2010 BMW 650 Owner's Manual - Page 59

Radio readiness and ignition switched off All indicator and warning lamps in the instrument cluster go out. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Depress the clutch pedal and shift into idling position. 3. Press the Start/Stop button. Starting engine Do not run the engine in enclosed areas, otherwise the inhalation of toxic exhaust gases can cause loss of consciousness 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, select the idling position, or shift the transmission into position P and firmly apply the parking brake, 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 or inadequately burned and there is a danger of overheating and damaging the catalytic converter.< Do not allow the engine to warm up by leaving it running while the vehicle remains stationary. Instead, begin to drive at a moderate engine speed. Sport automatic transmission* Controls Reference Mobility Communications Entertainment Navigation Driving tips Remote control in ignition lock or with Comfort Access in vehicle, refer to page 34. 1. Depress brake pedal. 2. Press the Start/Stop button. Switching engine off When leaving the vehicle, always take the remote control with you. When parking, firmly apply the parking brake, 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 parking brake. 4. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 56. Sport automatic transmission* 1. Shift transmission into position P with the vehicle stopped. 2. Press the Start/Stop button. 3. Firmly apply the parking brake. 4. Remove the remote control from the ignition lock, refer to page 56. Before driving into a car wash The vehicle can roll if you proceed according to the following steps: Manual transmission Remote control in ignition lock or with Comfort Access in vehicle, refer to page 34. 1. With Comfort Access: insert the remote control into the ignition lock. 2. Depress brake pedal. 3. Shift into transmission position N. 4. Switch off the engine. Transmission position P will be engaged: 57 Online Edition for Part no. 01 41 2 602 716 - © 08/09 BMW AG At a glance