key BMW 4 SERIES CONVERTIBLE 2014 F33 Owner's Manual

Selecting the display1. Press button.2."Split screen"3.Move the controller until the split screen is
selected.4.Press the controller or select "Split screen
content".5.Select the desired menu item.
Programmable memory
buttons
General information
The iDrive functions can be stored on the pro‐
grammable memory buttons and called up di‐
rectly, e.g., radio stations, navigation destina‐
tions, phone numbers and menu entries.
Settings are stored for the profile currently in
use.
Without navigation system and
telephone
Only radio stations can be stored on the but‐
tons, refer to user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment, Communication.
Saving a function
1.Highlight the function via the iDrive.2. Press and hold the desired button,
until a signal sounds.Running a function
Press button.
The function will work immediately.
This means, e.g., that the number is dialed
when a phone number is selected.
Displaying the button assignment Touch buttons with bare fingers. Do not wear
gloves or use objects.
The key assignment is displayed at top edge of
screen.
Deleting the button assignments
1.Press buttons 1 and 8 simultaneously for
approx. five seconds.2."OK"
Deleting personal data in the
vehicle
The concept
Depending on the usage, the vehicle saves
personal data, such as stored radio stations.
These personal data can be permanently de‐
leted through iDrive.
General information
Depending on the equipment package, the fol‐
lowing data can be deleted:
▷Personal Profile settings.▷Stored radio stations.▷Stored Favorites buttons.Seite 24At a glanceiDrive24
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Opening and closingVehicle features and options
This chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
Remote control/key
General information The vehicle is supplied with two remote con‐
trols with integrated key.
Every remote control holds a replaceable bat‐
tery.
You may set the key functions depending on
the optional features and country-specific ver‐
sion. For Settings, refer to page 42.
The vehicle stores personal settings for every
remote control. Personal Profile, refer to
page 35.
The remote controls hold information on re‐
quired maintenance. Service data in the re‐
mote control, refer to page 204.
At a glance1Unlocking2Locking3Unlocking the trunk lid4Panic mode
Integrated key
Press button on the back of the remote con‐
trol, arrow 1, and pull out the key, arrow 2.
The integrated key fits the following locks:
▷Driver's door.
Replacing the battery
1.Remove integrated key from remote con‐
trol.2.Push in the catch with the key, arrow 1.3.Remove the cover of the battery compart‐
ment, arrow 2.4.Insert a battery of the same type with the
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Without remote control
From the outside Locking from the outside
Do not lock the vehicle from the outside
with people inside the car, as the vehicle can‐
not be unlocked from inside without special knowledge.◀
Remove the key before pulling the door
handle
Before pulling the outside door handle, remove
the key to avoid damaging the paintwork and
the key.◀
Unlock or lock the driver's door via the door
lock using the integrated key, refer to page 34.
The other doors must be unlocked or locked
from the inside.
Alarm system
The alarm system is not armed if the vehicle is
locked with the integrated key.
The alarm system is triggered when the door is
opened, if the vehicle was unlocked via the door lock.
In order to terminate this alarm, unlock vehicle
with the remote control or reel on the ignition,
if needed, through emergency detection of the
remote control, refer to page 35.
From the inside
Unlocking and locking
Pressing the central locking system button
locks or unlocks the vehicle with the doors
closed.
The vehicle is not secured against theft when
locking.
The fuel filler flap remains unlocked.
In the event of a severe accident, the vehicle is
automatically unlocked. The hazard warning
system and interior lights come on.
Unlocking and opening
▷Press the central locking system button to
unlock the doors together, and then pull
the door handle above the armrest.▷On the door to be opened, pull the door
handle twice: the first time unlocks the
door, the second time opens it. The other
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Trunk lidOpening
During opening, the trunk lid pivots back and
up.
Ensure that adequate clearance is available
before opening.
Opening from the outside▷Press button on the trunk lid.▷Press button on the remote con‐
trol for approx. 1 second.
As the case may be, the doors are also un‐
locked. Unlocking with the remote control,
refer to page 38.
The trunk lid is unlocked and can be swung
upward.
The trunk lid cannot be opened if the hardtop
is not fully opened or closed.
Opening from the inside With the vehicle is stationary, press
the button in the driver's footwell.
The trunk lid is unlocked and opens slightly.
Closing
Hints Keep the closing path clear
Make sure that the closing path of the
trunk lid is clear; otherwise, injuries may re‐
sult.◀
Do not place the remote control in the
cargo area
Take the remote control with you and do not
leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐
mote control is locked inside the vehicle when
the trunk lid is closed.◀
Closing
Recessed grips in the interior trim of the trunk
lid make it easier to pull down the lid.
The loading aid, refer to
page 160, can be operated us‐
ing the trunk lid buttons.
Locking separately The trunk lid can be locked separately with the
reel in the glove compartment. If the glove
compartment is locked, the trunk lid cannot be
opened.
▷Trunk lid secured, arrow 1.▷Trunk lid not secured, ar‐
row 2.
Slide the reel into the arrow 1 position. This
secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from
the central locking system.
This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked
using valet service. The infrared remote con‐
trol can be handed out without the key.
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Touch the surface on the door handle of the
driver's or front passenger door, arrow, with
your finger and hold it there without grasping
the door handle.
This corresponds to pressing and holding

the remote control button.
In addition to locking, the exterior mirrors fold
in.
Separately unlocking the trunk lid Press button on the exterior of the trunk lid.
This corresponds to pressing
the re‐
mote control button.
The situation of the doors does not change.
Do not place the remote control in the
cargo area
Take the remote control with you and do not
leave it in the cargo area; otherwise, the re‐
mote control is locked inside the vehicle when
the trunk lid is closed.◀
Malfunction
Remote control detection by the vehicle can
among others be malfunctioning under the fol‐
lowing circumstances:
▷Interference of the radio connection from
transmission towers or other equipment
with high transmit power.▷Shielding of the remote control due to
metal objects.▷Interference of the radio connection from
mobile phones or other electronic devices
in direct proximity.Do not transport the remote control together
with metal objects or electronic devices.
In the case of a malfunction, unlock and lock
the vehicle using the buttons of the remote
control or using the integrated key, refer to
page 39.
Adjusting
Unlocking The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐
fer to page 35.
Doors1."Settings"2."Doors/key"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired function:▷"Driver's door only"
Only the driver's door and the fuel filler
flap are unlocked. Pressing again un‐
locks the entire vehicle.▷"All doors"
The entire vehicle is unlocked.
Trunk lid
Depending on optional features and country
version, this setting is not offered in some
cases.
1."Settings"2."Doors/key"3. Select the symbol.4.Select the desired function:▷"Tailgate"
The trunk lid unlocks.▷"Tailgate + door(s)"
The trunk lid and the doors are un‐
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Confirmation signals from the vehicle
The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐
fer to page 35.1."Settings"2."Doors/key"3.Deactivate or activate the desired confir‐
mation signals.▷"Acoustic sig. lock/unlock"▷"Flash when lock/unlock"
Automatic locking
The settings are saved in the active profile, re‐fer to page 35.
1."Settings"2."Doors/key"3.Select the desired function:▷"Lock if no door is opened"
The vehicle locks automatically after a
short period of time if no door is
opened.▷"Lock after start driving"
The vehicle locks automatically after
you drive off.
Retrieving the seat and mirror settings
The driver's seat and exterior mirror positions
used last are stored for the remote control cur‐
rently in use.
When the vehicle is unlocked, these positions
are automatically retrieved if this function was
activated.
Pinch hazard when moving back the seat
If this function is used, first make sure
that the footwell behind the driver's seat is
empty. Otherwise, people might get injured or
objects damaged when the seat is moved
back.◀
The adjustment procedure is interrupted:
▷When a seat position reel is pressed.▷When a button of the seat and mirror mem‐
ory is pressed.
Activating the setting
1."Settings"2."Doors/key"3."Last seat position autom."
Alarm system
The conceptWhen the vehicle is locked, the vehicle alarm
system responds to:
▷Opening a door, the hood or the trunk lid.▷Movements in the interior.▷Changes in the vehicle tilt, e. g., during at‐
tempts at stealing a wheel or when towing
the car.▷Disconnected battery voltage.
The alarm system briefly signals tampering:
▷By sounding an acoustic alarm.▷By switching on the hazard warning sys‐
tem.▷By flashing the daytime running lights.
Arming and disarming the alarm
system
When you unlock or lock the vehicle, either
with the remote control or via the Comfort Ac‐
cess, the alarm system is disarmed or armed at
the same time.
Door lock and armed alarm systemThe alarm system is triggered when the door is
opened, when the vehicle is unlocked via the
door lock.
Panic mode You can trigger the alarm system if you find
yourself in a dangerous situation.
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Storage compartmentsVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are not
necessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
Hints No loose objects in the car's interior
Do not stow any objects in the car's inte‐
rior without securing them; otherwise, they
may present a danger to occupants e.g., during
braking and evasive maneuvers.◀
Do not place anti-slip mats on the dash‐
board
Do not place anti-slip mats on the dashboard.
The mat materials could damage the dash‐
board.◀
Storage compartments The following storage compartments are avail‐
able in the vehicle interior:▷Glove compartment on the front passenger
side, refer to page 163.▷Glove compartment on the driver's side,
refer to page 164.▷Without Smoker's package: Front storage
compartment, in front of the cupholders,
refer to page 164.▷Storage compartment in the front center
armrest, refer to page 164.▷Compartments in the doors, refer to
page 164.▷Nets on the backrests of the front seats.▷Storage compartment in the rear center
console, refer to page 165.▷Storage compartment between the rear
seats, refer to page 165.
Glove compartment
Front passenger side
Note Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
The light in the glove compartment switches
on.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Locking
The glove compartment can be locked with an
integrated key to separately secure the trunk
lid, refer to page 40, e.g.
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This prevents access to the glove compart‐
ment and to the cargo area.
After the glove compartment is locked, the re‐
mote control can be handed over, such as at a
hotel, without the integrated key.
Driver's side
Note Close the glove compartment again im‐
mediately
Close the glove compartment immediately af‐
ter use while driving; otherwise, injury may oc‐
cur during accidents.◀
Opening
Pull the handle.
ClosingFold cover closed.
Front storage compartment
Raise the lid to open it.
Compartments in the doors Do not stow any breakable objects
Do not store any breakable objects, e. g.
glass bottles, in the compartments, or there is
an increased risk of injury in the event of an ac‐
cident.◀
Center armrest
Front
A storage compartment is located in the center
armrest between the front seats.
The central locking system locks the center
armrest.
Opening
Fold the center armrest up.
Repositioning
Center armrest can be pushed forwards or
backwards. It engages in the end positions.
Connection for an external audio
device
An external audio device, e.g.,
an MP3 player, can be con‐
nected via the AUX-IN port or
the USB audio interface in the
center armrest.
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Brake discs, break-in 168
Brake force display 117
Brake lights, adaptive 117
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 117
Brake pads, break-in 168
Braking, hints 169
Breakdown assis‐ tance 215, 216
Break-in 168
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 89
Bulb replacement 206
Bulb replacement, front 207
Bulb replacement, LED head‐ lights 208
Bulb replacement, rear 209
Bulb replacement, xenon headlights 207
Bulbs and lights 206
Button, RES 127
Button, Start/Stop 64
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 216
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera, care 223
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 135
Camera, Side View 138
Camera, Top View 139
Can holder, refer to Cuphold‐ ers 165
Car battery 212
Car care products 221
Care, displays 223
Care, vehicle 221
Cargo 171
Cargo area, enlarging 161
Cargo area partition 48
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 165
Cargo, securing 172 Cargo straps, securing
cargo 172
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 223
Car wash 220
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 168
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 204
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 164
Center console 16
Central locking system 39
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 206
Changing wheels 212
Changing wheels/tires 195
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 77
Checking the engine oil level electronically 200
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 200
Children, seating position 61
Children, transporting safely 61
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 61
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 63
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 61
Child seat, mounting 61
Child seats 61
Chrome parts, care 222
Cigarette lighter 157
Cleaning displays 223
Climate control 145, 148 Clock 81
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Coasting 178
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 178
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 178
Cockpit 14
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 68
Combination reel, refer to Wiper system 69
Comfort Access 41
COMFORT program, Dy‐ namic Driving Control 122
Compartments in the doors 164
Compass 155
Computer 85
Condensation on win‐ dows 150
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 170
Condition Based Service CBS 204
Configuring driving pro‐ gram 123
Confirmation signal 43
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Connecting electrical devi‐ ces 157
Continued driving with a flat tire 102 , 105
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 88
Controller 18, 19
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High beams/low beams, referto High-beam Assistant 93
Hills 170
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 123
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 165
Hood 199
Horn 14
Hotel function, trunk lid 40
Hot exhaust system 168
HUD Head-up Display 89
Hydroplaning 169
I Ice warning, see External temperature warning 81
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning 81
Identification marks, tires 192
Identification number, see ve‐ hicle identification num‐
ber 9
iDrive 18
Ignition key, refer to Remote control 34
Ignition off 64
Ignition on 64
Indication of a flat tire 101 , 104
Indicator and alarm lamps, see Check Control 77
Indicator lamp, see Check Control 77
Individual air distribu‐ tion 146, 150
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 35
Inflation pressure, tires 188
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires 104
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter 85
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 101 Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor
FTM 104
Instrument cluster 76
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 76
Instrument lighting 94
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 29
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 215
Intelligent Safety 105
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram 149
Interior equipment 153
Interior lights 94
Interior lights via remote con‐ trol 38
Interior motion sensor 44
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 59
Interior rearview mirror, com‐ pass 155
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable 59
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 82
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 212
Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 72
Jump-starting 216
K
Key/remote control 34
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 41
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile 35
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 72
Knee airbag 96 L
Lamp replacement 206
Lamp replacement, front 207
Lamp replacement, rear 209
Lane departure warning 114
Lane margin, warning 114
Language on Control Dis‐ play 88
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 172
LATCH child restraint sys‐ tem 63
Launch Control 74
Leather, care 221
LED light, bulb replace‐ ment 208
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 207
Length, vehicle 226
Letters and numbers, enter‐ ing 25
Light alloy wheels, care 222
Light control 92
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 207
Lighter 157
Lighting 91
Lighting via remote con‐ trol 38
Light reel 91
Lights 91
Lights and bulbs 206
Load 172
Loading 171
Loading aid 159
Loading, see interior equip‐ ment 159
Lock, door 39
Locking/unlocking via door lock 39
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 37
Locking, automatic 43
Locking, settings 42
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