2006 BMW 6 Series Owner's Manual - Page 60

Starting engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms; otherwise, the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause unconsciousness and death. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and colorless, but highly toxic gas. Never leave an unattended vehicle with the engine running, as such a vehicle represents a potential safety hazard. To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always engage the handbrake and move the selectorlever into position P or shift into neutral before leaving the vehicle with the engine running.< When starting the engine, do not press the accelerator pedal. Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive immediately at a moderate engine speed. ically disengaging it as soon as the engine starts. SMG Sequential Manual Gearbox* 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Move the selector lever into position N and make sure that this position is also indicated in the instrument cluster. 3. Briefly press Start/Stop button. The system responds by automatically engaging the starter for a certain period and automatically disengaging it as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, depress the brake pedal and press the selector lever to the right and then back into position N. Watch the display in the instrument cluster while doing so.< Special starting conditions Depress the accelerator pedal halfway when starting the engine in the following situations: > The engine fails to start on the first attempt, e.g. if it is very hot or cold. > The engine is started at very low temperatures below approx. +5 7/-15 6 and at high altitudes over approx. 3,300 ft/ 1,000 m. Manual transmission 1. Apply the handbrake. 2. Depress the clutch pedal and select the idling position. 3. Briefly press Start/Stop button. The system responds by automatically engaging the starter for a certain period and automatically disengaging it as soon as the engine starts. Avoid frequent starting in quick succession or repeated start attempts in which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned at all or is burned inadequately and there is a danger of overheating and damage to the catalytic converter.< Switching engine off Do not remove the remote control from the ignition lock while the vehicle is rolling; otherwise, the steering wheel lock would engage while steering. When leaving the vehicle, always take the remote control with you. When parking on a downhill slope, apply the handbrake; otherwise, the vehicle could roll.< 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Briefly press Start/Stop button. The system responds by automatically engaging the starter for a certain period and automat- 59 Online Edition for Part-No. 01 41 0 159 709 © 09/05 BMW AG Reference Mobility Automatic transmission with Steptronic* Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Controls At a glance