BMW 2012 3 Series M3 Сoupe- Manuals

5 Notes Vehicle equipment This Owner's Manual describes all models and all series-specific equipment, country-specific equipment, and optional equipment that is offered in the series. For this reason, this Owner's Manual also describes and illustrates some equipment that may not be available in your...

6 Notes Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emission control devices and sys- tems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any cer-tified automotive part. < California Proposition 65 warning California law requires us to issue the following warning: Engi...

7 Notes If the vehicle is not maintained according to these specifications, this could result in serious damage to the vehicle. Such damage is not cov-ered by the BMW New Vehicle Limited War-ranty. Reporting safety defects For US customers The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in...

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 for Part no. ...

10 At a glance Dashboard Dashboard Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special...

12 At a glance Dashboard Instrument cluster 1 Speedometer 2 Indicator lamps for turn signals 3 Indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Displays for Active Cruise Control 75 5 Tachometer 83 6 Engine oil temperature 83 7 Display for > Clock 82 > Outside temperature 82 > Indicator and warning lamps 9...

13 Dashboard At a glance Indicator and warning lamps The concept Indicator and warning lamps can light up in a variety of combinations and colors.Several of the lamps are checked for proper functioning and light up temporarily when the engine is started or the ignition is switched on. Text messages ...

14 At a glance Dashboard Around the center console: controls and displays 1 Control Display 18 2 Hazard warning flashers 3 Driving stability control systems > Dynamic Stability Control DSC 97 > Dynamic Traction Control DTC 98 4 Central locking system 35 5 Automatic climate control Air distribu...

16 At a glance Dashboard Around the roofliner Coupe 1 Microphone for voice activation system and for telephone in hands-free mode 2 SOS: sending an Emergency Request 276 3 Reading lamps 115 4 Glass sunroof 41 5 Interior lamps 114 6 Passenger airbag status lamp 108 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2...

17 Dashboard At a glance Convertible 1 SOS: sending an Emergency Request 276 2 Reading lamps 115 3 Interior lamps 114 4 Passenger airbag status lamp 108 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

18 At a glance iDrive iDrive Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special optio...

19 iDrive At a glance Control Display Notes > Follow care instructions when cleaning the Control Display. > Do not store items in the region in front of the Control Display; doing so may damage the Control Display. Switching off 1. Press the button. 2. "Switch off control display" Swit...

20 At a glance iDrive 1. Turn the controller until the desired menu item is highlighted. 2. Press the controller. Menu items in the Owner's Manual In the Owner's Manual, the menu items that should be selected are depicted in quotation marks, e.g. "Settings". Changing between panels After a m...

21 iDrive At a glance Adjusting settings 1. Select a field. 2. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed. 3. Press the controller. Activating/deactivating functions Some menu items are preceded by a check box. It indicates whether the function is activated or deactivated. Selecting ...

22 At a glance iDrive Status box symbols The symbols are divided into separate groups. Radio symbols Telephone symbols Entertainment symbols Other With the Professional navigation system: Split screen General information Additional information, e.g. from the computer, can be displayed on the right s...

23 iDrive At a glance Programmable memory keys General information iDrive functions can be stored on the program-mable memory keys and called up directly, e.g. radio stations, navigation destinations, phone numbers and entry points into the menu.The settings are stored for the remote control current...

24 At a glance iDrive Entry comparison Entry of names and addresses: the selection is narrowed down every time a letter is entered and letters may be added automatically.The entries are continuously compared to the data stored in the vehicle. > During entry, only letters for which there are data ...

25 Voice activation system At a glance Voice activation system Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, fo...

26 At a glance Voice activation system Having the possible commands read aloud To have the available commands read aloud: For example, if the "Settings" menu is dis-played, the commands relating to settings are read aloud. Performing functions using short commands Functions from the main men...

27 Voice activation system At a glance Ambient conditions > Say the commands, numbers and letters smoothly and with normal volume, empha-sis and speed. > Always speak the commands in the lan-guage of the voice activation system. > When selecting a radio station, use the standard pronunciati...

30 Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example d...

31 Opening and closing Controls for two remote controls if Comfort Access is in use. Personal Profile settings For more information on specific settings, refer to the specified pages. > Assignment of programmable memory keys, refer to page 23 > Response of the central locking system when the c...

32 Controls Opening and closing Opening and closing: Using the remote control Persons or animals in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside. You should therefore take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle so that the latter can be opened from outside. < Convertible:...

33 Opening and closing Controls Switching on interior lamps While the car is locked: Press the button. You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc. Unlocking the trunk lid Press the button for about 1 second and then release it.The trunk lid opens a short distance, r...

34 Controls Opening and closing Malfunctions The remote control may malfunction due to local radio waves. If this occurs, unlock and lock the car at the door lock with the integrated key.Convertible: if hardtop movement via the remote control is interrupted briefly, the move-ment will be completed m...

35 Opening and closing Controls Opening and closing: From inside This button serves to unlock or lock doors and the trunk lid, but does not activate the anti-theft system. Depending on the equipment package, the fuel filler flap can be unlocked as needed. Automatic locking You can also set the situa...

36 Controls Opening and closing Opening from outside Press the button, see arrow, or the button on the remote control for a longer period. The trunk lid will open slightly. It can now be swung upwards. Coupe: locking or unlocking separately The switch is located in the glove compartment. 1 Locking t...

37 Opening and closing Controls Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood or the trunk lid is opened > To movements inside the vehicle: Interior motion sensor, refer to page 38 > When the car's inclination changes, for instance if an attempt is made...

38 Controls Opening and closing Interior motion sensor Coupe For proper function, the windows and glass sunroof must be closed. Convertible The interior of the car is monitored up to the height of the seat cushions. Thus the alarm sys-tem is activated together with the interior motion sensor even if...

39 Opening and closing Controls Unlocking Grasp the handle on the driver's or front pas-senger door completely, arrow 1 . This corresponds to pressing the button. Locking Touch the surface on the door handle, arrow 2 , with your finger for approx. 1 second.This corresponds to pressing the but- ton. ...

40 Controls Opening and closing The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up while the engine is running: the remote control is no longer inside the vehicle. After the engine is switched off, the engine can only be restarted within approx. 10 seconds. The indicator lamp in the instrument clu...

41 Opening and closing Controls Jointly > Press the switch to the resistance point:All windows open as long as you press the switch. > Press the switch beyond the resistance point:All windows open automatically. Press the switch again to stop the opening move-ment. > Pull the switch:All win...

42 Controls Opening and closing Opening, closing > Push the switch rearward to the resistance point:The glass roof and the sliding visor open together as long as you hold the switch in this position. > Push the switch rearward past the resis-tance point: The glass roof and the sliding visor op...

43 Opening and closing Controls 4. Unplug the motor. Considerably less effort will be required for manual operation. 5. Insert the Allen wrench supplied with the onboard vehicle tool kit, refer to page 270 , into the opening provided. Move the glass roof in the desired direction. 6. Reinstall the co...

44 Controls Opening and closing > Do not place any objects next to or on the cargo area partition and close the storage compartment on the left side of the cargo area. > Do not exceed the maximum loading height under the cargo area partition; refer to the label in the cargo area showing a line...

45 Opening and closing Controls Wind deflector The wind deflector keeps air movements in the passenger compartment to a minimum when the hardtop is open and provides an even more comfortable ride, particularly at high speeds. Installation The wind deflector is stored in a protective cover in the car...

46 Controls Opening and closing Folding Slide the red release lever towards the middle of the wind deflector and push the two halves apart. Loading function Cargo can still be loaded on the rear seat of the vehicle even if the wind deflector has been installed. 1. Lower all windows. 2. Fold down the...

47 Adjustments Controls Adjustments Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip-ment described may not be available in a partic-ular vehicle, for example due to the options or national-mar...

48 Controls Adjustments injure your abdomen in the event of a frontal collision. Avoid wearing bulky clothing and regularly pull the belt in the upper-body area taut; otherwise, its restraining effect could be impaired. < Safety belts, refer to page 53 . Seats Note before adjusting Never attempt ...

49 Adjustments Controls Thigh support Pull the lever and move the thigh support for-ward or back. Electrical adjustment Observe the adjustment instructions on page 48 to ensure the best possible per- sonal protection. < 1 Longitudinal direction 2 Height 3 Angle 4 Backrest 5 Convertible: head rest...

50 Controls Adjustments Longitudinal adjustment from outside/behind To move the front seats forward or backward from outside or from one of the rear seats: with the door open, press the front end 1 or rear end 2 of the switch. Head restraints Correctly adjusted head restraint A correctly adjusted he...

51 Adjustments Controls Convertible: front seats Height adjustment > To raise: press the button upward. > To lower: press the button downward. Adjusting the distance to the back of the head > Forward: pull up. > Back: press the button and push the head cushion toward the rear. Do not ins...

52 Controls Adjustments Easy entry The easy entry feature includes a memory func-tion for the longitudinal adjustment and back-rest angle. 1. Pull the lever and swing the backrest for-ward. 2. Push the seat forward. Previous position Push the seat backward and swing the backrest back. When pushing t...

53 Adjustments Controls Seat heating Press the button once per temperature level. Three LEDs indicate the highest temperature.To switch off:Press button longer.If you continue driving within approx. the next 15 minutes, the seat heating is automatically activated at the previously set temperature.Th...

54 Controls Adjustments Closing Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle.The upper belt anchor is suitable for adults of any stature as long as the seat is adjusted prop-erly, refer to page 48 . Opening 1. Grasp the belt firmly. 2. Press the red button in the buckle. 3. Guide the...

55 Adjustments Controls Although there is a pinch protection sys-tem, always check that the maneuvering area of the belt hand-over is clear. Otherwise it cannot be ensured that the system will stop moving in certain extreme situations. < Mirrors Exterior mirrors The front passenger's mirror is mo...

56 Controls Adjustments Interior rearview mirror Turn the knob to reduce glare from the head-lamps of cars behind you when driving at night. Interior and exterior mirrors, automatic dimming feature The automatic dimming feature of the interior and exterior mirrors is controlled by two photo cells in...

57 Transporting children safely Controls Transporting children safely Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip-ment described may not be available in a partic-ular vehicle, for example ...

58 Controls Transporting children safely Keep key pushed in and turn it until reaching the stop at the position. Pull key out at this stop. Make sure that the passenger belt is unlocked; otherwise, the front passenger may become trapped by the safety belt. < Installing child restraint systems Obs...

59 Transporting children safely Controls Mounts for the lower LATCH anchors Mounts for lower LATCH anchors Before installing the child seat, pull the belt out of the area for the child restraint fixing system. Ensure that both lower LATCH anchors are correctly engaged and that the child restraint sy...

61 Driving Controls Driving Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special option...

62 Controls Driving Ignition on All electrical consumers can operate. The odometer and trip odometer are displayed in the instrument cluster. When the engine is off, please switch off the ignition and any unnecessary electri- cal consumers in order to preserve the bat-tery. < Radio readiness and ...

63 Driving Controls Switching off the engine Always take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle. When parking, apply the parking brake force-fully; otherwise, the vehicle could begin to roll. < Manual transmission 1. With the car at a standstill, press the Start/Stop button. 2. Sh...

65 Driving Controls R Reverse Select this only when the vehicle is stationary. N Neutral You can select this in a car wash, for example. The vehicle can roll. D Drive, automatic position Position for normal vehicle operation. All for-ward gears are selected automatically.Under normal operating condi...

66 Controls Driving Upshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will result in a plausible combination of engine and vehicle speed; thus, for example, a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system.The gear selected is briefly displayed in the instrumen...

67 Driving Controls Displays in the instrument cluster The selector lever position and the engaged gear are displayed, e.g. M4. Engaging selector lever positions > The selector lever can be moved out of position P only with the engine running: interlock. > Before moving the lever away from P o...

68 Controls Driving D Drive mode In Drive mode, all forward gears are shifted automatically. Kickdown For sudden acceleration maneuvers such as passing, depress the accelerator past the resis-tance point. This provides maximum accelera-tion. Sport program and manual mode M/S Push selector lever towa...

69 Driving Controls > To upshift, briefly pull the right shift paddle +. > To downshift, briefly pull the left shift pad-dle –. Driving dynamics control The driving dynamics control permits you, at the push of a button, to have your BMW react in an even more sporty fashion when driving: > O...

70 Controls Driving 4. Insert allen wrench into the opening, arrow 1 . 5. Rotate allen wrench until it reaches the stop, arrow 2 . The parking lock is unlocked. Do not turn allen wrench in the oppo-site direction; otherwise, you may damage the mechanism. < 6. Remove allen wrench from the opening....

71 Driving Controls Turn signals/ headlamp flasher 1 High beams 2 Headlamp flasher 3 Turn signal Using turn signals Press the lever beyond the resistance point.To turn off manually, press the lever to the resistance point. Unusually rapid flashing of the indicator lamp indicates that a turn signal i...

72 Controls Driving Fast wiper speed Press twice or press beyond the resistance point. The system switches to normal speed when the vehicle is stationary. Intermittent wipe or rain sensor If the car is not equipped with a rain sensor, the intermittent-wipe time is a preset.If the car is equipped wit...

73 Driving Controls All washer nozzles are supplied with washer fluid by the same reservoir.Fill with water and, if required, with a washer antifreeze, according to manufacturer's recom-mendations. Mix the water and antifreeze before filling the washer fluid reservoir to make sure the correct concen...

74 Controls Driving Accelerating using the lever Accelerating slightly:Press the lever to the resistance point, arrow 1 , until the desired speed is reached.Accelerating significantly:Press the lever beyond the resistance point, arrow 1 , until the desired speed is reached. The vehicle accelerates w...

75 Driving Controls If --- mph or --- km/h temporarily appears in the instrument cluster display, it is pos- sible that the system prerequisites for operation are currently not met. Calling up Check Control messages, refer to page 93 . < Malfunction The warning lamp lights up. A mes-sage appears ...

76 Controls Driving hour; on curvy, winding roads, slippery roads or roads with sharp curves such as highway off-ramps; during inclement weather such as snow, strong rain or fog; or when entering inter-changes, service/parking areas or toll booths. It is also important to regulate your vehicle's spe...

77 Driving Controls Selecting distance > Press downward: Increase distance. > Press upward: Decrease distance. The selected distance is displayed in the instru-ment cluster. Use good judgment to select the appro-priate following distance given road con- ditions, traffic, applicable laws and dr...

78 Controls Driving Warning lamp The warning lamp lights up when Active Cruise Control has been automatically deactivated, for exam- ple due to a driving speed below 20 mph or 30 km/h or a DSC intervention. A message appears on the Control Display. Resuming stored desired speed and distance Briefly ...

81 Driving Controls Swerving vehicles When a vehicle moves from an adjacent lane into your lane, Active Cruise Control will not recognize this vehicle until it is fully in your lane ahead of your vehicle. When a vehicle ahead suddenly swerves into your lane, the system may not be able to maintain th...

82 Controls Controls overview Controls overview Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due t...

83 Controls overview Controls Tachometer Never force the engine speed up into the red warning field, see arrow. In this range, the fuel supply is interrupted to protect the engine. Engine oil temperature When the engine is at normal operating temper-ature, the engine oil temperature is between appro...

84 Controls Controls overview Computer Displays in the instrument cluster Calling up information Press the button in the turn signal/high beam lever.The following items of information are dis-played in the order listed: > Cruising range > Average speed > Average fuel consumption > Curren...

85 Controls overview Controls Displaying "Onboard info": > Cruising range > Distance from destination > Estimated time of arrival if a destination has been entered in the navigation system, refer to page 150 . Displaying "Trip computer": > Departure time > Trip duratio...

86 Controls Controls overview Settings and information Operating principle 1 Button for: > Selecting display > Setting values 2 Button for: > Confirming selected display or set val-ues > Calling up computer information 84 3 When the lights are on: instrument lighting brightness 114 4 Cal...

87 Controls overview Controls Units of measure You can change the units for fuel consumption, route/distance, temperature and pressure. 1. "Settings" 2. "Language/Units" 3. Select the desired menu item. 4. Select the desired unit. The settings are stored for the remote control curren...

88 Controls Controls overview Possible displays 1 Button for selecting functions 2 Service requirements 3 Engine oil 4 Roadworthiness test 5 Front brake pads 6 Rear brake pads 7 Brake fluid The sequence of displayed service items may vary. The data for the next service appointment is shown first. On...

89 Controls overview Controls More information Detailed information on service requirements You can call up additional information on the maintenance regimen on the Control Display. 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Service required" Required maintenance procedures an...

90 Controls Controls overview 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Options" 4. "Last Service Request" Clock The settings are stored for the remote control currently in use, refer also to Personal Profile on page 30 . Setting the time In the instrument cluster To ...

91 Controls overview Controls 5. Turn the controller until the desired minutes are displayed, and then press the controller. The time is stored. Setting the time format 1. "Settings" 2. "Time/Date" 3. "Format:" 4. Select the desired format and press the controller. The time f...

92 Controls Controls overview Check Control The concept The Check Control monitors vehicle functions and alerts you to any malfunctions in the sys-tems monitored. This type of Check Control message includes indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster and, in some cases, an acoustic signal ...

93 Controls overview Controls These messages can be hidden for approx. 8 seconds. After this, they are displayed again automatically. They are marked with the symbol shown here. > Other Check Control messages are hidden automatically after approx. 20 seconds. They are stored and can be displayed ...

94 Controls Controls overview Applying your current speed as the limit 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Select current speed" The system adopts your current speed as the limit. Activating/deactivating the limit 1. "Settings" 2. "Speed" 3. "Warning" 4. Pres...

96 Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety Technology for driving comfort and safety Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may ...

97 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls Malfunction The warning lamp lights up. A mes-sage appears on the Control Display. PDC is malfunctioning. Have the sys- tem checked.To avoid this problem, keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure that they will continue t...

98 Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety safety margin again by taking risks, as this could result in an accident. < Deactivating DSC Press the button for at least 3 seconds until the indicator lamp for DSC OFF lights up and DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster. Dynamic Tra...

99 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls xDrive xDrive is your BMW's four-wheel-drive system. The combined efforts of xDrive and DSC help to further optimize traction and driving dynamics. The xDrive four-wheel-drive system distributes driving power variably to the front and rear axles ...

100 Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety Drive-off assistant The drive-off assistant enables you to drive off smoothly on uphill gradients. It is not necessary to use the parking brake for this. 1. Hold the car in place by depressing the brake. 2. Release the brake and drive off withou...

101 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls 1. "Vehicle Info" 2. "Vehicle status" 3. "Reset" 4. Start the engine – do not drive away. 5. Start the initialization by selecting "Reset". 6. Start driving. The initialization is completed during driv-ing, which ...

102 Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety Tire Pressure Monitor TPM The concept Check the inflation pressure in the four installed tires. The system notifies you if there is a signif-icant loss of pressure in one or more tires. Functional requirement The system must have been reset whil...

103 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls > TPM is being reset. > Interference from systems or devices that use the same radio frequency. > Malfunction. Resetting the system Each time a tire inflation pressure has been cor-rected or a wheel or tire has been changed, reset the s...

104 Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety When driving with damaged tires, the handling characteristics change, e.g. the vehicle will skid sooner when braking, braking distances will be longer, or self-steering response will change. Adapt your driving style accordingly. Avoid turning ab...

105 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s han-dling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire mainte-nan...

106 Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety Malfunction The warning lamp lights up. A mes-sage appears on the Control Display. Servotronic is malfunctioning or has failed. Steering response will be different. You can continue your journey, but moderate your speed and exercise due caution....

107 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags 2 Coupe: head airbags 3 Side airbags in the seat backrests 4 Convertible: knee airbags Protective action Observe the adjustment instructions on page 47 to ensure ...

108 Controls Technology for driving comfort and safety The indicator lamp above the interior rearview mirror shows the current status of the front passenger airbags, deactivated or activated, refer to Status of front passenger air-bags below. < Before transporting a child on the front passenger s...

109 Technology for driving comfort and safety Controls In the event of a fault in the airbag system, have it checked without delay; otherwise, there is the risk that the system will not function as intended even if a sufficiently severe acci-dent occurs. < Convertible: rollover protection system ...

110 Controls Lamps Lamps Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options o...

111 Lamps Controls Welcome lamps If you leave the light switch in position 2 or 3 when you park the car, the parking lamps and the interior lamps light up briefly when you unlock the vehicle. Activating/deactivating welcome lamps 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "Welcome light"...

112 Controls Lamps Adaptive Light Control The concept Adaptive Light Control 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...

113 Lamps Controls High-beam Assistant The concept This system automatically switches the high beams on and off. The procedure is controlled by a sensor on the front of the interior rearview mirror. The assistant ensures that the high beams are switched on whenever the traffic sit-uation allows. It ...

114 Controls Lamps Activating via iDrive 1. "Settings" 2. "Lighting" 3. "High beam assistant" The setting is stored for the remote control cur-rently in use. Fog lamps The parking lamps or low beams must be switched on for the fog lamps to operate. The green indicator lamp in...

116 Controls Climate Climate Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special optio...

117 Climate Controls 6 Maximum cooling 7 AUTO program 8 Air volume, manual adjustment; AUTO intensity 9 Automatic recirculated air control AUC/Recirculated air mode 10 Temperature, right side 11 ALL program 12 Defrosting windows and removing conden-sation 13 Switching cooling function on/off manuall...

118 Controls Climate AUTO program Press the button.Air volume, air distribution and temperature are controlled auto- matically.Depending on the selected temperature, AUTO intensity and outside influences, the air is directed toward the windshield, the side win-dows, the upper body and the footwell.P...

119 Climate Controls ALL program Press the button.The current temperature setting on the driver's side is transferred to the front passenger side. If the temperature setting on the driver's side is changed, the temperature on the front passen-ger side is changed as well.The program is switched off w...

120 Controls Climate Draft-free ventilation Set the vent outlets so that the air flows past you and not straight at you. Ventilation in the rear 1 Use the thumbwheel to adjust the tempera-ture: > Turn toward blue: colder > Turn toward red: warmer 2 Use the thumbwheel to smoothly open and close...

122 Controls Practical interior accessories Practical interior accessories Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a...

123 Practical interior accessories Controls 3. Hold the hand-held transmitter of the device to be controlled approx. 1 in/2.5 cm to 3 in/8 cm away from the buttons on the inside mirror.The required distance depends on the hand-held transmitter. 4. Simultaneously press and hold the button of the desi...

124 Controls Practical interior accessories by means of the hand-held transmitter was interrupted, hold down the button on the inside mirror and then press and release the button on the hand-held transmitter several times, holding it down for 2 seconds each time. Operation To prevent possible damage...

125 Practical interior accessories Controls Setting compass zones Set the compass zone corresponding to your vehicle's geographic location so that the com- pass can function correctly; refer to the world map with compass zones. To set the compass zone, press the adjustment button for approx. 3-4 sec...

126 Controls Practical interior accessories Set the language You can set the language of the display:Press the adjustment button for approx. 12-13 seconds. Press the adjustment button again briefly to switch between English "E" and German "O".The setting is automatically saved after ...

127 Practical interior accessories Controls Opening Press the button, see arrow. Adjustments Slide the center armrest on the driver's side into the desired position. Connection for external audio device You can connect an external audio device such as a CD or MP3 player and play audio tracks over th...

128 Controls Practical interior accessories Cupholders Use lightweight and shatterproof contain-ers and do not transport hot beverages; otherwise, there is an increased risk of injury in the event of the accident. Do not force contain-ers that are too large into the cupholders; other-wise, damage co...

129 Practical interior accessories Controls Emptying Lift out the insert. Lighter With the engine running or the ignition switched on, press in the cigarette lighter.The lighter can be pulled out as soon as it pops back out. Hold or touch the hot cigarette lighter by the knob only. Holding or touchi...

130 Controls Practical interior accessories Coupe: Through-loading system Opening 1. To release the rear seat backrest, pull the corresponding lever in the cargo area. 2. The unlocked rear seat backrest moves for-ward slightly. Fold the backrest forward by the head restraint. Closing Return the rear...

132 Controls Practical interior accessories > Rubber strap on the left trim panel for securing small objects such as a folding umbrella > Net for small objects on the right trim panel of the cargo area Convertible Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the following storage spaces can be found...

133 Practical interior accessories Controls Securing cargo After loading, secure the ski bag and its con-tents. Tighten the retaining strap on the ten-sioning buckle for this purpose. Secure the ski bag in the manner described; otherwise, it could endanger the car's occupants, e.g. in case of heavy ...

This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Driving tips Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

138 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip-ment described may not be available in a partic-ular vehicle, f...

139 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Check tire inflation pressure regularly Check the tire inflation pressure at least twice a month and before embarking on a long journey, and correct it if necessary.Low tire inflation pressure causes higher rolling resistance and thus increases fuel c...

140 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Hot exhaust system In all vehicles, extremely high tempera-tures are generated in the exhaust sys- tem. Do not remove the heat shields installed adjacent to various sections of the exhaust sys-tem, and never apply undercoating to them. When driving, s...

141 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Hills To prevent overheating and the resulting reduced efficiency of the brake system, drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear in which the least braking is required. Even light but consistent brake pressure can lead to high temperatures, b...

142 Driving tips Things to remember when driving 4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the YYY amount equals 1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150-lbs. passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacit...

143 Things to remember when driving Driving tips Securing cargo Coupe Convertible > Secure smaller and lighter items using retaining straps, a cargo area net, or draw straps. > Heavy-duty cargo straps for securing larger and heavier objects are available at your BMW center. Four lashing eyes a...

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 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

148 Navigation Navigation system Navigation system Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This ...

149 Navigation system Navigation Removing navigation DVD 1. Press button 1 . The DVD emerges slightly from the drive. 2. Remove the DVD. Querying status 1. Press the button. 2. "Navigation update" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

150 Navigation Destination entry Destination entry Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This ...

151 Destination entry Navigation 2. Select letters, if necessary.The list is reduced in steps with each entry.To delete letters: > To delete individual letters:Turn the controller to select , and then press the controller. > To delete all letters:Turn the controller to select , and then press ...

152 Navigation Destination entry Starting destination guidance after entering the destination 1. "Accept destination" 2. "Start guidance" or "Add as another desti-nation", refer to page 157 . > Setting "Route preference", refer to page 159 . > Search for "Po...

153 Destination entry Navigation 4. Depending on the selection, select an exist-ing contact from the list or the type of address and enter the last and first name. 5. "Store in vehicle" Editing or deleting an address 1. "Navigation" 2. "Address book" 3. Highlight the entry. 4...

154 Navigation Destination entry Opening the search for special destinations 1. "Navigation" 2. "Points of Interest" The search can be narrowed by entering the location and type of special destination. Searching online 1. "Google™ Local Search" 2. Select the special destinati...

155 Destination entry Navigation With the Professional navigation system:In the Split screen, special destinations from the selected category are displayed as symbols in the map view. The display depends on the map scale and the category. Destination entry via BMW Assist A connection to the BMW Conc...

156 Navigation Destination entry > Select the symbol. "Start guidance" or "Add as another destination" > "Exit interactive map":Go back to the map view. > "View in northern direction" or "View in driving direction" > "Display destination": ...

157 Destination entry Navigation Depending on the entry, up to 20 towns/cit-ies may be suggested. 6. Continue making the entry as prompted by the system. If there are several towns/cities with the same name:Towns/cities that sound the same are compiled in a separate list and are displayed as one tow...

158 Navigation Destination entry For example if the second destination is high-lighted at the start of route guidance, then the first destination is skipped over.The symbol indicates the active intermedi- ate destination. Storing a trip Up to 30 trips can be stored in the trip list. Delete existing ...

159 Destination guidance Navigation Destination guidance Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version....

160 Navigation Destination guidance The individual suggestions are labeled in color. 5. Select additional route criteria, if desired. Where possible, the selected criteria will be avoided on the route. > "Avoid highways": highways are avoided where possible. > "Avoid toll roads"...

161 Destination guidance Navigation 4. Turn the controller: enter the desired mile-age. 5. Press the controller. Resuming the original route If the route section should no longer be bypassed: 1. "Navigation" 2. "Route information" 3. "New route for" 4. "Remove blocking...

162 Navigation Destination guidance Map view Displaying the map view 1. "Navigation" 2. "Map" Overview 1 Toolbar 2 Route segment with traffic obstruction 3 Road sign for traffic obstruction 4 Planned route 5 Current location 6 Upper status box 7 Lower status box Lines on the map Stre...

163 Destination guidance Navigation Changing scale 1. Select the symbol. 2. Turn the controller to adjust the scale. Automatic scaling of the map In the map view facing north, turn the controller in any direction until AUTO is displayed as the map scale.The map shows the entire range from your loca-...

164 Navigation Destination guidance A. Total Traffic Network, a division of Clear Channel Broadcasting, Inc. ("Total Traffic Net-work") holds the rights to the traffic incident data and RDS-TMC network through which it is delivered. You may not modify, copy, scan or use any other method to r...

165 Destination guidance Navigation Symbols in the map view Depending on the scale of the map and the location of the traffic obstruction along the route, the symbols for the traffic obstructions are displayed. Additional information in the map view Depending on the map scale, a traffic obstruc-tion...

166 Navigation Destination guidance Dynamic destination guidance The route is automatically changed in the event of traffic obstructions. > The system does not point out traffic obstructions along the original route. > Traffic bulletins will continue to be dis-played on the map. > Depending...

167 What to do if … Navigation What to do if … Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also...

Operation of the radio, CD equipment and external audio devices as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. Entertainment Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

170 Entertainment On/off and tone On/off and tone Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This a...

171 On/off and tone Entertainment Adjusting volume Turn knob 1 next to the CD/DVD player until the desired volume is obtained.You can also adjust the volume with buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11 . Setting tone controls You can alter various tone settings, e.g. treble and bass or the s...

172 Entertainment On/off and tone Multi-channel playback, surround You can choose between stereo and multi-channel playback, surround. 1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings". 2. "Tone" 3. "L7 Surround" When surround is activated, multi-channel playback is s...

173 Radio Entertainment Radio Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to safet...

174 Entertainment Radio 4. Select the frequency: turn the controller. To store the station: press the controller for an extended period. Renaming a radio station An FM station with changing station names can be renamed. 1. "Radio" 2. "FM" 3. Select the desired station. 4. Open "O...

175 Radio Entertainment HD Radio™ reception Many radio stations transmit analog and digital signals.License conditionsHD Radio™ technology is manufactured under U.S. and Foreign Patents licensed from iBiquity Digital Corp. HD Radio™ and the HD and HD Radio logos are proprietary trademarks of iBiq-ui...

176 Entertainment Satellite radio Satellite radio Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This a...

177 Satellite radio Entertainment Deactivating channels 1. "Radio" 2. "Satellite radio" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Manage subscription" The telephone number and electronic serial number, ESN, are displayed. 5. Call Sirius to deactivate the channels. Selecting channels You...

178 Entertainment Satellite radio Changing list view The list view changes each time the first symbol on the navigation bar is pressed.Information about the channel is displayed. Selecting category 1. "Radio" 2. "Satellite radio" 3. "Category" 4. Select the desired category. ...

179 Satellite radio Entertainment Deactivating "Automatic time shift" Storing favorites Up to 30 favorites can be stored in the favorites list. Possible favorites include artist, track, game, league, and team. Storing artist, track, or game Only current broadcasts can be stored as favor-ites...

180 Entertainment Satellite radio Traffic Jump Traffic and weather information for a selected region are broadcast at intervals of a few min-utes. Selecting region 1. "Radio" 2. "Satellite radio" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Set jump" 5. Select the desired region. The regio...

181 CD/DVD player and CD changer Entertainment CD/DVD player and CD changer Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options ...

182 Entertainment CD/DVD player and CD changer Audio playback Selecting the track using the button Press the button for the appropriate direction as often as necessary until the desired track is reached. Selecting a track using iDrive Audio CDs 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "CD/DVD" 3. Selec...

183 CD/DVD player and CD changer Entertainment 5. "Random" CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files: all the tracks in the selected directory are played in random order.Random mode is switched off when the audio source is changed or the ignition is switched off. Fast forward/reverse Press and ho...

184 Entertainment CD/DVD player and CD changer The Video menu is displayed: In fast forward/reverse: the speed increases every time the controller is pressed. To stop, start playback. DVD menu 1. If necessary, turn the controller to open the Video menu. 2. "DVD menu" The DVD menu is displaye...

185 CD/DVD player and CD changer Entertainment 4. "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color" 5. Turn the controller until the desired setting is displayed, and then press the controller. Zoom Display the video image on the full screen. 1. Turn the controller during playback. 2. Open...

186 Entertainment CD/DVD player and CD changer Removing the CD magazine To insert or remove CDs from the CD magazine, you must first remove it from the CD changer: 1. Push the cover to one side, arrow 1 . 2. Press the button, arrow 2 . The CD magazine is ejected. Push the magazine back in after at l...

187 CD/DVD player and CD changer Entertainment Humidity High levels of humidity can lead to condensa-tion on the CD/DVD or the laser's scan lens and temporarily prevent playback. Malfunctions with individual CDs/DVDs If malfunctions occur only with particular CDs/DVDs, this may be due to one of the ...

188 Entertainment Music collection Music collection Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This...

189 Music collection Entertainment You can switch to the other audio sources with-out interrupting the storage process. Tracks from the current CD/DVD can also be called up, if they have been stored already. Interrupting storage 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "CD/DVD" 3. "Storing..." ...

190 Entertainment Music collection Playing music Music search All tracks for which additional information has been stored can be accessed by the music search. Tracks without additional information can be called up via the corresponding album. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" ...

191 Music collection Entertainment Top 50 List of the 50 most frequently played tracks. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. "Top 50" 4. Select the desired track, if necessary. Albums All stored albums, listed in order of their storage dates. Symbols indicate the forma...

192 Entertainment Music collection Deleting an album An album cannot be deleted while a track from it is being played. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. Highlight the desired album. 4. Open "Options". 5. "Delete album" Deleting a track and directory A track ...

193 Music collection Entertainment Deleting the music collection 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Music collection" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Delete music collection" Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

194 Entertainment External devices External devices Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This...

195 External devices Entertainment 4. "Volume" 5. Turn the controller until the desired volume is set and then press the controller. USB audio interface/mobile phone audio interface Overview It is possible to connect external audio devices. They can be operated via iDrive. Sound is out-put o...

196 Entertainment External devices During transmission, the tracks can be accessed via the file directory. Number of tracks The data from up to four USB devices or for approx. 36,000 tracks can be stored in the vehi-cle. If a fifth device is connected or if more than 36,000 tracks are stored, then t...

197 External devices Entertainment Current playback List of tracks currently being played. 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "External devices" 3. Select the or symbol. 4. "Current playback" Random play sequence The current list of tracks is played in random sequence. 1. "CD/Multimed...

198 Entertainment External devices > Bluetooth® is a registered trademark of Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. > Sound is output over the vehicle speakers. > The volume of the sound output depends on the device. If necessary, change the vol-ume setting on the device. > Up to four external devices can...

199 External devices Entertainment Connecting a particular device A device that has already been paired can be connected as an active audio source.Connection is not possible if a data exchange is currently taking place via a mobile phone that is connected via Bluetooth. Prerequisite If necessary, ac...

200 Entertainment External devices Disconnecting an audio connection 1. "CD/Multimedia" 2. "Bluetooth® (audio)" 3. Select the desired device from the list of connected devices. 4. Open "Options". 5. "Configure phone" 6. "Audio" 7. "OK" With a mobile ph...

201 External devices Entertainment If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function, please contact Customer Relations or your BMW cen-ter. Software update The vehicle supports various external devices, depending on the software it is currently using. A s...

This chapter describes how to use the telephone, BMW Assist and BMW TeleServices. Communications Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

204 Communications Telephone Telephone Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies...

205 Telephone Communications Notes At high temperatures, the charging function of the mobile phone may be limited and some functions may no longer be carried out.When using the mobile phone via the vehicle, follow the operating instructions of the mobile phone. Pairing/unpairing mobile phone General...

206 Communications Telephone 5. Select the desired additional function: > "Additional telephone" > "Office" > "Bluetooth® audio" If an additional function is deactivated, it cannot be assigned to a phone. Pairing and connecting a device Only pair the device when the ...

207 Telephone Communications > Four devices can be paired. > Specific settings may be necessary in some mobile phones, e.g. authorization or a secure connection, refer to the Owner's Manual for the mobile phone. Connecting a particular device If more than one device is detected by the vehi-cle...

209 Telephone Communications If you have gone through all items in the list and still cannot activate the desired function, please check the website www.bmw.com/bluetooth for further notes or contact Customer Relations or a BMW center. Operation Adjusting volume Turn the knob until the desired volum...

210 Communications Telephone Ending a call Press the button on the steering wheel or 1. "Telephone" 2. "Active calls" 3. "End call" Entering phone numbers Dialing a number When entering phone numbers, you can switch between entering letters and numbers.Service numbers can be ...

211 Telephone Communications The existing call is put on hold. 4. Dial the new phone number or select it from a list. "Return" The call on hold is continued. Switching between two calls, toggling Active call: highlighted.The call on hold is identified with:"on hold...". "Swap cal...

212 Communications Telephone Keypad dialing Use keypad dialing to gain access to network services or to control devices, e.g. to remotely access an answering machine. This requires the DTMF code. 1. "Telephone" 2. Select contact from a list or "Dial number" 3. "Keypad dialing"...

213 Telephone Communications The connection is established. Deleting a single entry or all entries Deleting entries depends upon the mobile phone. 1. Highlight the entry. 2. Open "Options". 3. "Delete entry" or "Delete list". Saving an entry in the contacts 1. Highlight the e...

214 Communications Telephone From hands-free system to mobile phone Calls being conducted using the hands-free system can also be continued using the mobile phone if so desired, depending on the mobile phone.At this point, follow the instructions that appear on the display of the mobile phone, also ...

215 Telephone Communications The command can be repeated as often as nec-essary. Deleting phone number All digits entered up to this point are deleted. Redialing Voice phone book Depending on how your vehicle is equipped, it may be necessary to create your own voice phone book.The entries must be en...

217 Office Communications Office Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies to sa...

218 Communications Office Contacts General information Contacts can be created and edited. The con-tacts from the mobile phone are displayed as well if this function is supported by the mobile phone. The addresses can be used as destina-tions for navigation and the phone numbers can be dialed. Displ...

219 Office Communications If the address is corrected and stored, then a copy is established in the vehicle. The address is not changed on the mobile phone. New contact A contact can be associated with up to 8 phone numbers, 2 addresses, 3 email addresses, and one Internet address. 1. "Office...

220 Communications Office The display of all contact pictures is activated or deactivated. Deleting contacts Only contacts that are stored in the vehicle are deleted. The contacts on the mobile phone cannot be deleted. 1. "Office" 2. "Contacts" 3. Highlight the contact. 4. "Optio...

221 Office Communications Deleting messages Messages from the Concierge service, My Info, BMW Info, and BMW Online can be deleted.To delete a message: 1. "Office" 2. "Messages" 3. Select the desired message. 4. Open "Options". 5. Open "Delete message". To delete all m...

222 Communications Office BMW Info General information Messages from BMW about technical cam-paigns and news from BMW. Displaying messages Select the desired message. The following functions are available: E-mail Displaying e-mail 1. "Office" 2. "Messages" 3. Select the desired messa...

223 Office Communications Deactivating entire display When opening an e-mail when in the vehicle, it is completely transferred to the vehicle. This may result in charges. 1. "Office" 2. "Messages" 3. Open "Options". 4. "Fully download e-mails"Only a part of an e-mail ...

224 Communications Office Displaying task 1. Select the desired task. 2. To scroll through the task, if necessary: > Turn the controller. > Select the symbol. Using contact data Contact data from deadlines, tasks, text mes-sages, e-mails and notes can be stored or selected, see page 224 . Read...

225 Office Communications Storing contact data 1. "Use contact data" 2. Highlight a phone number or e-mail address. 3. Open "Options". 4. "Add to existing contact" or "Store as new contact" Reading aloud Text messages, emails, appointments, tasks, and notes can be rea...

226 Communications Contacts Contacts Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This also applies t...

228 Communications ConnectedDrive ConnectedDrive Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. Equipment is also described that is not available because of, for example, selected options or country version. This al...

229 ConnectedDrive Communications > In addition, the optional Convenience Plan offers Concierge service and information on route planning, the traffic situation and weather. Using Critical Calling, a limited number of calls can be made via the BMW Assist Response Center, for example if the mobile...

230 Communications ConnectedDrive Starting BMW Roadside Assistance without BMW Assist or BMW TeleServices 1. "BMW Assist" or "ConnectedDrive" 2. "Roadside Assistance"The Roadside Assistance number is dis-played. If a mobile phone is paired, a con-nection to BMW Roadside Assis...

231 ConnectedDrive Communications Using BMW Online To select and display content: > Turn the controller to highlight an element. > Press the controller to display an element. Opening the start page 1. Open "Options". 2. "Display start page" Loading a new page 1. Open "Optio...

232 Communications ConnectedDrive Automatic Service Request The Teleservice data necessary for servicing the vehicle are automatically sent to your BMW center prior to the service deadline. If possible, the center will contact you and a service appointment can be arranged.Check when your BMW center ...

233 ConnectedDrive Communications Using apps 1. Connect the mobile phone using the snap-in adapter or the USB audio interface. 2. "ConnectedDrive" 3. Select the desired software application. Displaying status You can display information about the currently available software applications. 1....

This section helps you maintain your car's 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 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

236 Mobility Refueling Refueling Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special o...

237 Refueling Mobility Convertible 1. Loosen the right-hand cargo area trim panel by turning the screws by 90°, see arrow. 2. Slightly lift the top section of the panel. It is not necessary to remove the entire panel. 3. Pull the knob with the fuel pump symbol. The fuel filler flap is released. Obse...

239 Wheels and tires Mobility Wheels and tires Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to...

241 Wheels and tires Mobility Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 328i Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with...

243 Wheels and tires Mobility Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 328xi Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI wit...

245 Wheels and tires Mobility Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 335i Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with...

247 Wheels and tires Mobility Coupe: tire inflation pressures for the 335xi Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI wit...

249 Wheels and tires Mobility Coupe: inflation pressures 335is Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold tires....

250 Mobility Wheels and tires Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 328i Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PS...

252 Mobility Wheels and tires Convertible: tire inflation pressures for the 335i Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PS...

254 Mobility Wheels and tires Convertible: inflation pressures 335is Tire size Pressure specifications in bar/PSI Traveling speeds up to a max. of 100 mph/160 km/h Traveling speeds including those exceeding 100 mph/160 km/h All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in bar/PSI with cold ...

255 Wheels and tires Mobility Tire identification marks Knowledge of the labeling on the side of the tire makes it easier to identify and choose the right tires. Tire size Speed code letter Q = up to 100 mph or 160 km/hT = up to 118 mph or 190 km/hH = up to 131 mph or 210 km/hV = up to 150 mph or 24...

256 Mobility Wheels and tires Temperature The temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperatur...

257 Wheels and tires Mobility In these cases, reduce speed immedi-ately and have wheels and tires thor- oughly checked. To do so, drive carefully to the nearest BMW center or tire dealer. If necessary, have the vehicle towed there. Otherwise, tire damage can pose a lethal hazard to vehicle occupants...

258 Mobility Wheels and tires When properly used, these tires meet the high-est standards in terms of safety and handling characteristics. Special characteristics of winter tires BMW recommends winter tires for driving on winter roads or at temperatures below +45 7 / +7 6 . Although all-season M+S t...

259 Engine compartment Mobility Engine compartment Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example du...

260 Mobility Engine compartment Hood Do not work on the car unless you pos-sess the necessary technical knowledge. If you are not familiar with the regulations to be followed, have the necessary work on the vehi-cle carried out only by your BMW center; if this work is not carried out properly, there...

261 Engine compartment Mobility Display in the instrument cluster 1. Push button 1 in the turn signal/high beam lever up or down repeatedly until the appro-priate symbol is shown in the display, accompanied by the word "OIL". 2. Press button 2 in the turn signal/high beam lever. The oil leve...

262 Mobility Engine compartment > "Measuring engine oil level...":This can take about 3 minutes if the car is at a standstill on a level surface and the engine is running, and about 5 minutes while the car is moving.If engine oil was added, it may take up to 30 minutes to obtain an oil le...

263 Engine compartment Mobility Alternative oil types If approved oils are not available, you can add quantities of up to 1 US quart/1 liter of another oil with the following specifications: Oil change Oil changes should only be performed by a BMW center. Coolant Coolant consists of half water and h...

264 Mobility Maintenance Maintenance Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the speci...

265 Maintenance Mobility Socket for Onboard Diagnosis OBD On the driver's side is an OBD socket for check-ing components relevant to the composition of the vehicle's emissions. Emissions The warning lamp lights up:The vehicle is producing higher emis-sions. The trip can be continued. Have the car ch...

266 Mobility Care Care Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for example due to the special options or ...

268 Mobility Care important to adapt the frequency and scope of car care accordingly.Immediately remove aggressive materials such as spilled fuel, oil, grease, brake fluid, tree sap or bird droppings to prevent damage to the paint-work. Repairing paintwork damage Immediately repair scratches or simi...

269 Care Mobility Treat the leather at least once every two months using a leather lotion as dirt and grease will gradually attack the leather's protective layer. Carpet and floor mats Keep floor mats, carpet, and other objects out of the movement range of the pedals; otherwise, they may inhibit the...

270 Mobility Replacing components Replacing components Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehicle, for exampl...

271 Replacing components Mobility When working on electrical systems, always begin by switching off the con- sumer in question; otherwise, short-circuits could result. To avoid possible injury or equip-ment damage when replacing bulbs, observe any instructions provided by the bulb manufac-turer. <...

272 Mobility Replacing components 3. Push the wire bracket out of the anchor towards the right and fold it up. 4. Disconnect the plug, change the bulb and reconnect the plug. 5. Insert the bulb. 6. Fold the wire bracket down and engage it. 7. Reattach the cover. Turn signals, front These lamps use L...

273 Replacing components Mobility Backup lamp If these lamps malfunction, please contact your BMW center. Turn signal, brake, license plate, parking, and tail lamps These lamps use LED technology for operation. If they malfunction, please contact your BMW center. Coupe: Brake Force Display lamp in t...

274 Mobility Replacing components The tools for changing wheels are avail-able as optional accessories from your BMW center. < Jack mounting points The jacking points are at the positions shown in the illustration. Vehicle battery Battery care The battery is 100 % maintenance-free, the electrolyt...

275 Replacing components Mobility Disposal of old battery Have old batteries disposed of by your BMW center or bring them to a collection point. Maintain the battery in an upright position for transport and storage. Always secure the battery against tipping over during transport. < Fuses Never at...

276 Mobility Giving and receiving assistance Giving and receiving assistance Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip-tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in...

277 Giving and receiving assistance Mobility > If the LED is flashing but the BMW Assist Response Center cannot be heard over the hands-free system, it is possible that the hands-free system is malfunctioning. The BMW Assist Response Center may still be able to hear you, however. Automatically tr...

278 Mobility Giving and receiving assistance Convertible The warning triangle is located in a holder in the trunk lid. Press the tabs to take it out. Jump-starting If the car's own battery is flat, your BMW's engine can be started by connecting two jumper cables to another vehicle's battery. You can...

279 Giving and receiving assistance Mobility 5. Attach the second terminal clamp of the minus/– jumper cable to the negative termi-nal of the battery or to the engine or body ground of the vehicle to be started. Starting the engine 1. Start the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to run for a f...

280 Mobility Giving and receiving assistance Manual transmission Gearshift lever in neutral position. Automatic transmission Selector lever in position N.Changing selector lever positions, refer to page 64 . Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph or 70 km/h and a towing distance of 90 miles/150 km; ...

281 Giving and receiving assistance Mobility Do not tow the vehicle with just the rear axle raised as this may cause the steering to turn. With a tow truck: vehicle with xDrive Do not tow a BMW with xDrive with just the front or rear axle raised; otherwise, the wheels could lock up and the transfer ...

This chapter contains technical data, short commands for the voice activation system and an index that will help you find information most quickly. Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

284 Reference Technical data Technical data Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip-ment described may not be available in a partic- ular vehicle, for example due to the options or nat...

285 Technical data Reference Dimensions Coupe All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle dia.: 36.1 ft/11.0 m, with xDrive: 38.7 ft/11.8 m335i: height approx. 54.1 in/1,375 mm Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 333 - © 08/11 BMW AG

287 Technical data Reference Weights Coupe 328i 328i xDrive 335i 335i xDrive Approved gross weight > with manual transmission lbs./kg 4,288/1,945 4,508/2,045 4,486/2,035 4,663/2,115 > with automatic transmission lbs./kg 4,354/1,975 4,552/2,065 4,508/2,045 4,685/2,125 Load lbs./kg 882/400 882/4...

289 Technical data Reference Capacities Notes Fuel tank US gal/liters approx. 16.1/61 Fuel grade: page 237 including reserve of US gal/liters approx. 2.1/8.0 Window washer system For more details: page 72 including headlamp washers US quarts/liters approx. 6.3/6.0 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2...

290 Reference Short commands for the voice activation system Short commands for the voice activation system Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip-ment described may not be available ...

292 Reference Short commands for the voice activation system Radio FM AM Satellite radio Presets Function Command Selecting a station directly { Station … } e.g. National Public Radio Calling up the radio { Radio } Calling up an FM station { F M } Opening manual search { Manual } Selecting the frequ...

295 Short commands for the voice activation system Reference Split screen settings Destination guidance with intermediate destinations Contacts ConnectedDrive or BMW Assist Function Command Split screen { Switch on splitscreen } Switching off the Split screen { Turn off split screen } Adapting the S...

296 Reference Short commands for the voice activation system Vehicle information Settings Vehicle Equipment Function Command Accessing the onboard computer { Onboard info } Opening the trip computer { Trip computer } Opening the vehicle information { Vehicle info } Opening the vehicle status { Vehic...

298 Reference Everything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index A ABS Antilock Brake System 97 ACC, refer to Active Cruise Control 75 Acceleration assistant, refer to Launch Control 70 Accessories, refer to Vehicle equipment 5 Accident, refer to Sending an Emergency Request 276 Activated-charcoal ...