3 ), e.g., on bridges 5 6
and on shade-covered road surfaces.c
Entries
All numbers for the time and date are
entered with the entry keys according
to the following principle:
The numbers can be entered in any
order. Each time the key is pressed, or
for each half second the key is held
down, the numerical value increases by
one.
After a power failure
The time display flashes and the follow-
ing appears in the left display: "Enter
time".
dEnter the time with the entry keys.
dPress the SET/RES key.
The clock starts.
The left display shows: Enter date.
dEnter the date with the entry keys.
dPress the SET/RES key.
dConfirm the year by pressing the
SET/RES key or correct it with the
entry key; complete the number entry
by pressing the SET/RES key.
AM
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To reset the time
Press the CLOCK key until the left dis-
play indicates: Enter time. The dots
ļ¬ash.
Complete the number entry by pressing
the SET/RES key.
To reset the date
Press the DATE key until the left display
indicates: Enter date. The dots ļ¬ash.
Complete the number entry for the date
and year by pressing the SET/RES key.
If necessary, enter the year before
pressing the SET/RES key, as request-
ed in the display. Leap years are pro-
grammed into the system and therefore
need not be taken into account.
Programming a reminder signal
Press the MEMO key for approx. 3 sec-
onds until the left display indicates:
Enter memo. Complete the number
entry by pressing the SET/RES key.
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CLOCK
1000 100
1
10
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DATE
1000 100
1
10
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1
10
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Allows you to select display data for
safe and economical driving.
If your car is equipped with the Check
Control option, texts with information
and warnings are used to alert the
driver to system malfunctions. In addi-
tion, an indicator lamp is provided in the
instrument cluster. For details and
operating instructions, refer to
pages 71 and 72.
With the digital clock you can
ddisplay the time and date,
dpre-program a reminder signal
(memo), e.g., to remind you of news
broadcasts.
Refer to page 74 for information and
details on using the digital clock.
1 Display
2 Arrival time
3 Entry keys for numerical values
4 Information keys
For the onboard computer version
without Check Control, pressing the
CHECK key simply activates all dis-
play elements.
5 Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs)
6 Scale selection key
7 SET/RES key (start/stop)
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Standard displays (no previous
data entries required) Page
TEMP outside
temperature 78
RANGE estimated cruising
range 79
SPEED average speed 78
CONSUM 2 levels of average
consumption 79
With previous data entries
DIST distance remaining
to destination with
estimated
arrival time 79
LIMIT speed limit warning 80
The following systems are controlled by
the onboard computer: Page
TIMER ā 2 switch-on times
for independent
ventilation 81
ā independent
ventilation in direct
operating mode or 82
ā timer 80
CODE immobilization/
protection from
misuse 82
The onboard computer operates at igni-
tion key positions 1 and 2.
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