The Bmw 6 Series Coupe. Owner's Manual
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Owner's Manual for Contents Vehicle A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 6 SERIES COUPE. OWNER'S MANUAL. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 971 - 09 11 490 640i Owner's Manual for Vehicle 650i Thank you for choosing a BMW. 650i xDrive The more familiar you are with your vehicle, the better control you will have on the road. We therefore strongly suggest: Read this Owner's Manual before starting off in your new BMW. Also use the Integrated Owner's Manual in your vehicle. It con‐ tains important information on vehicle operation that will help you make full use of the technical features available in your BMW. The manual also contains information designed to enhance operating reliability and road safety, and to contribute to maintaining the value of your BMW. Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the printed or integrated Owner's Manual are located in the appendix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle. Supplementary information can be found in the additional bro‐ chures in the onboard literature. We wish you a safe and enjoyable drive. BMW AG Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 971 - 09 11 490 © 2011 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English VIII/11, 09 11 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 971 - 09 11 490 Contents The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ Communication ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to 210 Telephone page 292. 222 Office 231 Contacts 233 ConnectedDrive 6 Notes Mobility At a glance 242 Refueling 12 Cockpit 244 Fuel 16 iDrive 245 Wheels and tires 22 Voice activation system 255 Engine compartment 25 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 257 Engine oil Controls 260 Maintenance 30 Opening and closing 262 Replacing components 45 Adjusting 267 Breakdown assistance 54 Transporting children safely 273 Care 57 Driving Reference 69 Displays 280 Technical data 81 Lamps 283 Short commands of the voice activation 86 Safety system 98 Driving stability control systems 292 Everything from A to Z 106 Driving comfort 131 Climate control 136 Interior equipment 141 Storage compartments Driving tips 146 Things to remember when driving 149 Loading 151 Saving fuel Navigation 158 Navigation Entertainment 176 Tone 179 Radio 187 CD/multimedia Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 971 - 09 11 490 Seite 6 Notes Notes Using this Owner's Manual Vehicle equipment The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ This Owner's Manual describes all models and ular topic is by using the index. all standard, country-specific and optional An initial overview of the vehicle is provided in equipment that is offered in the model series. the first chapter. Therefore, in this Owner's Manual, equipment is also described and illustrated that is not availa‐ Updates made after the editorial ble in your vehicle, e.g. because of the selected deadline optional equipment or the country-specific var‐ iants. Any updates made after the editorial deadline for the Owner's Manuals are located in the appen‐ This also applies for safety-related functions dix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle. and systems. For options and equipment not described in this Additional sources of information Owner's Manual, please refer to the Supple‐ Should you have any questions, your service mentary Owner's Manuals. center will be glad to advise you at any time. On right-hand drive vehicles, some controls are Information on BMW, e.g., on technology, is arranged differently than shown in the illustra‐ available on the Internet: bmwusa.com. tions. Symbols Status of the Owner's Manual Indicates precautions that must be followed The manufacturer of your vehicle pursues a pol‐ precisely in order to avoid the possibility of per‐ icy of constant development that is conceived sonal injury and serious damage to the vehicle. to ensure that our vehicles continue to embody the highest quality and safety standards. In rare ◄ Marks the end of a specific item of informa‐ cases, therefore, the features described in this tion. Owner's Manual may differ from those in your "..." Identifies Control Display texts used to se‐ vehicle. lect individual functions. ›...‹ Verbal instructions to use with the voice ac‐ Updates made after the editorial tivation system. deadline ››...‹‹ Identifies the answers generated by the Any updates made after the editorial deadline for voice activation system. the Owner's Manuals are located in the appen‐ Refers to measures that can be taken to help dix of the printed quick reference for the vehicle. protect the environment. Symbols on vehicle components For your own safety Indicates that you should consult the rele‐ Maintenance and repairs vant section of this Owner's Manual for infor‐ mation on a particular part or assembly. Advanced technology, e.g., the use of modern materials and high-performance electronics, re‐ 6 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 971 - 09 11 490 Seite 7 Notes quires suitable maintenance and repair meth‐ tomotive repair establishment or individual ods. using any certified automotive part. Therefore, have this work performed only by a BMW center or a workshop that works accord‐ California Proposition 65 Warning ing to BMW repair procedures with appropri‐ California laws require us to state the following ately trained personnel. warning: If this work is not carried out properly, there is Engine exhaust and a wide variety of automobile the danger of subsequent damage and related components and parts, including components safety hazards. found in the interior furnishings in a vehicle, con‐ tain or emit chemicals known to the State of Cal‐ Parts and Accessories ifornia to cause cancer and birth defects and re‐ productive harm. In addition, certain fluids For your own safety, use genuine parts and ac‐ contained in vehicles and certain products of cessories approved by BMW. When you pur‐ component wear contain or emit chemicals chase accessories tested and approved by known to the State of California to cause cancer BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you simultane‐ and birth defects or other reproductive harm. ously acquire the assurance that they have been Battery posts, terminals and related accessories thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your performance when installed on your vehicle. hands after handling. Used engine oil contains BMW warrants these parts to be free from de‐ chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory fects in material and workmanship. BMW will not animals. Always protect your skin by washing accept any liability for damage resulting from in‐ thoroughly with soap and water. stallation of parts and accessories not approved by BMW. BMW cannot test every product made Service and warranty by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the We recommend that you read this publication vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Genuine thoroughly. Your vehicle is covered by the fol‐ BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other prod‐ lowing warranties: ucts approved by BMW, together with profes‐ ▷ New Vehicle Limited Warranty. sional advice on using these items, are available ▷ Rust Perforation Limited Warranty. from all BMW centers. Installation and operation ▷ Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty. of non-BMW approved accessories such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, ▷ Federal Emissions Performance Warranty. wheels, suspension components, brake dust ▷ California Emission Control System Limited shields, telephones, including operation of any Warranty. mobile phone from within the vehicle without Detailed information about these warranties is using an externally mounted antenna, or trans‐ listed in the Service and Warranty Information ceiver equipment, for instance, CBs, walkie- Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and talkies, ham radios or similar accessories, may Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. cause extensive damage to the vehicle, com‐ promise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's Your vehicle has been specifically adapted and electrical system or affect the validity of the designed to meet the particular operating con‐ BMW Limited Warranty. See your BMW center ditions and homologation requirements in your for additional information. Maintenance, re‐ country and continental region in order to deliver placement, or repair of the emission control de‐ the full driving pleasure while the vehicle is op‐ vices and systems may be performed by any au‐ erated under those conditions. If you wish to op‐ erate your vehicle in another country or region, 7 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 607 971 - 09 11 490 Seite 8 Notes you may be required to adapt your vehicle to However, NHTSA cannot become involved in meet different prevailing operating conditions individual problems between you, your dealer, and homologation requirements. You should or BMW of North America, LLC. also be aware of any applicable warranty limita‐ To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle tions or exclusions for such country or region. In Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 such case, please contact Customer Relations (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safe‐ for further information. rcar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA, 400 Seventh Street, SW., Washington, DC 20590. Maintenance You can also obtain other information about mo‐ Maintain the vehicle regularly to sustain the road tor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov safety, operational reliability and the New Vehi‐ cle Limited Warranty. For Canadian customers Specifications for required maintenance meas‐ Canadian customers who wish to report a ures: safety-related defect to Transport Canada, De‐ ▷ BMW Maintenance system fect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll-free hotline 1-800-333-0510.