The Bmw 6 Series Gran Coupe. Owner's Manual
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Owner's Manual for Contents Vehicle A-Z The Ultimate Driving Machine THE BMW 6 SERIES GRAN COUPE. OWNER'S MANUAL. Information Provided by: Provided Information Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490 : yb dedivor P noit a mrofnI 640i Gran Coupe Owner's Manual for Vehicle Thank you for choosing a BMW. 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 : yb dedivor P noit a mrofnI Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490 © 2012 Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. US English II/12, 03 12 490 Printed on environmentally friendly paper, bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling. : yb dedivor P noit a mrofnI Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490 Contents The fastest way to find information on a partic‐ Communication ular topic or item is by using the index, refer to 214 Telephone page 294. 226 Office 235 Contacts 237 ConnectedDrive 6 Notes Mobility At a glance 246 Refueling 12 Cockpit 248 Fuel 16 iDrive 249 Wheels and tires 22 Voice activation system 257 Engine compartment 25 Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 259 Engine oil Controls 261 Coolant 30 Opening and closing 262 Maintenance 46 Adjusting 264 Replacing components 55 Transporting children safely 270 Breakdown assistance 58 Driving 275 Care 70 Displays Reference 82 Lamps 282 Technical data 87 Safety 285 Short commands of the voice activation 99 Driving stability control systems system 105 Driving comfort 294 Everything from A to Z 131 Climate control 136 Interior equipment 143 Storage compartments Driving tips 150 Things to remember when driving 153 Loading 155 Saving fuel Navigation 160 Navigation system Entertainment 180 Tone 183 Radio 191 CD/multimedia : yb dedivor P noit a mrofnI Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490 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‐ : yb dedivor P noit a mrofnI 6 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490 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‐ For your own safety, use genuine parts and ac‐ productive harm. In addition, certain fluids cessories approved by BMW. When you pur‐ contained in vehicles and certain products of chase accessories tested and approved by component wear contain or emit chemicals BMW and Genuine BMW Parts, you simultane‐ known to the State of California to cause cancer ously acquire the assurance that they have been and birth defects or other reproductive harm. thoroughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum Battery posts, terminals and related accessories performance when installed on your vehicle. contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your BMW warrants these parts to be free from de‐ hands after handling. Used engine oil contains fects in material and workmanship. BMW will not chemicals that have caused cancer in laboratory accept any liability for damage resulting from in‐ animals. Always protect your skin by washing stallation of parts and accessories not approved thoroughly with soap and water. by BMW. BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to verify if it can be used Service and warranty 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 of non-BMW approved accessories such as ▷ Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty. 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 using an externally mounted antenna, or trans‐ Detailed information about these warranties is ceiver equipment, for instance, CBs, walkie- listed in the Service and Warranty Information talkies, ham radios or similar accessories, may Booklet for US models or in the Warranty and cause extensive damage to the vehicle, com‐ Service Guide Booklet for Canadian models. 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, : yb dedivor P noit a mrofnI 7 Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 900 405 - 03 12 490 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.