remote control BMW Z4 SDRIVE28I 2012 Service Manual

Socket for OBD Onboard
Diagnosis
An OBD socket for testing components that are
critical to exhaust composition is located under
a cover on the driver's side.
Emissions
▷The warning lamp lights up:
The emissions values are deterio‐
rating. Have the vehicle checked as
soon as possible.▷The warning lamp flashes under certain cir‐
cumstances:
This indicates that there is excessive misfir‐
ing in the engine.
Reduce the vehicle speed and have the sys‐
tem checked immediately; otherwise, seri‐
ous engine misfiring within a brief period can
seriously damage emission control compo‐
nents, in particular the catalytic converter.
Display of the previously described mal‐
functions on Canadian models.
Fuel cap The indicator lamp lights up.
If the fuel cap is not properly tightened,
the OBD system may conclude that fuel vapor is
escaping. If the cap is then tightened, the display
should go out in a short time.
Data memory
Your vehicle records data relating to vehicle op‐
eration, faults and user settings. These data are
stored in the remote control and can be read out
with suitable devices, particularly when the ve‐
hicle is serviced. The data obtained in this way
provide valuable information for service proc‐
esses and repair or for optimizing and develop‐
ing vehicle functions further. In addition, if you
signed a service contract for Assist, certain ve‐
hicle data can be sent directly from the vehicle
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Use a clean tissue, cloth or something similar, or
hold the bulb by its base.◀
Light-emitting diodes LED
Light-emitting diodes installed behind translu‐
cent lenses serve as the light source for many of
the controls and displays in your vehicle.
These light-emitting diodes, which operate us‐
ing a concept similar to that applied in conven‐
tional lasers, are officially designated as Class 1
light-emitting diodes.
Do not remove the covers
Do not remove the covers, and never stare
into the unfiltered light for several hours; other‐
wise, irritation of the retina could result.◀
Headlamp glass
Condensation can form on the inside of the ex‐
ternal lamps in cool or humid weather. When you
drive with the lights switched on, the conden‐
sation evaporates after a short time. The head‐
lamp glasses do not need to be changed.
If the condensation in the headlamps does not
evaporate after trips with the lights switched on,
and the amount of moisture in the headlamps
increases, for example if water droplets form,
have them checked by your service center.
Xenon headlamps
Because of the long life of these bulbs, the like‐
lihood of failure is very low. Switching the lamps
on and off frequently shortens their life.
Do not perform work/bulb replacement on
xenon headlamps
Have any work on the xenon lighting system, in‐
cluding bulb replacement, performed only by a
service center.
Due to the high voltage present in the system,
there is the danger of fatal injuries if work is car‐
ried out improperly.◀Parking lamps, roadside parking lamps,
daytime running lights
H8 bulb, 35 watt1.Switch off the lamps and take the remote
control out of the ignition lock.2.Turn the upper access cover to the left and
remove it, see arrow.3.Turn the bulb by approx. 90°, see arrow 1,
and pull it out, see arrow 2.4.Disconnect the plug, change the bulb and
reconnect the plug.5.Insert the bulb and turn it until it stops.6.Screw on the access cover tightly by turning
it to the right.
Attach the access cover carefully
Be careful when attaching the access
cover; otherwise, it may leak, causing damage to
the headlamp system.◀
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CareVehicle equipment
This chapter describes all series equipment as
well as country-specific and special equipment
offered for this model series.Therefore, it also
describes equipment that may not be found in
your vehicle, for instance due to the selected
special equipment or the country version. This
also applies to safety-related functions and sys‐
tems.
Car washes
Notes Steam jets or high-pressure washers
When using steam jets or high-pressure
washers, hold them a sufficient distance away
and use a maximum temperature of 140 ℉/
60 ℃.
Holding them too close or using excessively
high pressures or temperatures can cause dam‐
age or preliminary damage that may then lead to
long-term damage.
Follow the operating instructions for the high-
pressure washer.◀
Cleaning sensors/cameras with high-
pressure washers
When using high-pressure washers, do not
spray the seals of the retractable hardtop and
the exterior sensors and cameras, for Park Dis‐
tance Control, for instance, for extended periods
of time and only from a distance of at least 12 in/
30 cm.◀
Wash your vehicle frequently, particularly in win‐
ter.
Intense soiling and road salt can damage the ve‐
hicle.Washing in automatic car washes
Give preference to cloth car washes or those
that use soft brushes in order to avoid paint
damage.
Notes
Note the following:▷Make sure that the wheels and tires are not
damaged by the transport mechanisms.▷Fold in the exterior mirrors; otherwise, they
may be damaged, depending on the width of
the vehicle.▷Deactivate the rain sensor, refer to page 51,
to avoid unintentional wiper activation.▷Unscrew the road antenna.
Guide rails in car washes
Avoid car washes with guide rails higher
than 4 in/10 cm; otherwise, the vehicle body
could be damaged.◀
Before driving into a car wash
The vehicle is able to roll if the following steps
are taken.
Manual transmission
1.Shift to neutral.2.Release the parking brake, refer to page 49.3.Switch the engine off.4.Leave the remote control in the ignition lock.
Sport automatic transmission
1.Insert the remote control into the ignition
lock, even with Comfort Access.2.Engage transmission position N.3.Release the parking brake, refer to page 49.4.Switch the engine off.5.Leave the remote control in the ignition lock
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Transmission position P is engaged automati‐
cally:▷Automatically after approx. 30 minutes.▷When the remote control is removed from
the ignition lock.
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 de-icing spray; do not use an
ice scraper.
Retractable hardtop
When you open a wet hardtop, water drops may
run into the cargo area. If necessary, remove
items from the cargo area beforehand to avoid
water stains or soiling.
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.
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 dan‐
gerous and harmful to your health.◀
Vehicle paint
Regular care contributes to driving safety and
value retention.
Environmental influences can act on the vehicle
paint. Tailor the frequency and extent of your car
care to these influences.
Leather care
Remove dust from the leather often, using a
cloth or vacuum cleaner.
Otherwise, particles of dust and road grime
chafe in pores and folds, and lead to increased
wear and premature degradation of the leather
surface.
To guard against discoloration, such as from
clothing, provide leather care roughly every two
months.
Clean light-colored leather more frequently as
dust and dirt are more noticeable.
Use leather care products; otherwise, dirt and
grease will gradually break down the protective
layer of the leather surface.
Suitable care products are available from the
service center.
Upholstery material care
Vacuum regularly with a vacuum cleaner.
If they are very dirty, e.g., beverage stains, use a
soft sponge or microfiber cloth with a suitable
interior cleaner.
Clean the upholstery down to the seams using
large sweeping motions. Avoid rubbing the ma‐
terial vigorously.
Damage from Velcro® fasteners
Open Velcro® fasteners on pants or other
articles of clothing can damage the seat covers.
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12CauseHow to respondThe cargo area partition is not in the lower‐
most position.Press down the cargo area parti‐
tion until it engages on both
sides.Roof activation only possible while vehicle is
stationary.The vehicle is not level; roof activation is not
possible.Move the vehicle to a level sur‐
face.The trunk lid is open.The fuel cap is missing or loose.Make sure that the fuel cap is
correctly positioned and close it
until it clicks audibly. Do not jam
the strap between the fuel cap
and the vehicle.The windshield washer fluid level is too low.Add washer fluid as soon as pos‐
sible, refer to page 52.Lights up in red:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements,
refer to page 65.Lights up in yellow:The engine will start the next time the Start/
Stop button is touched, possibly without the
brake or clutch being depressedThe remote control is malfunctioning or, in
cars with Comfort Access, was not detected.The engine cannot be started.
Have the remote control
checked, if necessary.The battery in the remote control is dis‐
charged.Use the remote control for a lon‐
ger journey or, in cars with Com‐
fort Access, replace the battery.The belt tensioners and/or airbag system has
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Band-aids, refer to First aidkit 177
Bar, refer to Towing meth‐ ods 180
Battery– Disposal 30, 175– Power failure 174– Remote control 20– Replacement in the remote
control 30– Replacement, vehicle bat‐
tery 174– Vehicle 174
Before entering the car
wash 182
Being towed 179
Belts, refer to Safety belts 38
Belt tensioners, refer to Safety belts 38
Beverage holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 105
Blower, refer to Air flow rate 90, 93
BMW Assist 145
BMW Assist, refer to Connec‐ tedDrive 145
BMW EfficientDynamics, refer to Saving fuel 112
BMW homepage 6
BMW Internet page 6
BMW Maintenance Sys‐ tem 168
Bottle holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 105
Brake assistant, refer to Dy‐ namic Brake Control 81
Brake discs, breaking in 108
Brake force display 80
Brake force distribution, elec‐ tronic 81
Brake lamps
– Brake force display 80– Bulb replacement 172, 173
Brake lights, adaptive 80
Brake pads, breaking in 108
Brakes
– ABS 81Braking– Notes 109– Parking brake 49
Braking safely 109
Breakdown assistance 177
Breaking in 108
Bulbs, replacing, refer to Lamps and bulbs 170
Button for starting the engine, refer to Start/Stop button 45
Buttons on the steering wheel 12
Bypassing, see Starting aid 177
C
California Proposition 65 Warning 7
Camera, care 185
Can holder, refer to Cu‐ pholder 105
Capacities
– Cargo area, refer to
Weights 204– Fuel tank, refer to Filling ca‐
pacities 206
Car battery 174
Car care products 183
Care 182
Care, displays 185
Care, vehicle 183
Cargo 110
Cargo area
– Capacity 204– Lamp, refer to Interior
lamps 72– Opening from the inside 27– Opening from the out‐
side 27
Cargo, securing 101
Cargo straps, securing cargo 112
Car key, refer to Integrated key/remote control 20
Carpet, care 184
Car phone– Installation location, refer to
Center armrest 103
Car vacuum cleaner, connect‐
ing, refer to Connecting elec‐
trical devices 100
Car wash 182
Car wash
– With Comfort Access 29
Catalytic converter, refer to
Hot exhaust system 109
CBS Condition Based Serv‐ ice 168
CD/DVD changer 124
CD/DVD notes 126
Cell phone, installation loca‐ tion, refer to Center arm‐
rest 103
Center armrest 103
Center brake lamp
– Bulb replacement 173
Center console, refer to
Around the center con‐
sole 15
Central locking
– Comfort Access 28– From the inside 26– Setting the unlocking char‐
acteristics 22
Central locking system
– From the outside 21– Principle 21
Changes, technical, refer to
Safety 6
Changing wheels/tires 161
Chassis number, refer to En‐ gine compartment 163
Check Control 66
Children, transporting safely 43
Child restraint fixing sys‐ tem 43
Child seats, refer to Transport‐ ing children safely 43
Chrome parts, care 184
Circulation of air, refer to Re‐ circulated air mode 90, 94
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Cleaning, displays 185
Cleaning your BMW, refer to Care 182
Clock 60
Clock– 12h/24h format 63
Closing
– From the inside 26– From the outside 22
Cockpit 12
Cold start, refer to Starting the engine 46
Combination instrument, refer to Instrument cluster 14
Combination switch
– Refer to Washer/wiper sys‐
tem 51
Comfort Access
– Battery replacement 30– In a car wash 29
Comfort area, refer to Around
the center console 15
COMFORT program, Dynamic Driving Control 83
Compartment for remote con‐ trol, refer to Ignition lock 45
Compartments, refer to Stor‐ age compartments 104
Compass 98
Computer 62
Computer
– Displays on the radio dis‐
play 62
Condensation under the vehi‐
cle 110
Condition Based Service CBS 168
Confirmation signals for lock‐ ing/unlocking the vehicle 24
ConnectedDrive 145
Consumption, refer to Aver‐ age fuel consumption 62
Control Display, care 185
Controls and displays 12
Control systems, driving sta‐ bility 81
Convenient loading 23
Convenient opening and clos‐
ing– Retractable hardtop 23– Window 23
Convenient operation 26
Convertible
– Enlarging the trunk 34, 100
Convertible top, refer to Re‐
tractable hardtop 33
Coolant
– Checking the level 167– Temperature 61
Cooling, maximum 93
Cooling system, refer to Cool‐ ant 166
Corrosion on brake discs 110
Courtesy lamps, refer to Inte‐ rior lamps 72
Cradle for telephone or mobile
phone
– Refer to Snap-in adapter in
center armrest storage com‐
partment 103
Cradle for telephone or mobile
phone, refer to Snap-in
adapter 143
Cruise control 85
Cruise control
– Malfunction 86
Cupholder 105
Curb weight, refer to Weights 204
Cylinders, number of, refer to Engine data 202
D
Damage, tires 160
Dashboard lighting, refer to In‐ strument lighting 71
Dashboard, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Data, technical 202
Data, technical
– Dimensions 203– Engine 202– Filling capacities 206– Weights 204Date– Setting 65
Daytime running lights 69
DBC Dynamic Brake Con‐ trol 81
DCC, refer to Cruise con‐ trol 85
Defogging windows 91
Defroster
– Rear window 91, 94
Defrosting windows 91
Digital clock 60
Digital compass 98
Dimming mirrors 41
Directional indicators, refer to Turn signals 50
Displacement, refer to Engine data 202
Display lighting, refer to Instru‐ ment lighting 71
Displays and controls 12
Displays, care 185
Displays, cleaning 185
Displays, refer to Instrument
cluster 14
Disposal
– Coolant 166– Remote control battery 30– Vehicle battery 175
Distance control, refer to
PDC 87
Door key, refer to Remote con‐ trol with integrated key 20
Door lock 25
Doors, manual operation 26
Doors, unlocking and locking
– Confirmation signals 24– From the inside 26– From the outside 22
DOT Quality Grades 159
Draft-free ventilation 91, 95
Drive-off assistant 84
Drive-off assistant, refer to DSC 81
Driving notes, breaking in 108
Driving notes, general 108
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Footwell lamps, refer to Inte‐rior lamps 72
For your own safety 6
Front airbags 73
FTM Flat Tire Monitor 75
Fuel– Refer to Average fuel con‐
sumption 62
Fuel, average consump‐
tion 62
Fuel consumption display
– Average fuel consump‐
tion 62
Fuel display 61
Fuel filler flap
– Unlocking in case of an elec‐
trical malfunction 152
Fuel gauge 61
Fuel quality 154
Fuel tank capacity, refer to Fill‐ ing capacities 206
Fuel tank contents, refer to Filling capacities 206
Fuses 175
G
Garage door opener, refer to Universal Garage Door
Opener 96
Gasoline 154
Gasoline display 61
Gear display
– 7-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 55– 8-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 55
General driving notes 108
Glove compartment 103
Grilles, refer to Air vents 89
Gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 204
H
Handbrake, refer to Parking brake 49
Hand-held transmitter, alter‐
nating code 97
Hands-free microphone 15
Hardtop 33
Hazard warning system 15
Head airbags 73
Headlamp control, auto‐ matic 69
Headlamp courtesy delay fea‐ ture 68
Headlamp flasher 50
Headlamps, care 183
Headlamps, cleaning 51
Headliner 16
Heating 89
Heating– Mirrors 41– Rear window 91, 94– Seats 38
Heavy cargo, stowing 111
Height adjustment
– Seats 36– Steering wheel 42
Height, refer to Dimen‐
sions 203
High-beam Assistant 71
High beams 70
High beams/low beams, refer to High-beam Assistant 71
High beams, headlamp flasher 70
High-pressure washers 182
Hills 110
Hill start assistant, refer to Drive-off assistant 84
Holder for beverages 105
Holder for remote control, re‐ fer to Ignition lock 45
Homepage 6
Hood 164
Horn 12
Hot exhaust system 109
Hydroplaning 109
I
Ice warning, refer to External temperature warning 60
Icy roads, refer to External temperature warning 60
Identification marks– Tires 158
Ignition 46
Ignition
– Switched off 46– Switched on 46
Ignition key position 1, refer to
Radio ready state 45
Ignition key position 2, refer to Ignition on 46
Ignition key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 20
Ignition lock 45
Indication of a flat tire 76
Indicator and warning lamps 15
Indicator and warning lamps, Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 78
Individual air distribution 90
Inflation pressure monitoring, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 77
Inflation pressure, refer to Tire inflation pressure 155
Inflation pressure warning, tires 75
Initializing
– Compass, refer to Calibrat‐
ing 99– Flat Tire Monitor FTM 76
Installation location
– Telephone 103
Instrument cluster 14
Instrument lighting 71
Instrument panel, refer to In‐ strument cluster 14
Instruments, refer to Cock‐ pit 12
Integrated key 20
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Interior equipment 96
Interior lamps 72
Interior lamps– Remote control 23
Interior rearview mirror 41
Interior rearview mirror
– Automatic dimming 41– Compass 98
Interior temperature, setting,
refer to Air conditioner 90
Interior temperature, setting, refer to Automatic climate
control 92
Intermittent wipe 51
Internet page 6
Interval display, service re‐ quirements 65
iPod/iPhone 128
J
Jacking points 174
K
Keyless Go, refer to Comfort Access 28
Keyless opening and closing, refer to Comfort Access 28
Key Memory, refer to Personal Profile 20
Key, refer to Integrated key/re‐ mote control 20
Kick-down
– 7-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 56– 8-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 53
Knee airbag 73
L
Lamps and bulbs, bulb re‐ placement 170
Lamps, replacing, refer to Lamps and bulbs 170
Lap-and-shoulder belt, refer to
Safety belts 38
Lashing eyes, securing cargo 112
Launch Control, acceleration assistant 58
Leather, care 183
LED, light-emitting di‐ odes 171
Length, refer to Dimen‐ sions 203
License plate lamp, bulb re‐ placement 173
Light 68
Light-alloy wheels, care 184
Light control 70
Light-emitting diodes LED 171
Lighter– Connecting electrical devi‐
ces 100
Lighting
– Instruments 71– Lamps and bulbs 170
Light switch 68
Load 111
Loading 110
Lockable lug bolts, refer to Lug bolt lock 174
Lock buttons, doors, refer to Locking 27
Locking
– From the inside 27– From the outside 23– Setting the confirmation sig‐
nals 24– Without remote control, refer
to Comfort Access 28
Locking the vehicle
– From the inside 26– From the outside 22
Low beams 68
Low beams, automatic, refer to High-beam Assistant 71
Lower back support, refer to Lumbar support 37
Lug bolt lock 174
Lumbar support 37
M
M/S, automatic transmission– 7-gear 57– 8-gear 54
Maintenance 168
Maintenance require‐ ments 168
Maintenance, service require‐ ments 65
Maintenance system, BMW 168
Malfunction
– Door lock 26– Fuel filler flap 152– Parking brake 50
Malfunction warnings, refer to
Check Control 66
Manual air distribution 90
Manual mode
– 7-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 57– 8-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 54
Manual operation
– Door lock 26– Driver's door 26– Fuel filler flap 152– Transmission lock 58
Manual transmission 52
Marking on approved tires 161
Marking, run-flat tires 161
Master key, refer to Remote control with integrated
key 20
Maximum cooling 93
Maximum speed, winter tires 162
Medical kit, refer to First aid kit 177
Memory, refer to Seat and mir‐ ror memory 39
Microfilter
– For air conditioner 91– With automatic climate con‐
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Minimum tread depth,tires 160
Mirror– Mirror memory, refer to Seat
and mirror memory 39
Mirrors
– Automatic Curb Monitor 40– Exterior mirrors 40– Folding in, before driving into
a car wash 41– Heating 41– Interior rearview mirror 41
Mobile communication devi‐
ces in the vehicle 109
Mobile phone, installation lo‐ cation, refer to Center arm‐
rest 103
Modifications, technical, refer to Safety 6
Multifunction switch
– Refer to Turn signals/head‐
lamp flasher 50
N
Nets, refer to Storage com‐ partments 104
New wheels and tires 161
Nozzles, refer to Air vents 89
Nozzles, refer to Ventila‐ tion 91, 94
Nylon rope, refer to Tow rope 180
O
OBD Onboard Diagnos‐ tics 169
Odometer 60
Oil additives 166
Oil change interval, service re‐ quirements 65
Oil consumption 164
Oil level 164
Oil, refer to Engine oil 164
Oil types, alternative 166
Oil types, approved 166
Old batteries, disposal 175
Onboard computer, refer to Computer 62
Onboard Diagnostics OBD 169
Onboard vehicle tool kit 170
Opening and closing– Comfort Access 28– From the inside 26– From the outside 22– Using the door lock 25– Using the remote control 22
Outside-air mode
– Automatic climate con‐
trol 94
Outside air, refer to Recircu‐
lated air mode 90, 94
Overheating of engine, refer to Coolant temperature 61
P
Paint, vehicle 183
Park Distance Control PDC 87
Parked vehicle, condensa‐ tion 110
Parking aid, refer to PDC 87
Parking lamps 68
Passenger airbags, deactivat‐ ing 74
Passenger side mirror, tilt‐ ing 40
PDC Park Distance Con‐ trol 87
Personal Profile 20
Pinch protection
– Windows 32
Plastic, care 184
Pollen
– Refer to Microfilter/acti‐
vated-charcoal filter with au‐
tomatic climate control 95– Refer to Microfilter for air
conditioner 91
Power, refer to Engine
data 202
Power windows, opening and
closing 32
Power windows, refer to Win‐ dows 31
Pressure monitoring of tires, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 77
Pressure, tires 155
Pressure warning, tires 75
Pressure warning, tires– Flat Tire Monitor 75– Tire Pressure Monitor 77
Professional Radio 116
Protective function, refer to
Pinch protection
– Windows 32
R
Radiator fluid, refer to Cool‐ ant 166
Radio-operated key, refer to Remote control with
integrated key 20
Radio ready state 45
Radio ready state
– Switched off 46– Switched on 45
Radio setting, refer to Radio
ready state 45
Rain sensor 51
Range 62
Reading lamps 72
Rear lamps
– Bulb replacement 172
Rear lamps, refer to Tail
lamps 172
Rear lamps, refer to Tail lamps
– Bulb replacement 172, 173
Rearview mirror, refer to Mir‐
rors 40
Rear window defroster 91, 94
Recirculated air mode 90, 94
Reclining seat, refer to Back‐ rest 36
Recommended tire brands 161
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