BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE 2018 Owners Manual

Storing
tires
Air
pressure
Do not exceed the maximum tire inflation presj
sure indicated on the side wall of the tire.
Storage Store wheels and tires in a cool, dry and dark
place.
Always protect tires against all contact with oil,
grease, and solvents.
Do not leave tires in plastic bags.
Remove dirt from wheels or tires.
Run-flat
tires
Concept
Run-flat tires permit continued driving under rej
stricted conditions even in the event of a comj plete loss of tire inflation pressure.
General
informationThe wheels consist of tires that are self-supportj
ing, to a limited degree, and possibly special
rims.
The support of the sidewall allows the tire to rej
main drivable to a restricted degree in the event
of a tire inflation pressure loss.
Follow the instructions for continued driving with
a flat tire.
Safety
information
WARNING
Your vehicle handles differently with a run-flat
with no or low inflation pressure; for instance, your lane stability when braking is reduced,braking distances are longer and the self-steerj
ing properties will change. There is a risk of an
accident.
Drive moderately and do not exceed a speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
Label
The tires are marked on the tire sidewall with
RSC Run-flat System Component.
Repairing
a
flat
tire
Safety
measures
'xPark the vehicle as far away as possible from
passing traffic and on solid ground.'xSwitch on the hazard warning system.'xSecure the vehicle against rolling away by
setting the parking brake.'xTurn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock.'xHave all vehicle occupants get out of the vej
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the immediate area in a safe place, such as bej
hind a guardrail.'xIf necessary, set up a warning triangle at an
appropriate distance.
Mobility
System
Concept
With the Mobility System, minor tire damage can be sealed temporarily to enable continued travel.
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To accomplish this, sealant is pumped into thetires, which seals the damage from the inside.
General
information'xFollow the instructions on using the Mobility
System found on the compressor and sealant container.'xUse of the Mobility System may be ineffecj
tive if the tire puncture measures approx.
1/8 inches/4 mm or more.'xContact a dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop if thetire cannot be made drivable.'xIf possible, do not remove foreign bodies thathave penetrated the tire. Only remove foreignobjects if they are visibly protruding from the
tire.'xPull the speed limit sticker off the sealant
container and apply it to the steering wheel.'xThe use of a sealant can damage the TPM wheel electronics. In this case, have the TPMwheel electronics replaced at the next opporjtunity.'xThe compressor can be used to check the
tire inflation pressure.
Storage
The Mobility System is located under the cargo floor panel.
Sealant
container
'xSealant container, arrow 1.'xFilling hose, arrow 2.Observe use-by date on the sealant container.
Compressor1Holder for sealant container2Compressor3Connector/cable for socket4Connection hose5On/off switch6Inflation pressure dial7Reduce inflation pressure
Safety
measures
'xPark the vehicle as far away as possible from
passing traffic and on solid ground.'xSwitch on the hazard warning system.'xSecure the vehicle against rolling away by
setting the parking brake.'xTurn the steering wheel until the front wheels are in the straight-ahead position and engage
the steering wheel lock.'xHave all vehicle occupants get out of the vej
hicle and ensure that they remain outside the immediate area in a safe place, such as bej
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Filling
the
tire
with
sealant
Safety
information
DANGER
If the exhaust pipe is blocked or ventilation is inj
sufficient, harmful exhaust gases can enter into the vehicle. The exhaust gases contain pollujtants which are colorless and odorless. In enj
closed areas, exhaust gases can also accumuj
late outside of the vehicle. There is danger to
life. Keep the exhaust pipe free and ensure sufj
ficient ventilation.
NOTE
The compressor can overheat during extended operation. There is a risk of damage to propj
erty. Do not run the compressor for more than
10 minutes.
Filling
1.Shake the sealant container.2.Pull the connection hose fully out of the comj pressor housing. Do not kink the hose.3.Screw the connection hose onto the connecj
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5.Remove the valve cap from the tire valve and
screw the filling hose of the sealant container
onto the tire valve of the nonworking wheel.6.With the compressor switched off, insert the
plug into the power socket inside the vehicle.7.With the ignition switched on or the engine running, switch on the compressor.
Let the compressor run for max. 10 minutes to fill
the tire with sealant and achieve a tire inflation pressure of approx. 2.5 bar.
While the tire is being filled with sealant, the tire
inflation pressure may sporadically reach approx.
5 bar. Do not switch off the compressor at this point.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar is not reached:1.Switch off the compressor.2.Pull the connector out of the power socketinside the vehicle.3.Unscrew the filling hose from the tire valve.4.Drive 33 ft/10 m forward and back to distribjute the sealant in the tire.5.Inflate the tire again using the compressor.
If a tire inflation pressure of 2 bar cannot be reached, contact your dealerss service center
or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Stowing
the
Mobility
System
1.Unscrew the filling hose of the sealant conjtainer from the tire valve.2.Pull the compressor connector out of the
socket inside the vehicle.3.Unscrew the connection hose of the comj pressor from the sealant container.4.Connect the filling hose of the sealant conj
tainer previously connected to the tire valve
with the available connector on the sealant
container.
This prevents leftover sealant escaping from the sealant container.5.Wrap and store the sealant container in suitaj
ble material to avoid dirtying the cargo area.6.Stow the Mobility System back in the cargo
area.
Distributing
the
sealant
Immediately drive approx. 5 miles/10 km to enj sure that the sealant is evenly distributed in thetire.
Do not exceed the permissible maximum speed of 50 mph/80 km/h.
If possible, do not drive at speeds less than 12 mph/20 km/h.
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Correcting
the
tire
inflation
pressure1.Stop at a suitable location.2.Screw the connection hose of the compresj
sor directly onto the tire valve stem.3.Insert the connector into the power socket inj
side the vehicle.4.Correct the tire inflation pressure to 2.5 bar.'xIncrease tire inflation pressure: with the igj nition switched on or the engine running,
switch on the compressor.'xReduce tire inflation pressure: press the
button on the compressor.
Continuing
the
trip
Do not exceed the maximum permissible speedof 50 mph/80 km/h.
Reinitialize the run-flat tires.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.
Replace the nonworking tire and the sealant conj
tainer of the Mobility System at the next opportuj
nity.
Snow
chains
Safety
information
WARNING
With the mounting of snow chains on unsuitaj
ble tires, the snow chains can come into conj tact with vehicle parts. There is a risk of accijdents or risk of damage to property. Onlymount snow chains on tires that are designated
by their manufacturer as suitable for the use of
snow chains.
WARNING
Insufficiently tight snow chains may damage
tires and vehicle components. There is a risk of
accidents or risk of damage to property. Make sure that the snow chains are always suffijciently tight. Re-tighten as needed according to
the snow chain manufacturer's instructions.
Fine-link
snow
chains
The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
use of fine-link snow chains. Certain types of
fine-link snow chains have been tested by the
manufacturer of the vehicle and recommended
as road-safe and suitable.
Information regarding suitable snow chains is
available from a dealerss service center or anj
other qualified service center or repair shop.
Use
Use only in pairs on the rear wheels, equipped with the tires of the following size:
'x225/55 R 17.'x245/45 R 18.
Follow the snow chain manufacturer's instrucj tions.
Do not initialize the run-flat tires after mounting
snow chains, as doing so may result in incorrect readings.
Do not reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM afj ter mounting snow chains, as doing so may rej sult in incorrect readings.
When driving with snow chains, briefly activate
Dynamic Traction Control DTC, if needed.
Maximum
speed
with
snow
chains
Do not exceed a speed of 30 mph/50 km/h when
using snow chains.
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Snow
chain
detection
Concept
The snow chain detection feature assists the driver in determining whether snow chains have
been mounted. The detected state is automatij cally displayed on the Control Display.
General
information When using snow chains, settings should be
made via iDrive for the snow chains being apj
plied.
When snow chain mode is activated, the rear axle steering of the Integral Active Steering is dejactivated and activated automatically.
Activating
the
setting Via iDrive:1."Settings"2."Tire chains"3."Tire chains installed"
Automatic
detection If functioning properly:
'xSnow chains are mounted. Settings are notactivated
.
After you drive a short distance, a Check Control message is shown and the state is
activated automatically.
Confirm the automatic activation.
'xSnow chains are not mounted. Settings are activated
.
At speeds above 30 mph/50 km/h, a Check
Control message is displayed. Deactivate the status manually.
If not functioning properly:
'xSnow chains are mounted. Settings are notactivated
.
A Check Control message is not displayed.
The automatic detection system is malfuncj tioning. Activate the status manually.Activating/deactivating
rear
axle
steering
When snow chain mode is activated, the rear
axle steering of the Integral Active Steering is dej
activated automatically.
At speeds above the maximum permitted speed
with snow chains of 30 mph/50 km/h, the rear
axle steering is activated again automatically.
Changing
wheels/tires
General
informationWhen using run-flat tires or a flat tire kit, a wheeldoes not always need to be changed immedij
ately when there is a loss of tire inflation pressure due to a flat tire.
If needed, the tools for changing wheels are
available as accessories from a dealerss service
center or another qualified service center or rej
pair shop.
Safety
information
DANGER
The vehicle jack is only provided for short-term
lifting of the vehicle for wheel changes. Even if
all safety measures are observed, there is a risk of the raised vehicle falling, if the vehicle jack
tips over. There is a risk of injuries or danger to
life. If the vehicle is raised, do not lie under the
vehicle and do not start the engine.
DANGER
Supports such as wooden blocks under the vej
hicle jack reduce the capacity of the vehicle
jack to bear weight. They have the potential to
exert too much strain on the vehicle jack, causj
ing it to tip over and the vehicle to fall. There is
a risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not place
supports under the vehicle jack.
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WARNING
The jack, issued by the vehicle manufacturer, is
provided in order to perform a wheel change in
the event of a breakdown. The jack is not dej
signed for frequent use; for example, changing
from summer to winter tires. Using the jack frej
quently may cause it to become jammed or
damaged. There is a risk of injury and risk of
damage to property. Only use the jack to attach an emergency or spare wheel in the event of a
breakdown.
WARNING
On soft, uneven or slippery ground, for example snow, ice, tiles, etc., the vehicle jack can slip
away. There is a risk of injury. If possible,
change the wheel on a flat, solid, and slip-rej
sistant surface.
WARNING
The vehicle jack is optimized for lifting the vehij
cle and for the jacking points on the vehicle
only. There is a risk of injury. Do not lift any
other vehicle or cargo using the vehicle jack.
WARNING
If the vehicle jack is not inserted into the jacking point provided for this purpose, the vehicle may
be damaged or the vehicle jack may slip when it is being cranked up. There is a risk of injury or
risk of damage to property. When cranking up
the vehicle jack, ensure that it is inserted in the
jacking point next to the wheel housing.
WARNING
A vehicle that is raised on a vehicle jack may fall off of the jack if lateral forces are exerted on it.
There is a risk of injury and risk of damage to
property. While the vehicle is raised, do not exj
ert lateral forces on the vehicle or pull abruptly
on the vehicle. Have a stuck wheel removed by
a dealerss service center or another qualified
service center or repair shop.
Securing
the
vehicle
against
rolling
General
information
The vehicle manufacturer recommends to addij
tionally secure the vehicle against rolling away
when changing a wheel.
On
a
level
surface
Place chocks or other suitable objects, for examj ple a rock, in front of and behind the wheel that is
diagonally opposite to the wheel that you wish to change.
On
a
slight
downhill
gradient
If you need to change a wheel on a slight downj
hill grade, place chocks and other suitable obj
jects, for instance a rock, under the wheels of
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both the front and rear axles against the rolling
direction.
Lug
bolt
lock
Concept
The wheel lug bolts have a special coding. The lug bolts can only be released with the adapter
which matches the coding.
Overview The adapter of the lug bolt lock is in the onboard
vehicle tool kit or in a storage compartment close to the onboard vehicle tool kit.'xLug bolt, arrow 1.'xAdapter, arrow 2.
Unscrewing
1.Attach the adapter to the lug bolt.2.Unscrew the lug bolt.3.Remove the adapter after unscrewing the lug
bolt.
Screwing
on
1.Attach the adapter to the lug bolt. If necesj
sary, turn the adapter until it fits on the lug
bolt.2.Screw on the lug bolt. The tightening torque is 140 Nm.3.Remove the adapter and stow it after screwj
ing on the lug bolt.Preparing
the
vehicle'xPark the vehicle on solid and non-slip ground at a safe distance from traffic.'xSwitch on the hazard warning system.'xSet the parking brake.'xEngage a gear or move the selector lever toposition P.'xAs soon as permitted by the traffic flow, have
all vehicle occupants get out of the vehicle and ensure that they remain outside the imj
mediate area in a safe place, such as behind a
guardrail.'xDepending on the vehicle equipment, get
wheel change tools and, if necessary, the
emergency wheel from the vehicle.'xIf necessary, set up a warning triangle or portj able hazard warning light at an appropriatedistance.'xSecure the vehicle additionally against rolling.'xLoosen the lug bolts a half turn.
Jacking
points
for
the
vehicle
jack
The jacking points for the vehicle jack are loj cated at the indicated positions.
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Jacking
up
the
vehicle
WARNING
Hands and fingers can be jammed when using
the vehicle jack. There is a risk of injury. Comj
ply with the described hand position and do not change this position while using the vehicle
jack.
1.Hold the vehicle jack with one hand, arrow 1, and grasp the vehicle jack crank with your
other hand, arrow 2.2.Insert the vehicle jack into the rectangular rej cess of the jacking point closest to the wheel
to be changed.3.Extend the vehicle jack by turning the vehicle
jack crank or lever clockwise.4.Take your hand away from the vehicle jack as soon as the vehicle jack is under load andcontinue turning the vehicle jack crank orlever with one hand.5.Make sure that the vehicle jack foot standsvertically and at a right angle beneath the
jacking point.6.Make sure that the vehicle jack foot stands vertically and perpendicularly beneath the
jacking point after extending the vehicle jack.7.Crank up the vehicle jack until the entire surj face of the jack is in contact with the ground
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Mounting
a
wheel
Mount one emergency wheel only, as required.1.Unscrew the lug bolts.2.Remove the wheel.3.Put the new wheel or emergency wheel on and screw in at least two lug bolts in a crossjwise pattern until hand-tight.
If non-original light-alloy wheels of the vehicle
manufacturer are mounted, the accompanyj
ing lug bolts may have to be used as well.4.Hand-tighten the remaining lug bolts and
tighten all lug bolts well in a crosswise patj tern.5.Turn the vehicle jack crank counterclockwise
to retract the vehicle jack and lower the vehij
cle.6.Remove the vehicle jack and stow it securely.
After
the
wheel
change
1.Tighten the lug bolts crosswise. The tightenj
ing torque is 101 lb ft/140 Nm.2.Stow the nonworking wheel in the cargo area,
if necessary.
The nonworking wheel cannot be stored unj
der the cargo floor panel because of its size.3.Check tire inflation pressure at the next opj
portunity and correct as needed.4.Reinitialize the run-flat tires.
Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor TPM.5.Check to make sure the lug bolts are tight
with a calibrated torque wrench.6.Have the damaged tire replaced at the nearj est dealerss service center or another qualij
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