2006 BMW M5 Owner's Manual - Page 56

Driving Starting engine Do not run the engine in closed rooms, otherwise the inhaling 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. Before leaving the vehicle with the engine running, move the selector lever into the N position and set the handbrake, otherwise the vehicle can begin to roll.< 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. If the engine does not start, shift back to the last selector lever position selected, refer to the instrument cluster display or the selector lever. Then select the position N. You cannot start off with the hood open. When the engine is cold, the exhaust system has a slightly metallic undertone due to the system design.< Avoid frequent starting in quick succession or repeated starting attempts in which the engine does not start. Otherwise, the fuel is not burned or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Special starting conditions Depress the accelerator pedal half way 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. +57/-156, at high altitudes, over approx. 3,300 ft/1,000 m. Switching off engine 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 incline, apply the handbrake, as otherwise the vehicle could roll away.< 1. Apply the handbrake. 2. Engage a driving position. 3. Briefly press the Start/Stop button. A signal sounds when the position N is engaged and the handbrake is not set when switching off the engine. Do not press the brake pedal as long as you do not want to start the engine. The engine starts immediately when you briefly press the Start/Stop button with the brake pedal depressed.< 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Place selector lever in position N. 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. 54 Online Edition for Part No. 01 41 0 012 213 - © 02/06 BMW AG