memory BMW 745Li 2006 E66 Owner's Manual

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1Glass sunroof, electric*41
2Memory buttons for integrated universal
remote control
*111
3Reading lamps102
4Interior lamps102
5Passenger airbag status lamp95
6Initiating an emergency call178
7Control Display16
8Temperature, left side of passenger
compartment: turn,
maximum cooling: press106
9Air volume, left side of passenger compart-
ment: turn106
Defrosting windows and removing conden-
sation: press106
10Hazard warning flashers
11Air volume, right side of passenger
compartment106
12Temperature, right side of passenger
compartment: rotate,
residual heat: press106
13Rear window defroster
14Air conditioner mode107
15Opening the glove compartment
16Automatic air distribution and airflow as
well as intensity of the AUTO program,
right side of passenger compartment104
17Starting scan
>for stations152
>for tracks152
18Central locking system34
19Selecting AM or FM waveband
20Selecting radio, CD player, and CD changer
21Controller16
22 button and programmable
button16
23Snap-in adapter17924Seat adjustment44
25Glasses compartment115
26Storage compartments115
27Switching audio sources on/off and
adjusting volume153
28Retracting telephone keypad177
29Automatic air distribution and airflow as
well as intensity of the AUTO program,
left side of passenger compartment104
30Outside air/AUC Automatic recirculated-air
control/recirculated air105
31Switching off automatic climate
control105
Heated seats*49
Active seat ventilation
*50
Active seat for driver
*50
Seat, mirror and steering wheel
memory46

Opening and closing
30
Opening and closing
Remote control/key
1Remote control with integrated key
2Spare key
3Adapter for spare key, in onboard tool kit,
refer to page207
Remote control with integrated key
Each remote control contains a battery which is
automatically charged in the ignition lock while
driving. Drive a longer distance with each
remote control at least twice a year to keep the
battery charged. For Comfort Access
*, the
remote control contains a replaceable battery,
refer to page39.
Depending on which remote control is detected
by the vehicle during unlocking, different set-
tings are called up and carried out in the vehicle,
refer to Key Memory on page31.
Information on the required maintenance is also
stored in the remote control, refer to CBS Con-
dition Based Service, page205.
Integrated key
Press button1 to release the key.
You can use the integrated key to lock and
unlock the following:
>the storage compartment under the front
armrest
>the driver's door
>the luggage compartment lid
Inside the storage compartment, you will also
find the switch for locking the luggage compart-
ment lid separately, refer to page35.
If you then lock the storage compartment under
the center armrest, refer to page114, and hand
over only the remote control, this will prevent
unauthorized access to the vehicle through the
luggage compartment lid. This is an advantage
in a hotel, for example.
New remote controls
New remote controls, additional or when lost,
can be obtained from your BMW center.
Spare key
Store the spare key in a safe place such as your
wallet. This key is not intended for constant
use.
The spare key and integrated key fit the same
locks.

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Adapter for spare key
You will need the adapter to activate the ignition
and to start the vehicle with the spare key.
Take the adapter from the onboard tool kit, refer
to page207.
Press lock button1, slide the cover open and
insert the spare key2 into the adapter. Close
the cover and insert the adapter in the ignition
lock.
Key Memory
The concept
You can set a number of functions of your BMW
individually according to your preferences. Key
Memory ensures that most of these settings are
stored for the remote control currently in use
without you having to do anything. When the
vehicle is unlocked, the corresponding remote
control is detected and the settings stored for it
are called up and carried out.
This means that your BMW will return to your
personal settings even if it has in the meantime
been driven by another person with his/her own
remote control and settings. The individual set-
tings are stored for a maximum of four remote
controls.
Key Memory
>Personal settings for driver's seat, outside
rearview mirrors, and steering wheel posi-
tion, refer to page46.
>Personal temperature distribution for seat
heating
*, refer to page49.
>Personal setting for the programmable but-
ton on the steering wheel, refer to page52.
>Personal setting of PDC Park Distance
Control
*, refer to page86.
>Air distribution, temperature, and intensity
of the Automatic climate control, refer to
page105.
>Settings for the displays on the Control Dis-
play:
>Units of measure for fuel consumption,
distance traveled, distances to go, tem-
perature, and pressure, refer to page84.
>Language on Control Display, refer to
page84.
>Display format of date and time, refer to
page84.
>Brightness of Control Display, refer to
page85.
>Personal settings for volume and tone of
the Entertainment sound output, refer to
page153.
>Personal settings for the stored stations of
the radio, refer to page158.
>Personal setting for the volume of the
hands-free telephone operation, refer to
page177.

Adjusting
44
Seats
Note before adjusting
Never attempt to adjust your seat while
operating the vehicle. The seat could
respond with unexpected movement and the
ensuing loss of vehicle control could lead to an
accident.
Also on the passenger side, do not recline the
backrest too far to the rear while the vehicle is
being driven; otherwise, there is a danger in the
event of an accident of 'sliding under' the safety
belt, eliminating the protection normally pro-
vided by the belt.<
Please note the information on damage to
safety belts provided on page49 and the infor-
mation on the active head restraints on
page47.
The concept
You adjust the seat in two stages:
1Preselect the function: the button lights up
brightly
2Adjustments: control knob
>slide forward or back
>slide up or down
>turn
Seat adjustment
You can use the control knob to adjust the set-
tings after selecting the desired function with
the buttons.
To ensure that the safety systems con-
tinue to provide optimized protection,
please follow the adjustment instructions on
page44.<
3Forward and back:
Height:
Backrest:
This button is basically always active.
4Thigh support:
Height:
Tilt:
5Lumbar support
*, refer to Lumbar support
adjustment
6Height of the head restraint:
Front comfort seat* adjustment
With this seat, you can also adjust:
5Backrest width: increase or decrease lateral
support
6Shoulder support, refer to Shoulder support
adjustment
Backrest:
Automatic backrest width adjustment
The backrest automatically moves to the widest
possible position to make it easier to enter and
exit the vehicle, before then returning to the
standard position or the stored memory setting.
This automatic system is influenced on each of
the two seats by their respective door, as well
as on the driver's seat, by the ignition and on the

Adjusting
46 It will be necessary to return the rear seats
to their standard position before using a
child restraint system, for instance, refer to
page54.<
Seat, mirror and steering
wheel memory
You can store and select two different adjust-
ment settings for the driver's seat, exterior mir-
rors and steering wheel.
With comfort seats, you can also use the mem-
ory to store and recall two seat positions for
each additional seat.
The adjustment of the lumbar support is not
stored in the memory.
The setting is stored for the remote control cur-
rently in use.
Storing
1.Switch on radio ready state or ignition, refer
to page57.
2.Set desired seat position; for driver's seat
also set the exterior mirror and steering
wheel position.
3.Press
MEMORY button:
The LED in the button lights up.
4.Press the desired memory button1 or2:
The LED goes out.
Requesting manually
Do not request a position from the mem-
ory while the vehicle is moving. There is a
risk of accident from unexpected movement of
the seat or steering wheel.<
Comfort mode
1.With driver's door open after unlocking or
with radio ready state switched on.
2.Briefly press the desired memory button 1
or2.
The system immediately cancels the adjust-
ment procedure when you briefly press one of
the seat adjustment buttons or one of the mem-
ory buttons.
Safety mode
1.With driver's door closed and ignition
switched either on or off.
2.Press the desired memory button 1or2
and maintain pressure until the adjustment
process has been completed.
If you press the
MEMORY button accidentally:
Press the button again; the LED goes out.
Head restraints
A correctly adjusted head restraint reduces the
risk of injury to cervical vertebrae in the event of
an accident.
Adjust the head restraint so that its center
is approx. at ear level. Otherwise, there is
increased danger of injury in the event of an
accident.<
Height adjustment
1.Select head restraint, button1.
2.Adjust height, arrow2.

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Mobility
1Adjusting
2Switching to the other mirror or automatic
parking function, refer to Tilting down pas-
senger-side exterior mirror on page51
Storing the mirror positions, refer to Seat, mir-
ror and steering wheel memory on page46.
Adjusting manually
You can also adjust the mirrors manually by
pressing against the outer edges of their mirror
glass.
Folding mirrors in and out
To prevent the exterior mirrors on this
vehicle from being damaged, always fold
them in by hand before entering an automatic
car wash.<
Automatic heating
Both exterior mirrors are automatically heated
whenever the ignition is switched on.
Tilting down passenger-side exterior
mirror – automatic parking function
Activating
1.Push the mirror selector switch into the
driver's mirror position, arrow1.
2.Engage transmission position R.
The mirror glass tilts downward somewhat
on the passenger's side. This allows the
driver to see the area immediately adjacent
to the vehicle – such as a curb – when park-
ing, etc.
Deactivating
Push the mirror selector switch into the passen-
ger's mirror position, arrow2.
Illuminated vanity mirror in rear
1.Press button1. The vanity mirror folds
down.
2.Pull the mirror downwards slightly before
pivoting it.
3.Before folding mirror in, straighten it out and
then press upward.

Adjusting
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Steering wheel adjustment
In order to prevent the risk of accident
due to an unexpected movement, do not
adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving.<
The steering wheel can be adjusted in four
directions.
To save steering wheel positions, refer to Seat,
mirror and steering wheel memory on page46.
Assistance getting in and out
To make it easier to enter and exit the vehicle,
the steering wheel temporarily moves into the
top and front position.
This automatic feature is governed by the
driver's door and the ignition switch.
Steering wheel heater*
The steering wheel heater operates when the
ignition is on.
Press the button to activate or deactivate this
system.
When the steering wheel heater is operating,
the LED in the button lights up.
Programmable buttons
You can individually program the button on the
steering wheel and the button next to the con-
troller.
iDrive, for principle details, refer to page16.
1.Press the button to open the start
menu.
2.Move the controller toward "Settings".
3.Select "Vehicle" and press the controller.
4.Select " button" or " button". Con-
tinue to press the controller until the
desired function appears.
>"Recirc. air"
The supply of outside air is shut off contin-
uously, refer to Automatic recirculated air
control/recirculated air mode on page105.
>"Navi info"
To repeat the most recent navigation sys-
tem instruction, refer to Route guidance by
voice instructions on page145.
>"Short info"
Display of the help and supplementary texts
of the active menu for approx. 10 seconds,
refer to page20.
" button" can additionally be programmed
with the following function.
>"AUTO P"
Activation/deactivation, refer to page59.
Rear seat screen
*:
>"Mode"
You can choose between the output
sources radio, CD player, and CD changer.
It is necessary for one of these sources to
have been activated.

Transporting children safely
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Transporting children safely
The right place for children
Do not leave children unattended in the
vehicle; otherwise, they could endanger
themselves and other persons, e.g. by opening
the doors.<
Children always in the rear
Accident research shows that the safest place
for children is on the back seat.
Children younger than 13 years of age or
with a height under 5 ft/150 cm may only
be transported in the rear in child restraint sys-
tems which correspond to the age, weight and
height of the child. Otherwise, there is an
increased danger of injury in an accident.<
Children 13 years of age or older must wear a
safety belt as soon as a suitable child restraint
system can no longer be used due to their age,
weight and size.
With the exception of the driver's seat, all seats
in your BMW comply with the recommenda-
tions of the standard SAE J1819 for the safe
securing of child restraint systems in motor
vehicles.
Exception for front passenger seat
Should it be necessary to use a child
restraint system on the front passenger
seat, the front, knee and side airbag on the front
passenger side must be deactivated. Other-
wise, there is an increased risk of injury for the
child if the airbags are triggered, even with a
child restraint system. Your BMW center will be
glad to advise you.<
More information on Automatic deactivation of
front passenger airbags, refer to page95.
Installing child restraint
systems
In order to avoid reducing their protective
action, follow all instructions of the child
restraint system manufacturer for the selection,
installation, and use of child restraint sys-
tems.<
Backrest width* on front passenger's
seat
Before mounting a child restraint system
on the front passengers seat, the back-
rest width adjustment must be open com-
pletely. After installing the child's seat, no
memory position may be called up; otherwise,
the stability of the child's seat on the front pas-
senger seat is reduced.<
1.Open backrest width completely, refer to
Front comfort seat adjustment on page44.
2.Mount child's seat.
Child seat security
All rear safety belts and the safety belt for the
front passenger can be locked against pulling
out to secure child restraint systems.
Locking safety belt
1.Secure the child restraint system with the
belt.
2.Pull out the belt webbing completely.
3.Allow the belt webbing to be pulled in and
pull taut against the child restraint system.
The safety belt is locked.

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Integrated universal remote
control*
The concept
The integrated universal remote control can
replace as many as three hand-held transmit-
ters for various remote-controlled accessories,
such as door openers and house alarm sys-
tems. The integrated universal remote control
registers and stores signals from the original
hand-held transmitters.
The signal of an original hand-held transmitter
can be programmed into one of the three mem-
ory buttons1. Then the respective devices can
be actuated using the programmed memory
buttons. The LED2 flashes to confirm trans-
mission of the signal.
Should you sell your vehicle one day, be sure to
delete the stored programs beforehand for your
security, refer to page112.
To prevent possible damage or injury,
during programming or before each use
of the programmed device by the integrated
universal remote control, always inspect the
immediate area to make certain that no people,
animals or objects are within the swiveling and
movement range of the device. Also, comply
with the safety precautions of the original hand-
held transmitter.<
Checking compatibility
If you see this symbol on the packaging
or in the manual supplied with the orig-
inal hand-held transmitter, it is safe to
assume that it is compatible with the integrated
universal remote control.
If you have additional questions, please contact
your BMW center or call: 1-800-355-3515.
Information is also provided on the Internet at:
www.bmwusa.com or
www.homelink.com.
HomeLink is a registered trademark of
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Programming
1Memory buttons
2LED
Fixed-code hand-held transmitters
1.Switch on the ignition.
2.When using for the first time: press both
outer buttons1 for approx. 20 seconds,
maintaining pressure until the LED2 starts
to flash. The three memory buttons1 are
cleared.
3.Hold the original hand-held transmitter at a
distance of approx. 2in/5cm to 8in/20cm
from the memory buttons1.
The required distance between the
hand-held transmitter and memory
buttons1 depends on the relevant system
of the original hand-held transmitter used.<
4.Simultaneously press the transmit button
on the original hand-held transmitter and
the desired memory button1 of the inte-
grated universal remote control. The LED2
flashes slowly at first. As soon as the LED2
flashes rapidly, release both buttons. If the
LED2 does not flash rapidly after approx.
15 seconds, alter the distance.
5.To program other original hand-held trans-
mitters, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The corresponding memory button1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
You can operate the system when the engine is
running or when the ignition is switched on.

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112 If the device cannot be operated after
repeated programming, check whether
the original hand-held transmitter uses an alter-
nating-code system. To do so, either read the
instructions of the original hand-held transmit-
ter or press and hold down the programmed
memory button1 of the integrated universal
remote control. If the LED2 on the integrated
universal remote control flashes rapidly for a
short time and then remains lit for approx.
2 seconds, then this indicates that the original
hand-held transmitter is equipped with an alter-
nating-code system. In the case of an alternat-
ing-code system, program the memory but-
tons1 as described in the Alternating-code
transmitters section below.<
Alternating-code transmitters
Consult the operating instructions of the unit
you wish to set when programming the univer-
sal remote control. You will find information
there on the possibilities for synchronization.
When programming hand-held transmitters
that employ an alternating code, please follow
the supplementary instructions below:
Programming will be easier with the aid of
a second person.<
1.Park your vehicle within the range of the
remote-controlled device.
2.Program the integrated universal remote
control as described above in the Fixed-
code hand-held transmitters section.
3.Locate the button on the receiver of the
device you want to set up, e.g. on the upper
section of its motor.
4.Press the button on the receiver of the
device you want to set up. After step 4, you
have approx. 30 seconds for step 5.
5.Press the programmable memory button1
on the integrated universal remote control
three times.
The corresponding memory button1 is now
programmed with the signal of the original
hand-held transmitter.
If you have any additional questions,
please contact your BMW center.<
Clearing memory buttons
Press both outer buttons1 for approx. 20 sec-
onds, maintaining pressure until the LED2
starts to flash:
All of the memory buttons have been cleared.
It is not possible to clear individual memory
buttons1.
Roller sun blinds*
Rear window blind
Briefly press the button on the driver's door with
the ignition in radio ready state or higher.
Roller sun blinds for rear side windows
1Quarter window blind
2Side window blind
3Rear window blind
4Switching to the other side
Briefly press the corresponding button with the
ignition in radio ready state or higher.
The side window blind can not be
extended unless the side window is
closed. If the window is open, the blind will rise
slightly prior to immediately retracting to its
original position.<