transmission BMW M6 CONVERTIBLE 2013 F12 Owner's Guide

Driving through waterDrive though calm water only and only if it is
not deeper than. 9.8 inches/25 cm and at this
height, no faster than walking speed, up to 6 mph/10 km/h.
Adhere to water depth and speed limita‐
tions
Do not exceed this water depth and walking
speed; otherwise, the vehicle's engine, the
electrical systems and the transmission may
be damaged.◀
Braking safely
Your vehicle is equipped with ABS as a stand‐
ard feature.
Applying the brakes fully is the most effective
way of braking in situations when this is neces‐
sary.
The vehicle maintains steering responsive‐
ness. You can still avoid any obstacles with a
minimum of steering effort.
The pulsing of the brake pedal indicates that
ABS is in its active mode.
In certain braking situations, the perforated
brake discs can cause functional problems.
However, this has no effect on the perform‐
ance and operational reliability of the brake.
Objects in the area around the pedals No objects in the area around the pedals
Keep floor mats, carpets, and any other
objects out of the area of motion of the pedals;
otherwise, the function of the pedals could be
impeded while driving
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 fixed in
place.
Ensure that the floor mats are securely fas‐
tened again after they were removed for clean‐
ing, for example.◀Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet coated with road salt or
there is heavy rain, briefly exert gentle pres‐
sure on the brake pedal every few miles.
Ensure that this action does not endanger
other road users.
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
Drive long or steep downhill gradients in the
gear in which the least braking is required.
Otherwise, the brake system may overheat, re‐
sulting in a reduction in the brake system effi‐
ciency.
Double-clutch transmission:
You can increase the engine's braking effect
by shifting down in sequential mode, refer to
page 71.
Avoid load on the brakes
Avoid placing excessive load on the
brake system. Light but consistent brake pres‐
sure can lead to high temperatures, brake wear
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 is un‐
available with the engine stopped.◀
Brake disc corrosion
The corrosion on the brake discs and the con‐
tamination on the brake pads are furthered by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
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Engine oilVehicle equipment
All standard, country-specific and optional
equipment that is offered in the model series is
described in this chapter. Therefore, equip‐
ment is also described that is not available in a
vehicle, e. g., because of the selected optional
equipment or country variant. This also applies
for safety-related functions and systems.
General information The engine oil consumption is dependent on
the driving style and driving conditions. When
a sporty driving style is used, the engine oil
consumption, for example, is clearly higher.
Therefore, regularly check the engine oil level
after refueling.
When a dynamic driving style is used, such as
when cornering quickly, the system is unable
to measure the engine oil level. With this driv‐
ing style, measure the engine oil level using a
detailed measurement, refer to page 178.
Checking the oil level
electronically
Status display
The concept The oil level is monitored electronically during
driving and shown on the Control Display.
If the oil level reaches the minimum level, a
check control message is displayed.
Requirements
Depending on the previous displays, the status
display is displayed when the engine is running
or after the vehicle has been driven for at least
30 minutes.Displaying the oil level1."Vehicle Info"2."Vehicle status"3. "Engine oil level"
Oil level display messages
Different messages appear on the display de‐
pending on the oil level. Pay attention to these
messages.
If oil level is too low, immediately add 1 US
quart/liter of oil.
Take care not to add too much engine oil.
Too much engine oil
Have the vehicle checked immediately;
otherwise, surplus oil can lead to engine dam‐
age.◀
Detailed measurement
The concept
In the detailed measurement the oil level is
checked and displayed via a scale.
During the measurement, the idle speed is in‐
creased somewhat.
General information
A detailed measurement is only possible with
certain engines.
Requirements
▷Selector lever in transmission position N
and accelerator not depressed.▷Vehicle is on a level road and the engine is
running at operating temperature.Seite 178MobilityEngine oil178
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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.2.Start the engine of the vehicle being
started in the usual way.
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 necessary.
Tow-starting and towing Manual transmission
Observe before towing your vehicle
Gearshift lever in neutral position.
Towing When the parking brake is blocked
The parking brake cannot be released
manually.
Do not tow the vehicle with the parking brake
blocked, or the vehicle can be damaged.
Contact your service center.◀
Follow the towing instructions
Follow all towing instructions; otherwise,
vehicle damage or accidents may occur.◀
▷Make sure that the ignition is switched on;
otherwise, the low beams, tail lamps, turn
signals, and windshield wipers may be un‐
available.▷Do not tow the vehicle with the rear axle
tilted, as the front wheels could turn.▷When the engine is stopped, there is no
power assist. Consequently, more force
needs to be applied when braking and
steering.▷Larger steering wheel movements are re‐
quired.▷The towing vehicle must not be lighter
than the vehicle being towed; otherwise,
it will not be possible to control the vehicle
response.
Tow truck
Have your vehicle transported with a tow truck
with a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Do not lift the vehicle
Do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting or
body and chassis parts; otherwise, damage
may result.◀
Automatic transmission: 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.◀
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▷Avoid lateral loading of the tow fitting, e.g.,
do not lift the vehicle by the tow fitting.
Otherwise, damage to the tow fitting and the
vehicle can occur.◀
Screw thread
Push out the cover by pressing on the top
edge.
Tow-starting
Double-clutch transmission Do not tow-start the vehicle.
Due to the double-clutch transmission, the en‐
gine cannot be started by tow-starting.
Have the cause of the starting difficulties rem‐
edied.
Manual transmission
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but
start the engine by jump-starting, refer to
page 192. If the vehicle is equipped with a cat‐
alytic converter, only tow-start while the en‐
gine is cold.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Ignition, refer to page 64, on.3.Engage third gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the
clutch pressed and slowly release the
clutch. After the engine starts, immediately
press on the clutch again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard
warning system.6.Have the vehicle checked.Seite 195Breakdown assistanceMobility195
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Manual transmission:1.Drive into the car wash.2.Shift to neutral.3.Switch the engine off.4.Switch on the ignition.
Automatic transmission:
Double-clutch transmission:
1.Drive into the car wash.2.Engage transmission position N.3.Switch the engine off.
In this way, the ignition remains switched
on, and a Check-Control message is dis‐
played.
Do not turn off the ignition in the car
wash
Do not turn off the ignition in the car wash;
otherwise, the transmission position P is
engaged and damages can result.◀
To start the engine:
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
Pressing the Start/Stop button without step‐
ping on the brake turns the ignition off.
The vehicle cannot be locked from the outside
when in transmission position N. A signal is
sounded when an attempt is made to lock the
vehicle.
Transmission position
Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:
▷When the ignition is switched off.▷After approx. 15 minutes.
Headlamps
▷Do not rub dry and do not use abrasive or
caustic cleansers.▷Soak areas that have been soiled e.g. due
to insects, with shampoo and wash off with
water.▷Thaw ice with deicing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
After washing the vehicle
After washing the vehicle, apply the brakes
briefly to dry them; otherwise, braking action
can be reduced and corrosion of the brake
discs can occur.
Completely remove all residues on the win‐
dows, to minimize loss of visibility due to
smearing and to reduce wiper noises and
wiper blade wear.
Vehicle care
Car care products BMW recommends using cleaning and care
products from BMW, since these have been
tested and approved.
Car care and cleaning products
Follow the instructions on the container.
When cleaning the interior, open the doors or
windows.
Only use products intended for cleaning vehi‐
cles.
Cleansers can contain substances that are
dangerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention. Environmental influences in
areas with elevated air pollution or natural con‐
taminants, such as tree resin or pollen can af‐
fect the vehicle's paintwork. Tailor the fre‐
quency and extent of your car care to these
influences.
Aggressive substances, such as spilled fuel,
oil, grease or bird droppings, must be removed
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Length, wheel base1Wheel base: 112.2 inches/2,851 mm2Length: 193.0 inches/4,903 mm
Smallest turning circle
Dia.: 39.7 ft/12.1 m
Weights
The values preceding the slash apply to vehi‐
cles with manual transmission; the values fol‐lowing the slash apply to vehicles with double
clutch transmission. M6Approved gross vehicle weightlbs/kg5,315/2,411Loadlbs
kg835/800
379/363Approved front axle loadlbs/kg2,645/1,200Approved rear axle loadlbs/kg2,780/1,261Cargo area capacity
With cargo area partition flipped upcu ft/l
cu ft/l10.6/300
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Settings, storing for seat, mir‐rors, steering wheel 56
Shift Lights 73
Shoulder support 53
Side airbags 98
Side View 132
Signaling, horn 12
Signals when unlocking 39
Sitting safely 51
Size 204
Ski bag 145
Smallest turning circle 205
Smoker's package 143
Snow chains 175
Socket 144
Socket, OBD Onboard Diag‐ nostics 183
SOS button 190
Spare fuse 188
Speaker lighting 97
Specified engine oil types 179
Speed, average 89
Speed limit detection, on‐ board computer 90
Speed limiter, display 87
Speed Limit Information 87
Speed limit in the com‐ puter 90
Split screen 20
Stability control systems 119
Standard view, head-up dis‐ play 134
Start/stop, automatic func‐ tion 66
Start/Stop button 64
Start function during malfunc‐ tion 31
Starting the engine 65
Status display, tires 102
Status information, iDrive 19
Status of Owner's Manual 6
Steering assistance 122
Steering wheel, adjusting 59
Steering wheel heating 59
Steering wheel memory 56 Stopping the engine 66
Storage compartments 146
Storage compartments, loca‐ tions 146
Storage, tires 172
Storing the vehicle 200
Summer tires, tread 170
Supplementary text mes‐ sage 81
Surround View 127
Switch, refer to Cockpit 12
Symbols 6
SYNC program, automatic cli‐ mate control 138
System states of the driving dynamics 85
T
Tachometer 82
Tail and brake lamps 186
Tailgate 37
Tailgate via remote con‐ trol 35
Tail lamps 186
Tail lamps, bulb replace‐ ment 186
Technical changes, refer to Safety 7
Technical data 204
Technology, BMW M 152
Telephone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertain‐
ment and Communication
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 137
Temperature display, external temperature 83
Temperature, engine oil 82
Terminal, starting aid 192
Text message, supplemen‐ tary 81
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 40
Theft protection, refer to Central locking system 33 Thermal camera, refer to
Night Vision 110
Thigh support 52
Tilt alarm sensor 41
Tilt, seats 51
Time of arrival 90
Tire damage 170
Tire identification marks 169
Tire inflation pressure 167
Tire inflation pressure moni‐ tor, refer to FTM 104
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 102
Tires, changing 171
Tire sealant 172
Tires, everything on wheels and tires 167
Tire tread 170
Tone, see user's manual for Navigation, Entertainment
and Communication
Tools 184
Top View 130
Total vehicle weight 205
Tow fitting 194
Towing 193
Tow-starting 193
Tow truck 193
TPM Tire Pressure Moni‐ tor 102
Transmission positions 70
Transporting children safely 61
Tread, tires 170
Trip computer 90
Triple turn signal activa‐ tion 75
Trip odometer 83
Truck for tow-starting/ towing 193
Trunk, cargo area partition 45
Trunk lid 37
Trunk lid, emergency unlock‐ ing 38
Trunk lid, hotel function 37 Seite 215Everything from A to ZReference215
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