remote start BMW M6 COUPE 2015 F13M Owner's Manual
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Replacing the battery1.Remove integrated key from remote con‐
trol.2.Push in the catch with the key, arrow 1.3.Remove the cover of the battery compart‐
ment, arrow 2.4.Insert a battery of the same type with the
positive side facing up.5.Press the cover closed.
Take the used battery to a recycling
center or to your service center.
New remote controls New remote controls are available from the
service center.
Loss of the remote controls Lost remote controls can be disabled by your
service center.
Emergency detection of remote
control
It is possible to switch on the ignition or start
the engine in situations such as the following:
▷Interference of radio transmission to re‐
mote control by external sources e.g., by
radio masts.▷Empty battery in remote control.▷Interference from radio transmissions
through mobile devices in close proximity
to remote control.▷Interference of radio transmission by
charger while charging items such as mo‐
bile devices in the vehicle.
A Check Control message is displayed if an at‐
tempt is made to switch on the ignition or start
the engine.
Starting the engine with emergency
detection of the remote control
M double-clutch transmission: if a correspond‐
ing Check Control message appears, hold the
remote control, as shown, against the marked
area on the steering column and press the
Start/Stop button within 10 seconds while
pressing the brake.
Manual transmission: if a corresponding Check
Control message appears, hold the remote
control, as shown, against the marked area on
the steering column and press the Start/Stop
button within 10 seconds while pressing the
clutch pedal.
If the remote control is not recognized: slightly
change the height position of the remote con‐
trol and repeat the procedure.
Personal Profile
The concept Personal Profile provides three profiles, using
which personal vehicle settings can be stored.
Every remote control has one of these profiles
assigned.
If the vehicle is unlocked using a remote con‐
trol, the assigned personal profile will be acti‐
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other vehicle equipped with the Personal Pro‐
file function.
The following export options are available:▷Via BMW Online.▷Via the USB port to a USB device.
Popular file systems for USB devices are
supported. FAT32 and exFAT are the rec‐
ommended formats for profile export.
Other formats may not support the export.1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Export profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Importing profiles
Profiles exported via BMW Online can also be
imported via BMW Online.
Profiles stored on a USB device can be im‐
ported via the USB interface.
Existing settings are overwritten with the im‐
ported profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Import profile"4.BMW Online: "BMW Online"
USB interface: "USB device"
Using the guest profile
The guest profile is for individual settings that
are saved in none of the three personal pro‐
files.
This can be useful for drivers who are using
the vehicle temporarily and do not have their
own profile.
1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Guest"
The guest profile cannot be renamed. It is not
assigned to the current remote control.
Display profile list during start
The profile list can be displayed during each
start to select the desired profile.1."Settings"2."Profiles"3."Options"4."Display user list at startup"
Using the remote control
Note Take the remote control with youPeople or animals left unattended in a
parked vehicle can lock the doors from the in‐
side. Always take the remote control with you
when leaving the vehicle so that the vehicle
can then be opened from the outside.◀
Unlocking Press button on the remote control.
▷All doors, the tailgate, and the fuel filler flap
are being unlocked.▷Interior lamps and courtesy lamps are acti‐
vated. This function is not available, if the
interior lamps were switched off manually.▷The welcome lamps are switched on, if this
function was activated.▷Exterior mirrors folded through convenient
closing are folded open.
You can set how the vehicle is to be unlocked.
For Settings, refer to page 42.
Anti-theft protection is switched off.
The alarm system, refer to page 44, is dis‐
armed.
Convenient opening Press and hold this button on the re‐mote control after unlocking.
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Closing
Recessed grips in the interior trim of the trunk
lid make it easier to pull down the lid.
Locking separately The trunk lid can be locked separately using
the switch in the center armrest. If the center
arm rest is locked, the trunk lid cannot be
opened.
▷Trunk lid secured, arrow 1.▷Trunk lid not secured, ar‐
row 2.
Slide the switch into the arrow 1 position. This
secures the trunk lid and disconnects it from
the central locking system.
This is beneficial when the vehicle is parked
using valet service. The infrared remote con‐
trol can be handed out without the key.
Emergency unlocking
Pull the handle inside the cargo area.
The trunk lid unlocks.
Comfort Access
The concept
The vehicle can be accessed without activat‐
ing the remote control.
All you need to do is to have the remote con‐
trol with you, such as in your pants pocket.
The vehicle automatically detects the remote
control when it is in close proximity or in the
car's interior.
Comfort Access supports the following func‐
tions:▷Unlocking/locking of the vehicle.▷Convenient closing.▷Open the trunk lid individually.▷Start the engine.
Functional requirements
▷There are no external sources of interfer‐
ence nearby.▷To lock the vehicle, the remote control
must be located outside of the vehicle.▷The next unlocking and locking cycle is not
possible until after approx. 2 seconds.▷The engine can only be started if the re‐
mote control is in the vehicle.
Unlocking
Grasp the handle of a vehicle door completely,
arrow.
This corresponds with pressing the button on
the remote control.
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Safety mode1.Close the driver's door or reel on the igni‐
tion.2.Press and hold the desired button 1 or 2
until the adjustment procedure is com‐
pleted.
Calling up of a seat position
deactivated
After a brief period, calling up stored seat posi‐
tions is deactivated to save battery power.
To reactivate calling up of a seat position:
▷Open or close the door or trunk lid.▷Press a button on the remote control.▷Press the Start/Stop button.
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors
General information The mirror on the passenger side is more
curved than the driver's side mirror.
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the mir‐
ror setting is stored for the profile currently in
use. When the vehicle is unlocked via the re‐
mote control, the position is automatically re‐
trieved if this function is active.
Note Estimating distances correctly
Objects reflected in the mirror are closer
than they appear. Do not estimate the distance
to the traffic behind you based on what you
see in the mirror, as this will increase your risk
of an accident.◀
At a glance1Adjusting 562Left/right, Automatic Curb Monitor3Fold in and out 57
Selecting a mirror
To change over to the other mirror:
Slide the switch.
Adjusting electrically The setting corresponds to the direc‐
tion in which the button is pressed.
Saving positions
Seat, mirror, and steering wheel memory, refer
to page 55.
Adjusting manually In case of electrical malfunction press edges of
mirror.
Automatic Curb Monitor The concept
If reverse gear is engaged, the mirror glass on
the front passenger side is tilted downward.
This improves your view of the curb and other
low-lying obstacles when parking, e.g.
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The radio-ready state switches off automati‐
cally:▷After approx. 8 minutes.▷When the vehicle is locked using the cen‐
tral locking system.▷Shortly before the battery is discharged
completely, so that the engine can still be
started.
The radio-ready state remains active if, e.g.,
the ignition is automatically switched off for the
following reasons:
▷Opening or closing the driver's door.▷Unfastening of the driver's safety belt.▷When automatically switching from low
beams to parking lights.
If the engine is switched off and the ignition is
switched on, the system automatically
switches to the radio-ready state if the lights
are turned off or, if correspondingly equipped,
the daytime running lights are activated.
Starting the engine
Hints Enclosed areas
Do not let the engine run in enclosed
areas, since breathing in exhaust fumes may
lead to loss of consciousness and death. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and colorless but highly toxic gas.◀
Unattended vehicle
Do not leave the vehicle unattended with
the engine running; doing so poses a risk of
danger.
Before leaving the vehicle with the engine run‐
ning, set the parking brake and engage trans‐
mission position P; otherwise, the vehicle may
begin to move.◀
Repeated starting in quick succession
Avoid trying to start the vehicle repeat‐
edly and in quick succession. Otherwise, the
fuel is not burned or is inadequately burned,
posing a risk of overheating and damage to the
catalytic converter.◀
Do not wait for the engine to warm-up while
the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at
moderate engine speeds.
M double-clutch transmission
Starting the engine1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a
certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐
gine starts.
Manual transmission
Starting the engine
1.Depress the brake pedal.2.Press on the clutch pedal and shift to neu‐
tral.3.Press the Start/Stop button.
The ignition is activated automatically for a
certain time and is stopped as soon as the en‐
gine starts.
Engine stop
Hints Take the remote control with you
Take the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐
not start the engine.◀
Apply parking brake and further secure
the vehicle if needed.
Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐
erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward
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Activating/deactivating the system
manually
Using the button
Press button.
▷LED comes on: Auto Start/Stop function is
deactivated.
The engine is started during an automatic
engine stop.
The engine can only be stopped or started
via the Start/Stop button.▷LED goes out: Auto Start/Stop function is
activated.
Switching off the vehicle during an
automatic engine stop
During an automatic engine stop, the vehicle
can be switched off permanently, e. g., when
leaving it.
1.Press the Start/Stop button. The ignition is
switched off. The Auto Start/Stop function
is deactivated.
P is engaged automatically.2.Set the parking brake.
Engine start as usual via Start/Stop button.
Automatic deactivation
In certain situations, Auto Start/Stop function
is deactivated automatically for safety reasons
as if the driver were absent.
Malfunction
The Auto Start/Stop function no longer
switches off the engine automatically. A Check Control message is displayed. It is possible to
continue driving. Have the system checked.
Parking brake The conceptThe parking brake is used to prevent the vehi‐
cle from rolling when it is parked.
Overview
Parking brake
Setting Apply parking brake and further secure
the vehicle if needed.
Set the parking brake firmly when parking; oth‐
erwise, the vehicle could roll. On steep upward
and downward inclines, further secure the ve‐
hicle, e.g., by turning the steering wheel in the
direction of the curb.◀
Take the remote control with youTake the remote control with you when
leaving the vehicle so that children, e.g., can‐
not release the parking brake.◀
Pull the reel.
The LED lights up.
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Displaying energy recovery1."Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3.If necessary, "M dynamic driving syst."
The display for the energy recovery is
active.
Display of the dynamic driving sys‐
tems, refer to page 85.
EfficientDynamics display
Displaying Efficient Dynamics
Information on fuel consumption and technol‐ ogy can be displayed while driving.
1."Vehicle info"2."EfficientDynamics"
Displaying fuel consumption history
The average fuel consumption can be dis‐
played within an adjustable time frame.
"Consumption history"
Adjusting fuel consumption history time frame
Select the symbol.
Resetting fuel consumption history
1.Open "Options".2."Reset consumption history"
Displaying EfficientDynamics info
The current efficiency can be displayed.
"EfficientDynamics info"
The following systems are displayed:
▷Auto Start/Stop function.▷Energy recovery.▷Climate control output.Dynamic driving systems
Display The dynamic driving system
states are displayed in the in‐
strument cluster.SymbolsDescriptionM Engine Dynamics Control, refer
to page 76.Dynamic Damping Control, refer to
page 126.Servotronic, refer to page 126.
Activate display
1."Settings"2."Instrument cluster"3.If necessary, "M dynamic driving syst."
The display for the dynamic driving
systems is active.
Display for current consumption, refer
to page 84, and energy recovery, refer to
page 84.
Service requirements
The concept After the ignition is turned on the instrument
cluster briefly displays available driving dis‐
tance or time to the next scheduled mainte‐
nance.
Your service specialist can read the current
service requirements from your remote con‐
trol.
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4.Likewise, press and hold the button of the
desired function on the hand-held trans‐
mitter.5.Release both buttons as soon as the inte‐
rior rearview mirror LED flashes more rap‐
idly. The LED flashing faster indicates that
the button on the interior rearview mirror
has been programmed. The system can
then be controlled by the button on the in‐
terior rearview mirror.
If the LED does not flash faster after at
least 60 seconds, change the distance and
repeat the step. Several more attempts at
different distances may be necessary. Wait
at least 15 seconds between attempts.
Canada: if programming with the hand-
held transmitter was interrupted, hold
down the interior rearview mirror button
and repeatedly press and release the
hand-held transmitter button for 2 sec‐
onds.
Controls
Before operation
Before operating a system using the uni‐
versal garage door opener, ensure that there are no people, animals, or objects within the
range of movement of the remote-controlled
system; otherwise, there is a risk of injury or
damage.
Also follow the safety instructions of the hand-
held transmitter.◀
The system, such as the garage door, can be
operated using the button on the interior rear‐
view mirror while the engine is running or when
the ignition is started. To do this, hold down
the button within receiving range of the system
until the function is activated. The interior rear‐ view mirror LED stays lit while the wireless sig‐
nal is being transmitted.
Deleting stored functions Press and hold the left and right button on the
interior rearview mirror simultaneously for ap‐
proximately 20 seconds until the LED flashes
rapidly. All stored functions are deleted. The
functions cannot be deleted individually.
Sun visor Glare shieldFold the sun visor down or up.
Vanity mirror A vanity mirror is located in the sun visor be‐
hind a cover. When the cover is opened, the
mirror lighting switches on.
Ashtray/cigarette lighterManual transmission: opening
Press on the cover.
Open
Press button.
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 122
Acceleration Assistant, refer to Launch Control 75
Accessories and parts 7
Activated-charcoal filter 142
Active Blind Spot Detec‐ tion 117
Active M differential 126
Active Protection 119
Active seat, front 51
Active seat ventilation, front 51
Adaptive brake lights, refer to Brake force display 119
Adaptive Light Control 96
Additives, oil 184
Adjusting, steering wheel 58
Adjustments, seats/head re‐ straints 49
After washing vehicle 201
Airbags 100
Airbags, indicator/warning light 101
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐ culated-air mode 141
Air, dehumidifying, refer to Cooling function 141
Air distribution, manual 140
Air flow, automatic climate control 140
Air outlets, see ventila‐ tion 142
Air pressure, tires 172
Alarm system 44
Alarm, unintentional 45
All around the center con‐ sole 16 All around the interior rear‐
view mirror 17
All around the steering wheel 14
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 177
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 145
Alternative oil types 185
Animal detection, see Night Vision 113
Antifreeze, washer fluid 71
Antilock Brake System, ABS 122
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 124
Approved axle load 206
Approved engine oils, see Suitable engine oil
types 185
Armrest, refer to Front center armrest 151
Arrival time 90
Ashtray 146
Assistance when driving off 122
Attentiveness assistant 119
AUTO intensity 140
Automatic car wash 200
Automatic Curb Monitor 56
Automatic deactivation, front- seat passenger airbags 102
Automatic headlight con‐ trol 96
Automatic locking 43
Automatic recirculated-air control 141
Automatic Soft Closing, doors 40
AUTO program, automatic cli‐ mate control 140 AUTO program, intensity 140
Auto Start/Stop function 65
Average fuel consumption 89
Average speed 89
Axle loads, weights 206
B Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 50
Backrest, seats 49
Backrest, width 50
Band-aids, refer to First aid kit 195
Bar for tow-starting/ towing 198
Battery replacement, vehicle battery 192
Battery replacement, vehicle remote control 35
Battery, vehicle 192
Belts, safety belts 52
Beverage holder, cu‐ pholder 152
Blinds, sun protection 46
BMW Assist, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
BMW Driver’s Guide App 6
BMW Homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW maintenance sys‐ tem 187
BMW M technology 156
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 152
Brake assistant 122
Brake discs, break-in 158
Brake force display 119
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Brake lights, brake force dis‐play 119
Brake lights, bulb replace‐ ment 191
Brake pads, break-in 158
Braking, hints 160
Breakdown assistance 194
Break-in 158
Brightness of Control Dis‐ play 92
Bulb replacement, front 189
Bulb replacement, rear 191
Button, Start/Stop 63
Bypassing, refer to Jump- starting 196
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 lenses, care 203
Camera, rearview cam‐ era 133
Camera, Side View 135
Camera, Top View 137
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 152
Car battery 192
Carbon ceramic brake M 156
Car care products 201
Care, displays 203
Care, vehicle 201
Cargo 162
Cargo area, storage compart‐ ments 152
Cargo, securing 163
Cargo straps, securing cargo 163
Car key, refer to Remote con‐ trol 34 Carpet, care 203
Car wash 200
Catalytic converter, refer to Hot exhaust system 159
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 187
CD/Multimedia, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
Center console 16
Central locking system 40
Central screen, refer to Con‐ trol Display 18
Ceramic brake 156
Changes, technical, refer to Safety 7
Changing parts 189
Changing wheels 191
Changing wheels/tires 176
Chassis number, see vehicle identification number 9
Check Control 79
Checking the engine oil level electronically 183
Checking the oil level elec‐ tronically 183
Children, seating position 59
Children, transporting safely 59
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 59
Child restraint fixing system LATCH 61
Child restraint fixing systems, mounting 59
Child seat, mounting 59
Child seats 59
Chrome parts, care 202
Cigarette lighter 146
Cleaning displays 203
Climate control 139
Climate control laminated tinted safety glass 159
Climate control wind‐ shield 159 Clock 83
Closing/opening via door lock 39
Closing/opening with remote control 37
Clothes hooks 151
Combination reel, refer to Turn signals 69
Combination switch, refer to Wiper system 69
Comfort Access 41
Compound brake 156
Compressor 177
Computer, refer to On-board computer 88
Condensation on win‐ dows 140
Condensation under the vehi‐ cle 161
Condition Based Service CBS 187
Confirmation signal 43
ConnectedDrive, see user's manual for Navigation, En‐
tertainment and Communi‐
cation
ConnectedDrive Services
Control Display 18
Control Display, settings 91
Controller 18
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 122
Convenient opening with the remote control 37
Coolant 186
Coolant level 186
Coolant temperature 83
Cooling function 141
Cooling, maximum 141
Cooling system 186
Cornering light 96
Corrosion on brake discs 161
Cosmetic mirror 146
Courtesy lamps during un‐ locking 37 Seite 209Everything from A to ZReference209
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