BMW 6 SERIES COUPE 2017 Owners Manual

service center or repair shop. Records of reguj
lar maintenance and repair work should be rej
tained.
Socket
for
OBD
Onboard
Diagnosis
Safety
information NOTE
The socket for Onboard Diagnosis is an
intricate component intended to be used in
conjunction with specialized equipment to check the vehicless primary emissions system.Improper use of the socket for Onboard Diagjnosis, or contact with the socket for Onboard
Diagnosis 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 center or repair shop or other persons
that have the specialized training and equipj
ment for purposes of properly utilizing the
socket for Onboard Diagnosis.'

Replacing
componentsVehicle
features
and
optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using 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
blade
replacement Safety
information NOTE
If the wiper arm falls onto the windshield
without the wiper blades installed, the windj shield can be damaged. There is a risk of propjerty damage. Secure the wiper arm when rejplacing the wiper blades and do not fold downthe wipers without the wiper blades installed.'

erss service center or another qualified servicecenter or repair shop.
A spare light box is available from a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
Observe the safety information, refer to page 233.
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs) Some items of equipment use light-emitting
diodes installed behind a cover as a light
source. These light-emitting diodes, which are
related to conventional lasers, are officially
designated as Class 1 light-emitting diodes.
Observe the safety information, refer to
page 233.
Safety
information
Lights
and
bulbs WARNING
Bulbs can get hot during operation. Conj
tact with the bulbs can cause burns. There is a
risk of injury. Only change bulbs after they
have cooled off.'

Front
lights,
bulb
replacement
LED
headlights Overview1Corner-illuminating lights2Low beams/high beams3Parking lamp, daytime running lights4Turn signal5Side marker lights
Light-emitting
diodes
(LEDs)
All front lamps and side turn signals are dej signed with LED technology.
In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerss
service center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
LED
front
fog
lights
These front fog lights are made using LED technology. In the case of a malfunction, conj
tact a dealerss service center or another qualij fied service 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 another
qualified service center or repair shop.
Tail
lamps,
bulb
replacement
Overview1Turn signal/brake lamp2Reversing lamp3Inside brake lamp4Rear lamp5Outside brake lamp6Rear reflector
Turn
signal,
outer
brake,
tail,
and
license
plate
lights
Observe the safety information, refer topage 233.
These lights feature LED technology. In the case of a malfunction, contact a dealerssservice center or another qualified service cenj
ter or repair shop.
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Lights
in
the
tailgateAccess
to
the
lights
If necessary, remove the fasteners using the
screwdriver from the onboard vehicle tool kit and fold away the cover.
Inside
brake
lamp
Observe the safety information, refer to page 233.
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
tailgate in reverse order.
Reversing
lamp
Observe the safety information, refer to page 233.
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 anjother qualified service center or repair shop.
Replacing
the
vehicle
battery
General
information
After a battery replacement, the manufacturer
of your vehicle recommends that the vehicle
battery be registered on the vehicle by a dealj
erss service center or another qualified service center or repair shop to ensure that all comfortfeatures are fully available and that any Check
Control messages of these comfort features
are no longer displayed.
Safety
information NOTE
Vehicle batteries that are not compatible
can damage vehicle systems and impair vehij
cle functions. There is a risk of personal and
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property damage. Only vehicle batteries thatare compatible with your vehicle type should
be installed in your vehicle. Information on
compatible vehicle batteries is available at your
dealerss service center.'

In
the
glove
compartment
Push the handle up, 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 insujlation.
Information on the fuse types and locations is
found on a separate sheet on the bottom of the
fuse box.
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Breakdown
assistanceVehicle
features
and
options
This chapter describes all standard, country- specific and optional features offered with theseries. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your vehicle, e. g., due
to the selected options or country versions.
This also applies to safety-related functions
and systems. When using 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
hazard warning flashers are activated.
Intelligent
emergency
call
Concept
In case of an emergency, an Emergency Rej
quest can be made through the system.
General
information Only press the SOS button in an emergency.
For technical reasons, the Emergency Request cannot be guaranteed under unfavorable conj
ditions.
Overview
SOS button in the roofliner
Functional
requirements
'yThe SIM card integrated in the vehicle hasbeen activated.'yThe radio-ready state is switched on.'yThe Assist system is functional.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, such as if the airbags
trigger, an Emergency Request is automatij
cally initiated immediately after a severe accij
dent. Automatic Collision Notification is not afj
fected by pressing the SOS button.
Initiating
an
Emergency
Request
manually
1.Press the cover briefly to open it.2.Press the SOS button until the LED at the button lights up green.'yThe LED flashes green when a connectionto the BMW Response Center has been
established.
If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW Response Center cannot be heard on the
hands-free system, the hands-free system
may possibly be malfunctioning. However,
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When the Emergency Request is received
at the BMW Response Center, the BMW
Response Center contacts you and takes
further steps to help you.
Even if you are unable to respond, the
BMW Response Center can take further steps to help you under certain circumj
stances.
For this, data is transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serves to deterj
mine the necessary rescue measures. E.g., the current position of the vehicle, if it canbe established.
Roadside
Assistance
Service
availability Roadside Assistance can be reached aroundthe clock in many countries. You can obtain asj
sistance there in the event of a vehicle breakj
down.
Roadside
Assistance The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed via iDrive or a connection to Roadj
side Assistance can be established directly.
Warning
triangle
The warning triangle is located on the inside of the tailgate.
To remove, loosen the bracket.
First-aid
kit
General
information
Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contentsregularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
Storage
The first-aid kit is located in the insert in the rear seat backrest.
Removing1.Pull the release in the direction of the arj
row, and remove the insert from the front. If
necessary, when pulling the release, press
against the insert.2.Remove the first-aid kit.
Replacing
the
insert
Insert the two tabs into the bar at the bottom
and push the insert back into place until it enj
gages.
Ensure that the rear seat backrest upholstery
is not damaged.
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Jump-starting
General
information If the battery is discharged, the engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle and two jumper cables. Only use jumper caj
bles 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 danger to life. Do not touch any componentsthat are under voltage.'