2008 BMW 7 Series Owner's Manual
Year:
2008
Make:
BMW
Model:
7 Series
Rating:
Table of Contents
Using this Owner's Manual
6
Symbols used
6
Your individual vehicle
7
Editorial notice
7
For your own safety
7
Service and warranty
8
All around the steering wheel: controls and displays
12
Info Display
14
Indicator and warning lamps
15
Controls
18
Menus on Control Display
19
Basic operation
20
Symbols
21
Status lines
22
Assistance window
22
The concept
25
Voice commands
25
Notes
27
The notepad
27
Remote control/key
32
Key Memory
33
Central locking system
33
Opening and closing: from outside
34
Opening and closing: from inside
36
Doors
37
Luggage compartment lid
37
Alarm system
39
Comfort Access*
40
Windows
41
Sitting safely
45
Seats
45
Seat, mirror and steering wheel memory
48
Head restraints
48
Safety belts
50
Seat heating*
51
Active seat ventilation*
52
Active seat for driver*
52
Mirrors
52
Steering wheel adjustment
53
The right place for children
56
Installing child restraint systems
56
LATCH child restraint fixing system*
57
Ignition lock
59
Start/Stop button
59
Starting engine
59
Switching off engine
60
Parking brake
60
Automatic transmission with Steptronic
64
Turn signals/ headlamp flasher
67
Wiper system
67
Washer fluid
68
Programmable cruise control
69
Odometer, outside temperature display, clock
77
Tachometer
77
Coolant temperature
78
Computer
78
Service required
80
Check Control
82
Speed limit
84
Stopwatch
85
Assistance window for onboard data
85
PDC Park Distance Control*
88
Driving stability control systems
89
Dynamic Drive
91
Self-leveling suspension*
91
EDC Electronic Damping Control*
91
FTM Flat Tire Monitor*
92
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor*
93
Brake force display
96
Airbags
97
Parking lamps/low beams
102
Adaptive Head Light*
102
High beams/ roadside parking lamps
103
Front fog lamps
103
Instrument lighting
103
Automatic climate control
106
Rear climate control*
110
Integrated universal remote control*
113
Roller sun blinds*
114
Glove compartment
115
Front center armrest
115
Center armrest, rear
116
Storage compartments
116
Cup holders
117
Ashtray, front
117
Cigarette lighter, front
118
Power socket
118
Ashtray, rear
118
Cigarette lighter, rear
118
Rear refrigerator*
119
Ski bag*
119
Breaking-in
124
General driving notes
124
Cargo loading
126
Roof-mounted luggage rack*
127
Navigation CD/DVD
132
Entering destination manually
133
Map-guided destination selection
137
Selecting destination via information
137
Recent destinations
139
Destination list
140
Address book
141
Route selection
143
Starting route guidance
146
Terminating/continuing route guidance
146
Displaying route
147
Route guidance by voice instructions
148
Changing route
148
Displaying current position
149
Controls
154
Switching on/off
155
Adjusting volume
155
Listening to radio
158
Storing a station
160
Weather reports*
161
Satellite radio*
162
Listening to CDs
165
Selecting tracks
165
Sampling tracks, Scan
165
Random play sequence
166
Fast forward/reverse
166
Listening to CDs
167
Selecting tracks
168
Sampling tracks, Scan
169
Random play sequence
169
Fast forward/reverse
169
Connecting
171
Playing DVDs
173
DVD control
173
Fast forward/reverse
174
Skipping chapter
174
Adjusting picture
174
Freeze frame
175
Selecting picture format
175
Selecting language, subtitles and viewing angle
175
Opening DVD-specific menu
176
The concept
180
Using a phone in your vehicle
180
Suitable mobile phones
180
Hands-free system
181
Retracting telephone keypad
181
Snap-in adapter*
183
Inserting mobile phone
183
Removing mobile phone
184
Pairing mobile phone with vehicle
184
Unpairing mobile phone from vehicle
185
Requirements
186
Initiating communication
186
Receiving calls
186
Making calls
186
Requirements
191
Services offered
191
Using services
192
Customizing BMW Assist
194
Fuel filler door
200
Tire inflation pressure
202
Tire coding
205
Tire condition
206
Run-flat tires*
207
New wheels and tires
207
Hood
209
Engine compartment
210
Engine oil
210
BMW Maintenance System
213
Socket for OBD Onboard Diagnostics
214
Onboard tool kit
215
Windshield wiper blades
215
Lamps and bulbs
215
Changing wheels
217
Vehicle battery
219
Emergency call*
221
Roadside Assistance*
221
Warning triangle*
222
First-aid kit*
222
Jump starting
222
Engine specifications
228
Dimensions
229
Weights
230
Capacities
231
Index
234
FAQ about the 2008 BMW 7 Series Manual
What contains the 2008 7 Series manual?
The BMW 7 Series owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by BMW to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the BMW 7 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 7 Series 2008 owner's manual:
- Handling the Unexpected, including tire changes, jump-starting, and common car issues
- Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
- Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
- Warranty Information, about the vehicle's warranty coverage
- Best practice for driving your BMW 7 Series
Where to download the 2008 BMW 7 Series Owners Manual?
The BMW 7 Series owner manual for the 2008 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the BMW 7 Series year 2008 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2008 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The BMW 7 Series (2008) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2008 is available in English.
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