BMW 128i Convertible 2011- User Manual

BMW 128i Convertible 2011

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 3 – Owner's Manual for Vehicle
  • Page 5 – Contents
  • Page 6 – Using this Owner's Manual; Additional sources of information; Symbols used; Symbols on vehicle components
  • Page 7 – The individual vehicle; Editorial notice; Maintenance and repair
  • Page 8 – Notes; California Proposition 65 warning; Service and warranty
  • Page 9 – Reporting safety defects; For US customers
  • Page 11 – At a glance
  • Page 12 – Around the steering wheel: controls and displays
  • Page 14 – Instrument cluster
  • Page 15 – Indicator and warning lamps; The concept
  • Page 16 – Around the center console: controls and displays
  • Page 18 – Controls
  • Page 19 – Buttons on the controller; Operating principle; Opening the main menu; Selecting a menu item
  • Page 20 – iDriv; Menu items in the Owner's Manual; Adjusting settings
  • Page 21 – Professional navigation system: split
  • Page 22 – Switching the split screen on and off; Programmable memory keys; Storing functions
  • Page 23 – Letters and numbers; Entering letters and numbers; Switching between letters and
  • Page 24 – Precondition; Saying commands; Activating voice activation system
  • Page 28 – Remote control; Integrated key; New remote controls; Personal Profile; Personal Profile settings
  • Page 29 – Central locking system; Using the remote control; Unlocking
  • Page 30 – Coupe: convenient opening
  • Page 31 – Using the door lock; Coupe
  • Page 32 – Convenient operation*; From inside; Automatic locking
  • Page 33 – Trunk lid; Opening from inside
  • Page 36 – Malfunctions
  • Page 37 – Replacing the battery; Windows; Individually
  • Page 38 – Jointly; Pinch protection system
  • Page 39 – After switching off the ignition
  • Page 40 – Before opening and closing
  • Page 42 – Before closing
  • Page 43 – Installation; Removing the wind deflector
  • Page 44 – Folding
  • Page 45 – Adjustments; Sitting safely; Airbags; Safety belt
  • Page 46 – Seats; Note before adjusting
  • Page 47 – Electrical adjustment*
  • Page 48 – Head restraints; Correctly adjusted head restraint
  • Page 50 – Seat and mirror memory*; Storing
  • Page 51 – Selecting automatic call-up; Switching off automatic call-up; Safety belts; Closing; Damage to safety belts; Mirrors; Exterior mirrors
  • Page 52 – Manual adjustment; Automatic heating
  • Page 53 – Steering wheel; Steering wheel heating*
  • Page 54 – The right place for children; Children always in the rear; Installing child restraint; On the front passenger seat
  • Page 55 – To unlock the safety belt; LATCH child restraint fixing; Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors
  • Page 57 – Driving; Ignition lock; Automatic transmission; Ignition on
  • Page 58 – Radio readiness and ignition off; Starting the engine; Switching off the engine; Manual transmission
  • Page 59 – Parking brake
  • Page 62 – -gear Sports automatic
  • Page 63 – Shifting into P; P Park; N idle position
  • Page 64 – Gear shifting; Activating the system
  • Page 66 – Launch Control; headlamp flasher; Using turn signals; Indicating a turn briefly
  • Page 67 – Wiper system; Switching on wipers
  • Page 68 – Windshield washer nozzles; Washer fluid; Washer fluid filler neck
  • Page 70 – temperature display, clock; Knob in the instrument cluster; Tachometer
  • Page 71 – Reserve; Computer; Displays in the instrument cluster
  • Page 72 – Controls overview
  • Page 73 – Settings and information
  • Page 74 – Units of measure; Setting the units of measure; Service requirements
  • Page 76 – Automatic Service Request*; Clock; Setting the time
  • Page 77 – Via iDrive; Date; Setting the date
  • Page 78 – Check Control
  • Page 79 – Text messages
  • Page 80 – Speed limit; Activating/deactivating the limit
  • Page 81 – Settings on the Control; Language on the Control Display; Setting the voice dialog; Brightness of the Control Display
  • Page 82 – Park Distance Control PDC*
  • Page 83 – Antilock Brake System ABS
  • Page 84 – Activating DTC; Flat Tire Monitor FTM*; Status display
  • Page 86 – Tire Pressure Monitor TPM*; Status indicator on the Control Display
  • Page 87 – Resetting the system; Message for low tire inflation pressure; Continuing to drive with a flat tire
  • Page 88 – Malfunction
  • Page 90 – Protective action
  • Page 91 – Airbag system malfunction
  • Page 92 – Convertible: rollover; Resetting
  • Page 93 – Lamps; Parking lamps/low beams; Parking lamps
  • Page 94 – Pathway lighting; Adaptive light control*
  • Page 95 – High beams/roadside parking; Switching on; Switching the high beams on and off
  • Page 96 – System limitations; Activating via iDrive
  • Page 97 – Reading lamps
  • Page 99 – Automatic climate control; Intensity of the AUTO program
  • Page 100 – Climate; Adjusting air volume manually; Via the button on the steering wheel; ALL program
  • Page 101 – Parked car ventilation*
  • Page 102 – Preselecting switch-on times
  • Page 103 – Practical interior accessories; Integrated universal remote
  • Page 104 – Deleting all stored programs
  • Page 105 – Setting compass zones
  • Page 106 – Procedure; Glove compartment
  • Page 107 – Center armrest; Storage compartment; Storage compartments inside
  • Page 108 – Connecting electrical
  • Page 109 – Convertible: cargo loading; Enlarging the cargo area; Loading
  • Page 110 – Securing cargo; opening with integrated
  • Page 113 – Driving tips
  • Page 114 – Engine and differential; Tires; Saving fuel; Remove any unneeded cargo; Close the windows and glass roof
  • Page 115 – General driving notes; Close the trunk lid; Hot exhaust system
  • Page 116 – Driving through water; Cargo loading
  • Page 121 – Navigation
  • Page 122 – Navigation data; General information; Updating the navigation data; Information about navigation data
  • Page 123 – Destination entry; Entering a destination; Entering a state/province
  • Page 124 – Entering the postal code
  • Page 125 – Entering a house number; Address book; Storing the position
  • Page 126 – Editing or deleting an address; Last destinations; Opening the last destinations; Editing a destination; Deleting the last destinations; Special destinations
  • Page 127 – Destination entry via BMW Assist*
  • Page 128 – Special destinations, entering by name; Entering the destination via; Opening the map
  • Page 129 – Entering a destination by
  • Page 130 – Entering a street or intersection; Planning a trip; New trip
  • Page 131 – Starting a stored trip; Changing the trip direction; Deleting a trip; Word-matching principle
  • Page 133 – Dynamic destination guidance; Route
  • Page 134 – Destination guidance; Switching voice instructions on/off; Map view; Displaying the map view
  • Page 136 – Activating/deactivating reception
  • Page 137 – Filtering of traffic bulletins; Displaying traffic obstructions
  • Page 138 – Selecting a detour; Dynamic route planning
  • Page 141 – Entertainment
  • Page 143 – Volume
  • Page 144 – Resetting tone settings
  • Page 145 – Radio; Selecting a station; Changing stations; Storing stations
  • Page 146 – Via programmable memory keys; Radio Data System RDS*; Switching the RDS on/off
  • Page 147 – Presets; Calling up a station
  • Page 148 – Enabling the channels
  • Page 149 – Selecting a channel; Storing a channel
  • Page 150 – Selecting a category; Opening the timeshift function; Storing favorites; Storing the artist, track or game
  • Page 151 – Storing the league or team; Opening the favorites; Activating/deactivating the favorites; Traffic Jump; Selecting a region; Activating/deactivating the jump
  • Page 152 – Automatic update
  • Page 153 – CD/DVD player and CD changer; Playable formats; Audio playback; Selecting a track using the button
  • Page 154 – Selecting a track using iDrive
  • Page 156 – DVD menu
  • Page 158 – Inserting the CD magazine; General malfunctions; CDs/DVDs with copy protection
  • Page 160 – Storing music; Storing files from CDs/DVDs; Interrupting storage
  • Page 161 – Continuing the storage process; Album information; Playing music; Music search
  • Page 162 – Music collection; Restarting the music search
  • Page 163 – Random play sequence; Managing music; Albums; Deleting an album; Deleting a track or directory; Free memory capacity
  • Page 165 – External devices; Connecting; extended connectivity of the; Options for connecting external
  • Page 166 – Audio files
  • Page 171 – Communications
  • Page 172 – For your safety; Suitable mobile phones
  • Page 173 – Switch on ignition
  • Page 174 – Telephone; Connecting a particular mobile phone
  • Page 175 – Adapting volumes; Operation via iDrive; Voice quality
  • Page 176 – Accepting a call; Dialing phone numbers; Calls with multiple parties
  • Page 178 – Redialing
  • Page 179 – Switching between mobile
  • Page 180 – Requirements
  • Page 182 – Selecting an entry
  • Page 183 – Inserting mobile phone; Removing mobile phone
  • Page 184 – New contact
  • Page 186 – Services offered
  • Page 187 – Roadside Assistance; Starting Roadside Assistance
  • Page 188 – TeleService Diagnosis*; Activating BMW Assist*
  • Page 189 – Using BMW Search; Opening the start page; Customer Relations
  • Page 190 – Displaying available services; Activating BMW Assist
  • Page 193 – Mobility
  • Page 194 – Fuel filler flap; Opening; Fuel tank capacity
  • Page 195 – Fuel specifications; Required fuel; Use high-quality brands
  • Page 196 – Tire inflation pressures; Information for your safety
  • Page 198 – Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 128i
  • Page 199 – Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 135i
  • Page 200 – Tire identification marks; Speed code letter
  • Page 201 – Tire condition; Minimum tread depth
  • Page 202 – New wheels and tires; Retreaded tires; Recommended tire brands
  • Page 204 – Hood; Releasing
  • Page 205 – Checking oil level
  • Page 206 – Possible displays; Display via iDrive
  • Page 207 – Adding engine oil; Coolant
  • Page 208 – Checking coolant level
  • Page 209 – Maintenance; BMW Maintenance System; Condition Based Service CBS; Service data in the remote control
  • Page 210 – Socket for Onboard; Data memory
  • Page 211 – Care; Care products; Washing the vehicle
  • Page 212 – Manual car wash
  • Page 213 – Chrome parts; Interior care
  • Page 214 – Interior plastic parts; Fine wood parts; Vehicle storage
  • Page 215 – Replacing components; Onboard vehicle tool kit; Lamps and bulbs; Light-emitting diodes LED
  • Page 216 – Removing the headlamp cover
  • Page 218 – Side turn signals
  • Page 219 – Changing wheels; Jack mounting points; Vehicle battery; Battery care
  • Page 220 – Charging the battery; Fuses; In the glove compartment
  • Page 221 – Giving and receiving assistance; Sending an Emergency Request
  • Page 222 – Preparation; Connecting jumper cables
  • Page 223 – Using a tow fitting
  • Page 224 – Being towed; With a tow rope
  • Page 227 – Reference
  • Page 228 – Engine data
  • Page 229 – Dimensions
  • Page 230 – Technical data; Convertible
  • Page 231 – Weights
  • Page 232 – Capacities
  • Page 233 – Useful short commands
  • Page 237 – Contacts; BMW Assist
  • Page 238 – Settings; Vehicle
  • Page 240 – Index
  • Page 242 – verything from A to Z
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