BMW 745LI инструкция обслуживания

Owner's Manual for Vehicle Contents A - Z Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

745i 745Li 760Li 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 there- fore have this request: Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have com- piled for you before[...]

Contents Contents Notes 6 Using this Owner's Manual 6 Symbols used 7 The individual vehicle 7 Editorial notice 8 For your own safety 9 Service and warranty 9 Reporting safety defects Cockpit 12 Driver's side – controls and displays 16 Comfort and convenience – controls and displays 18 Buttons in steering wheel Control Center 19 The co[...]

At a glance Operation Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 71 Turn signal indicators/headlamp flasher 72 Wiper system 73 Washer fluid 73 Programmable cruise control 75 Active cruise control * Everything under control 82 Odometer, outside temperature display, clock 82 Tachometer 83 Service Interval Display 85 Check[...]

Contents Entertainment 146 Controls 146 Care instructions 147 Switching on/off 147 Using with ignition off 147 Volume adjustment 147 Tone control Radio 149 Starting 149 Stopping 149 Selecting frequency band 150 Selecting a station 150 Storing and retrieving a station 151 Weather Band CD Compact Disc 153 Starting 153 Stopping 154 Searching for music[...]

At a glance Operation Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 188 Special characteristics of winter tires 188 Snow chains * Under the hood 189 Hood 190 Engine compartment 190 Engine oil 191 Coolant 192 Brake fluid 192 Brake hydraulic systems Maintenance 193 The BMW Maintenance System 193 Care Rules and regulations 19[...]

Notes 6 Notes Using this Owner's Manual In compiling this Owner's Manual we have made every effort to furnish you with a con- venient reference source affording quick access to all the essentials. The fastest way to find detailed information on any specific subject is to turn to the comprehensive index at the back of the manual. For a bri[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 7 The individual vehicle On purchasing your BMW, you have decided in favor of a model with individua- lized equipment and features. This Owner's Manual describes the entire array of options and equipment available with a specific BMW model. Please bear[...]

Notes 8 For your own safety 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 experi[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 9 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 – Feder[...]

Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

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 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BM[...]

Cockpit 12 Cockpit Driver's side – controls and displays 1 Rear window sun blind 115 2 Rear window safety switch 43 3 Electric power windows 42 4 Exterior mirrors 52 5 Parking brake 62 6 Parking lamps and low beams 102 7 Instrument lighting 103 8 Turn signal indicators 71 High beams/headlamp flasher 103 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 15[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 13 9 Steering wheel 18 10 Info Display 14 11 Automatic transmission lever 67 12 Ignition lock 61 16 Horn: the entire surface 20 Fog lamps 103 21 Opening the hood 189 Computer 86 , Check Control 85 Computer 86 Standing lamps 103 13 Switching ignition on/off [...]

Cockpit 14 Info Display 1 To view odometer display and reset trip odometer to zero 82 2 Speedometer with display for > Programmable cruise control 73 > Speed limit 89 3 Indicator and warning lamps 15 4 Tachometer 82 with navigation system guidance display 138 5 Display panel for > Computer 86 or > Check Control text messages 85 or > [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 15 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 16 Comfort and convenience – controls and displays Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 17 1 Glasses compartment 118 2 Storage compartment 118 3 Switching audio and video sources on/off and adjusting volume 147 4 Telephone keypad, folding 172 5 Automatic air distribution and air supply – left-hand side of passenger compartment 107 6 Outside [...]

Cockpit 18 Buttons in steering wheel Buttons are integrated in the steering wheel for fast operation of the following functions without being distracted from driving: > the automatic transmission's L mode > selected audio source functions > selected portable phone functions > the voice command system > selected TV and DVD functi[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 19 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 of the controller and the Control Display. The controller is used to select the func- [...]

Control Center 20 Selecting menu entries Turn the controller to select the menu entry, here: "Clock". Confirming selection or entry Press the controller to make a selection, here: "Clock". Select the desired adjustment option within the menu item and confirm, here: "Time". Settings The first setting option for time is [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 21 To exit from the list, select the symbol and confirm. 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, [...]

Control Center 22 Menus in Control Display You can select from an extended range of functions and setting options: 1 BMW Assist 178 2 Communication > To use the portable phone 170 > Portable phone, refer to separate Owner's Manual 3 Car data > Computer 86 > Limit 89 > Stopwatch 90 > Service Interval Display 83 > To access [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 23 > Units of measure and display format 91 > Brightness 92 > Lock Control Center in rear 24 8 Climate > Automatic climate control 105 > Heated seats 51 > Parked-car ventilation system 112 Assistance window * While you use the Control Cent[...]

Control Center 24 Top and bottom status lines 1 Hands-free mode active 2 Portable phone reception strength 3 Display for phone service provider 4 Portable phone status > Green: incoming or outgoing call > Red: no network available > Yellow: routed through alternate ser- vice network – roaming 5 Traffic Message Channel activated – curre[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 25 Swing the rear screen downward when the ski bag is used, as other- wise it could be damaged. Do not swing the rear screen up or down with the beverage holders open, as other- wise it could be damaged. < The rear screen switches off automat- ically whe[...]

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 them a few times. In many cases, the voice command[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 27 scale } instead of { Scale } are also often possible. Short commands With the { Main menu } level, you can run certain functions directly with short com- mands, refer to page 29 , without having to open an equipment level. For example, if you want to dia[...]

Voice command 28 Notices Do not use the voice command system to make emergency SOS 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 unneces- sarily delayed. Instead, you should use the emergency SOS button located adjacent to the rearvie[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 29 Standard commands The standard commands available for use with all controlled systems are the same. On delivery, the { Standard dialog } is set to simplify familiarization with the voice command system. < Short commands Notebook Navigation Function Co[...]

Voice command 30 Entertainment Telephone Function Command To switch on radio { Radio on } To switch off audio sources and TV { Audio off } To select radio stations { Frequency selection } To select a stored radio station { Station } To start CD { CD on } To select a CD { CD 1 ..6 } To start a cassette { Tape on } To start DVD { DVD on } To select a[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 31 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

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 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

Opening and closing 34 Opening and closing Key/remote control 1 The Key Memory functions are con- trolled by the remote control units with their integrated keys, refer to page 60 . The color-coded decals that you received when taking delivery of your vehicle can be used to identify the indi- vidual remote control units. Each remote control unit is [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 35 Press lock button 1 , slide up the cover and insert the spare key 2 in the adapter. Close the cover and insert the adapter in the igni- tion lock. Central locking system The concept The central locking system is ready for operation whenever the driver&ap[...]

Opening and closing 36 Unlocking the vehicle Press button 1 . The interior lamps and the door-mounted proximity lamps come on. Press the button once to unlock the driver's door only; press a second time to unlock all remaining doors as well as the luggage compartment lid and the fuel filler door. Convenience opening mode Hold button 1 pressed.[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 37 For US owners only The transmitter and receiver units comply with part 15 of the FCC/Federal Communi- cation Commission regulations. Operation is governed by the following: FCC ID: LX8766S LX8766E LX8CAS Compliance statement: This device complies with pa[...]

Opening and closing 38 You can also have the system pro- grammed to activate the central locking system automatically whenever the vehicle is set in motion, or when a specific interval elapses after it is unlocked, pro- vided that neither the doors nor the lug- gage compartment lid are opened in the meantime. This can be adjusted to be key- specifi[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 39 Opening separately Insert the key in the luggage compartment lid's lock and turn it all the way to the right – the lid opens. To avoid being locked out inadvert- ently, avoid laying the remote control unit down in the luggage compartment. The lugg[...]

Opening and closing 40 > Close all windows. Shut the sliding/tilt sunroof > Adjust the automatic climate control's blower to supply a high rate of airflow, refer to page 107 . < Automatic luggage compartment lid operation * Opening The luggage compartment lid opens all the way, when you > press the button next to the steering colum[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 41 Alarm system The concept The vehicle alarm system responds: > When a door, the hood, or the luggage compartment lid is opened > To movement in the vehicle's interior – interior motion sensor > To changing the vehicle's tilt if someon[...]

Opening and closing 42 Lock, i.e. arm by pressing twice; press button 2 of the remote control twice in succession, refer to page 36 , or lock twice with the key, refer to page 37 . The indicator lamp lights up briefly and then flashes continuously. The tilt alarm sensor and the interior motion sensor are switched off as long as the system is armed.[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 43 When you close the windows they will slow down as they approach the end of their travel; this is to allow the safety fea- ture to respond more precisely to any obstructions encountered in this critical range. < Safety switch With the safety switch, yo[...]

Opening and closing 44 Automatic* opening and closing Press the switch past the pressure point and then release it. In addition, the following response is also automatic: With the sunroof open, press the switch in the Raise direction: the sunroof rises to its tilt-up end position. Press the switch again in any direction to stop the sunroof. The aut[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 45 Adjustments Sit 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 providing occupants with [...]

Adjustments 46 Please observe the information on using safety belts provided on page 50 and the notice on the active head restraints on page 48 . The concept You adjust the seat in two stages: 1 Preselect the function: the button lights up brightly 2 Adjustments: slide control knob to > front or rear or > upwards or downwards > or turn Ele[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 47 Rear comfort seat * adjustment You can use the control knob to adjust var- ious functions after first selecting them with the buttons. 1 Forward/backward: Tilt angle: Backrest: This button is always ready for opera- tion 2 Lumbar support, refer to page 4[...]

Adjustments 48 To set the height manually Pull or press the head restraint. To set the height electrically * Set the height of the head restraint. To adjust the tilt angle To adjust head restraint tilt angle: adjust by tilting the head restraint. To set the side extensions You can fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward for increased[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 49 > To lower: press the button, arrow 1 , and push down the head restraint. To remove head restraints, refer to next column. To adjust center head restraint If the head restraint has been low- ered, pull it back up, continuing until the detent engages, [...]

Adjustments 50 To set the side extensions You can fold the side extensions on the head restraint forward to increase lateral support. Safety belts Despite the presence of airbags, you should always remember to fasten your safety belt before starting off; airbags are intended to enhance the protection provided by the safety belts, and not to replace[...]

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

Adjustments 52 Rear The operating concept is the same as for the front seat ventilation. Active seat * Active adjustment of the seat cushion's contours reduces muscular tension and fatigue to help prevent lower back pain. To activate: press the button, the indicator lamp comes on. Mirrors Adjusting exterior mirrors 1 4-way adjustment 2 To sele[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 53 The mirrors automatically revert to their clear, undimmed mode whenever you place the selector lever into reverse. For trouble-free operation, keep the photocells clean and do not cover the area between the interior rearview mirror and the windshield. Do[...]

Adjustments 54 1. Select "Settings" 2. Confirm 3. Select "MFL". Continue to press the controller until the desired function appears: > "Recirc. air" In this mode the supply of outside air remains blocked, refer to AUC Auto- matic recirculated-air control on page 107 > "Navi info" To repeat the most rece[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 55 Safety feature 1. Driver's door closed and ignition switched either on or off 2. Press memory button 1 or 2 and main- tain pressure until the adjustment pro- cess has been completed. If you press the M EMORY button acciden- tally: Press the button a[...]

Adjustments 56 Protective effect The front airbags help protect the front passengers by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot provide adequate restraint. When needed, the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of side impact. The side airbags help restrain the side of the occupant's upper torso, a[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 57 near the side airbag. Therefore, we recom- mend that the rear side airbags, if provided, be deactivated if you plan to transport chil- dren in the rear seat. The rear seat side airbags may already have been deactivated, either at the time of manufacture [...]

Adjustments 58 Adjust the tether strap according to the child-restraint manufacturer's instructions. Before installing any child-restraint system or child seat, please read the following: Never install a rearward-facing child- restraint system in the front passenger seat of this vehicle. Your vehicle is equipped with an airbag supplemental res[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 59 LATCH * child-restraint system LATCH: Lower Anchor and Tethers for CHildren. If the vehicle is equipped with electric power seats, these must be returned to their standard adjustment setting before a LATCH child-restraint system can be used, refer to pag[...]

Adjustments 60 Vehicle Memory, Key Memory How the system functions Doubtless you have often reflected on how great it would be if you could configure your vehicle's various adjustment settings to meet your own personal requirements. In developing your vehicle, BMW has incor- porated a number of options for personal adjustment which you can set[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 61 Driving Ignition lock Insert the remote control unit all the way into the ignition lock. This also activates the radio mode. When the remote control unit is in the ignition lock you can start the engine without first switching on the ignition. < Switc[...]

Driving 62 Starting the engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, as otherwise the inhaling of toxic exhaust gases can cause uncon- sciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle repre- sents a potentia[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 63 You have two separate options for engaging the parking brake: > Manually, by briefly pressing the button > Automatically, through activation of the Automatic Hold mode, refer to page 64 . An electrohydraulic mechanism then engages the parking brake[...]

Driving 64 and-go traffic, etc. As the vehicle then no longer tends to creep when the transmis- sion is engaged, it is no longer necessary to hold the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal. It prevents the vehicle from rolling back- ward during uphill starts. The parking brake also engages automati- cally when you switch off the engine after stoppi[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 65 For your safety Automatic Hold is automatically deacti- vated when > the engine is switched off > the system detects that the driver's seat is not occupied while the engine is run- ning > the hood is opened while the engine is running > [...]

Driving 66 the luggage compartment lid, refer to page 195 . Insert the emergency-release tool in the screwdriver handle as shown in the illustra- tion. Releasing 1. Remove the floor mat and the cover on the spare tire 2. Guide the emergency-release tool with the screwdriver handle into the opening, arrow 1 3. Apply the open-end wrench to the hexago[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 67 Automatic transmission with L mode While you can drive as with a conventional automatic transmission, you also have the option of retaining your current gear selec- tion with the L/D button on the steering wheel, refer to page 68 . Transmission ranges P [...]

Driving 68 P — Park Press the button. Select only when the vehicle is stationary. The transmission lockout prevents the rear wheels from turning. The lockout disen- gages when you press the selector lever toward D, N or R while the engine is run- ning. P is automatically engaged when you remove the remote control unit from the ignition lock after[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 69 Deactivate the L mode to obtain max- imum acceleration for overtaking maneuvers, etc. < Deactivating the L mode > Press the L/D button or > press the selector lever into position D once again. Automatic transmission with Steptronic * While you c[...]

Driving 70 To obtain maximum acceleration, for passing maneuvers, etc., during operation in the manual mode, use the kickdown or downshift manually. < Malfunctions A status report will appear in the Check Control to alert you to any malfunctions in the transmission-control system. Please note any supplementary information that appears in the Con[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 71 place – the transmission lockout is released. Re-engage the transmission lockout after parking the vehicle at its destina- tion. Otherwise there is a danger that the vehicle could start to roll if parked on a steep slope. < Engaging again 1. Disenga[...]

Driving 72 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 windshield and headlamps 5 To adjust rain sensor sensitivity level The lever automatically returns to its initial position when released. < 1 Standard wiper sp[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 73 Selecting wiper fold-out position Important for changing wiper blades, when folding away from windshield to prevent blades from sticking when ice forms, etc. 1. Switch off the engine and remove the remote control unit from the ignition lock 2. Press the [...]

Driving 74 1 Maintaining and storing speed, accelerating Press the lever as far as the detent: The system maintains and stores the cur- rent vehicle speed. Every time you tap the lever the vehicle's speed increases by roughly 1 mph (1 km/h). Press the lever longer: The vehicle accelerates without pressure on the accelerator pedal. The system m[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 75 Changing preset level Push 1 or pull 2 the lever beyond the detent. The preset speed progresses to the next desired speed. The lowest speed that is possible to select is roughly 20 mph (30 km/h). Interrupting the cruise control With the cruise control ac[...]

Driving 76 trips, the system can reduce fatigue and tension, while increasing your enjoyment of driving. Please use it safely and respon- sibly. In addition to holding a steady cruising speed, if you do encounter slower vehicles ahead, active cruise control will – within the scope of given possibilities – adjust your vehicle's speed automa[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 77 The system requests you to intervene by braking or with an evasive maneuver. The display flashes. The active cruise con- trol cannot automatically restore the distance to the vehicle driving ahead. You will find more detailed informa- tion on page 80 . A[...]

Driving 78 speed then displayed is stored and reached on a clear road. 2 Desired speed store and decrease Pull back the lever: The current driving speed is rounded off to the next 5-mile place (10 km/h), displayed and stored. Each time the lever is pulled back again, the desired speed is decreased by another 5 mph (10 km/h) until the minimum speed [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 79 Distance 3 Distance 4 This distance is always set when the system is used for the first time after starting the engine. Use good judgment to select the appropriate following distance given road conditions, traffic, applicable laws and driving recommendat[...]

Driving 80 Be certain to deactivate the system when you pull into an exit lane for a highway off-ramp. < Also, vehicles traveling in a staggered manner on a highway may cause a delay in the system's reaction to a vehicle in front of you or may cause the system to react to a vehicle actually in the lane next to you. Always be ready to take a[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 81 braking system capacity and does not uti- lize the full capacity of the vehicle braking system. Therefore, the system cannot decrease your speed for large differences in speed between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead. Examples: during emer- gency braki[...]

Everything under control 82 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 at the upper left of the Info Display. 1 Outside temperature display, clock The outside temperature and the time dis- plays are[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 83 normal operating temperature. The seg- ments disappear in sequence as the engine warms to its normal operating temperature. Avoid allowing the engine speed to rise as far as the orange warning sector whenever possible. Service Interval Display Info Displ[...]

Everything under control 84 Confirm to exit the display. The Service Interval Display does not continue counting down to the next service during periods when the vehicle is stored with the battery disconnected 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 ye[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 85 Check Control Info Display screen contents Messages and status reports appear in text form accompanied by an indicator lamp symbol. The alert is accompanied by a gong. Status reports warning of system malfunc- tions are assigned one of two priority rat- [...]

Everything under control 86 Selecting stored status reports for viewing in the Control Display 1. Select "Car data" 2. Select and confirm 3. Select "Check" and confirm 4. The stored status reports appear in the display. Select the desired report and confirm your selection. The display disappears when the symbol is acknowledged. [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 87 Info Display screen contents The display sequence: > Fuel gauge, refer to next column > Range and remaining distance, refer to next colum and page 88 . The display sequence: > Odometer 82 > Energy Control/ Current fuel consumption 88 > Ave[...]

Everything under control 88 wise engine functions are not ensured and damage can occur. < Refueling is only registered by the com- puter for fuel amounts above approx. 1.3 gallons (5 liters). Distance to destination When you enter a destination in the naviga- tion system or manually enter a distance in the computer prior to departure, the system[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 89 Trip computer Reset all data to zero: Select "START / RESET" and confirm. > Time of departure > Driving time > Elapsed distance > Average fuel consumption since "START / RESET" > Average speed since "START / RESET&[...]

Everything under control 90 Info Display screen contents If, for instance, the warning sector in the tachometer is visible, refer to page 82 , the speed limit will be indicated by a warning sector in the speedometer, see arrow. A message appears in the Check Control when you exceed the preset speed limit. Vehicle speed must fall back to at least 3 [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 91 Importing display 1. Select the desired function and confirm – here, computer "BC" 2. Select and confirm. This resets the stopwatch to zero and then restarts it. The function appears in the assis- tance window. The symbol is highlighted if th[...]

Everything under control 92 Setting the date Select "Date" and confirm. The first section of the date display is highlighted – here: day. > Turn to reset > Press to store and highlight the next entry – here: month and year. The system adopts the date the last time you store your entry Brightness You can set the brightness of the[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 93 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 distance to an object behind or in front of your vehicle. Four ultrasonic sensors in both t[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 94 PDC with visual warning You also enjoy the option of having the system show distances to objects in the Control Display. The Control Display will also indicate the presence of objects in green before they are close enough to gen- erate a signal tone. Select "PDC pic." from the "Settin[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 95 difficult driving conditions, such as on snow, etc. Indicator lamps The indicator lamp in the Info Dis- play goes out soon after you start the engine. If the indicator lamp flashes: DSC controls the drive and braking forces. The indicator lamp stays lit:[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 96 To maintain optimal stability, drive with the system on whenever pos- sible. < Reactivating DSC Select "Settings". Select "DSC" and con- firm your entry. DSC is now activated. The indicator lamp in the Info Display goes out. The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DS[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 97 Check Control messages, refer to page 85 . Please note the supplementary information provided in the Control Display. Indicator and warning lamps on Canadian models. Dynamic Drive The concept Dynamic Drive minimizes body roll and optimizes vehicle stabil[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 98 Flat Tire Monitor * The concept The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the inflation pressures in your tires as you drive. The system provides an alert when- ever the inflation pressure drops signifi- cantly below the specified pressure in one or more tires. In order for the Flat Tire Monitor to &apos[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 99 Check the tire inflation pressure regu- larly and correct it if necessary, refer to page 185 . Do not initialize the system when snow chains are fitted. False alarms and unde- tected loss of pressure may occur in such situations. When driving on snow-cov[...]

Technology for comfort, convenience and safety 100 Do not start the initialization Select and confirm to return to the "Settings" menu. Status indicators in the Control Display The status of the system is indicated by the color of the tires. TPM takes into account that the tire pres- sure changes during driving. A correction is only requi[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 101 The symbol will appear in yellow in the Check Control and a message will appear. You will also see the same message > in the event of a system fault > if a wheel is mounted without the appropriate TPM electronics > if, in addition to the spare [...]

Lamps 102 Lamps Parking lamps/low beams Parking lamps/side marker lamps With the switch in this position, the front, rear and side vehicle lighting is switched on. You can use the side marker lamps for parking. For lighting on one side for parking as an additional fea- ture, refer to page 103 . Low beams When you switch off the ignition with the he[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 103 Instrument lighting Turn the serrated dial to adjust the illumina- tion intensity. High beams/standing lamps 1 High beams – blue indicator lamp 2 Headlamp flasher – blue indicator lamp 3 Standing lamps Standing lamps, left and right * You also enjoy[...]

Lamps 104 The button for the interior lamps in the rear passenger area only switches these lamps on and off. The interior lamps come on briefly whenever you use the parked-car ventilation system. This feature confirms that the system has been activated. < Control of the footwell lamps, courtesy lamps and ground lamps is also automatic. Reading l[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 105 A congenial climate Automatic climate control 1 Automatic climate control 2 Airflow directed toward the windshield and side windows 3 Airflow for the upper body The serrated dials in the center open and close through an infinitely-variable range to cont[...]

A congenial climate 106 1 Automatic air distribution and supply – left-hand side of passenger compartment 109 2 Outside air/AUC Automatic recircu- lated-air control/Recirculated air 107 3 Defrosting windows and removing condensation 107 4 Temperature control – left-hand side of passenger compartment 107 5 Maximum cooling 107 6 Air supply – le[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 107 Automatic air distribution and supply The AUTO program adjusts the airflow and distribution patterns for you while also using your preselected temperature setting as the basis for adjusting the interior climate to adapt to external influences – summer[...]

A congenial climate 108 should switch it off while also increasing air supply as required. < Residual heat mode The system uses the warmth stored in the engine to heat the interior when the ignition is off, for instance, while the vehicle is stopped at a school to pick up a child. You can adjust the automatic climate con- trol's settings wh[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 109 The serrated dials 3 * control the amount of cooled air in the flow from the vent outlets: Turn toward blue sector – colder Turn toward red sector – warmer. This function allows you to make minor adjustments for maximum comfort while also letting yo[...]

A congenial climate 110 Combine the air distribution yourself You can cancel the AUTO program by selecting specific air distribution patterns for your personal comfort. 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 p[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 111 Select "Individual" and confirm. The AUTO program is deactivated. Particle/activated-charcoal filter The particle filter removes dust and pollen from the incoming air. The activated-char- coal filter provides additional protection by filtering[...]

A congenial climate 112 Switching on/off in the Control Display 1. With the ignition on, select the "Cli- mate" menu in the Control Center 2. Select the second page of the "Climate" menu 3. Select "Extra" and confirm 4. Select "Rear air cond." and confirm. The maximum cooling mode is auto- matically activated[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 113 Preselecting the switch-on time You can preselect two activation times. 1. Activate the radio mode at the ignition lock 2. Select "Indep. ventil." from the second page of the "Climate" menu and confirm your selection 3. Select "[...]

Practical interior accessories 114 Practical interior accessories Integrated universal remote control * The concept The integrated universal remote control can replace as many as three hand-held transmitters for various remote-controlled accessories, such as door openers and house alarm systems. The integrated uni- versal remote control registers a[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 115 The device can be operated as of ignition on. If the device can not be operated after repeated programming, check whether the original hand-held transmitter uses an alternating-code system. To do so, either read the instructions of the original hand-hel[...]

Practical interior accessories 116 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 to its original position. < Briefly press the safety switch in the driver's door, refer to page 4[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 117 Glove compartment Opening Press button. The glove compartment opens automatically and the lamps come on. Closing Fold the cover up. To prevent injury in the event of an accident, close the glove compart- ment immediately after use. < Rechargeable fla[...]

Practical interior accessories 118 Depending on the automatic climate control setting, the temperature within the storage compartment may be higher than in the rest of the interior. Close the vent as required. < Storage compartment on center console between the front seats Open by pressing the recess on the cover. Glasses compartment To open the[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 119 To extinguish a cigarette, tap off the ash and gently press the tip into the funnel. Emptying Press the button, see arrow 1 . The ashtray rises for removal. Cigarette lighter, front Push down. The lighter can be removed as soon as it jumps back out. Hol[...]

Practical interior accessories 120 Center armrest Before folding down the armrest adjust the head restraint to its lowest position, refer to page 49 . < To open the storage compartment: Press the button in the handle recess and fold up the cover. Comfort seat in rear Before folding down the armrest adjust the head restraint to its lowest positio[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 121 Securing the load Secure the bag's contents by tight- ening down the strap at the buckle. < Stowing the ski bag 1. To close the hatch in the luggage compartment: Press the handle and slide to the left 2. Fold up the ski bag and place it in the c[...]

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Things to remember when driving 124 Things to remember when driving Break-in procedures To ensure that your vehicle continues to furnish optimal 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): During this initial pe[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 125 undermining your ability to steer and brake the vehicle. < Driving through water Do not drive through water on the road if it is deeper than 1 ft (30 cm), and then only at walking speed at the most. Otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the elec- tri[...]

Things to remember when driving 126 Warning lamp for Canadian models. The brake pads have reached their minimum pad thickness. Have them replaced at your BMW center as soon as possible. For your own safety: use only brake pads that BMW has released for your particular vehicle model. Because BMW cannot assess the suitability of other brake pads for [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 127 Roof-mounted luggage rack * Anchorage points The anchorage points are located within the door openings. A special rack system is available as an option for your BMW. Please comply with the precautions included with the installa- tion instructions. Becau[...]

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Navigation 130 Navigation 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 not observe this precaution, you may be in vio- lation of the law, and can endanger[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 131 Allow approx. eight seconds for the system to scan the data from the new CD. Starting the navigation system Select "Navigation". A map will appear in the Control Display; this usually shows the area around your current position. This display w[...]

Navigation 132 > To select destination with "Informa- tion", refer to page 135 > To select from among recent destina- tions, refer to page 136 > To select destination from address book, refer to page 140 . After selecting your destination you can proceed to start the guidance system, refer to page 137 . Destination entry Enter da[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 133 The example shows how to use the naviga- tion system to find the following destina- tion: United States Beverly Hills, Ca 455 N Rexford Drive To enter the destination address: Select "ABC..." and confirm. Entering name The name is not required[...]

Navigation 134 Entering street, house number and intersection "Street" or the name of the last street entered will appear. For instructions on entry, refer to Entering destination. After entering the street you can proceed to select the house number, for instance: "455". 1. Turn until "4" is selected 2. Press to confir[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 135 map, after a brief pause the name of the street or locality marked by the cursor will appear on the screen. 4. Press the controller to view other menu entries: > closes "With map" > "Next" switches back to "With map" [...]

Navigation 136 1. Select "Information" and confirm 2. Select "On town/city" or "On country" and confirm. A screen for entering the town/city appears on the Control Dis- play 3. Enter the desired town/city or country, select "Next" and confirm 4. Select your destination category, such as "Airport" an[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 137 > Use "DELETE" to remove an entry > Use to move the address in the destination list. This can change the order of the destination list. To delete all current entries: Select and confirm. Selecting route The navigation system also provide[...]

Navigation 138 out in dependence on the selected view, refer to Displaying route. The system also provides you with voice instructions. You will also be guided to your desti- nation if you select a different menu, e.g. "Entertainment" or "Climate". You will be informed of a required change in direc- tion in good time before each[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 139 Displaying route list You can access a listing of streets and towns on your route whenever the guid- ance system is active. This list is based on the navigation system's suggested travel route. The distances remaining to be traveled on each individ[...]

Navigation 140 To repeat most recent instructions with information on route or travel direc- tion, when the voice guidance is activated. Volume adjustment You can adjust the volume for the naviga- tion instructions: Wait until the voice guidance is issuing instructions, then turn the knob to select the desired volume. The navigation system's v[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 141 Home address You can use to adopt your home address into the destination input. Select and confirm. > "AS DEST." adopts the current home address as destination > You can enter and edit the home address using the "ABC..." functi[...]

Navigation 142 Location Display of current location 1. Select "Location" and confirm. You can request the current location of your BMW or view a display showing your map location. If the navigation system is unable to identify a town or city, your cur- rent map coordinates will ap pear. If the navigation system recognizes the city, but no[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 143 What to do if … What to do if … > you request the current location of your vehicle, but do not receive a precise display? The system is unable to receive enough GPS signals at your current location owing to obstructions, your location is not yet [...]

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Entertainment 146 Entertainment Controls Operation using buttons The illustration shows a CD player as an example. 1 Operate audio and video sources > Press: switching on/off > Turn: adjusting volume 2 CD or cassette slot 3 Eject CD or cassette 4 Station scan/track search > Station scan > Tape fast-forward/reverse > Music track searc[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 147 Switching on/off Press the knob. The system returns to the most recently selected audio or video source: radio, cas- sette, CD, DVD or TV. Using with ignition off Switching the ignition off simultaneously deactivates the sound system. Switch on again as[...]

Entertainment 148 Tone adjustment 1. Select "Memory" and confirm your selection 2. Select "Tone" and confirm your selec- tion For the sound settings of the TV or DVD you can directly select and con- firm "Tone" for the video sources. < 3. Select desired tone settings > "Treble" and "Bass" Sele[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 149 Radio Operating temperatures Only operate the radio at tempera- tures of 5 7 (–15 6 ) to 140 7 (+60 6 ) otherwise, malfunctions can occur. Even when switched off, the device should only be exposed to temperatures between –13 7 (–25 6 ) and 185 7 ([...]

Radio 150 Selecting a station Selecting station manually To search for a particular station by selecting its frequency Scanning To start scanning: Extended pressure. The scan mode begins with the currently selected frequency. The scan mode is stopped as soon as a station is found. The frequency of the station appears in the bottom status line, refe[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 151 > "MANUAL" The stations can be set manually by turning the controller 4. To store a station: Select "Memorize" and confirm your selection 5. Select a memory location Turn the controller to select a memory location and confirm your[...]

Radio 152 Selecting Weather Band 1. Select "WB" and confirm your selection 2. Select Weather Band station and con- firm. It might occur that the Weather Band station is not available in some regions. < Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 153 CD Compact Disc To prevent CDs from being copied illegally, they are often provided with copy protection by the manufacturer. Please observe the information on your CD. These CDs differ from the CD Audio Stan- dard Red Book, on the basis of which all CD[...]

CD Compact Disc 154 Searching for music tracks in the Control Display Selecting music track Select music track and confirm your entry. Sampling and selecting – Scan The system plays a brief sample from each CD track. 1. To start sampling: Select "SCAN" and confirm 2. To select a track: Confirm "SCAN" a second time to cancel th[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 155 CD changer Precautions when using laser equipment The BMW CD changer is a Class 1 laser product. Never remove the cover from the housing. Do not operate the unit if the cover is damaged. Operation without the cover can lead to serious eye injury from in[...]

CD changer 156 Inserting the CD magazine 1. Press button 1 ; the lid opens 2. Ensure that the arrow symbol is pointing toward the CD player and slide the magazine 2 all the way in. The lid closes automatically. The CD changer automatically reads in the loaded CDs and is then ready for operation. < Operating temperatures Only operate the CD chang[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 157 Searching for music tracks in the Control Display Selecting CD Select CD and confirm. Playback starts on the first track. At the end of the last track, the next CD will be selected. Sampling and selecting – Scan The system automatically plays a brief [...]

Cassette 158 Cassette Operating temperatures Only operate the cassette deck at temperatures of 5 7 (–15 6 ) to 140 7 (+60 6 ); otherwise, malfunctions can occur. Even when switched off, the device should only be exposed to temperatures between –13 7 (–25 6 ) and 185 7 (+85 6 ). < Starting Slide the cassette all the way into the slot, ensur[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 159 Switching Dolby on/off Activate only when playing cassettes that were recorded with Dolby B or Dolby C, as the quality of sound reproduc- tion will otherwise suffer from a loss of high-frequency response. < 1. Select "Tape" and confirm 2. S[...]

TV 160 TV For your own safety, the TV picture is only shown on the rear screen. Due to the quality of mobile reception, reduced picture quality can result depending on the location and network coverage in spite of the highly advanced reception technology used. A change in vehicle locations can result in improved reception quality in many cases. <[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 161 Adjusting the picture * During reception, the menu items are displayed by pressing the con- troller. < 1. Select "TV" and confirm your selection 2. Select "Picture" and confirm. Additional menu items are displayed on the right-han[...]

DVD changer 162 DVD changer Precautions when using laser equipment The BMW DVD changer is a Class 1 laser product. Never remove the cover from the housing. Do not operate the unit if the cover is damaged. Operation without the cover can lead to serious eye injury from invisible laser beams. Always refer all repair and maintenance operations to qual[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 163 Removing the DVD magazine To insert or remove DVDs or CDs from the storage magazine, you must first remove it from the DVD changer: 1. Push the door to the right, see arrow 1 2. Press the button, see arrow 2 . The magazine is ejected and can be removed.[...]

DVD changer 164 Care instructions You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the separate Care manual. Starting Make all entries with the vehicle sta- tionary. If you do not observe this pre- caution, you may endanger vehicle occu- pants and other road users. < 1. Inserting the DVD magazine 2. Select "DVD" and[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 165 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 con- troller. < Selecting a track Several tracks can be stored on a DVD. 1. Select DVD and c[...]

DVD changer 166 Chapter search You can change to the next or pre- vious chapter during playback. < 1. Display DVD controller, refer to page 164 2. Select the direction Confirm repeatedly, continuing until you reach the desired chapter or with buttons select the direction Press repeatedly, continuing until you reach the desired chapter on the cur[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 167 > Select "AUDIO" and confirm You can select from the various lan- guages by turning and pressing the controller > Select "SUBTITLE" and confirm You can display the subtitles in the lan- guage of your choice by turning and press[...]

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Using the phone in your vehicle 170 Using the phone in your vehicle Safety notice For your own safety Your in-car phone makes life more conve- nient in many ways, and can even save lives in an emergency. While you should consult your portable phone's separate manual for a detailed description of safety precautions and information, we request t[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 171 Batteries Never attempt to open 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 come i[...]

Using the phone in your vehicle 172 Telephone keypad, folding The telephone keypad allows you to use all of the basic telephone functions without ever picking up the receiver. Calls are automatically routed through the hands-free system. The telephone keypad is available for operation at the radio mode in the ignition lock, refer to page 61 . < [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 173 Hands-free system The hands-free microphone is located on the front headliner. The hands-free system is automatically activated whenever you establish or receive a call using the following: > Button in the steering wheel > Control Display > Tel[...]

Using the phone in your vehicle 174 Under certain conditions, an SOS call is triggered automatically immediately after a severe accident. The automatic SOS call is not affected by the SOS call button being pressed. Telephoning with the car phone If the BMW portable phone is not in the cradle, you can telephone using the car phone via the hands-free[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 175 Always remember to enter the com- plete telephone number, including the area code, even if you are currently in the same area as the number that you wish to contact. < Ending call Press the button Telephone directory You must enter your portable phon[...]

Using the phone in your vehicle 176 Viewing entries Deleting individual entries Deleting the entire telephone directory Selecting a number from the Top 8 list The eight numbers that you call most fre- quently on the BMW portable phone are automatically stored in the Top 8 list. The number called most often appears at the top of the list. 1. In the [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 177 1. Select "Communication" 2. Select "Missed" and confirm 3. Select an entry from the list that now appears in the display, and confirm 4. After the desired entry has been selected, can be used to set up a connection; the number being[...]

BMW Assist 178 BMW Assist To avoid posing an unnecessary hazard, both to your own vehicle's occupants and to other road users: never attempt to use the controls or make adjust- ments while operating the vehicle. < Requirements If the following requirements are met, you can call up BMW Assist: > Telephone is connected and switched on >[...]

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Refueling 182 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 in the Check Control will appear. < To open and close: press the rear edge of the fuel filler door. Manual release In the event of an electrical defect in the system, you can release the fuel fi[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 183 Fuel specifications The engine uses lead-free gasoline only. Required fuel: > Premium Unleaded Gasoline, min. 91 AKI. AKI = Anti-Knock Index. Do not use leaded fuels. The use of leaded fuels will cause permanent damage to the system's oxygen sen[...]

Wheels and tires 184 Wheels and tires Tire inflation pressure Information for your safety The factory-mounted tires have been spe- cially selected to provide optimal perfor- mance when installed on your vehicle; if properly cared for they will furnish a combi- nation of tremendous safety and excellent ride comfort. It is not merely the tire's [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 185 BMW 745i, 745Li BMW 760Li Tire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa 245/55 R 17, including M+S 245/50 R 18, including M+S 32/220 35/240 35/240 42/290 Front: 245/45 R 19 32/220 - 35/240 - Rear: 275/40 R 19 - 35/240 - 42/290 Front: 245/40 R 20 32/220 -[...]

Wheels and tires 186 Tire condition Tire tread – tire damage Inspect your tires frequently for tread wear, signs of damage and for foreign objects lodged in the tread. Check the tread depth. The tread depth should not drop below 0.12 in (3 mm), although, for example, European legislation only specifies a minimum tread depth of 0.06 in (1.6 mm). A[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 187 wear one and one-half – 1 g – times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart signifi- cantly from the norm due to variations in [...]

Wheels and tires 188 The correct combination of wheels and tires is a vital factor in ensuring reliable operation of various vehicle sys- tems such as ABS and DSC . It is therefore important to ensure that tires from a single manufacturer with a single tread configuration are always mounted on all vehicle wheels; after a flat tire, always remember [...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 189 Under the hood Hood Releasing Pull the lever located under the left side of the instrument panel. Never attempt to perform any service or repair operations on your vehicle without the required, professional technical training. When you are unfamiliar wi[...]

Under the hood 190 Engine compartment 1 Engine oil dipstick, see below, Checking oil level 2 Brake fluid reservoir, located beneath the microfilter cover 192 3 Reservoir for windshield and headlamp washer system 73 4 Engine oil filler neck 191 5 Coolant expansion tank 192 6 Auxiliary terminal for jump starting 203 Engine oil Checking oil level 1. P[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 191 The oil quantity between the two marks on the dipstick is approx. 1.1 US quarts (1 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 ma[...]

Under the hood 192 Checking coolant level Correct coolant level with the engine cold – approx. +68 7 (20 6 ): 1. Turn the cap of the expansion tank counterclockwise to allow any accumu- lated pressure to escape, then continue turning to open 2. The coolant level is correct when the coolant extends to between the MIN and MAX marks on the filler ne[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 193 Maintenance The BMW Maintenance System The BMW Maintenance System is desi- gned to ensure that your vehicle will con- tinue to furnish consistent reliability com- bined with optimal safety. The service schedule also includes operations related to the ve[...]

Rules and regulations 194 Rules and regulations California Proposition 65 Warning California laws require us to state the fol- lowing warning: Engine exhaust, some of its constitu- ents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects and reproductive harm. In addition, cer[...]

Overview Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 195 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 stored beneath the open-ended spanners. Windshield wiper blades To replace the blades, [...]

Replacing components 196 Releasing the lamp cover The illustration shows the left-hand side of the engine compartment. 1 High beams Press the tab down, see arrow. Always wear gloves and eye protec- tion – the atmosphere within the bulb is pressurized. Failure to observe this pre- caution can lead to personal injury should the bulb be damaged. <[...]

Overview Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 197 4. Extract the bulb for replacement. Side marker lamps, front and rear Please contact your BMW center for replacement. Tail lamps 1 Tail lamp 2 Brake lamp 3 Backup lamp 4 Turn signal indicator, yellow 5 Reflector Tail lamps and brake lamps These lamps use [...]

Replacing components 198 behind a guardrail. If a warning triangle or portable hazard warning lamp is required, set it up on the roadside at an appropriate distance from the rear of the vehicle. Comply with all safety guidelines and regulations. Change the wheel only on a level, firm sur- face which is not slippery. The vehicle or the jack could sl[...]

Overview Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 199 Procedure 1. Read carefully and comply with the safety precautions on page 198 2. Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling: Place the wheel chock against the rear surface of the front tire on the side opposite the side being raised. If the vehicle is [...]

Replacing components 200 Run-flat tires* You will recognize run-flat tires by a cir- cular symbol containing the letters RSC on the side of the tire. They consist of self- contained tires and special rims. The tire reinforcement ensures that the tire retains some residual safety in the event of pres- sure drop and driving remains possible to a rest[...]

Overview Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 201 To avoid short circuits, as well as pos- sible fires and personal injury, always disconnect the cable from the battery's negative terminal before working on the vehicle's electrical system. < Battery switch Before storing the vehicle for an ex[...]

Giving and receiving assistance 202 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 lid. Comply with legal requirements requiring you to carry a hazard war- ning triangle in the vehicle. < First-aid kit * You will also find the[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 203 positive terminal of the support battery. To do so: Connect one terminal clamp to the pos- itive terminal of the battery or to an aux- iliary terminal for jump starting on the support vehicle. Connect the second terminal clamp on the positive terminal o[...]

Giving and receiving assistance 204 this could lead to damage that might ulti- mately result in an accident. < To avoid jerking and the associated stresses on vehicle components when towing, always use either a tow bar or a nylon rope. Keep the vehicles in line, taking care to avoid towing at an offset angle, and make certain that the tow rope c[...]

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Technical data 208 Technical data Engine specifications BMW 745i, 745Li BMW 760Li Displacement Number of cylinders cu in/cm m 268.4/4,398 8 5972 12 Maximum output at engine speed hp rpm 325 6,100 438 6,000 Maximum torque at engine speed lb ft/Nm rpm 330/450 3,600 444/600 3,950 Compression ratio ε 10.0 11.3 Stroke Bore in/mm in/mm 3.26/82.7 3.6/92.[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 209 Dimensions All dimensions specified in in (mm). Lower section of page: Li models. Min. turning circle dia.: 39.7 ft (12.1 m); Li models: 41.3 ft (12.6 m). Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 157 197 - © 11/02 BMW AG[...]

Technical data 210 Weights Never exceed either the approved axle loads or the gross vehicle weight. BMW 745i BMW 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 Approved front axle load lbs./kg 2,557/1,160 2,602/1,180 Approved rear axle load lbs./kg 2,987/1,355 3,020/1,370 Approved roo[...]

At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference 211 Capacities Notes Fuel tank Reserve gal./liters gal./liters approx. 23.2/88 approx. 2.6/10 Fuel specification: page 183 Windshield and headlamp washer system quarts/liters approx. 6.3/6.0 For details: page 73 Cooling system, including heating BMW 745i, 7[...]

Everything from A to Z 212 A "ABC..." for navigation 132 , 133 ABS Antilock Braking System 96 ACC, refer to Active cruise control 75 "ACCEPT" for navigation 136 , 142 Accessories 8 Accessory position 61 Activated-charcoal filter 111 Activation – portable phone 174 Activation time 113 Active cruise control 75 – malfunctions 8[...]

213 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference Automatic recirculated-air control AUC 107 Automatic transmission with L mode 67 Automatic transmission with Steptronic 69 – operation via buttons in steering wheel 69 "AUTO P" 54 , 64 "AUTOSTOR" 161 "Autostore" for radio[...]

Everything from A to Z 214 CD changer 155 , 156 – adjusting the tone 147 – controls 146 – copy protection 155 – fast forward 157 – humidity 156 – operating temperatures 156 – random play 157 – reverse 157 – safety 155 – sampling 157 – scan 157 – selecting CD 157 – selecting track 157 – skipping tracks 157 – switching o[...]

215 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference Control Center 19 – assistance window 23 – automatic climate control 109 – changing menu page 20 – changing settings 91 – confirm selection or entry 20 – display, menus 22 – display help texts 23 – language selection 91 – lists 20 – [...]

Everything from A to Z 216 "DTC" 95 DTC Dynamic Traction Control 15 , 95 "DVD" 146 , 164 DVD changer 162 – adjusting picture 166 – adjusting the tone 147 – chapter search 166 – controls 146 – copy protection 162 – country codes 163 – DVD controller 164 – fast forward 165 – fast reverse 165 – freezing frame 16[...]

217 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference Fuel tank capacity 182 "FULL MENU" 165 , 166 "Full Release" 25 Fuses 201 G Garage door opener, refer to Integrated universal remote control 114 Gasoline 183 General driving instructions 124 Glasses compartment 118 Glove compartment 1[...]

Everything from A to Z 218 Light-emitting diodes LEDs 104 Lighter 119 Lighting of instruments 103 Lights on warning 102 Light switch 102 "Limit" 89 "Limited Release" 25 Limit selection, adjustment 89 Litter container 117 L mode on automatic transmission 67 Loading the vehicle 126 "Location" 135 , 141 , 142 Lock code 17[...]

219 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference Navigation computer – installation location 130 Navigation destination – manual entry 132 – selecting from the directory 134 – selecting with map 134 Navigation system 130 – "ACCEPT" command 142 – current location 142 – destinati[...]

Everything from A to Z 220 Phone number, refer to Portable phone 174 "Pict. format" 166 "Picture" 146 – DVD changer 166 – TV 161 Please fasten safety belts warning lamp 50 Pollen 111 Portable phone – adjusting volume 173 – calling 174 – call termination 175 – controlling with the buttons on the steering wheel 18 – [...]

221 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference Route – display 138 – list 139 – map cancellation 138 – map display 138 – selection 137 "Route guid." 137 , 140 Route map 138 "Route selec." 137 Route selection 137 "RPA" 98 Run-flat tires 186 , 200 S S 154 Safety[...]

Everything from A to Z 222 "Sport" – "EDC" 97 Stability control, refer to Driving stability control 94 Standard during TV operation 161 Standing lamps 103 Start/stop button 61 Starting 62 Starting and stopping – cassette deck 158 – CD changer 156 – CD player 153 – DVD changer 164 – radio 149 – TV 160 Starting probl[...]

223 At a glance Controls Driving tips Communications Navigation Entertainment Mobility Reference Track 209 Traction Control System – refer to DSC 94 Traffic congestion, refer to Selecting new route 139 Transmission – automatic transmission with L mode 67 – automatic transmission with Steptronic 69 Transmission lockout 68 – manual release 70[...]

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