BMW 2004 645Ci Convertible Manual Do Proprietário

Driving

speed; thus, for example, a downshift
that would cause the engine to overrev
will not be executed by the system

When the vehicle is stationary, the
transmission automatically downshifts
into first gear

Shortly before dropping below a gear-
dependent minimum speed, the trans-
mission downshifts automatically even
without your intervention.

Malfunction

The warning lamp lights up and a
message appears on the Control
Display. There is a malfunction in

the transmission system. Avoid high loads.
While it will remain still possible to move
the selector lever to any desired position,
the transmission will revert to operation in
its default mode with only a limited number
of forward gears.
Have the system checked as soon as pos-
sible.

Information on jump-starting and towing
begins on page

185

Overheating

The warning lamp lights up and a
message appears on the Control
Display. In addition, an acoustic

signal sounds. Overheating in the area of
the transmission. If possible, stop or drive
off quickly so that the system can cool
down.

Automatic transmission
with Steptronic*

In addition to the fully automatic mode, you
can also shift manually with Steptronic,
refer to page 59.

Selector-lever positions

P R N D M/S + –

Possible displays

P R N D DS M1 to M6

The selector lever position is indicated, and
in the manual mode the gear currently
engaged.

Changing selector-lever positions

An interlock prevents inadvertent gear-
shifts into selector-lever positions R and P.
To cancel the interlock, press the button on
the front of the selector lever knob, refer to
arrow.

Shiftlock

Press the brake pedal before shifting out
of P or N; the shift command will not be
executed unless the brake is applied.

To prevent the vehicle from creeping after
you select a driving position, maintain pres-
sure on the brake pedal until you are ready
to start.

To prevent the vehicle from rolling,
always select selector-lever posi-

tion P and engage the handbrake before
leaving the vehicle with the engine running.
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the
engine running, as such a vehicle repre-
sents a potential safety hazard.