BMW 2005 325Ci Coupe Manuel Du Propriétaire

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instance, downshifts that would 
result in excessive engine speed can-
not be executed

> When you brake the car to a stop, the 

transmission automatically shifts 
down to first gear

> As speed diminishes the transmission 

will shift down automatically, without 
any action on your part, just before 
the vehicle slows to below each 
gear's minimum speed.

R N 1 2 3 4 5 6

D1 D2 D3 D4 D5 D6

The currently engaged gear, the 
selected mode, and any malfunctions 
are displayed in the instrument cluster.

If the indicator lamp comes on, 
there is a malfunction in the 
transmission system.

All selector lever positions can still be 
engaged, but in the forward driving 
positions only certain gears are actually 
available when the vehicle is driven.

Avoid extreme loads and proceed to 
the nearest BMW center.

For information on jump-starting and 
towing the vehicle, refer to page 

An acoustic signal sounds if the SMG 
gearbox overheats; if possible you 
should either stop or increase your pull-
away speed so that the system can 
cool down.

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