The BMW M6 of 2007 comes with advanced technology that provides comfort, convenience, and safety for its drivers. This luxurious sports vehicle is equipped with various modern features such as a navigation system, automatic climate control, electronically adjustable seats, and high-quality audio system.
In addition, advanced safety technology is also present in the 2007 BMW M6, including airbags, anti-lock braking system, and traction control system. With this combination of sophisticated technology, the BMW M6 of 2007 provides a comfortable, practical, and safe driving experience for sports car enthusiasts.
PDC Park Distance Control*
The concept
The PDC assists you when you are parking. Acoustic signals and an optical display* alert you to the approach of an object from behind your vehicle. To measure the distance, there are four ultrasonic sensors in each bumper.
The range of these sensors is approx. 7 ft/2 m.
However, an acoustic warning first sounds for the sensors at the front and at the two rear corners at approx. 24 in/60 cm, and for the center rear sensors at approx. 5 ft/1.50 m.
⚠ PDC is a parking aid that can indicate the presence of objects when they are being approached slowly, as is usually the case when parking. Avoid approaching an object at high speed; otherwise, the physical circumstances
could cause the system warning to be activated too late.
Switching on automatically
The system starts to operate approx. 1 second after you shift into reverse gear or move the selector lever into position R with the engine running or the ignition switched on. Wait this short period before driving.
Switching on manually
Press the button; the LED lights up.
Switching off manually
Press the button again; the LED goes out. After driving approx. 165 ft/50 m or at over approx. 20 mph/30 km/h, the system is switched off and the LED goes out. You can reactivate the system manually as needed.
Signal tones
An intermittent signal indicates the distance of the vehicle from an object being approached. Thus, an object detected to the left rear of the vehicle will be indicated by a signal tone from the left rear speaker, etc. As the distance between vehicle and object decreases, the intervals between the tones become shorter. If the distance to the nearest object falls to below roughly 1 ft/30 cm, then a continuous tone sounds.
An intermittent tone is interrupted after approx. 3 seconds:
- if you remain in front of an object that was only detected by one of the corner sensors
- if you drive parallel to a wall
Malfunction
The LED in the button flashes and a message appears on the Control Display. PDC is malfunctioning. Have the system checked. As a preventive measure, keep the sensors clean and free of ice or snow in order to ensure
that they will continue to operate effectively.
Do not spray the sensors with high-pressure cleaners for long periods and maintain a distance of at least 4 in/10 cm to them. Exhaust gases near the rear sensors can cause a signal tone to sound.
PDC with visual warning*
You can also enjoy the option of having the system show the approach to an object on the Control Display. Objects that are farther away are already shown there before a signal tone sounds. The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
- Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
- Press the controller to open the I menu.
- Turn the controller until “Settings” is selected and press the controller.
- Turn the controller until “Vehicle / Tires” is selected and press the controller.
- Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “PDC” is selected and press the controller.
- Select “PDC display on” and press the controller
✓ The PDC screen is activated.
The display appears on the Control Display as soon as PDC is activated.
System limits
⚠ Even with PDC, final responsibility for estimating the distance between the vehicle and any obstacles always remains with the driver. Even when sensors are involved, there is a blind spot in which objects cannot be
detected. The system is also subject to the physical limits that apply to all forms of ultrasonic measurement, such as those encountered with tow bars and trailer couplings, or thin and wedge-shaped objects etc.
Low objects already displayed, e.g. curbs, can also disappear from the detection area of the sensors again before or after a continuous tone already sounds. Higher, protruding objects, e.g. ledges, cannot be detected.
Loud noises from outside and inside the vehicle may prevent you from hearing the PDC signal tone.
Driving stability control systems
Your BMW is equipped with an extended array of systems designed to enhance and maintain vehicle stability under extreme conditions.
ABS Antilock Brake System
ABS prevents the wheels from locking during braking. Safe steering response is maintained even during hard braking. This increases active driving safety. ABS is operational every time you start the engine. For information on safe braking.
CBC Cornering Brake Control
This system provides further enhancements to vehicle stability and steering response when braking while cornering or when braking during a lane change.
Electronic brake-force distribution
This system controls the brake system’s application pressure at the rear wheels to ensure stable deceleration.
Brake assistant
When you apply the brakes rapidly, this system automatically produces the maximum braking force boost and thus helps to achieve the shortest possible braking distance during full braking. This system exploits all of the benefits provided by ABS. Do not reduce the pressure on the brake pedal for the duration of the full braking.
DSC Dynamic Stability Control
DSC optimizes the vehicle stability and traction. It also detects unstable driving states such as understeering and oversteering, and helps keep the vehicle on course within the physical limits by reducing the engine output and by braking at the wheels. The DSC is operational every time you start the engine.
⚠ The laws of physics cannot be repealed, even with DSC. An appropriate driving style always remains the responsibility of the driver. Do not reduce the additional safety margin of the system by taking risks.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp goes out shortly after the engine is started. The indicator lamp flashes: DSC is controlling the drive forces and brake forces. The indicator lamp lights up continuously: DSC is deactivated.
M Dynamic Mode MDM
The M Dynamic Mode is a mode of the DSC Dynamic Stability Control. It enables driving with greater longitudinal and lateral acceleration on dry road surfaces, however with limited vehicle stability.
The system does not provide stabilizing intervention by reducing the engine output and braking at the wheels until the absolute driving limit is reached. Steering corrections by the driver may also be required in this
driving state. The M Dynamic Mode is deactivated each time the engine is started.
⚠ With the M Dynamic Mode activated, stabilizing interventions are only carried out to a reduced degree.
▶ To maintain vehicle stability, drive with DSC activated and the M Dynamic Mode deactivated whenever possible.
Indicator lamp
The indicator lamp goes out shortly after the engine is started. The indicator lamp lights up continuously: M Dynamic Mode is activated.
The indicator lamp lights up continuously and the DSC indicator lamp flashes: the M Dynamic Mode is active and controls the drive and braking forces.
Activating MDM
You activate the M Dynamic Mode with the button on the steering wheel. With the ignition switched on you can change the settings of MDrive on the Control Display. iDrive, for explanation of principle.
- Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
- Press the controller to open the I menu.
- Select “MDrive” and press the controller.
- Select “DSC” and press the controller.
- Select “M Dynamic Mode” and press the controller.
Sequential Manual Transmission with Drive logic:
Manual transmission:
You can also activate and deactivate the M Dynamic Mode with the MDM button.
Deactivating MDM again
Press the black button on the steering wheel or the MDM button* again; the MDM indicator lamp goes out.
Deactivating DSC*
Press the DSC OFF button; the DSC indicator lamp lights up continuously. DSC and MDM are deactivated. A message appears on the Control Display. Please note any supplementary information that appears there. When rocking free and starting off from deep snow or on loose road surfaces, it may be practical to briefly deactivate DSC.
▶ To maintain vehicle stability, always drive with the system switched on when possible. With a manual transmission, DSC cannot be deactivated.
Reactivating DSC
Press the DSC OFF button; the indicator lamp in the instrument cluster goes out. You can also activate and deactivate DSC with the black button on the steering wheel.
Malfunction in driving stability control systems
The warning lamp for the brake system
lights up, together with the Indicator and warning lamps for ABS, DSC and Tire Pressure Monitor or Flat Tire Monitor. A message appears on the Control Display. The driving stability control systems have failed. Conventional braking efficiency remains available without limitations.
While you may continue, you should remember to proceed cautiously and drive defensively while avoiding full brake applications. In addition, the Tire Pressure Monitor or the Flat Tire Monitor has also failed. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models. The DSC warning lamp lights up.
A malfunction has occurred in DSC including MDM. The stability maintenance functions are no longer available.
The vehicle remains operational. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
The brake system warning lamp lights up yellow. A message appears on the Control Display. The brake assistant is defective. Have the system checked as soon as possible.
Display of the previously described malfunction on Canadian models.
EDC Electronic Damping Control
The concept
If the influencing variables such as road surface quality or operating conditions such as steering, braking etc. change, the damping automatically adjusts to the new conditions within a fraction of a second. You can choose from three programs.
“Comfort” program
Select the “Comfort” program if you want comfort-oriented coordination of shock absorbers and steering.
“Normal” program
The “Normal” program offers a balanced mixture of the comfort and the sport program.
“Sport” program
Select the “Sport” program if you want a consistently sporty coordination of shock absorbers and steering.
Selecting program
Sequential Manual Transmission with Drive logic:
Manual transmission:
Press the EDC button repeatedly:
- “Comfort”: LED off.
- “Normal”: one LED lights up.
- “Sport”: both LEDs light up.
The last selected program is active each time the engine is started. You can also activate your preferred program with the button on the steering wheel.
FTM Flat Tire Monitor*
The concept
The Flat Tire Monitor keeps track of the inflation pressures in the tires as you drive. The system provides an alert whenever the inflation pressure drops significantly in relation to the pressure in another tire. In the event of a pressure loss, the rolling radius and therefore the rotation speed of the wheels change. This change is detected and signaled as a flat tire.
Functional requirement
To ensure the reliable signaling of a flat tire, the system must be initialized at the correct tire inflation pressure.
▶ The initialization must be repeated after every correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.
System limits
⚠ The Flat Tire Monitor cannot indicate sudden severe tire damage caused by outside factors and does not detect a natural, even pressure drop in all four tires.
In the following situations, the system could be delayed or malfunction:
- System has not been initialized
- Driving on snow-covered or slippery roads
- Sporty driving style: slip in the drive wheels, high lateral acceleration
- Driving with snow chains*
Initializing system
▶ The initialization finishes during driving, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, the initialization is automatically continued. Do not initialize the system when driving with snow chains*.
With Sequential Manual Transmission via the button in the center console:
- Start the engine, but do not start driving.
- Press the button at least 4 seconds, however not longer than 2 minutes. After releasing the button, the warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up yellow for a few seconds. Warning lamp, refer to Indication of a flat tire. The message “Initializing FTM…” appears on the Control Display for a few seconds.
- Start to drive. The initialization finishes during driving without feedback.
Via iDrive, for explanation of principle.
- Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
- Press the controller to open the I menu.
- Turn the controller until “Settings” is selected and press the controller.
- Select “Vehicle / Tires” and press the controller.
- Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “FTM” is selected and press the controller.
- Start the engine, but do not start driving.
- Select “Reset” and press the controller.
- Select “Yes” and press the controller.
The message “resetting FTM …” is displayed for a few seconds. The warning lamp in the instrument cluster lights up yellow for a few seconds.
- Start to drive. The initialization finishes during driving without feedback.
Indication of a flat tire
The warning lamp lights up in red. A message appears on the Control Display. In addition, an acoustic signal sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss.
- Reduce speed and stop the vehicle carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
- Identify damaged tire. To do this, check the tire inflation pressure using the M Mobility System.
- Repair flat tire with M Mobility System, or replace the damaged wheel.
TPM Tire Pressure Monitor*
The concept
TPM checks the tire inflation pressure in the four mounted tires. The system reports when the tire inflation pressure has dropped considerably in one or several tires.
Functional requirement
In order to assure the reliable reporting of a flat tire, the system must have been reset with the correct tire inflation pressure. Always use wheels with TPM electronics, otherwise fault-free operation of the system is not
ensured.
▶ Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.
System limits
⚠ TPM cannot announce sudden serious tire damage caused by external influences.
The system does not function properly if it has not been reset, e.g. a flat tire is reported despite correct tire inflation pressures. The system is inactive and cannot display a flat tire if a wheel has been mounted without TPM electronics, or if TPM is temporarily interfered with by other systems or devices which use the
same radio frequency.
Status display on Control Display
The tire and system status is indicated by the color of the tires. TPM takes the fact that the tire pressure
changes during driving into account. A correction is only required if requested by TPM with the color.
Green
The tire pressure matches the learned set state. “TPM active” is displayed on the Control Display.
One wheel is yellow
Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in the indicated tire. A message appears on the Control Display.
All wheels are yellow
Flat tire or a major drop in inflation pressure in several tires. A message appears on the Control Display.
Gray
The system cannot detect a flat tire. Reasons for this can be:
- TPM is being reset
- Temporary interference due to systems or devices which use the same radio frequency
- Malfunction
Resetting system
Reset the system again after each correction of the tire inflation pressure and after every tire or wheel change.
Resetting finishes during driving, which can be interrupted at any time. When driving resumes, resetting is continued automatically.
- Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
- Press the controller to open the I menu.
- Select “Settings” and press the controller.
- Select “Vehicle / Tires” and press the controller.
- Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “TPM” is selected and press the controller.
- Start the engine, but do not start driving.
- Select “Reset” and press the controller.
- Select “Yes” and press the controller.
- Start to drive.
The tires are shown in gray and “Resetting TPM…” is displayed.
After a few minutes of driving, the set tire inflation pressures in the tires are applied as the set values to be monitored. Resetting finishes during driving. The tires are shown in green on the Control Display.
If a flat tire is detected during resetting and applying the tire inflation pressures, all tires are shown in yellow on the Control Display. The message “Tire low!” is displayed.
Message with low tire inflation pressure
The warning lamp lights up yellow. A message appears on the Control Display. In addition, an acoustic signal sounds. There is a flat tire or extensive inflation pressure loss.
- Reduce speed and stop the vehicle carefully. Avoid sudden braking and steering maneuvers.
- If all four wheels are shown in yellow, identify the damaged tire on the vehicle.
- Repairing flat tire with M Mobility System, or replace the damaged wheel or wheels.
The spare tire* is equipped with the necessary TPC electronics and is also monitored after mounting and after resetting the system. Have the tire replaced by a BMW center or a workshop informed on handling TPM which works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Malfunction
The yellow warning lamp flashes and then lights up continuously. The tires are shown in gray on the Control Display and a message is displayed. No flat tire can be detected.
A message like this is displayed in the following situations:
- In case of a malfunction; have the system checked.
- If a wheels is mounted without TPM electronics.
- If TPM is temporarily interfered with by other systems or devices which use the same radio frequency
Declaration according to NHTSA/ FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems
Each tire, including the spare*, should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system, TPMS, that illuminates a low tire pressure indicator when one or more of your tires are significantly underinflated. Accordingly, when the low tire pressure indicator illuminates, you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible, and inflate them to the proper pressure.
Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Underinflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure indicator.
with the low tire pressure indicator. When the system detects a malfunction, the indicator will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle startups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons, including the installation of replacement or alternate
tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunction indicator after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly.
Brake force display
- On the left: normal braking.
- On the right: heavy braking.
Airbags
The following airbags are located under the marked covers:
1 Front airbags
2 Coupe: head airbags
3 Side airbags
4 Knee airbag
5 Knee airbag
Protective action
⚠ To ensure that the safety systems continue to provide optimized protection.
The front airbags help protect the driver and front passenger by responding to frontal impacts in which safety belts alone cannot provide adequate restraint. When needed, the head and side airbags help provide protection in the event of a side impact.
The relevant side airbag supports the side upper body area. The head airbag supports the head. The knee airbag protects the legs from colliding with the cockpit. The airbags are deliberately not triggered in every impact situation, e.g. less severe accidents or rear-end collisions.
⚠ Do not apply adhesive materials to the cover panels of the airbags, cover them or modify them in any other way. Do not attempt to remove the airbag restraint system from the vehicle. Do not modify or tamper with either the wiring or the individual components in the airbag system.
This category includes the upholstery in the center of the steering wheel, on the instrument panel, the side trim panels on the doors and on the Coupe, the roof pillars along with the sides of the headliner. Do not attempt to remove or dismantle the steering wheel.
Do not touch the individual components directly after the system has been triggered, because there is a danger of burns. In the event of malfunctions, deactivation, or triggering of the airbag restraint system, have the testing, repair, removal, and disposal of airbag generators carried out only by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with appropriately trained personnel and has the required explosives licenses Otherwise unprofessional attempts to service the system could lead to failure in an emergency or undesired airbag triggering, either of which could result in personal injury.
Warnings and information on the airbags is also provided on the sun visors.
Automatic deactivation of front passenger airbags
The occupation of the seat is detected by evaluating the impression on the occupied seat surface of the front passenger seat. The system correspondingly activates or deactivates the front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side.
▶ The current status of the front passengerairbags, i.e. deactivated or activated, is indicated by the indicator lamp over the interior rearview mirror, refer to Operating state of front passenger airbags below.
⚠ Before transporting a child in the front passenger seat, read the safety information and follow the instructions under Transporting children safely.
The front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side can be deactivated for teenagers and adults in certain sitting positions; the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up when this occurs. In these cases, change the sitting position so that the front passenger airbags are activated and the indicator lamp goes out. If the desired status cannot be produced by changing the sitting position, transport the corresponding person in the rear seat.
Do not fit seat covers, seat cushion padding, beaded mats or other items onto the front passenger seat unless they are specifically recommended by BMW. Do not place objects under the seat which could press against the seat from below. Otherwise, a correct evaluation of the occupied seat surface cannot be ensured.
Operating state of front passenger airbags
The illustration here shows a possible arrangement in the Coupe. With some vehicle equipment packages or in the Convertible, the arrangement of the switches and indicator lamps may differ somewhat. The indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags indicates the operating status of the front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side depending on whether the seat is occupied. The indicator lamp shows whether the front passenger airbags are activated or deactivated.
- The indicator lamp lights up when a child in a child restraint system intended for the purpose is properly detected on the seat. The front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are deactivated.
▶ Most child seats are detected by the system. Especially the child seats required by the NHTSA at the time the vehicle is manufactured. After installing a child seat, make sure that the indicator lamp for the front passenger airbags lights up. This indicates that the child seat has been detected and the front passenger
airbags are not activated.
- The indicator lamp does not light up when, for example, a correctly seated person of sufficient height is detected on the seat. The front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are activated.
- The indicator lamp does not light up when the seat is empty. But the front, knee and side airbags on the front passenger side are still deactivated.
Operational readiness of airbag system
From radio readiness, the warning lamp lights up briefly, indicating the operational readiness of the entire airbag system and the safety belt tensioners.
Airbag system malfunction
- Warning lamp does not light up as of radio readiness.
- Warning lamp lights up continuously.
⚠ Have the airbag system checked immediately in case of a malfunction; otherwise, there is a danger that the airbag system may not respond in the expected manner in an accident despite an impact of corresponding intensity.
Convertible: rollover protection system
The rollover protection system is automatically activated in the event of an accident or a critical driving situation, extreme inclination on the longitudinal axis, or loss of ground contact. The rollover bars located behind the rear head restraints are deployed within fractions of a second.
As a supplement to the rollover bar integrated into the windshield frame, the rollover protection system ensures that all vehicle occupants have the necessary headroom.
⚠ Always keep the path of movement of the rollover protection system clear. In less severe accidents, you are protected b the fastened safety belt and, depending on the severity of the accident, the belt tensioner and the multistage airbag restraint system.
Lowering
If the rollover protection system experienced no impact after automatic activation, then it can be lowered again. No tools are necessary for this purpose.
- Press the release backward and hold in that position.
- Press the rollover protection unit halfway down from above.
- Let go of the release.
- Press the rollover protection unit down until it snaps into place.
- Use the same procedure for the second rollover protection unit.
Have the rollover protection system checked after unexpected triggering.
⚠ Never move the convertible top when the rollover protection system is raised. No changes of any nature may be made to the individual components of the rollover protection system and wiring. Work on the rollover protection system may only be performed at a BMW center. Unprofessional attempts to service the system can lead to failure or malfunction. For a system check and to ensure long-term functioning, you must comply with the maintenance intervals of the service requirements.
Head-Up Display*
The concept
With the Head-Up Display, important information is projected into the driver’s field of view, e.g. navigation instructions. This enables you to absorb this information without looking away from the road.
Switching on/off
Press the button.
Selecting displays
- Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
- Press the controller to open the I menu.
- Select “Settings” and press the controller.
- Select “Display settings” and press the controller.
- Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “Head-Up Display” is selected and press the controller.
- Change into the second field from the top. Turn the controller until “Head-Up Display” is selected and press the controller.
- Select desired information of Head-Up Display
- Press the controller
✓ The information is shown on the HeadUp Display.
✓ “M View”: the M view is shown in the Head-Up Display. Information unavailable in the M view appears on the Control Display in gray and cannot be selected. “M View”: the default view is displayed.
The M view for the Head-Up Display can also be selected with the button on the steering wheel. The settings are stored for the remote key currently in use.
Default view
1 Navigation instructions
2 Stored desired speed of cruise control
3 Speed
M view
1 Current engine speed, highlighted
2 Advance warning field of tachometer
3 Red warning field of tachometer
4 Speed
5 Gear display
For information on the shift lights in the tachometer.
Setting brightness
The brightness of the display is automatically adapted to the ambient lighting conditions. However, you can change the base setting. With the low beams switched on, the brightness can also be adjusted with the knurled wheel ofthe instrument lighting.
- Press the MENU button. This opens the start menu.
- Press the controller to open the I menu.
- Select “Settings” and press the controller.
- Select “Display settings” and press the controller.
- Change to upper field if necessary. Turn the controller until “Head-Up Display” is selected and press the controller.
- Change into the second field from the top. Turn the controller until “Brightness” is selected and press the controller.
- Turn the controller until the desired setting is selected.
The setting is stored for the remote control currently in use.
Notes
The visibility of the displays in the Head-Up Display is influenced by:
- Sunglasses with certain polarization filters
- Certain sitting positions
- Objects on the cover of the Head-Up Display
- Wet road surface and unfavorable lighting conditions
If the image is distorted, please have the base setting checked at a BMW center.
Specialized windshield
The windshield is a part of the system. The shape of the windshield complies with the requirements of the Head-Up Display to enable a precise display. A film in the windshield prevents double images from being displayed. Windshield replacement should be carried out by a BMW center or a workshop that works according to BMW repair procedures with correspondingly trained personnel.
Care instructions
You can find everything you need to know on this topic by consulting the Caring for your vehicle brochure.
⚠ Only clean the cover of the Head-Up Display with a soft, lint-free cloth or with a display cleaning cloth, otherwise damage may result.