2008 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 55

3. Press button 2. 1. As the vehicle approaches its maximum engine speed, the yellow LEDs 1 light up consecutively to indicate the impending shift point. 2. At the latest, shift when the red LEDs 2 light up. The LEDs flash when the maximum allowable engine speed is reached. When the maximum engine speed is exceeded, the fuel supply is cut off to protect the engine. Avoid engine speeds in this range at all costs. 4. Use button 1 to select: > Shift Lights activated. > 5. Press button 2. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use. Driving tips Reference Mobility Shift Lights deactivated. Brightness of Shift Lights The brightness of the Shift Lights can be set using the brightness level of the instrument cluster, refer to Instrument lighting on page 78. Switching the Shift Lights on/off For operating principle, refer to page 61. 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 46. 2. Lightly push button 1 in the turn indicator lever up or down repeatedly until the symbol appears in the display accompanied by the word "SET". Launch Control Launch Control enables you to drive off with an optimal vehicle acceleration on a high grip road surface. Do not use Launch Control too often, as the higher loads on the vehicle lead to premature component wear.< Launch Control is available when the engine is at operating temperature, i.e. after driving continuously for at least 6 miles/10 km. 53 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 960 - © 02/08 BMW AG Controls At a glance