2008 BMW M6 Owner's Manual - Page 62
2008 BMW M6 Manual
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Driving Radio readiness and ignition off All indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster go out. Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 36. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Place selector lever in position N. 3. Press the Start/Stop button. 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 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.< 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. Before leaving the vehicle with the engine running, shift into neutral* or move the selector lever into position N and firmly apply the handbrake, otherwise the vehicle can begin to roll.< Avoid frequent starting in quick succession or repeated starting 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.< Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, drive off at a moderate engine speed. Switching engine off When leaving the vehicle, always take the remote control with you. When parking, firmly apply the handbrake, as otherwise the vehicle could roll.< Manual transmission* 1. Press the Start/Stop button with the vehicle stopped. 2. Shift into first gear or reverse. 3. Firmly apply the handbrake. 4. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 59. Sequential Manual Transmission with Drivelogic 1. Firmly apply the handbrake. 2. Move selector lever into a drive position. Manual transmission* Remote control in ignition lock or with comfort access in vehicle, refer to page 36. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Depress the clutch pedal and select the idling position. 3. Press the Start/Stop button. 3. Press the Start/Stop button. If N is engaged when switching off the engine, this will be pointed out to you optically and acoustically. 4. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 59. 60 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 0 014 244 - © 08/07 BMW AG