BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE 2018 Owners Manual

DRIVING
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Things
to
remember
when
drivingVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Breaking-in
period
General
information Moving parts need to begin working together
smoothly.
The following instructions will help you to achj ieve a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Control.
Safety
information
WARNING
Due to new parts and components, safety and driver assistance systems can react with a dej
lay. There is a risk of an accident. After instalj
ling new parts or with a new vehicle, drive conj
servatively and intervene early if necessary.
Observe the break-in procedures of the rej
spective parts and components.
Engine,
transmission,
and
axle
drive
Up
to
1,200
miles/2,000
km Do not exceed the maximum engine and roadspeed:'xFor gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circumstanj ces.
From
1,200
miles/2,000
km
The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be increased.
Tires Tire traction is not optimal due to manufacturing
circumstances when tires are brand-new; they achieve their full traction potential after a break-intime.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Brake
system Brake discs and brake pads only reach their full
effectiveness after approx. 300 miles/500 km. Drive moderately during this break-in period.
Following
part
replacement The same break-in procedures should be objserved if any of the components above-menjtioned have to be renewed in the course of the
vehicle's operating life.
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General
driving
notes
Closing
the
tailgate
Safety
information
WARNING
An open tailgate protrudes from the vehicle and can endanger occupants and other traffic parj ticipants or damage the vehicle in the event of
an accident, braking or evasive maneuvers. In
addition, exhaust fumes may enter the car's inj
terior. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage
to property. Do not drive with the tailgate open.
Driving
with
the
tailgate
open
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
avoided:
'xIf the convertible top is closed, close all winj
dows.'xGreatly increase the air flow from the vents.'xDrive moderately.
Hot
exhaust
gas
system
WARNING
During driving operation, high temperatures can
occur underneath the vehicle body, for instance
caused by the exhaust gas system. If combustij
ble materials, such as leaves or grass, come in contact with hot parts of the exhaust gas sysj
tem, these materials can ignite. There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to property. Do not
remove the heat shields installed and never apj
ply undercoating to them. Make sure that no
combustible materials can come in contact with hot vehicle parts in driving operation, idle or
during parking. Do not touch the hot exhaust gas system.
Climate
comfort
windshield
The marked area is not covered with heat reflecjtive coating.
Use this area for garage door openers, devices for electronic toll collection, etc.
Mobile
communication
devices
in
the
vehicle
WARNING
Vehicle electronics and mobile phones can inj
fluence one another. There is radiation due to
the transmission operations of mobile phones.
There is a risk of injury or risk of damage to
property. If possible, in the car's interior use
only mobile phones with direct connections to
an exterior antenna in order to exclude mutual
interference and deflect the radiation from the
car's interior.
Hydroplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tires and road surface.
This phenomenon is referred to as hydroplaning.
It is characterized by a partial or complete loss of
contact between the tires and the road surface,
ultimately undermining your ability to steer and
brake the vehicle.
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Driving
through
waterGeneral
information
When driving through water, follow the following:'xDrive through calm water only.'xDrive through water only if it is not deeper
than maximum 9.8 in/25 cm.'xDrive through water no faster than walking
speed, up to 3 mph/5 km/h.
Safety
information
NOTE
When driving too quickly through too deep waj
ter, water can enter into the engine compartj ment, the electrical system or the transmission.There is a risk of damage to property. When
driving through water, do not exceed the maxij mum indicated water level and the maximum
speed for driving through water.
Braking
safely
General
information The vehicle is equipped with ABS as a standard
feature.
Perform an emergency stop in situations that rej
quire such.
Steering is still responsive. You can still avoid any
obstacles with a minimum of steering effort.
Pulsation of the brake pedal and sounds from the
hydraulic circuits indicate that ABS is in its active mode.
In certain braking situations, the perforated brake discs can emit functional noises. Functional noises have no effect on the performance andoperational reliability of the brake.
Objects
in
the
movement
area
around
pedals
and
floor
area
WARNING
Objects in the driver's floor area can limit the pedal distance or block a depressed pedal.
There is a risk of an accident. Stow objects in
the vehicle such that they are secured and canj not enter into the driver's floor area. Use floor
mats that are suitable for the vehicle and can
be safely attached to the floor. Do not use
loose floor mats and do not layer several floor mats. Make sure that there is sufficient clearjance for the pedals. Ensure that the floor matsare securely fastened again after they were rejmoved, for instance for cleaning.
Driving
in
wet
conditions
When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain, genj
tly press the brake pedal every few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic.
The heat generated during braking dries brake discs and brake pads and protects them againstcorrosion.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills
General
information
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the gear
that requires least braking effort. Otherwise, the brakes may overheat and reduce brake effijciency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
needed.
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Safety
information
WARNING
Light but consistent brake pressure can lead to
high temperatures, brakes wearing out and possibly even brake failure. There is a risk of anaccident. Avoid placing excessive stress on the
brake system.
WARNING
In idle state or with the engine switched off, safety-relevant functions, for instance engine
braking effect, braking force boost and steering
assistance, are restricted or not available at all.
There is a risk of an accident. Do not drive in
idle state or with the engine switched off.
Brake
disc
corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination
on the brake pads are increased by the following
circumstances:
'xLow mileage.'xExtended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.'xInfrequent use of the brakes.'xAggressive, acidic, or alkaline cleaning
agents.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause a pulsating effect on the brakes in their response -
generally this cannot be corrected.
Condensation
water
under
the
parked
vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, conj
densation water develops and collects underj
neath the vehicle.
Driving
on
racetracks
Higher mechanical and thermal loads during
racetrack operation lead to increased wear. This
wear is not covered by the warranty. The vehicle
is not designed for use in motor sports competij tion.
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features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
Safety
information
WARNING
High gross weight can overheat the tires, damj age them internally and cause a sudden drop intire inflation pressure. Driving characteristicsmay be negatively impacted, reducing lane staj
bility, lengthening the braking distances and
changing the steering response. There is a risk
of an accident. Pay attention to the permitted
load capacity of the tires and never exceed the
permitted gross weight.
WARNING
Loose objects or devices with a cable connecj tion to the vehicle, for instance mobile phones,
can be thrown into the car's interior while drivj
ing, for instance in the event of an accident or
during braking and evasive maneuvers. There is
a risk of injury. Secure loose objects or devices
with a cable connection to the vehicle in the
car's interior.
WARNING
Improperly stowed objects can shift and be thrown into the car's interior, for instance in the
event of an accident or during braking and evaj
sive maneuvers. Vehicle occupants can be hit
and injured. There is a risk of injury. Stow and secure objects and cargo properly.
NOTE
Fluids in the cargo area can cause damage.
There is a risk of damage to property. Make
sure that no fluids leak in the cargo area.
Steps
for
Determining
Correct
Load
Limit
1.Locate the statement vThe combined weight
of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.w on your vehicless placard.2.Determine the combined weight of the driver
and passengers that will be riding in your vej
hicle.3.Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.4.The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if the vXXXw amount equals
1,400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb pasj
sengers in your vehicle, the amount of availaj ble cargo and luggage load capacity is
650 lbs. (1,400m750 (5 x 150)  650 lbs.)5.Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That
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cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in
Step 4.6.If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transferred to your vej
hicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggageload capacity of your vehicle.
Load
The maximum load is the sum of the weight ofthe occupants and the cargo.
The greater the weight of the occupants, the less cargo that can be transported.
Stowing
and
securingcargo
'xCover sharp edges and corners on the cargo.'xHeavy cargo: stow as far forward as possible,directly behind and at the bottom of the rear
passenger seat backrests.'xVery heavy cargo: when the rear seat is not
occupied, secure each of the outer safety
belts in the opposite buckle.'xSmaller and lighter cargo: secure with ratchet
straps or with a cargo net or draw straps.'xLarger and heavy cargo: secure with cargo
straps.Lashing
eyes
in
the
cargo
area
There are four lashing eyes in the cargo area for
securing cargo.
Attach load securing aids, such as lashing straps,
retaining straps, draw straps or cargo nets, to the lashing eyes in the cargo area.
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Saving
fuelVehicle
features
andoptions
This chapter describes all standard, country-spejcific and optional features offered with the series. It also describes features that are not necessarilyavailable in your vehicle, e. g., due to the selectedoptions or country versions. This also applies to
safety-related functions and systems. When usj
ing these functions and systems, the applicable laws and regulations must be observed.
General
information
The vehicle contains advanced technologies for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emission values.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of difj ferent factors.
Carrying out certain measures, such as a moderj
ate driving style and regular maintenance, can inj fluence fuel consumption and the environmental
impact.
Remove
unnecessary cargo
Additional weight increases fuel consumption.
Remove
attached
parts following
use
Attached parts on the vehicle impair the aerodyj
namics and increase the fuel consumption.
Closing
the
windows
Open windows increase air resistance and therej fore lead to greater fuel consumption.
Tires
General
information Tires can affect fuel consumption in various
ways, for instance tire size may influence fuel
consumption.
Check
the
tire
inflation
pressure
regularly
Check and, if needed, correct the tire inflationpressure at least twice a month and before startj
ing on a long trip.
Low tire inflation pressure increases rolling rej
sistance and thus raises fuel consumption and
tire wear.
Drive
away
immediately
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while the
vehicle remains stationary. Start driving right
away, but at moderate engine speeds.
This is the quickest way of warming the cold enj
gine up to operating temperature.
Look
well
ahead
whendriving
Driving smoothly and proactively reduces fuel consumption.
Avoid unnecessary acceleration and braking.
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By maintaining a suitable distance to the vehicledriving ahead of you.
Avoid
high
engine
speeds
Driving at low engine speeds lowers fuel conj
sumption and reduces wear.
If necessary, observe the vehicle's gear shift indij cator, refer to page 126.
Use
coasting
When approaching a red light, take your foot off the accelerator and let the vehicle coast to a halt.
For going downhill take your foot off the accelerj
ator and let the vehicle roll.
The flow of fuel is interrupted while coasting.
Switch
off
the
engineduring
longer
stops
Switching
off
the
engine
Switch off the engine during longer stops, for inj stance at traffic lights, railroad crossings or in
traffic congestion.
Auto
Start/Stop
functionThe Auto Start/Stop function of the vehicle autoj
matically switches off the engine during a stop.
If the engine is switched off and then restarted
rather than leaving the engine running conj
stantly, fuel consumption and emissions are rej
duced. Savings can begin within a few seconds
of switching off the engine.
In addition, fuel consumption is also determined
by other factors, such as driving style, road conj
ditions, maintenance or environmental factors.
Switch
off
any
functions
that
are
not
currentlyneeded
Functions such as seat heating and the rear winj
dow defroster require a lot of energy and reduce
the range, especially in city and stop-and-go trafj fic.
Switch off these functions if they are not needed. The ECO PRO driving mode supports the enj
ergy conserving use of comfort features. These functions are automatically deactivated partially
or completely.
Have
maintenance
carried out
Have the vehicle maintained regularly to achieveoptimal vehicle efficiency and service life. BMW
recommends that maintenance work be perj
formed by a BMW dealerss service center.
For information on the BMW Maintenance Sysjtem, refer to page 270.
ECO
PRO
Concept ECO PRO supports a driving style that saves onfuel consumption. For this purpose, the enginecontrol and comfort features, for instance the clijmate control output, are adjusted.
Under certain conditions the engine is automatij
cally decoupled from the transmission in the D selector lever position. The vehicle continues
traveling with the engine idling to reduce fuel
consumption. The D selector lever position rej mains engaged.
In addition, context-sensitive instructions are disj
played to assist with an optimized fuel consumpj tion driving style.
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The achieved extended range is displayed in theinstrument cluster as bonus range.
General
information The system includes the following
EfficientDynamics functions and displays:'xECO PRO bonus range, refer to page 231.'xECO PRO tip, driving tip, refer to page 231.'xECO PRO climate control, refer to page 230.'xCoasting driving condition, refer to page 232.
Overview
Driving Dynamics Control
Activating
ECO
PRO Press button repeatedly until ECO PRO
is displayed in the instrument cluster.
Configuring
ECO
PRO
Via
the
Driving
Dynamics
Control
1.Activate ECO PRO.2. "Configure ECO PRO"
Via
iDrive
1."Settings"2.If necessary, "Driving mode"3. "Configure ECO PRO"
ECO
PRO
limit
'x"ECO PRO speed warning":An ECO PRO tip is displayed if the speed of
the set ECO PRO limit is exceeded.'x"Tip at:":
Set the desired ECO PRO speed.
ECO
PRO
climate
control
To activate ECO PRO climate control:
"ECO PRO climate control"
Climate control is set to be fuel-efficient. That is, it is possible to deviate slightly from the
set temperature or to heat or cool the car's intej
rior more slowly, to economize on fuel consumpj tion.
The mirror heating is made available when exterj nal temperatures are very cold.
Coasting
To activate coasting:
"Coasting"
Fuel-efficiency can be optimized by disengaging
the engine and coasting with the engine idling.
Deactivate the function to use the braking effectof the engine when traveling downhill.
ECO
PRO
potential
savings
Shows potential savings with the current settings
in percentages.
Display
in
the
instrument
cluster Display
in
the
instrument
display
When ECO PRO driving mode is activated, the
display switches to a special configuration.
Some of the displays may differ from the display
in the instrument cluster.
Blue bar segments symbolize the gained bonus
range in stages.
In addition, the bonus range is highlighted in blue in the total range display.
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