BMW M6 Coupe 2006- 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 For your own safety Maintenance and repairs Advanced technology, e.g. the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, requires specially adapted mainte-nance and repair methods. Have corresponding work on your BMW performed only by your BMW center or a workshop that works accor...

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 Opening and closing windows 37 2 Folding exterior mirrors in and out * 43 3 Adjusting exterior mirrors 43 Automatic parking function 44 4 Turn signals 56 High beams, headlamp flasher 81 High-beam assistant * 81 Roadside parking la...

Cockpit 12 Instrument cluster 1 Indicator lamps for turn signals 2 Speedometer 3 Indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Tachometer 59 5 Engine oil thermometer 60 6 Display for > Computer 60 Engine oil level 176 > Indicator and warning lamps 64 > Speed of cruise control 58 7 Displays for > Sequ...

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 Indicator and warning lamps can light up both in the display area 1 and in the display 2 in various combinations and colors...

Cockpit 14 Around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

iDriv e 16 iDrive iDrive combines the functions of a multitude 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 individual functions is described in connection with the relevant eq...

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 info, e.g. ...

iDriv e 18 Opening menu items of start menu From the start menu, you can call up the four menu items Communication, Navigation, Enter-tainment, and Climate by moving the controller left, right, forward, or back.You can open the menu by pressing the con-troller. Comfort opening of menu items Convenie...

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 D...

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 on/off 1. Move the controller to the right to switch to the assistance window and press the con-troller. 2. Select "Assist. window ...

Vo ic e c o mm an d s y st em 22 Voice command system The concept The voice command system allows you to con-trol operation of various vehicle systems with-out ever removing your hands from the steering wheel.Individual menu items on the Control Display can be spoken as commands. This frees you of h...

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 automatically charged in the ignition lock while driving. ...

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 Remove the adapter from the holder in the glove compartment and slide the spare key into the adapter before use. Personal Profile The concept You can set a number ...

Opening and closing 30 > Compartment in the front center console > Luggage compartment lid > Fuel filler door Operating from outside > via the remote control > via the door lock > with comfort access * via the door handles These actions operate the anti-theft system at the same tim...

Co n tr o ls 31 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 Convenience opening mode Press the button longer: The windows are opened. Locking doors Press the button. Switching on interior lamps With vehicle locked:Press the...

Opening and closing 32 > this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. < Using door lock When unlocking 1. Turni...

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 automati-cally locks the vehicle as soon as you start to drive. 7. Press the controller. The setting i...

Opening and closing 34 Opening from inside Press the button:The luggage compartment lid opens, provided that it is not locked or the hotel function is not activated, refer to the above section. Opening from outside Press the upper half of the BMW emblem or press the button on the remote control for ...

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: > To the opening of a door, the hood, or the luggage compartment lid > To movements in the vehicl...

Opening and closing 36 > In stacking garages > When transporting on car-carrying trains > When animals are to remain in the vehicle Switching off tilt alarm sensor and interior motion sensor Press the button on the remote control again as soon as the vehicle is locked.The indicator lamp lig...

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 Comfort locking Hold a finger or the back of the hand on the sur-face, arrow 2 or 3 . The windows are closed. Watch during the closing process to be sure that no o...

Opening and closing 38 > Press the switch beyond the resistance point:The window opens automatically. Pressing the switch again stops the opening move-ment. You can close the windows in the same manner by pulling the switch.For information on using the convenience oper-ation mode at the door lock...

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 Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital con-tribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. In the interaction with the safety belts, th...

Adju stmen ts 40 ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an accident.On the front passenger side as well, do not tilt the backrest too far toward the rear. Failure to observe this precaution can prevent the belt from providing effective protection against injury, as the passenger could slide u...

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 3. Press the button: The LED in the button lights up. 4. Press the desired memory button 1 , 2 or 3 : The LED goes out. Requesting Do not request a position from t...

Adju stmen ts 42 Adjust the head restraint so that its center is approx. at ear level. Otherwise there is increased danger of injury in the event of an accident. < Adjusting height > To raise: pull the head restraint upward. > To lower: slide the head restraint down-ward. To reach the lowes...

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 Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle. Releasing 1. Hold the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the belt buckle. 3. Guide the...

Adju stmen ts 44 Adjusting manually You can also adjust the mirrors manually by pressing against the outer edges of their mirror glass. Folding exterior mirrors in and out Pressing button 3 allows you to fold mirrors in and out up to a speed of approx. 20 mph/30 km/h. This is advantageous, for examp...

Co n tr o ls 45 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 Storing the steering-wheel position, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory, page 40 . Electric steering wheel lock The steering wheel locks or unlocks au...

Adju stmen ts 46 MDrive With MDrive you can configure several individ-ual settings for your vehicle on the Control Dis-play and activate them simultaneously with the button on the steering wheel. Configuring settings With the ignition switched on you can change the settings of MDrive on the Control ...

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 Activating settings Press the button on the steering wheel. The indicator lamp in the instrument cluster lights up. The settings made on the Control Display for th...

Transporting child ren safely 48 Transporting children safely The right place for children Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening the doors. < Children always in the rear Accident research shows that the safest...

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 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. Child restraint system ...

Driving 50 Driving Ignition lock Insert the remote control as far as possible into the ignition lock. > Radio readiness switches on.Some electrical devices are ready for oper-ation. > The electric steering-wheel lock audibly disengages. Before moving the vehicle, insert the remote control into...

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 Starting engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhaling of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain...

Driving 52 Indicator lamp The indicator lamp lights up, and a sig-nal also sounds when starting off. The handbrake is engaged.Indicator lamp for Canadian models. Engaging The lever engages automatically. Releasing Pull slightly upwards, press the button and lower the lever. If exceptional circumstan...

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 N Idle Always engage before starting engine.If the driving situation requires, e.g. when down-shifting on a slippery road surface, the Sequen-tial Manual Transmiss...

Driving 54 Using shift paddles on steering wheel > To upshift, briefly pull the right shift paddle +. > To downshift, briefly pull the left shift paddle –. Drivelogic With Drivelogic various driving programs are available to you.Each time you change between the Sequential mode and the Drive mo...

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 7. Press the controller to select driving pro-grams. 8. Turn the controller to set driving program. 9. Press the controller. Shift lights To achieve the best vehic...

Driving 56 Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signals Using turn signals Move the lever beyond the resistance point.To switch off manually, only press the lever as far as the resistance point. Atypically rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates the failure of...

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 The system reverts to operation at normal speed whenever the vehicle is stationary. Rain sensor Wiper operation is controlled automatically as a function of the ra...

Driving 58 Do not use the cruise control under driv-ing conditions that do not permit a con- stant speed, e.g. when driving on winding roads, in heavy traffic or in poor road conditions such as snow, rain, ice, and loose road surface. Otherwise, you could lose control of the vehicle and cause an acc...

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 Everything under control Odometer, outside temperature display, clock 1 Time, outside temperature, refer to Com-puter on page 60 2 Odometer and trip odometer 3 Pre...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 60 Engine oil temperature gauge 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 oil temperature is too high, the per-missible engine speed, and with it the available engine out...

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 Service requirements The remaining driving distance and the date for the next maintenance are displayed briefly with the ignition switched on.The first oil change ...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 64 1. Open the start menu. 2. Press the controller to open the menu. 3. Select "Service" and press the controller. 4. Select "Service requirements" and press the controller. 5. Select "Status" and press the controller. 6. Select "Emission i...

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 Explanatory text messages Text messages at the bottom edge of the Con-trol Display explain the meaning of the indicator and warning lamps displayed. You can displa...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 66 4. Select "Check Control messages" and press the controller. 5. Select a message and press the controller. To exit from the menu immediately:Select the arrow and press the controller. Displaying the urgency of malfunctions Depending on the equipment, the st...

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 5. Select the speed value and press the con-troller. 6. Turn the controller to set the limit. If neces-sary, hold it against a slight resistance to enter a greater...

E ve ryth ing un de r co nt rol 68 3. Turn the controller until "Display settings" is selected and press the controller. Setting time 1. Move the controller once to the front if nec-essary to change to the first field from the top. 2. Turn the controller until "Time" is selected and ...

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. Select "Set date" and press the controller. The first section of the date display is high-lighted, in this case the month 3. Turn the controller to make...

Te ch nolo gy fo r co mfort , c o nve n ie nc e an d sa fe ty 70 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 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 are already shown there before a signal tone sounds. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to p...

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 To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the system switched on when possi- ble. < Reactivating DSC Press the DSC button; the indicator lamp in the inst...

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 1. Reduce speed and stop the vehicle care-fully. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. 2. Identify damaged tire. To do this, check the tire inflation pressu...

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 Operational readiness of airbag system From radio readiness, refer to page 50 , the warning lamp lights up briefly, indicating the operational readiness of the ent...

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 5. If necessary, move the controller to the left to select "Head-Up Display". 6. Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected. The setting is ...

La mp s 80 Lamps Parking lamps/low beams 0 Lights off and daytime running lamps * 1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps * 2 Low beams 3 Automatic headlamp control, daytime run- ning lamps * , Adaptive Head Light * and high-beam assistant * Parking lamps In switch position 1 , the front, rear and...

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 5. Select "Pathway lighting" and press the controller. 6. Turn the controller to select the desired duration. 7. Press the controller to apply the setting....

La mp s 82 vene at any time and switch the high beams on and off in the accustomed manner. Activating high-beam assistant 1. Turn the light switch to switch position 3 , refer to page 80 . 2. Press the turn signal lever in the high beam direction with the low beams switched on. The indicator lamp in...

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 Instrument lighting The lighting intensity can be adjusted with the knurled wheel with the parking lamps/low beams switched on. Interior lamps Control of the inter...

Climate 84 Climate Automatic climate control 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air for the upper body area, refer to Ventilation on page 87 3 Air to footwell 4 Temperature, left side of passenger compartment 5 Maximum cooling 6 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 7...

Co n tr o ls 85 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 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 vo...

Climate 86 4. Select the field by moving the controller and adjust the temperature by turning the con-troller. Defrosting windows and removing condensation Quickly remove ice and condensa-tion from the windshield and front side windows. Rear window defroster The rear window defroster switches off au...

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 body. It is therefore necessary for these vents to be open for maximum cooling. AUC Automatic recirculated-air control/recirculated-air mode You can respond to unp...

Climate 88 dard part of your scheduled maintenance. You can have more detailed information shown on the Control Display, refer to page 63 . Parked car ventilation The concept The parked car ventilation blows air into the passenger compartment to lower interior tem-peratures.It is ready to use in the...

Co n tr o ls 89 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 time and press the controller. The first time setting is highlighted. 7. Turn the controller to make the adjustment. 8. Press the controller to apply...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 90 Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control* The concept The integrated universal remote control replaces up to three different hand-held trans-mitters for various items of radio-controlled equipment such as door openers and house alarm sy...

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 The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter.You can operate the system when the engine is running or ...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 92 Remove the flashlight from the socket when needed. Be sure that the flashlight is switched off when it is inserted into its socket. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to overcharging and damage. < Center armrest A storage compartment is located...

Co n tr o ls 93 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 Another storage space is located in the luggage compartment in the right side panel. If you wish, this is also suitable to store the onboard docu-mentation. Clothe...

Practical interi or acc ess orie s 94 The lighter can be removed as soon as it pops back out. Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touching it in other areas could result in burns.Always take along the remote control when you leave the vehicle; otherwise, children cou...

Co n tr o ls 95 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 Securing cargo After loading, secure the ski bag and its con-tents. To do so, tighten the retaining belt at the buckle. Secure the ski bag in this way. If you fail...

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 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Things to re memb er when driving 98 Things to remember when driving Breaking-in Moving parts need time to adjust to one another. To ensure that your vehicle continues to provide optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful attention to the f...

D riv in g ti ps 99 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 the risk of serious property damage as well as personal injury. < Mobile communications devices in vehicle BMW advises against using mobile com-munications devi...

Things to re memb er when driving 100 Driving in wet conditions When driving on wet roads or in heavy rain, it is a good idea to apply light pressure to the brake pedal every few miles. Monitor traffic conditions to ensure that this maneuver does not endan-ger other road users. The heat generated in...

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 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

S tart ing navi gatio n s y st em 106 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...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 107 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 Destination entry In entering your destination you can select from among the following options: > Entering a destination manually, see below > Entering dest...

Destination entry 108 2. Press the controller. 3. Select "Enter address" and press the con-troller. The system also assists you with the following features: > If you do not enter a street, the system will guide you to the downtown area of a town or city. > You can skip the entry of cou...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 109 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. Enter additional letters if necessary.The list gradually grows smaller each time you enter a new letter. > To enter blank space if necessary:Select the symb...

Destination entry 110 The related town/city is displayed after the street name.If a town/city has already been entered, you can undo this entry. This may be practical if the desired street does not exist in the entered des-tination, because, for example, it belongs to another part of the town/city. ...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 111 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 Say the name of the destination country in the language of the voice input system. Entering destination To enter the destination, spell it using...

Destination entry 112 3. Select "Input map" and press the controller. A section of a map is displayed on the Con-trol Display: > During destination guidance, centered around the current destination > With the destination guidance deacti-vated, centered around the last destina-tion ente...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 113 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. Select a location: > "On destination" > "On location" > "On a new destination" 5. Press the controller. 6. Make your selection...

Destination entry 114 Editing the destination list 1. Select the desired destination from the des-tination list and press the controller. 2. The selected destination can be edited: > Saving entry:Select "Add to address book". > Displaying information on destination:Select "Informat...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 115 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 You can also enter your current position in the address book if you have left the sector covered by the navigation DVD. In this case, you must enter a name. Selec...

Destination entry 116 4. Select "Delete data" and press the control-ler. 5. Select "Delete address book" and press the controller. 6. Select "Yes" and press the controller. Storing home address You can store your current position or the cur-rent destination as a home address ...

Na v iga ti on 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 En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity 3. Select a route criterion for the route: > "With highways"Freeways and major traffic arteries are given priority. > "Avoid highways"Freewa...

Destination guidance 118 Destination guidance Starting destination guidance iDrive, for explanation of 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 destinatio...

Na v iga ti on 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 En te rt a in m e n t M o bi lity see the question:"Continue guidance to destination?".The destination guidance starts automatically after a short time.To start destination guidance immedi...

Destination guidance 120 1. Select "Navigation" and press the control-ler. 2. Change into the fourth field from the top. Turn the controller until the desired map view is selected: > "Map facing north" > "Map direction of travel" > "Perspective" 3. Press the ...

Na v iga ti on D riv in g ti ps 121 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 Destination guidance through voice instructions Switching voice instructions on/off Voice instructions can be switched on or off during the destination guidance i...

Destination guidance 122 This volume is independent of the volume of the audio sources.The setting is stored for the remote control cur-rently in use. Bypassing route sections During destination guidance, you can revise the navigation system's route recommendations to avoid particular stretches of r...

Entertainment This chapter describes the operation of the radio and CD player as well as their tone settings. Entertainment Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

On /o ff a n d t o n e 126 On/off and tone The following audio sources have shared con-trols and setting options: > Professional * radio or Business radio > CD player > CD changer * Controls The audio sources can be operated using: > Buttons near CD player > iDrive > Buttons on ste...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 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 M o bi lity From another menu, you can switch directly to the screen last displayed, refer to Comfort opening of menu items page 18 . < The selected audio source is stored...

On /o ff a n d t o n e 128 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 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 M o bi lity Equalizer* You can set individual sound frequency ranges: 1. Select "Equalizer" and press the controller. 2. Move the controller to the left or right to s...

Ra di o 130 Radio Your radio provides reception of the FM and AM wavebands. Listening to radio Press the button if the sound output is switched off.iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16 . 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to call up ...

Ra di o 132 3. Select "Autostore" and press the controller."Set" is selected. 4. Press the controller.Other menu items are displayed. 5. Select "Autostore" and press the controller. The display of the stations with the strongest reception is updated. The frequencies of the st...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 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 M o bi lity Changing a memory position 1. Select "Presets" and press the controller. 2. Select the desired station."Set" is selected. 3. Press the controller....

Ra di o 134 the routine weather news and transmits special warning messages instead. If you have a ques-tion about NOAA Weather Radio, please con-tact the nearest office of the National Weather Service. Details are also provided on the Inter-net at www.nws.noaa.gov. Calling up weather news flashes 1...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 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 M o bi lity Updating stations offering digital reception If you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set, you can update the li...

Ra di o 136 Enabling or disabling channels iDrive, for explanation of principle, refer to page 16 . 1. Press the button. This opens the start menu. 2. Move the controller backwards to call up "Entertainment". 3. Select "SAT". 4. Press the controller. The channels are displayed. These...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 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 M o bi lity 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 cha...

CD player and CD changer 140 5. Change to the second field from the top if necessary. Turn the controller until the desired CD, CD 1 - 6, is selected and press the controller. At the end of the last track, the next CD will be selected.If new CDs have been placed in the CD maga-zine, playback starts ...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 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 M o bi lity To exit from the menu:Select the arrow and press the controller. Displaying information on track* With compressed audio files, you can display possibly included i...

CD player and CD changer 142 Repeating track 1. Select "Set" and press the controller.Other menu items are displayed. 2. Select "Repeat" and press the controller. The current track on the CD is repeated.To cancel repeat mode: 1. Press the controller again. 2. Select "Repeat" ...

Na v iga ti on En te rt a in m e n t 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 M o bi lity Fast forward/reverse Buttons next to CD player:Press and hold the button for the corre- sponding direction. CD magazine The BMW CD changer for six CDs is installe...

CD player and CD changer 144 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 result.Do not use self-recorded CDs with adhesive labels as these can come loose during playback due to heat ...

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 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Telep h oning 148 Telephoning The concept Your BMW is equipped with a full mobile phone preparation package. After a suitable mobile phone has been logged onto the vehicle once, you can operate the mobile phone via iDrive, with the buttons on the steering wheel and by voice.A mobile phone that has b...

149 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 Making calls with car phone: BMW Assist calls You can use the car phone via the handsfree system for BMW Assist calls.When the status information "BMW Assist&...

Telep h oning 150 Logging on Depending on your mobile phone, first, the dis-play of your mobile phone and then the Control Display will ask you to enter the Bluetooth pass-key you specified.Display on the Control Display if the Bluetooth passkey can be entered with iDrive: 7. Select "Add device&...

Telep h oning 152 7. Select "Bluetooth communication active" and press the controller to activate or deac-tivate the link. Adjusting volume Turn the knob during a call to select the desired volume.This volume for the handsfree system is main-tained, even if the other audio sources are set to...

153 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 Rejecting a call Select "Reject" and press the controller.The caller is diverted to your mailbox if it has been activated. Calling Dialing phone numbers 1...

Telep h oning 154 dialed are automatically stored. The last number dialed is at the top of the list. > "Missed calls"The phone numbers of the last eight calls which were not accepted are stored. This requires the telephone number of the caller to have been sent. > "Received calls&#...

Telep h oning 156 Transferring phone number via tone dialing method The tone dialing method is required for access to network services or for controlling devices, e.g. remote checking of an answering machine.This function is available when a connection has been established. 1. Establish connection. ...

Telep h oning 158 Calling Dialing phone numbers Correcting phone number After the last spoken sequence of digits has been repeated by the system, you can delete this sequence of digits. The command { Correct number } can be repeated as often as you like. Deleting input { Delete } is used to delete a...

159 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 Selecting an entry The connection to the phone number of the selected entry is established. Redialing The { Redial } command calls up "Redial". Notes The ...

Telep h oning 160 Inserting mobile phone 1. Remove the protective cap from the mobile phone's antenna connector if necessary, so that the mobile phone can engage in the snap-in adapter. 2. With the keys facing upward, press the mobile phone toward the electrical connec-tions and press down until it ...

161 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 TeleService , BMW Assist TeleService TeleService assists you when communicating with a BMW center. The built-in car phone can be used to transmit data regarding t...

Te leServ ice, BMW Assis t 162 3. Select "Communication settings" and press the controller. 4. Select "BMW Service settings" and press the controller. 5. Select "Service Status" and press the con-troller. 6. Select "Enable services" and press the con-troller. TeleServ...

163 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 5. Select "Service notification" and press the controller. Breakdown assistance You can call Roadside Assistance * of the BMW Group should you require hel...

Te leServ ice, BMW Assis t 164 5. Select desired BMW service: > "Service Request" > "Customer Relations" 6. Press the controller. 7. Select "Start service" and press the con-troller. Contact with the desired BMW service will be established. Adapting TeleService or BMW A...

165 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 vehicle data When TeleService or BMW Assist is activated, the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed. 1. ...

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 breakdown assistance. Mobility Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

R e fueling 168 Refueling Always switch off the engine before refu-eling, 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. ...

M o bi lity 169 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 Fuel specifications Never used leaded gasoline; it will perma-nently damage the catalytic converter. < Required fuel Super Premium Gasoline/AKI 93 Always use t...

Wh eels and tire s 170 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 171 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 172 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example:Tread wear 200 Traction AATemperature A DOT Quality Grades Tread wear Traction AA A B C Temperature A B C All passenger ...

M o bi lity 173 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 174 Recommended tire brands BMW recommends particular tire brands for each tire size. You can recognize these from the clearly visible BMW marking on the tire sidewall.With proper use, these tires meet the highest standards for safety and handling characteris-tics. Special charact...

M o bi lity 175 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 Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required professional technical training. If you are unfamili...

Under t h e ho od 176 Engine compartment 1 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Adding engine oil 2 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 178 3 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover, refer to page 179 4 Jump-starting terminal, refer to page 192 5 Body ground/negative termi...

Under t h e ho od 178 Add at least 0.5 US quart/0.5 liter of oil, other-wise the oil level check cannot reliably display the current oil level. < Continuous exposure to used oil has caused cancer in laboratory testing. For this reason, thoroughly wash exposed areas of skin with soap and water aft...

M o bi lity 179 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. The coolant level is correct when the upper end of the float rod is at the same height as the upper edge of the filler neck, also refer to the drawing next to ...

Maintenance 180 Maintenance BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The service schedule also includes operations related to the vehicle's comfort and convenience features, such as replacement of the filters for the...

M o bi lity 181 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 182 Replacing components Onboard tool kit The onboard tool kit is located in the luggage compartment under the floor mat. Wiper blade replacement 1. Fold the wiper arm out and grasp it firmly. 2. Press the locking tabs together while slid-ing the wiper blade toward the front to ...

Replacing components 184 4. Turn the cover around the rear securing point 2 upward while simultaneously pulling it out of the trim panel at the bottom. 5. Turn the bulb holder to the left and remove, refer to arrow. 6. Remove and replace the bulb. Side markers Bulb 5 watts, WY5W STThe bulb can be re...

M o bi lity 185 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 License plate lamps Bulb 5 watts, WY 5 W 1. Push a screwdriver from the left under the lamp and pry out the lamp toward the right. 2. Turn the bulb holder to the ...

Replacing components 186 Model with pressure gauge on hose* 3 Connector and cable for lighter socket 4 Mounting for sealing bottle 5 Compressor 6 On/Off switch 7 Pressure gauge for indicating tire inflation pressure 8 Screw on pressure gauge for reducing tire inflation pressure 9 Connecting hose for...

M o bi lity 187 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 8. With the ignition switched on, refer to page 50 : Switch on the device and allow to run for approx. 3 minutes to fill wheel with sealant. It is not important w...

Replacing components 188 To avoid serious or fatal injury: never lie under the vehicle, and never start the engine while it is supported by the jack. < What you will need To avoid rattling noises later on, note the posi-tions of the tools before removing them, then return them to their initial po...

M o bi lity 189 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 Mounting a wheel 1. Unscrew the lug bolts and remove the wheel. 2. Remove accumulations of mud or dirt from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub. Also clean...

Replacing components 190 Disposal After replacement, have old batteries dis-posed of by your BMW center or deposit them at a recycling center. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Always secure the battery to prevent it from tip-ping over during transport. < Powe...

M o bi lity 191 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 call Conditions for an emergency call: > Complete preparation for mobile phone.With this equipment, an emergency call...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 192 First-aid kit* The first-aid kit is located in the filler element of the rear seat backrest. 1. Press the button downward and pull the filler element forward. 2. Take out first-aid kit. To refit the filler element, insert the two bottom tabs into the strip and p...

M o bi lity 193 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 1. Fold open the cover of the BMW jump-starting terminal. To do so, pull the tab. 2. Attach one end of the jumper cable plus/+ to the positive terminal of the bat...

Giving and receiv ing as sistance 194 Rear Being towed Make sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 50 ; otherwise, the low-beam headlights, tail lights, turn signals and wind-shield wipers would not be available. If the vehi-cle electrical system fails, do not tow-start or tow the vehi...

Reference This chapter contains the technical data, the short commands of the voice command system and the index, which is the quickest way to find the information you are looking for. Reference Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Technical data 198 Technical data Engine specifications M6 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 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Re fe re n c e 199 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.: 41.0 ft/12.5 m Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 118 - © 02/06 BMW AG

Technical data 200 Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. Capacities M6 Curb weight lbs./kg 3,909/1,773 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs./kg 4,850/2,200 Load lbs./kg 941/427 Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2,403/1,090 Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 2,646/...

Re fe re n c e 201 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 carry out certain functions directly, regardless of which menu item is selected. Here are the i...

E verything from A to Z 206 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 71 Accessories 6 Activated-charcoal filter 87 Activating hour signal 68 "Activati...

E verything from A to Z 208 Breakdown assistance 163 Breakdown services, refer to Roadside Assistance 192 Breaking-in 98 Breaking-in the clutch 98 Breaking-in the differential 98 "Brightness" 69 , 78 Brightness of Control Display 69 Button for starting engine 50 Buttons on steering wheel 11 ...

Refueling To ensure that you always have all the essential data on hand when refueling, we recommend that you fill in the following tables with the spec-ifications and information that apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifi-cations. Fuel Engine oil Tire inflation pressures D...