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BMW Z4 Roadster User Manual

BMW Z4 Roadster
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The Ultimate
Driving Machine
OWNER'S HANDBOOK.
THE BMW Z4 ROADSTER.
LINK:
CONTENT & A-Z
Online Edition for Part no. xxx - X/18

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BMW Z4 Roadster Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBMW
ModelZ4 Roadster
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

OWNER'S HANDBOOK.

THE BMW Z4 ROADSTER.

Specific handbook for the BMW Z4 Roadster model.

NOTES

Notes

Important information and guidelines for using the Owner's Handbook.

Owner's Handbook media

Information on different formats and access methods for the Owner's Handbook.

QUICK REFERENCE

Getting in

Instructions on how to enter and open/close the vehicle.

Setting and operation

How to adjust seats, mirrors, steering, and operate infotainment.

On the move

Guidance on driving, parking, and using vehicle systems while driving.

CONTROLS

Driving area

Overview of controls and equipment around the steering wheel and console.

Vehicle operating state

Explains the different states of the vehicle (idle, standby, drive-ready).

iDrive

Detailed explanation of the iDrive system's functions and operation.

General settings

How to configure various vehicle settings like messages, time, language, and units.

Seats, mirrors and steering wheel

Safe seating position

Guidelines for achieving a safe and comfortable seating position for occupants.

Seats

Details on manual and electric seat adjustment features.

Seat belts

Information on seat belt usage, safety, and correct fastening.

Exterior mirrors

Instructions for adjusting and operating the exterior mirrors.

Carrying children safely

Important considerations

Key safety notes and warnings regarding child transport and airbags.

Fitting child restraints

General instructions and safety notes for installing child restraint systems.

ISOFIX child seat mountings

Information on ISOFIX system, suitable child seats, and lower anchor brackets.

Suitable seats for child restraint systems

Tables detailing seat suitability for child restraints by group and drive type.

Driving

Start/stop button

How to use the start/stop button to manage drive-ready state.

Auto Start Stop function

Explanation of the automatic engine stop/start feature for fuel saving.

Parking brake

How to engage, release, and use the parking brake, including safety notes.

Automatic Hold

Explanation of the automatic brake holding system and its operation.

Displays

Instrument cluster

Overview and general information about the instrument cluster display.

Setting the display mode

How to customize display modes and individual settings in the instrument cluster.

Check Control

How the Check Control system monitors functions and alerts the driver of faults.

Lights

Automatic driving lights control

How the system automatically controls headlights based on ambient conditions.

Side lights, low-beam headlights and parking light

How to operate side lights, low-beam headlights, and parking lights.

Adaptive light functions

How adaptive lighting improves road illumination responsively.

High-beam assistance

How the system automatically activates/deactivates high beams.

Safety

Airbags

Overview of airbag types and their protective functions.

Notes on achieving optimum airbag effectiveness

Crucial advice to ensure airbags deploy effectively and safely.

Not for Australia/New Zealand: Key switch for front passenger airbags

Specific instructions for deactivating front passenger airbags in Australia/New Zealand.

Active pedestrian protection

How the system protects pedestrians by raising the bonnet upon impact.

Driving Stability Control Systems

Anti-lock Brake System ABS

How ABS prevents wheel lock-up during braking for enhanced safety.

Brake assist

How the system provides maximum braking power assistance during emergency braking.

Dynamic Stability Control DSC

How DSC reduces engine power and applies brakes to maintain stability.

Dynamic Traction Control DTC

How DTC optimizes forward momentum and traction.

Driver Assistance Systems

Manual Speed Limiter

How to set a speed limit to avoid exceeding restrictions.

Cruise Control

How to set and maintain a desired speed automatically.

Active Cruise Control with Stop & Go ACC

System for setting desired speed and distance from the vehicle ahead.

Parking Assistant

How the system assists with parking maneuvers, including space search and steering.

Driving comfort

Adaptive M suspension

Description of the controllable sports suspension and its benefits.

Performance Control

How Performance Control increases vehicle agility by braking individual wheels.

Climate

Interior air quality

Components that improve interior air quality.

Automatic air conditioning

Overview of buttons and functions for automatic climate control.

Temperature

How to adjust and maintain the desired interior temperature.

AUTO programme

Automatic regulation of airflow, distribution, and temperature.

Interior equipment

Integrated universal remote control

How to operate garage doors or lighting systems with the integrated remote.

Programming

Step-by-step guide to programming the universal remote control.

USB interface

Details on USB ports, charging, and data transfer capabilities.

Power sockets

Information on using cigarette lighter attachments and power sockets.

Storage compartments

Storage facilities

Overview of all interior storage locations available in the vehicle.

Safety notes

Warnings about securing loose objects and potential dashboard damage.

Glove box on driver's side

How to open and close the glove box on the driver's side.

Glove box on the passenger side

How to open, close, and lock the glove box on the passenger side.

Boot

Loads

Safety notes and guidelines for handling vehicle loads.

Stowing and securing a transported load

Instructions on how to properly stow and secure luggage and cargo.

Lashing eyes in the boot

Location and use of lashing eyes for securing loads.

Through-loading system

How the through-loading system allows transport of lengthy objects.

DRIVING HINTS

Driving precautions

Essential notes and procedures for running in new parts and general driving safety.

Saving fuel

Tips and technologies for reducing fuel consumption and emissions.

MOBILITY

Refuelling

Notes and procedures for refuelling the vehicle, including fuel tank cap operation.

Wheels and tyres

Information on tyre inflation pressure, tread depth, damage, and replacement.

Maintenance

Details on the BMW Maintenance System, service history, and necessary checks.

Breakdown Assist

Information on hazard warning lights, first-aid kit, and BMW breakdown/accident assistance services.

Maintenance

BMW Maintenance System

How the system monitors vehicle condition and indicates maintenance needs.

Condition Based Service CBS

How sensors and algorithms determine maintenance requirements based on usage.

Service history

How maintenance and repairs are recorded and evidence of regular service.

Socket for on-board diagnosis OBD

Information on the OBD socket and its use for diagnostics and alarm systems.

Replacing parts

On-board tool kit

Location and contents of the on-board tool kit.

Wiper blades

Instructions for replacing the front wiper blades.

Vehicle battery

General information about the vehicle battery, replacement, and safety notes.

Fuses

Information on locating and replacing fuses.

Breakdown Assist

Hazard warning lights

Location and operation of the hazard warning lights button.

Warning triangle

Location of the warning triangle inside the boot lid.

First-aid kit

General information and storage of the first-aid kit.

BMW breakdown assistance

How to contact BMW breakdown assistance and related services.

Emergency call

Information on statutory and intelligent emergency call systems.

General care

Washing the vehicle

General advice on washing the vehicle, including safety notes for cleaning methods.

Vehicle care

Guidelines on using care products, vehicle paintwork, and interior cleaning.

Care of the convertible top

How to care for and clean the convertible top and its components.

Leather care

How to clean and care for leather surfaces.

REFERENCE

Technical data

Vehicle dimensions, weights, and filling capacities for the BMW Z4 Roadster.

Appendix

Lists updates made to the Owner's Handbook after its initial printing.

Everything from A to Z

An alphabetical index of all topics covered in the Owner's Handbook.

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