ECO mode BMW M4 2016 User Guide

WARNING
When driving with a roof load, for exam‐
ple with a roof rack, the higher centre of gravity
can mean that driving safety is no longer guar‐
anteed in critical driving situations. Danger of
accident or damage to property. Do not deacti‐
vate Dynamic Stability Control DSC when driv‐
ing with a roof load.◀
Overview
Button in the vehicle
DSC OFF button
Indicator and warning lights If indicator light is flashing: DSC is reg‐ulating the acceleration and braking
forces.
If indicator light is illuminated: DSC has failed.
Deactivating DSC: DSC OFF
General Driving stability during acceleration and cor‐
nering is restricted if DSC is deactivated.
To support the driving stability, re-activate
DSC as soon as possible.
Deactivating DSC Press and hold down the button – but for
no longer than approximately 10 seconds
– until the DSC OFF indicator light in the in‐
strument cluster is illuminated and DSC OFF is
displayed.
The DSC system is switched off.
Activating DSC Press the button.
The DSC OFF and DSC OFF indicator
lights are not illuminated.
Indicator and warning lights DSC OFF is displayed in the instrument cluster
when DSC is deactivated.
If indicator light is illuminated: DSC is
deactivated.
M Dynamic Mode
M Dynamic Mode allows driving with higher
longitudinal and transverse acceleration on dry
carriageways, but with restricted drive stability.
Only in the absolute limit of the range does the
system engage for stability purposes by re‐
ducing the engine power and by brakes ap‐
plied to the wheels. In this driving situation, ad‐
ditional steering corrections may be required.
WARNING
With activated M Dynamic Mode stabilis‐
ing engagements are only carried out to a re‐
duced degree. Danger of accident or damage
to property. Adapt to the traffic conditions. Ob‐
serve the traffic situation and intervene actively
if the situation warrants it. Do not move the
steering wheel with unnecessary force in case
of warnings.◀
To support the driving stability, re-activate
DSC as soon as possible.
Activating MDM Press the button briefly.
In the instrument cluster, the indicator
lights MDM and DSC OFF illuminate.Seite 125Driving stability control systemsControls125
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Air conditioning functions in detailSwitching system on/off
Switching on
Press any key, except▷Heated rear window.▷Seat heating
Switching off
In the lowest setting, press the left of
the button.
Temperature Turn the wheel to select the de‐
sired temperature.
The automatic air conditioning sets this tem‐ perature as quickly as possible, using higher
cooling or heating power if necessary. The
temperature is then maintained.
Avoid switching between different temperature
settings in rapid succession. The automatic air
conditioning will not then have sufficient time
to establish the temperature selected.
Cooling function
The interior can only be cooled when the en‐
gine is running.
Press the button.
Air is cooled and dried, then reheated
to suit the temperature setting.
Depending on weather conditions, the wind‐
screen and side windows may mist over mo‐
mentarily when the engine is started.
The cooling function is switched on automati‐
cally in the AUTO program.
When using the automatic air conditioning,
condensation water, see page 165, develops
that exits underneath the vehicle.
Maximum cooling effect Press the button.
System is set to lowest temperature,
optimum air flow and recirculated-air mode.
The air flows from the outlets for the upper
body area. Therefore open the ventilation vents.
The function is available through an outside
temperature of approximately 0 ℃/32 ℉ and
with the engine running.
The air flow can be adapted when the program
is active.
AUTO program Press the button.
The air flow, air distribution and tem‐
perature are automatically regulated.
Depending on the selected temperature, inten‐
sity AUTO program and external influences,
the air is directed towards the windscreen, side
windows, upper body, and into the footwell.
The cooling function, see page 145, is
switched on automatically in the AUTO pro‐
gram.
A condensation sensor also controls the pro‐
gram so that condensation is avoided as much
as possible.
Intensity of AUTO program
When AUTO program is switched on, auto‐
matic control of the intensity can be changed.
Pressing the button on the left or right
reduces or increases intensity.
The selected intensity is shown on the display
for automatic air conditioning.Seite 145ClimateControls145
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General driving information
Closing the boot lid WARNING
An open boot lid projects beyond the ve‐
hicle, and in the event of an accident, braking
or avoidance manoeuvres, it can endanger ve‐ hicle occupants and other road users, or dam‐
age the vehicle. There is also the danger of ex‐
haust fumes entering the interior of the
vehicle. Danger of injury or damage to prop‐
erty. Do not drive with the boot lid open.◀
If there is no alternative to driving with the tail‐
gate open:▷Close all windows and the Glass Roof.▷Turn up the blower to a high output level.▷Maintain moderate speed.
Hot exhaust system
WARNING
During driving, high temperatures can be
generated under the body, for example be‐
cause of the exhaust system. If flammable ma‐
terials, for example leaves of grass, come into
contact with hot parts of the exhaust system,
these materials can catch fire. Danger of injury
or damage to property.
Never remove the heat shields fitted here, or
apply underseal to them. Make sure that when driving, idling or parking, no flammable materi‐
als can come into contact with hot vehicle
parts. Do not touch the hot exhaust system.◀
Radio signals WARNING
Certain vehicle functions may be affec‐
ted by interference from high-frequency radio
signals. Such signals are output from a series
of transmission systems, for example, from air
traffic beacons or relay stations for mobile tele‐
communications.
We recommend you consult a Service Partner
or a qualified specialist workshop should you
experience any difficulties.◀
Mobile communication equipment WARNING
The vehicle's electronics and mobile
radio devices can interfere. The transmission
operation of mobile radio devices generates
radiation. Danger of injury or damage to prop‐
erty. If possible, only use mobile radio devices,
e.g. mobile telephones, in the interior with di‐
rect connection to an external antenna to ex‐
clude mutual interference and to dissipate the
radiation from the vehicle's interior.◀
Aquaplaning
On wet or slushy roads, a wedge of water can
form between the tyres and the road.
This situation, known as aquaplaning, means
that the tyre can actually lose contact com‐
pletely with the road surface and the vehicle
can neither be steered nor the brakes properly
applied.
Wading ATTENTION
Driving through excessively deep water
too fast can result in water entering the engine
compartment, electrical system or transmis‐
sion. Danger of damage to property. When
driving through water, do not exceed the maxi‐
mum specified water depth and maximum
fording speed.◀
Only if the water is calm and only up to a water
depth of max. 25 cm, approximately 9.8 inches
and at this depth drive no faster than walking
speed up to 5 km/h, approximately 3 mph.
Safe braking Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as standard.Seite 163Driving precautionsDriving hints163
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Avoid high engine speeds
Basic principle: driving at low engine speeds
reduces fuel consumption and wear.
Use 1st gear to drive off. As from 2nd gear, ac‐
celerate quickly. Avoid high engine speeds and
shift up quickly.
Shift into the highest possible gear when you
have reached the desired speed and drive at a
constant speed with the lowest possible en‐
gine speed.
Pay attention to the shift point indicator in the
vehicle, if fitted, see page 88.
Using overrun mode When approaching a red traffic light, take your
foot off the accelerator and allow the vehicle to
roll.
On downward stretches, take your foot off the
accelerator and allow the vehicle to roll.
The fuel supply is interrupted when coasting.
Switching off engine if
stopping for a relatively long
time
When you stop the vehicle for longer periods,
for example at traffic lights, railway crossings
or in traffic jams, switch off the engine.
Auto Start Stop function
The Auto Start Stop function of your vehicle
shuts off the engine automatically during a
stop.
If the engine is switched off and then started
again, the fuel consumption and emissions are
reduced compared with a permanently running
engine. Savings can be made just by stopping
the engine for a few seconds.
Fuel consumption also depends on other fac‐
tors, such as driving style, road condition,maintenance or environmental factors, for ex‐
ample.
Switching off functions that
are not necessary at the moment
Functions such as seat heating or heated rear
window require a great deal of energy and re‐
duce the range, especially in city traffic and
stop-and-go traffic.
Switch these functions off if they are not re‐
quired.
Having the maintenance
done
Have the vehicle serviced regularly to achieve
optimal economy and lifetime. Have mainte‐
nance carried out by a Service Partner or a
qualified specialist workshop.
Please also see the BMW Maintenance Sys‐
tem, see page 191.Seite 169Saving fuelDriving hints169
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FuelVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the se‐
lected special equipment or national version.
This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant na‐
tional regulations when using the correspond‐
ing functions and systems.
Fuel quality
General Depending on the region, many filling stations
sell fuel that is adapted to the conditions in
winter or summer. Fuel that is sold in winter fa‐
cilitates cold starting, for example.
Note ATTENTION
Even fuels corresponding to the specifi‐
cations may be of low quality. Engine problems
can arise, for example poor engine starting, im‐
paired driving properties or reduced perform‐
ance. Danger of damage to property. In the
case of engine problems, use a different filling
station or refuel with a higher octane fuel from
a brand maufacturer.◀
Petrol
For optimal fuel consumption, the petrol
should be sulphur-free or as low in sulphur
content as possible.
Fuels labelled on the pump as containing metal
must not be used.ATTENTION
Even small quantities of the wrong fuel or
wrong fuel additives can damage the fuel sys‐
tem and engine. In addition, the catalytic con‐
verter will be permanently damaged. Danger of
damage to property. Do not use the following
fuel or additives with petrol engines:▷Leaded petrol.▷Metallic additives, for example manganese
or iron.
After filling the wrong fuel, do not press the
start/stop button. Contact a Service Partner or
a qualified specialist workshop.◀
You can fill up with fuels with a maximum pro‐
portion of ethanol of 10 %, in other words E10.
ATTENTION
Incorrect fuels can damage the fuel sys‐
tem and engine. Danger of damage to prop‐
erty. Do not fill with any fuels that either have a
higher ethanol content than recommended or
that contain methanol, for example M5 to
M100.◀
The engine has anti-knock control. This means
that different petrol grades can be used.
Petrol grade Super Plus, with RON 98.
Fill up this fuel so that the nominal perform‐
ance data values and consumption is achieved.
Minimum grade Super with RON 95.
ATTENTION
Fuel below the specified minimum qual‐
ity can impact the engine function or lead to
engine damage. Danger of damage to prop‐
erty. Do not refuel petrol below the specified
minimum quality.◀
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Replacing partsVehicle equipmentThis chapter describes all standard, national
and special equipment provided in the model
series. Equipment not available in the vehicle is
therefore also described, for example the se‐
lected special equipment or national version.
This also applies to safety-relevant functions
and systems. Comply with the relevant na‐
tional regulations when using the correspond‐
ing functions and systems.
On-board tool kit
The on-board toolkit is located in a compart‐
ment on the right in the boot. Open the cover.
Replacing the wiper blades Note ATTENTION
The windscreen can be damaged if the
wiper arm drops onto the windscreen without
wiper blades fitted. Danger of damage to prop‐
erty. Hold the wiper arm firmly when changing
the wiper blades and do not put the wipers into
contact with the windscreen unless wiper
blades are fitted.◀
Wiper blades, replacing1.To replace the wiper blades, place the wip‐
ers in the fold-out position, see page 72.2.Fold out wiper arm and hold firm.3.Press together securing spring, arrow 1,
and fold out the wiper blade, arrow 2.4.Take the wiper blade forwards out of the
fitting.5.Insert new wiper blade in the opposite se‐
quence until it engages.6.Fold in wipers.
ATTENTION
When wipers are folded away from the
windscreen, they can be trapped when the
bonnet is opened. Danger of damage to prop‐
erty. Before opening the bonnet, make sure
that the wipers with wiper blades fitted are in
contact with the windscreen.◀
Replacing bulbs
Information
Lights and bulbs
Lights and bulbs are an important aspect of
driving safety.
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends
that you have the corresponding work carried
out by a Service Partner or a qualified special‐
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Front passenger airbags,light 106
Fuel 174
Fuel consumption, see Aver‐ age fuel consumption 91
Fuel filler flap 172
Fuel gauge 84
Fuel quality 174
Fuel recommendation 174
Fuel tank cap 172
Fuel, tank capacity 215
Fuse 200
G
Gearbox, manual gearbox 73
Gear change 76
Gearshift, manual gearbox 73
General driving informa‐ tion 163
Glare protection 149
Glass Roof, electric 45
Glove box 153
Ground clearance 165
H
Handbrake, see Parking brake 69
Hazard warning and indicator lights, see Check control 80
Hazard warning lights 202
Head airbags 104
Headlight cleaning system, see Wiper system 71
Headlight courtesy delay fea‐ ture 99
Headlight flasher 70
Headlight lens 194
Headlights 194
Headlights, care 209
Headlining 15
Head restraints 48
Head-Up Display 94
Head-Up Display, care 211
Head-Up Display, M View 95 Head-Up Display, standard
view 95
Heated rear window 146
Heavy transported load, stow‐ ing transported load 166
Height, vehicle 214
Help in driving off 127
High-beam assistance 100
High-beam headlights 70
High performance en‐ gine 160
Hill Start Assist, see Drive-off assistant 127
Homepage 6
Horn 12
Hot exhaust system 163
HUD Head-Up Display 94
I IBA Integrated Owner's Handbook in vehicle 28
Ice warning, see Outside tem‐ perature warning 84
Identification number, see Ve‐ hicle identification num‐
ber 9
iDrive 16
Ignition key, see Remote con‐ trol 32
Ignition off 65
Ignition on 65
Important considerations 58
Important information regard‐ ing the engine compart‐
ment 182
Independent ventilation 147
Indicator and hazard warning lights, see Check control 80
Indicator lights, see Check control 80
Indicators, see Turn indica‐ tors 70
Individual air distribution 146
Individual settings, see M Drive 123 Individual settings, see Per‐
sonal Profile 33
Inflation pressure, tyres 175
Inflation pressure warning RPA, tyres 109
Info Display, see on-board computer 90
Information on no passing 88
Information on speed limit 88
Initialise, Tyre Pressure Moni‐ tor TPM 107
Initialising, runflat indicator, RPA 109
Instrument cluster 79
Instrument cluster, electronic displays 79
Instrument cluster switch, see Turn indicators 70
Instrument cluster switch, see Wiper system 71
Instrument lighting 102
Integrated key 32
Integrated Owner's Handbook in vehicle 28
Intelligent emergency call 202
Intelligent Safety 110
Intensity, AUTO Automatic program 145
Interior light 102
Interior light when unlock‐ ing 35
Interior light with the vehicle locked 36
Interior movement detec‐ tor 43
Intermittent mode 71
Internet site 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirement 87
ISOFIX child seat mount‐ ings 61
J
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Journey computer 92
Jump-starting connection, starting assistance 204
Jump starting, see starting assistance 203
K
Key/remote control 32
Keyless Go, see Comfort Ac‐ cess 39
Key memory, see Personal Profile 33
Key switch for front passen‐ ger airbags 106
L
Labelling of recommended tyres 177
Lane boundary, warning 115
Lane change warning 117
Lane departure warning 115
Language, on the control dis‐ play 94
Lashing eyes, securing load 166
Lashing straps, securing load 166
Launch Control 77
Laying up out of use 211
Laying up, vehicle 211
Leather, care 210
LED light, replacing the bulbs 195
LEDs, light-emitting di‐ odes 194
Left-hand traffic, light set‐ ting 102
Lenses of camera, care 211
Light alloy wheels, care 210
Light-emitting diodes, LEDs 194
Lighter 149
Lighting 98 Light in the exterior mirror,
see Lane Change Warn‐
ing 117
Lights 98
Lights and light bulbs 193
Light switch 98
LIM button, see Manual Speed Limiter 119
Load 166
Loads 166
Lock, door 37
Locking/unlocking using door lock 37
Locking/unlocking with re‐ mote control 35
Locking, automatic 42
Locking settings 41
Locking via the boot lid 38
Lock, wheel studs 199
Low-beam headlights 98
Lower back support 50
Low Speed Assistant 74
Luggage rack, see Roof rack 167
Lumbar support 50
M
Maintenance 191
Maintenance require‐ ment 191
Maintenance, service require‐ ment 87
Maintenance System BMW 191
Malfunction displays, see Check control 80
Manual air distribution 146
Manual air flow 146
Manual gearbox 73
Manual operation, door lock 37
Manual operation, exterior mirrors 56
Manual operation, fuel filler flap 172 Manual operation, Park Dis‐
tance Control, PDC 132
Manual operation, rear-view camera 134
Manual operation, Side View 137
Manual operation, Top View 138
Manual Speed Limiter 119
Maximum cooling effect 145
Maximum speed range 165
Maximum speed, winter tyres 177
M Carbon ceramic brakes 160
M compound brakes 160
M differential, active 126
MDM, M Dynamic Mode 125
M double clutch transmis‐ sion 74
M Drive 123
M Driver's Package, driving instructions 165
M Dynamic Mode MDM 125
Memory, seat, mirror 54
M Engine Dynamics Con‐ trol 78
Menu in the instrument clus‐ ter 90
Menus, see iDrive operating principle 18
Message of a flat tyre 108, 109
Messages, see Check con‐ trol 80
Microfilter 146
Minimum tread depth, tyres 176
Mirror, memory 54
Mirrors 55
Mobile communication equip‐ ment 163
Mobility system 178
Moisture in the headlight 194
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Mounting child restraints 59
M Technology 160
Multifunction steering wheel, buttons 12
Multimedia 6
M View, Head-Up Display 95
N Navigation 6
Neutral cleaner, see rim cleaner 210
New wheels and tyres 177
No Passing Information 88
Notes 6
Nylon ropes for tow-starting/ towing 206
O OBD, see on-board diagnosis, OBD 192
Obstacle marking, rear-view camera 135
Octane number, see Petrol grade 174
Odometer 84
Office 6
Oil 185
Oil additives 187
Oil change 187
Oil change interval, service requirement 87
Oil filler neck 186
Oil grades, alternative 187
Oil grades, suitable 187
Old battery, disposing 200
On-board computer 90
On-board diagnosis, OBD 192
On-board monitor, see Con‐ trol Display 16
On-board toolkit 193
Opening/closing using door lock 37
Opening and closing 32 Opening and closing, without
remote control 37
Opening and closing with re‐ mote control 35
Operating menus, iDrive 16
Operating principle, iDrive 16
Outside air, see AUC 146
Outside temperature dis‐ play 84
Outside temperature warn‐ ing 84
Overheating of the engine, see Coolant temperature 84
P Paintwork, vehicle 209
Park assistant 139
Park Distance Control PDC 131
Parked vehicle, conden‐ sate 165
Parking aid, see PDC 131
Parking assistant 139
Parking brake 69
Parking lights 99
Part replacement 193
Parts and accessories 8
Passenger's mirror, tilting down 56
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 131
Personal data, delete 23
Personal Profile 33
Personal profile, export pro‐ file 34
Personal profile, import pro‐ file 35
Person warning with city braking function 113
Petrol 174
Petrol grade 174
Place for children 58
Plasters, see First-aid kit 203
Plastic, care 210
Pockets in the doors 154 Power failure 200
Power windows 43
Pressure check, tyres 107
Pressure, tyres 175
Pressure warning RPA, tyres 109
Preventing Auto Start Stop 69
Profiles, Personal Profile 33
Protection function, glass Roof 46
Protection function, win‐ dows 44
Puncture, runflat indicator RPA 109
R Radio 6
Radio-control key, see Re‐ mote control 32
Radio ready state 65
Radio signals 163
Rain sensor 71
Range 85
Rear backrests, folding, see Through-loading sys‐
tem 151
Rear fog lights 102
Rear lights 196
Rear-view camera 133
Rear-view mirror, automatic- dim 56
Recirculated-air mode 146
Recirculating air filter 146
Recirculation, see Recircula‐ ted-air mode 146
Recommended tyre makes 177
Recycling 192
Refuelling 172
Remaining distance 85
Remedying flat tyres 178
Remote control/key 32
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