BMW Z4 sDrive35i Owner's Manual

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Page 1 - Contents

The UltimateDriving MachineOwner’s Manualfor VehicleContentsA - ZOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW AG

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Page 3 - Z4 sDrive35i

Practical interior accessories98Practical interior accessoriesIntegrated universal remote control*The conceptThe integrated universal remote control c

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Controls 99Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe corresponding memory button 1 is now programmed with the

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Practical interior accessories100Digital compass*1 Adjustment button2 DisplayThe display shows you the main or secondary compass direction in which yo

Page 6 - Symbols used

Controls 101Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCalibrating the digital compassThe digital compass must be

Page 7 - For your own safety

Practical interior accessories102Observe the following when connecting:> Do not use force when plugging the con-nector into the USB audio interface

Page 8 - Service and warranty

Controls 103Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIn the cargo bay: Press the handle up and fold the storage

Page 9 - Reporting safety defects

Practical interior accessories104Ashtray, frontOpeningPush the ridge on the cover.EmptyingPress the cover open beyond the point of resis-tance, see ar

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Controls 105Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEnlarging the cargo bayWhen the hardtop is closed you can e

Page 11 - At a glance

Practical interior accessories106Securing cargoAfter loading, secure the transport bag and its contents. Tighten the retaining strap on the tensioning

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Controls 107Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW A

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At a glanceThis overview of buttons, switches and displaysis intended to familiarize you with your vehicle'soperating environment. The section wi

Page 14 - Instrument cluster

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Page 15 - Indicator and warning lamps

Driving tipsThis section provides you with informationuseful in dealing with specific driving andoperating conditions.Driving tipsOnline Edition for P

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Things to remember when driving110Things to remember when drivingBreak-in periodMoving parts need breaking-in time to adjust to each other. Please fol

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Driving tips 111Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDrive defensivelyAvoid unnecessary acceleration and braking

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Things to remember when driving112The risk of hydroplaning increases with declin-ing tread depth on the tires, refer also to Mini-mum tread depth on p

Page 19 - Operating principle

Driving tips 113Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityBefore driving into a car washGeneral information on caring

Page 20 - Changing between panels

Things to remember when driving114LoadThe permissible load is the sum of the occu-pants' weights and the weight of the cargo. The greater the wei

Page 21 - Example: setting the clock

Driving tips 115Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW A

Page 22 - Status information

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Page 23 - Programmable memory keys

NavigationThis chapter describes how you canenter destinations and specify your routeso that your navigation system guides youreliably to your destina

Page 24 - Letters and numbers

Cockpit10CockpitAround the steering wheel: controls and displays4 Folding exterior mirrors in and out* 455 Adjusting exterior mirrors, automatic curb

Page 25 - Voice activation system

Navigation system118Navigation systemGeneral informationWith the help of satellites, the navigation sys-tem is able to ascertain the precise position

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Navigation Driving tips 119Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityDestination entryIn entering your destination you can sele

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Destination entry120> To delete all letters:Select the symbol and press the controller for a lengthy period.> To enter spaces:Select the sym

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Navigation Driving tips 121Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilitySelection after destination entry> "Start guidance

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Destination entry122Editing or deleting an address1. "Navigation"2. "Address book"3. Highlight the entry.4. Open "Options&quo

Page 30 - Opening and closing

Navigation Driving tips 123Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobility1. "Search destination"2. Select the location wh

Page 31 - Using the remote control

Destination entry1241. "Navigation"2. "Map"3. Open "Options".4. "Display Points of Interest"5. Select the sett

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Navigation Driving tips 125Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityEntering a destination by voice commands*You can enter a d

Page 33 - Using the door lock

Destination entry126Entering street and house numberThe street is entered in the same way as the destination town/city.To enter the house number:Start

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Navigation Driving tips 127Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityArranging the order of intermediate destinationsThis funct

Page 35 - Alarm system*

At a glance 11Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility8 Instrument cluster 129 Buttons* on the steering wheel12 Ig

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Destination guidance128Destination guidanceStarting destination guidance1. "Navigation"2. "Enter address"3. Select the destination

Page 37 - Convenient access*

Navigation Driving tips 129Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilitypoint out traffic obstructions along the original route.De

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Destination guidance130Repeating a voice instruction1. "Navigation"2. "Map"3. Select the symbol twice.Adjusting volume for voice

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Navigation Driving tips 131Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilitySettings for the map display1. "Navigation"2. &q

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Destination guidance132C. The licensed material is provided to licensee "as is,” and "where is”. Total Traffic Network, including, but not l

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Navigation Driving tips 133Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilitySymbols in the map displayThe appearance of the symbols in

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What to do if …134What to do if …What to do if …> The current position cannot be displayed?The position is in an unrecognized region, in a poor rec

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Navigation Driving tips 135Reference At a glanceControlsCommunications EntertainmentMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW

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Page 45 - Seat and mirror memory*

EntertainmentOperation of the radio, CD equipment andexternal audio devices as well as their tonesettings are described in this chapter.EntertainmentO

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Cockpit12Instrument cluster1 Speedometer2 Indicator lamps for turn signals3 Indicator and warning lamps 134 Tachometer 645 Engine oil temperature 656

Page 47 - *. The stored

On/off and tone138On/off and toneThe following audio and video sources share the same control elements and adjustments:> Radio> CD/DVD player>

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NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 139Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityTreble, bass, balance, fader> "Balance": left/

Page 49 - Steering wheel heating*

On/off and tone140Adjustments1. "CD/Multimedia", "Radio" or "Settings"2. "Tone"3. "Volume settings"4

Page 50 - Transporting children safely

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 141Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityRadioYour radio is designed for reception of the fol-lowing

Page 51 - To Unlocking the safety belt

Radio142Storing a stationVia iDrive1. "Radio"2. "FM"or"AM"3. Select the desired station.4. Press the controller again.5.

Page 52 - Start/stop button

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 143Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityDisplaying additional informationSome stations broadcast ad

Page 53 - Starting the engine

Satellite radio144Satellite radioYou can receive over 100 different channels with high sound quality.The channels are offered to you in predefined pac

Page 54 - Parking brake

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 145Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilitySelecting a channelSelecting a channel1. "Radio"2

Page 55 - Steptronic*

CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer146CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changerCD/DVD playbackInserting a CD/DVDInsert the CD/DVD into the drive with the printed

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NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 147Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityAudio CDs1. "CD/Multimedia"2. "CD/DVD"3

Page 57 - 7-gear sport automatic

At a glance 13Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityIndicator and warning lampsThe conceptIndicator and warning

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CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer1485. "Random"CDs/DVDs with compressed audio files: the directories and the tracks contained therein are pla

Page 59

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 149Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityThe Video menu is displayed:In fast forward/reverse: the sp

Page 60 - Releasing

CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer1504. "Brightness", "Contrast" or "Color"5. Turn the controller until the desired settin

Page 61 - Turn signals/

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 151Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityControls and displays1 LEDs on the CD/DVD slotflash when a

Page 62 - Wiper system

CD/DVD player and CD/DVD changer152NotesBMW CD/DVD players and changers are officially designated Class 1 laser prod-ucts. Do not operate if the cover

Page 63 - Cruise control*

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 153Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityMusic collectionStoring musicThe music tracks from CDs/DVDs

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Music collection1543. "Storing..."4. "Cancel storing"The storage process is interrupted and can be continued at any time.Continuin

Page 65 - Malfunction

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 155Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility4. Select the desired category.5. To select the desired ent

Page 66 - Everything under control

Music collection1564. "Random"Managing musicAlbumsRenaming an albumThe name of the album, if available, is automat-ically entered when the a

Page 67 - Computer

NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 157Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobility6. "Music import/export"7. "Backup music on

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Cockpit14Around the center console: controls and displaysOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW AG

Page 69 - Entering a distance manually

External devices158External devicesAUX-IN portYou can connect an external audio device, for instance an MP3 player, and play audio tracks over the car

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NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 159Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityAudio filesStandard audio formats, e.g. MP3, WMA, WAV (PCM)

Page 71 - Service requirements

External devices160Track searchYou can call up the tracks using the playlists and information. With USB devices you can also call up tracks using the

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NavigationEntertainment Driving tips 161Reference At a glanceControlsCommunicationsMobilityNotes on connecting> The connected audio device is suppl

Page 73 - Via iDrive

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CommunicationsThis chapter describes how to use thetelephone, BMW Assist and TeleService.CommunicationsOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - ©

Page 75 - Check Control

Telephone164TelephoneThe conceptYour BMW is equipped with a full preparation package mobile phone.After pairing a suitable mobile phone with the vehic

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165EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility> Bluetooth is activated in the vehicle, refer to page 1

Page 77 - Settings on the Control

Telephone166If the pairing was successful, the mobile phone appears at the top of the list of mobile phones.As soon as a mobile phone is detected by t

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167EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilitycan be used in combination with the mobile phone, e.g. a la

Page 79 - Park Distance Control PDC*

At a glance 15Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility1 SOS: initiating an Emergency Request call* 2132 Reading la

Page 80 - Driving stability control

Telephone168Rejecting a call"Reject"The caller is diverted to your mailbox if it has been activated.Ending callsPress the button on the st

Page 81 - Dynamic Driving Control

169EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility3. "Hold"The existing call is put on hold.4. Dial

Page 82 - Drive-off assistant

Telephone170RedialingThe eight phone numbers dialed last are stored.Dialing the number via iDrive1. "Telephone"2. "Redial"3. Selec

Page 83 - Flat Tire Monitor FTM*

171EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityDisplaying messages1. "Telephone"2. "Message

Page 84 - Tire Pressure Monitor TPM*

Telephone172Depending on the type of mobile phone you are using, it may be possible to continue the con-versation via the hands-free system. Refer to

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173EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityAdjusting the volume of the instructionsYou can adjust the

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Telephone174To read and dial entries:You can have all entries in your voice phone book read aloud in the order in which they were entered and select a

Page 87 - Servotronic*

175EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityInserting mobile phone1. If applicable, remove the protecti

Page 88 - Status of passenger airbags

Contacts176ContactsYou can create and edit contacts. The contacts of the mobile phone * are also displayed. The addresses can be used as destinations

Page 89 - Airbag system malfunction

177EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilitysearch is offered. A symbol indicates the stor-age location

Page 90 - Parking lamps/low beams

iDrive16iDriveiDrive integrates the functions of a large num-ber of switches. This allows these functions to be operated from a single central positio

Page 91 - Adaptive Head Light*

BMW Assist178BMW AssistBMW Assist*BMW Assist provides a number of different ser-vices. For example, the position data of the vehicle can be transmitte

Page 92 - Interior lamps

179EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityTeleService*TeleService supports communication with your BM

Page 93 - to the inte

BMW Assist180Vehicle equipped with BMW Assist or TeleService1. "BMW Assist"2. "Roadside Assistance"3. "Start service"Tel

Page 94 - Air vents

181EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityUsing BMW SearchTo select and display content:> Turn the

Page 95 - Air conditioning system

BMW Assist182Using the InternetMenu barA menu bar is displayed for use. To activate the menu bar, move the controller to the left until the cursor is

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183EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobility3. "Delete bookmark"or"Delete all book-marks

Page 97 - Automatic climate control*

BMW Assist1843. "Start service"Automatic TeleService Call*The TeleService data necessary for servicing the vehicle are automatically sent to

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185EntertainmentReference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW A

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Page 100 - Integrated universal remote

MobilityThis section helps you maintain your car'smobility by supplying important informationon vital topics including fuels and lubricants,wheel

Page 101 - Deleting all stored programs

At a glance 17Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityButtons on the controllerOperating principleWith the ignitio

Page 102 - Digital compass*

Refueling188RefuelingAlways switch off the engine before refu-eling, otherwise, fuel cannot be added to the tank and a message will be displayed.<T

Page 103 - Glove compartment

Mobility 189Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentFuel specificationsDo not fill the tank with leaded fuel as

Page 104 - Storage compartments inside

Wheels and tires190Wheels and tiresTire inflation pressuresInformation for your safetyIt is not merely the tires' service life, but also driving

Page 105 - Cup holders*

Mobility 191Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentObserve all national and local maximum speed limits, otherw

Page 106 - Cargo bay

Wheels and tires192Tire inflation pressures Z4 sDrive35iTire size Pressure specifications in psi/kPa Traveling speedsup to a max. of100 mph / 160 km/

Page 107 - Through-loading opening

Mobility 193Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentTire identification marksKnowledge of the labeling on the s

Page 108 - Removing the transport bag

Wheels and tires194TemperatureThe temperature grades are A, the highest, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat a

Page 109 - Controls

Mobility 195Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentTire ageFor various reasons, such as the development of bri

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Wheels and tires196Recommended tire brandsCertain makes of tire are recommended by BMW for each tire size. They are marked with a clearly visible BMW

Page 111 - Driving tips

Mobility 197Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentUnder the hoodDo not work on the car unless you pos-sess th

Page 112 - Saving fuel

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Page 113 - General driving notes

iDrive18Menu items in the Owner's ManualIn the Owner's Manual, menu items that can be selected are set in quotation marks, e.g. "Settin

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Under the hood198Important parts of the engine compartment1 Expansion tank for coolant, refer to page 2002 Jump-starting connection, negative termi-na

Page 115 - Cargo loading

Mobility 199Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment2. Press button 2 in the turn indicator lever. The oil leve

Page 116 - * for securing larger

Under the hood200> "Measurement inactive. Have this checked."Do not add engine oil. You can continue your journey. Note the newly calcula

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Mobility 201Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentChecking coolant level1. Do not open the engine hood before

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Maintenance202MaintenanceBMW Maintenance SystemThe BMW Maintenance System supports the preservation of the traffic and operating safety of your BMW. T

Page 119 - Navigation

Mobility 203Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentThis socket is located on the driver's side to the lef

Page 120 - Navigation system

Care204CareCare productsRegular cleaning and care contributes signifi-cantly to the value retention of your BMW.BMW recommends cleaning and caring for

Page 121 - Destination entry

Mobility 205Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment7-gear sport automatic transmission with dual clutchBefore

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Care206PreservationA preservation treatment is necessary when water no longer beads off of the clean paintwork surface. Only use products for paintwor

Page 123 - Address book

Mobility 207Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentInterior plastic parts> Imitation leather surfaces> L

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At a glance 19Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening the Options menu Press the button.The "Options&

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Replacing components208Replacing componentsOnboard tool kitThe onboard tool kit is located in the cargo bay under the floor panel.Wiper blades1. Fold

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Mobility 209Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentXenon lampsHave any work on the xenon lamp system, includin

Page 127 - Entering a destination by

Replacing components210Tail lamps> Brake lamp, backup lamp:W16W bulb, 16 watts1 Brake lamp2 Tail lamp, LED3 Brake lamp4 Backup lamp5 Turn signal, L

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Mobility 211Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment2. Pull out the bulb holder, see arrow, and change the bulb

Page 129 - Word-matching principle

Replacing components212Vehicle batteryBattery careThe battery is 100% maintenance-free, the electrolyte will last for the life of the battery when the

Page 130 - Destination guidance

Mobility 213Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentGiving and receiving assistanceEmergency Request*Conditions

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Giving and receiving assistance214First aid pouch*Some of the articles contained in the first aid pouch have a limited service life. Therefore, check

Page 132

Mobility 215Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment4. Attach one terminal clamp of the minus/– jumper cable to

Page 133 - Traffic bulletins*

Giving and receiving assistance216Being towedMake sure that the ignition is switched on, refer to page 50, otherwise the low-beam headlamps, tail lamp

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Mobility 217Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainment7-gear sport automatic transmission with dual clutch:Have t

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iDrive20Status information1 Time2 Display for:> Reception strength of the wireless network, depends on the mobile phone> Incoming, outgoing or m

Page 136 - What to do if …

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Page 137 - Navigation Driving tips

ReferenceThis chapter contains technical data, shortcommands for the voice activation system andan index that will help you find information mostquick

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Technical data220Technical dataEngine dataZ4 sDrive30i Z4 sDrive35iDisplacement cu in/cmμ 182.8/2,996 181.8/2,979Number of cylinders 6 6Maximum power

Page 139 - Entertainment

Reference 221At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDimensionsAll dimensions given in inches/mm. Smallest turnin

Page 140 - On/off and tone

Technical data222WeightsCapacitiesZ4 sDrive30i Z4 sDrive35iApproved gross weight> with manual transmission lbs/kg 3,924/1,780 4,134/1,875> with

Page 141 - Equalizer*

Reference 223At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityShort commands for the voice activation systemWith short com

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Short commands for the voice activation system224Music collectionExternal devicesTone controlRadioFMAMFunction CommandCalling up the current playback

Page 143 - Selecting a station

Reference 225At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySatellite radioPresetsTelephoneNavigationGeneral information

Page 144 - HD radio*

Short commands for the voice activation system226MapSplit screen settingsSwitching off the voice instructions {Switch off voice instructions}Displayin

Page 145 - Deleting a station

Reference 227At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityContactsBMW AssistVehicle informationSplit screen scale...ki

Page 146 - Satellite radio

At a glance 21Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityProgrammable memory keysCertain iDrive functions can be stor

Page 147 - Selecting a channel

Short commands for the voice activation system228SettingsVehicleFunction CommandOpening the main menu {Main menu}Selecting the settings {Settings}Open

Page 148 - Audio playback

Reference 229At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW AG

Page 149 - Random play sequence

Everything from A to Z230Everything from A to ZIndex"..." Identifies Control Display texts used to select individual functions and refers yo

Page 150 - Video playback*

Reference 231At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAutomatic Service Request 184Automatic transmission with Ste

Page 151 - Brightness, contrast, color

Everything from A to Z232Care 204– automatic car washes 204– care products 204– carpets 206– CD/DVD drives 207– chrome parts 206– displays 207– exteri

Page 152 - CD/DVD changer*

Reference 233At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCongestion– refer to Route, bypassing sections 129Connecting

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Everything from A to Z234Distance warning, refer to Park Distance Control PDC 77Door key, refer to Remote control with integrated key 28Door lock 31Do

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Reference 235At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityFastening safety belts, refer to Safety belts 44Fastest rout

Page 155 - Music collection

Everything from A to Z236Hills 112Holders for cups 103Home address 176Homepage BMW 4Hood 197Horn 10, 11Hot exhaust system 111Hydraulic brake assist, r

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Reference 237At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityLaunch Control 58Leather care 206LED Light-emitting diodes 2

Page 157 - Current playback

Letters and numbers22Letters and numbersEntering letters and numbers1. Turn the controller: select the letters or numbers.2. Select additional letters

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Everything from A to Z238Mobile phone, refer to the separate Owner's ManualModifications, technical, refer to For your own safety 5Monitor, refer

Page 159 - Deleting the music collection

Reference 239At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityParking lamps/low beams 88Passenger-side mirror tilt functio

Page 160 - External devices

Everything from A to Z240Roadside parking lamps 90Roadworthiness test, refer to Service requirements 69Roof load capacity 222Rope, refer to Tow-starti

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Reference 241At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySide windows, refer to Windows 36Signal horn, refer to Horn

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Everything from A to Z242Temperature– air conditioner 94– automatic climate control 95– changing unit of measure 68– coolant, refer to Coolant tempera

Page 163 - Notes on connecting

Reference 243At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTransmission lock, releasing manually 58Transmission positio

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Everything from A to Z244Windshield wash 60– filling capacity, reservoir 222– nozzles 61– reservoir for washer fluid 61– washer fluid 61Windshield wip

Page 165 - Communications

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Page 166 - Telephone

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Page 167 - Logging in

At a glance 23Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityVoice activation systemThe conceptThe voice activation syste

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Voice activation system24Terminating or canceling voice activation systemPress the button on the steering wheel orIn dialogs that call for a text of

Page 169 - Operation via iDrive

At a glance 25Reference ControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOnline Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 116 - © 01/09 BMW AG

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Page 171 - Editing a contact

ControlsThis chapter is intended to provide you withinformation for complete control of your vehicle.All features and accessories that are useful ford

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Z4 sDrive30iZ4 sDrive35iOwner's Manual for VehicleCongratulations, and thank you for choosing a BMW.Thorough familiarity with your vehicle will p

Page 173 - Switching between mobile

Opening and closing28Opening and closingRemote controlEach remote control contains a rechargeable battery that is automatically recharged when it is i

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Controls 29Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility> Settings for the display on the Control Dis-play and in

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Opening and closing30iDrive, for operating principle refer to page 16.1. "Settings"2. "Door locks"3. "Unlock button"4. S

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Controls 31Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. Press down the cargo bay partition until it engages on bo

Page 177 - Removing mobile phone

Opening and closing32Manual operationIn the event of an electrical malfunction, you can lock and unlock the driver's door by turning the integrat

Page 178 - Contacts

Controls 33Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening from insidePress the button: the luggage compartment

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Opening and closing34Arming and disarmingWhen you lock or unlock the vehicle, either with the remote control or at the door lock, the alarm system is

Page 180 - BMW Assist

Controls 35Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityConvenient access*Convenient access enables you to enter you

Page 181 - Concierge service*

Opening and closing36Starting the engineYou can start the engine or switch on the igni-tion when a remote control is inside the vehicle. It is not nec

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Controls 37Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening, closingIndividually> Press the switch to the res

Page 183 - Internet*

© 2009 Bayerische Motoren WerkeAktiengesellschaftMunich, GermanyReprinting, including excerpts, only with thewritten consent ofBMW AG, Munich.US Engli

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Opening and closing38Retractable hardtopThe retractable hardtop combines reliable weather protection with simple and convenient operation.Please note:

Page 185 - TeleService Call*

Controls 39Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityOpening and closingWhen the vehicle is stationary and at rad

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Opening and closing402. Push the wind deflector down, arrow 1, and then push down and forward simulta-neously, arrow 2, until it engages.The wind defl

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Controls 41Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAdjustmentsSitting safelyThe ideal sitting position can make

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Adjustments42Manual adjustmentObserve the adjustment instructions on page 41 to ensure the best possible per-sonal protection.<Longitudinal directi

Page 189 - Mobility

Controls 43Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility4 BackrestLumbar support*You can also adjust the contour of

Page 190 - Refueling

Adjustments44Storing1. Switch on radio readiness or the ignition, refer to page 50.2. Adjust the seat and exterior mirrors to the desired positions.3.

Page 191 - Fuel specifications

Controls 45Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityClosingMake sure you hear the latch plate engage in the belt

Page 192 - Wheels and tires

Adjustments46Automatic heatingDepending on the outside temperature, both exterior mirrors are heated automatically when the engine is running or the i

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Controls 47Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDo not use force to swing the lever back up, otherwise the m

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Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityContentsThe fastest way to find information on a partic-ular to

Page 195 - Tire identification marks

Transporting children safely48Transporting children safelyThe right place for childrenDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle, otherwise they

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Controls 49Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTo Locking the safety belt1. Secure the child-restraint syst

Page 197 - New wheels and tires

Driving50DrivingIgnition lockInsert the remote control into the ignition lockInserting the remote control all the way into the ignition lock.> Radi

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Controls 51Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityStarting the engineDo not run the engine in closed rooms, ot

Page 199 - Under the hood

Driving52Switching off the engineAlways take the remote control with you when you leave the vehicle. Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth-er

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Controls 53Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe parking brake can only be released while the ignition is

Page 201 - Possible displays

Driving54Displays in the instrument clusterP R N D DS M1 to M6The selector lever position is displayed, or the current gear in the manual mode.Changin

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Controls 55Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityUpshifts and downshifts are executed only when they will res

Page 203 - Checking coolant level

Driving56The indicator lamp lights up yellow if the transmission becomes too warm. Avoid high engine loads and driving off frequently. If the transmis

Page 204 - Maintenance

Controls 57Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityR ReverseSelect this only when the vehicle is stationary.N N

Page 205 - Data recorders

Notes4NotesUsing this Owner's ManualWe have tried to make all the information in this Owner's Manual easy to find. The fastest way to find s

Page 206 - Exterior care

Driving58> To shift up: pull one of the shift paddles.> To shift down: press one of the shift paddles.Launch ControlLaunch Control enables you t

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Controls 59Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility5. Turn the Allen wrench as far as it will go, arrow 2. The

Page 208 - Interior care

Driving60Wiper system1 Switching on wipers2 Switching off wipers or brief wipe3 Activating/deactivating intermittent wipe or rain sensor*4 Cleaning wi

Page 209 - Vehicle storage

Controls 61Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityWindshield washer nozzlesThe windshield washer nozzles are h

Page 210 - Replacing components

Driving62Maintaining current speedTap the lever, arrow 1, or pull it briefly, arrow 2.The car's current speed is stored and main-tained. It is di

Page 211 - Turn signals, front

Controls 63Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDisplays in the instrument cluster1 Stored speed2 Selected s

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Everything under control64Everything under controlOdometer, outside temperature display, clock1 Knob in the instrument cluster2 Outside temperature di

Page 213 - Changing wheels

Controls 65Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityCoolant temperatureA warning lamp will come on if the coolan

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Everything under control66Refuel as soon as possible once your cruising range falls below 30 miles/50 km, otherwise engine functions are not ensured a

Page 215 - Roadside Assistance

Controls 67Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityResetting the trip computer1. "Vehicle Info"2. &qu

Page 216 - Jump starting

5Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe individual vehicleWhen you ordered your BMW, you chose va

Page 217 - Tow-starting, towing away

Everything under control68Settings and informationOperating principle1 Button for:> Selecting display> Setting values2 Button for:> Confirmin

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Controls 69Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityService requirementsThe remaining driving distance and the d

Page 219 - Tow-starting

Everything under control70Possible displays1 Button for selecting functions2 Service requirements3 Engine oil4 Roadworthiness test*5 Front brake pads6

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Controls 71Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityEntering deadlines for legally required inspections*Make sur

Page 221 - Reference

Everything under control722. "Settings"Setting the time1. "Settings"2. "Time/Date"3. "Time:"4. Turn the contro

Page 222 - Technical data

Controls 73Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySetting the date format1. "Settings"2. "Time/

Page 223 - Dimensions

Everything under control74Hiding Check Control messagesPress the button in the turn indicator lever.Some Check Control messages are displayed until th

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Controls 75Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility3. "Limit:"4. Turn the controller until the desire

Page 225 - CD/Multimedia

Everything under control76Volume of the warning signals*You can raise or lower the volume of the warn-ing signals, e.g. the 'fasten safety belts&

Page 226 - Tone control

Controls 77Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityTechnology for driving comfort and safetyPark Distance Contr

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Notes6Installation and operation of non-BMW approved accessories such as alarms, radios, amplifiers, radar detectors, wheels, suspension components, b

Page 228 - Split screen settings

Technology for driving comfort and safety78Loud sound sources outside or inside the car can drown out the PDC signal. Therefore, always drive cautious

Page 229 - Vehicle information

Controls 79Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityDynamic Driving ControlThe conceptDynamic Driving Control ca

Page 230 - Settings

Technology for driving comfort and safety80The DSC indicator lamp in the instrument clus-ter lights up.Deactivating TRACTIONPress the button again.TRA

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Controls 81Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityFlat Tire Monitor FTM*The conceptThe Flat Tire Monitor detec

Page 232 - Everything from A to Z

Technology for driving comfort and safety823. In the event of complete tire pressure loss, 0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible distance for con

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Controls 83Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityGreenThe tire inflation pressure corresponds to the establis

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Technology for driving comfort and safety842. In the event of complete pressure loss, 0 psi/0 kPa, you can estimate the possible distance for continue

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Controls 85Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThe TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire

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Technology for driving comfort and safety86Do not attempt to remove the airbag retention system from the vehicle. Do not modify the indi-vidual compon

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Controls 87Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAfter mounting a child seat, ensure that the indicator lamp

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7Reference At a glanceControlsDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityReporting safety defectsFor US customersThe following only ap

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Lamps88LampsParking lamps/low beams0 Lamps off, daytime running lamps1 Parking lamps and daytime running lamps2 Low-beam headlamps and welcome lamps3

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Controls 89Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobility Welcome lamps are activated and are stored for the remote c

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Lamps90High beams/roadside parking lamps1 High beams2 Headlamp flasher3 Roadside parking lamps*Roadside parking lamps, left or right*There is an addit

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Controls 91Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilitySwitching interior lamps on/off manuallyInterior lighting*:T

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Climate92ClimateEquipment versionsDepending on the equipment version, your car has an air conditioner or an automatic climate control system.1 Air con

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Controls 93Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAir conditioning system1 Air distribution2 Recirculated-air

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Climate94Rear window defrosterThe defroster switches off auto-matically after a certain time or when the hardtop is opened.TemperatureTo increase the

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Controls 95Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityAutomatic climate control*1 Temperature, left side of passen

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Climate96Switching the cooling function on and offThe cooling function cools and dehumidifies the incoming air before reheating it as required, accord

Page 248 - *BL260211600I*

Controls 97Reference At a glanceDriving tipsCommunications NavigationEntertainmentMobilityThis function can be switched on using the right button unde

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