BMW 630 BROCHURE 2008- User Manual

5 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity The individual vehicle When purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individualized equip-ment and features. This Owner's Manual describes all...

Notes 6 Parts and accessories For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW. When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance wh...

7 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publication thoroughly.Your BMW is covered by the following warran-ties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty >...

At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainted with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. At a glance Online Edition f...

Cockpit 10 Cockpit Around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 Rear window safety switch 38 2 Sun blind * for rear window 105 3 Opening and closing windows 37 4 Adjusting exterior mirrors 48 Automatic curb monitor * 48 5 Folding exterior mirrors in and out * 48 6 Turn signals 62 High beams, h...

Cockpit 12 Instrument cluster 1 Indicator lamps for turn signals 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Tachometer 66 5 Engine oil thermometer 67 6 Display for > Computer 67 Engine oil level 208 > Indicator and warning lamps 71 > Speed of cruise control 65 7 Display for > Seque...

At a g la n c e 13 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Indicator and warning lamps The concept The indicator and warning lamps can light up in different combinations and colors.Some lamps are tested for proper function...

Cockpit 14 Around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

iDriv e 16 iDrive iDrive combines the functions of a large number of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a central position. The following section provides an introduction to basic menu navigation. The control of the individual func-tions is described in connection with the rel...

At a g la n c e 17 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Menu overview Communication > Telephone * > BMW Assist * or TeleService * Navigation or onboard information > Navigation system * > Onboard information...

iDriv e 18 Opening menu items of start menu With the start menu you can open the menu items Communication, Navigation, Entertain-ment and Climate by moving the controller to the left, right, front or rear.You can open the menu by pressing the con-troller. Comfort opening of menu items Comfort openin...

At a g la n c e 19 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Operating principle at a glance Basic operation via iDrive is described in this view. You can view the individual steps under Set-tings on Control Display, Setting...

iDriv e 20 Status information 1 Display for: > Entertainment: Radio, CD > Telephone * in "Communication": Name of linked mobile phone, network search or no network > "BMW Assist" * : Existing voice connection with a service from BMW Assist 2 Entertainment sound output off 3 ...

At a g la n c e 21 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Switching assistance window off/on 1. Move the controller to the right to change to the assistance window and press the con-troller. 2. Select "Assist. window ...

iDriv e 22 Entertainment In the Entertainment menu, the sound source currently heard, e.g. a radio station, is stored, regardless of the selection on the Control Dis-play. 1. Select the desired function, e.g. radio sta-tion or CD. 2. Press the ... button longer than 2 seconds. If the vehicle is equi...

At a g la n c e 23 Re fe re n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Voice command system The concept The voice command system allows you to con-trol operation of various vehicle systems with-out taking your hands off the steering w...

Opening and closing 28 Opening and closing Keys/remote control 1 Remote control with integrated key 2 Spare key 3 Adapter for spare key, in glove compart-ment Remote control with integrated key Each remote control contains a battery which is charged in the ignition lock while driving. Drive a longer...

Co n tr o ls 29 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity remote control is detected and the settings stored for it are called up and carried out.This means that you will always find your BMW set to your own personal sett...

Opening and closing 30 At the same time, the anti-theft system is also operated. It prevents the doors from being unlocked using the lock buttons or door han-dles. In addition, it the remote control is used, the welcome lamps, the interior lamps and the courtesy lamps * are switched on or off. The a...

Opening and closing 32 Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. < Using door lock Do not lock the vehicle from the outside if persons are inside, as unlocking from the inside is not possible without special knowl-edge. &...

Co n tr o ls 33 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity > "Lock after driving" The central locking system locks the vehicle as soon as you start to drive. 8. Press the controller. The setting is selected. The...

Opening and closing 34 Closing Make sure that the closing path of the luggage compartment lid is clear, other- wise injuries may result. < The handle recesses on the interior trim of the luggage compartment lid make it easier to pull down. Emergency release Pull the lever in the cargo bay. The lu...

Co n tr o ls 35 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood, or the luggage com-partment lid are opened > To movements in the vehicle...

Opening and closing 36 Avoiding unintentional alarms The tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor may be switched off at the same time. This pre-vents unintentional alarms, e.g. in the following situations: > In two-level garages > When transporting on car-carrying trains, by sea or on a t...

Co n tr o ls 37 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Please make sure that the ignition and all electronic systems/consumers are switched off before locking to save the bat-tery. < Comfort closing Hold a finger or...

Opening and closing 38 Opening, closing > Press switch to resistance point: The window continues to open as long as you keep the switch pressed. > Press switch beyond resistance point: The window opens automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the opening move-ment. You can close the wind...

Co n tr o ls 39 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Raising Press the switch. The closed glass sunroof is raised and the slid-ing visor opens slightly. Do not use force to close the sliding visor with the glass sunr...

Co n tr o ls 41 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Adjusting Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In the interaction with the safety belts, the ...

Adju sting 42 Seats Note before adjusting Never attempt to adjust your seat while the vehicle is moving. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident. Also on the passenger side, do not incline the backrest too far to the rear whi...

Co n tr o ls 43 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Adjusting active backrest width* First set a comfortable backrest width, see above. Based on the backrest width set, the lat-eral support is automatically adapted ...

Adju sting 44 Safety feature 1. Close the driver's door and switch the igni-tion on or off. 2. Press the desired memory button 1 or 2 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been completed. If the button was pressed inadvertently: press the button again; the LED goes out. Requesting w...

Adju sting 46 Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle. Safety belt reminder for driver's seat and passenger seat* The indicator lamp lights up and a sig-nal sounds. A message also appears on the Control Display. Please check whether the safety belt is correctly positio...

Co n tr o ls 47 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity The maximum temperature is supplied when three LEDs are lit.The temperature is reduced and if need be, the heating is switched off in order to reduce the load on t...

Adju sting 48 Press the respective button once per ventila-tion level. The ventilation level appears on the Control Display. The maximum level is supplied when three LEDs are lit.The air quantity is reduced and if need be, the ventilation is switched off in order to reduce the load on the battery. T...

Co n tr o ls 49 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Interior rearview mirror To reduce the dazzle effect of following vehi-cles at night, turn the knob. Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature* This...

Adju sting 50 Programmable button on steering wheel You can program the button individually.The setting is stored for the remote control cur-rently in use.iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16 . 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. S...

Co n tr o ls 51 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "MDrive" and press the controller. The functions contai...

Co n tr o ls 53 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Transporting children safely The right place for children Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they could endanger themselves and other perso...

Transporting child ren safely 54 Unlocking safety belt 1. Open the belt buckle. 2. Remove the child restraint system. 3. Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in com-pletely. LATCH child restraint fixing system LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHil-dren. Follow the system manufacturer's instruction...

Co n tr o ls 55 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 3 Hook of upper retaining strap 4 Mounting point 5 Rear window shelf 6 Backrest 7 Upper retaining strap of child restraint sys-tem Fold upward or remove covers bef...

Driving 56 Driving Ignition lock Inserting remote control into ignition lock Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock.Radio readiness switches on.Some electronic systems/consumers are ready for operation. Comfort access* With comfort access, only insert the remote control ...

Co n tr o ls 57 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Radio readiness and ignition switched off All indicator and warning lamps in the instru-ment cluster go out. Starting engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms,...

Driving 58 Handbrake The handbrake is primarily intended to prevent the vehicle from rolling while parked; it brakes the rear wheels. Indicator lamp The indicator lamp lights up, and a sig-nal also sounds when starting off. The handbrake is applied.Indicator lamp for Canadian models. Applying The le...

Co n tr o ls 59 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity M Engine Dynamic Control With M Engine Dynamic Control you can influ-ence how sporty the reaction of your vehicle to accelerator pedal movements is to be. Three pr...

Driving 60 Selector lever positions > R: Reverse gear > N: Neutral > Β : Drive position: > +: manual upshifting > –: manual downshifting > D/S: switch between Drive mode and Sequential mode Shiftlock Press the brake pedal before shifting out of N; the shift command will not be exec...

Co n tr o ls 61 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Displays in instrument cluster 1 Gear 1 to 7, R, N engaged 2 Selected driving program, matches the number of illuminated fields, refer to Drivelogic on page 61 3 I...

Driving 62 Selecting driving program via button on steering wheel You can also activate your preferred driving pro-gram with the button on the steering wheel, refer to MDrive on page 50 . With the ignition switched on you can set MDrive on the Control Display.iDrive, for operating principle refer to...

Co n tr o ls 63 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal bulb needs to be replaced. < Signaling briefly Press lever to resistance point and ...

Driving 64 Activating rain sensor Press the button, arrow 3 . The LED in the but- ton lights up. Adjusting rain sensor sensitivity level Turn the knurled wheel 5 . Deactivating rain sensor Press the button again, arrow 3 . The LED goes out. Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automati...

Co n tr o ls 65 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Cruise control The concept The cruise control is available for use at speeds of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h and higher. The vehicle stores and maintains the speed that ...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 66 Everything under control Odometer, outside temperature display, clock 1 Time, outside temperature, refer to Com-puter on page 67 2 Odometer and trip odometer 3 Press button: > with ignition switched on, trip odometer is reset > with ignition switched off, odo...

Co n tr o ls 67 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Engine oil thermometer The general operating temperature lies between 175 7 /80 6 and 250 7 /120 6 . Do not exceed a value of approx. 265 7 /130 6 . If the engine ...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 68 Cruising range Displays the estimated cruising range available with the remaining fuel. The range is projected based on the driving style over the last 20 miles/30 km. Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/ 50 km, otherwise engine...

Co n tr o ls 69 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 2. Turn the controller to select the distance to your destination. If needed, hold it against a slight resistance to enter a larger differ-ence. 3. Press the contr...

Co n tr o ls 71 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 7. Select "State inspection" and press the controller. 8. Select "Set service date" and press the controller. The month is selected. 9. Turn the co...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 72 You can display additional information on most Check Control messages later, e.g. on the cause of the malfunction and on corresponding need for action, see below.In urgent cases, this information will be shown as soon as the corresponding lamp comes on.Exit the dis...

Co n tr o ls 73 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Check Control messages" is selected and press the controller. 6. Select a text message an...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 74 5. Select the speed value and press the con-troller. 6. Turn the controller to set the limit. If needed, hold it against a slight resistance to enter a larger difference. 7. Press the controller to apply the setting.The limit is automatically activated. Applying yo...

Co n tr o ls 75 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Setting time 1. Turn the controller until "Time / Date" is selected and press the controller. 2. Move the controller once to the front if nec-essary to cha...

Co n tr o ls 77 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 6. Select the menu item to be set and press the controller. 7. Select the desired unit of measure and press the controller. The settings are stored for the remote ...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 78 Technology for comfort, convenience and safety PDC Park Distance Control* The concept The PDC assists you when you are parking. Acoustic signals and an optical display * alert you to the approach of an object from behind your vehicle. ...

Co n tr o ls 79 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity PDC with visual warning* You can also have the system show distances to objects on the Control Display. Objects that are farther away are already shown there befor...

Co n tr o ls 81 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity You can also activate and deactivate the M Dynamic Mode with the MDM button. Deactivating MDM again Press the button on the steering wheel or the MDM button * agai...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 82 Display of the previously described malfunction in Canadian models. Starting assistant On slopes The starting assistant enables you to start off conveniently on slopes. The handbrake is not required for this purpose. 1. Hold the vehicl...

Co n tr o ls 83 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Manual transmission: Press the EDC button repeatedly: > "Comfort": LED off. > "Normal": one LED lights up. > "Sport": both LEDs li...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 84 Via iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16 : 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is selected and press the controller. 4. S...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 86 ing driving. The tires are shown in green on the Control Display. If a flat tire is detected during resetting and applying the tire inflation pressures, all tires are shown in yellow on the Control Dis-play. The message "Tire low!&...

Co n tr o ls 87 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to fun...

Co n tr o ls 91 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 6. Change into the second field from the top. Turn the controller until "Brightness" is selected and press the controller. 7. Turn the controller until the...

La mp s 92 Lamps Parking lamps/low beams 0 Lights off and daytime running lamps * 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps * 2 Low beams and welcome lamps 3 Automatic headlamp control, daytime run-ning lamps * , welcome lamps, Adaptive Head Light * and high-beam assistant * If you open the driver's...

La mp s 94 Adaptive Head Light* The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables better illumination of the road surface. Depending on the steering angle and other parameters, the light from the headlamp follows the course of the road.In tight curves at speeds up to...

La mp s 96 Switching off via iDrive iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16 . 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "Vehicle / Tires" and press the con-troller. 5. Ch...

Co n tr o ls 97 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Climate Automatic climate control 1 Air directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air for the upper body region, refer to Front ventilation on page 101 3 A...

Climate 98 16 Air grill for interior temperature sensor – please keep clear and unobstructed The current setting for air distribution is dis-played on the Control Display. A congenial climate The AUTO program offers the optimum air dis-tribution and air volume for virtually all condi-tions, refer to...

Co n tr o ls 99 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 2. Select the field by moving the controller and turning the controller to adjust the temper-ature. You can also adjust the temperature in the upper body region wi...

Climate 100 6. Turn the controller to adjust the air distribu-tion. Driver's side: 1 Air directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air for the upper body 3 Air to footwell Front passenger side: 4 Air for the upper body 5 Air to footwell Pressing the AUTO button cancels the manual air distrib...

Co n tr o ls 101 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity > with sufficient battery voltage > at an outside temperature below 77 7 / 25 6 From radio readiness the interior temperature, the air volume and the air di...

Climate 102 The air emerges through the upper body region vent outlets in the instrument panel. These vent outlets must be open for the system to operate.The parked car ventilation is operated via iDrive. Switching on and off directly iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16 . 1. Open the st...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 104 Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control* The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held transmit-ters for various remote-controlled accessories, such as garage and gate or lighting systems. ...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 106 Sun blinds for rear side windows Pull the loop of the roller sun blind and hook onto bracket. Do not open the window with the roller sun blind deployed. Otherwise, there is a risk of damage and injury at higher speeds. < Glove compartment Opening Pull the ha...

Co n tr o ls 107 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Opening upper compartment Press button and fold cover upward. Accessing lower compartment Press the button at the front and fold the upper compartment or the tele...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 108 In front of gearshift lever* Clothes hooks Clothes hooks are located near the grab han-dles in the rear. When hanging clothing on the hooks, ensure that it will not obstruct the driver's vision. Do not hang heavy objects on the hooks. If you do so, they could c...

Co n tr o ls 109 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle, otherwise children could, for example, use the lighter and burn themselves. < Ashtray, rear* E...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 110 Center armrest, rear Storage tray: Pull the cover upward, arrow 1 . Access to cup holders: Press button 2 and open the cover. Through-loading system* Opening 1. Open the buckle of the center safety belt in the rear and insert the latch plate at the end of the b...

Co n tr o ls 111 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Loading 1. Fold down the center armrest, press the button and open the cover. 2. Press the button again; the cover in the cargo bay opens. If you press the button...

Driving tips This section is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Driving tips Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

Things to re memb er when driving 114 Things to remember when driving Break-in period Moving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. To ensure that your vehicle contin-ues to provide optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful a...

Things to re memb er when driving 116 When vehicle is parked Condensation forms in the air conditioner sys-tem during operation, and then exits under the vehicle. Traces of condensed water under the vehicle are therefore normal. Before driving into a car wash Fold in the exterior mirrors, refer to p...

D riv in g ti ps 117 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Load The permissible load is the total of the weight of occupants and cargo/luggage. The greater the weight of occupants, the less cargo/luggage can be transporte...

Things to re memb er when driving 118 Roof-mounted luggage rack* A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW. Please comply with the precau-tions included with the installation instructions. Mounting points The mounting points are located in the door openings. Loading roof-mounted l...

D riv in g ti ps 119 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity BMW M5 Engineering V10 High Output Engine With a 305 cu in/5 liter displacement, the high-speed V10 engine generates a maximum out-put of 373 kW and a maximum tor...

Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Navigation Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

S tart ing navi gatio n s y st em 122 Starting navigation system Your navigation system can use satellites to ascertain the precise position of your vehicle and guide you reliably to any destination you enter. Navigation DVD The navigation system requires a special navi-gation DVD. The latest versio...

Destination entry 124 Destination entry In entering your destination you can select from among the following options: > Entering a destination manually, see below > Entering destination via voice*, refer to page 127 > Selecting destination using information, refer to page 129 > Selecting...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 125 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Selecting country 1. Select "State / Province" or the displayed country and press the controller. The list of available countries appears on the display. ...

Destination entry 126 > Enter a blank space:Select the symbol and press the con-troller. > Delete individual numbers or letters:Move the controller toward the right to select and press the controller. > Delete all numbers or letters:Move the controller toward the right to select and press a...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 127 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Starting destination guidance with manual destination entry > Select "Start guidance" and press the con-troller.Destination guidance starts immediately...

Destination entry 128 The town/city can also be selected from the list via iDrive:Turn the controller until the destination is selected and press the controller. Entering the destination as an entire word* Towns/cities and streets located in the region where the language of the voice command sys-tem...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 129 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 3. Select "Input map" and press the controller. A section of a map is displayed on the Con-trol Display: > During destination guidance, around the curr...

Destination entry 130 4. Press the controller. 5. Make your selection, e.g. "Hotels and res-taurants", and press the controller. 6. Enter search criteria if necessary, e.g. the maximum distance from the current loca-tion. 7. Select "<Start search>" and press the con-troller.The...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 131 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Select "Navigation" and press the controller. The last destination entered is the first item in the destination list. This symbol indicates the current de...

Destination entry 132 4. Enter name and address, also refer to Entering a destination manually, page 124 . 5. Select "Store in address book" and press the controller.The entry is stored in the address book. You can also store a destination from the desti-nation list in the address book, refe...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 133 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 4. Change entry.For operation, refer to Entering a destina-tion manually, page 124 . 5. Select "Store in address book" and press the controller. Deleting ...

Destination entry 134 Selecting route You can influence the calculated route by choosing certain route criteria. You can change the route criteria as often as you like while entering the destination and whenever the des-tination guidance is active.The route is planned according to fixed rules. The t...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 135 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Word matching principle The system supports the word matching princi-ple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns. The system runs ongoing...

Destination guidance 136 Destination guidance Starting destination guidance Via iDrive iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16 . 1. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until "Navigation" is selected and press the controller. 2. Select a destination from the desti...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 137 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 2. Select "Zielführung beenden" and press the controller. When you park the vehicle before reaching the entered destination, the following question is dis...

Destination guidance 138 1 Street name for change of direction 2 Distance up to change of direction 3 Change of direction To exit the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. Displaying map view You can have your current position displayed on a map. After starting the destination guidance, t...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 139 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Displaying streets and towns/cities of route You can have the roads and towns along the route displayed during destination guidance.The distances remaining to be ...

Destination guidance 140 Repeating and canceling voice instructions With the programmable button on the steering wheel you can also make the following settings, refer to page 50 : > Repeat the voice instruction:Press button. > Switch voice instructions on/off:Press button longer. Setting volum...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 141 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is selected and press the controller. 4. Turn the controller until "Traffic Info set-tings" is selected an...

Destination guidance 142 3. Select "Traffic Info" and press the control-ler. First the traffic information along the planned route is shown sorted according to the distance to the current vehicle position. Depiction of traffic information in map view The traffic information symbols are shown...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 143 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Traffic information during destination guidance System response will vary depending on whether or not "Dynamic route" is selected. Displaying traffic obst...

On /o ff a n d t o n e 148 On/off and tone The following audio sources have shared controls and setting options: > Professional * radio or Business radio > CD player > CD changer * Controls The audio sources can be operated using: > Buttons in the area of the CD player > iDrive > B...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 149 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity You have the following choices: > "FM" and "AM": radio reception > "WB": Weather Band station > "SAT": satellite radio &g...

On /o ff a n d t o n e 150 2. Move the controller to the left or right to select "Treble" or "Bass". 3. Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected. Balance and fader You can adjust the volume distribution in the same manner as "Treble / Bass". > "Balance...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 151 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity 1. Select "Surround Settings" and press the controller. 2. Select "Concert hall" or "Theater". 3. Press the controller.LOGIC7 spatial soun...

Ra di o 152 Radio Your radio provides reception of the FM and AM wavebands. Listening to radio Press the knob if the sound output is switched off.iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16 . 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertain...

Ra di o 154 3. Select "Manual" and press the controller. 4. Turn the controller to set a certain fre-quency. Updating stations with best reception Radio Professional on "AM" and Radio Busi-ness:If you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 155 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity 5. Select "Store" and press the controller. "Presets" is displayed. 6. Turn the controller until the desired mem-ory position is selected. 7. Pres...

Ra di o 156 Automatically sorting stations* For the "All stations" selection criterion, you can set whether the most frequently used sta-tions are displayed at the beginning. 1. Select "All stations" and press the control-ler."Set" is selected. 2. Select "Favorites" a...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 157 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity 6. Select "Off" and press the controller. The reception of digital stations is activated. This symbol is displayed when a station is being received digita...

Ra di o 158 Displaying additional information With the digital stations, additional information on the current track is displayed, e.g. the name of the artist. 1. Select a station and press the controller. 2. Select "Details" and press the controller. The information is displayed. If a digit...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 159 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Satellite radio You can receive over 100 different channels with high sound quality.The channels are offered to you in predefined packages. To receive the channel...

Sa tellite radi o 160 Selecting and storing channel 1. Select "SAT" and press the controller. Channels or categories appear in the Con-trol Display. 2. Select a menu item: > "Presets":Up to twelve channels you have stored previously. > "All channels":All channels are di...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 161 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Storing channel 1. Select desired channel. 2. Press the controller.Other menu items are displayed. 3. Select "Store" and press the controller. "Preset...

CD player and CD changer 162 CD player and CD changer Listening to CDs Compressed audio files* CDs with compressed audio files, i.e. MP3, can be played by the CD player, but not by the CD changer. CD player: starting CD With two drives:The upper drive is for audio CDs. Inserting CD Insert the CD int...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 163 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity CD changer: starting CD Fill the CD magazine and insert, refer to page 166 . Via iDrive 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller bac...

CD player and CD changer 164 To change the directory:Select the directory and press the controller. To exit from the menu: Select the arrow and press the controller. You can store a certain track on the program-mable memory/direct selection buttons, refer to page 21 . Displaying information on track...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 165 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity To end sampling: 1. Press the controller. 2. Select "Scan directory" or "Scan all" and press the controller. This cancels sampling, and the player...

CD player and CD changer 166 > To play all tracks of the CD in random order, select "Random all" and press the controller. To stop random function: 1. Press the controller. 2. Select "Random directory" or "Random all" and press the controller. Fast forward/reverse Buttons ...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 167 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Notes BMW CD/DVD players and changers are officially designated Class 1 laser prod- ucts. Do not operate if the cover is damaged, otherwise severe eye damage can ...

AUX-In con n ec tion 168 AUX-In connection You can connect an external audio device, e.g. an MP3 player, and play the sound via the vehi-cle loudspeakers. The sound can be adjusted via iDrive. Connecting 1 Connection for audio playback:1/8 in/3,5 mm jack plug To play audio tracks through the vehicle...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 169 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity USB/audio interface You can connect audio devices to the USB/audio interface, e.g. an iPod or a USB device (MP3 player, USB memory stick). You can then operate th...

US B/audio interf ace 170 Starting audio playback Via iDrive If the audio device has a device name, this will be displayed if possible. 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment". 3. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the co...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t D riv in g ti ps 171 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls C o m m uni ca ti o n s M o bi lity Repeating a track 1. Select the current track and press the con-troller. 2. Select "Repeat track" and press the con-troller. To stop repeating: 1. Press t...

Communications This chapter summarizes how to operate your mobile phone using iDrive or voice control and how to use BMW Assist or TeleService. Communications Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

Telep h oning 174 Telephoning The concept Your BMW is equipped with a full mobile phone preparation package. After pairing a suitable mobile phone in the vehicle once, you can oper-ate the mobile phone via iDrive, with the buttons on the steering wheel and by voice.A mobile phone that has been paire...

175 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity mobile phone from the vehicle if you wish to place a call with the mobile phone. Commissioning Pairing mobile phone in vehicle The following prerequisites must be...

Telep h oning 176 7. Change into the second field from the top, select "Phone" and press the controller. 8. Select "Pair new phone" and press the con-troller. 9. Select "Start pairing" and press the control-ler. The Bluetooth name of the vehicle is dis-played. Preparation wit...

177 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity As soon as a mobile phone is detected by the vehicle, the phone book entries stored on the SIM card or on your mobile phone are transmit-ted to your vehicle. This...

Telep h oning 178 List of paired mobile phones The mobile phones for which the vehicle has stored the pairing data can be displayed. If sev-eral paired mobile phones are detected by the vehicle simultaneously, you can operate the mobile phone highest up in the list via the vehi-cle.You can change th...

179 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity With a single drive: > Select the desired mobile phone and press the controller. 8. Select "Delete device" and press the con-troller. The unpaired mobi...

Telep h oning 180 Adjusting volume Turn the knob during a call to select the desired volume.This volume for the hands-free system is main-tained, even if the other audio sources are set to minimum volume.You can also adjust the volume with buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11 . The settin...

181 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity Receiving calls If you have the phone number of the caller stored in the phone book and the phone num-ber has been transmitted, the name of the entry is displayed...

Telep h oning 182 2. "End call" is selected:Press the controller. Dialing a phone number from phone book or a phone number stored in a list Phone numbers you have called, incoming calls and the entries of the phone book are stored in lists when the mobile phone is connected to the vehicle vi...

185 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity Changing between mobile phone and hands-free system From mobile phone to hands-free system* You can continue calls begun outside the Blue-tooth range of the vehic...

Telep h oning 186 Example: dialing phone numbers To start the dialog:Press the button on the steering wheel. Setting volume of instructions You can adjust the volume for the instructions from the system: Turn the knob during instructions.This volume for the instructions is maintained, even if the ot...

187 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity Creating and editing voice phone book* Store entry:An entry always consists of a name and phone number. Delete entry:You can delete any entry from the voice phone...

Telep h oning 188 Mounting/removing snap-in adapter 1. Press the area 1 around the button and remove the cover. 2. Insert the snap-in adapter at the front and press down until it engages. To remove the snap-in adapter:Press the area 1 around the button. Inserting mobile phone 1. Remove the protectiv...

189 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity BMW Assist BMW Assist provides you with various services. For example, the position data of your vehicle can be transmitted to the BMW Assist Response Center if a...

BMW Assis t 190 In addition, you can be provided with other ser-vices, e.g. the concierge service or information on route planning, traffic conditions, and the weather. With Critical Calling, you can make a limited number of calls via the BMW Assist Response Center, e.g. if you do not have your mobi...

BMW Assis t 192 The data relevant for service are transmitted. Your BMW center will contact you to set up an appointment for service. Contacting BMW Customer Relations For information on all aspects of your vehicle, you can contact BMW Customer Relations. 1. Press the button. This opens the start me...

193 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity Displaying transmitted data Select the received message if necessary and press the controller. Dialing a phone number or transferring an address for destination g...

BMW Assis t 194 Blocking services* If you block the services, the connection to BMW Assist is deactivated. 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Turn the controller until "Settings" is selected and press the controller. 4. Turn the contr...

195 En te rt a in m e n t Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on M o bi lity 4. Turn the controller until "BMW Service set-tings" is selected and press the controller. 5. Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller unti...

Mobility This section helps you maintain your mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, service, maintenance and roadside assistance. Mobility Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

R e fueling 198 Refueling Switch off the engine before refueling, otherwise no fuel can be filled into the tank and a message is displayed. < When handling fuel, always observe all applicable precautionary measures and regulations. Never transport reserve fuel con-tainers in the vehicle. These co...

M o bi lity 199 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t A message * is displayed if the cap is loose or missing. Fuel specifications Do not use leaded gasoline, otherwise permanent damage to the catalytic con- verter w...

Wh eels and tire s 200 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety The condition of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure are crucial not only to the tire's service life, but also to driving com-fort and most importantly, driving safety. Checking press...

M o bi lity 201 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Observe all national and local maximum speed limits, otherwise violations of the law could occur. Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side ...

Wh eels and tire s 202 DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C All passenger car tires must conform to Federal Safety Requirements in addition to these grades. < Tread wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under ...

M o bi lity 203 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Wear indicators at the tread-groove base, refer to arrow, are distributed over the tire's circum-ference and are marked on the side of the tire with TWI – Tread W...

Wh eels and tire s 204 Wheels with electronics for TPM Tire Pressure Monitor When mounting new tires or converting from summer to winter tires or vice versa, only use wheels with TPM electronics, otherwise the Tire Pressure Monitor cannot detect a flat tire, refer to page 84 . Your BMW center will b...

Under t h e ho od 206 Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required professional technical training. If you do not know what repair procedures to follow, have work on your vehicle done only by your BMW center or a workshop that works ac...

M o bi lity 207 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Engine compartment 1 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil, page 210 2 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 211 3 Starting-aid terminal, ref...

Under t h e ho od 208 Engine oil The engine oil consumption is dependent on driving style and driving conditions. Checking engine oil level Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic oil level check.The oil level can be displayed when the engine is at operating temperature. Constant short-distance ...

Under t h e ho od 210 Do not add engine oil. Before continuing to drive, note the recalculated remaining mile-age until the next oil change service, refer to Service requirements on page 69 . Have the system checked as soon as possible. Adding engine oil Do not add oil until a value slightly above t...

M o bi lity 211 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Coolant Do not add coolant to the cooling system when the engine is hot. Escaping coolant can cause burns. < Coolant is composed of equal parts water and a coo...

Maintenance 212 Maintenance BMW maintenance system The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The ultimate objective is to ensure economical maintenance by providing the ideal service for your vehicle.Should the day come when you decide to s...

M o bi lity 213 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnostics interface Components which are decisive for the exhaust-gas composition can be checked via the OBD socket with a device.This so...

Replacing components 214 Replacing components Onboard toolkit The onboard toolkit is located in the luggage compartment lid.Loosen the wing nut to open. Wiper blade replacement 1. Fold the wiper arm out and grasp firmly. 2. Press the safety tabs together while sliding the wiper blade toward the fron...

Replacing components 216 Turn signals, front 21-watt bulb, PY21W 1. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove. 2. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turning it to the left for removal and replace-ment. Side-mounted turn signals 5-watt bulb, W5W 1. Press back against the front edge of the lamp...

M o bi lity 217 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 3. Turn the lock to the left and remove the bulb holder. 4. Backup lamps: Remove and replace the bulb. Other lamps: Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while turnin...

Replacing components 218 Please observe the best-by date on the sealant bottle. < The M Mobility System consists of 1 Sealant bottle and sticker with speed limit 2 Filling hose from sealant bottle to wheel Model with pressure gauge on hose* 3 Connector and cable for lighter socket 4 Mounting for ...

Replacing components 220 the selector lever into a drive position with the sequential transmission.Have all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain outside the imme-diate area in a safe place, such as behind a guardrail. If a warning triangle * or portable hazard warning...

Replacing components 222 Vehicle battery Battery care The battery is 100 % maintenance-free, i.e., the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the vehicle is operated in a temperate cli-mate. Your BMW center will be glad to advise in all matters concerning the battery. Charging batter...

M o bi lity 223 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t Giving and receiving assistance Emergency request Conditions for an emergency request: > Full preparation package mobile phone. With this equipment, an emergen...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 224 First-aid kit* Some of the articles contained in the first-aid kit have a limited service life. Therefore, check the expiration dates of the contents regularly and replace the contents concerned in good time if necessary. The first-aid kit is located in the lugg...

M o bi lity 225 Re fe re n c e At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 4. Attach one end of the jumper cable minus/– to the negative terminal of the battery or to an engine or body ground of the assisting vehicle.Your BMW M5 has a sp...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 226 This then requires increased effort for braking and steering. < Switch on the hazard warning flashers depend-ing on the local regulations. If the electrical sys-tem fails, mark the vehicle to be towed, e.g. with a sign or warning triangle in the rear window. ...

Reference This chapter contains the technical data, the short commands of the voice command system, and the index that will direct you as quickly as possible to the information you are looking for. Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

Technical data 230 Technical data Engine data M5 Displacement cu in/cm μ 305.1/4,999 No. of cylinders 10 Maximum output hp 500 at engine speed rpm 7,750 Maximum torque lb ft/Nm 383/520 at engine speed rpm 6,100 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

Re fe re n c e 231 At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Dimensions All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 40.7 ft/12.4 m Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 238 - © 08/07 BMW AG

Technical data 232 Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Capacities M5 Curb weight lbs./kg 4,012/1,820 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs./kg 5,071/2,300 Load lbs./kg 1,058/480 Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2,403/1,090 Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 2,80...

Re fe re n c e 233 At a g la n c e Co n tr o ls D riv in g ti ps C o m m uni ca ti o n s Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity Short commands of voice command system With short commands you can run certain func-tions directly, regardless of which menu item is selected. Here are the import...

E verything from A to Z 238 Everything from A to Z Index "..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions, and indicates where to find them in the text. A ABS Antilock Brake System 79 – indicator lamp 81 Accepted calls 182 Accessories 6 Accident, refer to Emergency ...

E verything from A to Z 240 Brakes– ABS Antilock Brake System 79 – brake assistant 80 – brake force display 87 – breaking-in 114 – CBC Cornering Brake Control 79 – electronic brake-force distribution 79 – handbrake 58 – refer to Braking safely 115 – warning lamps 13 Brake system 114 – brake pads 114...