Driving
Ignition lock
Never leave an unattended vehicle with the
engine running, as such a vehicle repre-
sents a potential safety hazard.
To prevent the vehicle from rolling, always
select idle position or position N and apply
the handbrake before leaving the vehicle
with the engine running.<
When starting the engine, do not press the
accelerator pedal.
Do not allow the engine to warm up by
leaving it running while the vehicle remains
stationary. Instead, begin to drive immedi-
ately at a moderate engine speed.
0
Steering locked
The key can only be inserted or removed in
this position.
Special starting conditions
After removing the key, turn the steering
wheel slightly until it locks.
Press the accelerator pedal halfway down
when starting if
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the engine fails to start on the first
attempt, for instance, if it is very hot or
cold
Interlock on automatic transmission
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Only move the selector lever from
position P with the engine running
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the engine is started at very low tem-
peratures, below approx. +57/–156,
at high altitudes, over 3,300 ft/1,000 m.
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To turn the key back to position 0 or to
remove it, first select the selector lever
position P.
Avoid frequent starting in quick suc-
cession or repeated start attempts in
1
Steering unlocked
which the engine does not start. Otherwise,
the fuel is not burned or inadequately
burned and there is a danger of overheat-
ing and damaging the catalytic converter.<
A slight steering wheel movement often
makes it easier to turn the key from 0 to 1.
Individual current consumers are ready for
operation.
Manual transmission
2
Ignition switched on
1. Apply the handbrake
All vehicle systems are ready for operation.
2. Gearshift lever in idle position
3.
Press the clutch pedal
3
Start engine
If the clutch pedal is not
depressed, the engine will not
start.<
Starting engine
4.
Start the engine.
Do not run the engine in closed
rooms, as otherwise the inhaling of
toxic exhaust gases can cause uncon-
sciousness and death. The exhaust gases
contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and
colorless, but highly toxic gas.
Do not terminate the starting operation
too early, but after approx. 20 seconds
at the latest. When the engine starts, let
go of the ignition key immediately.
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| Categories | BMW 6-Series Manuals, BMW Manuals |
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| Tags | BMW 645Ci, BMW E63, BMW E64 |
| Model Year | 2004 |
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