BMW 760i- Manuals

No tes 6 similar accessories, may cause extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. Refer to your BMW cen-ter for additional information. < Maintenance, replacement, or repair of the emi...

7 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Reporting safety defects The following only applies to vehicles owned and operated in the US. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or ...

At a glance This overview of buttons, switches and displays is intended to serve as a source of orientation in 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. Online Editi...

Co c k p it 10 Cockpit All around the steering wheel: controls and displays Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

Co c k p it 12 Info Display 1 To view odometer display and reset trip odometer to zero 81 2 Speedometer with display for > Programmable cruise control 73 or > Active cruise control * 75 > Speed limit 87 3 Fixed indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Tachometer 81 Destination guidance of navigatio...

Co c k p it 14 Comfort area: controls and displays Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

Co c k p it 16 Buttons on steering wheel Buttons are integrated in the steering wheel for fast operation of the following functions without being distracted from driving: > The Steptronic of the automatic trans-mission > Selected audio source functions > Selected portable phone functions &g...

A t a gl anc e 17 Refe re n c e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Control Center The concept The Control Center has been designed to avoid the unnecessary complexity created by an extended number of switches and controls. It consists ...

Control Center 18 Select button. Continue to press the controller until the desired function appears. The "Brief info" function is not avail-able in the rear. < Control Display To open the start menu: Press the button or move the controller > toward the currently active menu > twice...

A t a gl anc e 19 Refe re n c e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Select the desired setting for adjustment from the menu item, here: "Time" and con-firm your entry. Settings The first setting option for time is activated. >...

Control Center 20 Symbols To select the second page To return to the first page To exit from the list To transfer the current display to the assistance window. For more detailed information on the assis- tance window, refer to page 22 To transmit vehicle data to BMW Service Center To set display uni...

A t a gl anc e 21 Refe re n c e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Menus in Control Display You can select from an extended range of functions and setting options: 1 BMW Assist * 182 2 Communication > Using the phone 174 > Portab...

Control Center 22 7 Settings > Vehicle functions 54 , 65 , 91 > Time and date 90 > Language 89 > Units of measure and display format 89 > Brightness 90 > Lock Control Center in rear * 24 8 Climate > Automatic climate control 103 > Heated seats * 52 > Independent ventilatio...

A t a gl anc e 23 Refe re n c e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Top and bottom status lines 1 Hands-free mode active 2 Display field for calls received in absence 3 Portable phone reception strength 4 Display field > of the telep...

Control Center 24 Control Center in rear * Rear screen Folding open rear screen: 1. Swing folding arm upward until it engages 2. Fold open rear screen. The rear screen is ready for operation. Folding down rear screen: 1. Align rear screen straight 2. Fold rear screen downward; folding arm unlocks 3....

A t a gl anc e 25 Refe re n c e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Headphones 1 Headphone jack 2 Adjusting volume 3 Station scan/track search > Station scan > Music track search for CD, search chapter for DVD changer > Select ...

Voice command 26 Voice command Voice command system The concept The voice command system allows you to control operation of various vehicle sys-tems without ever removing your hands from the steering wheel. The system oper-ates on the basis of voice commands that you will learn easily after using th...

Voice command 28 Notes Do not use the voice command sys-tem to make emergency calls. Your voice and habitual tone could be affected by stressful situations, as a result of which the process of establishing the telephone connection could be unnecessarily delayed. Instead, use the emergency call butto...

A t a gl anc e 29 Refe re n c e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Standard commands The standard commands available for use with all controlled systems are the same. On delivery, the { Standard dialog } is set to simplify familiarizat...

Voice command 30 Entertainment Telephone Function Command To switch on radio { Radio on } To switch off audio sources and TV { Audio off } To select FM waveband { FM } To select AM waveband { AM } To select radio stations { Frequency selection } To select a stored radio station { Station } To start ...

Controls This chapter is intended to provide you with information for complete control of your vehicle. Its extensive array of features and accessories, both for driving and for your own safety, comfort and convenience, are described here. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

Opening and closing 34 Opening and closing Key/remote control 1 Remote controls with integrated key. They specify the functions of the Key Memory. Individual functions of your vehicle may behave differently depend-ing on the remote control used.To differentiate, you can mark the remote controls usin...

Cont ro ls 35 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Using the spare key adapter You will need the adapter to activate the ignition and to start the vehicle with the spare key. Press lock button 1 , slide up the cover and...

Opening and closing 36 switch on interior lamps and door-mounted proximity lamps 3 Open luggage compartment lid 4 Switch on interior lamps and pathway lighting, activate panic mode Because any persons or animals left unattended in a parked vehicle could lock the doors from the inside, you should alw...

Cont ro ls 37 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Malfunction The remote control can be subjected to malfunctions by local radio waves. Should the remote control fail to operate owing to interference of this kind, the ...

Opening and closing 38 Any unauthorized modifications or changes to these devices could void the user's authority to operate this equip-ment. < Using key One turn of the key in the driver's door lock unlocks the driver's door only. Turning the key a second time unlocks all of the remaining doors,...

Cont ro ls 39 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y When the low beams are switched on, the interior door handles are also lighted. The intensity of the lighting is adjusted using the instrument lighting con-trol, refer ...

Opening and closing 40 Locking separately The switch position will vary according to the individual vehicle's equipment level. 1 Luggage compartment lid locked 2 Luggage compartment lid unlocked Push the switch into position 1 . This locks the luggage compartment lid and discon-nects it from the cen...

Opening and closing 42 Luggage compartment Net * You can use the net to store smaller objects on the bulkhead separating the luggage compartment from the rear seats. Do not stow objects behind the side trim panels on the left and right in the luggage compartment, as otherwise the electrical parts co...

Cont ro ls 43 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y detected in the period since the system was armed > If the indicator lamp flashes after you unlock the vehicle before the remote control is inserted in the ignition ...

Opening and closing 44 For information on using the convenience operation at the door lock or with the remote control, refer to page 36 or 38 . Anti-trapping mechanism If the force rises beyond a predefined threshold during closing, the system will stop moving the window prior to lowering it slightl...

Cont ro ls 45 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y The headliner insert slides back somewhat when you raise the roof. When the roof is opened the headliner retracts with it. Do not use force to close the head-liner inse...

Ad jus tmen ts 46 Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed driving that is as fatigue-free as possible. The sitting posi-tion plays an important role together with the safety belts and airbags in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems ope...

Cont ro ls 47 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Seats Note before adjusting Never attempt to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with unexpected movement, and the ensuing loss of vehi...

Cont ro ls 49 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y 1 Longitudinal direction: Height: Backrest: 2 Height of the head restraint: Press the button again, refer to arrow, to deactivate this function. Resetting to standard a...

Ad jus tmen ts 50 kind, such as clothes hangers. Refrain from mounting accessories on either the seat or the head restraint. < Rear seats Adjusting mechanically > To raise: pull > To lower: press the button, arrow 1 , and push down the head restraint. To remove head restraints, refer to pag...

Cont ro ls 51 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y You can also adjust the height of the head restraint electrically. To prevent possible personal injury and property damage, always ensure that the area above the head r...

Ad jus tmen ts 52 Heated seats * Front The system regulates the temperatures of the seat cushion and backrest. The temperature setting progresses one step through its control sequence each time you press the button. To switch off: Maintain pressure on the button for several seconds. Rear The operati...

Cont ro ls 53 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Rear The operating concept is the same as for the front seat ventilation. Active seat for driver * Active adjustment of the seat cushion's contours reduces muscular ten...

Ad jus tmen ts 54 The mirrors automatically revert to their clear, undimmed mode whenever you engage transmission position R. Illuminated vanity mirror in rear 1. Press button 1 . The vanity mirror folds down 2. Pull the mirror slightly downwards before you swivel it 3. Press the vanity mirror back ...

Ad jus tmen ts 56 Tilt function, passenger-side mirror Automatic curb monitor Activating 1. Select the driver's mirror with the mirror selector switch 2. When you select the transmission position R, the exterior mirror glass on the front passenger side tilts downward slightly. This allows the driver...

Cont ro ls 57 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y > Alarm system: set different acknowl-edgment signals to confirm arming/dis-arming > Alarm system: activate/deactivate inte-rior motion sensor and tilt alarm sens...

T ranspo rt ing c h il dren s a fe ly 58 Transporting children safely The right place for children Children always in the rear Accident research shows that the safest place for children in a vehicle is in the rear seat. Older children should be tightly secured with a safety belt, after they have out...

Cont ro ls 59 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y child restraint system and the affected vehicle safety-belt system checked and, if necessary, replaced. Only have corre-sponding work carried out by a BMW cen-ter or a ...

T ranspo rt ing c h il dren s a fe ly 60 LATCH child-restraint fixing * LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren. The rear outer sitting positions are pro-vided with anchors for a LATCH child-restraint fixing. To fit the LATCH child-restraint fixing, follow the operating and safety instructions ...

Driving 62 Driving Ignition lock Insert the remote control all the way into the ignition lock. This also activates the radio mode. When the remote control is in the igni-tion lock you can start the engine without first switching on the ignition. < Comfort Access * Carry the remote control on your...

Driving 64 Should exceptional circumstances render it necessary for you to switch off the engine while the vehicle is moving, press the start/stop button for approxi-mately 1 second. If you maintain pressure on the start/stop button for longer than two seconds while switching off the ignition, the r...

Driving 66 Provided that the remote control is inserted in the ignition lock, you can also release the parking brake manually after the engine has been switched off, refer to page 64 . This function is useful in automatic car washes, etc. Automatic Hold is deactivated. < When leaving the vehicle,...

Driving 68 > Engaging: the system registers the new status and the brake setting is initial-ized. The indicator lamp in the Info Display lights up red. > Releasing: the parking brake is ready for operation. The indicator lamp in the Info Display goes out. Automatic transmission with Steptronic...

Cont ro ls 69 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y > Park P: Press button P, arrow 2 . The selector lever immediately returns to the center position when released. With the vehicle stationary, press the brake pedal b...

Driving 70 Sport program and manual operation Press the S/M/D button on the steering wheel:The sport program is activated, and S appears in the program indicator of the Info Display. This program is recommended for a performance-oriented driving style. Pressing the S/M/D button again switches into t...

Cont ro ls 71 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Releasing 1. Use the vehicle key to release the cover panel beneath the instrument panel by turning the lock counterclockwise, then fold down the cover 2. Pull out the ...

Driving 72 defective; if a trailer is attached, this could also indicate that one of its turn signal bulbs is defective. Wiper system 1 Standard wiper speed: briefly press once. Fast wipe: briefly press twice 2 To switch off wipers or for brief wipe 3 To activate/deactivate rain sensor 4 To clean wi...

Cont ro ls 73 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y The rain sensor is automatically deac-tivated when you switch off the igni- tion. < Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash. Failure to...

Driving 74 One lever for all functions 1 Maintaining and storing speed, accelerating Press the lever up to the resistance point: The system maintains and stores the cur-rent vehicle speed. Every time you briefly press the lever, the vehicle's speed increases by roughly 1 mph/1 km/h. Press the lever ...

Cont ro ls 75 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y While driving Press 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the resis- tance point:Press button 4 for approx. 3 seconds. The respective driven speed is applied as the desired spee...

Driving 76 The vehicle brake lamps will automatically illuminate to signal a following driver to take action. In addition, it may be necessary for the vehicle to downshift to maintain the dis-tance setting selected. If the vehicle ahead speeds up or when the lane ahead becomes clear, your vehicle wi...

Driving 78 Press the lever up or down for approx. 1 second. 4 Resume to stored desired speed and distance setting Press button 4 : The displays appear in the speedometer. The system is reactivated and uses the last stored desired speed and distance setting. 4 Fine adjustment of desired speed In the ...

Cont ro ls 79 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y in city driving; heavy traffic such as during rush hour; on curvy, winding roads, slip-pery roads or roads with sharp curves such as highway off-ramps; during inclement...

Driving 80 In approaching a curve, it is possible that active cruise control would react briefly to a vehicle in the adjacent lane. In addition, the system can sense if your vehicle is in a curve and may not accelerate. If your vehicle decelerates in either case, you can choose to overcome the decel...

Cont ro ls 81 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Everything under control Odometer, outside temperature display, clock When the ignition is off you can briefly acti-vate the time, outside temperature and odometer disp...

Everyth ing under cont rol 82 Service requirement display Info Display screen contents The distance/period remaining until your next service briefly appears when you switch on the ignition. The Info Display immediately switches to its computer mode when you press one of the two buttons in the turn s...

Cont ro ls 83 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y or the battery switch OFF. Please remember that brake fluid should be changed every two years at the latest, even if the display does not yet indicate that ser-vice is ...

Everyth ing under cont rol 84 problem is corrected. Supplementary infor-mation is also shown on the Control Dis-play, refer to Automatic display on Control Display. Priority 2: These status messages and malfunction reports appear on the Info Display for approx. 20 seconds. Briefly press the CHECK bu...

Cont ro ls 85 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Confirm to hide the display. Displays after completion of trip Selected fault reports generated during the trip are shown consecutively when you switch off the ignition...

Everyth ing under cont rol 86 > Energy Control/current fuel consumption 86 > Average fuel consumption 86 > Average speed 86 > Time of arrival 87 . Maintain pressure on button 1 to can- cel the display from the computer. Briefly press the button again to return to the last display. It wil...

Everyth ing under cont rol 88 You are only warned of reaching this speed a second time if you again drive at least 3 mph/5 km/h slower. Adjusting, changing 1. Select "Limit" and confirm your selec-tion 2. Select "SET" and confirm your selection 3. Turn the controller to the left or r...

Cont ro ls 89 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Assistance window * for "Car data" You can select any of the following com-puter functions for display in the assistance window: > Computer > Trip compute...

Everyth ing under cont rol 90 Time and date Select "Clock" and confirm your selection. Setting time Select "Time" and confirm your selection. The first setting sector is highlighted. > Turn to reset > Press to store your entry and proceed to the next setting.The clock applies y...

Cont ro ls 91 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Technology for comfort, convenience and safety PDC Park Distance Control* The concept The PDC assists you when you are parking. Signal tones indicate the current distan...

Techn o lo gy fo r co mfo rt, co nveni e nce an d safet y 92 PDC with visual warning You also enjoy the option of having the sys-tem show distances to objects on the Con-trol Display. The Control Display will also indicate the presence of objects in green before they are close enough to generate a s...

Cont ro ls 93 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y EBV Electronic brake-force distribution EBV controls the brake system's applica-tion pressure at the rear wheels to ensure stable deceleration. DSC Dynamic Stability Co...

Cont ro ls 97 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Vehicles with run-flat tires: 1. Cautiously reduce the vehicle speed to below 50 mph/80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers. Do not exceed a vehicle speed...

Techn o lo gy fo r co mfo rt, co nveni e nce an d safet y 98 Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags for driver and front pas-senger 2 Head airbags in front and rear 3 Side airbags in front and rear * 4 Knee airbags for driver and front pas-senger Protectiv...

Lamps 100 Lamps Parking lamps/low beams Parking lamps With the switch in this position, the front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the parking lamps for parking. For lighting on one side for parking as an additional fea-ture, refer to page 101 . Low beams When you switch o...

Cont ro ls 101 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Adaptive Head Light * The concept Adaptive Head Light is a variable headlamp control system that enables dynamic illumi-nation of the road surface. Depending on the st...

Lamps 102 Interior lamps Control of the interior lamps, footwell lamps, courtesy lamps and ground lamps is automatic. Switching interior lamps on and off Briefly press button. If you want the interior lamps to remain off continuously, maintain pressure on the but-ton for approx. 3 seconds. To revert...

Cont ro ls 103 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y A congenial climate Automatic climate control 1 Automatic climate control 2 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 3 Air for upper body areaThe serrat...

Cont ro ls 105 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Temperature adjustment You can turn to select the desired temperatures for the driver's and passenger sides. Your settings appear on the Control Display's status line....

A c o ngenia l cl imat e 106 air into the interior in accordance with the selected distribution pattern while the igni-tion is off. Provided that the engine has warmed to its normal operating temperature and the battery is charged, you can use this function for up to 15 minutes after switch-ing off ...

Cont ro ls 107 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Switching off automatic climate control * The air supply, the heater and the air conditioner are all switched off. You can restart the automatic climate control by pre...

A c o ngenia l cl imat e 108 Adjusting air distribution You also enjoy the option of adjusting the air distribution manually to obtain a climate that is ideally adapted to your personal requirements. The AUTO program is deac-tivated. Select the desired symbol and confirm your selection. Turn the con...

Cont ro ls 109 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Rear air conditioner * The following settings and operating modes can be selected and adjusted sepa-rately on the left and right sides: 1 Adjusting cooling 2 Maximum c...

A c o ngenia l cl imat e 110 Rear ventilation Use the lever 1 to vary the airflow direction. For additional information on rear ventila-tion options, refer to page 106 . Independent ventilation System operation is controlled using the Control Center. You can set two different times for the system to...

Cont ro ls 111 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Activating timer Select "Switch. time 1" or "Switch. time 2" and confirm your selection. The independent ventilation is only available for activation w...

Prac tic a l in te rio r ac ce ss ori e s 112 Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control * The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held trans-mitters for various remote-controlled accessories, such as door openers and house alarm ...

Cont ro ls 113 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y The corresponding memory key 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter. The device can be operated as of ignition on. If the device can...

Prac tic a l in te rio r ac ce ss ori e s 114 1 Quarter window blind 2 Side window blind 3 Rear window blind 4 Switching to the other side The side window blind can not be extended unless the side window is closed. If the window is open, the blind will rise slightly prior to immediately retracting t...

Cont ro ls 115 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Select "Rear refr. box" a second time and confirm to switch the unit off. Glove compartment Opening Press button. The glove compartment opens automatically and...

Prac tic a l in te rio r ac ce ss ori e s 116 and then retain the key in your possession while handing over only the remote control when leaving the vehicle for valet parking etc., refer to page 34 ; this prevents unau- thorized access to the luggage and front storage compartments. < Ventilating ...

Cont ro ls 117 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Ashtray, front Opening Slide back the cover by the recess. To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash and gently press the tip into the funnel. Emptying Press the butt...

Prac tic a l in te rio r ac ce ss ori e s 118 Cigarette lighter, rear Refer to Cigarette lighter, front. Rear center armrest Before folding down the armrest, adjust the head restraint to its lowest position, refer to page 50. < To open the storage compartment: Press the button in the handle reces...

Driving tips This chapter is designed to provide you with extra support by supplying information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

T h ing s to re membe r when driving 122 Things to remember when driving Break-in procedures To ensure that your vehicle continues to furnish optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful attention to the following information. Engine and diff...

Dr iv in g t ip s 123 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Hydroplaning When driving on wet or slushy roads, reduce road speed. If you do not, a wedge of water can form between tires and road surface. This phenomenon is referr...

T h ing s to re membe r when driving 124 ensured that the radiation which results during transmission will be discharged from the vehicle interior. < Cargo loading To avoid loading the tires beyond their approved carrying capacity, never overload the vehicle. Overloading can lead to overheating a...

Dr iv in g t ip s 125 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Securing cargo > Use the luggage net * or securing straps to hold down small and lightweight lug-gage and cargo, refer to page 42 > Heavy-duty straps * for secur...

T h ing s to re membe r when driving 126 Entry/pass tags Infrared windshield technology has been used on your vehicle to minimize solar heating of the vehicle interior. This technol-ogy also reduces the ability of electronic devices to transmit and receive through the windshield, which will impair t...

Navigation This section contains various examples that illustrate how the navigation system provides you with reliable guidance to your destination. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

St arting navigation sys tem 130 Starting navigation system GPS Enter data only when the vehicle is stationary, and always obey the traffic regulations and road signs in the event of any contradiction between traffic and road conditions and the instructions issued by the navigation system. If you do...

Na viga ti on Dr iv in g t ip s 131 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y To change the navigation CD/DVD: 1. Press button. The CD/DVD is ejected from the naviga-tion computer 2. Remove the CD/DVD 3. Insert the new CD/DVD with the labeled si...

Na viga ti on Dr iv in g t ip s 133 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y > The "AS ADDRESS" command can be used to store the entered address in the address book. You can store approx. 50 addresses and then import them directly fr...

Des tinat io n ent ry 136 6. Selecting the address transfers it to the destination list. > Select and confirm your selection to move the display up or down > Select and confirm your selec- tion to exit the view and return to "ABC...". Using the voice command system: Looking for interes...

Na viga ti on Dr iv in g t ip s 137 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Destination list This is the most current listing of entered destinations, with the most recent destina-tions at the top of the list. Once you have reached the top des...

Des tinat io n ent ry 138 As a result, the routes recommended by the navigation system may not always be the same ones that you would choose based on personal experience. < Using the voice command system: Wordmatch principle The system relies on a wordmatch principle to make it easier for you to ...

Na viga ti on Dr iv in g t ip s 139 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Destination guidance Starting destination guidance Select "Route guid." and confirm your selection. As the navigation computer determines the route to your des...

Des tinat io n guid anc e 140 Changing scale Turn the controller to adjust the scale.The map scale is provided at the lower right of the Control Display. Altering display direction 1. Select "View" and confirm your selec-tion. All the menu items will disappear after a few moments if no furth...

Na viga ti on Dr iv in g t ip s 141 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y stretch.Select and confirm; the route list is closed and a new route is calculated > "Avoid route":You can also make a detour of up to 20 miles/30 km around...

Des tinat io n guid anc e 142 Terminating/interrupting destination guidance Select "Route guid." and confirm your selection. The system suspends destination guid-ance, including voice instructions, until reactivated. Address book To make it even easier to enter destina-tions, the system lets...

Na viga ti on Dr iv in g t ip s 143 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Voice command system address book Storing addresses The first destination in the destination list can be stored in this address book: It is always the case that only t...

On /of f, to ne 148 On/off, tone Controls Operation using buttons The illustration shows a CD player as an example. 1 Operating audio and video sources > Press: switching on/off > Turn: adjusting volume 2 CD slot 3 Eject CD 4 Change station/track > Change the station > Fast forward/rever...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 149 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y Care instructions You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the separate Caring for your vehicle brochure. Switching on/off Press the button...

On /of f, to ne 150 Tone adjustment 1. Select "Tone" and confirm your selec-tion For the tone settings of the TV or DVD, you can directly select "Tone" for the video sources and confirm your selection. < 2. Select desired tone settings > "Treble" and "Bass" Sele...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 151 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y Resetting tone settings You can reset all tone settings except "Speed Vol." to the standard default set-tings. Select "RESET" and confirm your selectio...

Radio 152 Radio Listening to radio 1. Switch on audio or video sources, refer to page 149. Select " Audio" and confirm your selection if a video source is switched on 2. If another audio source is switched on, select "FM..." or "AM..." and confirm your selection. Volume adjus...

Radio 154 Storing a station 1. Select "FM..." or "AM..." and confirm your selection. Each time you confirm "AM..." the sys-tem alternately switches between the AM waveband and the "Autostore" mode.Each time you confirm "FM...", the sys-tem alternately switches...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 155 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y Weather Band Weather Radio is a service of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, NOAA, of the U.S. Department of Com-merce. Weather messages are repeate...

Radio 156 During enabling, leave the ignition switched on. Channel selection 1. Select "SAT" and confirm your selec-tion. Each time you confirm "SAT", the sys-tem alternately changes between "Channels", "Category" and the "Pre-sets".The enabled channels are di...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 157 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y 3. Storing channels and selecting memory locations, refer to next section. Addi-tional information, refer to page 156 . Storing a channel 1. Select "SAT" and c...

CD Comp act Disc 158 CD Compact Disc Listening to CDs Insert the CD in the slot. If a CD is already inserted in the CD player: Start playback. Select "CD" and confirm your selection. Volume adjustment, refer to page 149 . Tone control, refer to page 149 . Selecting a track using Control Cent...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 159 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y Fast forward/reverse 1. Select the direction. Press and hold the button. The tracks can be heard, but the sound is distorted 2. To interrupt the fast forward/reverse f...

CD changer 160 CD changer Location The BMW CD changer with a storage capacity of 6 CDs is installed above the glove compartment. Removing CD magazine To insert or remove CDs from the storage magazine you must first remove it from the CD changer: 1. Press button 1 ; the lid 2 opens 2. The CD magazine...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 161 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y If the CD magazine has been newly filled, playback begins with the lowest CD, e.g. CD 1, track 1. Volume adjustment, refer to page 149 . Tone control, refer to page 14...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 163 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y TV For your own safety, the TV picture is only shown on the rear screen. The system is designed for reception of analog television. Due to the quality of mobile recept...

TV 164 Adjusting picture * During reception, the menu items are displayed by pressing the controller. < 1. Select "TV" and confirm your selection 2. Select "Picture" and confirm your selec-tion. Additional menu items are displayed on the right side. Selecting brightness, color, co...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 165 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y DVD changer Location The BMW DVD changer for 6 DVDs or audio CDs is mounted behind the left side trim panel in the luggage compartment. Removing DVD magazine To insert...

DVD changer 166 3. Close the door again. The DVD changer checks the maga-zine for inserted DVDs or CDs and is then ready for operation. < DVD country codes Your DVD changer only plays DVDs with the coding 0 or 1. This coding cannot be changed. Playing DVDs Make all entries with the vehicle sta-ti...

Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Dr iv in g t ip s 167 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Co mm uni c a ti o n s Mo b il it y The DVD controller disappears again after a short time if you have not selected a func-tion. During playback the DVD controller is displayed by pressing the controller...

DVD changer 168 Searching for chapter You can change to the next or previ-ous chapter during playback. < 1. Display DVD controller, refer to page 166 2. Select the direction and confirm repeatedly, continuing until you reach the desired chapter or with buttons select the direction. Press repeated...

Communications This chapter describes the extensive array of options available for mobile communications with family, friends, business associates and service providers. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

U s in g th e ph on e in yo ur veh ic le 174 Using the phone in your vehicle Safety notice A car phone can provide many services, in an emergency even initiating a lifesaving rescue. However, bear the following in mind: Adjustments To avoid posing an unnecessary haz-ard due to inattention, both to y...

175 Ent e rt a inm e n t Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Mo b il it y influencing the cardiac pacemaker.With the slightest sign of a cardiac pace-maker malfunction, switch the BMW porta-ble phone off immediately. < Batteries To avoid ...

U s in g th e ph on e in yo ur veh ic le 176 Telephone keypad, folding The telephone keypad allows you to use all of the basic BMW portable phone functions without ever picking up the handset.Calls are automatically routed through the hands-free system. The telephone keypad is available for operatio...

177 Ent e rt a inm e n t Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Mo b il it y Hands-free system The hands-free microphone is located on the left-hand side on the headliner. The hands-free system is activated when-ever you establish or receive a ...

U s in g th e ph on e in yo ur veh ic le 178 vide a detailed description of the situa-tion. < For technical reasons, the emergency call cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conditions. < Under certain conditions, an emergency call is started automatically immediately after a severe accident....

179 Ent e rt a inm e n t Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Mo b il it y Calls during a call This function can only be used through the keypad. Accepting a call Press the button Rejecting a call Press the button Switching between two calls ...

U s in g th e ph on e in yo ur veh ic le 180 The connection is established. Here, the dialed number appears in the upper status line, refer to page 23 . The system dials the number. The connection can also be estab-lished using the button on the steer- ing wheel or the telephone keypad. < Select ...

181 Ent e rt a inm e n t Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Mo b il it y You can use the voice command system to redial the last number called: Select and confirm to end the call. Missed calls If the phone number of the caller was trans-fer...

B M W A s si st 182 BMW Assist To avoid posing an unnecessary haz-ard, both to your own vehicle's occu- pants and to other road users, only make entries with the vehicle stationary. < Requirements If the following requirements are met, you can call up BMW Assist: > Telephone is connected and s...

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 how to deal with any problems that may occur. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

Refueling 186 Refueling Fuel filler door Always switch off the engine before refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be filled into the tank and a message will appear in the Check Control. < To open and close: briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler door. Manual release In the event of an el...

Mo b il it y 187 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Fuel specification The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. Required fuel Premium unleaded gasoline,minimum octane rating: 91 Minimum octane rating corresponds to the ...

Whee ls and tires 188 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety It is not merely the tire's service life, but also driving comfort and – to a great extent – driving safety that depend on the condi-tion of the tires and the maintenance of the specified tire pressure. Check ...

Whee ls and tires 190 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 rating Q = up to 105 mph/160 km/h T = up to 118 mph/190 km/h H = up to 131 mph/210 km/h V = up to 150 mph/240 km/h W = up to 167 m...

Mo b il it y 191 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t 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 tes...

Whee ls and tires 192 Run-flat tires * You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire. The run-flat tires consist of self-supporting tires and special rims. The tire reinforce-ment ensures that the tire retains some residual safety in the ev...

Mo b il it y 193 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t remounted on the vehicle as soon as pos-sible. Recommended tire sizes and brands BMW tests certain tire brands for each tire size, classifies them as road-safe and app...

Un der t h e h o o d 194 Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required, professional technical training. If you are not familiar with the reg-ulations to be observed, only have work on your vehicle carried out by a BMW center or a works...

Mo b il it y 195 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Engine compartment 1 Engine oil dip stick, refer to Checking oil level 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 197 3 Reservoir for windshield an...

Un der t h e h o o d 196 1.5 liter. Do not fill beyond the upper mark on the dipstick. Excess oil can damage the engine. Adding engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just above the lower mark or a message appears in the Check Control before add-ing oil. Store oil, grease etc., well out of t...

Mo b il it y 197 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t 4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specified level – do not overfill. 5. Twist closed the cap and tighten firmly 6. Have the reason for the coolant...

Mai n tenan c e 198 Maintenance The BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System serves to retain the operating and road 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 inside...

Mo b il it y 199 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Care You can find useful information on caring for your BMW in the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

Rule s and r e gulations 200 Rules and regulations California laws Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to issue the fol-lowing warning: Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile components and parts, including components found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, contain or ...

Mo b il it y 201 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Replacing components Onboard tool kit The onboard tool kit is located in the lug-gage compartment lid. Loosen the wingnut to open. The adapter for the spare key can be...

Replacing comp onents 202 Releasing lamp cover The illustration shows the left side of the engine compartment. 1 High beams Press the tab down, refer to arrow. Always wear gloves and eye protec-tion – the atmosphere within the bulb is pressurized. Failure to observe this pre-caution can lead to pers...

Replacing comp onents 204 Light-emitting diodes LEDs Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lenses serve as the light source for many of the controls and displays in your vehicle. These light-emitting diodes, which operate using a concept similar to that applied in conventional lasers, a...

Mo b il it y 205 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Grasp the handle in the upper panel and fold it down. Undo the wingnut and remove the jack. After use, screw the jack all the way back down and snap the handle back in...

Replacing comp onents 206 3. Check and correct the tire inflation pressure at the earliest opportunity Protect valve stems and valve stem seal caps against dirt and contamination. Dirt in valve stems is a frequent source of gradual air loss. < 4. Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor, refer to page ...

Replacing comp onents 208 In luggage compartment Use the handle to pull down the trim on the right wall. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

Mo b il it y 209 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Giving and receiving assistance Warning triangle * The warning triangle is conveniently stored in the onboard tool kit mounted on the inside of the luggage compartment...

Giving and receiving assistance 210 nal for jump-starting of the vehicle providing starting assistance 3. Connect the second terminal clamp of the positive/+ jumper cable to the posi-tive terminal of the battery or to an aux-iliary terminal for jump-starting of the vehicle to be started On your BMW,...

Mo b il it y 211 Refe re n c e A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Selector lever in position N. Manual release of the transmission lockout, refer to page 70 . Do not exceed a towing speed of 45 mph/70 km/h and a towing dis-tance of 9...

Reference This is where to look to find information on any desired topic as quickly as possible. This chapter includes the section with technical information as well as the manual's index. Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 154 - © 09/04 BMW AG

Technical data 214 Technical data Engine specifications 745i, 745Li 760i/760Li DisplacementNumber of cylinders cu in/cm µ 268.4/4,398 8 364.4/5,972 12 Maximum outputat engine speed hprpm 325 6,100 438 6,000 Maximum torqueat engine speed lb ft/Nm rpm 330/450 3,600 444/600 3,950 Online Edition for Par...

Refe re n c e 215 A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Dimensions All dimensions specified in inches/mm. Lower side view: Li models. Min. turning circle dia.: 39.7 ft/12.1 m; Li models: 41.3 ft/12.6 m. Online Edition for P...

Technical data 216 Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. 745i 745Li Curb weight lbs./kg 4,376/1,985 4,464/2,025 Approved gross vehicle weight lbs./kg 5,434/2,465 5,523/2,505 Load Ibs./kg 1,058/480 1,059/480 Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2,557/1,160 2,602...

Refe re n c e 217 A t a gl anc e Cont ro ls Dr iv in g t ip s Co mm uni c a ti o n s Na viga ti on Ent e rt a inm e n t Mo b il it y Capacities Notes Fuel tankReserve gal./litersgal./liters approx. 23.3/88 approx. 2.6/10 Fuel specification: page 187 Windshield and headlight washer system quarts/lite...

Every thing fr om A to Z 218 Everything from A to Z Index A A/C operation– automatic climate control 105 "ABC..." for navigation 132 ABS Antilock Brake System 92 – indicator lamp 13 ACC, refer to Active cruise control 75 "ACCEPT" for navigation 137 , 143 Accepting call– automatic 177...

Refueling To ensure that you always have all the essential data at hand when refueling, we recommend that you fill in the following tables with the specifications and informa-tion that apply to your vehicle. Consult the index for individual specifications. Fuel Engine oil The oil quantity between th...