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The Ultimate Driving Machine Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents A - Z Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

645Ci Owner's Manual for Vehicle Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW. Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request: Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have com- p[...]

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Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Contents The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the index, refer to page 197 . Using this Owner's Manual 4 Notes 7 Reporting safety defects At a glance 10 Cockpit 16 Control Center 20 Voice command system Controls 26 Opening and closing 42 A[...]

Notes 4 Notes Using this Owner's Manual We have made every effort to ensure that you are able to find what you need in this Owner's Manual as quickly as possible. The fastest way to find specific topics is to use the detailed index at the back of the manual. If you wish to gain an initial over- view of your vehicle, you will find this in [...]

5 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility The individual vehicle On purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individual- ized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment available with a specific BMW model. Please bear[...]

Notes 6 For your own safety Fuels Use unleaded gasoline only. Fuels containing up to and including 10 % ethanol or other oxygenates with up to 2.8 % oxygen by weight – that is, 15 % MTBE or 3 % methanol plus an equiv- alent amount of co-solvent – will not void the applicable warranties with respect to defects in materials or workmanship. Field [...]

7 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Service and warranty We recommend that you read this publica- tion thoroughly. Your BMW is covered by the following war- ranties: > New Vehicle Limited Warranty > Rust Perforation Limited Warranty > Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty > F[...]

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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 Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BM[...]

Cockpit 10 Cockpit All around the steering wheel: controls and displays 1 Convertible: opening and closing rear window 35 2 Convertible: opening and closing windows together 34 3 Convertible: opening and closing back windows 34 4 Opening and closing front windows 33 5 Adjusting exterior mirrors 48 6 Turn signals 60 High beams, headlamp flasher 86 R[...]

At a glance 11 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 7 Buttons on the steering wheel Portable phone: > Press briefly: Accept call or terminate call as well as dial if an entry has been selected from "A - Z", "Top 8", "Redial ", "Received calls" or "Missed cal[...]

Cockpit 12 Instrument cluster 1 Indicator lamps for turn signals 13 2 Speedometer with display of speed for cruise control 63 3 Fixed indicator and warning lamps 13 4 Tachometer 64 and engine oil thermometer 65 5 Display for > Variable indicator and warning lamps 66 > Speed for cruise control 63 > Time/date 64 > Outside temperature 64 6[...]

At a glance 13 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Indicator and warning lamps Technology that monitors itself The indicator and warning lamps identified by the + symbol are subjected to an oper- ation check each time you switch on the ignition or start the engine. They each light up once for different p[...]

Cockpit 14 All around the center console: controls and displays Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

At a glance 15 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 1 Coupe: glass roof, electric with raise function 35 2 Microphone for portable phone 146 Convertible: microphone on steering column * 3 Reading lamps 87 4 Interior lamps 87 5 Microphone for voice command system 20 Convertible: microphone on steering colu[...]

Control Center 16 Control Center The Control Center groups the functions of a large number of switches. This means that these functions can be operated from a central position. The following section provides an introduction to the principle of the menu guidance. How you control the individual functions is described in the con- text of the relevant [...]

At a glance 17 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Menu guidance As of ignition key position 1, the following message appears on the Control Display: Confirm the message by pressing the con- troller; the start menu is opened. Start menu Via the start menu, you can open four menus by moving the controller[...]

Control Center 18 Selecting menu items and making adjustments 1 To select individual menu items: turn the controller. The marking moves. Menu items shown in white can be selected 2 To activate menu items selected with the marking: press the controller. In the current field, new menu items are dis- played or a function is executed 3 To change the cu[...]

At a glance 19 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Status information 1 Manual or automatic air distribution for driver and passenger side 2 Display for Entertainment: Radio or CD, sound output for Entertainment off. Display for telephone: "Car Phone", "Portable" or no network 3 new e[...]

Voice command system 20 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. Individual menu items on the Control Dis- play can be spoken as commands. Opera- tion via the controller is not required. The voice command system tr[...]

At a glance 21 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility The text or numbers that the voice com- mand system has registered will appear on the Control Display. This symbol appears on the Control Dis- play when you can enter additional voice commands. If there are no other voice commands, operate the equipment [...]

Voice command system 22 Notes Do not use the voice command sys- tem in emergency situations. In stress situations, voice and pitch can change. < The portable phone can also be oper- ated by voice control, refer to page 151 . < For voice commands, bear the following in mind: > Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume, avoiding exces[...]

At a glance 23 Reference Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

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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 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Opening and closing 26 Opening and closing The key set 1 Master keys with remote control. They specify the functions of the Key Memory. In the process individual func- tions of your vehicle can behave differ- ently depending on the key used, see further below. To differentiate, you can mark the keys with remote controls using the color- coded decal[...]

Controls 27 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility > Luggage compartment lid > Fuel filler door. The central locking system can be oper- ated from the outside > via the remote control > via the door lock and from inside via the button for the cen- tral locking system. If operated from the ins[...]

Opening and closing 28 Locking and securing Press the button. Switching on interior lamps Press the button if the vehicle is locked. You can also use this function to locate your vehicle in parking garages etc. Panic mode * By pressing and holding the button for more than approx. two seconds, you can trigger the alarm system in response to any impe[...]

Controls 29 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Using door lock 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, the luggage compart- ment lid and the fuel filler door. Convenience operation The wi[...]

Opening and closing 30 6. Press the controller. The setting is selected. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last adjustment is applied. Unlocking and opening doors > Either unlock both doors together with the button for the central locking sys- tem and then pull the door handle above the armrest or > pull the door h[...]

Controls 31 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Opening from inside Press the button: The luggage compartment lid opens unless the hotel function is activated, see above. Opening from outside Press the upper half of the BMW emblem or the button on the remote control: The luggage compartment lid opens.[...]

Opening and closing 32 If special circumstances should make it absolutely necessary to operate the vehicle with the lid open: 1. Coupe: close both windows as well as the glass roof Convertible: with closed top, close all windows 2. Adjust the automatic climate control to supply a high air volume, refer to page 89 . Luggage compartment There are fou[...]

Controls 33 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Indicator lamp displays > The indicator lamp below the interior rearview mirror flashes continuously: the system is armed > The indicator lamp flashes on locking: door(s) or luggage compartment lid are not completely closed. Even if you do not clos[...]

Opening and closing 34 Coupe: opening and closing windows Ignition key as of position 1: > Press the switch up to the resistance point: The window continues to move down- wards as long as you continue to hold the switch > Briefly press the switch beyond the resistance point: The window moves downwards auto- matically. Briefly press the switch[...]

Controls 35 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Rear window Ignition key as of position 1: 1. Briefly press button 1 : The LEDs in button 1 and at switch 2 light up 2. Press switch 2 : > Up to the resistance point: The rear window continues to move downward as long as you continue to hold the switc[...]

Opening and closing 36 Raising and closing glass roof Ignition key as of position 1: > Briefly press the switch for raising the roof: The roof opens and the sliding panel moves back approx. 2 in/5 cm > Press the switch twice beyond the resistance point toward the rear: The roof opens and the sliding panel moves completely back > To close, [...]

Controls 37 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 3. Turn the Allen wrench and move the glass roof in the desired direction. Sliding panel 1. Lower the cover downwards, if neces- sary using the screwdriver from the onboard tool kit at the positions indi- cated, refer to page 178 2. Insert the Allen wren[...]

Opening and closing 38 Partial vacuums that occur at higher speeds in the passenger compart- ment can make the convertible top flap. Use the ventilation controls to increase the air supply so that no partial vacuum occurs in the vehicle. < To close the electrically activated side windows while the vehicle is being driven, always close the rear w[...]

Controls 39 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility If the opening or closing action is inter- rupted, it can happen that the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened. < Convenience operation using remote control and driver's door lock Refer to pages 27 and 29. Manual closing in the event of an el[...]

Opening and closing 40 2. Hold the convertible top at each side frame, arrow 3 , with both hands Lifting the convertible top at parts other than the side frame can damage it. < 3. Both persons lift on both sides simulta- neously, arrows 4 , and swing the top forwards. In doing so, keep the convert- ible top compartment lid open, arrow 5 , e.g. w[...]

Controls 41 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 4. Push out the securing pin 1 on the right side of the wind deflector until it snaps into place 5. Unfold the rear mounts 2 . Fitting 1. Insert the wind deflector with the secur- ing pin 1 in the appropriate opening on the right side of the vehicle 2. G[...]

Adjustments 42 Adjustments Sitting safely The ideal sitting position can make a vital contribution to relaxed, fatigue-free driving. The sitting position also plays an important role together with the safety belts and air- bags in providing occupants with maximum levels of passive safety in an accident. To ensure that the safety systems operate wit[...]

Controls 43 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Seats Note before adjusting Never attempt to adjust your seat while operating the vehicle. The seat could respond with unexpected move- ment, and the ensuing loss of vehicle con- trol could lead to an accident. On the front passenger side as well, do not[...]

Adjustments 44 Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory You can store and select three different adjustment settings for the driver's seat, exterior mirrors and steering wheel. The adjustment of the lumbar support is not stored in the memory. Storing Ignition key as of position 1: 1. Adjust the desired seat, exterior mirror and steering-wheel po[...]

Controls 45 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Safety feature 1. Close the driver's door and turn the ignition key to position 0 or 2 2. Press the desired memory button 1 , 2 or 3 and maintain pressure until the adjustment process has been com- pleted. If you press the M EMORY button acciden- ta[...]

Adjustments 46 Adjusting tilt angle Swivel the head restraints. Entry to the rear Before moving off, fold back both seat backrests. Otherwise, there is a risk of accident from unexpected movement. < Coupe: releasing backrest Pull the lever upwards and fold the back- rest forwards. The lever is designed in such a way that the safety belt can be s[...]

Controls 47 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Safety belts Fasten your safety belt before starting any trip. Airbags complement the safety belt as an additional safety device, but they do not represent a substitute. Fastening Make sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt buckle. Please faste[...]

Adjustments 48 Mirrors Adjusting exterior mirrors Armrest in the driver's door: 1 4-way adjustment 2 Switching to the other mirror or auto- matic curb monitor, refer to page 45 To prevent the exterior mirrors from being damaged due to the width of the vehicle, always fold them in by hand before entering an automatic car wash. < You can also[...]

Controls 49 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Automatic steering wheel adjustment In conjunction with seat, mirror and steer- ing wheel memory. The steering wheel automatically moves as high up and far forward as possible to ease driver entry and exit before then returning to the standard position o[...]

Adjustments 50 Operating function Briefly press the corresponding button on the steering wheel. Voice instructions of navigation system: > Switch voice instructions on/off: Maintain pressure on the button for several seconds > Repeat the last voice instruction: Briefly press the button > To prevent the navigation system from interrupting o[...]

Controls 51 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 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 hav[...]

Transporting children safely 52 Child seat security All of the rear belt retractors and the front passenger's safety belt can be locked for mounting and securing child -restraint sys- tems. Information regarding this is located near the buckle latch of each safety belt. To lock safety belt Pull the entire length of the belt from the belt retra[...]

Controls 53 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Canadian models only: The anchorage points for the LATCH child- restraint fixing are identified by buttons. Installation guide The installation guide makes it easier to fit the LATCH child-restraint fixing and at the same time protects the surface of the[...]

Driving 54 Driving Ignition lock 0 Steering locked The key can only be inserted or removed in this position. After removing the key, turn the steering wheel slightly until it locks. Interlock on automatic transmission > Only move the selector lever from position P with the engine running > To turn the key back to position 0 or to remove it, f[...]

Controls 55 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility SMG Sequential manual transmission and automatic transmission Your BMW is equipped with the conve- nience starting feature. Here, it is sufficient to turn the ignition key only briefly to posi- tion 3 'Start engine' and to let go of it right aw[...]

Driving 56 do not pull it too strongly. In doing so, con- tinuously press the button of the handbrake lever. Strong application of the handbrake can lead to overbraking of the rear axle and associated 'fishtailing' of the vehicle rear end. The brake lamps do not light up when the handbrake is engaged. Vehicles with manual or SMG transmiss[...]

Controls 57 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility > One-touch function for Sequential mode +: manual upshifts —: manual downshifts > D: Drive mode. N is automatically engaged if the driver's door is opened with the engine running and neither pedals, shift paddles nor the selector lever are [...]

Driving 58 speed; thus, for example, a downshift that would cause the engine to overrev will not be executed by the system > When the vehicle is stationary, the transmission automatically downshifts into first gear > Shortly before dropping below a gear- dependent minimum speed, the trans- mission downshifts automatically even without your in[...]

Controls 59 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility P Parking Select only when the vehicle is completely stationary. The rear wheels are blocked. R Reverse Select only when the vehicle is completely stationary. N Neutral E.g. engage in car washes. The vehicle can roll. D Drive, automatic position Position[...]

Driving 60 Activating system With ignition key in position 2 Press the SPORT button. The LED in the button lights up and SPORT is displayed in the instrument cluster. Deactivating system > Press the SPORT button again or > engage reverse gear or > switch off the engine. The LED in the button and SPORT in the instrument cluster go out. Acce[...]

Controls 61 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Triple turn signal activation is acti- vated. Wiper system 1 Standard wiper speed: briefly press once. The system automatically reverts to operation in the intermittent mode whenever the vehicle is stationary. Fast wipe: briefly press twice or press beyo[...]

Driving 62 Deactivate the rain sensor when passing through an automatic car wash. Failure to do so could result in dam- age caused by undesired wiper activa- tion. < Washer fluid Washer fluid antifreeze is flammable. Always keep it well away from sparks and open flames, and store it in tightly closed containers well out of the reach of children.[...]

Controls 63 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility In addition, cruise control is interrupted automatically > when you apply pressure to the brake pedal > when you press down the clutch pedal or engage position N of the automatic transmission/SMG > when DSC comes on. 4 Recalling stored speed Bri[...]

Everything under control 64 Everything under control Odometer, outside temperature display, clock When the ignition is off you can briefly acti- vate the time, outside temperature and odometer displays by pressing the knob 3 at the lower left of the instrument cluster. Outside temperature display, clock, date 1 The outside temperature and the time [...]

Controls 65 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Engine oil thermometer The engine oil temperature is between approx. 160 7 /70 6 and approx. 340 7 / 170 6 during normal operation. If the engine oil temperature is too high, a message appears on the Control Display. Fuel gauge Fuel tank capacity: approx[...]

Everything under control 66 Symbols The service deadline has already passed. The deadline for service or an official inspection is approaching. Please fix a service appointment. No service is currently required. You can request more detailed information on every entry. Select the entry and press the controller. To exit the menu: Select and press th[...]

Controls 67 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Display of a message means that a Check Control message is present. Information and malfunction reports are indicated by an illuminated indicator or warning lamp symbol. At the same time, a gong sounds and a text message appears on the Control Display. S[...]

Everything under control 68 Calling up stored messages on Control Display Using CHECK button 1. Press the button longer: The first stored message is displayed 2. Briefly press the button: A new message appears each time you briefly press the button. Using Control Center Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Press button. The [...]

Controls 69 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Computer Mode selection As of ignition key position 1, you can use the BC button in the turn signal lever to call up computer information in the instrument cluster. A new function appears each time you briefly press the BC button. Displays in instrument [...]

Everything under control 70 > Trip computer, suitable e.g. for a vacation trip. Computer Select "Onboard info" and press the con- troller. > Estimated time of arrival at destination: > Entering a distance manually in the computer, see below > Entering a destination in the naviga- tion system, refer to page 110 > Cruising ra[...]

Controls 71 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 2. Select a menu item: > "Onboard info" > "Trip computer" 3. Press the controller. Speed limit You can enter a speed and a Check Control message indicates when you have reached this speed. This enables you, for example, to recei[...]

Everything under control 72 Stopwatch Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open "Navigation". On vehicles without navigation system: open "Car Data" 2. Select "Car Data" and press the con- troller 3. Select "Stopwatch" and press the con- troller. Starting and stopping > Select "[...]

Controls 73 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 4. Select the menu item to be set 5. Press the controller 6. Select the desired measurement unit and press the controller. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last settings are applied. Language on Control Display The language o[...]

Everything under control 74 Setting date Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open the menu 2. Select "Display settings" and press the controller 3. Select "Date" and press the controller 4. Select "Set date" and press the control- ler. The first section of the date display is highlighted, here [...]

Controls 75 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Technology for comfort, convenience and safety PDC Park Distance Control * The concept The PDC assists you when you are parking. Signal tones and a visual display * indicate the current distance to an object behind or in front of your vehicle. To measure[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 76 indicate the presence of objects in green before they are close enough to generate a signal tone. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Press button. The start menu is opened 2. Press the controller to open the menu 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controll[...]

Controls 77 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility DSC Dynamic Stability Control DSC optimizes vehicle stability during acceleration and when starting from a full stop, as well as optimizing traction. The system recognizes any tendency for the vehicle to assume an unstable attitude such as oversteer or u[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 78 The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appro- priate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Therefore, do not reduce the additional safety margin again by taking risks. < DBC Dynamic Brake Control When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatica[...]

Controls 79 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility have dropped below the minimum, possi- bly owing to a leak in the hydraulic system. Do not continue driving. Contact your BMW center. < Flat Tire Monitor The concept The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the inflation pressures in the four tires as you[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 80 Report of a flat tire The warning lamp lights up in red and a message appears on the Control Display. In addition, an acoustic signal sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss. 1. Cautiously reduce the vehicle speed to below 50 mph/80 km/h. Avoid sudden braking and steering m[...]

Controls 81 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Airbags The following airbags are located under the marked covers: 1 Front airbags for driver and front pas- senger 2 Coupe: head airbags 3 Front side airbags 4 Knee airbag for front passenger 5 Knee airbag for driver Protective effect The front airbags [...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 82 Airbag system operational The airbag warning lamp in the instrument cluster indicates the operational readiness of the entire airbag system and the safety belt tensioners as of ignition key position 1. The warning lamp goes out after a few sec- onds. Airbag system malfunction Have the airbag system [...]

Controls 83 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Never move the convertible top when the rollover protection system is raised. No changes of any nature may be made to the individual components of the rollover protection system and wiring. Work on the rollover protection system may only be performed at [...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 84 6. Press the controller. The information appears on the Head-Up Display. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, the last adjustment is applied. Adjusting brightness The brightness of the display is automati- cally adapted to the ambient lighting condi- tions. However, you can chan[...]

Controls 85 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 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 p[...]

Lamps 86 this switch position with the ignition key in position 2. < The automatic headlamp control can- not serve as a substitute for your per- sonal judgment in determining when the lamps should be switched on in response to ambient lighting conditions. For exam- ple, the system cannot detect fog. To avoid safety risks, you should always switc[...]

Controls 87 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility If the automatic headlamp control is activated, the low beams will come on automatically when you switch on the fog lamps. < Instrument lighting Turn the serrated dial to adjust the illumina- tion intensity. Interior lamps Control of the interior lamp[...]

A congenial climate 88 A congenial climate 1 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 2 Air for the upper body region The serrated dials allow you to open and close the air supply vent outlets through an infinitely-variable range. The levers change the direction of the airflow. You can find more information on adjusting for draft-fre[...]

Controls 89 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 14 Indicator lamp for independent ventila- tion > Activation time set: The indicator lamp comes on > Independent ventilation switched on: The indicator lamp flashes 15 Rear window defroster 16 Air grill for interior temperature sensor – please ke[...]

A congenial climate 90 rently within the vehicle. AUC executes this function automatically. Press the button repeatedly to run through the following control sequence: > Indicator lamps off: outside air flows into the vehicle continuously > Right indicator lamp on, AUC mode: the system detects pollutants in the outside air and responds by bloc[...]

Controls 91 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility 1. Select "Vent settings and press the controller 2. Select "AUTO and press the controller. The manual air distribution is switched on 3. Select the desired field by moving the controller and turn the controller to adjust the air distribution. [...]

A congenial climate 92 climate control is optimized for driving with the convertible top open. In addition, the air supply is increased as the speed increases. If the convertible program has been selected, it is automatically active every time the top is opened. The effect of the convertible program can be greatly enhanced if the wind deflector is [...]

Controls 93 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Preselecting activation times Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open "Climate" 2. Select "Ventilation" and press the con- troller 3. Select "Activation time" and press the controller The two presel[...]

Practical interior accessories 94 Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control * The concept The integrated universal remote control replaces up to three different hand-held transmitters for various items of radio-con- trolled equipment such as door openers and house alarm systems. The integrated universal remote control regis[...]

Controls 95 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility The corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the signal of the original hand-held transmitter. The equipment can be used in ignition key position 2. If the device cannot be operated after repeated programming, check whether the original hand-[...]

Practical interior accessories 96 Be sure that the flashlight is switched off when it is inserted into its holder. Failure to comply with this precaution could lead to overcharging and damage. < Center armrest A storage compartment is located in the armrest between the front seats. This com- partment is integrated in the central locking system a[...]

Controls 97 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility could cause personal injury to occupants during braking or evasive maneuvers. < Cup holders The compartment of the rear center con- sole contains a built-in and removable cup holder. The removable cup holder can be inserted in the side of the center c[...]

Practical interior accessories 98 Socket In front passenger footwell Access to the socket: Fold the cover upwards. Ski bag * Designed for safe, convenient transport of up to 2 pairs of standard skis or one snow- board. The ski bag itself plus the additional capac- ity provided by the luggage compartment make it possible to transport skis with a len[...]

Controls 99 Reference At a glance Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

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Driving tips This section 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 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Things to remember when driving 102 Things to remember when driving Break-in procedures To ensure that your vehicle continues to provide optimized economy of operation throughout an extended service life, we request that you devote careful attention to the following section. Engine and differential Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km: You should attempt to [...]

Driving tips 103 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility road surface. This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning, and is characterized by a partial or complete loss of contact between the tires and the road surface, ulti- mately undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle. < The risk of hy[...]

Things to remember when driving 104 Mobile communication devices in vehicle BMW advises against using mobile communication devices, e.g. portable phones, in the inside of the vehicle without a direct connection to an external antenna. Otherwise, the vehicle electronics and mobile communication device can influ- ence one another. It is not ensured t[...]

Driving tips 105 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Stowing cargo > Load heavy cargo as far forward and as low as possible, placing it directly behind the bulkhead behind the rear seats > Cover sharp edges and corners. Securing cargo > Use the luggage net * or securing straps to hold down small [...]

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Navigation This chapter describes how you can enter destinations and specify your route so that your navigation system guides you reliably to your destination. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Starting navigation system 108 Starting navigation system Your navigation system can use satellites to ascertain the precise position of your vehicle and guide you reliably to any desti- nation you enter. Navigation DVD Special navigation DVDs are required; these are available from your BMW center. Inserting navigation DVD 1. Insert the navigation [...]

Navigation Driving tips 109 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Display in assistance window You can display the route or the current position in the assistance window. This dis- play remains visible even if you switch to another application. 1. Move the controller to the right to enter the assistance window 2. Pres[...]

Destination entry 110 Destination entry In entering your destination you can select from among the following options: > Entering a destination manually, see below > Selecting destination using information, refer to page 113 > Selecting from among recent destina- tions, refer to Destination list , page 113 > Selecting destination from ad[...]

Navigation Driving tips 111 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Entering town/city of destination or zip code 1. Select "Town / City" or the displayed town/city and press the controller 2. To enter the town/city of destination: Select the first letter and press the con- troller. A list of all towns/cities [...]

Destination entry 112 The destination is saved in the destination list, refer to page 113 . Selecting destination using map If you only know the location of the town/ city or street, the system offers you a map. You can use the cursor to limit the destina- tion in the map and then apply it into the destination guidance. Control Center, for principl[...]

Navigation Driving tips 113 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Selecting destination using information You can obtain a display of selected desti- nations for towns/cities and apply them into the destination guidance, e. g. hotels, sights or hospitals. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Se[...]

Destination entry 114 > To display information on the desti- nation: Select "Information on destination " > To change the entry: Select "Edit", for operation, refer to Entering town/city of destination or zip code, page 111 > To delete the entry: Select "Delete entry" > To delete all entries: Select "D[...]

Navigation Driving tips 115 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility 3. Select "Apply location as address " and press the controller. The given name can be changed. For operation, refer to Entering a destina- tion manually, page 110 4. Select "Store in address book " and press the controller. You can [...]

Destination entry 116 Deleting all destinations from address book Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open the start menu 2. Press the controller to open the menu 3. Select "Vehicle settings" and press the controller 4. Select "Delete data" and press the con- troller 5. Select "Delete address book&q[...]

Navigation Driving tips 117 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility You can change the choice of route when- ever the destination guidance is active. Wordmatch principle The system supports the wordmatch prin- ciple to make it easier for you to enter the names of streets or towns/cities. The sys- tem runs ongoing checks[...]

Destination guidance 118 Destination guidance Starting destination guidance Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Select "Navigation" and press the con- troller 2. Select the destination from the destina- tion list and press the controller or enter a new destination, refer to page 110 3. Select "Start guidance&[...]

Navigation Driving tips 119 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility 2. Select "Start guidance" and press the controller. The destination guidance is switched off. When you park the vehicle before reaching the entered destination, upon restarting you will see the question "Continue guid- ance to dest.?&quo[...]

Destination guidance 120 Displaying route map You can have your current position dis- played on a map. After starting the destina- tion guidance, the planned route is shown on the map. 1. Select "Navigation" and press the con- troller 2. Select "Map, facing north" or "Map, direction of travel" 3. Press the controller. [...]

Navigation Driving tips 121 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility To exit from the menu without changing the route: Select and press the controller 3. "Calculate" is used to recalculate the route. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

What to do if … 122 What to do if … What to do if … > you request the current position of your vehicle, but do not receive a precise display? The system is unable to receive enough GPS signals at your current position owing to obstructions, your current position is not yet available on your nav- igation DVD, or the system is in the pro- ce[...]

Navigation Driving tips 123 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Entertainment Mobility Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

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Entertainment Operation of the radio and CD as well as their tone settings are described in this chapter. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

On/off and tone 126 On/off and tone The following equipment has shared con- trols and setting options: > Radio Business > CD player > CD changer * . Controls The audio sources can be operated using: > Buttons on the CD player > Control Center > Buttons on the steering wheel, refer to page 11 . Buttons on CD player The layout of th[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 127 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment". You have the following choices: > "FM" or "AM": radio reception > "WB": calling up Weather Band station > "SAT": selecting satellite rad[...]

On/off and tone 128 4. Select "Audio" and press the controller. The tone settings can also be selected if you have opened "Entertainment ": Select "Set" or "Tone" and press the con- troller. Treble and bass 1. Select "Treble / Bass" and press the controller 2. Move the controller to the left or righ[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 129 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility To switch off spatial sound: Select "Off" and press the controller. LOGIC7 and the LOGIC7 logo are regis- tered trade marks of Lexicon, Inc., a com- pany of the Harman International Group. Equalizer * You can set individual sound frequency ran[...]

Radio 130 Radio Your radio provides reception of the FM and AM wavebands. Listening to the radio Press the button if the sound output is switched off. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Press button. The start menu is opened 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment" 3. Select "FM" or &quo[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 131 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility To change between these different selec- tion criteria of stations: 1. Move the controller forwards to change fields 2. Select a selection criterion 3. Press the controller. Buttons on CD player Briefly press the button for the correspond- ing direction[...]

Radio 132 To stop the scan at the desired frequency or station: Press button. Updating stations with best reception If you are on a longer journey and leave the transmission range of the stations originally set, you can update the list of stations with the best reception. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Select "FM&[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 133 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility The stations of the last selection criterion are displayed once again after a short time. Depending on which key you have used to open the vehicle, other stored stations are displayed. Changing a memory location Control Center, for principle details, re[...]

Radio 134 You may experience signal drops and muting events related to this new technology. < Enabling or disabling channels Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Press button. The start menu is opened 2. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment" 3. Select "SAT" 4. Press the controller. The [...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 135 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility Channels are shown on the Control Dis- play sorted on the basis of various selection criteria 2. Select a menu item: > "Presets": Up to twelve channels you have stored > "All channels" > "Categories": All channels [...]

Radio 136 4. Turn the controller to select a memory location and press the controller. The channel is stored. The stations of the last selection criterion are displayed once again after a short time. Changing channel with buttons on CD player Briefly press the button for the correspond- ing direction. The system switches to the next enabled channel[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 137 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility CD player and CD changer Listening to CDs Starting CD player Equipment with two drives: The upper drive is for audio CDs. Insert the CD with the labeled side facing upwards. Playback starts automatically if the sound output is on. Currently not availabl[...]

CD player and CD changer 138 3. Move the controller backwards to open "Entertainment" 4. Select "CD" and press the controller 5. Select the desired CD and press the controller. At the end of the last track, the next CD will be selected. If new CDs have been placed in the CD magazine, playback starts with the lowest CD, e.g. CD 1[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 139 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility Repeating a track Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Select "Set" and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 2. Select "Repeat" and press the control- ler. The current music track on the CD is [...]

CD player and CD changer 140 Random play sequence In this mode, the music tracks on the cur- rent CD are played once in a random sequence. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Select "Set" and press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 2. Select "Random" and press the control- ler. To stop the r[...]

Navigation Entertainment Driving tips 141 Reference At a glance Controls Communications Mobility Inserting CD magazine Push in the CD magazine as far as possible in the direction of the arrow. The CD changer automatically reads in the inserted CDs and is then ready for opera- tion. Notes For correct playback of MP3 content, the MP3 data should have[...]

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Communications This chapter summarizes how you operate your BMW portable phone via the Control Center or voice control and how you use BMW Assist or TeleService. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Telephoning 144 Telephoning Safety notes For your own safety Your car phone makes life more convenient in many ways, and can even save lives in an emergency. While you should consult your portable phone's separate Owner's Manual for a detailed description of safety precau- tions and information, we request that you direct your particular [...]

145 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Batteries Never attempt to dismantle your BMW portable phone or its battery. Use only approved battery types – the wrong battery can destroy your portable phone. To avoid possible short circuits, after removing a battery you should never allow it to c[...]

Telephoning 146 Hands-free system Coupe: Convertible: The hands-free microphone is located near the interior rearview mirror or on the steer- ing column. The hands-free system is activated when- ever you establish or receive a call using: > The button on the steering wheel > The Control Center > Voice control. Volume adjustment Turn the bu[...]

147 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Entering unlock code if you are asked to enter the Unlock Code by a message on the Control Display: 1. Select "Phone" and press the controller 2. To enter the unlock code: select letters and digits individually and press the controller. Each l[...]

Telephoning 148 Ending a call 1. If necessary, select the telephone num- ber 2. Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 3. Select "End call" and press the control- ler. Phone book After inserting the portable phone in the cradle, the phone book is transferred from the portable phone into the vehicle. This also applies to port[...]

149 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility 4. Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 5. Select "Add digits" and press the con- troller 6. To supplement the phone number: select digits individually and press the controller 7. Select "Dial number" and press the co[...]

Telephoning 150 Deleting entire list 1. Select an entry from the list 2. Press the controller. Other menu items are displayed 3. Select "Delete all numbers" and press the controller. The list is deleted. Touch tone dialing Touch tone numbers are required for access to network services or to control devices, e.g. remote access to an answer[...]

151 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility To close the text message: Move the controller forwards to select and press the controller. Calling sender 1. Select the desired text message and press the controller. The text message is displayed 2. Select "Options" and press the control- le[...]

Telephoning 152 An example: dialing a phone number Start the dialog: Briefly press the button on the steering wheel. Volume adjustment You can adjust the volume for the instruc- tions from the system: Turn the button during an instruction to select the desired volume. This volume for the instructions is main- tained, even if the other audio sources[...]

153 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Correcting phone number After the last spoken sequence of digits has been repeated by the system, you can delete this sequence of digits. The command { Correct number } can be repeated as often as you like. Deleting input { Delete } is used to delete al[...]

Telephoning 154 Notes The voice commands were available in English on going to print. Other lan- guages are currently not available. To operate the portable phone via the voice command system, refer to page 20 . < Important for voice commands For voice commands, bear the following in mind: > Issue the commands fluently and at normal volume, a[...]

155 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility TeleService , BMW Assist TeleService TeleService supports you in communicat- ing with your BMW center. The installed car phone can be used to transmit data on the service status of your vehicle or on legally mandated inspections directly to your BMW cen[...]

TeleService, BMW Assist 156 6. Select "Enable services" and press the controller. TeleService and, if applicable, BMW Assist is enabled; data exchange with the service center starts. Enabling takes a few minutes. The status is displayed on the Control Display. If you open another menu, the enable process continues to run in the background[...]

157 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility 4. Select "BMW Service" and press the controller 5. Select "Roadside Assistance " and press the controller. If the current position can be deter- mined, the current vehicle location is displayed 6. Select "Start service" an[...]

TeleService, BMW Assist 158 Adapting TeleService or BMW Assist Displaying and updating services You will be informed about the changes in the scope of TeleService or BMW Assist. In this case, you should update the services. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open the start menu 2. Press the controller to open the menu 3. S[...]

159 Entertainment Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Mobility Displaying vehicle data When TeleService or BMW Assist is acti- vated, the colored designation, the license plate and the vehicle identification number of your vehicle can be displayed. Control Center, for principle details, refer to page 16 : 1. Open t[...]

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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 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Refueling 162 Refueling Always switch off the engine before refueling. If you do not, fuel cannot be filled into the tank and a message on the Control Display will appear. < Always observe all applicable precau- tions and regulations when handling fuels. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers c[...]

Mobility 163 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Warning lamp * lights up. Fuel filler cap is not properly closed or is missing. Check whether the fuel filler cap is properly closed. Fuel specifications The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. Required fuel Premium Unleaded Gasoline, Minimum Octane Ra[...]

Wheels and tires 164 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 the tire inflation pressure regu- larly a[...]

Mobility 165 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment 645Ci Coupe 645Ci Convertible Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi/ kilopascal with cold tires – cold = ambient temperature 245/45 R 18 96 V, H M+S 29/200 32/220 33/230 39/270 Front[...]

Wheels and tires 166 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 letter 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 mph/270 km/h Y = up to 186 mph/300 km/h Tire Identification Number Tires with D[...]

Mobility 167 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment 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 con- trolled conditions on a specified indoor lab- oratory test wheel.[...]

Wheels and tires 168 Run-flat tires You will recognize run-flat tires by a circular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire. Run-flat tires consist of self-contained tires and special rims. The tire reinforcement ensures that the tire retains some residual safety in the event of pressure drop and driving remains possible to a rest[...]

Mobility 169 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Recommended tire sizes and makes BMW tests certain tire brands for each tire size, classifies them as road-safe and approves them. You can find out about these at specialized dealers or at your BMW center. Observe any country-specific regulations, e.g. [...]

Under the hood 170 Under the hood Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required, professional technical training. If you are unfamiliar with the ser- vice procedures and precautions, always have any required work on your vehicle carried out at your BMW center. If this work is performed inexpertly, th[...]

Mobility 171 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Engine compartment 1 Filler neck for engine oil, refer to Topping up engine oil 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover, refer to page 173 3 Dipstick for engine oil, refer to Checking oil level 4 Starting-aid terminal, refer to pa[...]

Under the hood 172 Topping up engine oil Wait until the level has dropped to just on the lower dipstick mark before adding oil. In this area a message also appears on the Control Display. Store oil, grease etc., well out of the reach of children; always observe all warning labels on the containers . < Specified engine oils The quality of the eng[...]

Mobility 173 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment 3. The coolant level is correct when the measuring range of the fill level indica- tor is at the level of the upper edge of the filler neck, also refer to the drawing next to the filler neck 4. If the coolant is low, slowly add coolant up to the specifi[...]

Maintenance 174 Maintenance The BMW maintenance system The BMW maintenance system supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. The service schedule also includes operations related to the vehicle's comfort and convenience fea- tures, such as replacement of the filters for the inside air. The ultimate objective is [...]

Mobility 175 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Care Important information on care and main- tenance of your BMW is contained in the Caring for your vehicle brochure. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Rules and regulations 176 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 emit chemicals known to the State of California to c[...]

Mobility 177 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment When the fuel filler cap is not properly tightened, the OBD system can detect the vapor leak and the indicator lamp will light up. If the filler cap is subse- quently tightened, the indicator lamp should go out within a few days . < Online Edition fo[...]

Replacing components 178 Replacing components Onboard tool kit The onboard tool kit 1 , the screw-in tow fitting 2 and spare fuses and a pair of plas- tic tweezers 3 are stored in the luggage compartment. Fold up the cover located under the floor mat. Windshield wiper blades To replace, fold the wiper arm up and hold. Press the locking lugs togethe[...]

Mobility 179 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment High beams, parking lamps The illustration shows the front left side of the engine compartment. High beams Bulb 55 watts, H 7 1. Remove the cover cap 1 by pressing the tab and removing the cover cap upward 2. Press the bulb holder from above to release [...]

Replacing components 180 4. Turn the bulb holder to the left and pull out 5. Remove and replace the bulb. Sidemarker Bulb 5 watts, WY5W ST The bulb can be replaced via a cover at the front of the wheel well, refer to the descrip- tion for turn signal lamp 2. 1. The bulb holder of the sidemarker lamp is located toward the outside of the vehicle next[...]

Mobility 181 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment 1. Push a screwdriver from the left under the lamp and lever up the lamp to the right 2. Turn the bulb holder 90 5 to the left and remove 3. Remove and replace the bulb. Light-emitting diodes LEDs Light-emitting diodes installed behind translucent lense[...]

Replacing components 182 > Active steering The system is deactivated and has to be initialized, refer to page 80 . Until then, greater steering wheel movement is required > Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory The position must be newly stored, refer to page 44 > Time and date The settings must be updated, refer to page 73 > Radio Rad[...]

Mobility 183 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Giving and receiving assistance Emergency call * Conditions for an emergency call: > Ignition key as of position 1 > The car phone is logged on to a portable telephone network > The emergency call system is operable. Coupe: emergency call butto[...]

Giving and receiving assistance 184 Warning triangle * The warning triangle can be found in the luggage compartment on the left side. Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a hazard warn- ing triangle in the vehicle. < First-aid kit * The first-aid kit is located in the filler ele- ment of the rear seat backrest. 1. Press the butt[...]

Mobility 185 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Preparing 1. Check whether the battery of the other vehicle has a voltage of 12 Volts and approximately the same capacitance in Ah. This information can be found on the battery 2. Switch off the engine of the vehicle pro- viding assistance 3. Switch off[...]

Giving and receiving assistance 186 Using tow fitting The threaded tow fitting is stored in the tool kit mounted on the inside of the luggage compartment under the floor mat, refer to page 178 , and should always remain in the vehicle. It can be screwed in at the front or rear of the BMW. To avoid damage to the tow fitting and the vehicle, observe [...]

Mobility 187 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment > When mounted at an angle, the tow bar will exert lateral forces, tending to push the vehicle sideways. Secure the tow bar on the tow fitting only. Otherwise damage could result on other vehicle parts. < With tow-rope When starting off in the tow[...]

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Reference This is where to look to find information on any desired topic as quickly as possible. This chapter includes the section with technical data, the short commands of the voice command system a well as the manual's index. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Technical data 190 Technical data Engine specifications Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. 645Ci Displacement Number of cylinders cu in/cm m 268.4/4,398 8 Maximum output at engine speed hp rpm 325 6,100 Maximum torque at engine speed lb ft/Nm rpm 330/450 3,600 645Ci Coupe 645Ci Convertible Curb weight w[...]

Reference 191 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Coupe: dimensions All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning circle diameter: 37.4 ft/11.4 m. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Technical data 192 Convertible: dimensions All dimensions in inches/mm. Minimum turning circle diameter: 37.4 ft/11.4 m. Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 980 - © 01/04 BMW AG[...]

Reference 193 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Capacities Notes Fuel tank Reserve gal/liters gal/liters approx. 18.5/70 approx. 2.1/8 Fuel specification: page 163 Window and headlamp washer system quarts/liters approx. 5.3/5 For details: page 62 Engine oil and filter change quarts/liters 8.5/8 BMW H[...]

Short commands of the voice command system 194 Short commands of the voice command system With short commands you can carry out certain functions directly, regardless of which menu item is selected. The following lists important short com- mands of the voice command system. Communication Navigation * Function Command Opening the telephone 146 { Pho[...]

Reference 195 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Onboard information Entertainment Climate Function Command Displaying the computer 70 { Onboard info } Displaying the trip computer 70 { Trip computer } Opening the speed limit 71 { Limit } Opening the stopwatch 72 { Stopwatch } Function Command Opening[...]

Short commands of the voice command system 196 menu Function Command Opening "Door locks" 27 , 29 { Door locks } Opening "Steering wheel buttons " 49 { Steering wheel buttons } Opening "Lighting" 60 , 85 { Light settings } Opening "Communication interface " 155 { Communication interface } Opening "BMW Se[...]

197 Reference At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Everything from A to Z Index "..." Indicates texts on the Control Display for the selection of functions, pointing out where these are located. A ABS Antilock Brake System 76 – malfunction 78 – warning lamp 13 , 78 Acceleration assistant w[...]

Everything from A to Z 198 Automatic – air distribution 89 – air volume 89 – cruise control 62 – curb monitor 45 – headlamp control 85 – service notification 156 – station search 131 – steering wheel adjustment 49 – storing stations 132 Automatic car wash 102 – also refer to the Caring for your vehicle brochure Automatic climate[...]

Reference 199 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility C California laws – Event Data Recorders 176 – Proposition 65 Warning 176 "Call" 148 Call – accepting 147 – display accepted 149 – ending 148 – in absence 149 – starting 147 Calling – from phone book 148 – from the Top 8 list[...]

Everything from A to Z 200 "Communication interface" 155 Compact disc – refer to CD changer 137 – refer to CD player 137 Computer 69 – clock, 12/24 hour mode 73 – displays on Control Display 69 – hour signal 73 "Concert hall" 128 Condition Based Service, CBS 174 "Confirmation" 28 Confirmation signals for lock[...]

Reference 201 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Destination address – deleting 115 – entering 110 Destination for navigation – destination list 113 – entry 110 – selecting from address book 115 – selecting using information 113 – storing 114 Destination guidance 118 – bypassing route [...]

Everything from A to Z 202 Emergency services, refer to Roadside Assistance 184 "Emission inspect." 66 "Enable services" 156 "End call" 148 Engine – break-in procedure 102 – data 190 – speed 190 – starting 54 – starting difficulties 54 – switching off 55 Engine compartment 171 Engine coolant 172 Engine hood[...]

Reference 203 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Gear display – automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 – SMG Sequential manual transmission 57 Gearshift lever – automatic transmission with Steptronic 58 – manual transmission 56 – SMG Sequential manual transmission 56 General driving notes[...]

Everything from A to Z 204 Instructions for navigation system, refer to Voice instructions 119 Instrument cluster 12 Instrument illumination, refer to Instrument lighting 87 Instrument lighting 87 Instrument panel, refer to Instrument cluster 12 Instrument panel lighting, refer to Instrument lighting 87 Integrated universal remote control 94 Intere[...]

Reference 205 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Manual operation – convertible top 39 – door lock 29 – driver's door 29 – fuel filler door 162 – glass roof 36 – luggage compartment lid 30 , 31 Manual transmission 56 Map – changing scale 120 – destination entry 112 – facing nort[...]

Everything from A to Z 206 Opening and closing – from inside 29 – from outside 27 – rear window 35 – using door lock 29 – using the remote control 27 Operation via voice control for portable phone 151 – adjusting volume 152 – canceling 151 – correcting phone number 153 – correcting unlock code 152 – dialing a phone number 152 ?[...]

Reference 207 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Random play – CD changer 140 – CD player 140 Reading lamps 87 Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps 180 Rearview mirror 48 Rear window defroster 89 "Received calls" 149 Receiving level of portable phone, refer to Status information 19 Reception [...]

Everything from A to Z 208 Screw thread for tow fitting 186 Seats 43 – adjusting 43 – heating 47 – memory, refer to Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory 44 – sitting safely 42 – sports seat 43 – storing the setting 44 – thigh support 43 Securing load 98 "Select as destination" 113 "Select current speed" 71 Select[...]

Reference 209 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Starting difficulties – jump-starting 184 – refer to Starting engine 54 Starting engine 54 Start menu 17 "Start route guidance" 112 "Start service" 157 "State / Province" for desti- nation entry 110 "State inspecti[...]

Everything from A to Z 210 Tools, refer to Onboard tool kit 178 "Top 8" for portable phone 149 Torque, refer to Engine specifications 190 Touch tone dialing 150 Tow fitting 186 Towing 185 – tow fitting 186 – vehicles with automatic transmission 186 – vehicles with SMG Sequential manual transmission 186 – with tow bar 186 – with [...]

Reference 211 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility W Warning lamps, refer to Indicator/warning lamps 13 Warning messages, refer to Check Control 66 Warning triangle 184 Warranty and Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models 174 Washer fluid – capacity of the reservoir 62 – wiper system 62 Washer flu[...]

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