2009 BMW M3 Owner's Manual - Page 64

Driving 3. Select "Drivelogic:". 4. Turn the controller to set the drive mode or sequential mode. "Unchanged" retains the current settings made outside of MDrive. 5. Press the controller to select the drive programs. 6. Turn the controller to set the drive program. 7. Press the controller. 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. Shift Lights To achieve the best possible acceleration in sequential mode when using a sporty driving style, the Shift Lights in the instrument cluster indicate the best shift point just before the maximum engine speed is reached. Switching the Shift Lights on/off For operating principle, refer to page 71. 1. Switch on the ignition, refer to page 55. 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". 62 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 600 999 - © 08/08 BMW AG