brake pads BMW 6 SERIES COUPE 2014 F13 Owner's Manual

Things to remember when drivingVehicle 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.
Breaking-in period
General information Moving parts need time to adjust to one an‐
other (break-in time).
The following instructions will help accomplish
a long vehicle life and good efficiency.
During break-in, do not use the Launch Con‐
trol, refer to page 74.
Engine, transmission, and axle drive Always obey the official speed limit.
Up to 1,200 miles/2,000 km
Do not exceed the maximum engine and road
speed:▷For gasoline engine 4,500 rpm and
100 mph/160 km/h.
Avoid full load or kickdown under all circum‐
stances.
From 1,200 miles/2,000 km The engine and vehicle speed can gradually be
increased.
Tires
Tire traction is not optimal due to manufactur‐
ing circumstances when tires are brand-new;
they achieve their full traction potential after a
break-in time.
Drive conservatively for the first
200 miles/300 km.
Brake system
Brakes require an initial break-in period of ap‐
prox. 300 miles/500 km to achieve optimal per‐
formance between brake discs and brake
pads. Drive moderately during this break-in pe‐
riod.
Following part replacement
The same break-in procedures should be ob‐
served if any of the components above-men‐
tioned have to be renewed in the course of the
vehicle's operating life.
General driving notes
Closing the trunk lid Drive with the trunk lid closed
Only drive with the tailgate closed; other‐
wise, in the event of an accident or braking and
evasive maneuvers, passengers and other traf‐
fic may be injured, and the vehicle may be
damaged. In addition, exhaust fumes may en‐
ter the vehicle interior.◀
If driving with the tailgate open cannot be
avoided:▷Close all windows and the glass sunroof.▷Greatly increase the air flow from the vents.▷Drive moderately.
Hot exhaust system
Hot exhaust system
High temperatures are generated in the
exhaust system.
Seite 172Driving tipsThings to remember when driving172
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 956 387 - X/14

Objects within the range of movement
of the pedals
No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the pedal area; otherwise, the
function of the pedals could be impeded while
driving and create the risk of an accident.
Do not place additional floor mats over existing
mats or other objects.
Only use floor mats that have been approved
for the vehicle and can be properly attached to
floor.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐
tened again after they were removed for clean‐
ing, e.g.◀
Driving in wet conditions When roads are wet, salted, or in heavy rain,
press brake pedal ever so gently every few
miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger other traffic.
The heat generated in this process helps dry
the brake discs and pads.
In this way braking efficiency will be available
when you need it.
Hills Avoid stressing the brakes
Avoid placing excessive stress on the
brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐
sure can lead to high temperatures, brakes
wearing out and possibly even brake failure.◀
Do not drive in neutral
Do not drive in neutral or with the engine
stopped, as doing so disables engine braking.
In addition, steering and brake assist are un‐
available with the engine stopped.◀
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear that requires least braking efforts. Other‐wise the brakes may overheat and reduce
brake efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect
by shifting down, going all the way to first gear,
if needed.
Brake disc corrosion
Brake disc corrosion and contamination of the
brake pads are favored by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion will built up when the maximum
pressure applied to the brake pads during
braking is not reached - thus discs don't get
cleaned.
Corrosion buildup on the brake discs will cause
a pulsating effect on the brakes in their re‐
sponse - generally that cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked
vehicle
When using the automatic climate control,
condensation water develops collecting under‐
neath the vehicle.
These traces of water under the vehicle are
normal.
Seite 174Driving tipsThings to remember when driving174
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 956 387 - X/14

Blinds, sun protection 45
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 209
Bonus range, ECO PRO 179
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 169
Brake assistant 127
Brake assistant, adaptive 127
Brake discs, break-in 172
Brake force display 124
Brake lights, adaptive 124
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 124
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment 213
Brake pads, break-in 172
Braking, hints 173
Breakdown assis‐ tance 217, 218
Break-in 172
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 92
Bulb replacement, front 211
Bulb replacement, rear 213
Button, RES 138
Button, Start/Stop 62
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 219
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 43
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 43
Calling up steering wheel ad‐ justment 43
Camera, care 225
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 147 Camera, Side View 149
Camera, Top View 151
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 169
Car battery 215
Car care products 223
Care, displays 225
Care, vehicle 223
Cargo 175
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 169
Cargo, securing 176
Cargo straps, securing cargo 176
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 225
Car wash 222
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 172
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 209
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center console 16
Central locking system 39
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 211
Changing wheels 214
Changing wheels/tires 198
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 80
Checking the engine oil level electronically 204
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 204
Children, seating position 58
Children, transporting safely 58 Child restraint fixing sys‐
tem 58
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 59
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 58
Child seat, mounting 58
Child seats 58
Chrome parts, care 224
Cigarette lighter 164
Cleaning displays 225
Climate control 156
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 173
Climate control wind‐ shield 173
Clock 85
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Clothes hooks 168
Coasting 181
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 181
Coasting with idling en‐ gine 181
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 68
Combination reel, refer to Wiper system 69
COMFORT+ program, Driving Dynamics Control 133
Comfort Access 41
COMFORT program, Driving Dynamics Control 133
Computer 89
Condensation on win‐ dows 157
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 174
Condition Based Service CBS 209
Configure driving mode 134
Confirmation signal 42 Seite 233Everything from A to ZReference233
Online Edition for Part no. 01 40 2 956 387 - X/14