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This chapter is intended to provide you wi
th
inf
orm
atio
n for c
omple
te c
ontro
l of yo
ur v
ehic
le.
All features and ac
cessories that are use
ful for
driving and your
safety, comfort
and
convenienc
e, are described her
e.
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Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 258 - © 08/07 BMW AG
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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
5
Table of Contents
5
Using this Owner's Manual
6
Notes
6
The Individual Vehicle
7
For Your Own Safety
7
Parts and Accessories
7
Editorial Notice
7
Reporting Safety Defects
8
At a Glance
11
Cockpit
12
Instrument Cluster
14
Indicator and Warning Lamps
15
Around the Center Console: Controls and Displays
16
Idrive
18
Menu Overview
19
Assistance Window
22
Programmable Memory Keys
23
Voice Command System
25
Controls
29
Opening and Closing
30
Central Locking System
31
Manual Operation
34
Automatic Locking
34
Luggage Compartment Lid
35
Opening from Inside
35
Emergency Release
36
Panic Mode
37
Alarm System
37
Interior Motion Sensor
38
Starting the Engine
39
Automatic Transmission
39
Warning Lamps
39
Replacing the Battery
40
Wind Deflector
44
Adjustments
47
Manual Adjustment
48
Lumbar Support
49
Head Restraints
49
Height Adjustment
50
Heated Seats
51
Seat and Mirror Memory
52
Safety Belts
53
Exterior Mirrors
54
Interior Rearview Mirror
55
Transporting Children Safely
58
Latch Child-Restraint Fixing
59
Driving
61
Switching off the Engine
62
Parking Brake
62
Selector Lever Positions
63
Turn Signals
65
Headlamp Flasher
65
Wiper System
66
Washer Fluid
67
Cruise Control
68
Warning Lamp
69
Active Cruise Control
69
Manual Transmission
70
System Limitations
73
Swerving Vehicles
74
Your Responsibility
75
Everything under Control
76
Coolant Temperature
77
Engine Oil Temperature
77
Fuel Gauge
77
Average Fuel Consumption
78
Trip Computer
79
Settings and Information
80
Service Requirements
81
Possible Displays
81
Setting the Time
83
Check Control
85
Speed Limit
87
Technology for Driving Comfort and Safety
90
Abs Antilock Brake System
91
Dsc Dynamic Stability Control
91
Drive-Off Assistant
93
The Concept
94
Tire Pressure Monitor Tpm
95
Resetting the System
96
Brake Force Display
98
Lamps
102
Automatic Headlamp Control
102
Parking Lamps
102
Daytime Running Lamps
103
Adaptive Head Light
103
Switching off
104
Fog Lamps
104
Instrument Lighting
105
Reading Lamps
105
Interior Lamps
105
Climate
106
Automatic Climate Control
107
Maximum Cooling
108
Rear Window Defroster
109
Residual Heat
109
Parked Car Ventilation
110
Practical Interior Accessories
112
Digital Compass
114
Roller Sun Blind
115
Glove Compartment
115
Setting the Language
115
Center Armrest
116
Storage Compartment
116
Cup Holders
117
Cigarette Lighter Socket
118
Cargo Loading
119
Lashing Eyes
121
Securing Cargo
123
Driving Tips
125
Things to Remember When Driving
126
General Driving Notes
127
Driving through Water
128
Stowing Cargo
129
Navigation
133
Starting the Navigation System
134
Destination Entry
136
Voice Commands
140
Destination List
143
Address Book
144
Home Address
146
Destination Guidance
149
Map Display
151
Traffic Information
153
Displaying Traffic Obstructions
156
Displaying Current Position
157
What to Do if
158
Entertainment
161
On/Off and Settings
162
Adjusting Volume
163
Radio
166
Storing Stations
168
Rds Radio Data System
169
Satellite Radio
172
Additional Information
173
CD Player and CD Changer
175
Selecting a Track
176
Convertible Top
179
AUX-In Port
181
USB-Audio Interface
182
Communications
187
Telephoning
188
Receiving Calls
194
Activating the System
199
Inserting/Removing Snap-In Adapter
201
BMW Assist
203
Roadside Assistance
204
Displaying Vehicle Data
209
Mobility
211
Refueling
212
Fuel Tank Capacity
213
Fuel Specifications
213
Wheels and Tires
214
Tire Identification Marks
222
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
222
Tire Identification Number
222
Tire Condition
223
New Wheels and Tires
224
Snow Chains
225
Special Characteristics of Winter Tires
225
Under the Hood
226
Engine Oil
227
Adding Engine Oil
229
Checking Coolant Level
230
Maintenance
231
Event Data Recorders
232
Replacing Components
233
Xenon Lamps
234
Tail Lamps
235
Changing Wheels
236
Vehicle Battery
237
Battery Care
237
Charging the Battery
237
Giving and Receiving Assistance
238
Warning Triangle
239
Jump Starting
239
Connecting Jumper Cables
240
Being Towed
241
Reference
245
Technical Data
246
Short Commands for the Voice Command System
250
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Language
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