BMW 6 SERIES CONVERTIBLE 2018 Owners Manual

ice center or repair shop. Records of regular
maintenance and repair work should be retained.
Socket
for
OBD
Onboard Diagnosis
General
information
Devices connected at the OBD socket trigger
the alarm system when the vehicle is locked. Rej move any devices connected at the OBD socket
before locking the vehicle.
Safety
information
NOTE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an intrij
cate component intended to be used in conj
junction with specialized equipment to check
the vehicless primary emissions system. Imj
proper use of the socket for Onboard Diagnoj
sis, or contact with the socket for Onboard Dij
agnosis for other than its intended purpose,
can cause vehicle malfunctions and creates
risks of personal and property damage. Given
the foregoing, the manufacture of your vehicle
strongly recommends that access to the socket
for Onboard Diagnosis be limited to a dealer's
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop or other persons that have
the specialized training and equipment for purj
poses of properly utilizing the socket for Onj
board Diagnosis.
Position
There is an OBD socket on the driver's side for checking the primary components in the vehij
cle's emissions.
Emissions
'xThe warning light lights up:
Emissions are deteriorating. Have the vehicle checked as soon as possible.'xThe warning light flashes under certain cirj
cumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive misfiring in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sysj
tem checked immediately; otherwise, serious
engine misfiring within a brief period can serij
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Replacing
componentsVehicle
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.
Onboard
vehicle
tool
kit
The onboard vehicle tool kit is located under the
cargo floor panel.
Wiper
blades
Safety
information
NOTE
The window may sustain damage if the wiper
falls onto it without the wiper blade installed.
There is a risk of damage to property. Hold the wiper firmly when changing the wiper blade. Do
not fold or switch on the wiper without a wiper blade installed.
Replacing
the
front
wiper
blades1.To change the wiper blades, fold up the wiper
arms, refer to page 106.2.Fold up the wipers.3.Position the wiper blade in a horizontal posij
tion.4.Remove the wiper blade toward one side.5.Insert the new wiper blade in reverse order of
removal until it locks in place.6.Fold down the wipers.
Light/bulb
replacement
General
information
Lights
and
bulbs
Lights and bulbs make an essential contribution
to vehicle safety.
The vehicle manufacturer recommends that you have the relevant work carried out a dealerss
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service center or another qualified service centeror repair shop.
A spare light box is available from a dealerss servj
ice center or another qualified service center or
repair shop.
Follow the safety information, refer to page 273.
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs) Some items of equipment use light-emitting dijodes installed behind a cover as a light source.
These light-emitting diodes are related to conj
ventional lasers and are officially designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Follow the safety information, refer to page 273.
Safety
information Lights
and
bulbs
WARNING
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Contact
with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a risk
of injury. Only change bulbs after they have
cooled off.
WARNING
Work on switched-on lighting systems can cause short circuits. There is a risk of injury or
risk of damage to property. When working on
the lighting system, switch off the lights in
question. If necessary, heed the bulb manufacj
turer's instructions.
NOTE
Dirty bulbs have a reduced service life. There is
a risk of damage to property. Do not hold new
bulbs with your bare hands. Use a clean cloth
or something similar, or hold the bulb by its
base.
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs)
WARNING
Intensive brightness can irritate or damage the retina of the eye. There is a risk of injury. Do not
look directly into the headlights or other light
sources. Do not remove the LED covers.
Headlight
glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the exj
ternal lights in cool or humid weather. When drivj ing with the lights switched on, the condensationevaporates after a short time. The headlightglass does not need to be changed.
If despite driving with the headlights switched on, increasing humidity forms, for instance water
droplets in the light, have the headlights checked.
Headlight
settingThe headlight adjustments can be affected by
changing lights and bulbs. After the headlight adj
justment was changed, have it checked and, if
necessary, corrected by a dealerss service center
or another qualified service center or repair shop.
Front
lights,
bulb
replacement
LED
headlights
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3Parking light, daytime running lights4Turn signal5Side marker lights
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs)
All front lights and side turn signals are designed
with LED technology.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss
service center or another qualified service center or repair shop.
LED
front
fog
lights
These front fog lights are made using LED techj nology. In the case of a malfunction, contact a
dealerss service center or another qualified servj
ice center or repair shop.
Turn
signal
in
exterior
mirror
The turn signals in the exterior mirrors feature
LED technology. In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss service center or anotherqualified service center or repair shop.
Tail
lights,
bulb
replacement
Overview
1Turn signal/brake light2Reversing light3Inside brake light4Rear light5Outside brake light6Rear reflectorTurn
signal,
outer
brake,
tail,
and
license
plate
lights
Follow the safety information, refer to page 273.
These lights feature LED technology.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss service center or another qualified service centeror repair shop.
Lights
in
the
tailgate
Access
to
the
lights
If necessary, remove the fasteners using the screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit and
fold away the cover.
Inside
brake
light
Follow the safety information, refer to page 273.
24-watt bulb, HP24W.
1.Squeeze the bulb holder and pull it out.2.Pull off the connector.3.Replace the bulb.4.Mount the bulb holder and the cover of the
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Reversing
light
Follow the safety information, refer to page 273.
16-watt bulb, W16W.1.Unscrew the bulb holder counterclockwise.2.Pull out the bulb and replace it.3.Mount the bulb holder and the cover of the
tailgate in reverse order.
Vehicle
battery
Maintenance
The battery is maintenance-free.
The added amount of acid is sufficient for the
service life of the battery.
More information about the battery can be rej
quested from a dealerss service center or another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing
the
vehicle
battery
General
information The manufacturer of your vehicle recommends
that you have a dealerss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop register
the vehicle battery to the vehicle after the battery
has been replaced. Once the battery has been
registered again, all comfort features will be availj
able without restriction and any Check Control
messages displayed which relate to comfort feaj
tures will disappear.
Safety
information
NOTE
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible can damage vehicle systems and impair vehicle
functions. There is a risk of personal and propj
erty damage. Only vehicle batteries that are
compatible with your vehicle type should be inj
stalled in your vehicle. Information on compatij ble vehicle batteries is available at your dealerss
service center.
Charging
the
battery
General
informationMake sure that the battery is always sufficiently
charged to guarantee that the battery remains
usable for its full service life.
A discharged battery is indicated by a red
indicator light.
The battery may need to be charged in the folj
lowing cases:
'xWhen making frequent short-distance drives.'xIf the vehicle is not used for more than a
month.
Safety
information
NOTE
Battery chargers for the vehicle battery can
work with high voltages and currents, which
means that the 12 volt on-board network can be overloaded or damaged. There is a risk of
damage to property. Only connect battery
chargers for the vehicle battery to the starting
aid terminals in the engine compartment.
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Starting
aid
terminals
In the vehicle, only charge the battery via the
starting aid terminals, refer to page 280, in the
engine compartment with the engine off.
Power
failureAfter a power loss, some equipment needs to be
newly initialized or individual settings updated, for
example:'xSeat, mirror, and steering wheel memory: store the positions again.'xTime: update.'xDate: update.
Disposing
of
old
batteries
Have old batteries disposed of by a dealjerss service center or another qualifiedservice center or repair shop or take
them to a collection point.
Maintain the battery in an upright position for
transport and storage. Secure the battery so that
it does not tip over during transport.
Fuses
General
information
The fuses are located in two different places in
the vehicle.
Information on the fuse types and locations, as
well as the positions of any other fuse boxes, is
found on a separate sheet in the fuse box in the
cargo area.
Safety
information
WARNING
Incorrect and repaired fuses can overload elecj
trical lines and components. There is a risk of
fire. Never attempt to repair a blown fuse. Do not replace a nonworking fuse with a substituteof another color or amperage rating.
In
the
glove
compartment
Push the handle to the side, arrow 1, and open
the lid, arrow 2.
In
the
cargo
area
Open the cover on the right side trim, arrow.
The fuse box is located behind the sound insulaj
tion.
Information on the fuse types and locations is found on a separate sheet on the bottom of thefuse box.
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Replacing
fusesThe vehicle manufacturer recommends that youhave a dealer's service center or another qualij
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Breakdown
assistanceVehicle
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.
Hazard
warning
flashers
The button is located in the center console.
The red light in the button flashes when the hazj ard warning flashers are activated.
Intelligent
emergency
call
Concept
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Rej
quest can be triggered automatically by the sysj
tem or manually.
Intelligent emergency call establishes a connecj tion with the BMW Response Center.
General
information
Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request
cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable condij
tions.
Overview
SOS button at the interior mirror
Functional
requirements
'xThe Assist system is functional.'xThe ignition is switched on.'xIf the vehicle is equipped with intelligentemergency call: the SIM card integrated in
the vehicle has been activated.
Automatic
triggering
Under certain conditions, for instance if the airjbags trigger, an Emergency Request is automatijcally initiated immediately after an accident ofcorresponding severity. Automatic Collision Notij
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS butj ton.
Manual
triggering
1.Touch the cover.2.Press and hold the SOS button until the LED
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'xThe LED is illuminated green when an Emerj
gency Request has been initiated.
If a cancel prompt appears on the Control Display, the Emergency Request can be
aborted.
If the situation allows, wait in your vehicle until the voice connection has been established.'xThe LED flashes green when a connection to
the BMW Response Center has been estabj
lished.
The BMW Response Center then makes contact with you and takes further steps to
help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the BMW Response Center can take further steps tohelp you under certain circumstances.
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW Rej
sponse Center which serves to determine the
necessary rescue measures. E.g., the current
position of the vehicle, if it can be established.
Even if you can no longer hear the BMW Rej
sponse Center through the loudspeakers, the
BMW Response Center may still be able to
hear you.
The BMW Response Center ends the Emerj
gency Request.
Roadside
Assistance
Service
availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around the
clock in many countries. You can obtain assisj
tance there in the event of a vehicle breakdown.
Roadside
Assistance
The Roadside Assistance phone number can be viewed via iDrive or a connection to RoadsideAssistance can be established directly.
Warning
triangle
The warning triangle is located under a cover onthe left side of the cargo area.
Press against the lower edge of the cover and
remove the cover.
First-aid
kit
General
information Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents reguj larly and replace any expired items promptly.
Storage
The first-aid kit is located in the insert in the rear
seat backrest.
Removing
1.Pull the release in the direction of the arrow,
and remove the insert from the front. If necj
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2.Remove the first-aid kit.
Replacing
the
insertInsert the two tabs into the bar at the bottom and
push the insert back into place until it engages.
Ensure that the rear seat backrest upholstery isnot damaged.
Jump-starting
General
information If the battery is discharged, the engine can bestarted using the battery of another vehicle and
two jumper cables. Only use jumper cables with fully insulated clamp handles.
Safety
information
DANGER
Contact with live components can lead to an electric shock. There is a risk of injuries or danj
ger to life. Do not touch any components that
are under voltage.
WARNING
If the jumper cables are connected in the incorj
rect order, sparking may occur. There is a risk
of injury. Pay attention to the correct order durj
ing connection.
NOTE
In the case of body contact between the two vehicles, a short circuit can occur during jump- starting. There is a risk of damage to property.
Make sure that no body contact occurs.
Preparation
1.Check whether the battery of the other vehij
cle has a voltage of 12 volts. The voltage inj
formation can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehicle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power conj
sumers in both vehicles.
Starting
aid
terminals
The starting aid terminal in the engine compartj
ment acts as the battery's positive terminal.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the batj
tery negative terminal.
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