jump start BMW 7 SERIES 2014 F01 Owner's Manual

Engine compartmentVehicle features and optionsThis chapter describes all standard, country-
specific and optional features offered with the
series. It also describes features that are notnecessarily available in your car, e. g., due to
the selected options or country versions. This
also applies to safety-related functions and
systems.
Important features in the engine compartment
1Vehicle identification number2Jump-starting, negative battery terminal3Washer fluid reservoir4Jump-starting, positive battery terminal5Oil filler neck. 760i/Li: filler neck is located
under a flap.6Coolant reservoir, except 750i/Li and
760i/Li.Hood
Opening the hood Working in the engine compartment
Never attempt to perform any service or
repair operations on your vehicle without the necessary professional technical training.If you are unfamiliar with the statutory guide‐
lines, have any work on the vehicle performed
only by a service center.
If work is not carried out properly, there is a
danger of subsequent damage and related
safety hazards.◀Seite 218MobilityEngine compartment218
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steps to help you under certain circum‐
stances.
For this, data are transmitted to the BMW
Response Center which serve to deter‐
mine the necessary rescue measures. E. g.
the current position of the vehicle, if it can
be established.▷If the LED is flashing green, but the BMW
Response Center can no longer be heard
via the speaker, you can nevertheless still
be heard at the BMW Response Center.
Initiating an Emergency Request
automatically
Under certain conditions, an Emergency Re‐
quest is automatically initiated immediately af‐
ter a severe accident. Automatic Collision Noti‐
fication is not affected by pressing the SOS
button.
Warning triangle
The warning triangle is located in the container
on the inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
First aid kit
Note Some of the articles have a limited service life.
Check the expiration dates of the contents
regularly and replace any expired items
promptly.
Storage
The first aid kit is located in the container on
the inside of the trunk lid.
Unscrew the wing nut to open.
Roadside Assistance
Service availability
Roadside Assistance can be reached around
the clock in many countries. You can obtain as‐
sistance there in the event of a vehicle break‐
down.
Roadside Assistance The Roadside Assistance phone number can
be viewed on the iDrive or a connection to
Roadside Assistance can be established di‐
rectly.
Jump-starting
Hints If the battery is discharged, an engine can be
started using the battery of another vehicle
and two jumper cables. Only use jumper ca‐
bles with fully insulated clamp handles.
To prevent personal injury or damage to both
vehicles, adhere strictly to the following proce‐
dure.
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Do not touch live parts
To avoid the risk of potentially fatal in‐
jury, always avoid all contact with electrical
components while the engine is running.◀
Preparation1.Check whether the battery of the other ve‐
hicle has a voltage of 12 volts. This infor‐
mation can be found on the battery.2.Switch off the engine of the assisting vehi‐
cle.3.Switch off any electronic systems/power
consumers in both vehicles.
Bodywork contact between vehicles
Make sure that there is no contact be‐
tween the bodywork of the two vehicles; other‐
wise, there is a danger of short circuits.◀
Starting aid terminals Connecting order
Connect the jumper cables in the correct
order to prevent risk of injury from arcing.◀
The so-called starting aid terminal in the en‐
gine compartment acts as the battery's posi‐
tive terminal.
The body ground or a special nut acts as the
battery negative terminal.
Connecting the cables
1.Pull off the lid of the BMW starting aid ter‐
minal.2.Attach one terminal clamp of the positive
jumper cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle providing assis‐
tance.3.Attach the terminal clamp on the other end
of the cable to the positive terminal of the
battery, or to the corresponding starting
aid terminal of the vehicle to be started.4.Attach one terminal clamp of the negative
jumper cable to the negative terminal of
the battery, or to the corresponding engine
or body ground of assisting vehicle.5.Attach the second terminal clamp to the
negative terminal of the battery, or to the
corresponding engine or body ground of
the vehicle to be started.
Starting the engine
Never use spray fluids to start the engine.
1.Start the engine of the assisting vehicle
and let it run for several minutes at an in‐
creased idle speed.
If the vehicle to be started has a diesel en‐
gine: let the engine of the assisting vehicle
run for approx. 10 minutes.2.Start the engine of the vehicle that is to be
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If the first starting attempt is not success‐
ful, wait a few minutes before making an‐
other attempt in order to allow the dis‐
charged battery to recharge.3.Let both engines run for several minutes.4.Disconnect the jumper cables in the re‐
verse order.
Check the battery and recharge if needed.
Tow-starting and towing Note Tow-starting and towing
For towing the vehicle turn, switch off the
Intelligent Safety systems; otherwise malfunc‐
tions of the individual braking systems might
lead to accidents.◀
Transporting your vehicle
Note Your vehicle is not permitted to be towed.
Therefore, contact a service center in the
event of a breakdown.
Do not have the vehicle towed
Have your vehicle transported on a load‐
ing platform only; otherwise, damage may oc‐ cur.◀
Tow truck
The vehicle should only be transported on a
loading platform.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Towing other vehicles
Hints Light towing vehicle
The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise, it will
not be possible to control the vehicle's re‐
sponse.◀
Attaching the tow bar/tow rope correctly
Attach the tow bar or tow rope to the tow
fitting; connecting it to other vehicle parts may
cause damage.◀▷Switch on the hazard warning system, de‐
pending on local regulations.▷If the electrical system has failed, clearly
identify the vehicle being towed by placing
a sign or a warning triangle in the rear win‐
dow.
Tow bar
The tow fittings used should be on the same
side on both vehicles.
Should it prove impossible to avoid mounting
the tow bar at an offset angle, please observe
the following:
▷Maneuvering capability is limited going
around corners.▷The tow bar will generate lateral forces if it
is secured with an offset.
Tow rope
When starting to tow the vehicle, make sure
that the tow rope is taut.
To avoid jerking and the associated stresses
on the vehicle components when towing, al‐
ways use nylon ropes or nylon straps.
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Battery replacement, vehiclebattery 232
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 232
Belts, safety belts 60
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 182
Blinds, sun protection 50
BMW Advanced Diesel 203
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 225
Bonus range, ECO PRO 194
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 182
Brake assistant 136
Brake assistant, adaptive 136
Brake discs, break-in 186
Brake force display 133
Brake lights, adaptive 133
Brake lights, brake force dis‐ play 133
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment 230
Brake pads, break-in 186
Braking, hints 188
Breakdown assis‐ tance 234, 235
Break-in 186
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 103
Bulb replacement, rear 230
Bulb replacement, see Lamp and bulb replacement 227
Button, RES 147
Button, Start/Stop 73
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 235 C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Calling up mirror adjust‐ ment 47
Calling up seat adjust‐ ment 47
Calling up steering wheel ad‐ justment 47
Camera, care 242
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 156
Camera, Side View 158
Camera, Top View 160
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 182
Car battery 232
Car care products 240
Care, displays 242
Care, vehicle 240
Cargo 189
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 182
Cargo, securing 190
Cargo straps, securing cargo 190
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34
Carpet, care 242
Car wash 239
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 186
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 225
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center armrest 181
Center console 16
Central locking system 39
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7 Changing parts 227
Changing wheels 231
Changing wheels/tires 214
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 90
Checking the engine oil level electronically 220
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 220
Children, seating position 69
Children, transporting safely 69
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 69
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 70
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 69
Child safety locks 72
Child seat, mounting 69
Child seats 69
Chrome parts, care 241
Cigarette lighter 174
Cleaning displays 242
Climate control 165
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 187
Climate control on roof‐ liner 171
Climate control wind‐ shield 187
Clock 95
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Closing the trunk lid with no- touch activation 45
Clothes hooks 182
Coasting 196
Coasting with engine decou‐ pled, coasting 196
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ECO PRO mode 193
ECO PRO Tip - driving in‐ struction 195
EfficientDynamics 195
Electronic displays, instru‐ ment cluster 87
Electronic oil measure‐ ment 220
Electronic Stability Program ESP, refer to DSC 136
Emergency detection, remote control 35
Emergency release, fuel filler flap 200
Emergency release, parking brake 79
Emergency Request 234
Emergency service, refer to Roadside Assistance 235
Emergency start function, en‐ gine start 35
Emergency unlocking, trans‐ mission lock 86
Emergency unlocking, trunk lid 43
Energy Control 96
Energy recovery 96
Engine, automatic reel-off 75
Engine, automatic Start/Stop function 75
Engine compartment 218
Engine compartment, work‐ ing in 218
Engine coolant 223
Engine idling when driving, coasting 196
Engine oil 220
Engine oil, adding 221
Engine oil additives 222
Engine oil change 222
Engine oil filler neck 221
Engine oil temperature 94
Engine oil types, alterna‐ tive 222
Engine oil types, ap‐ proved 222 Engine start during malfunc‐
tion 35
Engine start, jump-start‐ ing 235
Engine start, refer to Starting the engine 74
Engine stop 74
Engine temperature 94
Entering/exiting vehicle, as‐ sistance, steering wheel 68
Entering a car wash 239
Equipment, interior 172
Error displays, see Check Control 90
ESP Electronic Stability Pro‐ gram, refer to DSC 136
Exchanging wheels/tires 214
Exhaust system 186
Exterior mirror, automatic dimming feature 66
Exterior mirrors 65
External start 235
External temperature dis‐ play 95
External temperature warn‐ ing 95
Eyes for securing cargo 190
F
Failure message, see Check Control 90
False alarm, refer to Uninten‐ tional alarm 48
Fan, refer to Air flow 166
Filler neck for engine oil 221
Fine wood, care 241
First aid kit 235
Fitting for towing, see tow fit‐ ting 238
Flat tire, changing wheels 231
Flat Tire Monitor FTM 113
Flat tire, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 115 Flat tire, warning
lamp 114, 116
Flooding 187
Floor carpet, care 242
Floor mats, care 242
Fold-out position, wiper 83
Foot brake 188
Front airbags 110
Front-end collision warning with braking function 122
Front-end collision warning with City Braking func‐
tion 119
Front fog lights 108
Front fog lights, bulb replace‐ ment 230
Front passenger seat, adjust‐ ing 56
front-seat passenger airbags, automatic deactivation 112
Front-seat passenger airbags, indicator lamp 112
Front seats 54
Front turn signals, refer to Light-emitting diodes,
LEDs 229
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 113
Fuel 202
Fuel consumption, current 96
Fuel consumption, refer to Average fuel consump‐
tion 100
Fuel filler flap 200
Fuel gauge 94
Fuel lid 200
Fuel quality 202
Fuel recommendation 202
Fuel, tank capacity 248
Fuse 233
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Integrated Remote
Control 172
Gasoline 202 Seite 253Everything from A to ZReference253
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Gear change, Steptronictransmission 84
Gear shift indicator 97
General driving notes 186
Gentleman function 56
Glare shield 174
Glass sunroof, powered 51
Glove compartment 180
Gross vehicle weight, ap‐ proved 247
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 76
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐ nating code 173
Hazard warning flashers 234
HDC Hill Descent Con‐ trol 138
Head airbags 110
Headlight control, auto‐ matic 106
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 105
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture via remote control 38
Headlight flasher 81
Headlight glass 228
Headlights, care 240
Headlight washer system 81
Head restraints 54
Head restraints, front 61
Head restraints, rear 62
Head-up Display 103
Head-up Display, care 242
Heavy cargo, stowing 190
Height, vehicle 246
High-beam Assistant 107
High beams 81
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 107
Hill Descent Control HDC 138
Hills 188 Hill start assistant, refer to
Drive-off assistant 136
Hints 6
Holder for beverages 182
Hood 218
Horn 14
Hotel function, trunk lid 43
Hot exhaust system 186
HUD Head-up Display 103
Hydroplaning 187
I Ice warning, see External temperature warning 95
Icy roads, see External tem‐ perature warning 95
Identification marks, tires 212
Identification number, see ve‐ hicle identification num‐
ber 9
iDrive 18
Ignition key, refer to Remote control 34
Ignition off 73
Ignition on 73
Indication of a flat tire 114 , 116
Indicator and alarm lamps, see Check Control 90
Indicator lamp, see Check Control 90
Individual air distribution 166
Individual settings, refer to Personal Profile 35
Inflation pressure, tires 207
Inflation pressure warning FTM, tires 113
Info display, refer to Com‐ puter 99
Initialization, Integral Active Steering 140
Initialize, Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 116
Initializing, Flat Tire Monitor FTM 113 Instrument cluster 87
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 87
Instrument display, multifunc‐ tional 88
Instrument lighting 108
Integral Active Steering 140
Integrated key 34
Integrated Owner's Manual in the vehicle 29
Intelligent Emergency Re‐ quest 234
Intelligent Safety 118
Intensity, AUTO pro‐ gram 166
Interior equipment 172
Interior lights 108
Interior lights via remote con‐ trol 38
Interior motion sensor 48
Interior rearview mirror, auto‐ matic dimming feature 67
Interior rearview mirror, man‐ ually dimmable 67
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 96
J Jacking points for the vehicle jack 231
Joystick, Steptronic transmis‐ sion 84
Jump-starting 235
K
Key/remote control 34
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 43
Key Memory, refer to Per‐ sonal Profile 35
Kickdown, Steptronic trans‐ mission 84
Knee airbag 110 Seite 254ReferenceEverything from A to Z254
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