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BMW Z8 User Manual

Owner's Manual for the Vehicle.
Contents
From A to Z
With a quick reference guide for your convenience.
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Congratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.
Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will provide you with enhanced control and security when you drive it. We therefore have this request:
Please take the time to read this Owner's Manual and familiarize yourself with the information that we have compiled for you before starting off in your new BMW. It contains important data and instructions intended to help you derive maximum use and satisfaction from your BMW's unique range of technical features. The manual also contains information on care and maintenance designed to enhance operating safety and contribute to maintaining the value of your vehicle throughout an extended service life.
This manual is supplemented by a Service and Warranty Information Booklet (US models) or a Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models). We recommend that you read the applicable publication thoroughly.
Your BMW is covered by the following warranties: – New Vehicle Limited Warranty – Limited Warranty Rust Perforation – Federal Emissions System Defect Warranty – Federal Emissions Performance Warranty – California Emissions Control System Limited Warranty Detailed information concerning these warranties is provided in the Service and
Warranty Information Booklet (US models) or in the Warranty and Service Guide Booklet (Canadian models).
We wish you an enjoyable driving experience. BMW AG
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Using this owner's manual
This Owner's Manual has been specially compiled to provide you with a quick and convenient reference source. The fastest way to find informa­tion on particular topics is by turning to the comprehensive index at the back of the manual. If you are looking for a brief summary of the essentials, you can turn immediately to the first section.
We hope that the detailed table of contents provided on the pages following the content summary will stimulate your interest and encourage you to explore the remainder of the manual.
Should the day come when you decide to sell your BMW, please remember to ensure that the new owner receives this manual. The manual is legally consid­ered to be part of the vehicle.
© 2000 BMW AG Munich, Germany Reprinting, including excerpts, only with the written consent of BMW AG, Munich. Order No. 01 41 0 155 673 US English IX/2000 Printed in Germany Printed on environmentally friendly paper (bleached without chlorine, suitable for recycling).
Should you have any further questions, your BMW center will be happy to assist you with any additional questions that may arise.
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Indicates instructions or precau-
tions that must be followed precisely in order to avoid the possi­bility of personal injury and serious
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damage to the vehicle.
Contains either information that
will assist you in gaining the optimum benefit from your vehicle and enables you to care more effectively for
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your vehicle.
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environment.
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Marks the end of a specific item of
information.
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Indicates special equipment, country-
specific equipment and optional extras.
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Identifies index entries that refer to owner service procedures or topics on car care.
Identifies systems or components,
which your BMW center can either activate or adapt to suit an individual driver's requirements ("Car Memory",
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"Key Memory"). Refer to page 48.
Notes Symbols The individual vehicle
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Your own personal vehicle
If your BMW includes optional equip­ment not described in this manual (sound system, navigation system, mobile phone, etc.), please refer to the separate manuals provided. We urge you to take the time to study their contents carefully.

Status at time of printing

To ensure that our products continue to embody unexcelled levels of quality and safety, we at BMW pursue a policy of continuous, ongoing development embracing all aspects of design. This process includes all components and accessories as well as manufacturing techniques. It is possible that some of the equipment in your own vehicle may differ from that described in this manual. For the same reason, it is impossible to guarantee that the descriptions and illustrations will be accurate in all respects. We must there­fore request your understanding for the fact that we are unable to recognize liability claims based on discrepancies between the data, illustrations and descriptions in this manual and your own vehicle's equipment.
Status at time of printing
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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 (i.e. 15% MTBE or 3% methanol plus an equiva­lent amount of co-solvent) will not void the applicable warranties respecting defects in materials or workmanship. Field experience has indicated signifi­cant differences in fuel quality (volatility, composition, additives, others) among gasolines offered for sale in the United States and Canada. Use of inferior fuels can lead to poor starting, drivability problems and stalling; these difficulties can be aggravated by extreme oper­ating conditions such as those encoun­tered in extremely hot weather and at high altitudes. Should you encounter driveability prob­lems which you suspect could be related to the fuel you are using, we recommend that you respond by switching to a recognized high-quality brand. Failure to comply with these recom­mendations may result in unscheduled maintenance. Always observe all applicable safety rules and precautions when handling
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gasoline.
Important safety information.
For your own safety, use genuine parts and accessories approved by BMW. When you purchase accessories tested and approved by BMW and Original BMW Parts, you simultaneously acquire the assurance that they have been thor­oughly tested by BMW to ensure optimum performance when installed on your vehicle. BMW warrants these parts to be free from defects in material and workman­ship. BMW will not accept any liability for damage resulting from installation of parts and accessories not approved by BMW. BMW cannot test every product made by other manufacturers to confirm that it can be used on a BMW safely and without risk to either the vehicle, its operation, or its occupants. Original BMW Parts, BMW Accessories and other products approved by BMW, together with professional advice on using these items, are available from all BMW centers.
Installation and operation of non-BMW approved accessories such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension components, brake dust shields, telephones (including operation of any portable cellular phone from within the vehicle without using an externally mounted antenna) or trans­ceiver equipment (such as C.B., walkie­talkie, ham radio or similar) may cause extensive damage to the vehicle, compromise its safety, interfere with the vehicle's electrical system or affect the validity of the BMW Limited Warranty. See your BMW center for
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additional information.
Maintenance, replacement, or
repair of the emission control devices and systems may be performed by any automotive repair establishment or individual using any certified auto-
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motive part.
Symbol on vehicle parts
Indicates that you should consult
the relevant section of this Owner's Manual for information on a particular part or assembly.
For your own safety
The following applies only to vehicles owned and operated in the US.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying BMW of North America, Inc., P.O. Box 1227, Westwood, New Jersey 07675-1227, Telephone (201) 307-4000.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in indi­vidual problems between you, your dealer, or BMW of North America, Inc.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Advanced technology
Technical data
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Index
Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview

Contents

Cockpit 16 Instrument cluster 18 Indicator and warning lamps 20 Hazard warning flashers 24
Overview
Warning triangle 24 First-aid kit 24 Refueling 25 Fuel quality 26 Tire inflation pressure 26
Locks and security systems:
Keys 30 Electronic vehicle
immobilizer 31 Central locking system 32 Opening and closing – from the
outside 32 Using the key 32 Using the remote control 33 Opening and closing – from the
Controls and features
inside 36 Luggage compartment lid 37 Alarm system 38 Electric power windows 40 The automatic convertible
top 41
Adjustments:
Seats 45 Steering wheel 47 Mirrors 47 Car Memory, Key Memory 48
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 50 Airbags 51 Transporting children safely 53
Driving:
Ignition and steering lock 55 Starting the engine 56 Turning the engine off 56 Parking brake 57 Manual transmission 58 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
flasher 58 Washer/Wiper system 59 Rear window defroster 60 Cruise control 61
Everything under control:
Odometer 62 Tachometer 62 Fuel gauge 62 Coolant temperature gauge 63 Service Interval Display 63 Clock 64 Multi-Information Radio (MIR) 64
Technology for safety and driving convenience:
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 65 Dynamic Performance
Control 66 Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) 67
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Lamps:
Side lamps/low beams 69 Instrument panel lighting 69 High beams/parking lamps 70 Rear fog lamp 70 Interior lamps 70 Reading lamps 71
Controlling the climate for pleasant driving:
Heating and ventilation/
Controls and features
Air conditioner 72
Seat heating 77
Interior conveniences:
Glove compartment 78 Storage compartments 78 Drink holder 80 Cellular phone 81 Ashtray 81 Cigarette lighter 82
Loading and transporting:
Cargo loading 83
Special operating instructions:
Break-in procedures 86 Driving notes 87 Catalytic converter 87 Antilock Brake System (ABS) 88 Dynamic Brake Control
(DBC) 90 Disc brakes 90 Brake system 91 Winter operation 92 Power steering 94 Cellular phone 94 Radio reception 94 Wind deflector 95 Hardtop 96
Operation, care and maintenance
Wheels and tires:
Tire inflation pressure 98 Tire condition 98 Tire replacement 99 Tire rotation 100 Wheel and tire
combinations 101 Special features of winter
tires 102 Snow chains 102 Approved wheel and tire
specifications 103
Under the hood:
Hood 104 Engine compartment 106 Washer fluids 108 Washer nozzles 108 Engine oil 109 Coolant 111 Brake fluid 112 Vehicle Identification
Number 113
Maintenance and care:
The BMW Maintenance
System 114 Caring for your vehicle 115 Airbags 121 Vehicle storage 122
Laws and regulations:
Technical modifications 123 California Proposition 65
Warning 123 OBD interface socket 124
Contents
Replacement procedures:
Onboard tool kit 128 Windshield wiper blades 128 Lamps and bulbs 129 Changing a wheel 135 Battery 136 Fuses 138
In case of electrical malfunction:
Fuel filler door 140 Luggage compartment lid,
storage compartment 140
Owner service procedures
Passenger door 141 Closing the convertible top 141
Giving and receiving assistance:
Jump starting 143 Towing the vehicle 144
Airbags 148 Radio reception 148 Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 149 Safety belt tensioner 149 Interior rearview mirror with
automatic dimmer 150 Xenon lamps 151
Advanced technology
Engine data 154 Dimensions 155 Weights 156 Capacities 157 Electrical system 158 Drive belts 158
Technical data
Everything from A to Z 162
Index
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Cockpit 16 Instrument cluster 18 Indicator and warning lamps 20 Hazard warning flashers 24 Warning triangle 24 First-aid kit 24 Refueling 25 Fuel quality 26 Tire inflation pressure 26

Overview

Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Advanced technology
Technical data
Index
Index Data Technology Repairs Car care Controls Overview
Overview
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Cockpit

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Cockpit
1dTurn signal indicator 58
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Parking lamps 70
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High beams 70
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Headlamp flasher 58 2 Side lamps/Low beams 69 3 Washer/Wiper system 59 4 Hazard warning flashers 24 5 Central locking system 32 6 Rear window defroster for the
hardtop 60
7 Shift lever 58
To engage reverse gear, pull the lever across the gate to the left to
overcome the detent 8 Cruise control 61 9 Adjusting the steering wheel 47
10 Horn: entire surface 11 Rear fog lamp 70 12 Unlocking the hood 104
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Unlocking the luggage
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compartment lid 37
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Unlocking the fuel filler door 25
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Instrument cluster

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Instrument cluster
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1 Fuel gauge with indicator lamp for
fuel reserve 62 2 Speedometer with indicator and
warning lamps for
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Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) 22
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Engine electronics 22 3 Instrument panel lighting 69 4 Tachometer 62
with indicator and warning lamps for:
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Battery charge current 20
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Convertible top operation 41
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Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) 20
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Antilock Brake System (ABS) 21
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Parking brake/Brake hydraulic
system/Cornering Brake Control
(CBC) 20
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Service Engine Soon 22
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Engine oil pressure/Engine oil
level 20, 21 5 Coolant temperature gauge with
"Coolant temperature too high" warning lamp 63
6 Indicator and warning lamps for:
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Rear fog lamp 22
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Turn signal, right 23 7 Clock 64
8 Control knob for:
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Clock 64
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Trip odometer, reset to zero 62
9 Indicator and warning lamps for:
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Please fasten safety belts 21
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High beam 23
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Airbags 21
10 Indicator for:
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Odometer 62
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Trip odometer 62
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Service Interval 63
11 Indicator and warning lamps for:
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Turn signal, left 23
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Brake pads 22
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Indicator and warning lamps

Technology that monitors itself
Many of the systems for your BMW monitor themselves automatically, both during engine starts and while you are driving. Indicator and warning lamps
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identified by " operation whenever the ignition key is turned. They each light up once for different periods of time.
The indicator lamps signal defects in monitored systems either by remaining lit after the engine is started or by coming on in the course of normal vehicle operation. Refer to the following section for detailed information on how to respond to the various types of warn­ings.
" are tested for proper
Red: stop immediately
Battery charge current The alternator is no longer
charging the battery. Indicates a defect in the alternator drive belt or the charging circuit. Please contact the nearest BMW center.
Never attempt to continue driving
if the V-belt is defective: the engine could overheat and sustain serious damage. A broken or damaged V-belt will also lead to a sudden increase in steering effort.
Engine oil pressure Stop vehicle and switch off
engine immediately. Check the engine oil level and top up as required. If the oil level is correct, please contact the nearest BMW center.
Do not continue driving. The engine could sustain damage
owing to inadequate lubrication.
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Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) Flashing warning lamp in addi-
tion to an acoustic signal: a tire failure has occurred. Carefully reduce speed to less than 50 mph (80 km/h), and avoid hard braking or steering maneuvers. For additional information, refer to page 67.
Brake warning lamp
If the lamp comes on when the
parking brake is not engaged, check the brake fluid level. Before driving further, be sure to read the notes on pages 91 and 112.
Brake warning lamp for Cana-
dian models.
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Indicator and warning lamps
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Red and yellow: continue driving cautiously
The red brake warning lamp comes on together with the yellow indicator lamps for ABS and DSC: The entire ABS, CBC, DSC and DBC control system has failed. Continue driving cautiously and defensively. Avoid hard brake
applications. Please have the system checked by your BMW center as soon as possible. For additional information, refer to pages 65, 88.
Indicator and warning lamps for
Canadian models.
Red: an important reminder
Brake warning lamp Comes on when the parking
brake is applied – an additional acoustic signal sounds when the vehicle is set in motion. For additional information, refer to page 57.
belts are fastened. For additional information on safety belts, refer to page 50.
For additional information, refer to pages 51, 148.
Brake warning lamp for Cana-
dian models.
Please fasten safety belts
Together with an acoustic
signal. Comes on until the safety
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Airbags
Please have the system
inspected by your BMW center.
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Yellow: check at the earliest opportunity
Antilock Brake System (ABS) ABS has been deactivated in
response to system malfunction. Unrestricted conventional brake system performance remains available. Please have the system inspected by your BMW center. For additional information, refer to page 88.
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
warning lamp for Canadian
models.
Engine oil level
Comes on while driving: the oil
level is at the absolute minimum; add engine oil as soon as possible. Do not drive more than approx. 30 miles (50 km) without stopping to add oil. For additional information, refer to page 109.
Engine oil level
Comes on after the engine has
been shut off: add engine oil at the earliest opportunity (when you stop to refuel). For additional information, refer to page 109.
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Indicator and warning lamps
Brake pads ● Have the brake pads checked. For additional information, refer
to page 91.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC) ● Malfunction in the DBC system.
The brake system continues to provide unrestricted conventional performance. For additional information, refer to page 90.
Dynamic Brake Control (DBC)
warning lamp for Canadian
models.
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) ●
Indicator lamp flashes: The system is actively regulating engine torque. If the indicator lamp does not go out after the engine is started, or if it comes on during normal driving and stays on: DSC has been switched off or has been deactivated because of a malfunction. In the event of a malfunction, have the system checked by your BMW center. For additional information, refer to page 65.
Service Engine Soon ● If the indicator lamp comes on
either continuously or intermit­tently, this indicates a fault in the emis­sions-related electronic systems. Although the vehicle remains opera­tional, you should have the systems checked by your BMW center at the earliest possible opportunity. For additional information, refer to page 124.
Service Engine Soon warning
lamp for Canadian models.
Engine electronics
Malfunction in the engine's
electronic control system. The electronics revert to a default mode permitting continued operation, but at lower than usual engine speeds and with reduced power. Please have the system inspected by your BMW center.
Yellow: for your information
Rear fog lamp Lights up whenever the rear
foglamp is turned on. For additional information, refer to page 70.
Indicator and warning lamps
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Green: for your information
Turn signal indicator Flashes when the turn signals
are operated. Rapid flashing indicates a system malfunction. For additional information, refer to page 58.
Blue: for your information
High beams Comes on when the high beams
are on or the headlamp flasher is activated. For additional information, refer to pages 58, 70.
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Hazard warning flashers Warning triangle* First-aid kit*

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The button flashes continuously when the hazard warning flashers are on.
To help you locate the switch at night, the button is also illuminated whenever the vehicle's lamps are on.
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The warning triangle is stored beneath a floor panel located in the luggage compartment.
Comply with legal requirements requiring a hazard warning
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The first-aid kit is located under the luggage compartment's floor panel beneath the onboard tool kit.
Some of the articles in the first-aid
kit may be used within a limited time only. Check the expiration dates of each of the items regularly, and replace any whose expiration dates have passed. You can get replacements in any drugstore or pharmacy. Comply with laws requiring a first-aid kit in the vehicle.<

Refueling

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Fuel filler door
Before filling the tank, shut off the
engine. If you do not, fuel cannot flow into the tank and the Service Engine Soon lamp may come on.<
Press on the lower part of the button to open (fuel pump symbol).
To unlock the fuel filler door if the central locking system malfunctions, refer to page 140.
Always observe all applicable
safety rules and precautions when handling gasoline. Never carry spare fuel containers in your vehicle. Whether empty or full, these containers can leak, cause an explosion, or lead to fire in the event of a collision.<
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Simple and environmentally friendly
When removing, twist the fuel filler
cap slowly to avoid the possibility of fuel spray, which could cause injury. Never continue refueling after the auto­matic pump nozzle clicks off, or until fuel starts to emerge from the filler pipe, as gasoline spills could result.<
Store the cap in the holder provided on the inside of the fuel filler door while refueling.
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When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completely into the filler pipe. Pulling the nozzle out of the pipe during refueling
> results in premature pump shutoff > and will reduce the effect of the vapor
recovery system on the pump.
If the filler nozzle is used correctly, the fuel tank is full when it shuts off for the first time.
Tank capacity, refer to page 157.
After refueling screw cap back on,
continuing until you hear a "click" indicating that it is securely fastened. While closing, be sure not to squeeze the strap which is fastened to the cap. A loose or missing cap will activate the Service Engine Soon lamp.<
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Fuel quality Tire inflation pressure

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 sensor and the catalytic converter.<
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You will find the tire inflation pressures on the door pillar (visible with door open).
Checking tire pressures
All pressure specifications are indicated in psi (kilopascal) for cold tires at ambient temperature (refer also to the next page).
Reactivate the Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) after changing a
tire or a wheel. Refer to page 67.<
Check tire inflation pressures
regularly – at least every two weeks and before each extended journey. Incorrect tire pressure can lead to tire damage and accidents.<
Comply with tire approval specifications
The inflation pressures in the table apply to tires made by BMW-approved manufacturers. Your BMW center is familiar with these pressures. Higher pressures may be specified for tires made by other manufacturers. You will find a list of approved tire sizes on page 103.
Your vehicle is equipped with tires that not only meet US standards, but also European standards. We recommend the exclusive use of BMW-approved tires.
Tire inflation pressure
BMW Tires
All pressure specifications in the table are indicated in psi (kilopascal) for cold tires at ambient temperature
Front: 245/45 R 18 96 W 35 (240) –
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Rear: 275/40 R 18 99 W – 35 (240) 245/45 R 18 96 H M+S 35 (240) 35 (240)
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Locks and security systems:
Keys 30 Electronic vehicle
immobilizer 31 Central locking system 32 Opening and closing – from the
outside 32 Using the key 32 Using the remote control 33 Opening and closing – from the
inside 36 Luggage compartment lid 37 Alarm system 38 Electric power windows 40 The automatic convertible
top 41
Adjustments:
Seats 45 Steering wheel 47 Mirrors 47 Car Memory, Key Memory 48
Passenger safety systems:
Safety belts 50 Airbags 51 Transporting children safely 53

Controls

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Driving:
Ignition and steering lock 55 Starting the engine 56 Turning the engine off 56 Parking brake 57 Manual transmission 58 Turn signal indicator/Headlamp
flasher 58 Washer/Wiper system 59 Rear window defroster 60 Cruise control 61
Everything under control:
Odometer 62 Tachometer 62 Fuel gauge 62 Coolant temperature gauge 63 Service Interval Display 63 Clock 64 Multi-Information Radio (MIR) 64
Technology for safety and driving convenience:
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC) 65 Dynamic Performance
Control 66 Tire Pressure Warning (RDW) 67
Lamps:
Side lamps/Low beams 69 Instrument panel lighting 69 High beams/Parking lamps 70 Rear fog lamp 70 Interior lamps 70 Reading lamps 71
Controlling the climate for pleasant driving:
Heating and ventilation/
Air conditioner 72
Seat heating 77
Interior conveniences:
Glove compartment 78 Storage compartments 78 Drink holder 80 Cellular phone 81 Ashtray 81 Cigarette lighter 82
Loading and transporting:
Cargo loading 83
Overview
Controls and features
Operation, care
and maintenance
Owner service procedures
Advanced technology
Technical data
Index
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Keys

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1 The key memory functions are stored
in the remote-control key, refer to page 48
There is an extended-life battery
in every master key that is charged automatically in the steering lock every time you drive. For this reason, if you have a master key that is not in regular use, use that key approximately once every year while driving for an extended period to charge the battery. Also refer to page 33.<
2 Spare key for storage in a safe place,
such as in your wallet. This key is not intended for continuous use
3 Door and ignition key
The lock for the glove compartment cannot be operated with this key. This is recommended for valet parking, etc.
There is a key case available for using your master key on a regular basis.
Replacement keys
Replacement keys are available exclu­sively through your BMW center. Your BMW center is obligated to ensure that a person requesting a key is authorized to do so, since the keys are an integral element of the security system (refer to "Electronic vehicle immobilizer" in the following columns).
If possible, take all of the master
keys that belong to the vehicle with you when you pick up your replacement key. Whenever you receive a new replace­ment key, turn it once to position 2 in the ignition lock (ignition switched on) and then back, so that the electronic vehicle immobilizer can initialize the new key.<
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