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THE BMW 1 SERIES M COUPE. SUPPLEMENT AR Y OWNER'S MANU AL. Supplementary Owner's Manual The Ultimate Driving Machine Contents A - Z Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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1-Series M Coupe Supplement ary Owner's Ha ndbook for Veh icle Thank you for choosing a BMW 1-Series M Coupe. The more familiar you are with yo ur vehicle, the better control you will have over it on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read the information provided in this Supplementar y Owner's Handbook before starting out in your n[...]
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© 2011 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, includ ing excerpts, on ly with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English VIII/11 Printed on e nvironmentally frie ndly paper, bleached without chlorine, suit able for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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Contents The quickest way to find special topics is to consult the index, refer to page 44 . 4 Notes At a glance 8 Dashboard Controls 16 Driving 17 Controls overview 19 Technology for driving comfort and safety Driving tips 24 Things to remember when driving 26 BMW 1-Series M Coupe technology Mobility 30 Refueling 31 Wheels and tires 32 Replacing c[...]
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4 Notes Notes Using this Owner's Manual This Supplementary Owner's Handbook contains all important equipment information, operating instructions, and technical data of the BMW 1-Series M Coupe that differ from the BMW 1-Series. Descriptio ns that are not con- tained in this Supplem entary Owner's Hand- book can be found in the Owner&[...]
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5 Notes Vehicle equipment This Supplementary Owner's Handbook describes all models an d all series-specific equipment, country-specific equipment, and optional equipment that is offered in the series. For this reason, this Supplementary Owner's Handbook also describes and illustrates some equipment that may not be available in your vehicl[...]
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Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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This overview of buttons, switches and displa ys is intended to familiarize you with your vehicle's operating environment. The section will also assist you in becoming acquainte d with the control concepts and options available for operating the various systems. At a glance Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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8 At a glance Dashboard Dashboard Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to the special option s or national-market version selected. T[...]
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9 Dashboard At a glance The description of features without spe- cific page references can be found in the Owner's Manual for Vehicle under the respec- tive keyword. < 2 Exterior mirrors fo lding in and out 3 Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic curb monitor 6 Instrument cluster 10 9 Ignition lock 10 Buttons on the steering wheel 11 Horn, [...]
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10 At a glance Dashboard Instrument cluster The description of features without spe- cific page references can be found in the Owner's Manual for Vehicle und er the respec- tive keyword. < 1 Speedometer 2 Indicator lamps for turn signa ls 3 Indicator and warning lamps 11 4 Tachometer 17 5 Engine oil temperature 17 6 Display for > Clock &[...]
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11 Dashboard At a glance Indicator and warning lamps Indicator lamps witho ut text messages The following indicator lamps notify you that certain functions are active: M Dynamic Mode 19 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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12 At a glance Dashboard Around the center consol e: Controls and displays The description of features without spe- cific page references can be found in the Owner's Manual for Vehicle und er the respec- tive keyword. < 1 Driving stability control systems > Dynamic Stability Control DSC 19 > M Dynamic Mode MDM 19 2 Hazard warning flas[...]
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13 Dashboard At a glance Automatic recirculated-air control AUC and recirculated-air mode Recirculated-air mode Maximum cooling ALL program Air flow rate Defrosting windows Rear window defroster Seat heating 6 Seat heating Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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This chapter is intended to provide you with information for complete control of your vehicle. All features and acce ssories that are useful for driving and your safety, comfort and convenience, are described here. Controls Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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16 Controls Driving Driving Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to the special o ptions or national-market version selected. This al[...]
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17 Controls overview Contr ols Controls overview Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to the special options or national-market ver si[...]
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18 Controls Controls ov erview Reserve Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/ 50 km, otherwise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur. < Once the fuel level ha s fallen to the reserve zone of approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters, the indicato r lamp and cruising range for the remaining amount of fuel are [...]
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19 T echnology for driving comfort and saf ety Contr ols Technology for driving comfort and safety Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example du[...]
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20 Controls T echnology for driving comf ort and safety Deactivating MDM Press the button again; the indicator lamps in the instrument cluster go out. Deactivating DSC Press the button for at le ast 3 seconds until the indicator lamp for DSC OF F lights up and DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster. DSC and M Dynamic Mode are both deactivat[...]
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21 T echnology for driving comfort and saf ety Contr ols Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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This section provides you with information useful in dealing with specific driving and operating conditions. Driving tips Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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24 Driving tips Things to remember when driving Things to remember when driving Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip- ment described may not be available in a particular vehicle, for example due to the options or national-market v[...]
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25 Things to r emember when driving Driving tips Corrosion on brake rotors When the vehi cle is driv en only occasionally, during extended periods when the vehic le is not used at all, and in operating conditions where brake applications are le ss frequent, there is an increased tendency f or corrosion to form on rotors, while contaminan ts accumul[...]
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26 Driving tips BMW 1-Series M Coupe technology BMW 1-Series M Coupe technology Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip- ment described may not be available in a particular vehicle, for example due to the options or national-market v[...]
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27 BMW 1-Series M Coupe technology Driving tips Drive train In your BMW 1-Series M Coupe, special emphasis has been placed on the direct con- nection between the engine and drive. The tor- sionally rigid execution of the drive train results in acoustic feedback of the torque , as is typical in sports cars. Clacking sounds can arise during load chan[...]
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This section helps you maintain your car's mobility by supplying important information on vital topics including fuels and lubricants, wheels and tires, serv ice, maintenance and Roadside Assistance. Mobility Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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30 Mobility Re f u e l i n g Refueling Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to the special o ptions or national-market version select[...]
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31 Wheels and tires Mobil ity Wheels and tires Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all production, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to the special options or national-market ver sion[...]
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32 Mobility Replac ing components Replacing components Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to the special o ptions or national-marke[...]
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33 R eplacing components Mobil ity 8 Pressure gauge for displaying the tire infla- tion pressure 9 Deflation button for reducing the inflation pressure The connector, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing. Using the Mobili ty System To repair a flat tire with the Mo bility System, proceed as follows: > Fill with sealant.[...]
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34 Mobility Replac ing components 8. With the ignition switch ed on or th e engine running, switch on the compressor. Let the compressor ru n for approx. 3 to 8 minutes to fill the ti re with sealant and achieve a tire inflation pressure of approx. 36 PSI/250 kPa. 9. Switch off the compresso r. While the tire is being f illed with sealant, the dis-[...]
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35 R eplacing components Mobil ity If the tire is still unable to maintain an inflation pressure, then the tire is too badly damaged. Contact your BMW center. < Continuing your trip Do not exceed the maxim um allowable speed of 50 mph/80 km/h to avoid the risk of an accident. < Reinitialize the Flat Tire Monitor. Have the faulty tire and the [...]
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36 Mobility Indicator and warning lamps Indicator and warning lamps Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. For this reason, descrip- tions will be given of some equipment that may not be available in a vehi cle, for example due to the special o ptions or n[...]
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37 Indicator and warning lamps Mobil ity Flashing: Dynamic Stability Control DSC is regu- lating the drive and brake forces, also refer to page 20 Dynamic Stability Control DSC and M Dynamic Mode MDM are deacti- vated, also refer to page 20 Driving stability limited during accelera- tion and cornering. You can continue your journey, but moderate yo[...]
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This chapter contains technical data and an index that will help yo u find information most quickly. Reference Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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40 Ref e r e n c e T e chnical data Technical data Vehicle equipment In this chapter, all pr oduction, country, and optional equipment that is offered in the model range is described. As a result, some equip- ment described may not be available in a particular vehicle, for example due to the options or national-mar ket ver sion selected. This also [...]
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41 Te c h n i c a l d a t a Ref e r e n c e Dimensions All dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turning circle diam.: 37.7 ft/11.5 m. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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42 Ref e r e n c e T e chnical data Weights Never exceed ei ther the approved axle loa ds or the gross vehicle weight. Capacities 1-Series M Coupe Approved gross weight lbs/kg 4,255/1,930 Load lbs/kg 893/360 Approved front axle load lbs/kg 2,072/940 Approved rear axle load lbs/kg 2,271/1,030 Approved roof load capacity lbs/kg 165/75 Cargo area capa[...]
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43 Te c h n i c a l d a t a Ref e r e n c e Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 609 935 - © 08/11 BMW AG[...]
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44 Ref e r e n c e Ev erything from A to Z Everything from A to Z Index A ABS Antilock Brake System 19 Accessories, refer to Veh icle equipment 5 Adhesive film, refer to Right- hand/left-hand traffic 25 Air pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 31 AKI, refer to Fuel grade 30 Antilock Brake System ABS 19 Approved axle loads, refer to Weights 42[...]
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45 Everything from A to Z Ref e r e n c e G Gasoline, refer to Required fuel 30 Gasoline display, refer to Fuel gauge 17 General driving notes 24 Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 42 H Hands-free system 12 Hazard warning flashers 12 Headlamp flasher, indicator lamp 9 Height, refer to Dimensions 41 Hills 24 Horn 8 , 9 I Imprint 2 Indicator and [...]
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46 Ref e r e n c e Ev erything from A to Z Traction control, refer to Dynamic Stability Control DSC 19 Turning circle, refer to Dimensions 41 Turn signal indicators, indicator/warning lamp 10 U Using the Mobility System 33 V Vehicle – breaking in 24 – measurements, refer to Dimensions 41 – weight 42 Vehicle equipment 5 Volume – cargo area, [...]
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