BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE 2018 Owners Manual

ECO
PRO
bonus
rangeA modified driving style helps you
extend your driving range.
This may be displayed as the boj
nus range in the instrument clusj
ter.
The bonus range is shown in the range display.
The bonus range is automatically reset every
time the vehicle is refueled.
ECO
PRO
efficiency
displayDisplay in the instrument clusterDisplay in the instrument display
A mark in the efficiency display informs about the current driving style.
Mark in the area of arrow 1: display of the energy
recovered by coasting or when braking.
Mark in the area of arrow 2: display when accelj erating.
Your driving style's efficiency is shown by the
bar's color:
'xBlue display: efficient driving style as long as the mark moves within the blue range.'xGray display: modify driving style, for instanceby backing off the accelerator pedal.
The display turns blue as soon as all conditionsfor driving with optimized fuel efficiency are met.
ECO
PRO
tip,
driving
tip The arrow indicates that your driving
style can be modified to be more fuel efj
ficient, for instance by backing off the acj
celerator.
Activating
the
ECO
PRO
efficiency
display
and
ECO
PRO
tips
The ECO PRO efficiency display and ECO PRO
tips in the instrument cluster appear when the
ECO PRO display is activated.
Activating the display via iDrive:
1."Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3."ECO PRO Info"
In the instrument display:
1."Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3."Driving mode view"
ECO
PRO
tip,
symbols An additional symbol and text instructions are
displayed.
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SymbolMeasureFor efficient driving back off the acj
celerator or delay accelerating to alj
low time to assess road conditions.Reduce speed to the selected ECO
PRO speed.Steptronic transmission: switch from
M/S to D and avoid manual shift inj
terventions.
Indications
on
the
Control
Display
Displaying
EfficientDynamics
infoInformation on fuel consumption and technologycan be displayed while driving.
Via iDrive:
1."Vehicle info"2."EfficientDynamics"
Displaying
fuel
consumption
history
The average fuel consumption can be displayed within an adjustable time frame.
Vertical bars show consumption for the selected
time frame.
Trip interruptions are represented below the bar on the time axis.
"Consumption history"
Adjusting
the
fuel
consumption
history
time
frame
1. Select the symbol.2.Adjust the time frame.
Resetting
fuel
consumption
history
1.Open "Options".2."Reset consumption history"Displaying
EfficientDynamics
info
The current efficiency can be displayed.
"EfficientDynamics info"
The following systems are displayed:
'xAuto Start/Stop function.'xEnergy recovery.'xClimate control output.'xCoasting.
Display
ECO
PRO
tips
"ECO PRO tips"
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
Coasting Concept
The function helps to conserve fuel.
To do this, under certain conditions the engine is
automatically decoupled from the transmission
when selector lever position D is set. The vehicle
continues traveling with the engine idling to rej
duce fuel consumption. Selector lever position D
remains engaged.
This driving condition is referred to as coasting.
As soon as you step on the brake or accelerator
pedal, the engine is automatically coupled again.
General
information Coasting is a component of the ECO PRO drivj
ing mode.
Coasting is automatically activated when ECO
PRO mode is called via the Driving Dynamics
Control.
The function is available in a certain speed range. A proactive driving style helps the driver to use
the function often and supports the fuel-conj
serving effect of coasting.
Functional
requirements
In ECO PRO mode, this function is available in a
speed range from approximately
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30 mph/50 km/h to 100 mph/160 km/h if the folj
lowing conditions are met:'xAccelerator pedal and brake pedal are not opj
erated.'xThe selector lever is in selector lever position D.'xEngine and transmission are at operatingtemperature.
Operation
via
shift
paddles
Concept
Depending on your vehicle's equipment, the
coasting mode can be influenced with the shift
paddles.
Activating/deactivating
coasting
via
shift paddles
1.Shift to the highest gear by pulling the rightshift paddle.2.To activate coasting mode, actuate the right
shift paddle again.
To deactivate, actuate the left shift paddle.
Display Display
in
the
instrument
cluster The mark in the efficiency display
below the tachometer is backlit in blue and is located at the zero
point. The tachometer shows the
idle speed.
The coasting point indicator is illuminated at the
zero point during coasting.
Display
in
the
instrument
display The mark in the efficiency displayis backlit in blue and is located at the zero point.
The coasting point indicator is ilj
luminated at the zero point during
coasting.
Indications
on
the
Control
Display
The coasting driving condition is displayed in
EfficientDynamics Info while this driving mode is active.
Color code blue, arrow 1, and symbol, arrow 2:
driving condition coasting.
Displaying
EfficientDynamics
info
1."Vehicle info"2."EfficientDynamics"3. "EfficientDynamics info"
Deactivating
the
function
manually The function can be deactivated in the ConfigureECO PRO menu, for instance to use the brakingeffect of the engine when traveling downhill.
Settings are stored for the profile currently used.
System
limits The function is not available if one of the followjing conditions applies:
'xDSC OFF or TRACTION activated.'xIf cruise control is activated.'xIf driving in the dynamic limit range.'xIf driving on steep uphill or downhill grades.'xIf the battery charge state is temporarily toolow.'xIf the vehicle electrical system is drawing exj
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MOBILITY
Refueling

236
Fuel

238
Wheels
and
tires

240
Engine
compartment

261
Engine
oil

264
Coolant

268
Maintenance

270
Replacing
components

272
Breakdown
assistance

278
Care

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RefuelingVehicle
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
Follow the fuel recommendation, refer to
page 238, prior to refueling.
Safety
information
NOTE
With a driving range of less than
30 miles/50 km the engine may no longer have
sufficient fuel. Engine functions are not enj
sured anymore. There is a risk of damage to
property. Refuel promptly.
Fuel
cap
Opening
1.Briefly press the rear edge of the fuel filler
flap.2.Turn the fuel cap counterclockwise.3.Place the fuel cap in the bracket attached to
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Closing
WARNING
The retaining strap of the fuel cap can be jamj
med and crushed during closing. The cap canj not be correctly closed. Fuel or fuel vapors can
escape. There is a risk of injury or risk of damj
age to property. Pay attention that the retaining
strap is not jammed or crushed when closing
the cap.
1.Fit the cap and turn it clockwise until you
clearly hear a click.2.Close the fuel filler flap.
Manually
unlocking
fuel
filler
flap
E.g., in the event of an electrical malfunction.
Have fuel filler flap unlocked by a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej
pair shop.
Follow
the
following
when refueling
General
information When refueling, insert the filler nozzle completelyinto the filler pipe. Lifting up the fuel pump nozzle
during refueling causes:
'xPremature switching off.'xReduced return of the fuel vapors.
The fuel tank is full when the filler nozzle clicks
off the first time.
Make sure that the fuel cap is closed properly afj ter refueling, otherwise the emissions warning
light may light up.
Follow safety regulations posted at the gas staj
tion.
Safety
information
NOTE
Fuels are toxic and aggressive. Overfilling of the fuel tank can damage the fuel system. Painted
surfaces may be damaged by contact with fuel.
Escaping fuel can harm the environment. There
is a risk of damage to property. Avoid overfilling.
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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.
Fuel
recommendation
General
information Depending on the region, many gas stations sellfuel that has been customized to winter orsummer conditions. Fuel that is available in winjter, for instance helps make a cold start easier.
Gasoline General
information
For the best fuel efficiency, the gasoline should
be sulfur-free or very low in sulfur content.
Fuels that are marked on the gas pump as conj
taining metal must not be used.
Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10 %,
i. e., E10, may be used for refueling.
Ethanol should meet the following quality stanj dards:
US: ASTM 4806mxx
CAN: CGSB-3.511mxx
xx: comply with the current standard in each
case.
Safety
information
NOTE
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuelj
ing with the wrong fuel. Furthermore, the cataj lytic converter is permanently damaged. There
is a risk of damage to property. Do not refuel or
add the following in the case of gasoline enj
gines:
'xLeaded gasoline.'xMetallic additives, for instance manganese
or iron.
Do not press the Start/Stop button after refuelj
ing with the wrong fuel. Contact a dealerss servj
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
NOTE
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel system and
the engine. There is a risk of damage to propj erty. Do not use fuels with a higher percentageof ethanol than recommended. Do not refuel
with fuels containing methanol, e.g. M5 to
M100.
NOTE
Fuel that does not comply with the minimum quality can compromise engine function or
cause engine damage. There is a risk of damj
age to property. Do not fill with fuel that does
not comply with the minimum quality.
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CAUTION
The use of poor-quality fuels may result in
harmful engine deposits or damage. Additionj
ally, problems relating to drivability, starting and stalling, especially under certain environmentalconditions such as high ambient temperature
and high altitude, may occur.
If drivability problems are encountered, we recj
ommend switching to a high quality gasoline
brand and a higher octane grade n AKI numj
ber n for a few tank fills. To avoid harmful enj
gine deposits, it is highly recommended to purj
chase gasoline from Top Tier retailers.
Failure to comply with these recommendations
may result in the need for unscheduled maintej
nance.
Recommended
fuel
grade
BMW recommends AKI 91.
Minimum
fuel
grade
BMW recommends AKI 89.
If you use gasoline with this minimum AKI Rating,
the engine may produce knocking sounds when
starting at high external temperatures. This has
no effect on the engine life.
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Wheels
and
tiresVehicle
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.
Tire
inflation
pressure
General
information The tire inflation pressure and tire characteristics
influence the following:
'xThe service life of the tires.'xRoad safety.'xDriving comfort.'xDriving dynamics.'xFuel consumption.
Safety
information
WARNING
A tire with too little or no tire inflation pressure
may heat up significantly and sustain damage.
This will have a negative impact on aspects of handling, such as steering and braking rej
sponse. There is a risk of an accident. Regularly
check the tire inflation pressure, and correct it as needed, for instance twice a month and bej
fore a long trip.
Tire
inflation
pressure
specifications
In
the
tire
inflation
pressure
table The tire inflation pressure table, refer to
page 241, contains all tire inflation pressure
specifications for the specified tire sizes at the
ambient temperature. The tire inflation pressure
values apply to tire sizes approved by the manuj
facturer of the vehicle for the vehicle type.
To identify the correct tire inflation pressure,
please note the following:'xTire sizes of your vehicle.'xMaximum permitted driving speed.
Checking
the
tire
inflation
pressure
General
information
Tires heat up while driving. The tire inflation
pressure increases with the tire temperature.
Tires have a natural, consistent loss of tire inflajtion pressure.
The displays of inflation devices may under-read
by up to 0.1 bar/2 psi.
Checking
using
tire
inflation
pressure
specifications
in
the
tire
inflation
pressure
table
The tire inflation pressure specifications in the tire inflation pressure table only relate to cold
tires or tires at the same temperature as the amj bient temperature.
Only check the tire inflation pressure levels when
the tires are cold, i.e.:
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