2004 BMW 6 Series Owner's Manual

2004 BMW 6 Series owners manual
Year:
2004
Make:
BMW
Model:
6 Series
Rating:
(6)

Online manual

Size:
2.36 MB

Table of Contents

645Ci
3
Notes
6
Using this Owner's Manual
6
Symbols used
6
The individual vehicle
7
Editorial notice
7
For your own safety
8
Service and warranty
9
Cockpit
12
All around the steering wheel: controls and displays
12
Instrument cluster
14
Indicator and warning lamps
15
All around the center console: controls and displays
16
Control Center
18
Controls
18
Menu overview
18
Menu guidance
19
Voice command system
22
The concept
22
Voice commands
22
Notes
24
Opening and closing
28
The key set
28
Key Memory
28
Central locking system
28
Opening and closing: from outside
29
Opening and closing: from inside
31
Hotel function
32
Luggage compartment lid
32
Luggage compartment
34
Alarm system
34
Windows
35
Coupe: Glass roof, electric with raise function*
37
Convertible: top
39
Adjustments
44
Sitting safely
44
Seats
45
Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory
46
Front head restraints
47
Entry to the rear
48
Safety belts
49
Heated seats
49
Mirrors
50
Steering wheel adjustment
50
Transporting children safely
53
The right place for children
53
Installing child-restraint systems
53
Driving
56
Ignition lock
56
Starting engine
56
Switching off engine
57
Handbrake
57
Manual transmission
58
SMG Sequential manual transmission*
58
Automatic transmission with Steptronic*
60
Dynamic Driving Control
61
Turn signals/ headlamp flasher
62
Wiper system
63
Washer fluid
64
Cruise control
64
Everything under control
66
Odometer, outside temperature display, clock
66
Tachometer
66
Engine oil thermometer
67
Fuel gauge
67
Service requirement display
67
Check Control
68
Computer
71
Speed limit
73
Stopwatch
74
Settings on Control Display
74
Technology for comfort, convenience and safety
77
PDC Park Distance Control*
77
Driving stability control systems
78
Active roll stabilization*
80
Flat Tire Monitor
81
Active steering*
82
Brake Force Display
82
Airbags
83
Convertible: Rollover protection system
84
Head-Up Display*
85
Lamps
87
Parking lamps/low beams
87
Adaptive Head Light*
88
High beams/roadside parking lamps
88
Fog lamps
88
Instrument lighting
89
Interior lamps
89
A congenial climate
90
Independent ventilation
94
Practical interior accessories
96
Integrated universal remote control*
96
Glove compartment
97
Center armrest
98
Storage compartments
98
Cup holders
99
Ashtray
99
Cigarette lighter
99
Socket
100
Ski bag*
100
Things to remember when driving
104
Break-in procedures
104
General driving notes
104
Cargo loading
106
Starting navigation system
110
Navigation DVD
110
Opening navigation
110
Display in assistance window
111
Displaying current position
111
Destination entry
112
Entering a destination manually
112
Selecting destination using map
114
Selecting destination using information
115
Destination list
115
Address book
116
Route selection
118
Wordmatch principle
119
Destination guidance
120
Starting destination guidance
120
Terminating/continuing destination guidance
120
Destination guidance through voice instructions
121
Displaying route
121
Bypassing route sections
122
What to do if …
124
On/off and tone
128
Controls
128
Switching on/off
129
Adjusting volume
129
Adjusting tone
129
Radio
132
Listening to the radio
132
Storing stations
134
Weather Band*
135
Satellite radio*
135
CD player and CD changer
139
Listening to CDs
139
Selecting a track
140
Repeating a track
141
Track sample scan
141
Random play sequence
142
Fast forward/reverse
142
CD magazine
142
Notes
143
Telephoning
146
Safety notes
146
Care instructions
147
Operating options
147
Activating the BMW portable phone*
147
Hands-free system
148
Operation using Control Center
148
Operation by voice control*
153
Notes
156
TeleService, BMW Assist
157
TeleService
157
BMW Assist
157
Requirements
157
Services offered
158
Adapting TeleService or BMW Assist
160
Displaying vehicle data
161
Refueling
164
Fuel filler door
164
Fuel specifications
165
Wheels and tires
166
Tire inflation pressure
166
Tire identification marks
168
Tire condition
169
Run-flat tires
170
New wheels and tires
170
Snow chains*
171
Under the hood
172
Hood
172
Engine compartment
173
Engine oil
173
Coolant
174
Brake system
175
Maintenance
176
The BMW maintenance system
176
Care
177
Rules and regulations
178
California laws
178
OBD connector
178
Replacing components
180
Onboard tool kit
180
Windshield wiper blades
180
Lamps and bulbs
180
Changing a wheel
183
Battery
183
Fuses
184
Giving and receiving assistance
185
Emergency call*
185
Warning triangle*
186
First-aid kit*
186
Roadside Assistance*
186
Jump-starting
186
Towing and tow-starting
187
Technical data
192
Engine specifications
192
Weights
192
Coupe: dimensions
193
Convertible: dimensions
194
Capacities
195
Short commands of the voice command system
196
Everything from A to Z
199
Index
199

FAQ about the 2004 BMW 6 Series Manual

What contains the 2004 6 Series manual?

The BMW 6 Series owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by BMW to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the BMW 6 Series. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a BMW 6 Series 2004 owner's manual:

  • Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
  • A brief overview of the vehicle and specifications
  • Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
  • Environmental Information about environmentally-friendly driving practices
  • Basic operations, like starting and stopping the engine and driver settings

Where to download the 2004 BMW 6 Series Owners Manual?

The BMW 6 Series owner manual for the 2004 model year is to be found on this page.

Is the manual for the BMW 6 Series year 2004 free?

Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2004 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

The BMW 6 Series (2004) owner's manual is available in English?

Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2004 is available in English.

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