clutch BMW Z4 SDRIVE35I 2012 User Guide

Ensure that the floor mats are securely fastened
again when they are returned after being re‐
moved, such as for cleaning.◀
Driving in wet conditions
When roads are wet or there is heavy rain, briefly
exert gentle pressure 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, resulting in a
reduction in the brake system efficiency.
You can increase the engine's braking effect by
shifting down, going all the way to first gear, if
necessary.
Downshifting in manual mode of the 8-gear
Sport automatic transmission, refer to page 54.
Downshifting in manual mode of the 7-gear
Sport automatic transmission with dual clutch,
refer to page 57.
Avoid load on the brakes
Avoid placing excessive load on the brake
system. Light but consistent brake pressure can
lead to high temperatures, brake wear and pos‐
sibly even brake failure.◀
Do not drive in neutral
Never drive with the transmission in neu‐
tral, with the engine switched off or with the
clutch depressed; otherwise, you will have nei‐
ther the braking action of the engine or nor its
power assistance when braking or steering.◀Brake disc corrosion
Corrosion on the brake discs and contamination
on the brake pads are furthered by:▷Low mileage.▷Extended periods when the vehicle is not
used at all.▷Infrequent use of the brakes.
Corrosion occurs when the minimum pressure
that must be exerted by the pads during brake
applications to clean the discs is not reached.
Should corrosion form on the brake discs, the
brakes will tend to respond with a pulsating ef‐
fect that generally cannot be corrected.
Condensation under the parked vehicle
When using the automatic climate control, con‐
densation water develops that exits underneath
the vehicle.
Therefore, traces of condensed water under the
vehicle are normal.
Loading Overloading the vehicle
To avoid exceeding the approved carrying
capacity of the tires, never overload the vehicle.
Overloading can lead to overheating and in‐
creases the rate at which damage develops in‐
side the tires. This could result in a sudden loss
of tire inflation pressure.◀
Secure heavy objects
Never transport unsecured heavy or hard
objects in the passenger compartment, as they
could be thrown around and pose a safety haz‐
ard to the vehicle's occupants during abrupt
braking or evasive maneuvers.◀
No fluids in the cargo area
Make sure that fluids do not leak into the
cargo area; otherwise, the vehicle may be dam‐
aged.◀
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Manual transmission
Have the BMW transported with a tow truck with
a so-called lift bar or on a flat bed.
Sport automatic transmission
Have the BMW transported on a flat bed.
Tow-starting
With the Sport automatic transmission, the en‐
gine cannot be started by tow-starting.
If possible, do not tow-start the vehicle but start
the engine by jump-starting, refer to page 177,
it. If the vehicle is equipped with a catalytic con‐
verter, only tow-start while the engine is cold.
1.Switch on the hazard warning system and
comply with local regulations.2.Switch on the ignition, refer to page 45.3.Shift into 3rd gear.4.Have the vehicle tow-started with the clutch
pressed and slowly release the clutch. After
the engine starts, immediately depress the
clutch completely again.5.Stop at a suitable location, remove the tow
bar or rope, and switch off the hazard warn‐
ing system.6.Have the vehicle checked.Seite 181Breakdown assistanceMobility181
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12CauseHow to respondParking brake malfunctioning.
Not functional while vehicle is stationary.Secure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.Parking brake failedSecure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.Indication in Canadian modelsLights up in red:The parking brake is set.Release the parking brake.Lights up in yellow:Parking brake malfunctioning.Have the system checked imme‐
diately.Parking brake malfunctioning.
Emergency braking with the parking brake not
possible.Have the system checked imme‐
diately.Parking brake malfunctioning.
Not functional while vehicle is stationary.Secure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.Parking brake failedSecure vehicle against rolling
when parked. Have the system
checked immediately.External temperature warningDrive conservatively, refer to
page 60.Lights up briefly:
Approx. 2.1 US gal/8 liters of fuel remain in the
tank.
Remains on:
The remaining range is no more than 30 miles/
50 km, refer to page 61.The engine refuses to start.Depress the brake or clutch to
start the engine, refer to
page 46.Seite 187Indicator/warning lampsMobility187
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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
failed.Have the system checked imme‐
diately.Seite 189Indicator/warning lampsMobility189
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12CauseHow to respondLights up in red:The transmission is overheating.Stop the car and engage trans‐
mission position P. Allow the
transmission to cool down. You
can continue your trip at moder‐
ate speeds. Have the system
checked if the situation reoc‐
curs.Lights up in yellow:Manual transmission: the clutch temperature
is too high.Allow the clutch to cool down.
Cooling occurs while the vehicle
is either stationary or moving.
Avoid stop-and-go driving and
driving below walking speed for
lengthy periods. The clutch has
cooled down when this message
disappears. The clutch is not
damaged.The automatic transmission is too hot.Avoid high engine loads. You can
continue your journey, but mod‐
erate your speed and exercise
due caution.Transmission position P is not engaged. The
vehicle is not secured against rolling.The selector lever is malfunctioning.The trip can be continued. Shift
again if necessary. Have the sys‐
tem checked if the situation re‐
occurs.It is possible to engage the gear without de‐
pressing the brake.To change the transmission po‐
sition, always depress the brake.The pinch protection system of the power
windows is malfunctioning.Have the system checked.Seite 197Indicator/warning lampsMobility197
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12CauseHow to respondThe service appointment is overdue.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements,
refer to page 65.Lights up in yellow:Service is due.Arrange a service appointment.
Check the service requirements,
refer to page 65.No service due.Check the service requirements,
refer to page 65.The time and date are no longer correct.Set the time and date, refer to
page 64.Steering assistance has failed.
Markedly different steering response.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution. Have the sys‐
tem checked as soon as possi‐
ble.Damping control is malfunctioning or has
failed.
Driving comfort is impaired.You can continue your journey,
but moderate your speed and ex‐
ercise due caution. Have the sys‐
tem checked as soon as possi‐
ble.The engine was switched off by the Auto Start/
Stop function.To start the engine: press on the
clutch pedal, refer to page 48.The Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function is
deactivated.The Automatic Engine Start/
Stop Function was deactivated
using the button in the center
console, refer to page 48. The
engine will not be switched off or
started automatically. To switch
off/start the engine: press the
Start/Stop button.The Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function
has failed.The engine will not be switched
off or started automatically.
Switch off or start the engine us‐
ing the Start/Stop button. Have
the system checked as soon as
possible.Seite 199Indicator/warning lampsMobility199
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Everything from A to Z
IndexA
ABS, Antilock Brake Sys‐ tem 81
Acceleration assistant, Launch Control 58
Accident, refer to Emergency Request, initiating 176
Activated charcoal filter with automatic climate control 95
Adaptive brake light, refer to Brake force display 80
Adaptive light control 70
Additives– Coolant 166
Additives, oil 166
After washing vehicle 183
Airbags 73
Airbags
– Indicator/warning lamps 75
Air circulation, refer to Recir‐
culated air mode 90, 94
Air conditioner 90
Air conditioning mode
– Air conditioner 90– Automatic climate con‐
trol 92– Ventilation 91, 94
Air distribution
– Automatic 93– Individual 90– Manual 90
Air flow rate 90, 93
Airing, refer to Ventila‐ tion 91, 94
Air outlets, refer to Air vents 89
Air pressure, refer to Tire infla‐ tion pressure 155
Air supply– Air conditioner 90– Automatic climate con‐
trol 92– Ventilation 91, 94
Air vents 89
Air vents
– Refer to Ventilation 91, 94
Alarm system 30
Alarm system
– Avoiding unintentional
alarms 31– Ending an alarm 30– Interior motion sensor 31– Tilt alarm sensor 31
All around the headliner 16
All-season tires, refer to Win‐ ter tires 162
Alternating-code hand-held transmitter 97
Alternative oil types 166
Antifreeze
– Coolant 166– Washer fluid 52
Antilock Brake System,
ABS 81
Anti-slip control, refer to DSC 81
Anti-theft protection 22
Anti-theft protection, lug bolts 174
Approved axle loads, refer to Weights 204
Approved engine oils 166
Approved gross vehicle weight, refer to Weights 204
Armrest, refer to Center arm‐ rest 103
Assist 145
Assistance, Roadside Assis‐ tance 177
Assistance systems, refer to
Driving stability control sys‐
tems 81
Assistance when driving off 84
Audio device, external 103
Automatic air distribution 93
Automatic air flow rate 93
Automatic car wash 182
Automatic climate control– Automatic air distribution 93
Automatic cruise control 85
Automatic Curb Monitor 40
Automatic Engine Start/Stop Function 47
Automatic headlamp con‐ trol 69
Automatic recirculated air control 94
Automatic transmission
– 7-gear with dual clutch 55– 8-gear 53
AUTO program with automatic
climate control 93
AUX-IN port 103, 127
Average fuel consumption 62
Average fuel consumption
– Setting the units 63
Average speed 62
Axle loads, refer to Weights 204
B
Backrest curvature, refer to Lumbar support 37
Backrests, refer to Seat ad‐ justment 36
Backrest width adjustment 37
Backup lamps
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SPORT+ program, DynamicDriving Control 83
Sport program– 7-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 57– 8-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 54
SPORT program, Dynamic
Driving Control 83
Spray nozzles, refer to Clean‐ ing the windshield and head‐
lamps 51
Stability control systems 81
Start/Stop button
– Starting the engine 46– Switching off the engine 46
Starting aid 177
Status of Owner's Manual 6
Steam jets 182
Steering wheel
– Adjusting 42– Buttons on the steering
wheel 12– Lock 45
Stopping
– Engine 46
Storage compartments 104
Storage nets 100
Storage, tires 162
Storing the seat position, refer to Seat and mirror mem‐
ory 39
Storing the vehicle 185
Summer tires, refer to Wheels and tires 155
Summer tires, tread 160
Suspension settings 82
Switches, refer to Cockpit 12
Switch for Dynamic Driving Control 82
Switching off
– Engine 46– Vehicle 46
Symbols 6
T
Tachometer 61
Tailgate, opening from the in‐
side 27
Tailgate, refer to Trunk lid 27
Tail lamps 172
Tail lamps– Bulb replacement 172, 173
Tank display 61
Technical changes, refer to Safety 6
Technical data 202, 203
Telephone, installation loca‐ tion, refer to Center arm‐
rest 103
TeleService 146
Temperature, air condi‐ tioner 91
Temperature, automatic cli‐ mate control 92
Temperature, coolant 61
Temperature display
– External temperature 60– External temperature warn‐
ing 60– Setting the units 63
Temperature, engine oil 61
Theft alarm system, refer to Alarm system 30
Thigh support adjustment 37
Third brake lamp, refer to Cen‐ ter brake lamp 173
Through-loading opening with integrated transport bag 101
Tilting the passenger side mir‐ ror 40
Time
– Setting the time 64
Tire age 159
Tire damage 160
Tire identification marks 158
Tire pressure monitoring, refer to FTM 75
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 77
Tire Pressure Monitor TPM
– Resetting the system 78– System limitations 77– Warning lamp 78Tire Quality Grading 159
Tires, changing 161
Tires, flat tire 174
Tire size 158
Tires, pressure loss 78
Tires, pressure monitoring, re‐ fer to Tire Pressure Monitor
TPM 77
Tires, run-flat tires 161
Tire tread 160
Tool kit, refer to Onboard ve‐ hicle tool kit 170
Tools, refer to Onboard vehicle tool kit 170
Torque, refer to Engine data 202
Tow bar 180
Tow fitting– Screw thread 179
Tow fittings
– For tow-starting and tow‐
ing 179
Towing 179
Towing methods 180
Tow rope 180
Tow-starting 179, 181
TPM, refer to Tire Pressure Monitor TPM 77
Traction control 82
TRACTION program, Dynamic Driving Control 83
Transmission
– 7-gear automatic transmis‐
sion with dual clutch 55– 8-gear automatic transmis‐
sion 53– Manual transmission 52– Unlocking transmission lock
manually, for 7-gear auto‐
matic transmission 58
Transmission lock, unlocking
manually 58
Transmission lock, unlocking manually, with 7-gear auto‐
matic transmission 58
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