seat memory BMW Z4 ROADSTER 2.5I 2005 E85 Owner's Manual

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Seat adjustment: M Sports seat*
You can also adjust the tilt and the thigh sup-
port.
1 Tilt upward
Pull the lever repeatedly until the desired tilt has
been reached.
2 Tilt downward
Push the lever repeatedly until the desired tilt
has been reached.
3 Thigh support
Pull the lever and adjust the position of the
cushion for thigh support as desired.
Power seat adjustment*
1Tilt angle
2Backward/forward adjustment
3Height
4Backrest angle
The head restraints are adjusted manually.
Refer to page28.
With the M Sports seat, you can also adjust the
thigh support manually, refer to the preceding
section.Read and comply with the adjustment
instructions on page28. Failure to do so
can result in diminished personal safety.<
Seat memory*
You can store and recall three different driver's
seat positions.
To store
Ignition key in position 1 or higher
1.Adjust seat to desired position
2.Press the M
EMORY button: the indicator
lamp in the button lights up
3.Press memory button 1, 2 or 3: the indicator
lamp goes out.
To select a stored setting
Do not select a memory position while the
vehicle is moving. If you do, there is a risk
of accident from an unexpected movement of
the seat.<
Convenience function
1.Unlock and open the driver's door or turn
the ignition key to position 1
2.Press memory button 1, 2 or 3 briefly.
Movement stops immediately when one of
the seat adjustment or memory buttons is
operated during the adjustment process.
You can have this feature programmed so
that when you use the remote control
from your personalized key to unlock your door,
your seat will move into your own preferred
position.<

Adjustments
30
Safety function
1.Close the driver's door and turn the ignition
key to position 0 or 2
2.Press and hold the desired memory button
1, 2 or 3 until the adjustment process is
completed.
If you press the M
EMORY button accidentally:
Press the button again; the indicator lamp goes
out.
Before activating the programmed
adjustment feature, ensure that the space
behind the driver's seat is empty and unob-
structed. If you fail to do so, objects behind the
seat could be damaged, should the seat move
backward.<
Seat heating*
The seat cushion and backrest can be heated
with the ignition key in position 2.
You can call up different heating modes by
repeatedly pressing the buttons.
The seat heating can also be switched off from
the higher heating modes:
Press the button and hold it slightly longer.
Safety belts
Comply with the instructions on page27,
or the occupants' personal safety will be
diminished.<
Make sure every occupant fastens his or her
safety belt. As supplemental restraint devices,
the airbags are designed to enhance the effec-
tiveness of the safety belts, and not to replace
them.
To fasten
Make sure you hear the lock engage in the belt
buckle.
To unlock
1.Press the red button in the belt buckle
2.Hold the belt
3.Guide the belt back into its reel.
The upper belt attachment point is suitable for
all body sizes, provided that the person is sitting
correctly, refer to page28.
Safety belt reminder
The indicator lamp flashes or lights up.
A signal also sounds. Check if the
safety belts have been properly fas-
tened.
The safety belt reminder is operational above a
speed of approx. 5 mph / 8 km/h. The reminder
can also occur if objects are on the passenger
seat.
Damaged safety belts
If the safety belts are damaged or
stretched in an accident: have the entire
belt system, including the tensioning mecha-
nisms, replaced at your BMW center. Have the
belt anchorage points inspected for damage at
the same time. Failure to observe this precau-
tion may prevent the safety belts from effec-
tively providing optimal protection when
needed.<

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Steering wheel
Adjustments
Never attempt to adjust the steering
wheel while driving the vehicle. It could
respond with unexpected movement, posing a
potential accident hazard.<
1.Swing the lever downward
2.Adjust the steering column's reach and
height to suit your seating position
3.Swing the lever back up.
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
1Adjustments
2To switch from one mirror to the other
3To fold the mirrors in or out
*
To adjust manually
The mirrors can also be adjusted manually, if
necessary: press on the edges of the lens.
To fold the mirrors in and out
The mirrors can be folded in or out up to a road
speed of approx. 6 mph / 10 km/h by pressing
button3. This can be useful on narrow roads,
for example, or to reset the mirrors to their cor-
rect positions after they have been folded in.
Automatic heating*
Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated
when the engine is running or the ignition is
switched on.
Interior rearview mirror
To reduce the glare from vehicles behind you
when driving at night, turn the rotary knob.
For vehicles without an alarm system:
Tilt the small lever forward.
Vehicle Memory, Key Memory
How the system functions
You have probably frequently wished that you
could configure individual functions of your
vehicle to reflect your own personal require-
ments. In engineering your vehicle, BMW has
incorporated a number of options for personal
adjustment that can be programmed into your
vehicle at your BMW center.
Vehicle Memory refers to vehicle-oriented set-
tings and Key Memory refers to person-ori-
ented settings. You can have up to four different
basic settings adjusted for four different per-
sons. The only requirement is that each person
uses his or her own remote control key.
When your vehicle is unlocked with the remote
control, the vehicle recognizes the individual

Adjustments
32 user by means of a data exchange with the key,
and makes adjustments accordingly.
Colored decals were provided with the keys to
help you distinguish between the different per-
sonal remote control keys.
What the system can do
You can learn about the entire array of features
that Vehicle Memory and Key Memory offer you
at your BMW center. A few examples follow
below:
Examples for Vehicle Memory:
>Various signals as acknowledgement when
locking or unlocking your vehicle: refer to
page17
>Windows are opened automatically, refer to
page20
>Reminder that the key is still in the ignition
switch after the driver's door has been
opened, refer to page37
>Activation/deactivation of the Follow-me-
home function: refer to page56
>Activation/deactivation of daytime driving
lamps: refer to page56
>Sets the units of measure for displaying
time, outside temperature, distance trav-
eled and fuel consumption in the instru-
ment cluster, refer to page48.
Examples for Key Memory:
>Locking of the vehicle when you start off:
refer to page18
>Automatically adjusts the driver's seat to
the personal programmed settings when
the vehicle is unlocked, refer to page29.
You will see this symbol throughout the
Owner's Manual. It is to remind you at
appropriate places of the settings that are avail-
able to you.<
Depending on how the memory functions
are configured, the vehicle may be oper-
ated differently from what is described in the
Owner's Manual. Should you decide to sell your
BMW one day, please remember to have the
memory functions returned to their original fac-
tory settings.<

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Charging the battery
Charge the battery in the vehicle only when the
engine has been switched off. Terminals, refer
to Jump starting, page97.
Battery disposal
After changing a battery, have the used
battery disposed of by your BMW center
or bring it to a recycling point. Maintain the bat-
tery in an upright position for transport and stor-
age. Secure the battery against tilting when
transporting.<
Power loss
After a temporary power loss, e.g. due to a dis-
charged battery, some equipment will be lim-
ited in its use and must be reinitialized. Individ-
ual settings are also lost and must be reset:
>Seat memory
The positions must be stored again, refer to
page29
>Time
must be reset, refer to page47.
Fuses
You will find the fuses and information on their
respective allocation behind the glove compart-
ment.
1.Open the glove compartment
2.Press the lock on the left; see arrow1
3.Press the lock on the right; see arrow2
4.Swing the glove compartment down.Spare fuses and plastic tweezers for grasping
the fuses are found in the onboard tool kit; refer
to page91.
Do not attempt to repair a burned fuse or
replace it with a fuse having a different
color or amperage rating. To do this could
cause a fire in the vehicle as a result of circuit
overload.<

Everything from A to Z
112 Manual mode, refer to
Automatic transmission with
Steptronic39
Manual operation
– automatic transmission
interlock38
– door lock18
– driver's door18
– fuel filler door76
– luggage compartment lid18
– power convertible top23
– storage compartments64
Manual transmission38
Manufacturer5
Master key16
– with remote control16
Maximum cooling62
Maximum speed, winter
tires82
MD operation, refer to
Owner's Manual for Radio/
Onboard Computer
Measurements, refer to
Dimensions104
Mechanical seat28
Memory, refer to
– Seat Memory29
– Vehicle Memory, Key
Memory31
Microfilter
– air conditioning59
– automatic climate control63
Microphone, refer to
Preparations for the cellular
phone65
Minidisc operation, refer to
Owner's Manual for Radio/
Onboard Computer
Mirrors31
– heated31
Mobile phone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual5
Mobile Service96
Modifications, technical, refer
to For your own safety6
Monitoring system for tire
pressures, refer to
– Tire inflation pressure78
M Sports seat29Multifunction steering wheel,
refer to Buttons in the
steering wheel10
Multifunction switch
– turn signal indicators/
headlamp flasher42
– washer/wiper system43
N
Neck supports, refer to Head
restraints28
Nets64
Nylon rope, refer to Towing
and tow-starting99
O
OBD interface socket90
Octane numbers, refer to Fuel
specifications76
Odometer46
Oil, refer to Engine oil
– additives, refer to Approved
oils87
– alternative oils87
– approved oils87
– capacity105
– dipstick86
– indicator/warning lamp13
Oil change intervals,
refer to the Service and
Warranty Information
Booklet for US models,
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian
models
Oil consumption86
Oil filter change105
Oil level86
– checking86
– indicator lamp13
Oil pressure86
– indicator/warning lamp13
Oil sensor86
– indicator lamp13
Oil service47
Oil types87Onboard computer
– button BC48
Onboard computer, refer to
Computer or to the Owner's
Manual for Onboard
Computer
Onboard monitor, refer to
Computer or to the Owner's
Manual for Onboard
Computer
Onboard tool kit91
Opening and closing the
vehicle
– at the door lock17
– from inside18
– from outside16,17
– with the remote
control16,17
Operating elements10
Outlets, refer to
Ventilation59,63
Outside air mode59
– air conditioning59
Outside air mode, automatic
climate control62
Outside temperature
display47
– changing units of
measure48
– in the onboard computer48
P
Paintwork, refer to the Caring
for your vehicle brochure
Parking brake37
– indicator lamp13
Parking lamps/Low beams56
Parking lock, refer to
Parking39
Parts and accessories,
refer to Your individual
vehicle5
Passenger airbags
– deactivation33
– reactivation33
Placing the vehicle in storage,
refer to the Caring for your
vehicle brochure

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Plastic, refer to the Caring for
your vehicle brochure
Pollen, refer to
– Microfilter59
– Microfilter/activated-
charcoal filter63
Power convertible top21
Power loss
– electric power windows20
Power output, refer to Engine
data102
Power seat29
Power socket65
Power steering, electric42
Power supply interruption
– battery95
Power windows
– initializing20
Power windows protective
function, refer to Trap
protection20
Preparations for the cellular
phone65
Pressure, tires78
Pressure monitoring, tires,
refer to Flat Tire Monitor52
R
Radio, refer to the Owner's
Manual for Radio
Radio navigation, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Radio remote control key,
refer to Master keys with
remote control16
Rain sensor43
Reading lamps57
Rear lamps
– bulb replacement93
– indicator lamp, defective
lamp13
Rearview mirror31
Rear window defroster
– air conditioning59
– automatic climate control63
Recirculated air mode
– air conditioning59
– automatic climate control62Recirculating the air, refer to
Recirculated air
mode59,62
Reclining seat, refer to
Seats28
Refueling76
– fuel filler door76
Releasing
– hood84
Remaining distance, refer to
Range49
Remaining distance to next
service47
Remote control16
– luggage compartment lid17
– malfunction17
Replacement key16
Replacement key, refer to
New keys16
Replacement of tires82
– changing a wheel94
– new wheels and tires82
Replacing lamps, refer to
Lamps and bulbs91
Restraint systems
– for children35
– refer to Safety belts30
Reverse
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic39
– manual transmission38
Reverse gear
– sequential manual gearbox
SMG40
Rod antenna, refer to the
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Rope, refer to Towing and
tow-starting98
RSC Runflat System
Component, refer to Run
Flat tires82
Rubber parts, refer to the
Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Runflat System Component
RSC, refer to Run Flat
tires
82Run Flat tires82
– changing a tire81,82
– changing a wheel94
– flat tire53
– tire inflation pressure78
– winter tires82
S
Safe seating position27
– with airbags27
– with safety belts27
Safety belts30
– care, refer to the Caring for
your vehicle brochure
– safe seating position27
– warning lamp12,30
Safety systems, refer to
– Airbags53
– Antilock Brake System
ABS50
– Dynamic Stability Control
DSC50
Safety tires, refer to Run Flat
tires82
Screwdriver, refer to Onboard
tool kit91
Seat adjustment28
– mechanical28
– M Sports seat29
– power29
Seat heating30
Seat memory29
Seat position, storing29
Seats28
– adjusting the sports seat29
– heating30
– memory, refer to Seat
memory29
– power adjustment29
– safe seating position27
– storing positions29
Securing, locking the vehicle
– from inside18
– from outside17
Securing loads,
refer to Cargo loading71

Everything from A to Z
114 Selector lever
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic38
– sequential manual gearbox
SMG40
Selector lever lock, refer to
Range selection38
Selector lever positions
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic38
– sequential manual gearbox
SMG40
Sequential manual gearbox
SMG40
Service, refer to Mobile
Service96
Service, refer to Service and
Warranty Information
Booklet for US models,
Warranty and Service Guide
Booklet for Canadian
models89
Service and warranty7
Service interval display47,89
Shifting gears
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic38
– manual transmission38
– sequential manual gearbox
SMG41
Shiftlock, refer to Range
selection38
Shift paddles41
Side airbags53
Side turn signal indicators,
bulb replacement93
Signal horn, refer to Horn10
Slipstream deflector, refer to
Wind deflector24
SMG Sequential manual
gearbox40
Smokers' package, refer to
Ashtray65
Snow chains83
Socket for Onboard
Diagnostics90
SOS, refer to Emergency
call96
Spare fuses95Spare key16
Spare wheel, refer to Run Flat
tires82
Special oils, refer to
Specified engine oils87
Special wash program, refer to
the Caring for your vehicle
brochure
Specified engine oils87
Speed
– winter tires82
Speedometer12
Sport program
– automatic transmission with
Steptronic39
– Driving Dynamic
Control41,42
Sports seat
29
Stability control, refer to
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC50
Standing lamps57
Starting, engine36
Starting, refer to Starting the
engine36
Starting assistance, refer to
Dynamic Stability Control
DSC50
Starting difficulties
– jump-starting97
– temperature36
Starting with a flat battery,
refer to Jump-starting97
Status at time of printing5
Steering lock36
Steering wheel10
– adjusting31
Steptronic, refer to Manual
mode39
Storage compartments64
– electrical fault64
– opening manually64
Storage nets64
Storage space, refer to
– Luggage compartment19
– Storage compartments64
Storing desired speeds, refer
to Cruise control44Storing seat position, refer to
Seat memory29
Summer tires, refer to
Wheels and tires78
Surface ice, refer to Ice
warning48
Switches, refer to Cockpit10
Switch for passenger
airbags33
Symbols4
T
Tachometer46
Tail lamps, refer to Rear
lamps93
– bulb replacement93
Tank capacity, refer to Fuel
tank capacity105
Tank indicator, refer to Fuel
gauge46
Technical data102
Technical modifications, refer
to For your own safety6
Telephone, refer to the
separate Owner's Manual
Telephone preparation65
Temperature
– air conditioning59
– automatic climate control62
– engine46
Temperature display
– ice warning48
– outside temperature47,48
– setting unit of measure48
Tempomat, refer to Cruise
control44
Third brake lamp, refer to
Center high-mount brake
lamp93
– bulb replacement93
Three-point seat belt, refer to
Safety belts30
Tilt alarm sensor
– deactivating26
– remote control26
Tire coding80